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Skimming the news ... Greatest Generation honored, page 16-A. Anna Maria Basketball shoots, page 4-B ,-I lR.- .. ,, ".- --, . "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 11 Jan. 18, 2006 FREE Boatel considered for Bradenton Beach Marina By Paul Roat Changes maybe in store for the Bradenton Beach Marina. Owner Allan Bazzy highlighted renovation plans for the marina on Church Street, just south of the Cortez Bridge on Anna Maria Sound, at a planning and zoning board meeting last week. No plans have been filed at the city, he admitted, but he wanted to be sure that the city's ongoing review of the comprehensive plan would concur with his thoughts on changing the use of the property. Specifically, Bazzy said, he contemplated tearing down the dry-storage facility and replacing it with a 40-unit boatell." The boatel would accommodate "short-term stays, three to five days, with people who would come on a boat to stay in Bradenton Beach." Sandbar site plan in jeopardy? By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Ed Chiles and the Sandbar restaurant could be in danger of starting tf. sn ci.atch iith a new site plan to remodel the existing facility after Chiles failed to meet the city's six-month deadline to return to the city com- mission with a final site plan. Chiles' preliminary plan was approved June 29, but the city code required Chiles to come back to the commission within six months Dec. 29, 2005, in this case with a final plan or request an extension. Attorney Ricinda Perry, representing Chiles, wrote the city a letter in early January asking that the com- mission consider an extension at its Jan. 26 regular meeting. But at the commission's Jan. 12 workshop, Com- missioner Duke Miller suggested that the Sandbar's failure to meet the Dec. 29 deadline meant that the plan was "finished" and Chiles had to start over. Not exactly, said Building Official Kevin Dono- hue. According to the code, the application is "deemed withdrawn unless the city commission grants an exten- sion." The code makes no mention of whether or not the commission can grant the extension before or after the six-month deadline. City Attorney Jim Dye agreed that the site plan is "withdrawn" unless the commission grants an exten- sion, but the commission can grant the extension at any time. He suggested the commission hear the extension application at its Jan. 26 meeting. But at the same Jan. 12 workshop, the commis- sion granted ari extension to the six-month period to the Anna Maria Island Community Center's final site plan submission. Miller wondered why the commis- sion didn"' discuss the Sandbar's request for an exten- sion at the same time. Because Perry asked to be on the Jan. 26 agenda, replied Donohue. Coastal overlay district Commissioners agreed to hire attorney Nancy Stroud of Boca Raton for.a second opinion on the legality and possible future legal challenges of the city's proposed coastal overlay district ordinance. PLEASE SEE SANDBAR, PAGE 3 Bazzy said traditional marinas "are going away. The taxes, insurance, all are going up. It's easier to go to condos, so we're trying to decide whether to discontinue the marina and go condo, or stay in the marina business and just do away with dry storage and build a boatel." He said the actual marina operation of repair and service, complete with lifts to accommodate larger ves- sels, would remain under his boatel vision, but the 80,000-square-foot storage building would be replaced by the rental units. There would also be dedicated space for 40 boats for boatel patrons, he indicated. Planning Board Chairman Bob Dale said that since no plans had been submitted to the city, the board should not address the matter. He added that he hoped that planning consultant Tony Arrant and other board members would "think outside the box" to allow boa- tels and other uses that may not currently be considered in all land-use designations in the city. The marina was one of the more controversial issues facing Bradenton Beach in the mid-1990s after Bazzy applied for land-use changes (residential to com- mercial) to permit the storage structure, part of an esti- mated $1 million in renovations to the site. The city commission at the time denied his variances, prompt- ing him to go to court, where the city's decision was overturned. During the process, Bazzy took 19 residents to task in federal court on grounds that they "... conspired, reached a meeting of the minds, and commenced their scheme to defeat Bazzy's application." An out-of-court settlement was eventually reached between Bazzy and the residents. Play, write Florida Studio Theater actors performed winning student written plays in the media center at Anna Maria Elemen- tary School to inspire students to write their own play for the 2006 Young Playwrights Festival. Two students selected from the fourth- and fifth-grade audience were invited on stage to act as wilderness animals in "The Forgetful Squirrels," a play written by a Manatee County second-grader that concludes, "Just because we're little, doesn't mean we can't do big things." For more information, see inside. Islander Photos: Diana Bogan Quiet trolley coming Manatee County Area Transit has received the first offour new trolleys that will replace the current ones used to operate the Island trolley routes. The new trolleys are much quieter and are equipped to withstand Island weather conditions and saltwater air better than the current equipment, said MCAT marketing director Randy Beckwith. The first of the new trolleys should be implemented into the system in about a week, he said. Islander Photo: Courtesy of MCAT 2-A JAN. 18, 2006 U THE ISLANDER No word yet on beach renourishment By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter If Islanders like a mystery, they might wonder when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will get the beach renourishment equipment and pipes off the Island's beaches in Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. The renourishment project was halted before Christmas by the Corps at the request of contractor Goodloe Marine because the company did not want to continue the project during the winter tourist season. But the Corps and Goodloe have yet to come up with a new start date, or a solution for where the pipes and equipment will be stored until the project resumes. The Corps had originally said they would make a deci- sion by Jan. 6, but postponed that date. A Corps spokesperson said the public would be informed as soon as a decision is reached, but gave no deadline. The Corps had planned to store the equipment and pipes at the Manatee Public Beach, but Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore objected, citing the loss of By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria's planning and zoning board at its Jan. 9 meeting failed to reach a consensus on a recommen- dation in the revised comprehensive plan that would limit construction of new homes on non-conforming lots (5,000 square feet) in the Residential-1 district to a height of just 27 feet. At the same meeting, however, the board's conse- nus on a new structure in the retail-office-residential district favored language that would limit such a build- ing to either one floor of retail-office space and one floor of residential, or two floors of residential space over parking. The board has already given consensus approval to a recommendation eliminating the medium-density residential district. i-. ,.-.. t. 1 ' Still waiting Equipment used in the beach renourishment project by Goodloe Marine is still stored on the beach in Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach, although the project has been halted for the winter tourist season. Islander Photo: Edna Tiemann parking spaces at that location during the height of the winter season. The unsightly scene of idle graders, dozers, trucks and about two miles of pipe on the beach south of the Manatee Public Beach originally prompted some criti- cism from beachfront property owners during Christ- mas, said Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie, but he hasn't had any in the past week. "But I still I haven't heard anything definite about when the pipes and equipment will be moved," he said. A representative from Goodloe Marine did leave a message for him saying the company was working on the problem, but gave no date for removal. "The sooner the better," said Chappie. Anna Maria celebrates Arbor Day The Keep Manatee Beautiful organization in con- junction with the City of Anna Maria will hold a tree-planting ceremony at noon on Arbor Day, Jan. 20, at the Anna Maria Island Historical Park on Pine. Avenue. The group will plant three live oak trees donated by Turner Tree and Landscape on property adjacent to the park. The trees will compliment other native veg- etation at the park planted on previous Arbor Days. The goals, objectives and policies as stated in the proposed comprehensive plan revisions were also dis- cussed and the board plans to examine the proposed future land use map accompanying the comprehensive plan at its next meeting, but set no date. Professional planner Tony Arrant reiterated to the board that under the proposed comprehensive plan revisions, the owner of a non-conforming structure would be grandfathered. In the event of a fire or other natural disaster, that building could be rebuilt as before, providing that the new residence met other code requirements. Once the P&Z has completed its proposed revi- sions, it will hold a public hearing on its recommenda- tions prior to forwarding the revised comprehensive plan to the city commission for a public hearing and approval. You'll love our Beef Wellington. A tender filet mignon, topped with Chef Damon's pate, wrapped in puff pastry, baked golden and served with Bordelaise sauce. Mmmm. It's your choice from 17 dinner entrees, specials and other favorites. S *- BRUNCH and LUNCH Wednesdo',-Saturdlo', 11-2 30 lW SUNIDA, BREAKFAST and LUNCH 8-2 30 DINNER Wed.-Sun frorn 5 30 Island Shopping Cen ter 5406 I.arnna Dri,.e Holmes Beach 941 778 5320 Cuisine ;s Wine & Beer ** 2 " P.XE-DISCOVER- ro44 t9* I Anna Maria comprehensive plan moving THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 18, 2006 M A-3 Holmes Beach land-use changes: Yes and yes By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Holmes Beach city commissioners at their Jan. 10 meeting agreed that a discrepancy between the city's 1989 future land use map and the zoning between the Anna Maria Elementary School and the former More- land Marine should be corrected to favor the type of structures that exist there. City planner Bill Brisson noted that of the 32 dwellings in the affected area between AME and the former marina, 25 are duplexes, yet the FLUM calls for low-density residential while the zoning code allows duplexes. "There is a conflict" between the city codes and the 1989 FLUM, Brisson pointed out, a conflict that recently surfaced when a number of duplex owners in the area wanted to rebuild their units, but were pre- vented by the comprehensive plan. In Brisson's view, the "intent" of the 1989 com- prehensive plan was to allow duplexes in this area, but somehow an error was made. He told the commission- ers they could either change the zoning to R-1 or insti- tute an amendment to the comprehensive plan to change the FLUM for this area to medium-density residential to make the existing duplexes legal and conforming. Presently, duplex owners in the affected area are prevented from rebuilding their duplexes by the com- prehensive plan. Amending the comprehensive plan would allow the Heart attack claims Taylor At press time, The Islander learned that Jim Taylor, owner of Taylor-Made Marine Construc- tion and Taylor-Made Pyrotechnics of Holmes Beach, died in Orlando in the early morning hours Monday, Jan. 16. We at The Islander deemed it fitting to share an anonymous passage that Taylor brought to us to explain his innermost feelings about his craft - fireworks. "I often use the word 'joy' when describing fireworks. It is a considered work, deliberate in choice. Not just amusement, entertainment or astonishment, but joy. "Our art makes us all into children again for awhile. We become one in our experience for the moment, lost in the sound and color and light. We see large forces, stronger than we can be, yet beau- Sandbar plan passes deadline CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The ordinance would limit development of resi- dences on currently unplatted lots in the district to one unit per acre and to a height of just 27 feet. among other restrictions and conditions for development. City planner Alan Garrett said there are 250 parcels in the district, bit he did not yet know ho\' man) \ ere "unplatted," or how many acres the combined parcels would make. The commission heard from Harry Lockwood, who owns a 1.27 acre unplatted parcel in the proposed district. Lockwood asked the commission to consider the affected property owners, noting that he and his family "don't want to get nmvoled in a law suit. but we just want fairness." The commission \\ ill discuss the proposed district again at its Jan. 26 meeting when it expects to have Stroud's opinion on the legality[ of the ordinance. Signage Garrett presented a revised ordinance on signage in the city based upon the results of his r\\o meetings with business o\ ners and the public. Most of the changes in the ordinance were directed at real estate signs advertising "for sale" or "for rent," and the ordinance would reduce the maximum size of a real estate "open house" sign from 5 square feet to 3 square feet. among other changes. Discussion also centered around some-removable real estate signs that are attached to posts in the ground. Building Official Kevin Donohue suggested that the posts, as permanent structures, might require a building permit and engineering. Commissioners also considered eliminating Thanks for the memories Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore, left, and Commission Chair- person Rich Bohnen- bergerpresentedformer chairperson and cur- rent City Commissioner Sandy Haas-Martens with a plaque at the commission's Jan. 10 meeting honoring Haas- Martens for her past two years as chairper- son. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin older duplexes to be rebuilt, resulting in nicer units, said Brisson, but the downside could be more expensive rent- als and a reduction in affordable housing in the city. The city, however, must correct the error, he said. Commissioners agreed that because the vast major- ity of structures are already duplexes, it would be a "hardship" to deny those owners the right to rebuild. Commissioner Roger Lutz, however, was concerned that a major developer was behind the initiative. "Is there tiful in their efforts. Sometimes violent, sometimes restrained. Deliberate beyond imagination at times, coarse and rude at others. "Deadly force, dangerous, dirty stuff. Crafted with sweat. Controlled by the artist. Bringing joy to many. Bringing joy. "To me, the art encompasses all of life. Pain and work, plan and mistake, joy and tragedy. For all the pain, injury and failure we suffer, our efforts bring the joy the magic, to thousands. Not a bad return. Though very few ever recognize the effort, nearly all remember the result, and have for a few moments, the joy. The world is better for an instant. "What more could one want?" Jim leaves behind wife Pidge, children Court- ney, Nick and Kelsey and the joy shared by many who viewed his artistry. (For the obituary, see page 13-A.) window signs advertising "for rent" or "for sale." Further discussion was continued to the commis- sioni's Jan. 26 meeting for the second reading of the ordinance. Line of credit The commission held the first reading of the ordi- nance establishing the city's $1.5 million line of credit with Wachovia Bank under a program funded by the Florida Association of Counties. While Mayor SueLyin argued that language in the ordinance should include utilizing the money for vari- ous capital improvement projects, the commission con- sensus was to restrict use of the funds to just road and drainage projects. The second reading will be Jan. 26. Consolidation Newly elected Commissioner Christine Tollette asked the commission for a resolution to discuss the consolidation issue with the other two Island cities and Commission Chairperson John Quam agreed to bring the issue to the commission's Feb. 9 workshop. SueLynn reported that she was contacted by Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore to attend a meeting with her and Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie to discuss consolidation. -However, said SueLynn, because the meeting 'would be about consolidation of the three Island gov- ernments and not about consolidation of an% services,- she declined the in station as she has no mandate from the commission to pursue consolidation The commission rejected placing a non-binding referendum on consolidation on the November ballot after public opinion appeared to be against any talks about governmental consolidation, only consolidation of some services. a secret guy out there with a plan?" he asked. Brisson said he was not aware of any single individ- ual, but several owners had asked the building depart- ment for a permit to rebuild their duplex, but had been denied because of the comprehensive plan. While he was still suspicious of a major developer attempting to corner the condo market, Lutz said that it would "not be equitable" to keep the area low density residential. The commission agreed to proceed with a public hearing on the proposed FLUM amendment. Commissioners were also inclined to favor a request by Brisson to change the zoning of an area known as Sportsman's Harbor from medium-density residential to low-density residential to make that area "consistent" with the.current land-use designation. Brisson told the commission that of the 58 units in Sportsman's Harbor, 19 are duplexes and the remainder are single-family residences. Of the 19 duplexes, how- ever, only seven are on lots large enough to be consid- ered "conforming" under the current city code. Attorney Scott Rudacille, representing the seven duplex owners whose lots meet the code, requested that the commission consider the fate of the conforming properties. Should the commission change the zoning, he said, it would make those lots nonconforning and restrict the owners from rebuilding their structures. The commission did discuss the possibility of "exceptions" to low-density zoning for the existing duplexes in Sportsman's Harbor, but ultimately agreed to pursue a zoning change with no exceptions. The commission will discuss the issue further at its Jan. 24 workshop session. Meetings Anna Maria City Jan. 18, 6:45 p.m., environmental education and enhancement committee meeting. Jan. 23, 11 a.m., capital improvement advisory com- mittee meeting. Jan. 23, 7 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Jan. 26, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Jan. 18, 2 p.m., city commission work meeting. Jan. 19, 1 p.m., city commission meeting. Jan. 24, 1 p.m., scenic highway committee meeting. Jan. 24, 5 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Jan. 25, 2 p.m., city commission work meeting. Jan. 25, 4:30 p.m., WAVES meeting. Jan. 26, 4:30 p.m., code enforcementboard meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach Jan. 18, 5 p.m., parks and beautification committee meeting. Jan. 20, 1:30 p.m., police retirement board meeting. Jan. 24, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Jan. 25, 7 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Jan. 26, 9 a.m., board of adjustment meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of-interest Jan. 18, 7 p.m., Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting, Bradenton Beach City Hall. Jan. 19, 6 p.m., West Manatee Fire & Rescue District Commission board meeting, Fire Station No. t, 6001; Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Jan. 23, 9:30 a.m.. Sarasota-Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting, Sudakoff Hall, USF-n New College campus, Sarasota. . 4-A 0 JAN. 18, 2006 U THE ISLANDER Old Cortez school nearly new again By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter You name it and it's just about done at the old Cortez school, now being rehabilitated as a museum/ exhibit hall/community center. The new roof is almost done, the electrical system replaced, plumbing ready, drywall up, floors ready for sanding, exposed wood being primed, the whole build- ing reinforced and strapped down. Even better news: It all may very well be finished six weeks from now. Whether a certificate of occu- pancy will be in hand by then is another question. TriTech Construction & Design of Bradenton has the contract for $527,484 for the reconstruction job. The Cortez historic sites manager, Roger Allen, who is in charge of the school project.among others, said one of the biggest and most important jobs was assuring a strong foundation. The old one was replaced in places and the whole underpinning was brought up beyond standard. Another was the strapping-down of the whole building, from roof to foundation. Everything was tied together and down, he said, to meet the most stringent building codes. The windows are next, and they should be ready for installation this week. They are custom made one by one to replace the odd-sized old ones. All of the window frames have already been replaced. Outside the school, the site plan has been submit- ted for the preserve to be developed on the 42 acres of school grounds, including a parking lot south of the building. The Burton Store can then be moved onto the prop- erty from where it has rested for-decades across from the Coast Guard's Station Cortez. It is envisioned as the gateway to the FISH Preserve next door, the 95-acre Going, condo Under a proposal submitted to Manatee County by Fed- eral Resort Properties Inc. of Sarasota, the Holiday Cove RVResort in Cortez would be converted into con- dominiums. