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SSkimming the news ... All-star soccer wraps up season, page 4-B. Anna Maria The Islander Gone fishing, inside. "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 3 Nov. 23, 2005 FREE Concept to save resorts from condos progressing By Paul Roat The good news is that resorts on Anna Maria Island received support on proposals to curb runaway taxes from several different fronts last week. The bad news is that the proposals are somewhat groundbreaking and their legality has to be checked. That was the word from supporters of the Coalition Against Runaway Taxation, a group formed on the Island last year to fight the growing "condominimization" of small motels and hotels on the Island. Some of the "mom-and-pop" resorts, faced with incredible tax hikes due to legislation that requires properties be assessed at the highest and best use - usually condominiums have indeed been sold and turned into condos. Many Islanders have expressed fear that the conversions will cause the popular Island am- biance to be lost. Resorts with an estimated 138 rooms are currently for sale, CART officials have said, which represents 24 percent of the Island's hotel units. CART officials have produced data that indicate that hotels and motels on the Island have seen a 102- percent tax increase from 2001 to 2005. Restaurants are also feeling the pinch of higher taxes. As an example, the Sandbar restaurant in Anna Maria City-has seen a 111-percent increase in taxes from 2001 to 2004. CART President Don Schroder appeared before both the Manatee County Commission and the area PLEASE SEE CART, NEXT PAGE r~~ "I'.;~ t~ ?:~~ ... r. ....... .. .. .... i i .-:. _ "t''i4-.r L. 1 31 : .. %;i i r- k ;.::; -.~ -'-- H/ Times Beach OKs one -vacation denies another :.b:-r .-.-- :':r .!.., :},. -- "." . ':--4-:- t[; _:e .: ,t-[ -= .- .- -Y --" ....dlL ~ i _:-,, ::-:. _ "4t:- g: :J::':"; :- _-. 'V-.: "-" -"- S :" _ ...e B e c .-: . ,n _. e..- ::.-, vacaion : I it--, ;" he Pros build giant sandcastle celebrating Sandblast Mark Mason, one of the five-man Sandtastic team that launches the annual Sandblast event to benefit Keep Mana- tee Beautiful, puts finishing touches on the "Scenic High- way "-themed sandcastle that towers along Gulf Drive at the BeachHouse Restau- rant in Bradenton Beach. More photos on the cover of this week's "B" section. Islander Photo: Edna Tiemann By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach City Commission was unpre- dictable in its decision to vacate its rights of way on Fourth and Fifth avenues. At their No\. 15 meeting, commissioners decided to approve a request to vacate Fifth Avenue between Manatee Avenue and Logger- head Junction where there are plans to build an AmSouth Bank. Yet next on the agenda, the commission chose to deny a similar request from the Menedez family to vacate Fourth Avenue between 41st and 42nd streets. Both were represented by lawyers from Kirk Pinkerton and both offered incentives to the city in exchange. Attorney Scott Rudacille represented the property owners at 503 Manatee Ave. W.; where the property is under long-term lease with AmSouth Bank. The owner plans to demolish the buildings cur- rently on site and build a branch bank. The proposal presented by Rudacille at the second reading of the ordinance noted that granting the request to vacate a 50-foot portion of Fifth Avenue would allow the prop- erty owner to provide a better buffer from the commer- cial property and set the building farther back on the property, exceeding front- and side-yard setbacks. The property owners noted that the vacation would not create extra vehicle traffic and agreed to include more landscaping to the south of the property where there is a residential neighborhood. Property owners also told the commission that they would construct a pedestrian walkway the length of its property to facilitate safe foot traffic between the public beach and commercial district. Rudacille told the commission the 3,800-square- foot building is smaller than what is currently on site and would have a stucco design similar in character to the nearby Publix and CVS stores. Commissioner Roger Lutz believes the neighbor- hood will be better off with this plan. "We'll get rid of three ramshackle buildings for one new one." And moved to approve. Commissioner Pat Morton was the lone dissenting vote. The vacation request was granted 4-1. Just minutes later, there was no such luck for the Menendez family and its request for the city to vacate Fourth Avenue between 42nd and 41st streets. The family has made numerous attempts in their quest only to be rejected. PLEASE SEE VACATIONS, PAGE 3 Please see our special section this ieek and experi- ence the "joy of giving." -1~ -c~b ~ -----Ls~IIBbl~sls~Illll~pPrlllLqlsLPII I 2-A M NOV. 23, 2005 U THE ISLANDER CART lobbies locals, state CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Legislative delegation last week to plead the group's case and seek relief. Proposed is a form of a grant that would hold tax increases to no more than 3 percent generally, the cost of living increase for five years. "We need immediate relief," Schroder said of the plan. The problem is that the proposal is somewhat radi- cal in its scope and for the most part unprecedented in the state. County commissioners embraced the concept, and directed staff to research similar proposals else- where as well as contact the state attorney general to solicit an opinion on the matter. Schroder also presented the problem to the area leg- islative delegation last week. His goal with the group of Tallahassee lawmakers was to change state law to allow taxes on resort properties to be levied as to their current use rather than the "highest and best" category. Property away from the coastline is often catego- rized as agricultural in nature and taxed accordingly, Schroder said. But that property often-times is actually destined for homesites, shopping malls or other devel- opments. Why should exemptions be made on agricul- tural-home properties out east when no such exemption is levied on coastal areas? Schroder asked. "They are protected," he said. "We just want to be taxed on our current use." Lawmakers were cordial but mostly silent on the changes offered by CART, Schroder said. However, he has been able to entice the Florida Chamber of Com- merce to include CART's proposal into its annual leg- islative program for the 2006 session, and he's hope- ful that something can be resolved in Tallahassee. Skyrocketing tax rates for coastal resort communi- ties are a statewide concern, Schroder said. It's also a concern to the local pocketbooks. He said that studies have indicated that for every dol- lar spent in a hotel or motel room, another $3 is spent in the community by visitors for food and sundries. Based on the number of motel rooms that have converted to condos in Manatee County in the past few years, about $1 billion in revenue has been lost, Schroder said. "We are light years ahead of where we were when we started," Schroder said of last week's meetings. T ___ I _L Y__l__ M. 41" aatse~4t': . .* *',_ i_,'' l . "' -A. -'-. ~I; Car vs. trolley results in ride to jail A crash at the intersection of Pine Avenue and North Shore Drive in Anna Maria resulted in the arrest of Daniel E. Bergfeld, 21, of St. Petersburg. He was charged with running the stop sign, driving with an expired 2003 Georgia license and for driving without proof of insurance. Bergfeld apparently T- boned his 1992 Pontiac into the trolley, which had approximately $1,000 worth of damage. Manatee County Sheriffs Deputy Brian Cherry said the Pontiac sustained approximately $3,500 in damages and was towed from the scene. At left, Manatee County Area Transit driver Ed Gudemann points to the wheel.struck in the crash. Passengers hopped on another trolley while Gudemann waited for MCAT maintenance to check out his wheels. Islarider Photos: Bonner Joy 4i t* lt -F1o 0 F444-4& S You'll love our herb-roasted rack of Iamb, served with our own pommery mustard sauce. Mmmm. It's your choice from 17 dinner entrees and other favorites. CLOSED THANKSGIlvING D" , S' BRUNCH and LUNCH Wedne.;daov-Soturdo,'v 1-2 30 SUNDA BRE AKFAST on.-J LUNCH 3-2 30 DINNER Wed.-Sun from 5:30 Iicjlnd Shr'pping Certer 5406 [.lrarino EDr. e HolrrIes Be3c.rh 941 778 5320 p I Ih Ii' I; 6 i! O^cM 4qd1n. L*.. Qd 4 Hc -e_ BREAKFAST Sat Sun Sanm 11:30am - R E 'S IT R A N T LUNCH Everyday 11:30am 4pm DINNER Sun. Thurs. 4pm 9pm Fri. -Sat. 4pm 10pm 941 778 1515 111 South Bay Blvd., Anna Maria island www.thewaterfrontrestaurant.net -& m .1- W- - Sr __ __ __ t. THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 U A-3 Vacations 1-1 in Holmes Beach CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 This time the family, represented by attorney Mark Barnebey, offered to not only make the unimproved right of way aesthetically pleasing, but financially ben- eficial to the city as well. The family offered the city a $50,000 donation for improvement projects and to con- struct a sidewalk that would channel foot traffic to the crosswalk at Manatee Avenue and Gulf Drive. The family also intended to beautify the block with land- scaping. To address concerns that the vacation would in-. crease density in the subdivision, the family proposed placing a cap on the number of units at 21, the same number of units permitted by the city without the street vacation. In return, the Menendez property would have a more unified look.-The vacation also would allow more greenery between buildings that would other\\ ise take on a more "boxy" design. m* l Sworn in Holmes Beach Manatee County .. cSupervisor of S '-. Elections Bob Sweat, left, swore in newly elected Holmes Beach city commissioners i Tuesday, Nov. 21. Next to Sweat, from S left, Patrick Morton 4 t.h and Rich Bohnenberger both won re-election to S"; the commission and David Zaccagnino .tis new to the commission. Is- lander Photo: Bonner Joy The family also intended to reshape the swales for better stormwater retention at its own expense and re- duce ponding in the area of Gulf Drive West. Barnebey told the commission the request met all land development code requirements for a vacation and had garnered no objection from the West Manatee Fire & Rescue District. Commissioner Sandy Haas-Martens questioned if the cap on density would be tied to the land forever or if a future commission could overturn their decision. City attorney Patricia Petruff noted that a future com- mission could undo any decision the current commis- sion makes. Lutz made the motion to approve the request stat- ing it is "a road to nowhere." He said the commission had the power to leave the property owner with a project that has a "worthless strip of weeds down the middle. But at what benefit?" he asked. "I think there is a benefit to the commission to do it right." The motion was defeated 3-2 with Haas-Martens, Morton and Commissioner Don Maloney dissenting. Meetinrqs Anna Maria City Nov. 28, 6 p.m., planning and zoning board meet- ing. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Nov. 29, 1 p.m., scenic highway committee meet- ing. Nov. 29, 6 p.m., planning and zoning board meet- ing on comprehensive plan. Nov. 30, 4:30 p.m., W.A.V.E.S. meeting. Nov. 30, 6 p.m., planning and zoning board meet- ing on comprehensive plan. Dec. 1,7 p.m., city commission meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005: Holmes Beach None scheduled. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest Nov. 28, 9:30 a.m., Sarasota-Manatee Metropoli- tan Planning Organization meeting, Sudakoff Hall, U.S.F.-New College campus, Sarasota. Holiday closures Governmental offices in Anna Maria City, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach and Longboat Key will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24- 25, in observance of Thanksgiving. Waste collection for Anna Maria City, Holmes Beach and Longboat Key scheduled for Nov. 24 is rescheduled to Nov. 26. There will be no change in schedule in Bradenton Beach. The Islander will be closed for Thanksgiving and be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25. 50,000 Matehig-Fund Challenge BUILDING OUR FUTURE! Holmes Beach residents Charles and JoAnn Lester are offering up to $50,000 in matching funds for contributions made by Dec. 31, 2005, to the Anna Maria Island Community Center Endowment Fund. And your contribution is tax deductible. The Center provides a critical human service need on the Island and provided more than 1.5 million hours of service to m aon 3,400 Island residents last year. Please send donat Anna Maria FL , P.O. Box 253, wment Fund. The Islander This advertisement is sponsored as a community service and partnership with the Lesters by The Islander. YES, COUNT ME IN FOR THE LESTER-ISLANDER CHALLENGE! IName Address Phone I Amount $ UI I would like my gift in honor of: I [j I would like my gift to be in memory of: O Please bill me for my pledge amount. Please make checks payable to the AMICC Endowment Fund and mail your matching-fund contribution to P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria FL 34216. LI. ...... ...... ,J ,... c r-r. r 4-A X NOV. 23, 2005 U THE ISLANDER Attorney threatens Anna Maria with Bert Harris suit By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter When Florida Legislator Bert Harris first proposed a bill 10 years ago to protect property owners from governmental actions that could threaten the future value of the property, he probably never dreamed that after the law's approval, his name would become syn- onymous with property rights and legal threats. Property owners and their lawyers, however, seem to toss Bert's name around like a football at Raymond James Stadium whenever any government proposes a land-use change that might affect their property. The Anna Maria City Commission at its Nov. 15 meeting discussed a proposed ordinance that would establish a coastal overlay district to regulate new plat- ted lots and subdivisions seaward of the state-estab- lished coastal construction control line. That prompted attorney Ricinda Perry, represent- ing the Sandbar restaurant, Galati Marine and Lockwood Holdings LLC, to state that in her opinion the proposed ordinance would "inordinately burden" the property rights of her clients and reduce their prop- erty values. Perry claimed that she didn't see anything in the proposed ordinance about the safety and welfare of the citizens, just an action that would affect the values of her clients' properties. She warned the commission that "this is a classic Bert Harris issue and we will take it that route if nec- essary." Sandbar owner Ed Chiles said he had "concerns" that the proposed ordinance would affect his property rights, regardless of whether or not he ever would want to redevelop his property. "You have devalued my property and you have taken away something." Hold on a minute, observed City Attorney Jim Dye. The ordinance only applies to newly platted lots or if someone wants to acquire several parcels within the COD to subdivide into home lots. The ordinance doesn't affect what property owners already have, or if they want to rebuild or redevelop on their existing property. Dye along with City Planner Alan Garrett are con- fident the ordinance was not a violation of the Bert Harris Property Rights Act. In the 10 years since the legislation was enacted, said Dye, only about six cases have ever resulted in legal action. But faced with the threat of a lawsuit, commission- ers were concerned and asked for a second opinion. Dye said he didn't mind a second opinion, but the commission would never find an attorney to say the ordinance was "bullet-proof." Any ordinance or law can be challenged in court. Commissioner Duke Miller said the commission needed to be "absolutely certain we are doing the right Controlling the line This map shows the proposed coastal overlay district in Anna Maria that would regulate construction .' .-., on new . subdivisions S and newly : platted lots within the district. thing." Newly elected Commissioner Chris Toilette agreed. "We need a second opinion." Mayor SueLynn agreed, but said the second opin- ion should come from a recognized expert on the Bert Harris Act and on Florida land-use laws. Dye said there are only a few lawyers in Florida certified in land use or local government law. The mayor said she would contact an expert attorney and get an estimate on costs for a second opinion back to the commission at its Dec. 15 meeting, when the commis- sion will hold its first public hearing on the ordinance. Dye suggested that if the commission direction is to control redevelopment seaward of the CCCL, appro- SEE OVERLAY NEXT PAGE Wi r-: -.. .. ..... .'... J2io Bs i c' i 1-65 i eS. ^ "^ SNG3$P 30 lbs $ Q .,.C: .. :.N(3()P 3.-,_3.9.5 cow.. , fr ^ jppgin to mio.t of S.'- 1 ". p ra ^ -- 2477ORbEDRGING* Order now bvgoingtoourweb site www.Mixon.com LO li: or calling 941-748-5829. Better YetCome Visit! 2712 26th Ave. E. Bradenton _ Overlay draws attorney ire CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 private language should also be in the comprehensive plan currently under revision to support the ordinance. Under the ordinance, the density on a lot platted after Dec. 31, 2005, or on a group of lots subdivided after that date, would be one unit per acre, with maxi- mum lot coverage of 25 percent and a maximum height of the dwelling at 27 feet. Moratorium In anticipation of the coastal overlay district ordi- nance, the commission unanimously passed a morato- rium on the subdivision of property located seaward of the coastal construction control line. The commission, however, did provide for exceptions in the moratorium, and Dye noted this only applies to subdividing property within the CCCL. Any property owner of a lot of record in the af- fected district can still build or rebuild according to the current codes. Site plan review changes Commissioners also discussed a modification to the current site plan review procedures that would al- low the city administration to approve a final site plan. The preliminary plan would still be approved by the city commission with modifications and conditions, but the administration could give final approval as long as the plan adhered to that set by the commission. Dye noted that the commission had become bogged down in administrative matters when it ap- proved the final site plan for the Waterfront Restaurant. That, he said, was a poor use of the commission's time. Miller agreed with the concept of the changes, but wanted to ensure that the final site plan is not approved if the applicant "goes outside the box." Commission attendance The commission unanimously passed an ordinance on attendance of meetings by commissioners. Under its provisions, a commissioner could lose his or her seat if he or she misses three consecutive regular meetings- without an excused absence. THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 0 A-5 Bert Harris winners few, but rich A loss by any governmental entity under a successful Bert Harris Act claim could be expen- sive. Under the BHA, landowners are entitled to seek compensation for the actual or future loss to the fair market value of a property affected by a government action. And an aggrieved property owner doesn't have to first file a civil action against the govern- ment entity, according to the FSU Law Review. The Bert Harris Act says that the affected property owner can file a claim with the govern- ment body. The claim must include an appraisal that demonstrates the current or future loss in fair market value to the property by the government's action. The governmental body then has 180 days to respond, either to make an offer at resolution or to dispute the claim. Compensation offered by the governmental entity does not necessarily have to be monetary, but could be in the form of other mitigation. If the governmental body rejects the claim, the property owner can pursue the matter through civil court. Should the governmental body involved agree to mitigation, but is unable to reach an agreement with the property owner, that owner can then pro- ceed in civil court. Since the Bert Harris Act was passed in 1995, there have been 200 claims, according to the FSU Law Review.- Of those, 193 were either settled out of court or withdrawn by the applicant. Only seven cases reached a decision by a civil court, five of which were won by the applicant. In the most recent Bert Harris case, residents of Vanderbilt Beach near Naples in Collier County won a $375 million civil court judgment in Sep- tember 2004 from the county commission under the Bert Harris Act. The court ruled that a county commission ordinance had, indeed, taken away a future fair market value of the residents' property. Captains to meet for Boat Parade A captains meeting for the Anna Maria Island lighted boat parade will be held by the sponsoring Is- lander newspaper at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the Islander office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Officials from the U.S. Coast Guard, the local Flo- tilla and Holmes Beach Police will meet with skippers of boats inr the parade to ensure everyone is on course and to discuss the route and tides with the captains. Captains should call the newspaper at 778-7989 to get up-to-date on the parade and the meeting, said Bonner Joy, Islander publisher. The get-together will be sometime during the week of the parade, which will be Dec. 10. It's best to get aboard now with registrationshe said, to avoid last-mniiiute hassles. Call the office and start the brief process rolling. Sponsors are needed, too, Joy said, and they can explore parade possibilities with her by phone or at the office. Eligible to participate in the parade are boats of any kind and any size. They need to be decorated in a holi- day theme and able to move along on their own steam. That includes sailboats as well as power boats. They will rendezvous at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 10 in Bimini Bay, then parade up the canal to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, north along the shore to the Rod & Reel Pier, arid back to the Anna Maria City Pier for judging and to watch the fireworks starting about 7:30 p.m. All that's needed at this stage:is for captains and sponsors to express hefiiiitebrest by calling the paper, and The Islander will handle the rest until parade time. 6-A 0 NOV. 23, 2005 T THE ISLANDER n1111011n Happy turkey! "Season that sucker and cook it hot and fast." That's the advice of my longtime friend and chef, Augie Mrozowski, some 30 years ago on cooking a Thanksgiving turkey. SIt's sage advice, not to make a pun. But my son, also a chef, follows that advice to this day. Salt and pepper all over, including inside, cook breast side down, 450 degrees for about an hour and a half (18 pounds or so), then flip it and lower the temp to about 350 degrees for a half hour to brown the top. It will be moist and delicious, it's guaranteed. We put trimmings from the veggies, carrot and potato peel, onion skins and celery tops in the bottom of the pan. When the turkey is done and removed, we then add the wing tips and other nonedible portions of the turkey to the veggies and au jus with some water, add a roux mixture (equal parts butter and flour mixed smooth) to the simmering pot and you have awesome gravy. Just strain. Why we don't cook a small turkey and trimmings once a month is the only remaining question. It's that delicious. All of us at The Islander wish you the very best turkey dinner and hope you enjoy a woonderful. relax- ing holiday with your families and friends. It's beginning to look a lot like-Christmas and so as you contemplate doing your holiday shopping, please, take a moment to peruse this week's Islander Wish Book. It's all about the joy.of giving .... Interesting times ahead in Bradenton Beach Bradenton Beach has charted a course through at least three channels for its waterfronts. The traverse will be interesting to watch for the next few years. The city has just earned a prestigious title as one of a select few Waterfronts Florida communities. The designation carries with it a small hunk of money, a large chunk of prestige and a huge challenge to deter- mine how best to suit the city's self-admitted desire to meld its "Old Florida ambiance" with the increasing pressures of large-scale growth that is invading all communities in the Sunshine State, especially those along the coast. Initial goals of maintaining and enhancing water- front access, increasing waterborne activities in a low- key manner and protecting the interests of waterfront Thei Islander NOV. 23, 2005 Vol. 14, No. 3 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bonner@islander.org V Editorial. Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Boegan, 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 David Futch Robert Noble. Carrie Price V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org Rebecca Barnett, rebecca@islahder.org VT 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 SLisa Williams (All others: news@islander. org) Single copies.free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. @1992-2005 Editorial, sales and production offices: 'Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 . SWEB SITE: islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 k -1 lf ;i;;J L I& i I .I e., I 8 A, 8 i k A 5..