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin property bought over the past few years by the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage. Also coming is the Pillsbury Boat Works building. It was donated by the Pillsbury family and Jim Alder- man, owner of Snead Island Boat Works he restored the historic building and will move it.to Cortez when the time comes. There is even a picnic pavilion in the works for the south side of the school grounds, to be financed by a grant from the Parker Foundation. The school was built in 1912 but in its later years was used by late artist Robert Sailors as a home and studio. Manatee County bought it for public use. Condos proposed for Cortez RV park By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The Holiday Cove RV Resort at 11900 Cortez Road would be converted into 78 condominiums under a proposal by Federal Resort Properties Inc. of Sarasota. Kevin Button of FRP said a preliminary plan has been submitted to Manatee County for the condomini- ums, but the planning department has not yet reviewed the application. Button said the company actually has three choices for the property, not just building condominiums, but the condominium option is "preferred." The condominium plan calls for two 39-unit build- ings on the site, along with a clubhouse, pool, play- ground area, docks and boat ramp. Each building would be four stories over parking. Button said the condominium plan would reduce den- sity at the RV site from 14 units per acre to 8.8 units per acre, and traffic onto Cortez Road would be cut by 21 per- cent, according to a traffic study done for the company. A second option the company is considering is to sell the 112 RV sites to individual buyers, thus making the property an RV condominium. The company's third alternative for the property is for Manatee County to purchase the land for public preservation. The Manatee County Commission will set a date to review the application once the county's planning department has reviewed the site plan and made its recommendations. Kiwanians to get Medicare update at Saturday meeting The Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island will hear Sue La Mastro update Medicare developments when the club meets at 8:30 a.m. after breakfast Saturday, Jan. 21. The meeting will be at the Cafe on the Beach, Holmes Beach, where Manatee Avenue runs into the Gulf of Mexico. Further information may be obtained by calling 778-8444. Active-Adult community ~avaiL~ble t innliediaWre- occupwiicy SRptCIOU~ 2, bedrjooiT, AruachMd garages & %cscr-en-d lanai Town.Cmter. : Audiwiwsit~ c Pooh gcoo, ',u. bv appoiSnlorn. 46crS Inn NMitritd Iltand SRrts &jCraCfte show 10am-4:30pm S Sun. Jan. 28 &29 : \ v 1 o Admission and parking are FREE. On site lectures provided by the Wildlife Education Rehabilitation Center. Sto the a booth and vit the irds! top b^the booth ancj visitthe bird%! L1j I ---------- re V~~ -ow". 4"u .... .... TIHE ISLANDER JAN. 18, 2006 A-5 Island consolidation study not By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Although both Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach approved a non-binding referendum last November to discuss the feasibility of consolidating either the two cities or some essential services, the initial effort appears to be lagging. Holmes Beach Mayor Carol Whitmore told the city commission Jan. 10 that she and Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie have not yet been able to schedule a meeting to discuss basic issues. Whitmore said Chappie still has to get permission from his city commission to proceed with a meeting that would include department heads from both cities. She also noted that none of Holmes Beach's depart- ment heads are in favor of consolidation. Commission Chairperson Rich Bohnenberger agreed. "I've always said there's nothing in it for Holmes Beach." So did Anna Maria. That city commission declined to even put the non-binding referendum on the Novem- ber ballot, citing public input against any consolidation with Holmes Beach or Bradenton Beach. Whitmore said she hoped to have more to report at the commission's Jan. 24 meeting. Newest commissioner to talk at civic association meeting David Zaccagnino, Holmes Beach's newest city commissioner, will address the Holmes Beach Civic Association when it.meets Saturday morning. He will talk about "the many problems and con- cerns that Holmes Beach citizens.are being faced with no%\ and .L ill be in the future" when the group meets at. 10:15 a.m. in the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive.' Public input will be welcome after Zaccagnino's presentation, said Al Wierdorn, HBCA president. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-1285. MA Ricky Skagg! Sat. Jan.21 *8 Coronas Racing Pigs Ed & Geraldine Strol Granpa Cratchet Sho S Holy Cow. Stolling A Jim Herrington Strol Manatee Regional Sc Mooma'nia Strolling Mr. Pig Strolling Act Cheerleading Compe S Les McDowell Cowb Steve Gryb Percussi Suncoast Mummers Sunshine Express Cl YB Limited -1/21,2 ,+ . - I 3pm In other business, City Attorney Patricia Petruff said she's completed all the revisions to the proposed ordi- nance governing the use of docks in the Sunrise Boat Basin, a process that has taken more than two years. Bohnenberger said the first reading of that ordi- nance will be on the commission's Jan. 24 meeting agenda. A similar ordinance governing use of dock space in the city's T-end canals between 76th and 79th streets will be brought to the commission once the Sunrise ordi- nance passes. The commission must still establish a dock-use agreement and decide on fees for usage. Those issues will also be discussed Jan. 24. In other business, the commission heard a request by the Anna Maria Island Community Center to install a scoreboard at the baseball field. The board would be donated by the Coca-Cola Company, but the city would have to bear the estimated $3,000 installation cost. Commissioners asked for more details on the size of the scoreboard and a schedule of games when it might be used. The games would be played in the afternoons and on Saturday morning as there are no lights at the field. The commission also approved a $224,000 con- tract with Huffman Trucking of Bradenton to begin the Haverkos II drainage basin. .Whitmore informed commissioners that the Mana- tee County Area Tranist has received the.first of four new trolley\ s that x\ ill be integrated into the Island trol- ley system, replacing the current trolleys. The new trol-. leys are quieter and \\ ill \ withstand the Island's \ weather conditions better than the current trolleys. Kingfish parking Bohnenberger advised the commission .and the public that the Jan. 24 commission meeting should be a fairly full agenda.- In addition to the canal ordinances and proposed land use changes (see separate storN i. the commission will also take public input and discuss a proposal by The Fox Brothers Thurs.*Jan. 19*7pm Fri. Jan.20*3:15 &5pm Sat. Jan. 21*12:30 & 2:30pm s Daily Ailing Act Daily ow- Daily ct- Daily . Ailing Act Daily science & Eng.Fair Daily Act Daily -Daily Mosaic !C PA petition 1/23 M t JZ:f oy Poet 1/20, 21, 24, 28 on.- 1/25 -1/25 _III.__u1.' '7.. loggers 1/21 - 12 5, . 'A I^FBj miss~icvf Gold Bank &llM RL TH N 'IOrF i Doug Stone Tues Jan. 24* 7:30pm Cheerleading Competition Mon* Jan. 23 *6pm . COAST kia-lM.i) I S i BANK "s' '-oB"*l'">l I Fn' -)f l II'\ N K o dtl r ii 1 iOmu ll ln UelL , S!AL M.: MANATEERIVER .,..,'.,.-. + :r. ,.-',In riuT.' B.uK 5 HnraldTribii Red Hoagland UNDC 11I U GMC Pontiac o'm""" moving yet Manatee County to increase parking at the Kingfish Boat Ramp on Manatee Avenue at the city limits. Members of the Westbay Cove Homeowners Asso- ciation have come out firmly against the proposal and have promised to voice their opinions to the commis- sion at that meeting. The county has proposed to cut down the Brazil- ian pepper trees that extend along the shore from the boat ramp to Westbay Cove because these trees are considered "exotic" and "invasive," but Commissioner Roger Lutz has said he considers this explanation just a smokescreenn" for the county to add parking up to the Westbay Cove property line. AID retains name and officers AID is still AID despite losing part of its A All Island Denominations will keep the name although it is one shy of all six churches on the Island. Meeting for that decision and to elect officers for 2006, AID decided that even though Island Baptist Church has dropped out of the organiza- tion, it will still call itself "All" because so many individual Baptists are still active in AID. "And we are optimistic that the church will- rejoin at some point," said AID's president, the Rev. Frank IMcGrath. "We keep'an.open invitation for all churches and all members to participate in our programs." He \% as re-elected president at the meeting, and the rest of the officer roster stays, too: Olga Ippico. vice president: Janet Clark. secretary, and -Rein Mueller, treasurer. Some members of the Baptist congregation objected to a poster permitting alcohol consump- : ion at a fundraising event last summer, prompt- ing the church to officially \\ ithdrex\ from AID. li q*a-t. m.. I Parents .and *i9-5i30nm Fairly Odd Photo I .Srin .lan 299 . Tiger Show Jan 19-29 iatee1 .- r . A ANATtt C4DIU'TY FAIL 43Eu NATl COUNTY A200 r. JANUARY 19-29, 2006 - Manatee County I - I L . . .(" N i ri ZEr ow 77A- 6-A 0 JAN. 18, 2006 TIHE ISLANDER p1n1011 ......__: -.-- '- _-i-' : .- .. :: Where have all the marinas gone? Marina-condominium conversion has taken the backburner to the more media-attractive resort con- versions. But that "highest-and-best-use" caveat that is being used to tax the mom-and-pop motels out of business is also taking its toll on area boaters. We may soon be surrounded by water with no place to dock and nowhere to store boats. Plans have just been floated to do away with the high-and-dry storage at the Bradenton Beach Marina to make room for a boatel a waterfront resort that owners say will attract boaters who seek shelter onshore. It's that or condos., So it goes with the Holmes Beach Marina and Perico Harbor Marina, while Galati Marine in Anna Maria is exclusive to its buyers and Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach is small. And Tidemark Lodge will be selling its boat slips. Then there's the Seafood Shack. Manatee County officials are looking into the acquisition of the huge waterfront tract of land just north of the Cortez Bridge in Cortez. Tentative plans call for a maritime museum, boat ramps and other waterborne amenities. The tentative cost is high something like $14 mil- lion and sentiments diverse in the area. Concerns range from an opportunity for public use that may never come again to the preference by some to replace it with condominiums. We believe the "Shack plan" should be vigorously pursued by Manatee County. We've already got a lot of condos. With Florida boater registration nudging the 1-million mark, and waterfront costs skyrocketing, it is an unfortunate state of affairs that Joe Mari- naowner can't make ends meet. Why work 60-hour weeks to eke out a living when condos can convey retirement? SGovernments to the not th and south have recog- nized the need for public intervention to maintain both access to the water and facilities for the boating public. And certainly there have been missed oppor- tunities and Iegrets Mlanatee County apparently now has in Ham Jones an owner willing to work with the county to let the proper ty become a mix of uses, many of them. public, which h will render the Cortez \ aterfront as a hallmark of the region. It's a \~ iorth\\ while deal. A win-win for all. The Islander JAN. 18, 2006 Vol. 14, No. 11 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bonner@islander.org V. Editorial Paul Roat, News EdiJrr r aji,',_i ,- J._r.:.r.;, D 'ia ina Eo: .ari. -iri,a iiri..-r.:.rg A .: ,,,llI, r, l.: r, -,' I r .r ,-r.r ci .i:,.: -,:r r, I.a.: Ell a Jim Hanson C.:,'rro :, u",-, :' S C. r: e'rgl ui j .. rC. ". kevin@islander.org ior. 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W -rtA~I4 Mi~r TXFl'b. c6Z 4E~f By Egan By Egan SLICK' Oninion Law enforcement complaints I am writing this letter because I am concerned x\ ith the know ledI e from im granddaughier who was stopped by Officer Tom Feriard of Bradenton Be.ich. NI) concern is that Officer Fenrari has nor learned the law pertaiining to ag renewal, along tlith his attitude toward my granddaugiute. which v.as uiicalled for an unprofessional. She received a ticket for out-of-state tags.. My granddaughter is a fulltime student at the local college. The law states students do not have to change tags. During this episode, Officer Ferrara made deroga- tory references reiardini other tfanily members, along with "-bad-mouthing" me. This was uncalled for and professionally out of line. 'Mi granddaughter lost time from school to go to criminal court. The ticket \\as dismissed by a knowl- edgeable judge. Officer Ferrara needs to learn the la\\ priorto stop- ping citizens and stop making derogatory remarks of other citizens that happen to be our relatives. Understand the police department's job s difficult without looking for minor infractions that could have been rectified with good cominmnication skills. I ask Officer Ferrara to stop harassing my family based on the past. This is not a law enforcement job, nor should his attitude be one of a derogatory nature. My granddaughter is a youngg innocent bystander andcnew to tins area. She respects law enforcement, but now she questions. Is she the onl\ one? Dorothy Arling, Briatcenwi Beach Cortez vision Congratulations to Manatee County for its creative vision about the purchase of the Seafood Shack in Cortez. Its proposal is a natural for our coastal community. It preserves a part of our rapidly diminishing waterfront for access by the whole community. It serves to keep one of the last marinas in the county from being turned into a condominium or an exclusive high-dollar yacht club. The venerable Annie's Bait and Tackle, an icon for what the Florida waterfront used to be, friendly and open to everyone, not just the affluent, will also be preserved. The establishment of a tiate-of-the-art inaritne.heri- ta:e center at the locadioni of the Seafood Shack will enrich the experience of all the people in Gulf Coast Florida, including children, students, adults, retirees and tourists. This site is perfect for such a venture, being on the water in a high-visibility location within the historic fishing village of Cortez. Under the leadership of the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage, and as part of the very successful partnership with Manatee County and the Cortez Village Historical Society, the Florida Gul f Coast Maritime Museum is a natural organization to occupy and manage the site. Programs at the maritime heritage center \ ill include a boat-building school. junior and senior sail- ing programs, a rowing program, and an ongoing boat- building and boat restoration program staffed by vol- unteers and a fourth-generation Florida boat builder. An active student program, open to all local boys and girls, will build both sailboats and rowing gigs. The on-site museum will depict the history of fish- ing in the Cortez area since its inception in the 1880s; The exhibit will include both photographs and artifacts. Thus Florida's proud Gulf Coast maritime heritage will be preserved. The property will also include a new Manatee County boat ramp, a restaurant, a small gift shop, and a space for model boat builders. A maritime research library will contain books, photographs, carts and oral history tapes. The docks will include examples of regional tradi- tional and recreational boats as well as a marine railway for doing the necessary maintenance of the sort that has been a traditional part of life on Florida's waterfront. No other site in the county offers anything close to this combination of essential elements. We praise the Manatee County commissioners for their wisdom in contributing so creatively to the culture .and maritime traditions of Florida's Gulf Coast . David Rice, Longboat Key -`B c, THE ISLANDER M JAN. 18, 2006 M A-7 Islander Elka expands into... postage stamps? By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter As if the always-busy Jack Elka doesn't have enough to do as the premier photographer on Anna Maria Island and musician with gigs all over, now he's also in the postage stamp business. He has started with his hallmark aerial photo of the Island on a 39-cent stamp that states "Anna Maria Island U.S.A.," and it is so enthusiastically received among people who have seen it that he probably will expand it to a full line. "Anyone who loves the Island will love this one, he said. "Actually, anyone who loves anywhere can get it on a stamp." He wants to do it for weddings and other big events, for businesses, family portraits, just about any- thing. "Imagine," he said, "sending wedding thank you notes with a photo of the wedding on the stamp." They are legitimate postage stamps, good as any of the myriad versions the U.S. Postal Service prints. The only difference is that Elka's are available from Elka, and cost more $20 for a sheet of 20 stamps, which is how they are sold. He had the Island stamp done by a specialty com- pany he contacts through the Internet, and the company is set up to handle any photo, he said. He expects business from Longboat Key, Sarasota and other points around the area, and he has whole albums of photographs to choose from. And weddings accelerate in April and May, he noted. His beach wed- ding photos and portraits are classics. There will still be time for his avocation as key- board musician with the Billy Rice Band, itself a busy group. Actually, he started as a musician and switched to photography when he came to the Island-in 1980. His home is in Anna Maria, his studio in Holmes Beach. Anyone interested in his new unique products may get in touch at 778-2711. I M- MOSEMEMMIsiae Jack Elka and his new postage stamps. Islander Photo:: Bonner Joy Rigney graduates magna cum laude Shawna Ann Rigney of Holmes Beach was awarded a degree in elementary education from Flagler College, where she graduated magna cum laude Dec. 10. Shawna is the daughter of John and Sherry Rigney of Holmes Beach. Ten years ago in the Jan. 18, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced it would conduct a study on Anna Maria Island of how much beach sand was lost because of Hurricane Opal. Holmes Beach city commissioners proposed restricting rental periods to 30 days in the R-1 district and seven days in the R-3 district. Backtracking from its original decision to have no parking on Gulf Boulevard, the Anna Maria City Com- mission decided it would allow space on the Gulf side of the road for vehicles to load and unload passengers heading to the beach. Date Low High Rainfall Jan. 8 41 61 0 Jan. 9 49 73 .40 Jan. 10 61 77 .10 Jan. 11 63 76 0 Jan. 12 63 76 0 Jan. 13 63 76 0 Jan. 14 59 65 0 Average Gulf water temperature 600 24-hour rainfall accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. Still in the same old place and kickin' bass! 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Date Name shown on card: MAIL START DATE: dThe Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 : E CHARGE IT BY PHONE: (941) 778-7978 OR ONLINE AT islander.org EUi.E U EUEEEEE i=ll EUNNUN EUEUEU MEUN i U E Emmi er I... p asawas RESEE tmorw Pitchers of Bud & Miller Lite Only $7 8-A 0 JAN. 18, 2006 M THE ISLANDER Settling in to AME's new Island home By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter "Old is good, but new is terrific." That was first- grader Joey Cucci's comment as he entered his new school for the first time. After four years of planning, the new school con- struction project is drawing to a close. The new Anna Maria Elementary School two-story building opened to students Jan. 4 and Principal Kathy Hayes said students have done a remarkable job at making the transition. She said it's always hard to open a new school after a holiday, to make the transition mid-year, and espe- cially hard to adapt from an outdoor to indoor facil- ity, but Island students have "surpassed" her "greatest expectations" by making the move with ease. Hayes said teachers spent hours unpacking over the holiday break, and the day before school re-opened, furniture was being put in place. New furniture has been ordered from seven ven- dors and only 50 percent of it has been delivered. Some of the items still to come include work centers and play pieces for primary grades, but 75 percent of classroom furniture is in place. The school also has a surplus of new cafeteria tables it hopes to sell. Hayes said enough tables were delivered to seat all 300 students at one time, instead of accounting for the fact that classes have different lunch periods. Rather than returning the tables and paying a restocking fee, Hayes hopes to sell the surplus to another school. Speaking of surplus, the auction held'Jan. 7 to sell surplus items from the old school building netted $9,500, which will be used to purchase enhancements for the school, such as decor, furniture and other finish- ing touches. Hayes said the Island school is the first in 10 years to be granted the opportunity by the school board to hold an auction. The last school permitted to have an auction was Samoset Elementary School. "We're lucky that school board members saw the value in allowing the community to be involved; we were one of the oldest schools in the district," said Hayes. The bricks from the entryway of the old school *t A- . Chiseling chunks for posterity Hannah Crowe, left, former student at Anna Maria Elementary School, and mom Debbie of Holmes Beach, were intent on preserving a "chunk" ofAME and so theyjoined workers Ron Bell, lower left, and Casey Kerns, right, in removing flagstone from the school exterior, some of which will be offered for sale by the school. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose were not sold at auction as originally intended. Instead, Hayes plans to work with AME's Parent- Teacher Organization to offer them for sale to par- ents, then others in the community. She said a limited number of 75 bricks will be available for sale. The remaining bricks are being reserved for the school's new marquee, staff and special projects. The schedule is a little behind on demolishing the old building. Some of the portables have been removed and bulldozing the classroom wings is to begin Jan. 16. Hayes said it's unfortunate that the demolition will take place when class is in session, however, the major- ity of the work will entail clearing the debris. Two portable buildings remain on campus. 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School coming together CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 currently being used for art and music classes, the other houses the technology lab. Ha\es said the technology lab \\ill remain in the portable this year. and she hopes that next ear there ma\ be classroom space to move it inside the ne'\ building. The room originally des- ignated for the technology lab is occupied bN Ph Ills Onmilak's first-grade class presently. Both remaining portables ha\e been fumigated, repainted. gi\en neSw siding and are accessible by a raised wooden n \ak\waa\. Music and art classes will eventually move into -,l ::- '..- ... . Carpel & Upnolstery Cleaning Slain & Odor Control file and Grout Color. Cleaning and Smin Control! 778-2882 or 387-0607 www.FatCatCarpetCleaning.com LARRY 8 NANCY HOUSE. OWNERS There are so many switches and changes in the Island Players new production that the audience will be enchanted, said director Phyllis Elfenbein. The production, "Murder by Misadventure," will open Thursday, Jan. 26, at the Players' theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, and run until Feb. 12. Elfenbein described the uniique plot as two TV mystery) writers who get into a deadly but hilarious wrangle when one of them \\ants to break away and , rite serious drama for the legitimate stage. "1 don't want to starve," 1 hines his partner, who feels his livelihood depends heavily on the about- to-desert man. One resorts to plotting the murder of the other. who takes up his o\ n plot and ... \well. the tw' listing and turning is off to a strong start. "Two of the worst liars e\er seen." the director describes them. "Their comeuppance arrives for both of them in a unique ending." " Building 9 of the old school once renovations are com- plete. With the main building complete, plans are begin- ning to formulate for added features. The picnic tables were sal\aged from the old school and placed outside the ne\\ cafetena for outdoor dining. The brick pavers from the fonner picnic area \1ill also be salvaged and used to create an additional picnic area beneath the oak trees at the former K-l plaN ground. New pla ground equipment is on the way and the covered pavilion. including former Holmes Beach Commissioner Billie Martini's donor plaque. \1ill be completed soon. AME Guidance Counselor Cindi Harrison said plans are beginmng to come together for the newt peace garden. which w ill be located ne\t to the auditorium. She said the space \ ill be large and hopes to include a labri nth and a pond w' ith a \waterfall. It \ ill also feature the school's memorial trees, an aneel statue for \olun- teer Beth Ann Schieble and benches. The time capsule buried on campus remains Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. 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Tickets at $15 per person are available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday at the box office, at the door one hour before performances, or by calling 778-5755. untouched and the original Island school's bell tower \ill remain in its current location near the auditorium. The hand-painted tiles are currently being stored and w ill be installed in the new school along the interior concrete \walls. Ha\es thanked Mike Pierce and Robert Hicks for dismantling the tile display from the breeze- \wa and securing them until they can be reinstalled. Ha\es also said contractors from W.G. illls have put in extra effort in finishing this project, working sometimes late into the night. "\\.G. Mills has been meticulous in its efforts and \ e ha e received more than \\e expected from our con- struction budget." Ha\es said. "\Ve went back to the school board for additional funds three times. and each time our request \\as granted. tor which I thank Dr. Dearing and the school board. 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Mo Dye of the Anna Maria Island Community Center directs the dancers, who will perform at the Golden Pond Retirement Center and the Bradenton Yacht Club. Dye also teaches "Mixed Movement" course for all at the Center at 9 a.m. Friday. Details are available at 778-1908. Two major band events scheduled at Center The Shaman Band will perform this week and the Bob Zinnerman Orchestra Feb. 9 at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. The first musical appearance, by the Shaman musicians, will present music from Sinatra to Aero- smith from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20. Tickets are available at the door for $15 or in advance for $10 at the Center or by calling 778-1908. The Zinumermn.m iagigegition ii ill play for the Big Band Dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Feb. 9, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island as a benefit for the Center. Tickets at $12 per person are available from Sandy Haas-Martens at 778-1388. Woman's club's international luncheon on program The Woman's Club of Anna Maria Island will have an international luncheon at noon Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Mag- nolia Ave., Anna Maria. It will follow the executive board's meeting, which will begin at 11 a.m. Ginny Smith, program chair, will present a discussion on "Project Smile" by Mary Taylor Jacobs. Members are to bring table service for them- selves and guests as well as a potluck entree. Hostesses will be Barbara Cook, Phyllis Baser and Ruth Gates. Details are available at 794-0624. Hibiscus topic of garden meeting The Island Garden Club will have its first meeting of the year and potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, with the growing of hibiscus as topic of the evening. The meeting will be in the social room at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Rae and David Flanders of Palmetto will pres- ent the program, and blooms of the classic flower will be on display. Additional information may be obtained by call- ing 778-5538. Shell club preparing festival The Sarasota Shell Club is making plans for its 43rd annual festival, scheduled Feb. 17-19 at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail. Shells will be on display, arts and crafts involving shells will be shown, art demonstrations given hourly,' and door prizes and silent auctions are on the program. Exhibits will be judged by a panel. Proceeds are to be donated to Mote Marine Labo- ratory and Sarasota High School's marine laboratory. Details may be obtained by phoning 739-0908. Roser church schedules breakfast, yard sale A pancake breakfast at Roser Memorial Commu- nity Church is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 21, along with an "everything goes" yard sale at the church's thrift shop. The breakfast will be from 8 to 11 a.m. in the fel- lowship hall, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, adults $4 and children half price. The yard sale will be from 9 a.m. until noon across the street in the thrift shop parking lot. "The best bar- gains will be available at 9 a.m.," a spokesperson said. Additional details may be obtained by calling 778-0414. 'Road rage' control added to safe driving course A two-day safe driving course with a new feature will be Jan. 26 and 27 at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The new chapter is on "road rage," how to deal with the atiger of other drivers and how to control your own anger, said James "Stretch" Fretwell, who has taught the AARP courses here for more than a decade. The basic aim of the course is to help mature drivers anticipate and avoid crashes. The classes are from noon to 4 p.m. both days and attendance is required both days to qualify a driver for significant reduction in auto insurance rates. The $10 fee covers the cost of the textbook. Advance registration is required by phoning 776-1158. Dean to present watercolor workshop at ArtCenter Watercolor artist Shirley Rush Dean, known on Anna Maria Island for her exhibits at the Island Gallery West, will present a workshop on watercolor composi- tion from 10 a.m. to 3 p.mn. Saturday, Jan. 21., at Art- Center Manatee, 209 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. Dean was assistant professor at the University of Maryland, teaching design and color theory there and lecturing in design at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington, D.C. Cost of the workshop is $40 for society members, $55 for nonmembers. Those interested may obtain details and register at 722-2314. Inge and Alan Boudreau, part-time residents of Bradenton Beach, are co-chairing the Bradenton Opera Guild's annual concert. 'Stars of Tomorrow' opera concert due at Neel The Bradenton Opera Guild will present the 18th "Stars of Tomorrow" concert Sunday, Jan. 22, at the Neel Center for Performing Arts. It will be from 2 to 4 p.m. at the center, 5860 26th St. W., Bradenton, on the Manatee Community College campus, It will consist of fully staged opera scenes as well as excerpts from others sung in concert style. Tickets at $12.50 may be arranged through the co- chairs of the concert, Alan and Inge Boudreau, snow- birds who winter in Bradenton Beach, 756-9503. 'Cards' party on Longboat Key The St. Mary Star of the Sea Church Ladies Guild will sponsor a "Kings and Queens of Cards" party at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the church's Stella Maris Activity Center, 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Participation costs $10 per player and includes luncheon, a spokesperson said. Details may be obtained by calling 383-1255. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-7pm coral Way Plaza (noxf to Post Office & KFC) 7828 Corfe Rold WeFf RUN I Griffin lecture, book signing coming in Mote Series "Longboat Blues" author Terry Griffin will lecture and autograph books Jan. 24 at Mote Marine Laboratory as part of Mote's "Mystery Writers With a Florida Connection" series. The appearance will be at 2 and 7:30 p.m. in the New Pass Room of the Mote Keating Educa- tion Center, 1599 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, on City Island at the south end of the New Pass Bridge. Tickets at $10 are available at Mote Aquarium and the Mote library and at the Longboat Key Library, 555 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Proceeds go to the Arthur Vining Davis Research Library at Mote. Details may be obtained by calling 388-4441, ext. 333. Hazardous waste pickup Jan. 28 Manatee County in conjunction with the three Island cities and Longboat Key will hold a free hazard- ous waste/e-waste pickup day for residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, at the Holmes Beach City Hall at 5801 Marina Drive. Items such as solvents, latex and oil-base paints, garden pesticides, household chemicals, ammunition, flares, waste oil, propane, boat bilge float switches, pool chemicals, old gasoline in approved containers, batteries, televisions, computer components such as printers, scanners, fax machines and CPU keyboards, copiers, video and audio equipment, small household electrical appliances, cell phones, digital cameras and battery chargers will be collected. Radioactive (smoke detectors) and bio-hazardous materials, including needles and syringes, will not be accepted. Small businesses that generate hazardous waste may bring the waste to the collection, but there will be a fee charged for disposal. The items must be brought to the Holmes Beach City Hall for disposal. Nominations being sought for chamber honors The Longboat-Lido-St. Armands Chamber of Commerce has.opened nominations for three awards to small businesses, open to some on Anna Maria Island. Deadline for nominations is Feb. 4, with the awards to be announced at the chamber's annual Small Business Week breakfast June 20. The competition is open to anv small business that is a member of the chamber. A\% ards are made to the Small Business of the Year x ith 10 or Tfe\ er employees, another to a business* \\ ith 11 or more employees, and Rookie Business of the Year that has been in business three years or less as of Jan. I. Entrants will be evaluated on basis of excellence in business or profession, community service, and inno- vation in product or service offered. Entry forms are available at the chamber office, 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, or may be arranged by calling 383-2466. Museum has alligator exhibit, seeks others to show The Anna Maria Island Historical Society's museum has set up an alligator exhibit and opened the way for other collections to be shown there. On display now are memorabilia loaned to the museum by Pat and Doug Copeland, said the museum director, Sissy Quinn. It has everything from an alliga- tor skull to purses, souvenirs, knick-knacks and jew- elry featuring the Florida saurian, she said. She plans to rotate other collections into the museum displays every two or three months, and is seeking them from others on the Island. She asks pro- spective donors to call her at 778-0492. The museum and its Belle Haven historic cottage store at 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, are open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sat- urday. Longboat Education Center registering for winter term The Education Center on Longboat Key has open- ings in several programs for winter term and is still accepting registrations, a spokesperson said. The term runs from January until mid-April. Fees apply for all courses. Included among the courses with openings are "The Play's the Thing," Mondays; "What's Your Poison?" detailing plusses and minuses of prescription drugs, Tuesdays; "The Human Brain," with retired clin- ical neurologist Dr. John Hornblow, Wednesdays; "The Jewish Doctor," medicine through the ages and around the world, Fridays; "Behind the Mystery," with novel- ist Stuart Kaminsky, Fridays; "Watercolors" taught by Sue Cotton for all levels of artistic development, Mon- days. The center is at 5370 Gulf of Mexico Drive, in the Centre Shops. For details and registration, call 383-8811. Carl parks will give a pipe organ recital at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Jan. 22. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan Pipe organ recital here Sunday Longtime Island organist Carl Parks will play the only pipe organ on Anna Maria Island in a one- hour recital Sunday, Jan. 22, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. The program, starting at 3 p.m., is open to the public, with a reception following the recital. Parks will perform "Fantasia in G Minor," nick- named "The Great," by Johann Sebastian Bach and a concerto by Antonio Vivaldi that Bach transcribed for the organ. Works by other composers will round out the program. "Baroque composers wrote some of the most dra- matic and powerful music for the organ in the key of G Minor," said Parks, "and Bach's great 'Fantasia' is a good example. Bach loved Vivaldi's music so much that he transcribed six of his concertos so they could be played on the organ." He pointed out that unlike most Florida churches, Gloria Dei has an entirely acoustic instrument. "Pipe organs use wind to produce sound and deliver its energy in a variety of ways. It uses pipes of every size and shape imaginable. "In contrast, electronic instruments first synthesize the sound, then deliver it over loudspeaker diaphragms that can move in only two directions. The difference compares to attending a live symphony concert versus listening to a recording." Gloria Dei installed a small pipe organ when it was built in 1962 and has updated it and added to it to make its 700-pipe organ of today. The church is at 6608 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach. Additional information may be obtained by call- ing the church at 778-1813. 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Memorial services for Ms. Liming will be at 2 p.m. Feb. 18 at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Memorial con- tributions may be made to the church, designated for the Rose Garden. She is survived by sister Doris Moser of Silver Spring, Md.; a niece; two nephews; 17 grandnieces "and grandnephews; a great-grandniece; and a great- grandnephew. Wiley 'Gene' E. Moss Wiley "Gene" E. Moss, 81, of Anna Maria, died Jan. 8. Mr. Moss moved to Anna Maria 49 years ago from Kansas. He was a graduate of Wichita University. He taught at Walker Junior High School "- and Anna Maria Elementary i'-- School. He also worked as a vocational rehabilitation coun- selor for the State of Florida, Moss helping the handicapped. "If there was anything nearer and dearer to Gene's heart, it was his work with vocational rehabilitation," said wife Elizabeth. He and Richard Wiggins began a night school for farm laborers in Rubonia, teaching reading and writing. He and fellow teacher Bill Aldrich insti- tuted science fairs in Manatee County schools. And Gene and the late George Norwood began the Roser Memorial Community Church Van Ser- vice, transporting church members to services, church functions and shopping. He was a longtime member of the Anna Maria Island Rotary Club, serving as president and recognized as a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow. He and wife Elizabeth were named Anna Maria citizens of the year in 2003 by the Anna Maria City Commission. "Gene loved elder hostels," Elizabeth said, "and we went to 14 of them. including international ones in Scotland, England, Australia and New Zealand. He also liked cruises. We went to Alaska, through the Panama Canal, and took all the children and grandchildren on the Big/Red Boat, which was a thrill for everyone." Memorial Sern ices were Jan. 14 at Roser Memorial Communit\ Church. conducted by his son, the Re\. Ed Moss. Memorial contributions may be made to the church's van fund, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216: the Lottie Moon Fund at West Bradenton Baptist Church, 1305 43rd St. W., Bradenton FL 34201: or the Braden River Bap- tist Church, 5412 State Road 64 East, Bradenton FL 34208. He is survived by %\ ife Elizabeth: sons Ed and Jim; daughter Beth: and nine grandchildren. Gerarda 'Gerry' Plese Gerarda "Gerry" Plese, 89, of Bradenton, died Jan. 10. Born in Grand Rapids, Mich., Mrs. Plese moved to Bradenton in 1970. She was a reading teacher in Michi- gan and at Samoset Elementary School until her retire- ment. She was a member of the American Association of University Women, Manatee Professional Business and Women's Club, Florida Retired Educator's Associ- ation and Kappa Kappa Iota. She was a former member of Sweet Adelines. She was a member of Legion of Mary at St. Joseph's Church. Visitation was Jan. 13 and Funeral Mass Jan. 14. Brown and Sons Funeral Home, 26th Street Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. She is survived by daughters Terri Wallis of Bradenton Beach, Patricia Gussin of Longboat Key, Joanne Savage of Bradenton; and Mary Ann Bole of Englewood; sons Donald of LaBelle and Edmund of Overland Park, Kan.; 21 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Mary Winheim Mary Winheim, 97, of Bradenton, died Jan. 12. Mrs. Winheim was a retired special education teacher in New York State. She was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Holmes Beach, and a member of the Ladies Guild. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 18 at the church, 207 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Manasota Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 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He was a marine contractor and owner of Tay- lor-Made Marine Construction. He also owned and operated Taylor-Made Pyrotechnical Entertain- ment. There will be a gathering of family and friends Streetlife Island police reports Anna Maria City Jan. 6, 600 block of South Bay Boulevard, criminal mischief. Someone spray-painted the front of a house with an unknown word. Jan. 6, 600 block of South Bay Boulevard, crimi- nal mischief. The front wall of a rental unit was spray- painted with various graffiti. Jan. 7, 700 block of South Bay Boulevard, tres- pass on construction site/criminal mischief. Graffiti was spray-painted on a construction trailer and porta- potty. Jan. 7, 700 block of South Bay Boulevard, criminal mischief. While checking the area for related incidents of vandalism, a deputy found street signs in four loca- tions painted with graffiti. Bradenton Beach Jan. 8, Cortez Road and Gulf Drive North, criminal mischief. 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Taylor is survived by wife Pidge; daughters Courtney and Kelsey; son Nick; and brother Joe Taylor of Whitehall, Wis. over and noticed a small dent and chip in the paint on the side door of her vehicle. She told police that she believes someone hit her vehicle with something:on purpose. Holmes Beach Jan. 10, 100 block of 49th Street, burglary. A man returned home and reportedly found his front door slightly open and a sliding glass door on the second- story appeared to have been forced open. Nothing was reportedly disturbed or missing inside the home. Jan. 10, 2700 block of Gulf Drive, battery. A man was arrested after reportedly slamming a refrigerator door intentionally on anther person's arm. Jan. 11, 3200 E. Bay Drive, Shells restaurant, assault. Officers responded to a fight taking place behind the restaurant. A man was arrested at the scene for attempting to hit another man with a bat. According to the report, the suspect was intoxicated and the fight allegedly began when the other person would not let him drive his car. PIPE ORGAN CONCERT Carl Parks Plays Music of Bach And Vivaldi 'Sunday Jan. 22 3pm loria Dei Lutheran Church 6608 Marina Drive Holmes Beach t Free Will Offering I~ Reception Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Richard Baker Saturday 5pm Service of Celebration -unday 8 and 10:30 am -Worship Services S Nursery available at 10:30am .gloradedutheran.com 608 Marina Drive S ..Holmes Beach 778-1813 AME prepares to walk a mile for science By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter It's no secret to Anna Maria Elementary School par-. ents that third-grade teacher Karen Newhall is enthusi- astic about science. So this year, with the school's text- book budget earmarked for science, Newhall is upping the ante with a fundraiser to not only expand the pur- chasing power for the school's science program, but also ignite student excitement. Students in all grade levels will be participating in "Walk A Mile for Science" walk-a-thon from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 14 in the school yard, near the basketball court. Each class will have a 30-minute time block - 20 minutes to walk and 10 minutes for refreshments. Each year the school budgets money for textbook adoptions. Last year, new social studies books were purchased and 2004 money was earmarked for a math book adoption. This year the science program is to be updated. Newhall said the cost to provide all grade levels ,- with new materials is $19,000. The walk-a-thon goal is to raise $5,000, and each student who earns at least $20 in pledges will receive a walk-a-thon T-shirt that reads "Proud to be a Scientist at AME. This will provide all grade levels with workbooks, software, equipment kits, videos, grade-level reading books and textbooks. Newhall has already secured a $500 grant from the Junior League, which she has used to purchase storage bins and some small equipment. She said the grant and the fundraiser will enable teachers to have resources -, that are currently unavailable, such as a bin of 30 mag- nifying glasses enough for every student in a class. PLEASE SEE SCIENCE, NEXT PAGE AN INTERDENOMINATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HARVEY MEMORIAL /22 REV. JOHN FOUIKROD ....... 1/29 ~ REv.STEPHEN KING Sunday 9:30am 779-1912 www.harveymemorial.org 300 CHURCH AVE; BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TOWER rser 0l6emarial imnmuixniti jthiurdC An Interdenominational Christian Church Rev. Gary A. Batey Serving the Community Since 1913 Come Celebrate Christ Worship Service: 9am and 11am Adult Church School: 10am Children's Church School: 9am Youth Church School: 9am I Transportation & Nursery Available 512 Pine Ave, Anna Maria 778-0414 www.rohserchurch.com .4A-- a .---- -------- bes newse anywhere... -_. _.- ----- --.,. ................ .....,... ... . .., .S ,,. -_.. -. ... .o. .. . 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FST actors performed several stu- dent-written selections from the 2005 festival in the school's new media center, in addition to guiding AME stu- dents in scripting scenes for on-the-spot performances. Science walk set CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Newhall said teachers will also be able to access everything they need to teach a science lesson by pulling out bins containing materials that are orga- nized by chapter corresponding to their class textbook. "All the stuff you need to teach the chapter will be there when you need it. You won't have to go to another teacher to borrow extra microscopes, it will make teaching easier," she said. If the allure of potential science experiments isn't enough, Newhall has lined up some exciting incentives to motivate students and add to the fun of the walk-a-thon. Harcourt Publishers is spon'soirng prizes for all participants and top fund- raisers will earn other prizes, such as a build-your-own-radio kit from Radio Shack, "Shell & Tell" bags from Sun -. Florida Studio p-1 4. Theaterperform "The Magic Snow," a poignant play penned by a ,4 Manatee County second-grader about making a wish -for a father to come home from Iraq. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan ire AME writers Through their performance, the play- makers taught students the key ingredi- ents to writing a play setting, charac- ters, dialogue and conflict. This year's plays showed students that it's OK to explore emotions like sad- ness, that friends stick together, and that you can never be too little to dream big. Each year the festival draws thou- sands of entries, and in 2005 student entries came from students as far as Russia and Scotland. Now in its 13th year, the program has reached one mil- lion students. Writers can submit as many plays as they wish as long as they follow the guidelines below: The contest is open to all students in kindergarten through 12th-grade. Plays should be one to five pages in length. PLEASE SEE PLAY, NEXT PAGE & Surf Resortwear, gift certificates from Waldenbooks, butterfly kits and more. Top prizes include four one-day passes to the South Florida Museum and a grand prize featuring a one-year family membership to G.Wiz Science Museum in Sarasota. Local restaurants have also pitched in with donations. During the walk, these will be awarded at random and include items from Ooh La La! Bistro, Mr. Bones Barbecue Restaurant, Bone- fish Grill, Eats and Treats, and more. The class raising the most money will have a pizza party to celebrate. Pledge envelopes have been distrib- uted to-, students and are due back by Feb. 1. Parents can get a sneak peek at the new Harcourt Science Series at the Par- ent-Teacher Oiraanization meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 24 at tie school. For more information, call 708-5525. 1910 14th St. W. Bradenton MONDAY-SATURDAY 9 6 SUNDAY 11 5 FAST DELIVERY 755-9394 747-2959 Between Manatee Avenue and Cortez Road on 14th Street W. (41 N. Bus.) VIsA 2'Limited Availability on Selected Items Anna Maria Elementary School menu Monday, Jan. 23 Breakfast: French Toast Sticks, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Chicken Nuggets or Maxx Sticks with Marinara Sauce, Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, Garden Salad, Sliced Peaches Tuesday, Jan. 24 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt, Fruit Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs or Sloppy Joe Sandwich, Tator Tots, Baked Beans, Fruit Cocktail Wednesday, Jan. 25 Breakfast: Cheese Omelet, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Chicken Pattie on a Bun or Chicken Noodle Soup with Half Hoagie, Crinkle-Cut Fries, Green Beans, Applesauce Thursday, Jan. 26 Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito, Cereal, Toast, Fruit, Graham Crackers Lunch: Chili or Oven Roasted Chicken, Steamed White Rice, Lettuce and Tomato Cup, Pineapple Tidbits, Happy Birthday Cupcake Friday, Jan. 27/ Breakfast: Sausage Gravy with Biscuit, Cereal, Toast, Fruit, Bagels Lunch: Pizza or Barbecue Sandwhich, Corn, Coleslaw, Sliced Pears Juice and milk are served with every meal. Wednesday, Jan. 18 10:30 a.m. to noon Latin dance class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Noon Anna Maria Garden Club pre- sentation on table top designs with master floral gardener Cindy Perez at the Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-3665. Thursday, Jan. 19 9 to 10:15 a.m. Yoga with Preston Whaley Jr. at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. Information: 778-2099. 2:30 to 4 p.m. Basics of Interior Design four-week class with Betina Sego at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 4 p.m. Poetry reading at the Long- boat Key Center for the Arts, 6860 Long- boat Drive S., Longboat Key. Information: 383-2345. Fee applies. 6:30 p.m. Island Garden Club pre- sentation on hibiscus growing at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-5538. Friday, Jan. 20 Noon Arbor Day tree planting with the City of Anna Maria and Keep Manatee Beau- tiful at the Historical Park on Pine Avenue,, Anna Maria. Information: 795-8272. 8 to 11 p.m. -The Shaman Band per- forms at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Saturday, Jan. 21 8 to noon Pancake breakfast and "Everything Goes, Let's Bargain" sale at Roser Memorial Community Church and Thrift Shop, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-0414. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club meeting with guest Sue La Mastro with an update on Medicare at Cafe on the Beach, Mana- tee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 10:15 a.m.- Holmes Beach Civic Asso- ciation meeting with guest David Zaccagnino, Holmes Beach city commissioner, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1285. 6:30 p.m. Anna Maria Island Rotary Club Extravaganza and Casino Night at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 746-7517. Fee applies.- Sunday, Jan. 22 2 to 4 p.m. Bradenton Opera Guild presents "Stars of Tommorow" at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5860 26th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 756-9503. Fee applies. 3 p.m. Pipe organ recital by Carl Parks at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina .Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1813. Monday, Jan. 23 -8:30 a.m. Internet class at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6341. Noon Anna Maria Island Demo- cratic Club presents "Election 2006: What's Ahead?" with Susan MacManus at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 778-9287. 1 to 3 p.m. Stepping-stone craft class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Play aid sought CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 There is no restriction on style, subject or form. Collaborations are permitted. Scripts must be typed or printed and stapled or bound. Scripts must have a cover page, including date of submission, title of play, name, date of birth, home address and phone number, school address, grade le el and teacher. A copy of the original play must be submitted by Febi 13t to de Young Play- wrights Festival. Florida Studio Theatre, 4 and 7 p.m. "Bottlenose Dolphins & Noisemaking Fish: An Arms Race between Predator and Prey" lecture presentation by Dr. Damon Gannon at Mote Immersion Cinema, 1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Infor- mation: 388-4441. Fee applies. Tuesday, Jan. 24 7:30 to 9 a.m. Longboat-Lido-St. Armand Keys Chamber of Commerce awards breakfast at the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort, 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-8217. Fee applies. 10:30 a.m. Friends of the Island Branch Library present Earthbox creator Blake Whisenant at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Inforamtion: 778-6341. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Stepping-stone craft class continues at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 2 p.m. "Mystery Writers with a Flor- ida Connection" at the Mote Keating Edu- cation Center, 1599 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441, ext. 333. Fee applies. 5:30 p.m. Relay for Life kickoff event at the MiraMar Room at the Bridge Walk Resort, Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Information: 745-1214 ext. 21. 7:30 p.m. "Mystery Writers with a Florida Connection" at the Mote Keating Education Center, 1599 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441 ext. 333. Fee applies. Ongoing: National Watercolor Society member Jacquie Clark window exhibit at the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through Jan. 20. Information: 778-6694. James Pay Memorial Exhibit at the Anna Maria Island Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, through Jan. 27. Infor- mation: 778-2099. Contemporary and traditional art exhibit at Wallace Fine Art Gallery, 5350 Gulf of Mexico Drive, No. 103, Longboat Key, through Jan. 30. Information: 387-0746. "The Highwaymen," Florida's African- American landscape painters exhibit at the South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W.; Bradenton, through March 12. Information: 746-4131. Fee applies. Upcoming: Longboat Key Historical Society meet- ing with guest Dora Walters Jan. 26. Island Players "Murder by Misadven- ture" Jan. 26. Winemakers' Dinner for the Longboat Key Center for the Arts Jan. 26. Florida West Coast Symphony "Mas- terworks" at Neel Performing Arts Center Jan. 27. Hazardous-waste collection Holmes Beach City Hall Jan. 28. Chicken barbecue at the Anna Maria Island Power Squadron Jan. 28. "REEF: Engaging Citizen Scientists in Marine Conservation' at Mote Marine Aquar- ium Jan. 30. "Kings and Queens of Cards" party at St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, Longboat Key Jan. 31. Save the Date: Jazz Fest at the Anna Maria Island Historical Museum Feb. 2. Sweet Adelines' "Sweethearts of the Shimmering Shawls" at.Neel Performing Arts Hall Feb. 4. Art Festival at Coquina Beach Feb. 4-5. 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota FL 34236. Scripts will not be returned. For more information, call Jim - Ragona at 366-9017, or visit the the- ater Web site at www.fst2000.org and click on the link for "Write a Play/In the Schools." A new feature of the Web site is a link for festival alumni. The alumni page lists past winners and their current achievements. AME students have a history of penning winning plays. Past Island winners interested in sharing their cur- rent endeavors with FST can e-mail megana@fst2000.org, THE ISLANDER E JAN. 18, 2006 m A-15 MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLANS HAVE YOU CONFUSED ? AFRAID OF SKYROCKETING MEDICATION COSTS ? 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Indeed, he was inducted into the U.S. Arms in SNovember 1942 and figured he was a sure candidate for the infantry. During basic training, however, he passed the Army's test for Morse Code. Instead of more infantry training, he \ as sent to the U.S. Arm- Air Corps radar school in Chicago. He had become a "fl bo." After radar school. Jim was assigned to the 442nd Troop Carrier Conunand and placed as a radar opera- tor aboard a specialized C-47 Dakota aircraft (DC-3 to ci ilians). "'We called it the 'bucket of bolts.' It was the onlh plane I've e\er been in that can fl with both engines Soff. In fact, the pilot had to fly with both engines shut down as part of our training. That was fun." he said w ith a laugh. "Radar on a plane \%as new in those days and only a few of the Dakotas had them. We were told we were going to be pathfinders. I didn't kno\t what that meant, " but I was about to get an education." :. The 442nd trained with the 82nd and 101st Air- borne Di\ ision in paratrooper drops, practicing both day and night operations. - Jim learned that as a, "pathfinder" aircraft, the plane's mission ~as to go: in first to drop airborne troops who would establish drop zones for other para- troopers. In other words, the pathfinders would be first on 2005 SMALL BuSINEss PERSiN OF THE YEAR Island ' SChiropiaetie S n Dr. Kathleen Goerg Massage Therapy Also Available! -.i^:: L..f MA3.3U -" '.' 778-0722 3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach. FL 34217 Visit our Ileb site: www.lslandchiro.com Veteran carrier Mount Vernon resident Jim A.r i son as a member of the 442nd Tho'p Carrier Group in England just prior to the D-Day iim a nin. any operation. The 442nd \as ordered to Englandin March 1944 and, after arrival, it didn't take Jim and his crew mem- bers long to figure out the\ \ ere there for the invasion *of Europe. "'We practiced again \ith the 82nd and 101st. Every one was talking in\ asion, so'we knew %ee %'ere going in first. "We got loaded down the night of June 5. We would be the first Allied soldiers over the continent of: Europe heading up the invasion. but everybody was read\. This was what \ e had trained for." ;;At 1:30h6n-the morning of June 6, 1944, Jim and his cret mates began dropping members of the 101st Airborne's Pathfinder Brigade near the town of St. Mere Eglise in occupied France. a town made famous in the movie "The Longest Day" and in the HBO spe- cial "Band of Brothers." S"We went in at 1.500 feet and the Germans opened up their ack-ack on us real good. But \ e got the path- finders out and we got back to England for another. mission." Jim and his crew flew all day, either dropping sup- Griffith-Cline has been serving Anna? Maria families for over 45 years. SWe honor all competitors prearranged funeral contracts and encourage price comnarisons. .. 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While that mission went fairly smoothly, a subse- quent flight to resupply General Patton's 3rd Army with gasoline was the only time Jim was ever really "scared" on a flight. "We had to load up the plane with these 5-gallon jerry cans full of gasoline. You bet we were worried because all it would take \as one tracer bullet to hit a can and we'd be a big firecracker in the skN. I can tell you we were a happy bunch rhen we got those cans delivered to Patton." Then came Bastogne in mid-December, the German Army's last. desperate attempt to defeat the Allies. The 101st w as surrounded at Bastogne and the onl\ way to get supplies \ as by an airdrop. but bad weather canceled a drop scheduled for Dec. 21. In the mean- time. the situation was grim for the paratroopers. "We were told they had no food. winter clothes. medical supplies or ammunition. We wanted to go. even in the bad weather, but the generals said 'no.'" Finally on Dec. 24, 1944, the 442nd was able to make the drop, cormng in at 500 feet to avoid German anti-aircraft fire. "We didn't get hit by the big guns, but enough small guns hit us that it damaged our rudder. We had to make an emergency landing in Brussels to get it fixed. We counted more than 100 bullet holes in the plane, but luckily. none of us got hit." - Jim and his crew continued their supply missions and, in March 1944. flew part of the 17th-Airborne for Operation Varsirt. w which w as theAllied air drop across the Rhine River. "B\ then. \ e knew the war \as w indirig down. We just hoped e'd make it. E \er3 mission, we would lose a plane full of pals to German fire. But we made it to PLEASE SEE GREATEST. NEXT PAGE Accounting Serv'ices Firiancrl Statemrnts Condo Associations Payroll & Pjyroll Taxes Income Tax Preparation Bank Reconciliations Ben Cooper and Associates Inc. BEN COOPER, E.A., KAREN COOPER 3909 E. 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He got married in 1949 and had four children and now has four grandchildren. He now lives in Mt. Vernon and is vice commander of the Mt. Vernon Veterans Club, an informal group of veterans that meet once a month to discuss veteran issues. "I'm proud of my service. I think my military expe- We'll pay you when your income stops. ur plan is de,;igned i.. pr.-l, Id; you money Slien .uhr in,.,ine c,-p, if'.,ou .jc disabled from sickness or accident \ n ..la bill inco-i e prote ric:, I, i au nc, in'urancc. \oi r rc proiec fed na i 1.here in the 1 .o.rld. 4 hur j da.. .on c offt iric -. 11 F:r inOre delairi cou-ijr >'u] I Leri, [,& il luto-Ouners Insurance Jiu Mixon Ilisurance Inc. 54-11 ri riar Dr,. .e Iilar ,d Sr..pp.-i,Cg C..-r- Holir,'e: B :.h (941) 778-2253 ,I -:..H i F ._- .:L J-L iF ''F iJ l,-: l,.': il JI I IL riences made me the man I am. When I got in a tight spot as a civilian, I would think that this was nothing' compared to Bastogne or D-Day. I'd do it all over again if I had to." Just another member of The Greatest Generation. "The Greatest Generation" column is for Island, Longboat Key, Perico Island and Cortez veterans, man or woman, who served in the armed forces of any allied country (U.S., Canada, Britain, Holland, Norway, France, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, etc.) during World War II. We'd like to hear from you. Please call Rick Catlin at 778-7978. .; Just ask for me- I'll be the bag behind the counter -'. ,i ':, leed to go street :roi i iii in New York City .. v r' ii ii i .:iu: l rnam es! I" .,.. ,,, L, ie *Metallic *1 ij, .J. l .-1li li 1 : Acce oies T., i Located in the Bradenton Outlet Mall 773-1204 6605 Manatee Ave. W. MI enlii:in thir ,d 1,l10b off Regular pier guys The Anna Maria City Pier Regulars met just before Clriinntmai a. where else, the Anna Maria City Pier to hand out about 100 gifts to friends and regulars. Help- ing with the celebration ".rei, pier manager Dave Sork and Pier Regular President Frank Almeda. Islander Photo: Paul Roat Tri-island chamber's awards breakfast next Tuesday The chamber of commerce representing three bar- rier islands to the south will have its 47th annual meet- ing and awards breakfast Tuesday morning, Jan. 24. It will be from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort, 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive, for the Longboat Key-Lido Key-St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce. The chamber Member of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Eager Beaver of the Year award winners will be announced, as will the Chairman'. A,\ ard recipiell. Reservations at $20 per person are being taken for the event by the chamber at 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, or by telephone at 383-8217. 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SERVING THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS State Certified/Licensed and Insured Locally owned and-operated I -.,; 18-A 0 JAN. 18, 2006 U THE ISLANDER Sales office coming for Perico's condominium project? While no one at the St. Joe Co. is commenting, sources in the local real estate industry say the dou- Surely a sale Work crews last week installed park- ing spaces and a walkway to this dou- blewide trailer in front of the Perico Harbor Marina, apparently in antici- pation of the St. Joe Co. opening a sales " office for its planned. 686-unit condomin- - ium project on the adjacent property. N.. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin Suhr DyRbad fr allyourhoidayne Cal 77-664 o Icoe ad ick'mu.W hp 307GufDive ole BahF blewide trailer installed in front of the Perico Harbor Marina last week appears to be a sales office for St. 