*6j SLICK Thanksgiving Survivor? By Egan residents to ensure the always-important need to pre- area, an area rife with problems that some called a serve and protect the quiet, peaceful bayfront or "waterborne homeless shelter" that fronted hundreds of Gulffront vistas is-indeed a challenge. millions of dollars of downtown, waterfront condos. It will be an interesting exercise to watch. Those efforts are finally reaching fruition after almost The city also has a commercial venture at stake 15 years of debate. within its waterfront agenda. The Bradenton Beach And he was starting to work with Bradenton Beach City Pier and its popular and at one time highly fi- officials until his untimely death at the hands of a drunk nancially successful restaurant has been shuttered driver on his 66th birthday Feb. 7, 2004, while bike for more than a year. riding with his stepson, who also died in the crash. City officials have embarked on a somewhat be- Gus recognized the pitfalls of the competing interests lated plan to renovate the aging restaurant structure and in establishing mooring fields. There must be amenities have high hopes to attract a vibrant entrepreneur to for boaters. There must be protection of waterfront vistas once again bring the longstanding anchor of Bridge for shoreline residents. There must be, in short, a balance Street back to assist in the economic revitalization of established among the parties involved. "downtown" Bradenton Beach. And maybe balance it the key to both the Water- A pivotal element of the pier rebirth lies in the fronts Florida program, the restaurant-pier renovation, nearby mooring field, a boat anchorage south and east and the mooring field establishment. All three exercises of the pier proper. The boats located there are either a are related, all three are important to the hoped-for beautiful asset to the city or an ugly eyesore that should continued small-town ambiance of Bradenton Beach, go elsewhere far elsewhere depending on whose and all three must be managed in an intelligent, tale you hear. thoughtful manner. If history means a damn, it will be the mooring Suggestions? field that will cause Bradenton Beach the most grief in The restaurant concept is pretty much a no-brainer. its waterborne dreams. Expedite the process as much as our democratic system Florida loves its boats. There's almost 1 million of allows and get the food and the revenue it generates them registered in the state of late. We use them to fish to the city going ASAP. Meeting are in the works from, are towed behind them on wooden or fiberglass later this year on the initial plans for the pier, sticks, zoom through the shallows on them and even But make sure that those scheduled meetings con- paddle through mangrove forests on them. tain a hefty element of both Waterfronts Florida and But what many waterfront homeowners can't con- mooring field discussion. Get all the players together tinence is the idea of a boat that costs less than his or to hammer out a consensus on just what Bradenton hers best suit taking up residence his zillion dollar Beach's waters should look like at every opportunity. view! less than 100 feet from his or her home. That tact is the course that Gus would have charted. Mooring fields versus millionaires. It was a prob- And it will indeed be a pleasure to participate. lem that Dr. Gustavo Antonini recognized almost 20 Paul Roat, The Islander years ago and took steps to deal with. Gus.was the boater's boater. An avid sailor, he was Have your say also sensitive to the needs of waterfront homeowners. The Islander welcomes and encourages your opinion. His efforts to establish managed, controlled anchorages The Islander accepts original letters of up to 250 and mooring fields throughout Southwest Florida put words and reserves the right to edit for length and him at odds with all of the parties involved, grammar. Letters must include the city you reside in for Yet with Gus's gamin grin and unbounded enthu- publication and a phone number (for verification only). siasm, he succeeded where others had failed. Anonymous letters will not be printed. He helped create an anchorage off Fort Myers. Address letters to Editor, The Islander, 5404 Ma- He held meetings and meetings and meetings to rina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217, fax to 941-778- help resolve the problems off Sarasota's Ba front Parl' 7978. or e-mail to ne% s@islander.org. . 1 -Ci. 8. gL ,L5 i .i- ,t;, 9 I _. -, .-. B J a' i,' .,;' j -,;, _".,+!,;,+,' :: '.,+; ,'.'+.". THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 M A-7 Ready for the big turkey day? By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Belts loosened for a lot of food, heads bowed in thanks for the blessings of the day and the place, Island- ers anticipate a memorable Thanksgiving Thursday, Nov. 24. There will be a large ecumenical service Thanksgiv- ing eve, community dinners at two churches Thanksgiv- ing Day, some special observances at churches, and the annual Holiday Prelude in Bradenton Beach. All Island Denominations, the organization of all the churches on Anna Maria, will sponsor the ecumeni- cal service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The Rev. William Grossman, pastor of Harvey Lost? Or just fishing ? Kathy and Dave Ferguson were a little surprised to find a stray iguana camped on their boat last week, but they managed to get a photo before it "dove" into the bay and swam away. Call the Holmes Beach Police Depart- ment at 708-5800 if you spot it, or if you lost it. Memorial Cormunity Church,-will deliver the sermon titled "The Gift of Remembrance." The Combined Island Choir will sing hymns for the service. Under the direction of Carl Parks, organist and choirmaster of Gloria Dei, they will sing "Now Thank We -All Our God" from J.S. Bach's Cantata No. 79. The Rev. Frank McGrath, president of AID, will welcome the worshippers to the service. Other partici- pants will include the Rev. Robert Mongiello of St. Bernard Catholic Church; Pastor Gary Batey of Roser Memorial Community Church; the Rev. Harry Parcell of the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation; and John Bonser representing Gloria Dei. Island Baptist Church will serve its community holiday dinner to all comers at 1 p.m. Thanksgiving Day in the fellowship hall, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. It's free, but the church would like to know what to expect so asks those planning to attend to call the church at 778-0719. Roser Memorial Community Church's community dinner will begin at 2 p.m. in its fellowship hall, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The Roser event, too, is free but diners are asked to call the church for tickets before 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, at 778-0414. The Holiday Prelude observance will be in the form of a citywide street party in Bradenton Beach from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thanksgivingday. Many stores will be open late for shoppers' benefit and a special program is on schedule, said Mayor John Chappie. Singer Michelle Bishop will do a complete show at the clock tower where Bridge Street joins the city pier. She promises something for all ages and interests. Both she and the mayor advised those attending to bring a lawn chair or blanket for their own seating. Festive holiday decorations will be in place, the lights on, and everything ready for the celebrants, Clappie said. This is the Island's inauguration of the holidays, he noted. He was one of the originators of the Prelude nine years ago and he and others financed it with their own funds until it got too big for such simple support, and has now become a city affair. Further information on Prelude may be obtained by calling the city hall at 778-1005. EAT ROTTEN RALPH'S IM ORE WILL BE CLOSED I-S- ON THURSDAY, SNOV. 24 TO CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING. JOIN US FRIDAY AND , SATURDAY, NOV. 25 AND 26 '' FOR A FEAST FOR YOUR EARS! 1 m MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT BY JAY CRAWFORD D s DRINK SPECIALS Mmo^sa ' Blood VMa STequila Sis Screw',.i-' ..e r,_ ROTTEN RALPH'S WATERFRONT DINING LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS FULLBAR SERVICE 902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria Located at Galati Marina 778-3953 Mexico 0 3 3' *FS &CIP LLDY VEYDA!$89 Ten years ago in the Nov. 23, 1995, issue of The Islander, headlines announced that: The Florida Department of Transportation an- nounced that the Cortez Bridge, which had been closed to all traffic since Oct. 2 for repairs, would reopen Dec. 7. Television evangelist Jim Bakker, who served. time in a federal prison for misappropriating funds from his ministry, spend time on Anna Maria Island where he told people he would write his "prison memoirs." Longboat Key town officials along with their counterparts from the three Island cities announced they were joining forces to form the "Let's Get Rid of Red Tide" organization. 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The current convenience store along with the former Leverock's Restaurant and the boat storage fa- cility at Perico Harbor Marina will be torn down to make room for two buildings, both two floors over parking. According to the preliminary site plan, Building A will comprise 14,000 square feet of floor space and house a 120-seat restaurant, a retail package liquor store and a banquet hall that will accommodate 175 people. Building B will have 16,400 square feet of retail- office space with 73 units for rent. The site plan application said a small "one-way" gas station would be retained at the site where the con- venience store is currently. The "one-way" gas station would apparently\ be only for motorists exiting the marina. The site plan proposed at least 190 parking spaces, with more available after the boat storage facility is torn down. No artist's rendition of the property was available and the site plan made no mention of the potential traf- fic impact on Palma Sola Causeway. ManaSota-88 Executive Director Glen Compton said he was not surprised that the St. Joe Company was able to circumvent its agreement with Manatee County '5 ~~ ,- 1- tea -. '-'--- ~-4'~~i-s ,r.~ i A; ..i:; c .,.:'. over development of its 686-unit condominium com- plex on property directly adjacent and east of the Perico Harbor Marina. St. Joe agreed to withdraw its plan for a retail-of- fice complex in that agreement with Manatee County several years ago, but gave no guarantees that it would Joe a go-go The former Leverock's Restaurant along with the boat storage facility and convenience store at the east end of the Anna Maria Island Bridge will be torn down by the St. Joe Company to make room for a retail- office complex and a restau- rant-meeting room facility. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin not acquire Perico Harbor Marina, Leverock's and the convenience store and turn that entire location into commercial space. Perico Harbor Marina will remain as a deep-draft facility for large boats. 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Commercial grouper fishing is prohibited for a month in the early spring, and the sport fishing shut- down would be nearly the same Feb. 15 to March 15, peak of the spawning season. It would apply to fed- eral waters, starting nine miles offshore. It follows by two weeks a federal judge's ruling against a ban on grouper fishing, and sports fishermen are up in arms. But "I don't see what their problem is," said Karen Bell of Cortez, member of the Gulf of Mexico.Fishery Management Council, \ which imposed the one-month closure. "If they want fish, and everyone does including me, the fishery has to be managed to keep stocks in place," plentiful enough to permit harvest by fisher- men. The slow pace of getting through the regulatory process probably means the ban wouldn't take place until 2007. It will be implemented by the National Marine Fisheries Service. Red grouper already is closed in federal waters until the end of the year by decree issued in August by the federal government. The reds are deep-water fish normally found more than nine miles offshore, while gag and black grouper thrive in shallower in- shore waters. "We will fight this decision," Ted Forsgren is quoted as telling the St. petersburg Times. He is execu- tive director of the Florida Chapter of the Coastal Con- servation Association, the state's largest sport fishing lobby. "It makes no sense to me. The decision is com- pletely uncalled for." That's about what U.S. District judge John E. Steel said Oct. 31 in his ruling that the Martime Fisheries plan at that time to shut down all recreational grouper fishing: "It is arbitrary and capricious" and "an abuse of discretion" by the agency. - Bridge Street businesses; open house Dec. 3 Bridge Street will be open until 9 p.m. for shoppers and holiday celebrants in a special schedule on Dec. 2, with most businesses participating. Holiday items, discounts and other- i~iney-saving promotions will be offered as a special run-up to the holiday shopping events. It is the second annual event, the opener last 'year turning out sopopular that it is being repeated this sea- son, said Barbara Rodocker of BridgeWalk. She noted that in addition to street parking, the lot behind BridgeWalk will accommodate parking, using the en- trance off First Street. Additional details may be obtained at 778-1514. A MEDA lifestyle salon spa store experience the difference hair nails skin body 5311 gulf drive anna maria island 778.5400 ... : .. ... .:, So YOU'RE SERIOUSLY THINKING ABOUT r I .RETIREMENT... -Do you have enough? Wh\.at if you live another 30 years? Are you going to be okay? Will you be able to leave something for your children? SWhat if the real estate market stumbles? / What if you change your plans in six months? 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Islander Photos: Bonner Joy 'Clutter' for sale The "Craft and Clutter Sale" at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church was a mix of vendors and items for sale. Beryl Cardinal of Holmes Beach looks over a framed photo for sale, while plenty of others sifted through merchandise that ranged from dart boards to col- lectibles. TIMELESS TURQUOISE: Perfect For The Holdays *^ *q -- -- .. ^ '. Stop in to see our custom collection of Turquoise-- paired with pearls, crystal, and gemstones AND join us Fri. Dec. 9 from 5-8 for Susan's Sangria and guacamole! 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From left, Commissioner Sandy Haas-Martens, Whitmore, Maloney, Commissioners Rich Bohnenberger, Roger Lutz and Pat Morton. Islander Photos: Bonner Joy "AWard-Winning" Grooming All Natural, All Organinc, and All Holistic Never Tranquilized - Just Loved! Advantage & Frontline Flea Protection Is. FEATURING < Solid Gold S*Wellness Innova Pinnacle Cal. Natural Avo Eagle Canidae s Frozen Raw Food 761-WOOF (9663) 7338 Cortez Road W. Bradenton Mayor Carol Whitmore and Commissioner Don Maloney with the plaque presented him in apprecia- tion of his years of service to the city. Connmissioner Don A laloney was speechless" upon being presented a hain from The Islander newspaper in apprec nation of his light-hearted, jovial manner in his service to the city. The Anna Maria Island Community Center is launching its 2005-06 membership driving, aimed at signing up residents, snowbirds, visitors and their families. The price is right, a Center spokesperson said, and there is room for everyone and more room in the offing with an ambitious construction and ex- pansion program at its campus at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. It is the focal point for much that happens on the Island, from dances to sports to classes in a long list of artistic and educational specialties. A family membership is $60 for the year; single adult 18 to 54 years of age $30; seniors $20; and youths under age 18, $15. Adult classes are offered all year, noted the spokesperson, with some programs a series of six or more classes, some one time only, and some open to occasional attendance. Responsible, Educated Adolescents Can Help (REACH) is the teen program for people bet\\ een 11 and 17. It includes homework help, leadership I training, girls discussion group, boys discussion group, community service projects, career aware- ness social activities, and group outings. .Leadership, Education, Athletic Develop- ment (LEAD) is the competitive team sports program including Little League softball, foot- ball, basketball, soccer, indoor soccer, and weekend tournaments such as three-on-three basketball. The program is open to ages 4 through 17. Additional details and membership forms may be obtained by calling 778-1908. s lot - Ic~I 'bA q ~ i fl ~ r I~& -0 g STOR 5350 Gulf Drive, HB 779-9594 S Free Assembly, delivery on the islands Center launches member drive * t ~s~o~eC~ ~ --~+ -2-A E NOV. 23, 2005 E THE ISLANDER More changes ahead for AME campus By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter With the construction of the new Anna Maria El- ementary School nearing its final phases, the commu- nity should be aware of the upcoming timeline. Beginning Monday, Nov. 28, after students return from the Thanksgiving holiday, the auditorium will be closed for renovation. This means that music classes Will no longer be held in the auditorium and student Productions will take place at St. Bernard Catholic Church. The renovation of the auditorium is expected to be completed by March 1,2006. Renovations to Building 9, which houses four classrooms, is scheduled to begin Dec. 12 and be com- pleted by March 1. The new two-story building is expected by Dec. 16 to have "substantial completion," meaning it is ready for occupancy. The move from the old building into the new building is planned for Dec. 17. Teachers and staff are in the process of packing now, and AME Principal Kathy Hayes said the staff is in great need of sturdy packing/shipping boxes. According to Hayes, boxes are not part of AME's moving contract and the school construction budget will be charged a $1 per box. Hayes said the staff needs 600-800 boxes. Also in December, the parking area will once again be affected as visitors and staff lose access to the bus loop in front of the school. Some parking will be re-es- -ablished in January, but parents should anticipate traf- fic changes in the new year. There will be a tremendous.coordination effort required to complete construction, facilitate the move of existing supplies and furnishings, deliver and set up new furniture and equipment, as well as reconfigure traffic and parking patterns," said Dreger. "Our entire team will have its hands full for the next six weeks!" Demolition of the old building will begin Jan. 2 and will take approximately three days to complete. Book Sale 15% Off All Books Nice first editions , and classics faner s 2 are Holmes Beach ANTIQUES & ART 778-8687 Uncovering AME The old covered play pavillion was demolished and some oak and palm trees were trimmed but not cleared on the south side of the Anna Maria Elementary School campus. According to Jane Dreger, Manatee County School Board project Iirector, the crew did not remove any trees during the demolition of the covered play area. In fact, she said, the trees there will remain in the hammock at the front of the new school building. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Students return to campus from winter break on Jan. 4 and should be prepared for a noisy start to the school year, said Hayes. The old cafeteria will remain until the school's auction, Jan. 7, which will be held in the lunch room. Hayes said she is in the process of evaluating which 4 fraklym floors Master Certified Sales Service Repairs Installation Carpet Ceramic Tile Wood Laminate Residential and Commercial No job too big or too small C Call 941.914.5719 w'MA&MOV Fax 813.354.3333 email franklynnl @verizon.net MJv4gMASI7E1RPWCE furnishings will be moved to the new building, but there will be plenty of furniture and supplies still in usable condition remaining for the auction. 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Other interesting and well researched projects in- cluded "The Underground Quilt Code: Follow the Fly- ing Geese to the Log Cabin, A Slave's Way to Free- dom," which explored how quilt patterns may have been used to lead slaves through the underground rail- road. Another interesting take on the theme was "Taking a Stand on the Pitcher's Mound The Girls of Sum- mer and the. All-American.fGils Professional Baseball League," which included some first-hand interviews with three former players: Marilyn Doxey, Sue Zipay and Lou Richards. Closer to home, three of the project board entries focused on the History of Anna Maria and Cortez Vil- lage. fIo 756-12130 Danielle Miller chose-to focus on Cortez history because it's where she lives. She tackled the question, is it "Historic or Rebuilt?" She conducted interviews with Linda Molto and* Mary Fulford Green. She also visited the Cortez Coin:- munity Center and met with Roger Allen. Miller's project board highlighted how the history of Cortez is being altered by "progress." She touched upon the people of Cortez as well as some of its attrac-* tions. She commented on her board that the old school- house is being turned into a museum and noted that having a museum to explain what Cortez was like, isn't the same as seeing it first-hand. Also interested in learning more about where she lived was fifth-grader Tia Borso, who moved off the Island only six months ago. She entered a project board titled, "Anna Maria: The Early Days." DARE- wear Anna Maria Elemen- tary School fifth- Sgraders Dalton Hicks and Hailey Dearlove Sidisplay the school's Drug Awareness Resistance Education T-shirts given to all fifth-grade students in e. the program by the Holmes Beach Police Department. Islander Photo: Courtesy AME 4 7 Borso said although she has been all over the Is- land on a bike and knows most of the houses and res- taurants, she did not know the Island's, history.. She visited the chamber of commerce, the Sandbar restaurant, and the Anna Maria Island Historical Soci- ety in her quest for information. She featured information on the first Island settlers, pondered how the Island got its name and provided an historical timeline. She included pictures of the old Anna Maria City Jail, the Anna Maria City Pier and the church her family still attends Roser Memorial Community Church. Two more elementary school-aged students index. pendently created project boards featuring the Island. Sierra Bustle submitted "How Coquina Beach Became PLEASE SEE HISTORY, NEXT PAGE Just ask for me - I'll be the bag behind the counter No need to go street :,,pping in New York City... I t j, e all the famous designer names! .. i,... ,.eaef. WOItM ,-s-e !, Oss, ies A Fish Out Rsts s Original art by local artists Located in the Bradenton Outler Maii 773-1204 O f W after? 5314 Marina Drive .6605 Manatee Ave. W. 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SERVING THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS S lrar Ccriii d Li'neni -d arn d ir,,urr, L,:,,:,li, ,,iried ar,,j',Prdi d ---A N NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER AME welcomes Joelee home A sign in the front of Anna Maria Elementary -School welcomed home second-grader Joelee Hernandez Friday following a stay at All Children's hospital in Tampa. Hernandez was critically injured in a car acci- dent that killed her mother, aunt and grandmother three weeks ago, but is home with her grandfather in Anna Maria. When the family saw the sign for Joelee on their way home, they stopped in the school yard to say hello and gather some balloons that were tied to the sign. Classmates from Toni Lashway's class pre- pared cards and collected gifts, which Lashway plans to deliver to Hernandez. AME Principal Kathy Hayes said the school will be in contact with the family and Lashway has agreed to provide home-bound teaching services if needed. S When she is ready, classmates are anxious to welcome her back at school. Thanksgiving performance Anna Maria Elementary School students in Toni Lashway, Deborah Thomas and Phyllis Omilak's second- grade classes performed songs and recited poems in a Thanksgiving program following dinner prepared by Ooh La La! Bistro and the Parent- Teacher Organiza- tion meeting. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Art League sets schedule for 2006 History fair features Island CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 a Public Beach," and Charles Boothby submitted-"The History of Coquina Beach." - Bustle chose the topic because her great-grandfa- ther Elmer Bustle "took a stand" in helping the other county commissioners decide that Manatee County should purchase the land for public use. In his presentation, Boothby noted that even in the 1900s, arguments ensued when some wanted land to build hotels and commercial buildings on the land. After five years of arguments, the county purchased the land for $318,000 in an out-of-court settlement. Student projects are judged by community volun- teers who evaluate each project based on historical quality, relation to the theme, clarity of presentation and basic rules such as size or word limit. Some students who do well at the county fair will be selected to enter the Florida State History Fair held in Tallahassee in May. The breakfast and lunch menu at Anna Maria Elementary School for the week of Nov. 28 was unavailable at press time. Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. Box 265, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 Quality Pet Sitting Reliable Property Services 761-7511 i BondedInsured-J-S.Futch@att.ne International Bonded Insured J-S.Futch@att.net "AMI" OVAL CAR MAGNETS Order online at www.bumperstickermagnet.com Sor call 1-800-279-7513. Open 24/7. These 4" x 6"magnets are priced as low as $1.99. A ra Mana Island Fron Madein the USA. Same-day shipping on most orders. The Anna Maria Island Art League has announced its schedule of classes for 2005-06, all of them at the league's quarters at 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, unless otherwise noted. Those interested may receive additional information and register by calling 778-2099. Classical figure drawing, Ginger White, instructor - Friday from 2:30 to 4 p.m.; Jan. 13-Feb. 24 and March 17-April 28. Fee applies. Drawing and watercolors in the tropical landscape, Ginger White, instructor Mondays 1:30 to 3 p.m., Jan. 9-Feb. 27 at Crosley Mansion. Fee applies. Introduction to acrylic painting, Vicky Seymour, instructor Saturdays 1 to 3 p.m., Jan. 7-Feb. 4, Feb. 11-March 11, March 18-April 15. Fee applies. Introduction to oil painting, Tanya Clay, instructor Wednesday 10 a.m. to noon; Jan. 4-Feb. 1,Feb. 8- March 8, March 15-April 12. Fee applies. Youth traditional arts for ages 5 to 12, Diana Grover, instructor Tuesdays 4:30 to 6 p.m., Nov. 29- Dec. 13, Jan. 10-Feb. 7, Feb. 14-March 14, March 21- April 18. Fee applies. Black and white composition through the lens, Chris Galanopoulos, instructor Mondays 6 to 8 p.m., Jan. 9-Feb. 6, Feb. 13-March 13, March 20-April 12. Fee applies. Basket .weaving, Pam McMillen, instructor - Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m., Jan. 5-Feb. 2, Feb. 9-March 9, March 16-April 13. Fee applies. Yoga, Preston Whaley Jr., instructor Mondays and Thursdays 9 to 10:15 a.m. and 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. Fee applies. 