'The best hamburgers and the coldest mugs of beer this side of Heaven." -Miss B uff www.DuffysTavemAMl.com Pat Geyer, Proprietress OPEN 11-8 CLOSED TUES. 59TH & MARINA DR. HOLMES BEACH 778-2501 Joe's Perico Island condominium project. Efforts to confirm the trailer will be a sales office with St. Joe vice-president Ed Leonard in Orlando were unsuc- cessful. A spokesperson at St. Joe's media relations office in Jacksonville did not return a phone message. The company's 686-unit condominium project has already been approved by the City of Bradenton and cleared several legal challenges, and a St. Joe- owned company recently purchased the Perico Harbor Marina, the former Leverock's Restaurant and the adja- cent convenience store-gas station at the east end of the Anna Maria Island Bridge. Plans for a commercial development on that site were recently approved by Bradenton, although a law- suit against the project by developer Pat Neal may halt construction efforts until the dispute is settled. Although the condominium project has been approved, St. Joe has not yet announced a start date for construction. 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The "battle" began last Tuesday, when one of the city's public works crews began installing new street signs along Bay Drive at the time, Bay Drive North, but following the signage installation, surprisingly, the street sign named it Bay Drive South. One stretch of street between Bridge Street and First Street North actually just First Street, since there is no longer a First Street South had histori- cally been designated "north," but more recent maps indicated it should correctly be labeled "south," hence the change. And hence the concern by resident Ross Benjamin. He checked on the Internet and found that most map locations indicated that most sites designated the short block "north." "Gadzooks city officials of Bradenton Beach did it again, they just couldn't let sleeping dogs lie!" he wrote in an e-mail. "It's sooooooo confusing. 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Mon-Sat 11 am-1Opm Sunday noon-9 wonder so many people here can't figure anything out! But that's really not a change either, is it?" Public Works Director Dottie Poindexter responded by saying, "Sorry about the error in staff trying to fix an old error. The 'official' record does say Bay Drive North, to the circle, overrides the old maps that shows 'south' at the end near Bridge Street. Please accept our apology." The signs were changed forthwith, from south back to north. Cortez fishing outlook gets brighter By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The commercial fishing world around Cortez has brightened over the past week or so, with everything from stone crabs to mullet to grouper coming ashore. "Crabs have picked up a lot" after a discouraging early part of the season, said Karen Bell of the A.P. Bell Fish Co., which handles much of the catch here. Crabbers are taking'larger numbers of crab claws than in the previous weeks, and prices are holding up pretty well. The downside is that "there are a lot of float- ers," stone crabs that have grown bigger and shed their shells but not yet replaced them with thicker shells, a process called molting. The floaters are edible, but not quite the treat that _- -- --- --- ------- EAT-IN OR $ 00 FF Q_ TAKE-OUT $1 OFF" | SiAny SizePizza I \ FREE DELIVERY! I : OMA PIZZA I & ITALIAN RESTAURANT . Specializing in Veal.. Chicken Fish Pasta I Makers of the World's Largest Pizza Open 7 Days 11AM to Midnight S 201 N. Gulf Dr. Bradenton Beach L L 778-0771 or 778-0772 ;n Ifacb Valentiie Concert Celebration Tues., Feb. 14- Doors open 5pm, Lester Freeman and his "D" Band ,F Tickets on sale now $10 D'' o Dinner specials and regular menu *.************* *** ** Evening entertainment! 4-8pm Wed Larry Rich Thurs & Sat Rick Boyd Fri & Sun ~ Tom Mobley Morin& Tues Mark Cravens *. ********** **** ****** . TACO & FAJI TAT Every Wednesday 4pm-8pm ". 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Once they get rid of their eggs, she said, they get thin and become less desirable for the dinner table. WEIEHNOT USTYOUBIi GRANDADDS FISHING PIER. The City Pier ; Restaura t AND THE BEST VIEW FOR ISLAND DINING 1V V Jin9L, "o1d Ftorida Orinal An Anna Maria Island Landmark Est. 1952 Eat in Take out Tues-Thurs 11-8 Fri & Sat 11-9 Sun 12-8pm. *ClosedMon Across from the Manatee Public Beach 3901 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-7769 www.floridasecrets.com 20-A U JAN. 18. 2006 U THE ISLANDER B', Ju M Hanion / 1 /,ndl Rcpt- iiter It didn r t ake l-!andcr MiNihacl Gi.o'-mniIn ilo'' [o conquer 'a siable piece ot, Hill,voiod - Ie., t-han ftir \c alter l.indirl* there. he has a senic' a Onnr:_ tlon th Hlistor, channel. *i> '.ri .-r iI ! t2~fS r:z t !.$t. , -, \.t.;~ - r -._I ,i : -. .. o'An Niki's 'Island Treasures. He has lour sis- [el' Charise, Sv ho commutes --' '':--" t her execu- .^ ",, ti'e iob in St. Peteirsburg; Rochelle, ,a ~*h : works at Niki's; .. Shelley is a nurse; Albright. Henrn KMssinger and James Baker. all . former secretaries of state. John Lennon' episode revealed quite a bit of ne\. information from the FBI On the Island. Grossman \isits his \ hole faill. His father. Dr. Mar in Grossman. is a retired Unniersity . .-a ,F .. ...--. and Nicole is a Realtor at Paradise. M ichael \\as in Ne\\ York \ ork ng for CNN and other companies until after oi1 I. when he came back to the Island and hted in Bradenton Beach for a \car..A fte \ear-s before. he had graduated froim the Ringling School of Art and Design to prepare him for h.is head\ jobs. Heading \\est. he 'oon landed \%ith Ten World Productions Inc. in Holl,\%%ood and quickly ': -<: -. ;- began v.orkljn \\ith the leg- '" enda,. rock designer Koch. who had designed the album SR ..c, crd when -.:.-. the Beatles o ned it. for Linda Ronstadt and Jnimmn Buf- fett and other '.inger, and .rotip.. Koch devel- oped "the exciting ne d S le for the groundbreaking .DeClassitiedj Bu and Grossmnian \as right Future episodes will Spro\ide a modern take on the %\ar in Viet- I-na, Chainnan Mao, Fidel Castro, Black Panthers and man. others," he said. He said there is some graphic stuff in some of "the dictator series" and he rec-reis the necessity, but it's real. For example., the sho%\ inte views a Chinese \oman \\ho \ as groomed to kill President Nixon on a visitt to China, and she found it "hard to see mny leader embrace Nixon." The sho%.s m...ay be seen locally at 10 p.m. Thursda-s on the Histos channel. On Island tion tflecu- live Alichael GCI'OSlltllI Grvs.siman Soni 1O' of his frequent visits home oil the Island, with sleptmother ,atilcr Marvin. Anna Maria, Sh Islandeaeings Island church, church, church happenings ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH ,- I' G'cl Island Baptist Church hosted a fashion shoiu piu on by the church's Real lomien program Refined. Enlightened. .Accepred and Loved Saturdav. Islander Robbie Leech tf Gentle Spirits Revivia.l iwho moved to Bradenton and moved back to the Island this 'week. spoke at the event. The ftishions. modeled by church women, were from AMI West in Anna Maria. Islander Photos: Nancy Ambrose Sandy Meneley models casualwea.. Sandy Meneley models casualwear. ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH Michelle Donllat peit rforis to "Sun- rise. SttnnCi."" St. Beniard Catholic Church held its Parish Talent Show Saturday evening in the church activin' center wiith a final curtain callftor all the pertoiners. EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION Island _sculptor Hlood\ Ciandish, ie:t. c ratmo ot tlie sunned-lulass mosaic scul.pnire of St. Dorothea. Pa ron Saiiiit of Gardnem is loine'd SuIndan toiiloung worship b\ waitrtaall critalo Doc~k Doie and7 Clharle Bruntl of Topical Deco Scapes and the Rei. Hairi Parsell rit tor i' tlie Episcopal Church ot the Aninciation. The new' sculpture holds a pitcher w-luch spend i wat r into the ba iin o the adjacent wai tail. IMlandel Photo: Nancy .-Ambro.t Instt Photo: Boiner Jok ^!,,,, :"~ r li 'r-,- Ii-l -'i 2-B 0 JAN. 18, 2006 T THE ISLANDER Exotics crawl into Southwest Florida An invasion is taking place to our south. By land, sea, air ... well, maybe not air, but the shores of South- west Florida are being overrun by aliens. It's not a pretty picture. Locals are talking of using weapons of mass destruction. Chemical warfare. What- ever it takes. It's the lizard plague. It's a whole different invasive species than what we've got with Australian pines or Brazilian peppers. It moves, and grows, and feeds, and well, let's cut to the chase. Boca Grande's nightmare Boca Grande is an upscale community on Gas- parilla Island, at the mouth of Boca Grande Pass in Lee County. Boca Grande is old Florida, old-fashioned upscale. The Bush family vacations there during the Christmas holidays all of the Georges and Jeb, too plus more top-end top-flight folks than you could" imagine. Old money, big time. It's the site of the "world's richest tarpon tourna- ment," too, since the silver kings are known to pack the pass to the south of the island during the spring months and attract anglers from throughout the world for the fishing of the hugely popular gamefish. The island has become a haven for another visitor, too. Mexican spiny-tail iguanas made an appearance on the small island several years ago. According to the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, the critters had a population of about 2,000 in 2000 now, they've grown in num- bers to better than 10,000. The iguanas were apparently yet another of those critters that just got too big to be a houseguest. They get to be better than 2 feet long, they aren't one of the more cuddly of critters that you would want to invite into your bed on a cold winter night, and apparently some were set free into the wild, probably back in the 1970s. As with all wild things, they did wild breeding stuff, and the population exploded. Without any real natural predators, the supersized lizards started taking over sand dunes, houses, seawalls and any other place they could find. Theiguanas pretty much eat anything they can get their mouths around..A popular munch is gopher tor- toise eggs, a species of turtle that is far too rare in Florida to be termed a snack. 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Lots of folks on Boca Grande get around via golf cart on the wide sidewalks and slow streets in the area. Iguanas like to sun on sunny sidewalks. Hit an iguana, or swerve to miss a dozing iguana, and there is a high crash potential. The Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improve- ment Association met last week and decided that enough was enough. Based on findings by a Florida Gulf Coast University professor, the 100-plus members of the association endorsed a special fee to add "iguana control" to the association's annual fee. Kill them, in other words, bounty hunter. As Professor Jerome Jackson was reported in the SH-T: "You have to euthanize. Shooting would be the most efficient and cost-effective." There is a legality issue still to be resolved regard- ing the iguana hunt, but somehow, sometime soon, Mexican split-tail iguana shoots appear destined to occur in Boca Grande. I wonder if they taste like.chicken? Cape Coral, too Jump a little north and east from Boca Grande and you're in Cape Coral. It's one of those planned com- munities with a central intelligence for infrastructure and design that appeared on the Florida landscape in the mid-1970s. Cape Coral also has a lizard problem, but one of a greater magnitude than its island neighbor. Nile moni- tor lizards, to be more precise. And they're a much bigger problem, literally. According to the St. Petersburg Times, "An adult- Nile monitor can measure 7 feet. The lizards can climb trees and walls, dig burrows and tunnels, swim long distances, even underwater." They too eat.pretty much anything, including oysters and turtles not just the eggs, but the turtles, too. "Residents find them in their swimming pools, on their roofs, sunning on their sea walls," according to the Times. "Folks say the stray cat population is declining. There are unconfirmed reports of missing dachshunds and plundered koi ponds." There were an estimated 1,000 Niles around a few years ago. Grants were put iin place to start trapping and also "eradicating" the big lizards then, and popula- tion totals are still uncertain. Females can lay some- thing like 70 eggs at a time and, like the Boca Grande . , B Deacih PURE Gas ond Service Station e ttified Full .utOrmtive Repor 5333 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 779-0487 [at the corner of Gulf and Marina Drive] I WOOD DOCK A & SEAWALL CUSTOM DOCKS SEAWALLS BOAT LIFTS Design Build Permitting Sales Service Supplies 792-5322 S..i.. 12044 Cortez Rd., W. CRC0495 -x j3S'3sS^ rszsrY iguanas, there doesn't seem to be much-in the way of natural predators for these really big critters. You want to sic your vicious Dobie dog on a 7-foot-long lizard that is related to the last surviving dragon, the Komodo? After all, "the Komodo dragon of Indonesia, which can grow up to 10 feet long, hunts deer and has been known to kill humans," according to the Times. Maybe the real issue OK, so we've got iguanas and dragons to the south. So what, you may ask? Well, apparently the reptile feeding frenzy, although voracious, seems to be centered around eggs. Any kind of eggs. Bird, snakes, gators, crocodiles yeah, there are crocs down there. And while some of us.may sometimes think that less snakes may be a good thing in the world, less birds? Of course, you remember that less eggs means less critters, and a critter that targets eggs as a main food source without anything out there to really eat its eggs means a big problem. The ultimate solution? Don't get a pet you can't handle or don't want to have for a long, long time. And for goodness sake, don't just let whatever undesirable thing you have and don't want "go free" in the wilds of Florida. It may come back to bite you. "Compleat"ly gone The Compleat Angler Hotel on North Bimini in the Bahamas was apparently totally destroyed in a fire last week. The resort fire also killed its owner, Julian Brown. The Compleat Angler was one of author Ernest Hemingway's favorite retreats. He apparently wrote much of "To Have and Have Not" there, and spent a lot of time fishing the waters off the island for marlin and sailfish. Another landmark gone. Oops Joe Chiles pointed out the obvious to him, but obviously not quite to me .- in a Sandscript a few weeks ago when I mentioned that possums are rodents. Of course, we all know they are actually marsupials. Jeez, I knew that, Joe. Sorry. Sandscript factoid Speaking of rodents, I got into a Sherlock Holmes reading jag a week or so ago and read Rick Boyer's wannabe Arthur Conan Doyle story, "The Giant Rat of Sumatra." Boyer takes Holmes and Dr. Watson on new adventures after Doyle's death, and actually does a pretty good job of re-creating the master's Sherlockian sleuth-dom. Except for the rat itself. QK, maybe I'm giving the story away, but the "giant rat" is actually supposed to be something called a Sumatran Tapir, Tapirus indicus. Huge, like the size of a calf huge, with a rat face, it terrorizes the multitudes, rips living flesh from bone ... you get the idea. Oh, the horror. WAVES BOAT & SOCIAL CLUB FREE DINNER ON US UNCE PETE WANTS YOU TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! 24-hour self-serve car wash S y Complete auto detailing Quick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 18, 2006 0 B-3 Good grouper, snapper action offshore, close to shore to boot By Capt. Mike Heistand Dodge the cold fronts and get out in the Gulf of Mexico now for some good snapper and grouper catches. The bottom dwellers appear to be moving closer to shore, and there are many, many reports of great catches in only 40 feet of water off Anna Maria Island. Sheepshead fishing in the bays is also great right now, with a few reports coming in of fish tipping the scales at better than 6 pounds. Trout and redfish are also a good bet in the backwater. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle said grouper fishing offshore in the Gulf is about as good as it gets right now, with plenty of fish being caught in the 40- to 80-foot range. Mangrove and yellowtail snapper are also being caught on the offshore reefs, plus American red snapper on the reefs farther from shore. Backwater fishing is good for trout as long as you use shrimp as bait, and sheepshead are "everywhere" right now, Bill added. Capt. Thorn Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he's been able to put his charters onto snook, redfish and trout using artificial bait. Most of the action is coming from the smaller-sized fish, but there have been a few keepers, he said. Capt. Wayne Genthner of Wolfmouth Charters said that the breaks between cold fronts have allowed him to put his charters onto some excellent fishing in the Gulf gag grouper to 12 pounds and mangrove snapper to 5 pounds. "Most of our bigger bottom fish are coming from depths of less than 45 feet and a little bit south of Longboat Key," he said. "We're also finding hefty triggerfish and Key West grunts mixed into the action on- those bites. Our Sarasota Bay trips are just hammering the sheepshead and bluefish on light tackle along seawalls and docks and on the beach rocks where the current moves our baits along the structure. Fish as quietly and as far as possible from the structure, do a little chumming and the rods will soon start to bend." Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said it's "sheeps- head, sheepshead and more sheepshead" for pier fish- ers, with some striped fish going better than 5 pounds. There are also a few pompano being caught in the surf and a few big redfish being landed. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said sheepshead are the No. 1 fish for anglers there, plus a few black drum and some mangrove snapper are coming to the deck. At Skyway Bait & Tackle, reports include sheeps- . head and redfish in front of Miguel Bay and more sheepies from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge piers, some of them better than 6 pounds. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said lots of fishers are bringing back lots of mangrove snapper O** A* .LIGHT TACKLE SPORTFISHING CAPT. RICK GROSS S(941) 794-3308 1/2 DAY & FULL DAY.CHARTERS Catcher's Marina-5501 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach visit geocities.com/captrickgross INSHORE SPORTFISHING CHARTER BOAT 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 * fri IgI ",OC-man B-Vo $3 Happy group Dick Printice,-left, Nat Saltonstall, Joel Becraft, Lynn Osborn, Tom Kearney and Joe Woodard caught this nice snapper catch caught while fishing with Capt. Larry McGuire on Show Me The Fish Charters last week. from the Port Manatee artificial reef systems, some up to 18 inches in length. There are also a few redfish catches coming from the docks in Terra Ceia Bay, he said. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said he's finding snapper fishing to be in full swing right now, with most catches in the 13- to 16-inch range. He's also putting his char- ters onto triggerfish and some legal-size grouper. In the backwater, he's getting into lots of trout and redfish. At Perico Island Bait and Tackle, reports include sheepshead as the best bet right now, a few redfish hanging around the docks off Anna Maria and an occa- sional snook hookup. At Cortez Fishing Center, Capt. Jack Parker on the Skinny M said he took John Myaard from Grand Rapids, Mich., and cousin Pete Beyers out last week and caught redfish to 26 inches and 15 black drum to 24 inches. Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me The Fish Charters said that "fishing this past week has been AAA++++ all the way. Our clients caught lots of gag grouper up to 18 pounds, some red grouper, man- grove snapper to 7 pounds, some yellowtail snapper, lane snapper, margates, triggerfish, porgys, and some blacktip sharks up to 5 feet in length." 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"The day began in the upper reaches of Palma Sola Bay fishing around docks, wrecks, and deep channels at the beginning of the low incoming tide. We then moved out to the beach at the top of the tide and encountered the same four species over hard bottom ranging from 5 to 20 feet. The presence of glass minnows seems to be the key for locating areas holding good numbers of predatory fish." On my boat Magic, we've been catching gag grou- per to 30 inches, mangrove snapper to 20 inches, sheepshead to 4 pounds, triggerfish to 3 pounds, all caught on shrimp-baited hooks about 12 miles offshore in the Gulf. Good luck and good fishing. 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Whitney Bauer opened the scoring in the third quarter when after grabbing an offensive rebound, she went up strong to the basket and was fouled. Bauer swished both free throws for a 28-23 WCAC lead. Anna Maria Glass & Screen's Breann Richardson got behind the West Coast defense and teammate Chad Reed found her with a long pass for an easy layup to trail 28-25. West Coast came right back as Al Barrett drove the lane and found Bauer underneath. She again was fouled and again swished both attempts to give West Coast a 30-25 lead. Reed brought the Glass & Screen team back with a steal and a layup followed by an offensive rebound put- back to pull to within a point at 30-29. Then Glass & Screen got an important defensive stop on West Coast. They worked the ball to Franklin Moore on the left side and he drove hard to the basket for a layin and a 31-30 lead with just over three minutes to play. 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Moore pushed the ball quickly upcouirt, but missed a 15-footer which proved costly when West Coast's McDonough came right back with a strong drive and a layup for a 34-31 lead with 2:31 to play. A foul and two free throws by Anna Maria's Ben Valdivieso brought Glass & Screen to within a point and an offensive rebound put-back by Luis Leon gave Anna Maria Glass & Screen its second lead of the game with just over a minute remaining to play. Corbin Kitchen stole the ball for Glass & Screen and quickly passed the ball to Reed, who had the ball poked away by Anna Maria's Phelps Tracy. Glass ... .g -- .- .* ... i' 'l]i *' iI "' "* 3BR/2BA Island home. Located on the north end of Anna Maria. Offered at $899,000. reen Maureen Dahms, 778-0542 ,~9E .. ESTTE .. . 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Anna Maria Glass & Screen brought the ball up and looked for an open three-point opportunity, but West Coast Air defended the perimeter and forced a desperation shot from 28 feet that fell short, giving West Coast AC a hard-fought 38-35 victory. Kevin Grunke led West Coast with 10 points and three rebounds, while Whitney Bauer added eight. points and four rebounds. McDonough added six points and 10 rebounds in the victory. Moore led Anna Maria Glass & Screen with 14 points and six rebounds, while Reed added nine points and eight rebounds. Luis Leon scored six points and pulled down an incredible 19 rebounds in the loss for Glass & Screen. Premier action Island Real Estate edged Publix by two points for a 59-57 score in the season's first Premier Division game Saturday behind 31 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists from David Buck and 15 points and 10 rebounds from Zach Schield. 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Division II action Five points from Molly McDonough paced a bal- anced scoring attack by Duncan Real Estate in its 14-2 victory over Sun House Restaurant on Jan. 11. Savan- nah Schield added three points x\ hi le Sarah Az mi, Jake Rappe and Taylor Wilson each chipped in with two points in the victory. Glen Bower led the Sun House with two points in PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE -,Gulf-Bay Realty oAnna.. aia nc. -- A wide variety of Iacation rentals from beacifroni lo bayfirom and everything in between! Call nw for fall special., i ...... -! .I4 i JNX, ULUNG, RaNTIN1-VE CAN hELav ANNA MARIA NORTH END DUPLEX SLI S 4BR/2BA, separate entries and driveways. Short block to Gulf and bay. Priced to sell at $647,000. Call Stephanie Bell, Broker. (941) 920-5156. MLS # 519578. *.' l VIEWS OF THE BAY AND ROD & REEL Oul north end location on North Bay Blvd. r.- esled between beautiful Bean Point and Ba. Ejliront Park. Offered at $735,000. Call J' Sitlnanie Bell, Broker. (941) 920-5156. S_ MLS#515508 .O GREAT LOCATION. GREAT BEACH ACCESS! 0 ''. Anna Maria Village. Short stroll to the beach. y'",.',, Listed at $699,000. Call Frank Migliore S778-2307 or Stephanie Bell 920-5156. MLS#513240. 0 r E ATTENTION WATERFRONT INVESTORS! Tr- Tarpon Lodge on Terra Ceia..Bay. 1.3 S. ,: res with direct access to bay and over 355 i e. on the water. Asking price $1,400,000. For specifics call Stephanie Bell, Broker -. .. 920-5156. MLS#514229. 1-. -6 -7 SERVING THE AREA SINCE 1970 MLS 6-B 0 JAN. 18, 2006 T THE ISLANDER Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 the loss. Hailey Dearlove scored 21 points and Becca Butler added eight to lead Island Family Physicians to a 34-14 victory over Harcorn Corp. on Jan. 10. Daniel Pimental chipped in with four points and Stephanie Pumell fin- ished with two points to complete the Physicians scor- ing. Jordan Hinton scored eight points to lead Harcom, which also received two points apiece from Patrick Edwards, Stephanie Schenk and Emily White in the loss. Division III action Neil Carper scored four points while teammates Sam Azmi, Jake Parsons and Holly Rizzo each added two points during the Kumon 10-4 victory over Jessie's Island Store on Jan. 14. Blaine Jenefsky led Jessie's with four points in the loss. Dips Ice Cream rolled past the Bistros behind 17 points from Lee Bergeron and six points from Brendan Galagher for a final 23-8 in Division III action on Jan. 14. Luke Shackleford led Bistros with six points while Samantha Purnell added two points in the loss. Lee Bergeron scored nine of his 11 points in the decisive fourth quarter to help Dips Ice Cream over- come a six-point deficit on the way to a 22-20 victory over Kumon on Jan. 12. Johnny Mattay added four points for Dips in the victory. Neil Carper led all scorers with 14 points, while Sam Azmi added four points and Jake Parsons scored two points for Kumon in the loss. On Jan. 10, Luke Shackleford scored six points and Trevor Albers added two points to lead Bistros 8-5 over Jessie's Island Store. Three points from Jacob Blue and one point apiece from Bo Gurski and Blaine Jenefsky paced Jessie's Island Store in the loss. Key Royale golf news Sara Falk slot a one-under-par 31 to capture the flight AA low-net women's golf competition at the Key 502 72nd STREET HOLMES BEACH UNIQUE SAILBOAT j- .* WATERFRONT HOME with 39 foot boathouse and a 40 Foot dock. Heated pool with mother- S. ."' in-law apartment on T-endcanal. 3BR/2.5BA in main house, rebuilt dM'' l a- and enlarged three years ago. 1 BR/1 BA mother-in-law apartment. Gourmet main kitchen, DCS gas-sfovetop, double oven, double dishwasher, double wine coolers, granite counter top, outside kitchen with triple sink, dishwasher and built-in BBQ. 15 foot ceiling and see-through fireplace in great room to outside pool. 4900 S.F.U.R. a must see at $2,250,000. Ted E. Davis Licensed Real Estate Broker/Owner. By appointment. (941) 778-6155. Winter/spring yoga classes begin at Art League Beginning to intermediate yoga classes have begun at the Anna Maria Island Art League quar- ters, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, with Preston Whaley Jr. as instructor. The classes are from 9 to 10:15 a.m. and 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, and from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Thursday. Information is available at 778-2099. Royale Club on Jan. 10. Penny Williams shot 32 to finish one shot back, while Nancy Grimme's 34 earned her a third-place finish. Flight A winner Cindi Mansour shot an incredible four-under 28 to finish four shots ahead of second-place finisher Dorothy McKinna, who shot an even-par 32. Rosewitha Fowler and Lorraine Towne came in a tie for third with a pair of 34s. A one-over 33 gave first place to Flight B's Margie Jacobs, while Mardene Eichorn, Sally Keyes and Mar- garet Schueller finished in a three-way tie for second place with scores of 35. Jan Turner shot a 34 to win the Flight B competi- tion over second-place finishers Dee Bassett and Eunice Warda, who both finished with a 35. Flight D winner was Theresa Schuette, whose 31 was four shots better than second-place finisher Jea- nette Cashman. Lucille Cooney and Terry Westby tied for third with a pair of 38s. Horseshoe news Wednesday's Jan. 11 horseshoe competition drew 20 participants, with Rod Bussey and Norm Good emerging as champions by defeating Cathy Stoltzfus and Sam Samuels by a 21-13 score. Jan. 7 horseshoe action saw Steve Doyle and Tom Rhodes defeat Adin Shank and Tom Skoloda 21-7.to win Saturday's bragging rights. Play gets under way at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and ********* *********************** * BAYVIEW DUPLEX! * lWhat a deal! This duplex * |comes with lot across street *. |on Sarasota Bay! Enjoy these * open water views from your ......- -- 3BR/3BA duplex and rent out * the 1BR/1BA. Super location on quiet street with boat docks * ,.t and some updating. Can be * single family home 4BR/4BA * orremainduplex. Callformore info! Offered at: $969,000 * ISLAND CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS * Super opportunity to own Island business! Offered at: $199,500 & Inventory. S Deborah Thrasher i RE/MAX Excellence (941)518---38 3 i941) 383-9700 DebhMThrash'aol.com * 'Boat Smart' class offered by Island Power Squadron The Anna Maria Island Power Squadron has sched- uled a day-long "Boat Smart" class for 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at its building, 1200 71st St. N.W., Bradenton. The course provides information about aspects of boating including safety, Florida boating laws, weather, boat handling, rules of the road and distress signals. Cost is $25. To register and get further information call 714-0049. Anna Maria Island Community Center basketball league schedule Premier (ages 14-17) Jan. 18 8 p.m. WCAC vs. Publix Jan. 21 12 p.m. Glass & Screen vs. Publix Jan. 21 1 p.m. IRE vs. WCAC Jan. 23 8 p.m. IRE vs. Publix Division I (ages 12-13) Jan. 19 8 p.m. Observer vs. Danziger Jan. 23 6 p.m. Observer vs. Danziger Jan. 23 7p.m. Homes vs. Paradise Division II (ages 10-11) Jan. 18 7 p.m. Physicians vs. Duncan Jan. 21 2 p.m. Harcorn vs. Sun House Jan. 21- 3 p.m. Physicians vs. Saleaway Division III (ages 8-9) Jan. 19 7 p.m. Kumon vs. Bistros Jan. 21 10 a.m. Kumon vs. Dips Jan. 21 11 a.m. Bistros vs. Jessie's Jan. 18 6p.m. ReMax vs. Oden-Hardy Jan. 19 6 p.m. Oden-Hardy vs. Ross Dev. Jan. 21 4 p.m. LPAC vs. Ross Dev. Jan. 21 5 p.m. Oden-Hardy vs. LPAC Jan. 24 6 p.m. ReMax vs. Oyster Bar Saturday at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection. There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome. :OPEN HOUSE 3311 Gulf Drive #1 *Holmes Beach Sun. ,Jani22 -4pm : : : ' 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. Call Jesse Brisson Broker Associate, GRI (9411 713-4755 hepowum;er of homeJ ue. loanapproval Is ite0s negb0 BAY WATCH Direct bayfront unit with. IDEAL LOCATION Elevated and views to the Sarasota Skyline. Boat dock, updated duplex. 2BR/2BA each side, short pool and two under cover parking spaces. stroll to the beach. Tons of storage and Newly furnished! Very good rental prop- charming outdoor living space. $619,000. erty. $579,000. Call Quentin Talbert, Nicole Skaggs, 778-4800. 778-4800. I, ... "s NEW TOWNHOME Very spacious 3BR/2BA with two-car garage. Town- home recently built. $749,000. Quentin Talbert, 778-4800. ANNA MARIA ISLAND CLUB Direct Gullfront, great value. 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished. Pool front, elevator, nicely furnished. Pristine Gulffront complex. $989,000. Lynn Hostetler, 778-4800. W. ,' , DIRECT GULFFRONT You cannot find a HOLMES BEACH LOT Heavy wooded better view than this. Coconuts landscap- lot. Least expensive on the Island. Build ing all new this year, looks great! 1BR/1BA your home just steps from the beach. tumkey-furnished. Good rental complex. Look for sign. $415,000. Ken Rickett, $695,000. Denny Rauschl. 725-3934. 778-4800. Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help you get the home of your dreams. SCompetitive rates. Local experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. . Up-front approval* at the time of application. " .. BAs little as no-to-low down payment options S available to make qualifying easier. S Loan amounts to $6 million. K Construction financing available. I Pam Voorhees SHome. Loan Consultant S 401 Manatee Ave.W. Holmes Beach pam voorhees@ countrywide.com Swww.pamvoorhees.com P Countrywide HOME LOANS 1(941) 586-8079 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER @ 2003 COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOAlNSFiC. 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 FINANCIAL CONDITION. SOME PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. PRICES AND GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. . . .,. .. 5Dlh Ai* 0 U_________________________ U .- : , "`'`` THE ISLANDER M JAN. 18, 2006 U B-7 A N CA S IS S HENRY LINK Seven-piece living room furniture. White wicker with floral fabric. Very good condition. $700. (941) 778-9691. BICYCLES: MEN'S AND ladies' 26-inch bikes. Excellent condition, $35. (941) 792-3775. SELECT COMFORT (Sleep Number) queen pillow- top mattress. Brand new. Under retail cost. $1,000. (941) 778-1416. HAM RADIO:YAESU FT 101E. Plus assorted Yaesu and other attachments. $300. (941) 387-0817. HITACHI 36-INCH color stereo TV, $250. Louisville 24-foot aluminum ladder, $75. Plywood, $5/sheet, patio table and five chairs, $50. (941) 778-8677. KITCHENETTE UNIT: five foot, all-in-one unit, stove sink, refrigerator with wall cabinets. Nice. 4450. (513) 378-9100. TANNING BED, new bulbs, $800. Call Paige, (941) 798-3448. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com. FREE DELIVERY to your home or condo: Shrimp, crabs, native fish. Prompt delivery to your door. Call ----Jame sLeej941) 795-1112 or 704-8421. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From-GalusasoQCon-n dominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter.Signed copies avail- able at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes' Beach. (941) 778-7978. HONEYBELL TANGELOS now ripe in January, on sale by the AMI Kiwanis Club. $31-$36 for a bushel Shipped free anyplace in USA. Call to receive an order blank. (941) 778-3446 or go online WWW.annamariakiwanis.org. YARD SALE: 8am-1 pm Saturday, Jan. 21.715 Holly Road, Anna Maria. DUPLEX FOR SALE I AR-AGE ALE oniue ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tues- days, Thursdays, Fridays. 9am-noon on Saturdays. Sales racks, children's clothing. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. YARD, SALE: 9am Saturday, Jan. 21. Kayak, craft fair canopy, sailboat shutters, vintage tablecloths, utility sink. Corner of Marina Drive and 80th Street, Holmes Beach. GIANTYARD SALE at Roser Thrift Shop. 9am-noon Saturday, Jan., 14. (941) 779-2733. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. SALE NIKI'S GIFTS and Antiques.Weekly specials. Florida salt-and-pepper shakers, regularly $5.98, now $2.49. Miniature dogs, regularly $5, now $2. Novels, hardbacks, $1. All sterling jewelry 50-70 per- cent off. Select vintage, costume jewelry, antiques, depression glass, art, cow collection, crystal, 40-90 percent off. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm. GARAGE SALE: 8AM Saturday Jan. 21. Fishing and boating, Sunfish sailboat, Morgan 24, tools, coolers, kitchen items, linens, etc. 524 75th St., Holmes Beach. FLEA MARKET: 9am-4pm Saturday, Jan. 21. Niki's and Islander Market Antiques parking lot. Lots of collectibles, gifts, jewelry, furniture, bric-brac. Atten- tion dealers and friends, space available for Satur- d-Jan. 28-market.-GaJll(941) 778-4451. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. MOVING SALE: 8am Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 21-22. Entire household except fridge and stove. 7106 Marina Drive, Holmes-Beach. 9AM-2PM THURSDAY, Jan. 19. Antiques, household items and other treasures. 618 Gladiolus, Anna Maria. MULTI-FAMILY YARD sale: 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 21- 22.225 and 227 85th St., Holmes Beach. Near Island Baptist Church. FOR SALE BY OWNER Anna Maria Duplex This turnkey-furnished ground floor duplex in the (ity of Anna Maria is an easy walk to the beach. Situated on quiet streets and built back to back, each of these well-landscaped apartments has terrazzo floors, two large bedrooms with a full bath and a separate drive- way from different streets. With a great rental history they make a good investment. Up to 50 percent owner financing available. Asking $799,900. (941) 778-4745. Principals only. 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 investment. New air handler in 3BR. $615,000. Principals only, call (813) 760-1998 (941) 807-5626 (941) 735-5375. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call (941) 807-1734 or visit www.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. BENGEL HYPNOSIS CENTER. Quit smoking, lose weight. Renowned Pittsburgh hypnotist available February, Anna Maria Island. Appointments only. Call (412) 215-2158. www.BengelHypnosisCenter.com. REWARD FOR information in the Waterfront Res- taurant arson fire: Call the State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Fire & Arson Investigations in Tampa, (813) 890-1904. BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a person- alized 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. Courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva- tion Commission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guard- ian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best inter- est of children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call (941) 744-9473 or visit www.12circuitgal.org. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED f-o ioving 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. Mike Norman S' Realty,, ,, 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 S- '(941) 778-6696 Office Kathy Caserta (941) 778-4364 Fax Realtor, GRI, CRS 1-800-367-1617 Tol-Free (941) 778-6943 Home (941) 704-2023 Cell Mon Sat 10:0 * Move in Tbay * Waterfront Lots Available * 6 Year Qold Key Waanty * cOutom Deilgn Pe aturs Waer i Q'kUb~rr~ -'11 Oam to 3:00pm * Premier Bradenton Location * Private Quiet Community * LakeelMo Reareational Pfeoillles * 86% Remident eltllefotten Seor@ 801 Corei Rd, W, Braldeiton, F, 41O07 941 -75-7068 ADORABLEANNAMARIACOTTAGEThisperfectlycharming, recently renovated 2BR/2BA hideaway is located on the westside of Gulf Drive inthe quaintvillage of historicAnna Maria! Amenities include lovely ceramictiledfloors, white beadboard ceilings and walls, tiled kitchen countertops and backsplash, white Bermuda-style shutters, and several charming built-in bookcases and china hutches. Other features include an automatic sprinkler system, fenced backyard with patio, glass-top range, ceiling fans, and a vintage-style front door. Immaculate both inside and out. Priced at $689,000. Turnkey-furnished! Bring your toothbrush! area, skylights, panoramic balconies, custom window coverings, bay windows, rounded comers, tile entry foyer, brick paved driveway, tile roof, and brand new seawall plus sandy beach. There is a security and- outstanding location, resulting in the finest bayfront offering currently available in the Village of Anna Maria! High textured ceilings with crown moulding, recessed lighting, spacious white kitchen with tiled breakfast bar and pantry, fireplace, sumptuous master suite with glass block shower and sitting area, skylights, panoramic balconies, custom window coverings, bay windows, rounded comers, tile entry foyer, brick paved driveway, tile roof, and brand new seawall plus sandy beach. There is a security and intercom system, plus a central vacuum system. Dazzling views of Passage Key and the Sunshine Skyway are unsurpassed! $2,250,000. Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com ~I ~ ~ .,, " ------ ~C 8-B M JAN. 18, 2006 U THE ISLANDER BOBBY EDINGTON PRESENTS Closing Costs Paid' Plus One.Year Preopaid Hazard, Windan Flood Insurancer USTOM EXEMIV HOME 2109 Gulf Drive, Holmes Bea'h. 3BR/3BA views of Gulf and Tampa Bay from Iis beaunul executive homewithmusterhedroomondspao encompassing eire floor. Waerfl kndscapedentry Ihree-o garage. S950.000. Open house noon-4pm, Sat. and Sun. Call (941) 7446906. .GULF VIEW CONDO 3311 Gulf Drive, #2. Holmes #Beach. Huge 2BR/2BA lurnkey-furnished, sun deck, pool, Eovered parking for three cars. S650,000. (all (941) 744-6906. LONGBATKEY Executive home with swimming pool. Completely updated 4BR/2BA Located in historic Longhoat Key Village, just two blocks to the beach. Priced to sell. S775,000. 751 Broadway, LBK. Open house noon-4pm Sun. Call (941) 744-6906. 2BR/2BA turnkey, completely updated with power exterior hurricane shutters, 55+ commu- nity, designer interior. 5400 Gulf S Dr. #36, Holmes Beach. Best Value onthe Islnd. 5985,000. Call (941)744-6906. GIfflRON MARmiNUENORIN ,. j^^-f 5300 GulfDr.#105, HolesBeadc. 3BR/2BA. Undergoing complete renovation. Call now to custom- ie. Motivated seller. 51,100,000. Call (941) 744 6906. S UPMi I XONDOI LOT 2BR/2BA and IB/IBA. 303 1746 St., Holmes Beaod. Approved fo two odditianol land condos. Positive cash flaw. S799,000. S.... (all(941) 7446906. HOMESBEADUPI 2BR/1BA,85x90 footlot.7,971 sf, 500 steps to beach. 206 73rd St. Beautiful landscape with grapefruit, mango and gumbo limbo trees. S749,000. all (941) 7446906. All Bank Fees - AIITitle and Related Charges' SOne Year Pre-insurance: Hazard/wind/flood** Services provided by Bobby Edington First Equity Financia 941-744-6906 &/ Insurance & Financial Servies Ac/ i -lf& 941-776-9969 Team Title Services, Inc. 941-752-7551 'Forabnor vers A 6550+ ,6c.< ItWol rlrJ S aJn u1nelsna i Einlpt.nE Ihr findanci-ra, Te closing alue ar. b hrantele.d up 1o 5950 Title o ee llaJude roer poricy all r.alrad ry s.tampE and court pling dch1,ge In ca: of a icodt a prei ram m .11 ba paid for 1M0,000 intloor coterlti. SBaI Fpr e i- t4 wear. buyer a-nd ellar.",. bar]l, tTle company 3an Inauran'e .o parn play no rlE In Ihe sal r pnc FIe l, Ei lly FinapI:IlI LLC hAitpl ,jnlderrLI!HlJD io I, ld i lavin y Bi a Federal having'. rti';ilIdr.We .IFin r nil, L u.:rmimnbr MEOli0tJAii i01 iltd iin u Elirt lt Ian d.CA 'i ,E12' Lu. jn'~ ,rIi ,lIi UIl.n Refinance ,ilh large. cash outs Featuringisi tadck/ bi-weekly.paymerns- Loans with option arms -choice of payment Fast and inexpensive ". Foreign Nulionals - No credit required S- ,,Afai ori.sfatdo.,"Residet t -. .. .. .. . ... . ANNA MARIA ISLAND SiiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 3BR/2.5BA. Updated home just steps to prime beach. Split-plan, Corian, new windows, baths and kitchen. Large, heated, caged pool. $1,299,000. 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. 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. $339,900. 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. 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. $375,000. 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. TRADEWINDS RESORT 1BR/1BA Turnkey-furnished villa. Adorable beach hideaway. Updated with heated pool, just steps to deeded white sandy beach access. Rental program in place on-site manager. Small pet allowed. $375,000. 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. 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. 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. GULFFRONT HOLMES BEACH CONDO 1BR/1.5BA seaside beach house condo. Turnkey fur- nished. Sautillo tile. Gorgeous view of the Gulf. Beau- fiful beach. Excellent rental. $799,900. BIMINI BAY BAYFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA, Cuitom 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. $1,875,000. 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. 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. ANNUAL RENTALS From $700 / month SEASONAL RENTALS Condos/Homes: $500 week / $1,000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA MiL SiLhC ast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com THE ISLANDER M JAN. 18, 2006 0 B-9 KITTEN TIME: Home-fostered kittens available from the humane society. Variety of colors. Have been tested. Shots, spayed, microchipped. Only $35 to good homes. (941) 365-1687. 