'Teeth in a Pickle Jar' author schedules Island lecture Journalist Helen Bachamann Milligan, part-time resident of Bradenton who is author of "Teeth in a Pickle Jar," will lecture on the Island Monday morning, Nov. 28. She will be at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, from 10:30 a.m. until noon in a free appearance discussing her, book, which is set in Bradenton.. It is described as "a humorous and quirky tale of a May-December relationship between an older woman and a younger man ... inspired by the author's own marriage to a younger man." Milligan majored in journalism at New York Uni- versity, worked for a daily paper in Yonkers, in the 1990s was a European correspondent for USA Today and currently is Geneva correspondent for Time maga- zine. She divides her time between Switzerland and Bradenton. Further details may be obtained at 778-1908. RICHARD' S WHOLE FOODS * Bulk Foods * Natural Foods [Aen' Ynu * Candy & Snacks * Cold Drinks * Supplements Our fast claims service is "No Problem." u ur agency is well known for providing fast, II efficient and fair claims service. That's because "* we represent Auto-Owners Insurance, which, according to a national consumer's magazine, ranks consistently as one of the top insurers . in the country. 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The con art- st hopes the agent will cash the check, then send him 3r her the excess money long before the agent discov- ers the check is worthless. The scam first surfaced among Island real estate agencies about a year ago, said Julie Gilstrap-Royal f Suncoast Real Estate Inc. She recently got a request to rent a "high-end" property in Anna Maria from "Shawn" in London. The tip-off to the scam, said Gilstrap-Royal, was hen Shawn said he was sending a check for more han the required amount and asked her to disburse hat extra money elsewhere. "We knew it was bogus as soon as we saw that art. We've seen this before," she said. The renter never completes the required applica- tion and does not provide a telephone or fax number where they can be reached. The e-mail requests usu- ally originate in Europe with London a favorite loca- ion for the sender. "And they refuse to sign a lease until they get to he Island," Gilstrap-Royal added. "It's just a scam and everyone on the Island should be aware of it." She notified the Holmes Beach Police Department of the incident and suggested that any other real estate agent or business receiving these letters also contact police. Restaurant 'restitution' scam investigation continues By Paul Roat Restaurateurs who have received a letter from a polite patron who complained of becoming ill after dining at their establishment should probably NOT feel guilty and not send the patron a gift certificate. It's probably a scam. Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale said his office has been inundated with calls since an article appeared in The Islander Nov. 16 about a woman who had been sending complaint letters to restaurants in the area. The letter asks the restaurateur to provide "some sort of restitution" for the "unpleasant occurrence" of becoming ill after eating the food there. All of the letters are identical. All offer the woman's name and Bradenton address. All appear to be bogus. But not all the restaurants have'realized it's a scam. Special said many businesses have written checks or gift certificates to the woman. Some had mailed them; others were preparing to before reading of the scam. All were grateful of the notice, he said. The bogus letter has even reached as far south as Sarasota, Speciale said, where Marina Jack restaurant management said they had sent the woman a gift cer- tificate for $100 after receiving the letter. Special said officers are investigating the matter and hope to resolve the matter soon. If anyone in the Your widows: will thank you- 7for the'bea"utiful PLAINTAITION 5GT SHUTTERS! call S, Keith Barmett ..(941)778-3526 or" (."'941)730-0516. V ; -.- ion suledtion a Windoat e, SKeith Barnett i li thades&m ore ^ Barnett Blinds We are proud to announce we now have The Two Premier air conditioning brands IHeating & Air Conditioning LASTS AND LASTS AND LASTS.' 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The normal retail price of the knives is generally just about what the "scam" artists collect for the sale. The "scam" has become widespread in Europe and there is now a Web site on the subject. Interested readers can go to robbevan.com or do a search for "Berghaus knives scam" and find more than 90 "vic- tims" who have paid too much for poor quality knives. There is even a Web site on the scam in German. However, the Berghaus Knife Company also has a Web site and the company defended its sales practice of often using an independent sales person to market its products. The knives and other kitchen items the company sells are of "high quality," the Web site claims, and the purchase price is simply what is negotiated between buyer and seller. 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Plpm-4pml, Wad-roe'-d, -- lov 30 Elk's Lodga #15,11 o 251 75th St. W. 16-A i NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Thursday, Nov. 24 Dusk- Holiday Prelude on Bridge Street, Braden- ton Beach. Friday, Nov. 25 6 to 9 p.m. Smooth jazz with Les Sabler and Citiheat at St. Armands Circle, Sarasota. Information: 388-1554. Saturday, Nov. 26 ::-' . 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club presents "Serving in Christ's Name" with Jack Repass of the Salvation Army at Cafe on the Beach. 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Tuesday, Nov. 29 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Festival of Trees at the Crosley Mansion, One Seagate Drive, Bradenton. In- formation: 920-7123. Fee applies. 2 to 3:30 p.:F Christmas tea at Crosley Man- sion, One:Seagate Drive, Bradenton. Information: 920- 7123. Fee applies. Wednesday, Nov. 30 10:30-a.m. to 2:30 p.m.-- Flu shots at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 4Q7 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Ongoing: Anna Maria Island Art League Fall Open Exhibit, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, through Nov. 25. "Harvey" at the Manatee Players Riverfront The- atre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton, through Nov. 27. Information: -748-0111. Fee applies. Christmas tea at Crosley Mansion, One Seagate Drive, Bradenton, through Dec. 6. Information: 920- 7123. Fee applies. ...* Rubber stamp and scrapbooking class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, through Dec. 12. Information: 778- 1908. Fee applies. "The Highwaymen," Florida's African-American landscape painters exhibit at the South Florida Mu- seum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton, through March 12. Professional Nail Care & Spa 5tOPPEs5 OF PARADISE BAY 7342-Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton *.7- 794-8888 5PA PEDICIARE AND S:: :, MANICIARESPECIAL S Receive Free Warm Towel Treatment Gift Certificates Available Information: 746-4131. Fee applies. Upcoming: Opening reception for Ann Casale at the Anna Maria Island Art League Dec. 1. "Social Security" at the Island Players Dec. 1-11. "White Christmas" film at Holmes Beach City Hall Dec. 2. American Craft Council show at the Sarasota Bradenton International Convention Center Dec. 2-4. Bridge Street Holiday Open House Dec. 3. Parents' Day Out at Island Baptist Church Dec. 3. Sarasota Pops "Winter Skies" concert at the South Florida Museum Dec. 4. Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club Holiday Dinner at the Bradenton Elks Lodge Dec. 6. Teen program with local author Nino Fabiano at the Island Branch Library Dec. 7. Obituaries Kathryn Moser DeKalb Kathryn Moser DeKalb, 66, of Bradenton and for- merly of Bradenton Beach, died Nov. 16. Mrs. Dekalb was a 1957 Manatee High School graduate and attended Florida State University. She was a lifeguard at the Manatee Public Beach. She moved to California in 1959, then to Spain in 1976, returning to Bradenton in 1979 and then to Bradenton Beach. She was a secretary and office manager at Roser Memorial Community Church. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Roser Memorial Community Church, 501 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, followed by a gathering at the church. Arrangements will be made by Shannon Funeral Home of Bradenton. She is survived by sons Arthur Weatherly of Austra- lia and John Weatherly of Lebanon, N.H.; daughter Laura Dehner of Forest Grove, Ore.: brother W. Andrew Moser of Los Angeles., Calif.; three grandsons; and three grand- daughters. Evelyn W. Henry Evelyn W. Henry, 79, of Bradenton, died Nov. 12. Born in Rockford, Ill., Mrs. Henry worked for the University of Wisconsin hospital, the State of Wiscon- sin Adjutant General's Office and the Greater Madison Convention and Visitor's Bureau. She was a member of Roser Memorial Community Church, Anna Maria. She was a member of the Manasota Genealogical Society. Memorial services were Nov. 17. She is survived by husband Robert; daughter Jacquie Caravello; and five grandchildren. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Interim Pastor Richard Baker M b Salurday 5pm Service of Celebration Sunday 8 and 10:30 am Worship Services Nursery available at 10:30amr S. wv'w I IOrajd iuteran Ci:rr I6608 Marina Drive ... .... Holmes Beachi !ISLAND " DENTAL SPA, Dr. Robert E. Jacoby Dr. Robert E. Jacoby, 90, of Bradenton, died Nov. 18. Born in Chambersburg, Pa., Dr. Jacoby was a dentist. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a ma- jor. He was a member of the American Dental Associa- tion. He was a Mason. He attended Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Holmes Beach. Services were Nov. 22. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home, Manatee Avenue Chapel, is in charge of arrangement. He is survived by son Robert E. of Tolono, Ill.; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Robert L. Melson Jr. Robert L. Melson Jr., 61, of Holmes Beach, died Nov. 20. Born in Bridgeport, Ct., Mr. Melson was a lifelong resident of Manatee County. He served in the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam. He was a member of VFW Post No. 10141 of Bradenton and the American Legion Kirby Stewart Post No. 24 of Bradenton. He was a member of the Bradenton Beach Moose Lodge. He was a member of the Island Baptist Church, Anna Maria. There were no services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Anna Maria Island Community Center, P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria FL 34216. Brown and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. He is survived by wife Sandra Webster; daughter Shawn Judy of Nokomis; son Robert L. 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Bradenton Beach No reports available. Holmes Beach Nov. 11,403 39th St., Seabreeze condominiums, theft. A concrete patio table and bench were reportedly stolen. Nov. 12,200 block of 68th Street, soliciting. Sev- eral residents complained about a "crew" of people representing themselves as college students with local parents attempting to solicit orders for various types of books. One member of the group was cited after he continued to solicit sales after the group was warned by officers and educated about city ordinances. Nov. 13, 3007 Gulf Drive, Anchor Inn, criminal mischief. The bartender reported that a customer dam- aged the bar counter after he reportedly slammed his beer mug on to the bar. Nov. 13, 4700 block of Gulf Drive, criminal mis- chief. A woman reported that someone threw a balloon filled with an oily substance at her car, smearing the windshield and impairing her driving. Nov. 14, 5501 Marina Drive, Catcher's Marina, theft. Two ropes and a fish gripper were stolen from a boat. Nov. 16, 5501 Marina Drive, Catcher's Marina, theft. A man reported his flashlight stolen from his boat and told police he believes someone is sleeping on his boat at night. Nov. 16,4000 Gulf Drive, Manatee Public Beach, warrant. A man found sleeping in his vehicle after in the beach parking lot after closing was arrested on a Texas warrant. According to the report, the warrant was for indecency with a child. Volunteers sought for boards Bradenton Beach is looking for a few good people to volunteer on several advisory boards. Actually, "good" is not a prerequisite you just have to be a voter in the city, but even that isn't necessarily required in some instances. The city has vacancies on its board of adjustment and planning and zoning board. Both require members to be electors in Bradenton Beach. 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The new group is charged with offering guidance to enact goals of the Waterfronts Florida Community designation the city achieved earlier this year. The WAVES meeting is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, at city hall. Further information on the committees is available by calling city hall at 778-1005. Genesis Exterminating INC. Serving Manatee & Sarasota Counties Since 1991 Fumigation Termite Control Subterranean Termite Tenting Florida one house at a Time! FREE ESTIMATES Commercial Residential S 4611 US 41 N. Palmetto, FL 34221 Ucensed/Insured 32995 Member FPCA ,Rerer 0mienmaril Qttmnitf Q1tlurtc An Interdenominational Christian Church Rev. Gary A. Batey Serving the Community Since 1913 Come Celebrate Christ Worship Service: 10am SAdult Church School: 9am Children's Church School: 10am Youth Church School: 10am Transportation & Nursery Available 512 Pine Ave, Anna Maria 778-0414 www.rohserchurch.com Santa meets 'Man About Publix' Known by allfor his quick smile and friendly man- ner, Publix associate Louie Strickland had a chance to meet Santa Claus, also known for his smile and gregarious manner, at the Holmes Beach Publix Thursday during the market's pre-holiday festivities. Islander Photo: Edna Tiemann Flu shot plans changed The program for flu shots at the Anna Maria Island Community Center has been changed, with the plans now for the inoculations to be given from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, instead of Dec. 1 as planned. The shots will be administered by Optima Health Services at the Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, at a cost of $25 free to persons with a Medicare Part JI card and a photo ID. Details are available at 778-1908. SDi Diane Michae ls ; Chiropractic Physician : Mlassage Ther .,t .at Provider for r _,st I .-ur nee 501 Village Green IPark\wa Bradentoin, Floni da 7( -0211l (I block east of Albertson's on Manatee .ven ci AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL COMMUNITY CH FRCH HARVEY MEMORI L ASTOR BILL GROS; MAN Worship Servi a Sunday 9:30at I 779-1912 harveychurch@earthlink net 300 CHURCH AVE. BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TO ER I 1941-723RII 18-At NOV. 23, 2005 T THE ISLANDER mas! -~.. . . 'r. I "Stretch" Fretwell shows off fruit packages that may be ordered directly from the Anna Maria Island _Kiwanis Club to benefit the club's charitable efforts. Citrus sales to have many beneficiaries A variety of services and people will benefit from the annual citrus sale of the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island, as outlined by the club's James H. "Stretch" Fretwell. Citrus packages range in price from $23 to $46 depending on a varied choice of sizes. They may be -ordered and further information obtained by calling Robert Raisch at 778-3411. Online orders may be made at the club's new Web site (click on "citrus sale") at www.annamariakiwanis.org. Among the beneficiaries of the sales are the Easter Sunrise Service, Little League baseball, school children who get primary reading books, the Bring Up Grades pro- -gram for Anna Maria Island and Palma Sola elementary schools, and the Big Band Valentine benefit dance for the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Our reopening has been delayed. We hope to welcome you into the all new Subway very soon! Please call us for updates and info on our reopening. 3232 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach 778-7878 WE'RE NOT JUST YOUR GRANDDADDYS FISHING PIEL. The City Pier Restaurant WE'REWHEREYO'LL FIND... THE FRESHEST SEAFOOD AND THE BEST VIEW FOR ISLAND DINING -,- ia'O Ra.pB Aiib. : 8Lfa $ B.t.-.k- ,S ;. .. . Kiwanis Club annual holiday dinner celebration scheduled The Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club will have its annual holiday dinner celebration Tuesday, Dec. 6, with gifts coming in to be passed on to children. It will begin with a cash bar at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:45, at the Elks Lodge, 2511 75th St. W., Bradenton. Music will be by Bob Lopiccolo and Claire. Cost will be $25 per person. Kiwanians are to bring donations for gift baskets and raffle items to any club meeting up to Dec. 3, and, "Don't forget to bring a stuffed animal to be donated to the Manatee Children's Services." Additional details are available at 778-7888. Early Settlers Bread ready in time for Thanksgiving The Anna Maria Island Historical Society is pre- paring for Thanksgiving by baking up a large batch of its Early Settlers Bread for people who appreciate jew- els from the past. The bread is from a very old recipe, said a spokes- person, and is baked in old ways. It will be sold from 10 p.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23, at the Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. De- tails are available at 778-0492. Mystery series at Mote A new speaker series sponsored by Friends of Mote Library will be launched Tuesday, Nov. 29, with Wayne Barcomb, author of the new Sarasota-based mystery "Blood Tide." He will speak at 2 and 7:30 p.m. in the New Pass Room of the Mote Keating Education Center, 1599 Ken Thompson Pkwy., across the street from the Mote Aquarium. This is the first of the "Mystery Writers With a Florida Connection" series. Friends of Mote Library raises funds and otherwise supports the library that serves the scientists and staff of Mote Marine Laboratory. Tickets at $10 may be purchased at the aquarium and at the library. Information may be obtained and reservations made at 388-4441, ext. 333. 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Registration forms are avail- able at the Center. A free clinic for cheerleaders to learn basic techniques in timing and safety, new cheers and to organize and select squads will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, in the Center's gymna- sium. Experienced high school cheerleaders and drill team dancers, as well as "cheer moms," are a sig- nificant part of the program and are urgently needed right away, said Sara Dynan of the Center. Squads usually will cheer at games twice a week and practice once, she said, so the overall time commitment is a bit over three hours weekly. She asks participants to call her at 778-1908. 'Dickens at Crosley' includes 'A Christmas Carol' Scenes from Charles Dickens's works will be the focus of "Dickens at the Crosley" in December. The special event will be Dec 12-16 and Dec. 19- 22 at the historic Powel Crosley Museum, 100 Seagate Drive, Sarasota, just north of the Ringling-Museum of Art on U.S. 41. The presentation will feature Dickens's most fa- mous, "A.Christmas Carol." Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for juniors and seniors. Details are available at 722- 3244. OLD IAMBUJR R SCHNITZELHAUS The Best German Restaurant on Florida's West Coast WE'RE BACK FROM VACATION! RE-OPENING NOV. 21 Reservations a must! 778-1320 HOURS: MON-SAT 5-9:30PM Anna Maria Island Centre.. 3246 E. Bay Drive Holmes Beach S Closed Thanksgiving Day OPEN 11-8 -Closed Tues 59TH & MARINA DR. HOLMES BEACH 778-2501 THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 A A-19 Real Estate Island real estate sales 107 Mangrove Ave., Unit 107G, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 475 sfla 1bed/1bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/27/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Kreps for $320,000. 109 Mangrove Ave., Unit 109G, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 425 sfla 1bed/1bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/27/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Vida for $320,000. 107 Eighth St. S., Unit 6, Island Getaway, Braden- ton Beach, a 365 sfla Ibed/1bath condo built in 1975 was sold 10/28/05, Island Getaway Cond Developers LLC to Alfaro for $319,900; list $319,900. 107 Eighth St. S., Unit 5, Island Getaway, Bradenton Beach, a 447 sfla 1 bed/1bath condo built in 1975 was sold 10/28/05, Island Getaway Cond Developers LLC to Barrington for $319,900; list $319,900. 107 Eighth St. S., Unit 1, Island Getaway, Bradenton Beach, a 389 sfla.1-bed/1 bath condo built in 1975 was sold 10/28/05, Island Getaway Cond Developers LLC to McCullough for $309;900; list $309,900. 107 Eighth St. S., Unit 2, Island Getaway, Braden- ton Beach, a 390 sfla 1bed/1bath condo built in 1975 was sold 10/28/05, Island Getaway Cond Developers LLC to Blair for $309,900; list $309,900. 7324 Gulf Drive, Unit 12, La Casa Costiera, Holmes Beach, a 1,913 sfla 3bed/2.5bath/2car condo built in 2005 was sold 10/31/05, La Casa Costiera LLC to Maurio for $1,550,000; list $1,575,000. 6700 Gulf Drive, Unit 7, Gulf Place, Holmes Beach, a 1,513 sfla /1,702 sfur 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 11/01/05, Givens to Stephens for $1,450,000. 405 21st St. PlaceN., Bradenton Beach, a 2,332 sfla / 2,892 sfur 3bed/3bath/1car bayfront home built in 1973 on a 100x133 lot was sold 11/04/05, Wilson to FLM Inc. for $1,295,000; list $1,395,000. 110 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, a 1,775 sfla / 2,316 sfur 3bed/3bath/2car triplex built in 1930 on a 75x145 lot was sold 11/03/05, Caltagirone to Tennison for $1,100,000; list $1,250,000. 120 White Ave., Anna Maria, a 1,782 sfla / 3,425 sfur 3bed/2bath home built in 1951 on a 104x106 lot was sold 11/01/05, Gryboski to Chatt for $985,000; list $995,000. 622 Hampshire Lane, Holmes Beach, a 2,363 sfla / 3,071 sfur 3bed/3bath/2car canalfront pool home built in 1967 on a 100x105 lot was sold 11/03/05, Davis to Davis for $950,000. 407 73rd St., Holmes Beach, a 1,640 sfla / 3,644 sfur 3bed/2bath/1car pool home with deeded boat slip built in 1994 on a 99x85 lot was sold 11/04/05, Reith to Ellis for $849,000; list $849,000. 117 Peppertree Lane, Anna Maria, a 1,624 sfla / DISCOUNT LIQUOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE t, Coupon Good Nov. 23-29, 2005 Sky Vodka MANATEE COUNTY'S Kahua Coffeequeur 5 #lO0 INDEPENDENT $ R99 4 9a9.- 1 75 I BEVERAGE DE.AI.,R I DE* I .R Advertising sizzles in The Islander. Call 778 7978 for info today! Under New Ownership! fop0PfK. .isM Aw s usM SSaum rHOOO and great soups, too! NOW SERVING BREAKFAST! Saturday and Monday thru Sundays Friday 11am-6pm F ,Ope at enu! ConeoGlfD.& 2,274 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car home built in 1967 on a 75x106 lot was sold 11/01/05, Lott to Galletto for $788,000; list $788,000. 1800 Gulf Drive N., Unit 211, La Costa, Bradenton Beach, a 952 sfla / 1,088 sfur 2bed/2bath condo built in 1979 was sold 11/03/05, Becker to Chiacchierini for $700,000. 6301 Holmes Blvd., Unit A, Turtle Crawl, Holmes Beach, a 1,850 sfla 3bed/2.5bath/2car land condo built in 2005 was sold 10/31/05, Island Restoration III LLC to Kaleta for $682,700; list $795,000. 501 74th St., Holmes Beach, a 1,232 sfla/ 1,720 sfur 2bed/2bath/2car canalfront pool home built in 1957 on a 89x95 lot was sold 10/31/05, Stefantos to Waliagha for $650,000. 2502 Gulf Drive N., Unit 205, Club Bamboo, Braden- ton Beach, a 693 sfur 1bed/1bath condo built in 1975 was sold 11/02/05, Siefker to Stack for $585,000. 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 transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copyright 2005. Fantastic Fish &Chips. Seafood Oysters* Stone Crabs King Crab Wed Poker Fri Karaoke 11 Oam to whenever Closed Monday 12012 Cortez Rd. W. 792-4822 Award-winning cuisine without surfside pricing! tres ck~cr I Dinner Reservations Requested 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 941.778.5320 -*' .' Featured sale: This home on _ ..'-. two platted lots at 120 S' White Ave., Anna Maria, sold in August 2005for 'i $815,000 and again ilis $985,000, a i : $170,000 or s ." .; .- -- Jesse Brisson enter sed for holidaypercent increase.in. .. W" three months.'. Islander The Anna Maria Island Community Center will shut down Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24 and 25, for the Thanksgiving holiday but will be open briefly Sat- urday for the scheduled pilates class from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. It will reopen for classes and other activities on Monday, Nov. 28. It is located at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, and the phone number there is 778-1908. Isld Biz By Rick Catlin .. will return next week. Capal bo'sJ House of Pizza Buffet SpecialR Sa. with the Purchase of Sa soft drink. 792-5300 10519 Cortez Road W. Mon-Sat 11am-10pm Sunday Noon-9pm PLEASE PRESENT COUPON EXPIRES DEC. 31, 2005 ----I--- -- -- 20-A 0 NOV. 23, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER $50 game pick winner: Faii Guildner Sr. .TODRIVE A CLEAN CAR! 24-hour self- serve car wash. Complete Sauto detailing. Quick lube. AMERICAN CAR WASH 778-1617 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 1. Seminoles at Gators I iiim ne the possibilitos... Let uscustomize your kitchen to it your life! Visit our showroom of I unique kitchen displays. 8708 Cortez Rd W* Bradenton (941) 792-8656 I .2.BearsatBucs I Help is just around the corner Open 7 days 5324 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-2811 I 3. Dolphins at Raiders I Property Management, Sales, Vacation Rentals office (941) 798-9191 toll free (888) 774-6880 www.surfside-realty.us *; -*- ' ^ ^.. ; .