2004 BUICK LESABRE: By owner. Custom, white, 8,000 miles, air conditioning, power six-way driv- er's seat. Perfect condition. $16,000. Cell (941) 702-1914, or residence (941) 798-9860. 1994 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Cartier. Pearl white, perfect condition, 70,000 miles, all power options. Must sell, asking $5,500. Jim (941) 920-9227. 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! $8,000, or best offer. (941) 778-1565. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat "Magic." Full or half day backwater fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. (941) 723-1107. PART-TIME 4-6 HOURS a day. Must be responsible, dependable, able to bend, lift, multi-task, work inde- pendently. (941) 778-1911. KIND AND RELIABLE driver needed every Thurs-- day for older woman. Must have own car. For details, call (941) 779-2855. NURSES NEEDED for long-term home care for lady with spinal injury. Hoyer lift. Four-hour morning and overnight shifts. (941) 383-6953. Reputation ~ Resources ~ Results -. . .. . .6.- .'"-. .. Island Paradise Directly on the Gulf Island Paradise ! of Mexico 2BR/1.5BA furnished unit. of Mexico Beaut Kitchen and bath rooms have been totally key furnished end renovated. To many upgrades and ameni- Front Views". Heat ties to mention them all here. Call for your sunsets. Call for you showing. Offered at $950,000. $849,000. Sales Rentas eProperty M ScCOLDWELL BANKER Team Pinnacl 877-469-4753 teampinnaclefl@yahoo.com Pat pamnri-RBaIe www.flrealestateassistance.com Directly on the Gulf iful 2BR/1.5BA turn- unit with direct "Gulf ed pool and gorgeous ir showing. Offered at TOP ADVERTISING sales position open at The Islander newspaper. Great territory, commissions, training. Previous outside sales helpful, but not nec- essary. If you possess a willingness for strong com- munity involvement, positive outlook and drive to succeed, fax or e-mail a letter and/or resume to (941) 778-9392, sales @islander.org. 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 servers for lunch and dinner. Prep person and dishwasher. Apply to Chef Damon, Wednesday-Saturday, 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 assisting library patrons. Call Eveann Adams, (941)7Z79-1208 SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and intermediates. 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. BABYSITTER, PETSITTER, dog walker: First aid- certified, 13-year old, eighth-grade female, great with kids and animals. Call Kendall, (941) 779-9783. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. f^^ef^ REALfTOR. 31Years ofProfessional Service EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS MARTINIQUE N.-Direct Gulf view, corner with garage, storage. Updated. Shows beautifully. $939,000. HOLMES BEACH-Neptune Gardens. 2BR. 1,100 sf, carport, short walk to beach. All for $499,000. KEY ROYALE-Canalfront lot. 9,450 sf. Golf course view. $699,000. BAYVIEW- 4-5BR/4BA, induding guest quarters. Large master suite. $1,500,000. GULF VIEW- Holmes Beach duplex or 4BR/2BA home. $1,199,000. ANNA MARIA DUPLEX- Large lot, 2BR and 1BR. $720,000. IRONWOOD 1-2BR. Extra storage. $134,900. Great buy! HARBOUR VILLA CLUB- 2BR/2BA, turnkey, boat dock. $824,900. BAYPOINTE- 4BR/3BA villa. Eight month new: $255,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealt7@aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, (941) 761-1569. Red Cross certified. WANT AN IRISH baby-sitter? Responsible, experi- enced 15-year old. Red Cross babysitting and first- aid certified. Call Gemma, (941) 447-9657. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, (941) 779-9783. BABYSITTING, RED Cross first-aid and babysitter certified. Call Alex, (941) 778-5352. LOCAL CAREGIVER: I can offer loving, reliable, live-in care for your loved one. Excellent references. Please, call (239) 595-9964. Thank you. CAREGIVER: ABLE TO live in, can travel, very dependable and honest. Good references. Non-smoker/drinker. Experienced with Alzheimer patients. (941) 744-0800 or 812-8948. MAN-iWlTR SfTHVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming,, 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. REALTORS DUPLEX One block to beach. 1 BR/1BA each side. Remodeled 2004. $589,000. 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 site: www.smithrealtors.com FOR SARL BY OWNER COLLINS COMPANY LLC Specialist in Residential Remodeling and Decorating CANALFRONT custom designed and furnished 3BR/2BA split floor plan. Pool/spa with extensive landscaping, new seawall and dock. $1,150,000. GREAT RENTAL PROPERTY located on quiet cul-de-sac just a short walk to the beach. Custom remodeled 3BR/2BA mediterranean - style home. Turnkey furnished for immediate occupancy. $699,000. OTHER WATERFRONT PROPERTIES 61 1 BARONET LANE Canalfront, three homes from Bimini Bay. 2BR/2BA with large lot for remodeling possibilities. $849,000. LONGBOAT KEY Open 1-4pm Sun. Cedars West condo. Rarely available first floor walkout to pool and beach. 2BR/2BA 1,500sf with lanai, recently remodeled stone floors, granite and designer decorated. Turnkey-furnished. $929,000. For additional information, please call im Collins,. (941) 779-1 058. ............... 10-B M JAN. 18, 2006 M THE ISLANDER S L E AD N CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communica- tion electronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and train- ing. Call Robert, (941) 778-3620. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete com- puter solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wire- less services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, (941) 778-5708, or cell (216) 509-1945. CALL DAN'S RESCREEN for your free estimate Today. Affordable rates, quality work guaranteed. Pool cages, lanais, windows, doors. Gaii (941-)-713-5333 . APPLIANCE & AC DOCTORS: We repair air condi- tioners, refrigerator, washer/dryer, oven, garbage disposal, other household items. Honest, depend- able. 20-plus years experience. (941) 650-9293. MR. BILLS HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in construction trades. "I'm handy to have around.' (941) 778-4561. WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solv- ing for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, West- coast Nuisance Wildlife Service, (941) 778-3455, or cell (941) 720-4152. ISLAND CLEANING: HOMES, rentals, condos. Weekly, biweekly, seasonal move-ins/move-outs. Ref- erences. Reasonable rates. Call (941) 518-5346. ISLAND HOME SERVICES: Minor electrical, plumb- ing, carpentry and improvements for your home, condo or business. References, over 20 years expe- rience. (941) 538-3520. 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. WE CAN HELP! Does your property need TLC? Lew can fix it. Give me a call. (941) 755-5559. AAA WIFE AND husband: Cleaning your house and windows with confidence. Good references, reason- able rates. Licensed and Insured. (941) 812-0499. SCOTTS HELPING HANDS: Handyman service. How may I help you? Scott Reinhart, (941) 538-0664. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Begin- ning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 792-0160. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refriger- ation. 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.jac-kealk-acm494A 778-2711 NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, (941) 795-0887, MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call-Sebastian, (941) 704-6719. 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. Monthly and quarterly accounts available. If it is broken, we can fix it. Call (941) 778-2581. 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 landscape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call (941) 778-2335 or 284-1568. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and instal- lation. Huge selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Irrigation. 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. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation.Tropical landscape specialist. Residentialand commercial. 30-years experience. (941) 729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Installs, clean-ups, shell, rock, palms, aquascapes, tree work. Truck for hire, move anything. Shark Mark (941) 727-5066. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/ exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island refer- ences.rB~i-(941-)7-54.O_ _ JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodel- ing contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. (941) 778-2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at (941) 778-1730. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now 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. KEN &TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, (941) 748-4711. BAF R BNT SERENnfY -. ^ Ip -.-1 _--__ v - i ^ ...- ...... i DOLPHIN HARBOUR AT MARINA ISLE, cunenlty under construction. Tnms amazing 5BR/5 5BA Key-Wesi style residence is a walerlovers dream Enjoy faDulous vistas Irom your luxurious master suite overlooking Tampa Bay and Galatis Marina with nme Sunsnine Skvway in the distance Steps away hrom your boal slip wiit easy access to Tampa Bay ano ire Gulf of Mexico Great entertaining space wavh a beautrully designed gourmet kicnen opening up lo a spacious grand room ana a wrap-around deck An amazing private bayfront retreat ohered at $2 795,000. luiet location on a great cul-de-sac lust three blocks Irom the each. 3BR/2BA, screened deck, eai-in kitchen, dining room, f ice area rec room, workshop, oversized two-car garage, room or a large pool. great location $875,000. reat winter residence or potential io build up Open and bngh. m fora pool. jusi three short blocks from the beach and steps rm your noat slip. $575,000. Ready to move in' Coastal designed 3BR/2.5BA nome wth Ergh- teen foot ceilings, granite counters, wood floors, stainless appli- ances eight toot Frtec r doors open up to two decks, a swimming pool, plus mary upgrades Close to beach access! $895,000 _^ttpeei~j 75x106 fool lot locked across from the beach in central Holmes Beach. Walk to shops and restaurants. Architect plans available for a beautlul cuslom-aesigned, ground-level home or build up lor views ol tre Culf $627.000. .FEATURED LISTING S o OPEN HOUSE. 3311 Gulf Drive #1, Holmes r ,- Beach. 1-4 pm Sun., Jan. 22. Steps to the S r .beach! Spacious 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished condo. Heated-pool, rooftop sundeck with great views, excellent rental history with no rental i restrictions! A must see. $599,000. VALENCIA GARDENS Renovated ground floor erd unit, 2bed/2bath condo with great views of El Conquistador golf course! Turnkey furnished, ready for you to move in. Close to beaches, IMG Academy, private courtyard, pool, spa, and lanai. Florida living at it's best. $299,900. BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME 75 x 106 lot across the street from the beach in central Holmes Beach. Walk to shops and restaurants. Architect plans available for a custom designed, beautiful ground level.home permissible on this lot, or build up for gulf views! $627,500. A WATERLOVERS DREAM! Wonderful master suite with a grand deck overlooking the bay, 4 guest suites + a grand room, and a'gourmet kitchen opening up onto a wrap-around deck with bay views: Easy boat access Bay and Gulf. Offered at $2,795,000. RARELY AVAILABLE NORTH BEACH VILLAGE UNIT. Largest floor plan over 1,500 sf with three decks. Choice location, private condo with two-car garage, nicely maintained, heated pool and close to the beach!.$649,000. 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 great restaurant. Build up for bay views! $789,000. NEW CONSTRUCTION! LOW MAINTENANCE HOME! Construction complete! Coastal designed 3BR/2.5BA home with 18-foot ceilings, granite countertops, stainless appliances, wood floors, 8-foot French doors, two open decks,- Hardi Plank siding,.a swimming pool and much more all close to beach access! This is a must see! $895,000. GREAT VALUE! HOME WITH DEEDED BOAT SLIP Ground level 2BR/1BA home in a quiet neighbor- hood. 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. INVESTOR ALERT! 13,728 sf duplex lot, with the bonus of a recently renovated duplex. Don't miss this one! 6BR/4BA and plenty of room for TWO pools! Call today for more details! $810,000. MOVE.RIGHT IN Enjoy Island living in this beautifully remodeled home located in Anna Maria. Granite counter tops, wood floors, brand new carpet. Move right in. $775,000. 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. I Ou be or Gr trr rr THE ISLANDER E JAN. 18, 2006 0 B-11 0L *D E n E ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #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 Beaure- gard, (941) 779-2294. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. (941) 792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing and tree trimming. Call (941) 778-6170 or 447-2198. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Lifetime warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in- home consultation. Island references, 15 years experience. (941) 778-3526 or 730-0516. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpen- ter. Call 518-3316 or 778-6898. CARL V. JOHNSON JR. Inc. building contractor. New homes, additions, renovations. Quality work and fair prices. Lic#RR0066450. Call (941) 795-1947. STEVE'S MAINTENANCE& REPAIR: If price and reliabil- ity are important, then for all your remodeling, maintenance and repair needs, call the right team, call the SMART team. (941) 400-6350. stbradenton@verizon.net. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call (941) 705-0275 for free estimates. BAY CONSTRUCTION AND REMODEL: (941) 720-1089. Renovations, repairs, remodel. Insured. License no. CBC152807. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., (941) 778-6665 or (800) 749-6665. SEASONAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 4BR (two master suites)/3BA, house on canal. Two minutes to beach. Heated pool, dock, cable TV, washer/dryer, garage, designer furnished with tropical yard setting. One of the finest rentals on Island. $1,600/weekly. Call (941) 713-0034 or e-mail: gamiller@tampabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1 BA with breathtaking sunsets. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, sea- sonal. (901) 301-8299 or e-mail captko462@aol.com. SANDPIPER RESORT on Gulf Drive: 55-plus commu- nity, fully equipped 1BR/1 BA 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 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 beautiful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates available. 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. BEACH LIVING: SEASONAL, Furnished one room efficiency. 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. GULFFRONT RESIDENCE: PRIME Holmes Beach location. Available seasonally, November- April 2006. Renovated 2BR/2.5BA private resi- dence in quiet area of Island with open floor plan and large terrace overlooking the Gulf. From $1,750/week with discounted monthly rate. Call Dave at (941) 720-0089. ANNUAL RENTAL: Hidden Lakes, 3BR/2BA, second floor, all brand new, garage, pool, small dog OK. $1,400/month. Sun Coast Real Estate, (941) 779-0202. www.suncoastinc.com. GULFFRONT DUPLEX: Second floor, 2BR/1BA, newly updated, open floor-plan, 12-by-12 deck. Holmes Beach, close to shopping, restaurants, lush gardens. $950week, $3,200/month. (941) 778-0905. SEASONAL: GORGEOUS, OCEANVIEW home. 5BR/3BA, fireplace, cable TV. One hundred yards from Gulf. Two scenic decks. Available January, 2006-April, 2006. $3,900/month. Call (813) 948-1267 or email kkl@tampabay.rr.com. BRADENTON BEACH: Newly remodeled 1BR/1 BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three-minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. (941) 776-3696 or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. PRIVATE COTTAGE WITH shared dock, Old Flor- ida-style 2BR/1BA, screened porch, deck, fenced yard. Half block to beach. Pet OK. Week, month, season. (941) 485-1874. AWESOME BAYFRONT OASIS Wonderful 5BR/5BA nome is a top island producer, up to $3,900/week. Incredible-views from all rooms and multiple balconies. Bring all the cars. Heated pool, ele- valor and so much more. $2,190.000. Call Anne Huber, (941) 713-9835. ISLANU UUAU-FLtX panoramic views or mne LUII Oi Me/ico.. and just steps to the beach. Localed in his- onric village of Bradenton Beach and zoned commer- cial. This is a great income producing property wiin 5BR/4.5BA. $1,500,000 Call Scon Barr at 798-9191. DESIRABLE RIVERVIEW AREA This newry listed home otters 3BR/2BA split plan, very open and bnght. Beautifully remodeled kitchen and family room overlooking fenced back- yard Mtal goes on and on. Enjoq outdoor entertaining on won- derful deck. $359,000. Call Anne Huber, (941) 713-9835. double wide in excellent 55-plus community. Roomy Idtchen and large carport with laundry room/workshop. Lots of year round activities to enloy wt new friends. $89,900. Call Keith Shell. (941) 713-1305. 941-798-9191 Remember when you could buy a cozy, new and charming ground-level Island cottage with a heated pool and fenced-in courtyards close enough to the beach to hear the surf? Remember when they were half the price of similar Gulffront cottages across the street? They're baaack! Responding to a new AMI market trend, we proudly introduce STARFISH BEACH COTTAGES in Holmes Beach. These pel-friendly, carefree and quiet homes are elegantly designed for personal use by Emily Anne Smith of O'Brien and Smith. Take a pre-construction sneak peek on-line at www.starfishbeachcottages.com -" ^'BarryGioUld "94i -44B5''0 _f S-^ 5ohWIee 918-51 8617 '0M*OO1lFGRIP4HOLMK8EEACH, U FMLa42T7 IPirOPER i E IEIL, LIC. .Lw&fAeolsmjfVmh- n&^aI For more information or a personal presentation, contact Barry Gould at 941-448-5500 Or Ted Schlegel at 941-518-6117 Online at www.palmgables.com J\ I 1BLES * All units are direct beachfront * 3BRI3.5BA * Spacious verandas * Heated pool * Secure garage parking * Property features 222 feet of Gulf frontage * Luxury residences available with prices starting under $2,000,000 . . . . . . . . . I*. . . iW.w P g' 12-B a JAN. 18, 2006 T THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy's Established in 1983 awn Celebrating 23 Years of f Seric Quality & Dependable Service. CSeall us for your landscape 778-1345 and hardscape needs. ll Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 S Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 REAGNE Q REALTY INC 2217 GUic Da IVE NORnT BROADENON BEACII, L 34217 A HAQOLD SMALL REALTOR Office: (941) 778-2246* 792- 8628 E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com US A.FENCE SALL Specializing . WHITE VINYL FENCE' CRC016172 941 -750-93300 L ISLAND LUMBER A0 HARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 TNT ROOFING REROOF SPECIALISTS TILE METAL SHINGLE FLAT FREE 6 yr. Maintenance Program 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Experienced in: ALL REPAIR TYPES 941-556-ROOF 941-556-7663 727-341-1600 FREE ESTIMATES Licensed & Insured {Lic. #CCC13257421 j ! .J Jl WC .I he-c k' U .OtWAtA . WWW.ISLANDER.ORG \ " Original art by local artists g 5314 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 779-2624 When's the last time you tasted coffee in an old-fashioned "diner" mug? The Islander Island Sh.pping Centei 540-1 Marinn DA.I Phone 9-l 7-1 .791 Anyone can take -.. a picture. .. ... A professional Creates a portrait. : ELKA ... / PHOTOGRAPHIC ,' .:,'f ... ;i '.'. : * "4" " ;--..' - 941-'77 8-27 .: . ww w./cickelka.coni ;.- ULTRA LUXURY HOLMES Beach home: "View Gulf from every room," 3BR/3.5 BA, three-story, eleva- tor, heated pool and spa, stainless steel outdoor, smoker/grill, lush landscaping, two-car garage, five TVs one 56-inch screen, four DVDs, HD Cable, gourmet kitchen (stainless, granite, wine cooler) washer/dryer, quality furnishings, fully equipped and golf cart to cruise the Island. Super location. $1,900/week, $7,000/month. Nonsmoker. Call (863) 581-3252. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay, $864,900. (941) 779-1512. ANNUAL RENTAL: Hidden Lakes, 3BR/2BA, second floor, all brand new, garage, pool, small dog OK. $1,400/month. SunCoast Real Estate, (941) 779-0202. www.suncoastinc.com. BEACH STEPS AWAY: Large 1 BR/2BA, fully furnished, washer and dryer. $595/week or $1,995/month. Pets OK. www.gulfdriveapartments.com. (941) 778-1098. SANDPIPER MOBILE RESORT: 55-plus. 1BR/1BA, $1,200/month. 2BR/2BA, $1,400/month. Nonsmoking, clubhouse, laundry, steps to beach. (775) 825-9492 or (775) 338-9492. otuohy@prodigy.net. BRADENTON UNFURNISHED CONDO: 3BR/2BA, garage. Free water and cable, minutes to beaches, annual, $1,200/month.First, last and deposit. (941) 761-0807 GULFFRONT CONDO, GROUND level. Breath- taking sunsets. Furnished 2BR/1BA. Walk to res- taurants, shops, grocery, trolley. Winter/spring dates available. $2,000/month/ $600/week. (813) 264-0639 or (352) 592-5870. CANALFRONT: BRAND new Anna Maria luxury home. Gorgeous views. 3BR/2BA. Available now, February, March and April. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. $3,800/month. (813) 269-9917. 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. SEASONAL OR MONTHLY: 3BR/2BA condo on Palma Sola Bay. Seawall and dock. Furnished with kitchen, linens and all appliances. $2,750/month. Call (863) 557-7809. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA, great water views, gated, pool, tennis, covered parking, One mile from beach. Annual rental. $1,200/month. Call Maria at (941) 720-1712. ' MOBILE HOME 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 or (863) 608-1833. E-mail: chickenplucker@webtv.net. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Steps from Bradenton Beach. One hundred yards from bay. Spacious 1BR/1BA.with parking. Available for yearly rental. (614) 517-7147. MONTHLY RENTAL: 2BR/2BA with den. Furnished condo on canal. West Bradenton. Five minutes to beaches. $2,500/month. June through November 2006. (708) 532-2149. ANNUAL 2BR/1 BA. Washer/dryer hook-ups, clean, close to shopping and beach. Great neighbor- hood. No pets. $900/month. Holmes Beach. (941) 737-9662. YOU WILL LOVE this Ringling retreat at Lido Beach: 2BR/1BA modern, fully-furnished duplex of historical background in garden setting. Walk to beach and St. Armands restaurants and popular shopping center, 15-minute bus ride to Main Street, Sarasota. Please phone (941) 383-0244 or (941) 383-2566. E-mail kang870@aol.com. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA, Holmes Beach. Tile through- out. Washer and dryer hookups, double carport, large storage room. Steps to Gulf with view. $1,100/month plus utilities. First, last and security.. (941) 778-3427. BEAUTIFUL HOUSE AND garden near Bean Point, Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA, screened lanai. Available January and February 2006. $3,000/month. (813) 545-8383. www.vsbo.com/11.614. ANNA MARIA CANALFRONT: 2BR/2BA full gourmet kitchen, sunset view, walk to Sandbar, fishing piers, desirable north-end location in quiet area. $3,400/mo. or $1,250/week. (847) 878-1461. ANNUAL: CANALFRONT HOME with boat dock in Coral Shores, Bradenton. 3BR/2BA, Jacuzzi, two-car garage. $1,550/mo. Available now. (815) 351-5052. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Waterfront mobile resort. Steps to beach. 1BR/1BA. April $1,200;. May-Sep- tember $625. 55-plus. 2601 Gulf Drive N., Unit 425, Bradenton Beach. (941) 778-3494. SEASONAL, CLEAN, 1BR mobile home. One mile to beaches. Sorry, no pets, or smoking. Ideal for couples. $1,200/month. Includes utilities. (941) 761-9440. ANNUAL RENTAL. 2BR/1BA duplex. One block to beach, completely remodeled, ground level. $1,150/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA. Large canal home, boat lift, hot tub, extra large closets. Ground level. Pet friendly. $1,700/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, Vil- lage Green home. Large closets, large hot tub, ground level. $1,400/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 1BR/iBA furnished or unfur- nished, $850/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. CONDO: ANNUAL 2BR 2BA: Boat dock, pool, hot tub, billiards, tennis, table tennis, exercise room, clubhouse. (941) 761-1923. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL rental. 2BR/1BA, two blocks to beach. $900/month annual, includes cable, water, sewer, trash. Seasonal $700/week or $2,100/month. (941) 778-0714 or (941) 730-6349. WANTED: SIX-MONTH seasonal rertal.. Novem- ber 2006 through April 2007. 2BR/2BA, pool, dock, garage. Unfurnished annual considered. (941) 761-9326. VACATION RENTALS: GULFFRONT properties available for January, February or March 2006. Call Fran Maxon Real Estate, (941) 778-2307. www.franmaxonrealestate.com. WATERFRONT VACATION RENTAL on Bimini Bay in Anna Maria. Available weekly or monthly: Rea- sonable rates. Full details on the web at http://goff- club.com/510A. ADORABLE 2BR turnkey-furnished beach cot- tage. Half block to beach, bay, shopping, res- taurants. $2,200/month or $700/week. Call (941) 778-4451. STEPS TO BEACH: 2BR/1.5BA, elevated duplex. Great Gulf and bay views. Six months plus. $910/month, plus utilities. No pets. (941) 922-2473 or (941) 928-3880. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA, tile floors, $800/month. 2BR/1 BA tile floors, carport, washer/dryer hookup, $900/month. 1 BR/1 BA close to beach, $700/month. Seasonal 1BR/1BA, Gulffront, $2,200. Dolores M. Baker Real Estate. (941) 778-7500. ,; '"Copyrighted MaterialI i Syndicated Content : Available from Commercial News Providers" 04~ Ir 1I. I IS ANDER C AS I ED RETLSCntnedF RNALS ontnue -- Ez : :. RE~NTALSCon tinued REAL ES ECotne CORTEZ/BRADENTON BEACH: Spacious 1 BR/1BA apartment, furnished resort style. Utilities and cable included. Laundry. Community boat ramp and marina. Available Jan 15. $1,950/month, seasonal. (941) 761-2725. SEASONAL WATERFRONT 1 BR or 2BR available to rent for March and April. (941) 779-9074, or e-mail gwalker43@hotmail.com. ANNA MARIA ISLAND 3BR/2.5BA newer horne with large garage, workshop, and recreation room. $2450/month. Heather (941) 807-4661. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: 4BR home with large kitchen, two-car garage, dining room, eat-in kitchen, living, and family rooms. Furnished/unfurnished. $1950/month. Heather (941) 807-4661. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, Shopping, restaurants. (941) 778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. PRECONSTRUCTION PRICES! Lakefront Hidden Lake condominiums, west Bradenton. Close to beach. Starting at $329,900. Call Cori Woods, (941) 761-0444. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, RENOVATED 3BR/2BA Span- ish-style home. Two-minute walk to beach. Fully furnished, rental ready. Quiet Holmes Beach pri- vate setting on cul-de-sac. Custom details, tile, granite. New cabinets, windows, doors, A/C, duct- work, stainless appliances. Paver drive/patios. (941) 778-4560. $699,000 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. FIVE MINUTES TO beach. Perico Island, beau- tiful, designer patio home. 4BR/3BA, two-car garage, pool. $549,000. Agents welcome. (941) 792-7828. PERICO ISLAND: 1,170-sf, lovely 2BR2BA condo. Great water view/porch. Eat-in kitchen. Rented until 8/06. $345,000. Agents welcome. (941) 792-7828: MUST SEE: Manufactured home has everything. Colony Cove. 1,600 sf. Views of Manatee River. 2BR/2BA, pets, 55-plus, five pools. $58,500. (94i) 721-4890. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club: 2BR/2BA condo. Fully furnished and equipped. Best-kept condo complex on the Island. Beautiful beach, pool, hot tub, sauna and sunsets. No more left on the Island like this! $1,200,000. (317) 873-3307 for instruc- tions on virtual tour. NORTH ANNA MARIA: Large residential vacant-lot. For sale by owner. 85x101 with bay view. $675,000. Call (941) 778-8405. DIRECT GULFFRONT CONDO: Furnished end unit, 2BR/2BA. Enjoy sunsets year 'round from sofa, lanai or beach. Low association fee. Weekly rental allowed. $975,000. (504) 810-0867. HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX: 2BR/1BA, 85-by-90- foot lot. 7,971 sf, 500 steps to beach. 206 73rd St. $749,000. Call Bobby, (941) 744-6906. OCEANFRONT LUXURY CONDO: 2BR/2BA turn- key, completely updated with power exterior hurri- cane shutters, 55-plus community, designer interior. Closing costs paid. 5400 Gulf Drive, No. 36, Holmes Beach. $985,000. Call (941) 744-6906. GULFFRONT MARTINIQUE NORTH: 5300 Gulf Drive, No.105, Holmes Beach. 2BR/2BA. Undergo- ing complete renovation. Call now to customize. Motivated seller. $1,100,000. Closing costs paid. (941) 744-6906. DUPLEX ON DOUBLE LOT: 2BR/1BA and 1BR/1BA. 303 74th St., Holmes Beach. Approved for two additional land condos. Positive cash flow. Closing costs paid. $799,000. Call (941) 744-6906. BEACHFRONT CONDO: 1BR/1BA, new construc- tion. Designer furnished, spa, pool, excellent loca- tion near restaurants, shopping. Excellent rental. $529,000. (901) 301-8299, or captko462@aol.com. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $864,900. (941) 779-1512. SUNBOW BAY OWNER: 1BR/1BA condo. End unit, rarely on market. Many amenities, turnkey, heated pool, tennis, water view. $325,000. Cell (941) 224-0555. 2BR/2BA, garage, elevated, extra-large lot. Two -blocks to beach, lots of new updates. Asking $525,000. 2919 Ave. C. (941) 792-8898. FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1,282 sf condo. 2BR/2BA waterfront. Gulf water views. Brokers protected. $579,000. (941) 778-8446. SUNNY SHORES: Minutes to beaches! 2BR/2BA with carport. Totally remodeled. Shows like a model! Two miles to Coquina Beach. View of Palma Sola Bay. Community boat ramp. Turnkey furnished. No deed restrictions. Perfect winter retreat, seasonal rental, or full-time residence. $209,900. Chard Win- heim, Horizon Realty, (941) 713-6743. CEDAR KEY GULF views: 2,000 sf. Custom fire- place, GoBolt wind protection, wood cabinets, many other custom features by artisan owners. T. Dolly Young Real Estate, (941) 773-6581. $795,000. SPECTACULAR BAY AND Gulf views: 25,010 sf. On bay, half block from Gulf beach. Huge pool and two new docks. Complex consists of a duplex, two cottages and elevated owners unit. Upgrade options include ultra luxurious home or homes, possibly 10 luxury condos. Total cost $4,900,000. Large reduction for package deal. Call (941) 779-9074. 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Call Nadia 941.795.0887 " NoSS ", Needed , * 30% o Do Bobby Edinglon (941) 744-6906 1ST EQUITY/WORLD SAVINQS anna m a ria Gulf Coast PROPERTIES (941)782-5609 Now accepting annual rental properties on Anna Maria Island Chris Over 20 years Real Estale experience HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Train in Florida *National Certification Financial Assistance SJob Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.atsn-schools.com 14-B M JAN. 18, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER ISAN D ER IS Fl A RAESAECniudRAL ETAE Cntnue RAL ESTATECntne JUST ACROSS THE bridge from heaven. Condo, 1,742 sf with garage. No flood insurance. Minutes from beach. $293,000. Find out more. Karen Pfeiffer Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, (941) 747-2170. CANALFRONT CONDO : 2BR/2BA, turnkey-fur- nished, pool, tennis, pets allowed, minutes to the beach. $460,000. Denise Langlois, Coldwell Banker, (941) 725-4425. CUSTOM EXECUTIVE HOME: 2709 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 3BR/3BA views of Gulf and Tampa Bay from this beautiful executive home with master ,bedroom and spa encompassing entire floor. Water- fall landscaped entry. Three-car garage. $950,000. Open house: noon-4pm Saturday and Sunday. Call (941) 744-6906. GULF VIEW CONDO: 3311 Gulf Drive, No. 2, Holmes Beach. Huge 2BR/2BA, turnkey furnished. Sun deck, pool, covered parking for three cars. $650,000. Call (941) 744-6906. LONGBOAT KEY: Executive home with swimming pool. Completely updated 4BR/2BA. Located in historic Longboat Key Village, just two blocks to the beach. Priced to sell. $775,000. Call (941) 744-6906. EL CONQUISTADOR AREA villa 2BR/2BA with den/ office. Private pool. Stainless steel appliances, wood floors, recently renovated. Owner/agent, reduced to only $379,900. Below market, great investment. 800-262-8871 or Orlandohomes@aol.com. OPEN HOUSE: 1pm-4pm Friday, Jan. 20, and Sunday, Jan. 22.2BR/2BA, two-car garage. Elevated home. All new baths, hardwood floors, roof, air con- ditioning and paint. Wrap-around deck, porch, steps from the beach. Only $579,000. Motivated seller. (941) 779-3724. 2908 Avenue C., Holmes Beach. BRADENTON BEACH CONDO for sale. Fully fur- nished, turnkey, ready to move in. Steps to beach. Unit next to pool. Private beach access. $325,000. - SBrokers welcome. Call (941) 795-7430 or (941) 228-8372. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. 4BR/4BA CUSTOM HOME with investment poten- tial. Includes guest quarters, walk to beach, huge tropical pool. $1,449,000. Call Della Carson, Keller Williams Realty, (941) 720-2961. ANNA MARIA LOT: 75-by-116 on sailboat canal. $725,000. For details, photos, survey and optional house plans, call Sheryl, (610) 247-9496. Visit http:/ /mysite.verizon.net/talbotl/. PERICO BAY OWNER: 2BR/3BA turnkey town- house. New tile and carpet, private end unit with serene water view. Clubhouse, heated pool, tennis. Rarely on market. Two miles to beach. $450,000. Information (941) 224-0555. BY OWNER: BEACHFRONT 2BR/2BA, office/ sleeping loft. 1,575 sf. Deeded parking space under building. Heated pool. $1,500,000. (847) 494-5748. ANNA MARIA NORTH end: 3BR/2BA. $595,000. (941) 778-2934. 59TH STREET CANAL home with view of bay. $899,000. (941) 779-1013 BRIGHT & AIRY 2BR/2BA Gulf-view condo in four-unit building with heated pool. New kitchen, screened balcony, washer/dryer, new air condition- ing system. Turnkey ready, wonderful home or great rental. $675,000. (717) 392-4048. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Duplex, lot large enough for land condo. $799,000. Brokers protected. Call (941) 779-0120. TOUGH DECISION? SELLING real estate? Call (941) 778-1098, Florida Prime Realty, L.L.C., and ask for our low sellers commission plan. As low as 1.5 percent! floridaprimerealty@gmail.com. COUNTRY VILLAGE 2BR/2BA end-unit condo. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Conveniently located close to shopping, beaches, restaurants and hospital. Active 55-plus community with beautiful pool and clubhouse. Elevator for easy access. Low- cost holiday living! $184,900. BONUS! CLASSIFIED ADS are posted early online at www.islander.org. NEW CUSTOM BAYFRONT home: Wonderful views, great privacy, and plenty of room for enter- taining. 5BR/5.5BA, two decks, high ceilings, gour- met kitchen, boat slip, pool, and much more. Call for details. Heather Absten, Gulf-Bay Realty (941) 807-4661. NEW COASTAL DESIGNED home: 3BR/2.5BA, high ceilings in living room, pool, close to beach. $895,000. Call Heather Absten, Gulf-Bay Realty.(941) 807-4661. HOME & BOAT SLIP: Great value in a great Holmes Beach location. 2BR, ground level, concrete block, bright and airy. Deeded boat slip. $575,000. Call Heather, Gulf-Bay Realty. (941) 807-4661. UNIQUE CUSTOM 3BR/2BA with 1BR/1BA effi- ciency. Nice lot, walk to beach or your deeded boat dock. $625,000. Will co-op. (513) 378-9100. Holmes Beach. NORTH CAROLINA GATED lakefront community: 1.5 acres plus, 90 miles of shoreline. Never before offered with 20 percent pre-development discounts, 90 percent financing. Call (800) 709-5253. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA. Winter season is here! Must see the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Carolina. Homes, cabins, acreage.and investments. Cherokee Mountain Realty. GMAC Real Estate, Murphy www.cherokeemountainrealty.com Call for free brochure. (800) 841-5868. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: Log cabin $89,900. Easy-to-finish cabin on secluded site. Mil- lion-dollar views. Available on one to seven-acre par- cels. $29,900-$79,900. Free information available! (828) 256-1004. COASTAL SOUTHEAST GEORGIA Large, wooded, water access, marsh-view, lakefront, and golf- oriented homesites from the mid-$70s. Live oaks, pool, tennis, golf. (877) 266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. LARGE MOUNTAIN: LAND bargains, high elevation. Adjoins pristine state forest, 20-plus acres to 350 acres. Sweeping mountain views, streams. www.liveinwv.com. AMY GORDAN . ..REALTOR Dedicated to service Expertise in renovation and rehabilitation properties. Island, waterfront and area lifestyle specialist. The JEWEL of Gulf Coast Real Estate Contact Amy for all of your REAL ESTATE needs! GREAT INVESTMENT. Old VIN DLUL rKvLU DCIflt E' Florida charm, clean, intimate resort with excellent rental ,history (over 80 percent)! 'Just steps from the beach. ' Fully furnished. On-site rental office. 3BR/2BA, $749,000 ' and 2BR/2BA, $549,000. Only a two cottages still available. - NER R Nicely upgraded 4BR/2BA wiith fir-car garage. Huge lot with room for pool. i- C l MLS# 513452. $895,000. t*.* Call Lisa Helmer at (941) 720-471 L~~~- ~~~ r d,ciii' 'ir~l Sii'~~ Outstanding Building Site Pristine spacious lot now includes smaller home, but zoned duplex. A contemporary two-family structure ideal for shape of lot and you're surrounded by tropical foliage to create your private retreat. Call for additional details. Reduced $695,000. Gulffront Location Charming 2BR/1BA cottage in quiet Anna Maria which offers direct views. from living area and both bedrooms. Cheerful kitchen with breakfast nook plus dining'area and newly refurbished deck for outdoor entertaining and viewing our lovely Island sunsets. Excellent rental and now reduced to $1,375,000. Choice weekly and monthly rentals still available. Includes Gulffront and short distance to Gulf. Maria - SINCE 1957 "We ARE the Island!" Marie Franklin, Lie. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250 E-mail amrealty@verizon.net Web site www.annamariareal.com ............__.... THE ISLANDER 0 JAN. 18, 2006 M B-15 IL A NE R A FLOIDAOUTOFSTAESontnueSFORIAOUTOFSTAECniudFOID, OS CFSTA-onine MURPHY, NC. Aah, cool summers, mild winters. Affordable homes and mountain cabins, land. Call for free brochure. (877) 837-2288. Exit Realty Moun- tain View Properties. www.exitmurphy.com. MOVE TO TENNESSEE! Looking for lake lots, lake homes, land, farms, Victorians, investment or marinas? We have it all at affordable prices. Executive choice real estate in Tennessee. (865) 717-7775. Charlotte Branson, agent-or visit my web site www.executivechoicerealestate.com or www.charlottebranson.com. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: 10.51 acres on mountain top in gated community. View, trees, waterfall and large public lake nearby, paved pri- vate access. $119,500. Owner, (866) 789-8535. www.NC77.com. Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com Extreme Makeovei r in Village Green 7306 13th Ave West _ S$475,000 Comnletelv renovated4BR/3BA / with beautiful pool. Newgranite ~.'r ',i^A_', -.',, : Imz-il- counters, wood cabinets, i j ..... ceramic tile. New Whirlpool stainlesssteel appliances. Roof and pool cage new in 2004. Please call Martha Marlar \1/A I Gulfstream Owner Agent u. srea at 941-758-7777. I/ I"Realty TENNESSEE LAKEFRONT HOMESITES: One to six acres from the $40s. Spectacular lake, mountain and wooded nature sites. Newly released. Just 1-1/2 hours to Nashville. Don't miss out! Call (866) 339-4966. TENNESSEE LAKESIDE RETREATS: New gated community. Incredible lake and mountain views. One to five-acre building sites from the $40s. Lake access, boat ramp, private slips (limited). Don't miss out. Call (866) 292-5769. ASHEVILLE, NC, AREA: Peaceful gated commu- nity. Incredible riverfront and mountain view home- sites. One to eight acres from the $60s. Custom lodge, hiking trails. Five miles to natural hot springs. Call (866) 292-5762. GOVERNMENT FORECLOSED HOMES! $0 or low down! No credit OK! Bank and government repossessions avail- able now! HUD, VA, FHA. For listings, (800) 749-2750. DESIRABLE BEAN POINT! Si -. '.' ; . .- "Y"-' . 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 T pic Broker Realtor o . 725-1074 rop es 2 EAST TENNESSEE LAKE properties: Homes from $200,000 to $1,000,000. Lakefront lots from $100,000. Lake-view lots from $35,000. Call Lakeside Realty, (423) 626-5820, or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. EASTTENNESSEE PROPERTIES for sale: Sold by owner. Log homes, lots and acreage near Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Newport and White Pine. Call Ricky Bryant, (423) 623-2537. COASTAL NORTH CAROLINA DEEP WATER! Off- season special, save big! 10 acres, $139,900. Beau- tifully wooded, deep boatable water, long pristine shoreline. Access to ICW, Atlantic, sounds. Power, phone, perked. Excellent financing. Call now, (800) 732-6601, ext.1458. Real Estate Agents For \ Today's Market 2511 Ave. C .-. Priced to sell $689,000 -- Perfect duplex for S .t investors or live i- n one yourself. I.MEW 2 One block from i beach, two blocks ii from bay. The S" :: west unit is ground floor. :, ',Prudential m R sl S Maggie Hutter & Jo Rutstein Realtors. 941-552-1358 Jo: 941-587-9156 Maggie: 941-780-9888 www.hutterandrutstein.com An owned and operated member ofThe Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. THE ISLANDER JAN. 18, 2006 B-15" .- 16-B J JAN. 18, 2006 T THE ISLANDER -. - I I S"Copyrighted Matenal 'opyr.d -.a SSyndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" i-n- Ii / . ~- -- in - * - in. Qb- - S a - * r - = -e 0~ ,-" - -o SWantto keep in touch? Subscribe to the "best news!" Call 941778-7978 and charge it to Visa or MasterCard. WAGNER REALTY Bring People Uome Sinc 1939 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com Tea u'ti-ed inW)ek ISLAND TOWNHOMES Four spacious town homes with unobstructed views of the Gulf. Each upgraded unit offers 2BR/2BA. Open floor plan. Four balconies. Furnished. Dave Moynihan. (941) 778-2246. #511527. $3,200,000. ~-?----~w---- -- -- A RARE FIND! Anna Maria Gulffront lot. Becky Smith or Elli Starrett. (941) 778.2246. #504998. $2,000,000. ISLAND WATERFRONT LOT Rare waterfront lot with outstanding bay views and protected dockage. In quiet area.of Holmes Beach Just steps to the beach. Lot is cleared. Dave Moyni- han. (941) 778-2246. #516981. $1,295,000. INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY Island duplex on quiet slreel ready lor condo conversion. One side nearly 2000sf. Close to while sandy beaches and line dining. Karen Day. (9411 778-2246. #517727. $1,050,000. DIRECT GULFFRONT Fabulous Gull view! Furnished 2BR/2BA top floor end unn with additional windows. Covered parking and greal walking beach. Weekly rental OK. Dave Moyni- han. (941) 778-2246. #513253. $989,500. KEY WEST NORTH Gulf views from this fur- nished 2BR/2BA unit. 1449sl, built in 1999 Ihis four unit complex offers healed pool, secured elevatorcentral vacuum and custom features.Weekly rental OK. Dave Moynihan. (941) 778-2246. #517977. $825,000. 11I1~~ 1 WT BEACH FRONT CONDO Top floor middle unit with fabulous views ol Gulf. 2BR/1BA condo in a well maintained 10 unit complex in quie area of Holmes Beach. Heated pool. Near restaurants Dave Moynihan. (941) 778-2246. #516964. $675,000. ANNA MARIA Excellent rental shltory, great income. Charming old Florida-style beach cottage. Turnkey furnished. 2BR/2BA fully updated.Just steps to the beach. Melanie John- son. (941) 761-3100. #514889. $549,000. PALMA SOLA SOUND Location! Desirable area of line homes. Immaculate, spacious home. Pool, family room wlth fireplace. Steps away from coastal living. Toni Lupino. (941) 761-3100. #513970. $489,900. RUNAWAY BAY 2BR/2BA CONDO Great for a rental uni overlooking the lake, steps to the pool, path to deeded beach access. Ground level unit. Laurie Dellatorre. (9411 778-2246. #516631. $429,900. MOUNT VERNON LAKEHOUSE 2BR/2BA Largest floor plan 2nd floor end unitTumkey fur- nished New carpet, ble and appliances. 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