- Get in the game! Advertise here! There's a space for your business in the Island's most talked-about $50-$50 football contest! Call Nancy or Rebecca at 778-7978 to feature your business here! S,5. Hurricanes at Virginia $50 PICK THE WINNERS CONTEST PICK THE GAME WINNERS COLLECT BIG BUCKS A WINNER EVERY WEEK $50 WEEKLY PRIZE * The Islander pays $50 to the person with the most of The Islander football judge is final. Winner correct game-winning predictions. Collect prize in per- All entries must be submitted on the published form or 1 son or by mail. a copy of the form. Be sure to include name, address 2 * Entries must be postmarked or hand delivered to the and phone number. 3 newspaper by noon Saturday weekly. All advertisers must be listed to be eligible to win. 4 * A winner will be drawn from tying entries. The decision ONLY ONE ENTRY PER PERSON, PER WEEK. 5 ..$50 BUGS CONTEST Your correct score prediction for next week's Buccaneer game could win you $50. Drawing in the event of a tie. Rollover if there's no winner! (no game/no prize) BUCS__ vs SCORE SCORE * Contestant Name Address/City Phone Mail or deliver to The Islander* 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach FL 34217 941-778-7978 BerdInviationSeptmber200 Aes Fo a o a Sevice in FoI d FOIA TAEND Eight.olAnSpon A60 GlfDrieAn a Mari sln, ufs wwSbachitr9o Thursday, Nov. 24 1-5 pm SA delicious holiday feast with all Sthe trimmings $1 95 per person *No entertainment for Thursday, Nov. 24 ************** .* Due to preparations for our Thanksgiving buffet, there will be no Taco and Fajita buffet Nov. 23 It will return on Nov. 30. FRI FISH FRY ~ 2-8 pm *< 3 with fries and slaw ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT 0(C)0 O $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 Holmes Beach 778-0784 CONTINENTAL BISTRO Happy Thanksgiving tres cricF I Award-winning cuisine without surfside pricing! Closed Thansgiving Lunch & Dinner 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-5320 FRESH MULLET SALE HATS $12 T-SHIRTS ML,XL $1Q XXL$120 i Advertiser TE Ana Maria l S- I s l a I n 1 Sandblast is a blast Last weekend's Sandblast at the BeachHouse Restaurant in Bradenton Beach drew hundreds of people to the beach. The event, a benefit for Keep Manatee Beautiful, allowed the creative talent of a score of teams and sponsors to be focused on sand. Taking first prize in the fifth-annual event this year was the Bayshore High School National Art Honor Society for "Archeological Dig," pictured at left. Sec- ond-place honors were awarded to Intrepid Home Health's "Fallen City." Thirdplace went to the Manatee High School Art Department's "Atlantis," and honorable mention was given to Manatee High School Ocean Awareness Club for "Treasure Chest." Islander Photos: Paul Roat Manatee High School Art Department's "Atlantis" team with their thiri-place troply. The team was sponsored by The Islander newspaper The Sunshine Skyway Bridge was the focus of one sculpture. Tools of the trade were in evidence at Sandblast. B-2 M NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER What do dogs, cats think? And why can't we figure it out? We humans are supposed to be the brightest light on this planet we call Earth. Such as it is. As the late-great Douglas Adams put it, "Out in the uncharted backwater of the unfashionable end of the Western Spiral arm of the galaxy lies a small unregarded yellow sun. Orbiting this at a distance of roughly 98 million miles is an utterly insignificant little blue-green planet whose ape-descended life forms are so amazingly primativ6 that they still think digital watches are a pretty neat idea." Gotta love that "Hitchhikers Guide To the Galaxy" guy, even though the movie was awful. Anyway, humans are supposed to be the Top Dog around here. Numero Uno. Biggest with the Bestest with the Mostest. So if we're so smart, why can't we figure out how dogs and cats think? Hey, we've got them around us all the time. They're our friends. They look at us with those big, deep eyes and seem ,to say ... "I'm an alien life form. I will soon eat your brain. Resistance is futile." Aw, no, not Fluffy or Spot! I'll. admit I'm not too bright when it comes to knowing much about our feline friends. I've had friends who had friends who were cats. Sometimes we got along. I remember a fun weekend where I was barely able to overcome sneezing a lot while a cat decided he would be my friend and tried to sleep on my chest while I tried to behave in a sharing way to get my sweetie to ... well, never mind. Dogs are cool, mostly. Dogs drool, bark, bite, dousual dog things. Maybe it's a guy thing, but dogs make more sense to me, prob- ably because that's what I know. Lots of scratching and stuff. Or what I don't know, because after all these years I still don't know what dogs think. I've had huge dogs that were classed by many as being the most vicious beasts known to man. Dober- mans. Huge, bright-eared, white-teethed, awful dogs. They were mostly wussies. I'\e known small, cuddly, "oh, so cute" dogs that even the Wicked Witch of the West would want to snug- The old salt mine Gay and Werner U . Schoatnknechrt o -t'.nla ,11(a0 0 I ck "-the, i world's ohd st cooti/-, U011. 4%011 ,0 tiit salt minie "at Hallsatfl. Aus- tria. It 'as o undi by cit'.ri ianil observing - i- ill aiiii actied u( a "*- salt i/ n idre. P 'r- -' ; --"" [WW ISLANDERWORG --^ i ... i .S- -' ...,y o ? 'ek I e S & S ( h u FISHING UCENSES LIVE& FROZEN BAIT *PENN* SHIMANO*ST CROIX .j Everythingc You N-ee for Floricia Fishin q' i ,. S' . ISLAND DISCOUNT %TACKLE, AT CATCHER'S MARINA OPEN DAILY 5503 MARINA DRIVE 779-2838 (By Holmes Beach boat basin) Major Credit Cards gle with that turned ferocious and tried to bite out my sternum. Even now I've got a sweet, kind, gentle little dog, loves to climb in your lap, gives little kisses, prances around the house and, after he bites you, will be your new best friend. Oh, and his bark is about the same fre- quency and volume of a tugboat siren, which he seems to do whenever the air moves. (Call me if you'd like to adopt this special little friend ... there's money in it for you. This advertisement has been paid for and approved by the publisher..) But back to why dogs are especially weird. They're meat eaters. Supposed to be, anyway. Descended from long lines of meat-eating critters that go back to the dinosaurs. So why is it that my little dog, with no Change in his diet, no human food, no special anything, suddenly decides that he wants to eatall the grass from the yard? Common wisdom is that dogs eat grass so they can throw up something that didn't agree with-them. My little guy doesn't even puke after eating the grass. Why? Well, apparently it's in his nature, according to the journal Nature. Apparently the biggest carnivores ever to have roamed the planet ate grass, too. Researchers have dis- covered that dinosaurs ate grass. This insight came from studying fossilized dino droppings perhaps a new career path for some of us? Anyway, what has surprised the scientists more than the fact that the dinos ate grass is the fact that grass was around 275 to 65 million years ago.. Researchers thought that grass only dated back about 55 million years past. WOOD DOCK & SEAWALL CUSTOM QOCKS SEAWALLS BOAT LIFTS design Build Permitting Sales Service Supplies S792-5322 State ert. 12044 Cortez Rd., W. I-- ? '. y_^^.-sT' "t1 2 CT:'s--._--- --~_^~_~_ "It was very unexpected," said one researcher, adding that the finding "shakes up what was known about grass. We will have to rewrite our understand- ing of its evolution. We may have to add grass to the dioramas of dinosaurs we see in museums." Grass, it seems, was thought to have evolved along with what we now know of horses and camels. Now, that's not the case the first grass grazers were prob- ably dinos. New beach book David McRee has just published a new book About beaches, including Anna Maria Island. "Florida Beaches, Finding Your Paradise on the Lower Gulf Coast." It's a pretty nice guide to all things found on the beach, both good and bad: Good sunning spots, nice amenities, sting rays and rip tides. McRee offers some personal tips that can only come from actually going to most of the beaches, too, always a nice touch in what is sometimes not a touchy- feely vein of reporting these days. It's not surprising he knows of what he writes, though, as he's a third- generation native of Bradenton. Consider these thoughts about the Manatee Public Beach: "A concrete pier built for erosion control extends for 150 feet or so into the Gulf. When I was a teen- ager, we carried our surfboards out to the end of the pier, threw them into the water and then leaped in and climbed on. It saved us the arduous paddle through the surf. Fishermen could always be found trying their lock or skill from the pier, day and night. Times change, though. The pier has been rebuilt after storm damage. Now it has railing and warning signs. Jumping off the pier is no longer tolerated. Progress." So true. The book includes maps, pictures and lots of help- ful tips for beaches from Dunedin south to Marco Island. Cost is $19.95, and it's available online at BeachHunter.net. Another bright spot to our north There's a new light on the horizon just across Tampa Bay from Anna Maria Island a new, 70-foot- tall lighthouse on Tierra Verde near Fort Desoto. The lighthouse is part of the Tampa Bay Watch Marineand Education Center. a part of the very effec- tive Tampa Bay Watch environmental organization. The light was .\\ itched on last week, with an official dedication ceremony set for Dec. 3. Gotta love those lighthouses. Oops Got a nice note from John Moerk of Anna Maria about last week's little history piece on hurricanes anid Spaniards. Seems I bungled the tale a little bit: Juan Ortiz (the correct spelling is like that, not my jumbled "Ortez") was indeed rescued bi Hernando de Soto in 1539, but died during the expedition and never made it back to Spain, contrary to what I stated. Sorry about that, John, but thanks for the eaids-tip. Sandscript factoid The Tampa Ba\ watch h Ilhlthou.se is the first such structure to be built in Florida in 75 years. WAVES BOAT & SOCIAL CLUB FREE DINNER I ONRUS INSHORE SPORTFISHING CHARTER BOAT ,pleat A , Captain Steven Salgado 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 - -- -~---- -- - I -mm THE ISLAND1)ElR NOV. 23. 2005 B-11- Soegji ~l~', ', h $ A t- in ulf By Capt. Mike Heistand Kingfish and Spanish mackerel are out in the Gulf of Mexico, but it appears to be a spotty run so far - some fishers report good action, others are finding the fishing disappointing. Seems to be the nature of the fishing action: Some good days, some bad. Other offshore action includes good snapper catches in about 50 feet of water and some grouper and an occasional cobia. Backwater fishing for snook is good from Sarasota Bay to Miguel Bay. Redfish are also a good bet, as are catch-and-release trout. Sheepshead are thick near any structures in the bays and especially good near the piers.. Bill Lowman of Island Discount Tackle at Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said snook fishing has been good of late, with the best action coming from near the mangrove islands in Sarasota Bay. Longbar Point is also a good spot to find the big linesiders, as well as redfish on the lower tides. Offshore fishing for snapper has been really hot, with some fish caught in about 50 feet of water going better than 5 pounds. There are also some nice-sized cobia coming back to the docks. Capt. Thom Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he hammered the snook in Terra Ceia Bay last week, catching legal-size fish to 27 inches in length. He also caught a 20-plus pound grouper he released and lots of catch-and-release trout. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said anglers there are catching lots of sheepshead. Other than the sheepies, and despite the fact that there's plenty of bait moving around the pier, other fishing action is slow, he said. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said sheepies are the best bet at the pier, too, plus a few flounder catches and some drum, snapper and keeper- size snook. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said he's hearing of a lot of small snook being caught, with a few keepers mixed in. Snapper have apparently moved away from the dock for a while, but redfish and reds are being reeled in from just out- side of the dock's channel. At.Perico Island Bait and Tackle, reports include redfish on the lower tides around Perico Island, plus some snook just outside of the marina's channel on higher tides. There have also been some catch-and- release trout hookups. At Skyway Bait and Tackle, reports include lots of redfish being caught in Miguel Bay, with a good tip being to work the mullet schools for the big spot- ties. Shrimp or artificial are both working well for the Island Scooter Rentals at SILVER SURF 1301 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach $25 SPECIAL LOW RATES We rent bikes, too! 726-3163 45 + tax until noon 18 HOLES, GREENS FEES + CART $35+ tax noon-2pm 18 HOLES, GREENS FEES + CART $25 + tax 25 :after 2pm 18 HOLES, GREENS FEES + CART BIG SUMMER CARD MEMBER *5 off ipoted O if~rate *^3 U'- K- Killer cobia Al Schram of Greensboro, N.C., caught this 30-pound cobia while fishing with Capt. Zach Zacharias aboard the Dee'Jay II. reds. Mackerel have evaporated right now, it seems, but sheepshead appear to have invaded the Sunshine Skyway Bridge area. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Annie's said he's seeing signs of a "good pelagic run going on. Numerous Spanish mackerel, cobia and some scattered kingfish catches have been made this week off Island beaches. There have also been sharks, grouper and huge ladyfish in the mix." Inshore angling for Capt. Zach is still producing some good snook, redfish and jack crevalle on whitebait, although shrimp have been the ticket for sheepshead and black drum. On my boat Magic, we caught mangrove snapper to 20 inches, one cobia and several triggerfish offshore. In the.backwater, we caught redfish and snook to 30 inches. Good luck and good fishing. DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks Maintenance Cleaning Painting Repair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured WW ISLAlD R ORG REEL FAST CHARTERS Charter only for the best S4 hours * 8 hours * Weekends . Week trips S'Covering and Bahi Reservations 941-778-1203 Departs from Galati Marina the West Coastln Captain amas Glenn Corder .. --- -- - S941-713-5900 captain.glenn@verizon.net ULW frqm: Supersize that snook Josh Zacharias of Wellfleet, Mass., caught a 42-inch snook while fishing with Capt. Zach. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fish- ing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islander.org. Please include identification for persons in the 'picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more infor- mation. Snapshots may be retrieved once they appear in the paper. Annn (J orio sl/on 'ies SMoon Dale AM HIGH AM LOW PM HIGH PM LOW Q NJ' 1 I 4 I .1' I '! I I 'r I) L N.-. 1' '1-i '' I l 4 II i' 1' Nov28 10:40 1.5 3:22 0.1 8:47 2.2 2:37 1.1 Nov29 11:40 1.5 4:04 -0.2 9:12 2.3 3:02 1.3 Nov30 9:41p* 2.5 4:46 -0.4 12:44 1.5 3:17 1.4 S Cortez High Tides 7 minutes later- lows 1:06 later -- '-: .. i" "" LIGHT TACKLE SPORTFISHING SCAPT. RICK GROSS 1 (941)794-3308 1/2 DAY & FULL DAY CHARTERS Catcher's Marina-5501 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach * visit geocities.com/captrickgross e 'O p* -.l - CP. O Charter Boat a" MAGIC" Backwater Near Shore Up to 7 miles out in the Gulf Snook Redfish Trout Flounder Mackerel Snapper Light Tackle Fishing Reservations-a Must! Tackle, bait, ice, fishing license provided! 723-1107 Capt. Mike Heistand USCG Licensed . ... .. B4 3 NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER All-star action, awards ceremony top Island soccer season By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter Another season of soccer has come to an end on Anna Maria Island, marking the 31st Island soccer season for Island players. Congratulations to all of the players, coaches and parents of the Anna Maria Island state and Division III Air & Energy for their champion- ship seasons. The league held is awards ceremonies for the top Anna Maria Island Community Center Soccer League final scoring leaders Name Division I (ages 12-14) :1. Ben Valdivieso 2. Cory Wash 3. Joey Hutchinson 4. Martine Miller 5. Celia Ware 6. Heldino Gomez 7. Matt Bauer / 8. Broderick West 9. Jordan Sebastiano 9. Blake Wilson 10. Max Marnie 10. Billy Alstrom Division II (ages 10-11) 1. Chandler Hardy 2. Paulo Fonseca 3. Alex Hall 4. Giorgio Gomez 5. Daniel Pimental 5.Trevor Bystrom 6. Austin Wash 6. Julian Botero 7. Danny Krosroskia 7. Wyatt Hoffman 7. Jordan Hinton Division III (ages 8-9) 1. Joel Hart 2. Adam Hart 2. Ryan Gilman 3. Andrew Crowton 4. Max Moneuse 5. Connor Field 6. Hunter Parrish 6.Trevor Albers 6. Josh Zawistoski Team ReMax Mr. Bones LaPensee WCAC Observer LaPensee ReMax WCAC ReMax Observer WCAC Observer Island Real Estate Island Real Estate Pine Ave. Store Surf Shop Harry's Harry's Island Real Estate Surf Shop Surf Shop- Pine Ave. Store Surf Shop Air & Energy Air & Energy Mike Norman Danziger Cannons Air & Energy Cannons Air & Energy Danziger Goals 36 28 27 22 16 14 13 11 10 10 9 9 three divisions on Nov. 12 at the Center with each divi- sion-winning team being awarded first-place trophies. In addition, individual awards were handed out in each division, which included the prestigious Dennis Grand- stad League MVP, the Kenny Randall Sportsmanship Award, the Female MVP and the newly established Goalie of the Year award. The goalie of the year award was established to encourage kids to want to play goalie and to reward those that are crazy enough to do so willingly! Long- boat Observer goalie Christina Papazian, West Coast Surf Shop goalie Peyton Phillips and Cannons Marina goalie Nick Papazian were the worthy recipients of this honor. Female most valuable players were Ally Titsworth of Mr. Bones, Hailey Dearlove of West Coast Surf Shop and Claudia Heinz of Mike Norman Realty. The winners of the Kenny Randall Sportsmanship Award are Longboat Observer's Billy Alstrom, Molly Stoltfus of West Coast Surf Shop and Josh Zawistoski of Danziger Allergy & Sinus. There were a few surprises in awarding the Dennis Grandstad league MVP trophies, but not in Division III. Joel Hart, who tallied 28 goals while leading his Air & Energy team to the Division III title was the runaway winner. Division II winner Paulo Fonseca of the Division II champion Island Real Estate team won the award despite finishing second on his "team" in scoring behind league scor- ing-leader Chandler Hardy. Division I MVP went to Joey Hutchinson of last place LaPensee Plumbing. This was a tight race between league scoring leader Ben Valdivieso, who scored 36 goals, Cory Wash of league winner Mr. Bones, who finished with 27 goals, and Hutchinson, who was the third leading scorer in Division I with 27 goals. Once again, congratulations to all of the award winners and all of the players, coaches and parents who participated in the Center league. Ally Titsworth of Division I Mr. Bones, Hailey Dear- love of Division II West Coast Surf Shop and Claudia Heinz of Division III Mike Norman Realty won female most valuable player awards for their stellar play this season. All-star action Navy defeated Orange 5-4 on Nov. 12 to win the Division I all-star game behind three goals from Brod- erick West. Heldino Gomez and Max Marnie each notched one goal for the winners. Other Navy all-stars are Sean Edwards, Jason Rappe, Austin Martin, Darrin Phillips, Daniel Landesberg and Whitney Bauer. Ben Valdivieso, Kyle Aritt,, Blake Wilson and Matt Bauer each scored one goal to lead the Orange team in the loss. Orange team members include Nash Thomp- son, Celia Ware, Jordan Sebastiano, Donna Barth and Sylvie Marolan. In the Division II all-star game, Navy prevailed by a 3-1 score over Orange. Paulo Fonseca, Hailey Dearlove and Danny Krokroskia each notched one goal to lead the Navy to victory. Josh Schmidt, Court- ney Schmidt, Joey Garbus, Mallory Kosfeld, Jordan Hinton, Jerry Meyer and Peyton Phillips rounded out the Navy all-stars. PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE Reputation ~ e One of the biggest names in mortgages is right in your own backyard. *.. B 'W/1^ 1 Tou choose Chase you V iaxe guranteed b\ ia variety . ot products ,:offtred by one of " the naion's rop mortgage lenders. -Stunning 2BR condominium. Plus. the knowledge of loin :. White, sandy beach and ie frniliar v.iLh and decdicaed you home to paradise. to sour l-ocl communlt-. OHered at $950.000. N' i-h1r c our morigagc Si1/ki IRfntlL5 'SlP need& fixed rre., adjustable rate, iumbu. government, call Ron / fo..! tro a free consukLnon at i -a 19411 -61-9808 (24- hours) or 1800) 559-8025. 'j f CHASE 877-46 I con[he 'n Mo-r.-gbo:. orcc.a':t 'a teampinnacle NB.agt I PatPalmeri-Bates www.flrealestat Old Bridge Village Bay Drive South on Sarasota Bay. T\ o speccaculir 3 b/r, 3 bath furnished apartment -on Sarasota Bay. S%\eeping afterr views with pr-iate boat lshps. lap pool, garden magic. Great room-, sarnng \\ indovws, high ceilings, open plan kitchens, granite tops. Top-of-the-line appliances, baths with double sinks, s alk-in closets. One block from white sand Coquina beach and historic Bridge Street shops. From $950,000 Tortuga Inn Beach Resort 1325 Gulf Drive North Six new condo/hotel urni.shed apartments for sale with construction pric- ing. 2 b/r, 2 bath fumrihed apartments with March 2006 Occupancy. Three resale Gulf View etffciency & 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 Tradewinds-Resort 1603 Gulf Drive North T\vo extraordniary 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. Professionallv managed by Resort Quest, with excellent rates and occupancy From $375,000 Te n(100Cm tirt o0fli 0s , -U ,=ll l i . - ss, -i -- 3, &'-- ;';. ,"..'% $- 44* ^ Nevw 3BR/2.5 BA home on large lot in quiet north- \est Bradenton neighborhood. Lots of upgrades. $598.000. Call Greg at 720-0932 for all the details. 3, Gail Tutwiler Top1 Producing Realior 4 941-705-0227 TotU Fre 1.-.36.587-y.559 V (GailTutcRE@aol corm GULF VIEWS FROM $349,900 to $984,900 IMPERIAL HOUSE: Nicely turnkey furnished 2 bedroom condo with Gulf views from the porch. Just across the street from your own private beach. Heated pool, clubhouse, fishing pier and patio on bay All his for $349,900. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE: Beautifully decorated 3BR/2BA townhome with two-car garage and peaks of the Gulf from the large open porches. Community pool, weekly rentals and large pets welcome! $650,000. BRIDGEPORT: Full Gulf view of your own beach from this light and bright turnkey furnished condo (2BR/2BA) facing directly west from the 2nd floor. Building has elevator and heated pool. Pet OK. $669,000. MARTINIQUE SOUTH: The penthouse view from this magnifi- cently upgraded and furnished sixth floor condo. Views from every room! Gulffront, heatedpool, clubhouse, tennis, garage and Cadillac included. $984,900. e 3224 EAST BAY DRIVE f REAESTATECOMPANY HOLMES BEACH 7 LOOKING FOR DO,9SMERACE 'lOGO? . Find more of what you're looking for in The Islander The best news on Anna Maria Island since 1992. www.islander.org .^ ,..,, ...- ,.. ..,,, ... ., : -. > THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23. 2005 M B-5 Division I champion Mr Bones: Nicole Botero, Sean Edwards, James Hall, Raphael Kasser, Austin Martin, Chan- dler McClung, Jason Rappe, Ally Titsworth and Cory Wash. Coach: Andy Jona- tzke. Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Alex Hall led the Orange effort with one goal in the loss. Other Orange all-stars include Jack Titsworth, Daniel Pimental, Savannah Schield, Jonah Castor, Taylor Wilson, Jake Rappe, Kyle Crum, Elijah Clay- Chapman and Savannah Hendrickson. The Division III all-star game ended in a 2-2 tie. Ryan Gilman paced the Orange team with two goals, while Max Moneuse and Andrew Crowton each scored one goal to lead the Navy team. Other Orange all-stars include Connor Field, Trevor Albers, Arianna Collins, Philip Dudevoir, Samantha Purnell, Peyton Hinton, Claudia Hynds, Rip Shaffer, Morgan Greig, Logan Reiber and Jake Parsons. Navy all stars included Hunter Parrish, Neil Carper, Sam Azmi, Sterling Louw, Nick Papazian, Robby Offi- cer, Blaine Jenefsky, Josh Zawistosky, Shayna Dan- ziger, Kelly Stewart and Madison Driscoll. DESIRABLE BEAN POINT! . ~~ *' .i>- l i ,,'' : ". ' - 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! Oversized four-car garage. $1,240,000. Larry Albert Tropical Broker Realtor 0p l 725-1074 rp ie Division II champion Island Real Estate: Megan Chambers, Paulo Fonseca, Joseph Garbus, Chandler Hardy, Mallory Kosfeld, Max Miller, Elijah Pellegren, Courtney Schmidt, Josh Schmidt and Austin Wash. Coach: Scott Lindsey. Division III cham- pion Air & Energy: Trevor Albers, Henry Bernet, Arianna Collins, Philip Dudevoire, Connor Field, Denver Hardy, Joel Hart, Adam Hart, Peyton Hinton, Samantha Purnell, Sarah Rappe and Olivia Roemer. Coach: Jonathan Hart. / "'D AGNR RAT S' 2BR/2BA Key-West style ; ':.i.: .f. home with mother-in-law '. : .suite. Large, fenced yard. '^ '7, Boat dock privileges. $895,000. Great investment opportunity. Condo ^.* conversion, on-site ,---- management. Turnkey fur- Id BplaC 3! nished. 3BR/2BA $757,300 and 2BR/2BA, $555,300. 1 wwwannamariabe achcolages.com. MlnJone 'n -. -. ~0 ~ Realtor SALE-S &VACATION RENTALS .520 Guf Dive Holes eac, F Pardis~eaty~om 9$00237225 ('~twsd -Ng i~M lXUrY Pnjw~tlc'*Pd flrmisjse fii'~ih Cfltt~gL Pr#k IceswIJiial 4.70l0pe r swr o Caall Toll Free 877-778-6066 or visit %mwislandreal.corn today! LISlAND R[EAD'Y TO MAKE YOUR MOVE? CALL THE ISLANDERS, CHRIS & JOHN ELE(CmWT MODERN To'A-NHOME \\ .ET OF Gi.-iL DkF i This magnificent townhome offers luxurious appointments in an elegant, 3BR/3BA resi- dence in just over 1,800 sf. A fabulous porcelain-tile rooftop entertainment level provides a 270 degree panorama with spectacular Gulf vistas. There are G A b '., r,r,:'n duI Iri' and dining areas as well. Gourmet chefs will adore the custom, solid wood cherry cabi- nets and the tile countertop with top-of-the-line appliances. Everything awaits the most discriminating owner;, elevator, hurricane protection, two-car garage, even a beautifully planted courtyard with a key lime tree. This isTHE pied-a-terre at the beach for the world traveler $1,279,000. Call the Islanders, Chris and John, at (941) 778-6066. B-6 0 NOV. 23. 2005 U THE ISLANDER 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. SNo closing cost home equity lines of credit. 100% purchase money mortgages. Residential and commercial mortgages. Private money available for those hard-to-place loans. mu"- (941) 779-2113 502 72nd Street Holmes Beach 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 throughout both units and updated bathrooms. Great invest- ment. New air handler in 3BR. $615,000. Principals only, call 807-5626 or 735-5375. Sandcastle Lonoominlums UITr Tront, J Deo, .GUIt to Bay braaenton Deacn .lIUD ~onoos, 2 bath, with pool, covered parking, & elevator. Townhomes & Flats available from $689,000- New,turnkey furnished. Priced $1,395,000- $1,895,000 II--I. Sr, ..r i C rb r.r, ru.c.:r, r. rI r a-. ,J C. ii, r. H h : m.: r- H : I r.,. I i .: h E u b.- f.:., N h -,I[ tilc .: 1. rc H t E irh F.- .:.j tE..- Inl.?i L, jr, H .:. rc j r, F I.: r,. BL;lli I.. Q LLINCj, Rl :L-TINC V1 CAN HEhLP VIEWS OF THE BAY AND ROD & REEL \j w' .. u north end location on North Bay Blvd. Srj.-itledj between beautiful Bean Point and b..Ii,'nt Park. Offered at $735,000. Call SSrrnpranie Bell, Broker. (941) 920-5156. L[.S.=515508 s0P1 GREAT LOCATION. GREAT BEACH ACCESS! 0tfl0' Anna Maria Village. Short stroll to the beach. Listed at $745,000. Call Frank Migliore 1 778-2307 or Stephanie Bell .920-5156. MLS#513240. SAATTENTION WATERFRONT INVESTORS! The Tarpon Lodge on Terra Ceia Bay. 1.3 ~ acres with direct access to bay and over 355 feet on the water. Asking price $1,400,000. S- For specifics call Stephanie Bell, Broker 920-5156. MLS#514229. VALAIIr.I NIPI1eIIIazILk- IpIme SKY Sothebys INTERN TIONaL REM TY Terry Haves-Agent (941)366-8777 I .I I I,, -,. -,, ,-,I ,- ,- B SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1970 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. CENTRAL LOCATION IN ANNA MARIA .- Completely renovated throughout, beautiful tongue- "'- i" and-groove cathedral ceilings, great attention to detail, large garage with room for water toys! ""$765,500. : -' 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. LONGBOAT KEY CANALFRONT Elevated 3BR/2BA home with wonderful open- beam ceilings, new flooring, new dock, short walk tothe beach, botanical park and restaurant. Hurry! $779,000. The fibsten ea A-Team HeatherAbsten, PA. PROFESSIONREA.LTORS. JenniferAbsten, P.A. -:: 941-80- 4661. I.OSL RE 94- 345-7002 -HeatherAbstengYdaoom FESSiONA LTS Je nniferAbsten(msn.com ... '-,1 ; -,' .. -- ....~ REAL ESTATE S OF tX':A. MiIARIA ISLAND, INC. 6101 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 MARIANNE CORRELL 941-778-6066 1-877-778-6066 cell 941-725-7799 REALTOR The Big Picture. It's All About the Real Estate. ISLAND LIVING Short walk to the beach, nice 2BR/2BA, one-car garage and room for a pool. $659,000. " ,^y^ .. :. SUN PLAZA WEST CONDO Steps to the beach. 2BR/2BA fumished. Pool, tennis, spa and elevator. $659,000. j~ TIFFANY PLACE CONDO. Remodeled and very beautiful. View of the Gulf from patio and the master bedroom. $810,000. 6 3 ,.. NEW CONSTRUCTION 2,200 sf of living space, pool and elevator. Call for more details. $890,000. BEAUTIFUL 4BR/3BA HOME on North Shore Drive, with view of Tampa Bay. Brazil- ian Teak hardwood floors and granite coun- ters. The beach is steps away. $1,200,000. NORTH POINT HARBOR: Beautiful 3BR/2.5BA pool home. On canal with dock and boat lift. $1,425,000. Call Marianne, a top producer at Island Real Estate HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL! OPEN HOUSE 603 & 605 North Point Drive North Point Harbour 1-3pm Sat.- Nov. 26 Noon-3pm Sun. Nov. 27 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA 1.S SunCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com MLS '.--:::1...I.-I ;.:r-~~-- _-.I r. simply the Best large lot for expansion or pool. $849,000. J :.......... FABUKEY ROYALE Faces bayou. Remodeled 3BR/2BA,with tile throughout, new carpet in bedrooms, new appli- ances, new kitchen and bathrooms. Canal end. Very large lot for expansion or pool. $849,000. spectacular views of Gulf, dunes and seaoats. Very large 2BR/3BA,.2,400 sf. I. %.~p i, CUTE AS A BUTTON Remodeled 2BR/2BA. Short walk to beach. Tile floors throughout, large living room and heated pool. $665,000. .- ,i. CORTEZ VILLAGE Adorable cottage located in historic fishing village. Hardwood floors. Large garage/workshop. Rarely available ... don't delay! $335,000. ""' ^ ^" r .-' '... %.: -... ., -.. GREAT LOCATION five minutes to the beach. 55-plus park where you own the land. "Triple-Wide" 2BR/2BA. Large enclosed lanai. A lot for the money $120 000 - CANALFRONT VILLA WITH BOAT DOCK Comfortably furnished and ready to move into or-rent out. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, tennis and library. $399,000. BAYFRONT Large 2BR 2BA with rmothei-i-il-la.:v apartment. New dock and sailboat water. Zoned duplex. Over 10,000 sf. $1,275,000: S HUGE TWO FAMILY S* "Wonderful floor plan. ^ 4 E~p ~ Almost 3,000 sf. S2BR/2BA each floor. l Views of Gulf and bay. _n Large verandas for sipping mint juleps. Enjoy as is or convert to large single family in a great neighbor- hood. $699,000. M ike s800-367-1617 Norm an `;-^ s1 941-778-6696 Norman 310i GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH www.mikenormanrealty.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. t . r 4 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. 1 1-6 .I .::. .,- ,"-3. ..... ..;-. .. : INVESTOR ALERT! 1,28 72i, i duple: llo, win Ihn- t,,:nu- ,:-t . recently renovated duplex. Don't miss this one! 6BR/4BA and plenty of room for TWO pools! Call today for more details! $799,000. i ,' '1 i ,i :*; .-' ' MOVE RIGHT IN Enjoy Island living in this beautifully remodeled home located iri Anna Maria. Granite counter tops, wood floors brand new carpet .i:,.. righ in $765.000 GREAT TWO FAMILY vacation home/duplex with heated pool! 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. * '. I STEPS TO THE BEACH! Spacious 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished condo. Heated pool, rooftop sundeck with great views, excellent rental history with no rental restrictions! A must see. $599,000. THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23. 2005 B-7 ANNA MARIA S ISLAND SuiinCoas REAL ESTATE LLC HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 3BR/2BA. Updated home just steps to prime beach. Split-plan, Corian, new windows, baths and kitchen. Large, heated, caged pool. $1,295,000. ANNA MARIA GULFFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA in Anna Maria city. Miles of beautiful walk- ing beach. Gulf side deck and gazebo. Riparian rights. Area of renewal and new housing. View of Gulf, bay, Egmont Key and Skyway bridge. $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. $997,500. HOLMES BEACH GULFFRONT HOME Gorgeous home with incomparable Gulf views. Reno- vated. Large GULFFRONT lot. Inground pool, deck- ing, beautifully landscaped, fruit trees. Spectacular! $4,450,000. PERICO ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished. Close to Island beaches. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse/fitness room. Carport. Short drive to shopping and restaurants. $359,000. LAKESIDE VILLAGE GREEN VILLA 2BR/2BA large, Village Green condo. Lovely view of lake, beautiful birds. Close to gazebo, pavilion and pool. Quiet, residential area. $399,000. KEY ROYALE CANALFRONT 3BR/3BA home with direct access to Tampa Bay. Ren- ovated kitchen, master suite opens onto large, caged pool Low maintenance yard, fruit trees, dock, tile roof. $895,000. NORTH POINT HARBOUR 2BR/2BA Canal home. New seawall.Dock, boat lift. Direct access to Intracoastal waterway. Vaulted ceil- ing, eat-in kitchen; ceramic tile, community pool and tennis. $1,249,000. 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 North Point Harbour. Lap pool, waterfall and hot tub. New seawall, dock, fruit trees, vaulted ceiling, deck, French doors. Multi-car garage. $1,249.000. 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. Hurricane film, two-car garage/reinforced door. $1,975,000. GULFFRONT HOME & GUEST COTTAGE 3BR/2.5BA and 1BR/1BA guest house. Secluded, on one of Anna Maria's finest beaches. Nicely ren- ovated, furnished, vaulted ceiling. French doors, fireplace,security shutters, garage. $3,650,000. SUN PLAZA WEST CONDO 2BR/2BA Turnkey furnished corner unit. Gulf view. Secured entry, pool, tennis. Beautiful white sand beach. Close to shopping and restaurants. $729,000. GULFFRONT HOLMES BEACH CONDO 1BR/1.5BA seaside beach house condo. Turnkey fur- nished. Sautillo tile. Gorgeous view of the Gulf. Beau- tiful beach. Excellent rental. $799,900. 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 SMi SuiiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive iHjolmes BeachI 'Foradsa 3.42 17* su a1trtfc.cqm^ B-8 M NOV. 23. 2005 TIHE ISLANDER HENRY LINK: FIVE-piece living room set. White-wash wicker with pastel floral cushions. $800. (941) 778-9691. WOODEN DINING TABLE with green legs, four matching chairs, upholstered seats, nice, $250. Bedroom set, king headboard, two night stands, nine-drawer dresser, mirror, white-washed. Like new, $400. Small rattan table with round glass top and two chairs. $80. Call (941) 778-3231. DICKENS VILLAGE, DEPT 56 assorted porcelain pieces in original boxes, ideal for collectors or Christmas gifts. Various prices. Call (941) 779 1009 or (941) 773 4757. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and pur- chase 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 Condomini- ums" 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. AMI KIWANIS CLUB fruit sale. Mail-order, just in time for the holidays. $31-$46 for a bushel of navels, red grape- fruit, tangelos and more. And no shipping fee. Call to order or to receive an order form. (941) 778-3411. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tuesday, Thursday, 9am-noon Saturday. Xmas decorations and sale racks. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. MULTI-FAMILY YARD sale: 8am-2pm. Saturday, Nov.26. Furniture, household items, lots of plants. 505 69th St. Holmes Beach. ESTATE SALE: 9am-2pm, Saturday, Nov 26. Armand Mar- seilles 22" doll. 1900s oak corner cupboard, six chairs, round dining table, commode, chest and dresser, pine wash stand, 1920s telephone table and wardrobe, sad irons, Scottie items, oil lamps, fishing gear, coffee and end table set. Small entertainment center, TV, stereo, grill, bells, lamps, prints, pewter, stemware, set of dishes, men's jewelry, clothes dryer, yard tools, linens and kitchen. Sale by Julie McClure. 608 North Shore Dr., Anna Maria. YARD SALE: 8am-4pm, Saturday, Nov. 26. 715 Holly Road. Anna Maria. GARAGE SALE: Four families with great taste! 8am, Saturday, Nov. 26. Adult and children's clothes, toys, Christmas. 306 63rd St., Holmes Beach. TWO LARGE FLEA MARKETS: 8AM-4PM, Saturday. Niki's Gifts and Islander Market Antiques, 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, next to Time Saver, across from Martinique. Essence of Time Antiques, corner of Gulf Drive and Holmes Boulevard, Holmes Beach.Tons of collectibles, jewelry, furniture, antiques, glassware, art, books, bric-brac, fun stuff. Think Xmas. BACK STREET BASH: Outdoor sale. Holmes Boulevard and Gulf Drive. Holmes Beach. Old and new stuff. Furniture, linens, jewelry. Bargain prices. 9am -? Saturday, Nov. 26. LOST WATCH: Sentimental. Black alligator band with gold bezel. Lost between funeral home and Island Shopping Center. Reward. (941) 778-7642. RON'S SURF KAYAKING School: Free introductory lesson for rolling and playing in the surf. Call 778-4123. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call (941) 807-1734 or visit www.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. REWARD FOR information in the Waterfront Restaurant 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 Islander or call (941) 518-4431 for more information. FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Just for the asking. Cour- tesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Com- mission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guardian ad. litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court.to repre- sent and advocate for the best interest of children who have been abused, abandoned 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, orange- and-white tiger, calico. Have been tested/shots/spayed/ microchipped, locally fostered. Only $35 to good home. Julie, (941) 720-1411. HEAVY-DUTY MOTORCYCLE trailer. $550. (941) 778-3897. 1993 MAZDA MX-5 Miata. $81,000 miles. $4,800. (941) 778-3897. 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. 1992 BAYLINER 26-foot deck boat. All safety equip- ment. New Bimini. 175-hp Mercury. Power trim, slip available on Anna Maria Island. $9,250. (720) 940-6761 or (941) 778-2951. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the char- ter 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. BUSY BISTRO hiring full- or part-time hostess and servers for lunch, Sunday brunch and dinner. Wednes- day-Sunday. Sous chef, prep person and dishwasher needed, will train. Apply to Chef Damon, 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or call (941) 778-5320. HAIR STYLIST NEEDED: Booth rental $120/week. Close to beach on Cortez Road. Please call 761-8410 or 730-9906. OFFICE POSITION FOR busy electrical contracting company. Buying, inventory and billing experience required. Knowledge of electrical parts a plus. Multi- tasking. Call (941) 778-4454. f woo SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 *(941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 .g THpp RNKSWVINI o t ~ m n o T < > ^ L a r ~~ ATTENTION BOATERS! CHOICE CAN FRONT RESIDE ypyp *s -a This recently refurbished 3BR'2BA waterfront re- |., idence offers a preferred split bedroom design i and spacious floor plan complimented by beault- ':.' ... fully tiled new floors. The updated kitchen has new ..' maple cabinets, almond colored appliances, and ' a handy breakfast bar. Sliding glass doors open onto a breezy and spacious waterside lanai.There is a seawalled canal with boat doc direct bay and Gulf access with no bridges! Other amenities include a bright, southerly sprinkler system, citrus tree and a new heat pump. Drop anchor here for only $839,0 spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances,. breakfast bar, and sunny Florida room with built-in '." cabinets. Other features include a formal dining I .' *'. S area, textured ceilings, Die-top vanities, and a sunny patio with plenty of room for a. pool. There is a sprinkler system, and lus landscaping. Best of all, the sparkling Gulf of Mexico is only a short stroll awa away at the secluded north end, this choice property is priced at $799,900, furnish Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com N ! AL- ENCE k, offering exposure, 00. LY D ME ;h tropical y! Tucked ed. Hurry! ww r m p I I ISLN BS BUs '1 : OLD FLORIDA CHARM This bay side cottage is e one office original fishing cottages on one lot from ail 1920s. Just steps to the citypier. Well-maintained ILI .3 andcompletely furnished. FAI 7, 10-M Don'tnmiss the last chance to own on Anna Maria. Offered exclusively by I W Green Real Estate for $399,000. s JUST REDUCED! NORTH LONGBOAT KEY R" rarely available condo. 2BR/2BA, west of Gulf of Mexico Drive and just a short stroll to beautiful Gulf"beach! JUST REDUCED! $439,000. HOLMES BEACH COMPOUND ,. _.: :. Two duplexes on separate lots in Holmes beach, just two blocks to the gulf. Many possibilities here! Each duplex has it's own St .tax deed and could be S'. sold separately by the new owner. Offered at $1,100,000 That's just $550,000 a duplex! Ken Jackson 778-6986 Kathy Geeraerts 778-0072 C i-ii 0 re e ni Maureen Dahms 778-0542 *Marilyn Klemish, 778-7627 REAL ESTATE Kate Eiseler, 778-5115 L j OF ANNA MARIA 941 778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria www.greenreal.com " ` i r- ABoitanical Just visiting paradise? The Islander SINCE 1992 Don't leave the Island without taking time to subscribe. You'll get ALL the best news, delivered by the mailman every week. It's almost as good as a letter from home! Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes each or call 941-778-7978. Online edition: www.islancder.org liZ'- ~ iY~~. U-d b and Water Wonderland IThis end unit is the largest home lfor sale in Perico Boy Club. Features include two tiled lanais; wood burn- -ing fireplace and fishing in your backyard! You'll enjoy the pool, tennis -courts, bike paths, shuffle ,- board and club house i i this gated community-. Only 2 miles from S~.~( -. the beach,$S449,900. il iCall Ernie Vota GuIs tream i: RFIRat Realtor (941) 228-7 Seasonal Rentals For 2006 VILLAGE GREEN HOME Near 75th and COUNTRY VILLAGE CONDO 55+ Manatee Ave West. 3BR/2BA with POOL! Community off 75th St. 2BRi2BA with lanai. $3,000 month 1 month min. $1700 month. Nov-Jan 15. Call Judy karkhoff, Realtor 941-778-7777 866-266-9911 I'isit us at i'w\\.i .ltinL. irea.xgulJtreL'ai.com ,* i ,/CAA^ Gulfstream RJOMF Realty F . THE ISLANDER U NOV. 2:3. 2005 13B49 OPEN HOUSE 124-*SUNDAY 129 52ND ST. HOlMESBEACH -. ? -~..- .._. 11._-.-.: I zk ONE BLOCK FROM BEACHES AND SHOPPING Entertain or relax on upper deck itat dve6 . looks this huge -ot also offering room for a-f pool, boat, and RV Nicely upgraded through out, This 4BR/2BA split plan sits above you recreational/work space and has a fantastic four-car garage to store the toys : and more. MLS# 513452.- . $925,000. . 9 7Call isa fHeim er2f- % (941 72-4704 v 00- -- a'UL:F 3 tG DRIVE* HOLMES BEACH, FL 34217 IAN L onynumb eryu need to know for property sales and vocation tentfos on nna maria island is now... VAC AT i i 778.1000 *TOLL FREE: 800,78.9599 Vrv A IOrxB CAI 77C 17B.ft- PROPERTIES, ULC LiAeUl f I.// %).Ir n O iicaflsod Pool 1.01e. Sir oi'fo'ltr Aarl Caronf11 Gulf Cabins Condo. 2BR/2BA turnkey with direct beach view Condo-with heated pool and private tropical landscaped back ydrd. Offered at $949,000. Contact Mel Neely 809-5565 for aeloils. Sunset Terrace Condo. I E1P plus special sleeping room Turnkey furnished, direct beach front, condo with heated pool ilnere, al S720 000 Corioci Mel 1el ly 809-5565 or Ed Kir 737-6320 Gul sunsels from this Bradenton Beach duplex. 2BP 2BA over a 1BR/1BA with second bedroom possible. Updated, new deck, i00 leel io Deocri. Onered oi 3538 000 Contact Ted Schlegel 518-6117 or Barry Gould 448-5500. One house back from boy in Brodenton Beach. Hola or lear do,:,n Adoable, totally renovated Bradenton Beach duplex, two bic,:E' and build your dream house with bay views. 50 x 100 lot to beach. 2BR/2BA plus 1BR/1 BA. Beautifully landscaped with street access from east and west. Small noij.e rnow wir with large water feature. Turnkey furnished, Offered at annual tenant. Offered at $595,000. Contact Barry Gould $688,000. Contact Ted Schlegel 518-6117 or Barry Gould 448-5500 or Tedl Sr rigel 518-6i 17. 448-5500. Beach House ResortCondo. Oirec Gull irorir toally renovaled Ultra Luxury Condo Villas at brand new Palm Gables. Only two I BP BA near everything in Broderilon Beacn Spa. pool Ier ODIrec y on Holrres Beocr Both are 3BR/3.5BA. One ground lurrnkee rurnrised Onered ol r 53 000 Contcii Tea Scrilegel level with.massive beach front patio near heated pool offered at 518-6117 or Barry Gould 448-5500 $2,700,000 and one, first floor up, south end unit with wrap around decks offered at $1,950,000. Secure garage parking. www.palmgables.com. Contact Barry Gould 448-5500 or Ted Schlgel 518-6117. Siam Garden Resort Condos in Anna Mana. Severoi unis ieN NEWUSLNG!Tropical Sunset n HolmesBeach. 1.400s.2B 2BA starting at $210,000. Mostly 1BR/IBA units with outstanding condowih gorgousGuiewfromliving room anddosedinscreened income history. One 2BR/1 BA left. On-site rental office. Huge lanai. PnoramicGulfandbayviewsfromlargerooFopdeck,bealfully heated pool surrounded by lush gardens. 200 feettoWatertront turneyfurmishedwitheaHin ichen,spaiodusdiing oom, largeheale Restaurant and Jampa Bay. www islandresortcondos.com. pool and covered parking fortwo cars. Ofeed at $749,900. Contact ContactBarry Gould 448-5500 or Ted Schlegel 518-6117. 'Barry Gould 448-5500 orTed Schgel 518-6117. ia iT.U *. M *- a. I 4 L. , . .. .~ ~ -. . A I .-10 0 NOV. 23. 2005 M THE ISLANDER LWW W WD 'A EeHB HELP WA~hib ---.SERVICES Continued' ALL KITCHEN POSITIONS: Sous chef, prep, dishwasher -- 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 Library. Duties include checking books in/out, reshelving, and generally assist- ing library patrons. Call Eveann Adams, (941) 779-1208. SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and inter- mediates. 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. Great with animals and kids. Call Kendall, (941) 779-9783. WANT AN IRISH baby-sitter? Responsible, experi- - enced 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 residence. 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. Mike Norman Realty INC 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 (941) 778-6696 Office Kathy Caserta (941) 778-4364 Fax Realtor, GRI, CRS 1-800-367-1617 Toll-Free Realtor, (941) 778-6943 Home S(941) 704-2023 Cell Y our Island '" Getaway! S ',. 2BR.1BA. Iglht, .:'-:.. brir, b a l, wonderful 0L. .. .+ *: ..r A Quile park 4I settin,, bOt ac(:edss. Fish, sunbathe, dine or shop nearby. Paradise is yours now! Two-week minimum rentals. $425,000. Call Laura McGeary ' E 941-704-3708 Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, Inc MLS i hidden Lake Condo ,r " Brand new! Move in now! No long construction wait. Beautifully appointed large 2BR on lake near pool. $347,000. Call Bobye Chasey, Chasey Realty. 941-713-1277 DUPLEX One block to beach. 1 BR/1 BA each side. Remodeled 2004. $599,000. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor, 737-0915, or Michel Cerene, .,broker 545-9591 evenings. 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 sie: wwiA.smithreallors.com BABYSITTING, RED Cross first-aid and babysitter cer- tified. 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. AFFORDABLE "ALTERNATIVE" HEALTH care. Many home remedies that really work. Stress relief, flu relief, muscle aches, etc. The Aromaporium Bradenton Outlet Mall. West Manatee Avenue. (941)483-3935. Since 1998. www.aromaporium.dhsdistributors.com. MAN WITH SHOVEL Plantings, natives, patio gardens, trim- ming, clean-up, edgings, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. 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. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private les- sons. 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. P~w' .MaurAe *r .,. I ';' Dahms Realtor 941-778-0455 REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA ,A V iremenreal ,:n:'m Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 ', J-J * ,.. green REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com 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! A great value at $599,000. Call Jesse Brisson Broker Associate, GRI (941) 713-4755 CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Expe- rienced certified technician for communication elec- tronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and training. Call Robert, (941) 778-3620. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free esti- mates. License #CGCO61519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. CALL DAN'S RESCREEN for your free estimate today. Affordable rates, quality work guaranteed. Pool cages, lanais, windows, doors. Call (941) 713-5333. SANDY'S CLEANING SERVICE: Exceptional cleaning and decorating island references available. For unbeat- able service, call 798-9484. CLEANING BY HELENE: Honest, reliable. Excellent references. Reasonable rates. Free estimates, call (941) 730-4477. APPLIANCE & AC DOCTORS: We repair air condition- ers, refrigerator, washer/dryer, oven, garbage disposal, other household items. Honest, dependable. 20-plus years experience. (941) 650-9293. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. Island Heore Loeas AnnA Mairi LorboniLit keLf Refinance wilh large cash ouls Featuring fasi Irack/ bi-weekly payments SLoans wih option arms j ^^' -choice ol payment S" : Fas and inexpensive 0 Foreign Nationals - No credit required Boby Ediiing't i' Anna Maria Island Resident (941) 744-6906 WO RL . F'..- ,'.r,' .I I.. ,,-,T *, r, 1,.-. ,: 1 1 H .I_,' I. *1. i.-'. rl. H: I ,i," ,' i .... 1 l 'h. ., .. : . . . NEW GULFFRONT USING ~ .S.--. Sp cious waterfronncondo in beia-. I Hh tirully milntalrned coampleKwithf Iwo Iil pools, r;ght on fthe beochi Slep- ii:.; ^Jll'' o t ,.y. our yo r door for a stroll! Open- "" floor plan ,vrih lots of sunlighf and windowsws 2B '2B, plus unility room and undercover parking Quiet compile ,,el ..:loe r restaurant anrd shopping' $890 000 Call Sue Carlson I' 941-720-2242 An Island Place Realry 411 Pine Ave Anna Maria S"TotcZZy In fact, we're global times 1,400 plus! More than 1,400 PAID subscribers receive The Islander.out .of town, out of state and out of the- United States. We go to Alaska, England, Germany, Canada, Hawaii and nearly all points in between. These news-hungry subscribers can't wait to get their hands on "the best news on Anna Maria Island." The Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 941 778-7978 email: news@islander.:rg- plral Maureen THE1ISL M NOIVLi U \232 005 U 13=11 A U ND I ; n I ED SEVCS otnudSRVCSttiiud ADCAIGCotne PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete com- puter solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wireless services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, (941) 778-5708, or cell (216) 509-1945. MR. BILLS HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in construction trades. "I'm handy to have around." (941) 778-4561. RANDY'S REMODELING SERVICE: Carpentry, drywall, fin- ishing, windows, door installation, texture. (941) 320-2506. TWO DUDES with tools: Tile, trim, cabinets, painting, drywall, glass block, brick, stonework and more! Many references. Call now! (941) 812-4269 or 448-6961. SCOTT'S HELPING HANDS: Handyman service. How may I help you? 306-9767. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 792-0160. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. 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 appoint- ment, (941) 795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years expe- rience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, (941) 704-6719. RANDY'S REMODELING SERVICE: Carpentry, dry- wall, finishing, windows, door installation, texture. (941) 320-2506. Ready to Build? You would want a good set o-f plans! Suncoast Residential Design Quick Service Fair Prices Excellent Work Additions are our specialty 25 years experience 448'-5602 MARKEY REALTY & ASSOCIATES COLLEGE GRADUATE MOTHER: Language, Span- ish. Will teach conversational or advanced Spanish to groups or individuals at home or your choice of location. Recently retired, reasonable rates. Call (941) 778-2215 for appointment. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and com- mercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, 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. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Top quality lawn and land- scape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call (941) 778-2335 or 284-1568. HOLMES LAWN MAINTENANCE: Servicing your total lawn, site clean up, tree work, palm trees. Call us today! (941) 812-9146 or (941) 812-3583. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and installa- tion. Huge selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Irriga- tion. Everything Under the Sun Garden Centre, 5704 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4441. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. 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. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Installs, clean-ups, shell, rock, palms, aquascapes, tree work. Truck for hire, move anything. Shark Mark (941) 727-5066. 220' of ICW Waterfront - .-*. , "*._ "-- 40-foot dock. pool. Jacuz. 1,900.t sr noT-aed. f~-ep.i. \i-rypri'ate comer double lot. GolM Key Reat. 1,5.95,000. 778-7459 FOR SALE BY OWNER ""V -4. POPULAR NORTH BEACH VILLAGE with its unique park-like setting and open airy floor plan. Two-car attached garage with large utility room. Two decks, plus nice screened porch: Unit #52 turnkey furnished. Offered at $695,000. CALL JOHN ZIRZOW 778-9171 OFFICE 753-1620 Real Estae Agents For Today's Market ; .jr < -i .. ...: -: ..* e ; ' , i ",, ~'i . i : ... i., : 2511 Avenue C Perfect duplex for investors or live in oneyourself. One block from beach, 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. iiF PrudentiallP Maggie Hutter & Jo Rutstein Realtors 941-552-1358 Jo: 941-587-9156 Maggie: 941 -780-9888 wwvv.hurterandrulstein.com h ,,' ,,1', q ..I... I h,,,h ,,I Ihh. ,I h ,, I I. ',1 ,I I .,, I ,. .';'- : . 2BR/1.5BA with new roof and deck, Italian tile throughout. $429,000. Realtors welcome. rainerscheer@yahoo.com-to request photos Cell (941) 448-0995. Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help you get the home of your dreams. SCompetitive rates. I Local experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. vIUp-front approval* atthe time of application. IfAs little as no-to-low down payment options available to make qualifying easier. i Loan amounts to $6 million. 'I Construction financing available. Pam Voorhees Home Loan Consultant 401 Manatee Ave.W. Holmes Beach pamvoorhees@countrywide.com www.pamvoorhees.com MCountry wide i HOME LOANS (941) 586-8079 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER 2003 COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. TRADE/SERVICE MARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND/OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES. ADD APPROPRIATE STATE, LEGAL. UP-FRONT APPROVAL SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PROPERTY.REVIEW AND NO CHANGE IN Fi, tC;,.T-rErTq '_'E -T ;. r7 "I;'2 E v' : m. r' -, -r'T PnIr? 1.inr 1i11ri.1r15 NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30-years experience. (941)_ 729-9381. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/ exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island refer- ences. 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 estimates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at (941) 778-1730.-, CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island service since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying back flow at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) (941) 778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, (941) 726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free esti- mates. License #CGCO61519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. Insured. 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 Cover-- ings. (941) 792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing and tree trimming. Call (941) 778-6170 or 447-2198. DiaUmon' ShoresRealty-Inc nlflj Tices^'Ra Ett Boe AMY GORDAN SREALTOR * Dedicated to service * Expertise in renovation and rehabilitation properties. * Island, waterfront and mramlifahda ~noinlit artea vera yie specaIILst. "'v' The JEWEL of Gulf Coast Real Estate Contact Amy for all of your g' REAL ESTATE needs! 41-779-1811 151GufDiveNoth-.rdeto Bah~ This Thanksgiving, let us pause to remem- ber those who lost homes which were filled with memories of family and friends whom they may have also lost this memo-, rable year. Hope your joys and blessings" will be many through this year. Happy Thanksgiving . f '' u .i' j~t~s~ip .. 1 ft~I;_ ~i :-ic ci ~. f4~+'fb B-1 2 NOV. 23. 2005 0 THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy's Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of Service Quality & Dependable Service. rCall us for your landscape 778e 345 and hardscape needs. j3Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows SSteven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 TWAGNER REALTY N 2217 CULF DIIVLE NORTI1 BRADENTON BEACH., L 34217 IHA OLD SMALL REALTOR ., Office: (941) 778-2246 792- 8628 E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com . U SA FENCE KINDSALL Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172 941- 752 0-=x:- 93 3 ISLAND LUMBER N HARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 Isl[rd Hene Ltos'' $350 (ouropc Irwards dosing csts I Ct All elans I I* Refinance cash ouls * Purchase * Fast and inexpensive * Confidential & private I-,Bobby Edington (941) 744-6906 1ST EQUITY/WORLD SAVINGS ,WORLD SAVINGS r.- ,r : r :. r' I wecW.ISLRNTOD ORG WWWI.ISLANBER.ORG TNT ROOFING REROOF SPECIALISTS TILE METAL SHINGLE FLAT FREE 6 yr. Maintenance Program 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Experienced in: ALL REPAIR TYPES 941 -GGG6-OOF 941-556-7663- 727-341-1600 FREE ESTIMATES Licensed & Insured (Lic. #CCC1325742) -o We service all makes/Flat rate pricing * Free replacement estimates * Indoor air quality-UV, Hepa, Duct sanitizing SMaintenance .(941) 746-4191 "_ OCEAN-AIRE CONDITIONING, INC. iS 12 CAC1814449 : ... _. : . Anyone can take A prfsio l Bicur( e .0 creates a portrait. : . ELKA /jPHOTOGRAPHICS -. ,- -~9,:.7.,.7.1 S941-o'78-2lI *.l :.; www.jackelka. coin.' -------- WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Life- time warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in-home consultation. Island references, 15 years experience. (941) 778-3526 or 730-0516. TOM'S WINDOWS/Metro Home Supply Inc. Profes- sional-grade doors, windows, hurricane protection, siding, soffits. Sales, service, repair. Visa/MasterCard. (941) 359-3799. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpenter. Call 518-3316.or 778-6898. HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE: Bill MacCaugh- ern. Repairs, renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, decks. Masonry, tile. 30 years experience. 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. Wede- brock 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, 1BR/1BA 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 commu- nity, fully equipped 1BR/1BA beachhouse with great- room 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, 1BR/1BA, $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. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1 BR/1 BA or 2BR/1 BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restau- rants. (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. SEASONAL RENTAL: Brand new Bradenton Beach 3BR/3BA plus office, steps to beach. Balconies with ocean and bay views, elevator, 8-person Jacuzzi, granite counters, marble floors and baths, Jacuzzi in master, washer/dryer, designer furnished, fully equipped. One of the finest rentals on Island. $4800/ monthly 813-277-4336. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beauti- ful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates avail- able. Almost Beach Apartments, (941) 778-2374. SEASONAL FURNISHED new home in Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. (813) 251-9201. BRADENTON BEACH: Newly remodeled 1BR/1 BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three-tninute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. (941) 776-3696 or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. BEACH LIVING: SEASONAL, Furnished 2BR/2BA. Utilities included. Gulf views and large decks. (941) 505-1962. BAYVIEW TERRACE, Bradenton Beach: 2BR/1BA condo, second floor, completely furnished. Three- month minimum rental. (708) 562-1601. 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/1 BA on Intracoastal, boat dock, short walk to beach. Modern with large rooms. $1,000/month, first, last and deposit. (727) 784-3679. SEASONAL RENTAL: Villa-Nova, 2BR/2BA. Luxury duplex in Holmes Beach. Gulf view. Steps to beach. $800/week. $2,400/month. Available Nov. 1,2005, until Jan. 2, 2006. (941) 778-2307. 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 over- looking the Gulf. From $1,750/week with discounted monthly rate. Call Dave at (941) 720-0089. ANNUAL CONDO MARTINIQUE NORTH, fifth floor, 1 BR/1.5BA. Gulffront. Condo approval required. 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. 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. Washer/dryer on premises. $1,000/month. Utilities included. Please call (917) 842-5892 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available Saturdays only. ANNUAL RENTAL: PERICO Bay Club. 3BR/2BA villa, two-car garage, fresh paint, new carpet, small pet OK, heated pool/tennis/gated community. $1,700/month. Suncoast real estate, (941) 779-0202. www.suncoastinc.com. GULFFRONT DUPLEX: Second floor, 2BR/1 BA, newly updated, open floor-plan, 12-by-12 deck. Holmes Beach, close to shopping, restaurants, lush gardens. $900week, $3,200/month. (941) 778-0905. SEASONAL RENTAL: Available December, January, February, March and April. Cheerful, 1BR/1BA, non- smoking apartment. North-end Anna Maria Island. $1,700/month, plus tax. (941) 778-5445. SEASONAL, VACATION, Gulf beach apartments. Choice of one, two or three bedrooms. Fully equipped. Enclosed porch, sun deck, patio. Tropical setting: Owner, (941) 778-3143. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: Holmes Beach. Steps to beach,clean duplex-$1,200/month. (941) 725-0578 or (941) 794-2912. IMMACULATE 2BR/2BA CONDO in adult community, Bradenton. Half mile to Gulf, unit faces pool with canal view. Fully furnished, cable TV, full kitchen. Three- month minimum, $2,250/month, deposit required. (336) 210-7804 or (859) 653-8436. GULFFRONT CONDO, GROUND level, Breathtaking sun- sets. Furnished 2BR/1BA. Walk to restaurants, shops, gro- cery, trolley. Winter/spring dates available. $2,000/month/ $600/week. (813) 264-0639 or (352) 592-5870. SEASONAL, JANUARY, February and March. $1,500/month, plus tax. One-bedroom apartment, very nice. West of Gulf Drive. Anna Maria City. (941) 778-4499. 2BR/1BA, 1,500-sf house, two blocks from Holmes Beach. $700/week. (949) 813-4900. FOR RENT: Nice 2BR, furnished mobile home, gated community on creek. Bradenton Palms Mobile Home Park. Hot tub, pool, four-six month rental. $1,100/month. (863) 688-3524. Email: chickenplucker@webtv.net. ANNUAL RENTAL: DUPLEX, 2BR/2BA elevated with storage below. Large rooms, deck. $850/month. First, last, $1,000 security deposit. (941) 387-0817. SEASONAL: GORGEOUS, OCEANVIEW home. 5BR/3BA, fireplace, cable TV. One hundred yards from Gulf. Two scenic decks. Available January, 2006-April, 2006. $4,800/month. Call (813) 948-1267 or email kkl@tampabay.rr.com. IDEAL CONDO: 2BR/2BA, elevated, two lanais, turn- key furnished. Pool,.garage, near beach, near shops. $530,000. (941) 779-0853. WoLLn t. 1 Syndicated Content I Available from Commercial News Providers" - a A S S .1VI E D mmmwpm MIONSONIMMIN -- - I IMMACULATE 2BR/2BA CONDO in adult community, Bradenton. Half mile to Gulf, unit faces pool with canal view. Fully furnished, cable TV, full kitchen. Three- month minimum, $2,100/month, deposit required. (336) 210-7804 or (859) 653-8436. SEASONAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA in Anna Maria. Ele- vated, available December through April. Short block to beach. Washer, dryer, dishwasher. High ceiling living area. $2,000-$2,500. (813) 689-1880. SEASONAL RUNAWAY BAY: 1BR/1BA tastefully deco- rated, ground floor, washer/dryer, pool, tennis, golf clubs. November to Jan. 15, February, April. (941) 778-9378. VACATION RENTALS: Steps to beach, cottage style, full kitchen, living room, patio surrounded by tropical foliage. Daily/weekly/monthly. (941) 779-0798. www.annamariaislandhouse.com. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA single-family home in Holmes Beach, less than one block to beach. $1,500/month, furnished. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 788-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA single-family home with garage in quiet northwest Bradenton neighborhood. $1,300/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/3BA single-family home com- pletely remodeled, one-car garage. Close to college. $1,300/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. SEASONAL: GORGEOUS OCEAN view home. 5BR/3BA, fireplace, cable TV. One hundred yards from Gulf, two scenic decks. Available Jan-April, 2006. $4,800/month. Call (813) 948-1267 or e mail kkl@tampabay.rr.com. 600 SF OFFICE: $500/month. 900 sf office, garage, storage, two-10 foot overhead doors. $750/month. 8799 Cortez Road. 1-(800)952-1206. COLLEGE AREA: SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Annual lease, no pets. $1,200/month. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. PARKWAY VILLA: 2BR/2BA, carport. 55-plus, no pets. Annual. $625/month. Real Estate Mart. (941) 756-1090. 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, Realtor, Suncoast Real Estate, (941) 737-1420. WATERFRONT: SPECTACULAR VIEW from Shell Point condo, 2BR/2BA, turnkey furnished. Jean Holmes Realty, (941) 778-2644 or 730-7017. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $864,900. (941) 779-1512. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, RENOVATED 3BR/2BA Spanish- style home. Two-minute walk to beach. Fully furnished, 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 l - - - - r 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. Excali- bur Realty Inc. (941) 792-5566. KEY ROYALE/NORTH Point Harbor: Two homes, next door, in Island's finest community. 4BR/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 garage, 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. New Price!1.2 ACRES ON the Intracoastal in Port St. Joe, Fla. 2BR house. Three miles and you're in the Gulf by boat! $350,000. Best deal in Florida! (850) 827-2574. WATERFRONT: 3BR/2BA 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/1BA. Can rent weekly. Ground level. Gulf Drive at 71st Street, #205, A and B. Janet, (941) 538-0233, (941) 780-7283. jmccallie@tampabay.rr.com. Realty Executives Solutions. WESTBAY POINT AND Moorings: 2BR/2BA.Beautiful canalfront furnished condo. $469,000. Coldwell Banker, (941)725-4425. WATERFRONT ON TAMPA Bay: 3BR/2.5BA. 17,331 sf lot, 122-foot seawall, 88-foot new dock. Available imme- diately. $2.5 million. 651 Key Royale Dr. (941) 778-2589. DUPLEX, GROUND LEVEL: City of Anna Maria, near beach.2BR/1 BA each side, Turnkeyfurnished, Separatecar- ports, Great rental history. $729,900. Call (941) 778-4745. FIVE MINUTES TO beach. Perico Island, beautiful, designer patio home. 4BR/3BA, two-car garage, pool. $549,000. Agents welcome.. (941) 792-7828. ----------------- .HOW TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: NOON MONDAY EVERY WEEK for WEDNESDAY'S PAPER: Classified advertising must be paid in advance. We accept ads by fax with credit card information, 778-9392, at our Web site (secure server) www.islander.org, and by direct e-mail at classifieds@islander.org. Office hours: 9 to 5, Monday-Friday, (Saturday 10 to 2 as needed). CLASSIFIED RATES- BUSINESS OR INDIVIDUAL: Minimum rate is $1 Ofor up to 20 WORDS. Additional words: Each additional word over 20 is 500, Box: $3, One- or two-line headlines, line rate plus 250 perword. WE ACCEPT MASTERCARD AND VISA! You can charge your classified advertising in person or by phone. 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New floors, granite, appliances, electrical, plumbing. 525 67th St., $1,150,000. (941) 779-1058 or 1-800-757-7219. Agents welcome. 2/2 CANALFRONT HOME: Bradenton Beach. Beauti- ful views of Palma Sola Bay. Third house from Intra- coastal. Dock. Great opportunity at $690,000 "as is" or $750,000 after renovation. Call (813) 781-0842. 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. ON THE BEACH CONDO for sale: 2BR/2BA. Expansive gulf views every room, totally renovated.'You'll never want to leave'. Turnkey furnished, principals only, $985,000. Owner financing available. (717) 392-4048. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA, tiled, major upgrades, overlooking Palm Sola Bay, five minutes to beach. Quiet, gated entry. For sale by owner. (941) 794-8757. 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I'I, f aM7 MMLMMNI' otnue PERICO ISLAND: 1,170-sf, lovely 2BR2BA condo with great water view/porch. Hurricane shutters. Perfect renter in place until August 2006. $345,000. (941) 792-7828. '-ULFFRONT CONDO: ALL brand new, totally remodeled, turnkey furnished. Gorgeous view. 1BR/1BA, two pools. $575,000. Holmes Beach. (941) 795-5060. COMPLETELY RENOVATED ISLAND home, blocks from beach and local shopping. Fabulous pool! R-2 zoning. Call Barb at Old Florida Realty, (941)792-0902 or (941) 962-1298. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Beach getaway cabana. Bay view, boat slip available. Pines Trailer Park. 55-plus. $36,000. (941) 778-4820. SUNNY SHORES, Minutes to beaches! 2BR/2BA with ._arport. Totally remodeled. Shows like a model! Two miles to Coquina Beach. View of Palma Sola Bay. Com- munity boat ramp. Turnkey furnished. No deed restric- tions. Perfect winter retreat, seasonal rental, or full-time residence. $209,000. Chard Winheim, Horizon Realty, (941) 713-6743. OPEN SUNDAY: 1-5pm. Bradenton Beach condo. 2BR/2BA and loft with upgrades and boat slip. Unbe- lievable "must see.".Multi-million dollar Gulf and bay views. Offered under $1,000,000. 109 10th St. N., #121, Bradenton Beach. (941) 780-1482. * **** ** *** ***** ******4-****** SBAYVIEW DUPLEX! "a;- What a deal! This duplex * * : .-.:mes with lot across street * * .:-r. Sarasota Bay! Enjoy these * .:.:.en water views from your * .-.3BR/3BA duplex and rent out * * 1it.hu 1BR/1BA. Super location * * ,.t .: -' .:.r, quiet street with boat docks * S-. '" d some updating. Can be "* ', a gt" r-ngle family home 4BR/4BA .* : r remain duplex. Call for more * i'.i-. r inlo! Offered at: $969,000 * * ISLAND CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS * S Super.opportunity to own Island business! * Offered at: $199,500 & Inventory * * * * ", :" ., Deborah Thrasher .., , * iRE/MAX Excellence * .|(941)51,8-7738 " :* lII ( 941i383-9700 DebMThrash@aol * ** :*** **** '******************** *" ******* MOUNT VERNON SENIOR community. 2BR/2BA villa. Carport, lake view, canal dock available. $279,900. Owner open house, 1-4pm, Sunday. (941) 761-2266 or (218) 831-5689. FOR SALE: BRADENTON Beach condo. 1BR/1BA across from beach. Furnished, 55-plus, $329,000. Call (813)-996-2797 for more information. FOR SALE BY owner 2BR/2BA condo at Runaway Bay. Second- floor condo overlooks pond and close to beach. Newer air conditioning, water heater and appliances. Great rentals, on site management and. ready for you to furnish. Completely painted in July 2005.$405,000. George (312) 321-7501. FOR SALE BY'owner direct Gulffront condo at Club Bamboo South on Bradenton Beach! This condo is brand new and. has never been used! Professionally decorated, great rentals, pool and more. $500,000. George, (312) 321-7501. ONLINE SERVICE: Did you know you can place clas- sified ads and subscribe online with our secure server? Check it out at www.islander.org, where you can read Wednesday's classified at noon on Tuesday. I -. . B-. -- . EXPERIENCE REPLiTATION RESULTS HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX C-uI...e.- 2BR iB A eh.:h ide or -iB& 2"B. hou:.e Greo irin.eilmernt .3 1.'i i9'j I ANNA MARIA BAYVIEW 3 300 sf dBR A BA home .-mnh 600+ si master sulle plu home office Or 3BR. 3BA '..'ilh fl.e reor old guest quurlers $1 500 000 Feature Key Royale Canalfront Lot- Excluw..e $795 000 VACATION, SEASONAL & ANNUAL RENTALS 101 Palm- Ne .. Luxury' Gulffront V;]las Perico Isles- 3ER.'2BA c..rrmunir, pool clubhou.:e .er. yrealt7- @aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealeslale.com LONGBOAT KEY GULFFRONT complex 2BR/2BA condo at Sand Cay. Completely remodeled, profes- sionally decorated with everything new. Great view of pool, grounds and beach. Complex has on-site management, pool, tennis, shuffle, and more! Great investment or second home. $759,900. George, (312) 321-7501. FOR SALE: SUNBOW Bay on Anna Maria Island, condominium and marina. Rarely available! 2BR/2BA, completely renovated, turnkey furnished. $385,000. Call (941) 778-9684. 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. DOWNTOWN SARASOTA CONDO: "Central Park", large 2BR/2BA with water views. Other units priced about $425,000, liquidation sale-priced $389,000. (941) 807-5449. WATERFRONT, BEST BUY: Palma Sola Bay town- house 2BR/2BA, everything updated. Boat dock, heated pool. $379,000. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. VILLAGE GREEN: 2BR/2BA. A-one condition. Very nice. $299,000. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? You can read Wednesday's classified at noon Tuesday at www.islander.org. And it's FREE! Cindy MW Jones GRI, CRS, Sale Associate K2L%.JNCAN .. Real Estate, Inc. ... 779-0304 773-9770 .31.0 Pine Avenue .:*Annat1p , ,Gulf-Bay Realty Anna Maim Inc. / A wide variety of vacation rentals Jrom beachfront to bayfront and everything in between! "- .- - f'nll nnw fnr fnll snpr ciae SPECTACULAR CANAL HOME E'nii ;, our tropical palm oasis in this four-bedroom 2,600 sf h, :m- Features include granite, tj. ~ rune, fireplace, pool, large d' :k % ithliftanddirectaccessto Mn.jiee River with no bridges i: TjnmpaBay. $699,900. .En/jo short strolls to the beach and al that the sandd has to offer i' these charming beach bunga- _lows. Located 1Vest of/ Aar;a Dr/ie, these 3 B9R2 BA homes are situated close to the beach on a quiet and peacefulstreet in beautiful Holmes Beach. $695,000- S79s,000 Situated n the heart of Holmes Beach, these 3 B, 25 BA bungaloiws offer outstanding architectural detail both inside and out. Located I/ Vest of Gu// Drive these homes are one block from the i vh/e sandy beaches ofAnna Maria. $795,000- $845,000 A/l the above homes include the following upgrade detals.- Mletal/Roofs. Si vinmmng Pools, Hardwood F/oors Granie Countertops and Hardiboard Sidaig. COMPLETED NEW CONSTRUCTION Beautiful 3BR12.5BA beach bungalow with a classic coastal u i m design. Features granite, wood floors, front and back balco- Snies, pavers, pool and is located close to the beach. No detail i overlooked. $849,000. VIEWS OF SPRING LAKE Elevated 2BR/1.5BA single- familyvilla with enclosed garage |PO* and workshop below. Quiet Holmes Beach location with several tropical fruit trees and only two blocks to the beach. Terrific second home or invest- ment opportunity. $379,000. Kimberly Roehl, P.A. 941 447-9988 Investing in Property Leads to Opportuni ww- ichesan ,~lo 4- 4* 4 4- iaha lsa nde sco 4j~,~ ~~.4iA- TIHE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23. 2005 13-15 R ES CuR R I U .I eTEteRD, e E e M *1S S z z f~irfu^d d ASSISTED LIVING BUSINESS and real estate. Two houses on lake, great for live-in owner. Has nine beds, expandable. $725,000. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. BEST BUY LONGBOAT Key: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage. Incorporates carriagehouse with efficiency loft and private entrance. Fifteen-foot pole-beam ceilings, fireplace, hot tub. Bright and cheery. $739,000. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. NORTH CAROLINA GATED lakefront community 1.5 acres plus, 90 miles off shoreline. Never before offered with 20 percent pre-development discounts, 90 percent financing. Call (800)709-5253. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA. Escape the heat in the cool, beautiful, peaceful mountains of western North Carolina. Homes, cabins, acreage and invest- ments. Cherokee Mountain Realty GMAC Real Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainrealty.com. Call for free brochure (800) 841-5868. COASTAL SOUTHEAST GEORGIA Large wooded water-access, marsh-view, lake-front, and golf- oriented home sites from the mid- $70s. Live oaks, pool, tennis, golf. (877) 266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. SEASON CLOSE-OUT sale in the Tennessee Smok- ies. Gated, waterfront community, river front and mountain views available. Prices starting as low as $46,900. Final phase, limited lots. Call now! Ask about our lot/ home package. Buy direct from the devel- oper. Save thousands $$$$. (800) 559-3095, ext 327. www.riverscrest.com. MOUNTAIN, LAKE AND VACATION properties avail- able in northeast Georgia and Western North Carolina. Contact Exit Realty, (877) 203-5151. www.exitng.com. EAST ALABAMA MOUNTAIN property for sale. One hour west of Atlanta in Piedmont, Ala.. Great for enjoyment or investment.19.5 acres, $6,142 down, $510/monthly. Information call Glenn, (850) 545-4928. ESCAPE TO YELLOW top mountain, western North Carolina. Easy access, paved roads, privacy, gated. Awesome views! Acreage with creeks and log cabin shell from $89,900. Financing available: (828) 247-0081. UNIQUE 6,000 sf Lake Lanier home, private, two acre, 325 feet on lake, exquisite gardens, waterfalls, boat dock, 50 miles northeast of Atlanta, Ga. $1,500,000: Doris Savage RE, (770) 861-8525. FIND PEACE FROM THE STORMS! Magnificent Georgia properties for sale. Timberland, farmland and recreational acreage from 3 to 3,000 feet. Ca!lPeach State at (866) 300-7653. www.farmandtimber.com. GAL 2550. GRAND OPENING SALE Phase 2. Lake-view bar- gains! Water access from $34,900 with free boat slips. Pay no closing costs. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and Dec. 11. Huge pre-construction sav- ings on beautifully wooded parcels at 34,000 acre lake in Tennessee. Enjoy unlimited water recreation. Surrounded by state forest. Lakefront available. Excellent financing! Call now, (800) 704-3154, ext. 701. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAIN log cabin on moun- tain top, unfinished inside, view, trees, waterfall and large public lake nearby, no traffic, $89,900. Owner, (866) 789-8535. www.NC77.com. OWN A LAKEFRONT retreat. Private community on the Tennessee/Kentucky border. Just 1-1/2 hours to Nashville. Spectacular views of Lake Barkley. One to six acres from the $40s. New to market. Call (866) 339-4966. TENNESSEE WEEKEND RETREAT acreage. New lake community close to Chattanooga and Knoxville. Limited number of private boat slips. Community lake access and amenities. 1/2 plus acres from $40K. Call (866) 292-5769. $10,000 DISCOUNT! Grand opening! Ocala area. The Preserve at Oak Hill. Upscale equestrian com- munity of 5 to 21 acre parcels. Private, gated, trails. Discount ends Dec. 15, 2005. Broker/Owner. (352) 330-0022. OWN A PRIVATE MOUNTAIN retreat. Spectacular, gated, river-front mountain community near Asheville, NC. 1-8 acre building sites from the $60s. Borders national forest. Community lodge and river walk. Call (866) 292-5762. TENNESSEE LAKE PROPERTIES Located on pris- tine Norris Lake, TVA's first reservoir. Lakefronts, lake and mountain views, homes and land. Call Lakeside Realty (423) 626-5820. www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. COASTAL LIVING AT it's best. Brunswick County; NC homes and home .sites. Call now! (800) 682-9951. Coastal Carolina Lifestyle Inc. www.coastalcarolinalifestyle.info. INVESTORS: GREAT MONEY MAKER ** B7 Currently renting for $2,900-$3,900/week AFFORDABLE ISLAND Income will exceed your expectations. -o-dtos -DUPLEX: One year old 5BR/5BA. Enjoy the l1Elevated 2BR/2BA :0 o convenience of an indoor elevator and -i each side. Skylights make it nice and bright. outside spiral staircase. Beautifully Plenty of storage. furnished and tiled throughout. Four-car : Won't last... just listed. garage, lush heated pool overlooking Only $699,000. the bay, private dock and great fishing. Two canalfront condos side by side. One 2BR/1,5BA and one Reduced $2,190,000. Virtual tour: 1BR/1BA. Two deeded boat docks on sailboat water. Both for only www.flrealtour.com/mls031305/realtor. I H Alber, Realtor (941) 713-9835 $725,000, or $350,000 and $375,000 separately. SURFSIDE REALTY VIEW OF GULF Ircr nlot jrj i tullull', IUrn.iidd LI~irJ 31 qe, iii,, unlr ior crardn : Ctb E ..~Tr i ~ rd am 1 it'.0::cri)0 NORTH POINT HARBOUR r-rn it1 wmmirrinir. pool L.eai 'c3rjq .[A :1 l -iE v.rsJii n sc a L ar GULF VIEWS trum ir,,i :BR. ..EA lailtrdcori,d,,un rir' :,Fe 3i1urp: r riii couri-riup: meol r. ri.,I ao'ke, II M:#~ C'-' 1 W`Al E in CMln.h)n Brds SUPER LOCATION tierweern lIla- ,ri3. mninlarn, Sales Aoiates Amenities include tennis, clubhouse, pools and gated security.-$495,000. MLS# 514340. THIS BAYFRONT 3BR/2BA home in Key Royale was built for the 1964 World's Fair! It's the famed Formica World's Fair House. $2,300,000. MLS# 514877. "I +S ,.Ms.. FURNISHED MODEL in La Casa Costiera with views of the Gulf from this brand new beach condo home. Large pool. $1,475,000. 3BR/2BA home totally renovated with vaulted ceili Italian tile, wood-laminate floors, and stainless s apIph N:,, : I,. '."000 ..1LL'-. 1-4' 4 $ .6 4- 414 ,. .: : *, . ..I.' . A.-hI,. ongs, steel Tom Nelson Sales Associate MarshallMI READYTO BUILD! V'.:rni 1i, .imi, -1.111 '.:,1 I.*q n .., v ir, an wr, r'4unir r' ; i : A 'rn i I.:. ri t Aljt:h Ai'p, ,i c'v~p ndurji--i,101 v, xlaii lin .4.' H ll '.lL.19 Irf. -. .- o. ..MNick Patsios FULL GULF VIEW from this 2BR/2BA end unit in INVESTOR ALERT! ',reat SBR2e ': ar g' rjge:'.e r, Broker/Associate Pelican Cove. Three-day minimum rental, heated pool, aduplex lotwithover9000sq.ft.Also available adjacent7500 Chicago.IL tennis courts and boat dock. $614,000. MLS# 511341. sq.ft. duplex lot with inground pool. $795,000. MLS# 516052. .iMAt KEY ROYALE CANALFRO14T woi; Lr, optr, lloot p M~.A'. F.:.idt..;rd,,tr Ii .. v:tr ,te CONVERTIBLE DUPLEX :,i _.jltl"3 ll"Tl", r v,-, r I :Il 'ull ri.. i u i I,',. :l nl I1h.: lt2!I .:.l Wi, m ,, i r I ), ,:,| * *- "' l'0 l[ ll'l P .# J- ' .- . KEY WEST-STYLE rn',Ti ,:, ,,,,,ei -i L, ,-I L, th-ir ljr p:,...i.: ',lh Ii- ijbLu j mu. : Q- .'': ._ li.i T,,-t hi.h:ri', n .'.. i ^ -.I:'. "i," : lu.-3 ,:p I,,:.I I ?lS- i 1 'O1: I,: I MI': 1 l':'J GULF-VIEW HOME ,1-I, a,,, a.r,j milrh E 4 R L ,IlMI8 I S7 - -- --.- i. ,';" B-16 U NOV. 23. 2005 U THE ISLANDER vtuVioval" grm "Copyrighted Material ma- Syndicated'Content- m Available from Commercial News Providers" - -.- -Want to keep in touch? Subscribe to the "best news!" Call 941778-7978 and charge it to Visa or MasterCard. AGN ER REALTY * :.Bri- ... P p .e .... 9 Warf~ls pwy^i Hortlg Sins^ 1^35 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com rcat red 'irperjl gtfie 'eteki VILLAS AT HOLMES BEACH Exclusive, nine townhomes being constructed on the Intra- coastal. 3,100 sf plus two-car garage and large bonus room. Marble and wood floors, gourmet kitchen and much more. $2,500,000. Marketed in conjunction with RJ Realty. Karen Day. 778-2246 "P;r r O.LnU. Ivo ~InwIvnIO nai Uolerillly uI l uu townhomes with full unobstructed views of the S Gulf of Mexico Unit offers 2BR/2BA, open floor S plans,.large master.suite, balcony and comes S-.turnkey furnished. Dave Moynihan. 778-2246. .-- #51.1527. $3.200,000 VIEWS LIKE YOU'VE DREAMED Splendid views of Skyway Bridge and captivating sunrises abound from this bay-view lot on Anna Maria Island. A rare find with R-2 zoning. Sandy Greiner or The Greiner Group 794-2246. #513516 $2,000,000 BREATHTAKING VIEW! A full view of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge from your own private master suite. Gourmet kitchen has maple cabinets with granite counters. Two elec- Inc boat lifts Tracye Hurley. 741-2500. #508869. $1,899,900. DIRECT GULF FRONT Fabulous Gulf view! Furnished 2BR/2BA top-floor end unit with additional windows. Covered parking and great walking beach. Weekly rental OK. Dave Moynihan. 778-2246. #513253. $989,500. FABULOUS GULF VIEWS Prime end furnished unit offering spacious floor plan with eat-in kitchen; breakfast bar, walk-in closets, fireplace and-two balconies Dave Moynihan. 778-2246. #507333. $675,000. PERICO BAY CLUB 2BR/2BA CONDO 24-hour ISLAND HANDYMAN SPECIAL! Your chance security, heated community pool, tennis. Newer to own a piece of the Island.A touch ofTLCwill kitchen and minutes from spectacular Anna Maria make this adorable beach cottage the perfect Island. Watch the sunsets and fabulous Day views island gelaway.A great value for the price Gina Laurie Dellatorre. 778-2246. #516619.$489,000. & Peter Uliano,The Royal Team, 741-2500 #512880.5415.000. I a LIFE IS GOOD when white sand beaches are only steps from your door and your home is a S pristine 2BR/2BA condo ina beachfront complex! . Karen Day. 778-2246.:512655: 750.000. .5 0 - M.- *r. ,-. . p3 .l ~";. ,I 4 '-I - ~F~Lp-~i~h; -.i 'ii t r4. :" i , ,,, il ~ r AM r~. ,?: 2 WISH [ NOV. 23, 2005 6 THE ISLANDER Zi i 1. - Please, make a wish come tue ... ie holidays are e time to take an extra moment to give someone a smile or send a greeting... pause to give a quiet hug or words of praise. The holidays are special for friends, family and Islanders. In our 13th Annual Islander Wish Book, we take a moment to present stories and pictures about organizations in our community that deserve special consid- eration. These community service organi- zations are dedicated to providing assistance to families and individu- als, teaching and mentoring our children, helping the elderly and less fortunate, all with the goal of making Anna Maria Island a better place to live for each and every one of us. With The Islander Wish Book, organizations offer a special way for you to share the holiday spirit. We've included a list of needs wishes from each one. Your donation, however small or grand, will be deeply appre- ciated by the organizations. Please take a moment to select a gift from these lists to add to your holiday shopping list. It's The Islander's way of saying thanks for the support we've received for the past 13 years and a chance for all of us to give some- thing back to our community. A small contri- bution can make a big difference. We offer a special thanks to the generous sponsor advertisers for making this project possible. We hope you receive the same return as we have each year for 13 years from the Islander Wish Book ... the joy of giving. Happy holidays and best wishes for 2006! The Wish Book is made possible thanks to generous advertising sponsors and the extra effort of Islander staff members Diana Bogan, Rick Catlin, Jim Hanson, Paul Roat, Nancy Ambrose, Rebecca Barnett, designer Kelly McCormick and the entire staff. Please join me in thanking them ... Publisher Bonner Joy h. 0P"~ 4,i - II --- e~ -- ~ ~ -- ---- ~I~ ~r- _.- -~ L- -- -I I I I L ~1~ as ~bliie~,,a Anna Maria Island Community Center The Center, located in Anna Maria City, is one of the most revered institutions on the Island, serving all ages from all parts of the Island and beyond. It has cultural, educational, recreational and social programs, and in past years its staff and 300 volunteers provided nearly 2 million hours of service. Its programs start for pre-schoolers and go on through teens, young adults, adults and seniors. The Center is planning its 45th anniversary celebration and groundbreaking, ceremony for the renovation of the current facility in February 2006. Actual construction will begin in early May 2006 with an anticipated completion in winter 2006. The Center's wish list for 2005: Character building books and reading material for children ages 5 to 11 in its TLC After School Program Parenting books for its Family Founda- tions Library.. Volleyballs, volleyball net with poles. "How to Coach" books for sports pro- grams. Water cooler for tennis players. Table saw. Bulletin board (approx 24 by 36 inches). Paper cutter. Two tool "holster" belts. Vacuum cleaner. Rotor-tiller. Electric ball pump. Desktop tape dispensers. Portable sandwich-style display board. Office supplies, copy paper, desk organiz- ers, colored paper. Donations to the Anna Maria Island Community Center Endowment-Trust. Donations to the Anna Maria Island Community Center Capital Campaign-Building Fund. Volunteers to work with children with. "special needs" during the after school pro- gram, Volunteers to help with our Tour of Homes, "An Affaire to Remember" auction, "Lester-Islander Family Holiday Party" and other fundraisers. Contact: Sandee Pruett, 778-1908. JS~erOry ct, 7.0 Santa arrives to much acclaim at the Lester-Islander Fun Day at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. the Island's youngest entertainers, The Hobbits, perform at Fun Day at the Center. ~.;Cl ii-chI c I..k and Joey tLcstc sponsors -with The Islander of Funi Day at the CcLtel are siturPi0. zded by 16p articipants in tilt' C."I"It, r b i cldi;ng the I.0Mla te Dick Cline of _, .the P, iioateers .1and wife Liz, "CcttcLI executive dielic,, Pierrette Kellh,, clown Saie,1, lau.ggy, 1710 a courses, ---s~ '~ Saidta Claus. "CABINETSUnlimited Ha'v a Very Happy Hotay Seson 8700 Cortez Rd Bradenton792-8656 8700 Cortez Rd. W. Bradenton 792-8656 n~)bRi 1 *lil~r,;~p;l,; eP;~ i ' . 4 WISH U NOV. 23, 2005 U THE ISLANDER Anna Maria Island Privateers group of Island men who wanted a means to support youth programs on Anna Maria organized the Privateers in 1971, and its commitment remains the same: To promote activities for the betterment of youth and to render altruistic services to the commu- nity. A major contribution is its scholarship program, which has helped dozens of young- sters to education and which the Privateers wish to expand. Funds the Privateers raise through special events such as thieves' markets and mullet smokes go to support youth programs and youths from the Island and surrounding area. This year they also need help funding a new smoker, which is already in service. Donations toward the $4,500 cost are "wished for." For decades the Privateers have sponsored Christmas and Fourth of July parades-and the Snooks Adams Kids Day at the end of the school year. On The. Islander wish list for the Privateers: More scholarship donations. Fuel gift cards to gas up the float. Office supplies and office supply store gift cards for printer cartridges. Postage stamps. Computer for the secretary's use. Small new toys or specific donations to buy toys for the 400 or so children expected at the Privateers Holiday Parade andSanta Toy\ Giveawa\y at Coquina Park Dec. 10. Several 8-foot "banquet" tables and two large beverage coolers. Contact: Liz Christie Cline, 778-8519. The Privateers aboard their famous boat float during one of the Island's parades. Longboat Key Center for the Arts he Longboat Key Center for the Arts was founded in 1952. Today the Center pro vides more than 50 classes and 30 work- shops to morethan 300 students \ith an inter- nationally recognized faculty. Nearly 20 different exhibitions are also scheduled this year, most of them juried shows. The mission of the Center is to enhance and enrich the cultural life of Longboat Key and neighboring communities by providing signifi- cant instruction and exhibition opportunities in a broad range of visual arts and crafts; pro\id- ing enhanced facilities for classes, lectures, a jazz series and occasional music, dance and theater performances; and providing meeting facilities to community organizations. The art center's Islhander wish list: *Outdoor lighting to ensure safety in the parking lots. The new Privateer fish smoker needs donations to finish off the $4,.150 plnce tag. Five large plastic waste baskets. Free-standing raku kiln. Push pins and anvil for the jewelry studio. Table-size easels. Display pedestals. Jewelry display case. Slide projector. Tables and chairs for paint studio students. Back drops for still-life painting classes. spot lights for still-life painting. Copier paper. Lighting for galleries. Computers and equipment. $2,300 towards point-of-sale software and upgrades. Desktop printers. Contact: Jennifer Glassmoyer, director, 383- 2345. Hurricane Evacuation Assistance and Relocation Team Under the umbrella of the Anna Maria Island Community Center, several Islanders came together to participate in the Hurricane Evacuation Assistance Relocation Team. The coalition was formed with the prompt- ing of Susan Timmins, with the goal of helping meet the special needs of Hurricane Katrina evacuees to our community. Since September, HEART has come to the aid of at least six families from the Gulf Coast region. HEART has raised more than $6,000, helped two families relocate out of state and several others furnish their new apartments or homes, thanks to donations from the community. At this juncture HEART's Islander wish list is gift cards from Target or Wal-Mart that can easily be distributed to families and utilized to fill many of their needs. Contact the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 778-1908. May you be blessed with joy, peace and love this. holiday season. 9805 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria 778-2259 Fax 778-2250 Email: amrlty@ gte.net www.annamariareal.com QUALITY BUILDERS Ne('w Coistriuctiln -* R enodClirh d L' urOtml Deotgun S, --T_, Wishing everyone - a safe and -- happy holiday season! GREG OBERHOFER Freldctleni 5500 Mlnn D. HolmeIs B-e.ch 778-7127- Lk "CF,,4-O1e5, EM D REALTORSO Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season! N 5910 Mmimi Dr I f;)d Irhc IficaC I loari 34 217 -i wwttw~m~thrcisrtoi'amAc~om 6m1;il informtbirlcretcip1or~e.co --0/ 13th Aninual IUiander Wish Book for Saltwater Heritage Sunder its belt, the Cortez-based activist organization now hopes to . .-- i ^ * developtheFlorida Gulf CoastMaritime Mu- seum at the Seafood Shack property. ith the purchase of its FISH Preserve activist organization now hopes to develop, the Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Mu- seum at the Seafood Shack property. Extensive rehabilitation of the big old schoolhouse at the east end of Cortez is nearing completion, to be used as a community center and gateway to the Preserve. The historic old store is to be rehabbed and moved nearby. The 95-acre "old Florida" tract that is the Preserve is gradually being cleaned up and is developing into a first-class nature preserve. Volunteers are still clearing the acreage and eventually will clean and resurrect the old house on Cortez.Road in the Preserve that FISH recently bought, hopefully to be turned into a wildlife "hospital." For all that, FISH needs volunteer help and the tools for them to work with. So what it wants for Christmas are: A backhoe or Bobcat either as a gift or loan to root out invasive species of trees. Encouragement on behalf of the acquisi- tion of the Seafood Shack by Manatee County and its successful development for the Cortez community. Repeal of the hated prohibition against net fishing inshore, in effect for 10 years now and still stifling the historic fishing village's way of life. Money to pay for all of the projects and programs. Contact: Allen Garner, FISH president, at 794- 0280, or the community center, 708-4935. Lam- Tens of thousands of people have attended the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival every February in the village of Cortez. r1: *1 U The former Cortez schoolhouse in 2004, prior the com- mencement of extensive ongoing renovations. Pleasure craft and work boats share the Cortez waterfront that once was home to commercial fishing netters. Cortez Village Historical Society D voted to restoration and prefer\ action of the historic fishing village as it has been for 118 years, th:: society is assem- bling for exhibit physical and recorded memen- tos of its long and colorful history. - With the society's leadership, the village was designated a historical district, key to keeping out condos and other unwanted devel- opment. Now it is collecting memorabilia for display in the family life museum it is developing, and that is the basis of its i\ ihes for 2005: Boat bailer. Poling oar. Pictures from the 1890s or earlier. Old bottles and other items suitable for display in the old waterfront store. Contact: Mary Fulford Green, 795-7121. ^rp~ erv Yea- V / Io Fl*for 0Ts FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATION SERVICES- Bring in a new unwrapped toy 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday ,.,. S 6000 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 720 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton L (941);778-4480 ir (941) 748-101 6 WISH M NOV. 23, 2005 N THE ISLANDER I:'ll h % 15 a -t 1 :-.h -" Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch The mission of the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch Inc., is to assure a suitable habitat for sea turtles in co-existence with people. Dozens of volunteers patrol the beach during the night and especially dawn every day during the nesting season, May through Octo- ber. They make sure nests are undisturbed by humans and critters, and that hatchlings make it safely into the Gulf of Mexico. Members and the director are out in the field, involved with speaking engagements and educational presentations that highlight the importance of propagating sea turtles. On Anna Maria that means mostly the huge loggerheads and an occasional green turtle. The Turtle Watch wish list for 2005: SBoxes of large-sized rubber gloves. Reams of white office paper. Roll of stamps for mailings. Volunteer walkers for the nesting season. Gift cards from Staples. Gift cards from gas stations for training trips. Contact: Suzi Fox, director, 778-1435 or 778- 5638. Save the Manatee Club Save the Manatee Club Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1981. Its Adopt- A-Manatee program is its primary funding source, with proceeds dedicated to manatee awareness projects, education programs, re- search and rehabilitation efforts, as well as lobbying for the protection of the manatee and its habitat. To help the'Save the Manatee Club continue its work to protect the manatee and its habitat, the club's Islander wish list includes: *Computers, monitors, laptop computers, scanners and printers. Brochure holder. Office chairs, file cabinets. Work table. Desk-top copy machine. Cork boards. Giftcertificate to Office Depot or Staples. Various office supplies, including highlighters, pens, pencils, computer discs, paper clips, binders, tape, post-its, stamp pads, staples; white-out, adding machine and tape, copy paper, colored copy paper, rubber bands, red and black Sharpie makers, manila enve- lopes, business envelopes, padded mailing envelopes, binder clips, hanging file folders, rulers,ink cartridges and letter openers. S* Tax-free donations. Contact: Janice Nearing, Save ih, fLaitaitc Club, .Inc., 500 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL 32751, 1- 800-432-5646, or www.savethemanatee.org. It's all about saving the turtles (and the beach habitat)for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch. Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary wounded in 1981 by the late Dale Shields, affectionately nicknamed "The Pelican Man," the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary, the Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital & Educa- tion Center, Sarasota, Fla., is one of the largest non-profit rescue, rehabilitation, release and education centers in the United States com- pletely dependent upon private donations and volunteers. Donations and volunteer efforts are needed to operate the wild bird rehabilitation hospital and to maintain and care for approximately 200 long-term care birds permanently on educa- tional display for the visitors. Through the efforts of the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary, thousands of wild birds are rescued and re- leased each year. Volunteers are desperately needed. For details in volunteering please call Carol Bridwell at 388-4444. The Pelican Man's Islander wish list: Cash donations. Bedsheets to line hospital cages. Dry erase boards. Dawn dish detergent, paper towels, gallon-size Ziplock bags, bleach, laundry deter- gent. Sponges, mops, brooms. Plastic aquariums with lids and pet carri- ers. Rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows. Casting nets and snares to capture injured birds. Laundry baskets, tall kitchen bags. Food cutting boards. Bungee cords. Heating pads. Contact: 388-4444. The Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary needs your help to foster abandoned baby birds like the one above. Moore's Stone Crab Beaih R Restaurant wishes Beach R everyone a safe and ........ 1603 Gulf Drive N. 1325 Gulf Dri Happy holiday season. Bradenton Beach Bradenton B -,,., H8W88 4 770"-nO :O... 778-6611 0 ~0*0 0 0 ~0~@ ~0~0~S-e-0-0- esort ve N. each . O- O .0OO- -. *****- -i-i~i77-77%r-77' 779e THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 0 WISH 7 Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park Just as the caterpillar transforms into a butterfly, the park is continuing through a metamorphosis. The garden is located at 5801 Marina Drive adjacent to the Holmes Beach City Hall and was established by the North American Butterfly Association in cooperation with the city. The park is free and open to the public. The goal for 2006 is to construct a gazebo that can be used for educational purposes and for the enjoyment of visitors to the park. The gazebo will make the garden a true outdoor science lab for area school children and clubs. The only thing needed: donations to make it happen. It is hoped that some of the construction companies and supply companies in the area will be able to donate some of the following materials. All lumber must be pressure-treated pine. All screws, bolts, washers, nuts and nails are to be stainless steel. Please contact Nancy Ambrose, 518-4431, for a supply list to fulfill any or all of the garden's needs. Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center T his Bradenton Beach-based organization started in 1986 with a single injured duck, and today spends more than $30,000 a year to feed, house and provide medical care for animals and birds. Its volunteers respond to some 4,000 calls for help every year. It also provides educational presentations for schools and organizations. Over the years, Wildlife has helped deer, otters, bobcats, and just about every kind of sea bird, song bird and bird of prey. Less exotic creatures such as owls, kestrels, hawks, squir- rels, raccoons and loons also have benefited from its care. Its Islander wish list for 2005: Donors for the Islandwide June blood drive. Small bottles of water for volunteers. Gift certificates for Home Depot or Lowes. Carpentry help for cages. Heavy-duty garbage bags, bleach, Dawn detergent, paper towels. Monetary donations for veterinary fees and medicine and food for wildlife; Contact:.Gail Straight, 778-6324. * ~~ cac -.. --- -_'-- -- -~. , .- .-. ..- Wildlife Rescue helps injured critters n service for 22 years, Wildlife Rescue is a non-profit organization that provides free transport service for sick and injured critters in Manatee and Sarasota Counties to local animal hospitals. Ellie and Larry Smith respond to more than 75 calls per day, seven days per week, and provide a vehicle for transport and on-the-spot first aid to any injured animal. All of its services are free and conducted by a group of local volunteers. "Our wildlife is a direct indicator of the health of our community and we are the com- munity resource that helps our wildlife," said the Smiths. There are many volunteer opportunities available and training is provided. In addition to wildlife rescue, the organization participates in adopt-a-highway, adopt-a-shore and adopt-a- preserve programs. They also participate in up to 20 community events each year. With gas prices on the rise, this group is in very desperate need of gas cards, Wal-Mart gift certificates and office supply gift certificates. Cash donations are always appreciated. Donations can be sent to Wildlife Rescue, P.O. Box 10475 Bradenton FL 34282, or call 720-9453. ManaSota-88: 30 years of eco-aid An environmental organization with more than 30 years of eco-protection to its credit, ManaSota-88 remains commit- ted to safeguarding air, land and water quality. It plans now to go after the phosphate mining industry, expanding from its concentra- tion on individual mines as issues come up. There are three such permits now pending in Manatee County, a spokesperson said. Contributions are exclusively from private individuals and all of the money goes to operat- ing revenues. Attorneys are the only people to receive compensation from ManaSota-88. Its wishes for 2005: People skilled in tracking permits. Help with legal expenses. Fundraising ideas and volunteers to carry them out. Contact: Glen Compton, president, 966-6256. On Anna Maria Island, Joan Perry, 778-7732. ;D- CROLN WISH lOU ALL H vpi HOLoms- 0 ,,... Pictured above, the area of Perico Island that will soon be home to high-rise condominiums. A large commer- cial development is proposed now at the site of Leverock's, the convenience store and the marina. Purchase $100 or more and we will give you a FREE gift certificate equal to 20% of your total purchase. '-'- -QANDBA ' v-231"- 779-2222 383-2391 778-0444 YOU CAN ALSO PURCHASE ONLINE AT '14'IV'.GROUPERSANDI%'ICH.COM 8 WISH 0 NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Anna Maria Island Rotary Club T he Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island was chartered in 1966 and provides service and dollars to organizations on Anna Maria Island, in Manatee County, elsewhere in the United States, and around the world. The club is part of Rotary International and seeks both active and retired business and professional leaders as members. It promotes high ethical standards in business and profes- sions and works for the advancement of inter- national understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of Rotary members united in the ideal of "service above self. The list of organizations and projects that have benefited from this club is too long to include here, but a few examples of their recent projects are tutoring at Anna Maria Elementary, raising more than $60,000 for tsunami relief, monetary donations for red tide research, and hands-on help at the Holmes Beach Butterfly Garden. The club meets at noon on Tuesdays at the BeachHouse Restaurant in Bradenton Beach. The Islander Wish List for the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island is: Sell all tickets for its annual Casino Night Extravaganza fundraiser to be held on Jan. 21 at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Raise enough money at the Extravaganza and in other campaigns to allow the club to provide more financial assistance to organiza- tions locally, nationally and worldwide. New members to help increase Rotary's direct service to the Island community. Continued participation in the education, writing ability and influence of peace and good\\ ill for the students of Anna Maria El- ementary School. The funds and manpower to help Rotary International achieve its goals of addressing the \\-orld\ ide iisues of hunger, clean water, health and iwell-being, literacy and education. Contact Pam Schlueter at 746-7517, Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce r his is-a busy organization with 600 mem bers representing just about every busi ness on the Key and many others trom surrounding areas. It is unabashedly business-oriented and business-promoting, with aggressive network- ing programs and special instructional seminars to help businesses. A major focus is tourism, though other aspects of business are an integral part of its services. Its Islander wish for 2005: S* Two 52-inch wide or 56-inch wide white -ceiling fans. A VCR and DVD player for business seminars. . Contact: Gail Lofgren-,resident, 383-2466. Members of the Anna Maria Island Rotary Club volunteer once a month at the Island Butterfly Garden, weeding, mulching, planting and raking to help keep up the gardens. Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce A truly Islandwide organization, the Chamber is made up of businesses doing business on and for Anria Maria Island, boasting now a record 500 members. Among its many services is its visitors center, where tourists and other newcomers may obtain information about the Island and what it has to offer. It has completed its first full year in new offices at 5317 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. The Chamber's mission is to "serve the membership and the community through pro- active leadership by building a positive busi- ness climate while enhancing and perfecting the quality of life for all." Its Islander wish for this year and the years ahead is for "full appreciation of our members who support everything, and for everyone on the Island to spend their money with members so we can continue our program of festivals, golf tournaments, scholarships arid mainte- nance of the visitors center." Contact: Mary Ann Brockman, 778-1541. Music is a highlight cver year at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Comierce-sponsored BaRfest on Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. Food, crafts and a children's play aiea make the event popularfr all ages. EflPoar/adi c Rxit 1201 Gulf Drixe Ofhce: (41)j 7, A-4AO( Huifr3e t(eadi ThU -jh 1 611(t800) 237=2252 %v W WPA rad -vReaol i. romni Cofeenit M, Heia~y ~dD iLCoblioat two ot. vt Card folo(,V '4NO383730 THE ISLANDER M NOV. 23, 2005 0 WISH 9 -- 13als .^Mal N"d "JA ot S . Anna Maria Island Art League Starting from scratch with its formation by local artists in 1989, the league has grown to have a significant impact on the Island it serves. It sponsors classes ranging from paint- ing to photography to tile crafts and other media. An active scholarship program attracts adults and children the length of the Island. Its gallery at 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, is open Tuesday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Its principal fundraising programs are the widely known Winterfest and Springfest fine arts and crafts festivals in Holmes Beach. On its wish list for 2005: Art supplies of all and any kinds. A new or newish computer monitor. A small office desk with retractable key- board shelf. Paper towels, paper tablecloths, paper or plastic cups, plates and utensils. Contact: Ginger White, 778-2099. Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island ormed in 1988 by a handful of "starving artists" meeting at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, the Artists Guild has its own cooperative gallery at 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. With more than 120 members in an 80-mile radius, it is dedicated to "promoting interest in the visual and other creative arts." It works closely with schools and has an active scholar- ship program. Its Islander wish for the season: An antique desk and antique chair to go with it, which will "look great in the gallery." Funding to support its program with Anna Maria Island Elementary.School and the scholarship program. Contact: Peggy Potter, 778-1738. Off Stage Ladies Suzanna Spann of Bradenton is the winner of numerous awards from the Anna Maria Island Art League. The Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island beautified the Island Shopping Center with a mural some years ago and this fall they completed a renovation. Peggy Potter is watching Genevieve Alban touch up the artwork as others work on the project. T- 'he Off Stage Ladies is a support group for the Island Players of Anna Maria. e ladies are a talented and gregarious group who help paint sets and act as costumers, make-up artists, ushers, lighting assistants and stage managers and are up to many other tasks to help a director produce a good play. Improvement of the theater is a goal of the Off Stage Ladies, which raises money through a theater "porch sale" in the fall. . A very important function of Off Stage Ladies is to prepare and serve dinner for the cast of a show during "Long Sunday." That's the Sunday before a show opens when the actors and technical crew have a long day of rehearsal in order to get the show perfected. The Islander wish list for the Off Stage Ladies is:. -' Two 12-cup coffee pots. Off Stage Ladies contributed to new seating two years ago in the Island Players theater in Anna Maria. Here, SContact: Sarah Maloney, 778-4865. Alice Doeden, Peggy Faarup and Helen.White put on finishing touches. 10 WISH N NOV. 23, 2005 N THE ISLANDER S -.. ;v ". ... ...': i. 1 Island Players offer Island theater T he Island Players, with its theater at the corner of Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue in Anna Maria, is now in its 57th season. This charming playhouse seats 137 theatergoers at five productions and more than 100 perfor- mances each year. The building has been remodeled several times since the original small house was barged -over from the mainland many years ago to serve as an office for the developers of Anna Maria. During the ensuing years, it has been a city hall, community center, women's club, and a church and garden dub, before it became a community theater, with its first production in 1948. A participating board of directors governs the Island Players. Members include actors, directors, set designers, production workers, costume designers and ushers. Shows are directed by a rotating group of directors. The Theater is supported by local subscribers, sup- porters such as the Off Stage Ladies, ticket sales and grants. The Islander wish list of the Island Players is: A new outdoor sign. Large 10-inch blade table saw for building sets. Sony RCD-W10 recorder/changer for sound during performances. Flashlights and batteries. Coffee, regular and decaf. Masking tape, glow tape, light bulbs. Copier paper. Paper towels. Pencils, pens, note pads, post-it note pads. Volunteers. Contact: President Linda Davis, 778-6155. Anna Maria Island Community Chorus and Orchestra T his group is a truly integrated instrument tal and vocal aggregation, the two ele ments practicing separately and coming together to rehearse as one and finally to bring the Island accomplished concerts. S It presents four concerts during the winter season, the holiday concert being especially appreciated by Islanders for its "Messiah" renditions. Concerts are Sundays at 2 p.m. at the Island Baptist Church after Saturday rehearsals at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Its Islander wishes for the season this year: A sizable van, including driver, to trans- port drums. Corporate sponsors. "A home of our own we're happy with what we iave, but we'd rather not bother people for a place to play." Contact: Alice Jeghelian, 792-5901. A scene from last year's Island Players production: Over the Tavern. Shakespeare on the Island is offered in the summer season by Island Players. The Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Chorus and Orchestra offers accomplished concerts in the sanctuary of Island Baptist Church during the winter season, includ- ing a treasured Holiday "Mes- siah," which will be Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. sea B ana area ioopw - wish you aU Sappy Holidays Ben Cooper and Associates Inc., ..- 3909 E. Bay Drive, Suite 110 (9y11778-6118 s", Holmes Beach, FL, 34217 Fj, (9411)778-6230 : I' Located across from Publix) b-nacLoperdaol corm L ":" "N THE ISLANDER E NOV. 23, 2005 0 WISH 11 kh tnu al tnnk t^IaW V d Harvey Community Church Choir Like the church itself, its singers are getting ready for the winter season, with Betty Simches as choir director and organist. The church at 300 Church Ave. in Bradenton Beach is active in community outreach pro- grams, serving military personnel in Afghani-. stan and Iraq as well as its people in the United States, and in hurricane relief. The choir's wishes for the season: More voices of every kind, to form a bigger choir. New friends to visit the Island and the church. Contact: Rev. Bill Grossman, 224-8608. Holy Name Society of St. Bernard Catholic Church T his men'- organization ot St. Bernard Catholic Clhirch is dedicated to -uppott min:, the church in all it- endeavor- It raises money to finance that support thioughI pancake breala..-ts. dances and other programs. It meets at p.m the second TuieCda,-' ot each month at the chuLrh recreation center. It principal \-ish tot Thre!s iilr'cni listings: N* ore strong youn1i people to help w\\th physical w or k a-s well as spiritual Holy Name ha-. Ilut completed stripping and \ a\ing 10 011O square feet of hardwood floors. C-'itI'J:P Bill :aF" kcr pt r idtt0 t. S-i-iS A flea market at Harvey Memorial Community Church, complete with entertainment, helped the little church raise much-needed funds. I A1Ma all your ishes comlle nre. fl 'Rotary Club f o Anna Maria Island \ |k' lp 11^ *-.i .[1ii loc'it 'hj)'il&.' .'tl O w g lottrh inliltt.tl imx1'%ti BUnt t .hiv lit ( lh )1 E- .kvi 116 S) ^cr1 ^^.: '^s^vy- OUR SIXTH ANNUAL TOY DRIVE SPlease bring a new unwrapped toy or gift for a teenager to be distributed to children in Manatee County by Manatee Children's services and the Salvation Army. -------------------- --------- 12 WISH N NOV. 23, 2005 N THE ISLANDER "-.. _' . 13-h Annual Mvan..i". .isF-h JM i- :, i :y /'r.y X' I"-"--- Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Museum This is a relatively new program for the historic fishing village of Cortez, and it is looking for a home so it can return the community center to the community. Still at its toddling stage, it is Florida's primary maritime museum, dedicated to pre- serving the Gulf Coast's seagoing heritage and especially the cominercial fishing that has kept the historic village going for 120 years. It hopes to be housed in the Seafood Shack if Manatee County acquires that property for public use. It xw ill better accommodate the program of restoring and building wooden boats with traditional methods and tools, which is crowding the community center, The Islander's wish list for the museum: A good working chain saw. Non-riding power lawn mower. Hand tools for \\-oodw\\orking. Weed whacker. Any old marine hardware to put in the boats being built by volunteers. Contact: Roger Allen, 708-4935. Annie Silver Community Center Trlhe center is getting rolling again after its |usual summer hiatus, when so many members go north. It is a nonprofit organization founded by Island entrepreneur Annie Silver in the 1950s to promote friendship and entertainment for neighbors and friends in Bradenton Beach and on the Island. During the winter season, the center spon- sors potluck dinners with music and singalongs. shuffleboard, bingo and its annual yard sale, all of it done by volunteers. Its wishes for The Islander's wish book: Chairs. Banquet-size tablecloths. A cash bo\. Contact: Muriel Thayer, 383-3036. Meals on Wheels In addition to providing meals for shutins all y .ear on the Island and throughout Manatee County, Meals on Wheels is collecting small items to brighten the season for the elderly and homebound. Its Islander wish list includes: Shaving cream, deodorant, men's razors, men's socks, playing cards, combs, lotion, knee- high stockings, notepaper, stamps, pens, tooth- paste, toothbrushes, mouthwash and shampoo. Food for families, including holiday Turkeys and hams to serve seniors at home and those at the food bank. Small table-top Christmas trees decorated by children, individuals or local artists. Poinsettias for home delivery. Van for food collection. SContact: Ellen Campbell, 747-4655. -p."iY:~(~~ 4 -- -- -- >-. '; -'* : , -i-.2 The spr t-riggied Sallie .Adaiw i; ;'.a. built and chri-ste idI at the Gulf Coast Maritime Museum. Ted Cook shows a boat model he assembled for the Gulf Coast Maritime Museum. The late Bob "Poppy" Devane, seated right, was a volunteer at last year's "yard sale" to benefit the Annie Silver Community Center. bright house NETWORKS Proudly supporting area non-profits Mf 941-748-1822 rnLybr..igithbo-use.com RELAY *FO UFE that takes up the fight Anna Maria island Longboat Key Relay* May 20 & 21 ACS 745-1214 ext'25 John Luchkowec 350-4326 Dolly Young 773-6581 WuisnRina Uou cnd Uours p vunouciu season VACATION <- SPROPERTIE3, LLC 3001 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach Florida 34217' Ph ~. 4I lie 111111 0 t.Ill Fr. u001 iJ 9i Ij, 41 ll1 ii0 .'" ^ ^. '.' '. .('5 It's about being a community . Lwl THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 23, 2005 E WISH 13 Anna Maria Elementary --.. School . A nna Maria Elementary School is the educational home of more than 300 - students in kindergarten through fifth- grade, serving families from north Longboat Key to Anna Maria City. . Adult involvement is a key element to the school's success. At any hour, you'll find par- ents and community volunteers on campus involved in the learning process. ': Islanders who are unable to volunteer on " campus and want to help can do so by provid- --i ing needed "extras." .' The Islander wish list for Anna Maria El- ementary School is: Colored Saran wrap, Ziplock baggies. Hot plate. Long door mirror. Plastic covered bins. Bottles of hand sanitizer. Reams of office paper, colored paper, lined paper. Ballpoint/gel pens of various colors. Markers with different colors and tip sizes, colored pencils - Envelopes of all types. Ink pads and stamps. Sticky notes, index cards of various sizes '. and colors. - Invitations, stationary, post cards, maga- ',.- " zines. Old stamps. Children's magazines, National Geo- graphic. White board, dry-erase markers, eraser. Kickball, four-square ball, basketball, : jump rope, soccer ball,,football. Large bag of Jolly Ranchers. Electronic microscope. Heavy-duty paper shredder.. Rolling file cabinets. Large notebook binders. Packaging tape, glue. Sturdy boxes for moving classroom items to the new building. . Contact: Anna M aria Elemeintary School at 708- 5525. : X.4 HAMA 9411954700 HAVE A DELIOUf HOLIDAY JEAONI Sal a f WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ^ "* AT THE JUVENILE DIABETEf WALK, Alliance : APRIL 2006, IN MANATEE COUNTY! I., ft Alliance ----------- 6207 Cortez Road W. 5540 GulfofMeco Drive, Longbat Key www.BradentonHomes.Net RESERVATIONS 941.383.3633 ,-- **www*ep*heiaha*om B I.L~'y J~~ ~e~ r-i*- GIVING THANKS BY% HELPING OTHERS 14 WISH I. NOV. 23,-2005 I. THE ISLANDER Tingley Memorial Library Tingley Memorial Library operates on the interest received from the Beulah Tingley bequeath. The library, at 111 Second St., Bradenton Beach, does not receive government funding. More than 20 volunteers help to keep costs down. Library membership costs $3 per year. The Islander wish list for Tingley Memorial Library includes: Book shelves for its Florida book collection. Popular magazine subscriptions including The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Time, Good Housekeeping, GQ, and People. - Newspaper subscriptions to USA Today and the Wall Street Journal. Audio books on cassette and compact disc. Volunteers. Monetary donations and bequests are always welcome as is attendance at library yard sales. Contact: Eveann Adams, library clerk, 779- 1208. Safe Place Inc.: Helpii Safe Place Inc. is an organization with an Island base that provides housing for men recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. Its administrative center is based in the offices of its president, former Bradenton Beach City Commissioner Scott Barr at 102 First St. N., Bradenton Beach. The Islander's wish list for Safe Place in- cludes: Tingley Memorial Library in Bradenton Beach celebrated 10 years in its "new" facility by recogniz- Sing some of its longtime volunteers, including, from left, Phil Connolly, Janet Bone and Bette Kissick. ng those in need Vans to transport clients to and from work, and donors willing to pick up the tab of the expensive commercial insurance policies required for the task. Dressers. Bed linens. Towels. Contact: Scott Barr, 713-7200. C-Tct in the spirit! You're invitcd Lt i t cIL t I t i I.O at 5:30 p.1m 1'.)r an houcro f Itu- -idcwalk Iv, t e The LslWauler CELEBRATIrJG -I rEAPS- OF SERv'IC w s50,OO MaFthig.fund Challenge -M-.. .4i 5^ BUILDTG FUTURE!* Holmes Beach residents Charles and JoAnn Lester are offering up to $50,000 in matching funds for contributions made by Dec. 31, 2005, to the Anna Maria Island Community Center Endowment Fund. And your contribution is tax deductible. The Center provides a critical human service need on the Island and provided more than 1.5 million hours of service to morthan 3,400 Island residents last year. Please send donation the. llenge, P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria FL ment Fund. The Islander Th-s -d0erisomc-n i r .,rr.< a i rr rl ?r I alrr r ir r.i LiE's rv rE 1l.313, jt S YES, COUNT ME IN FOR I STHE LESTER-ISLANDER CHALLENGE! I I I Name I Address Phone UI Amount $ I Q I would like my gift in honor of: S I would like my gift to be in memory of: I I O Please bill me for my pledge amount. Please make checks payable to the AMICC Endowment Fund and mail your matching-fund contribution to P.O. Box 253. Anna Mana FL 3421&. I-------------- IJ st -- I THE ISLANDER U NOV.'23, 2005 8 WISH 15 -. '-. '' *,. - .-.. '..- -. '. -.-, -*--.. .. ... mr Friends of the Island Branch Library F friends of the Island Branch Library is a volunteer organization that lends addi tional support to the branch by purchas- ing books and equipment and sponsoring educational programs for adults and children. Membership fees start at $5. The Friends of the Island Branch Library sponsor an annual program series in the winter season on the second Tuesday of every month at 3 p.m. in the Walker-Swift meeting room. A schedule of dates and programs is available at the library. The group also holds an annual book sale. The Islander wish list of the Friends of the Island Branch Library is: New books and magazine subscriptions for the teen section. Contact: Marcy East, 387-8224. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Tr he Florida Suncoast Chapter of the Juve nile Diabetes Research Foundation is the local catalyst for funding research for a cure for diabetes. The Sarasota chapter office Y:-':- The Friends o annual book sale has S" grown and As:- : e' number of Type 1 ad Tye in volumes Suffered for sale and shoppers. offers support, education, and emergency ith instructional books, supplies, and the "Bag diabetic supplies for both juvenile and adult of Hope," a bag given to newly diagnosed diabetics. children which contains a teddy bear with While the primary objective of the organiza- markings on where to receive their blood tests tion is to find a cure for diabetes, advancements and shots, a video, and books for both the child in diabetic treatments are also supported. On a and their parents. daily basis though, much of the chapter activity JDRF is always in need of the following is consumed by requests for supplies and help items: with diabetes management. Diabetic supplies, including test strips, As the number of Type 1 and Type 2 diabet- insulin, and syringes. ics continues to grow at an explosive rate, the Donations for purchasing educational services of JDRF are being called upon increas- books for diabetics. ingly. The primaryfundraiser actr vRF is it- Sponsors and walkers for annual spring annual "Walk to Cure Diabetes," held each year walk. at Prime Outlets. The next walk is scheduled for Contact: 929-0621 April 7, 2006. Funds raised provide the office F-h ~ j'. \ Vi~ 7, : ,'i DEC. iO 6 P.M. Start from Bradenton Beach Pier andsBimini Bay to Rod & Reel to Fireworks at Anna Maria City Pier at 7:30 p.m. A SPECIAL ISLAND EVENT HOSTED B Anna Maria The Islander With support from the Atnas Maria City Pier. the City of Holmes Beach, Taylor-Made Pvrotechnics ani a hosi of Islander business partners[ Inforn!ation: 77 978 CALL TO SIGN UP! NO FEE! 5-8 .M., FRD AY' DEC. 9 CLOWNS FACE PAINTING SANTA REFRESHMENTS MUSIC & CAROLS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOLMES BEACH BUSINESS DISTRICT and featuring the Manatee High School Chamber Orchestra at The Islander. Prize drawing! Enter at area merchants ... three big packages! Winners announced Dec. 16 in The Islander! 1----- ------------- r 16 WISH M NOV. 23, 2005 M THE ISLANDER tv o sI V~ted All three Island cities' residents, officials, kids, parents, grandparents Everyone! Absolutely everyone's invited to Family Fun Day. a"Please, join us for an ': L old-fashioned gathering of the Anna Maria Island Family." Chuck and Joey Lester Saturday Dec. 17 11-2 p.m. MUSIC FN GAMES FOOD P. IZES Santa Claus is coming to Fun Day, too! DUFFY burgers and Hot Dogs & Sodas All at Old-Fashioned Prices! All prepared by the Duffy's Grill Team! Big and small raffle prizes and much, much more! Family Fun Day...Just like old times! Anna Maria Island Conmunity Center 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria Information: 778-1908 Presented by Chuck & Joey Lester to benefit the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Co-sponsored as a-community service by The Islander. |