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Skimming the news ... Ken Stabeck: Greatest Generation, page 1-B. T I Anna Maria Islander Batter up, page 4-B "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org iWa J. Four little blackbirds ... These hungry little pre-fledglings, so new they haven't begun to feather-out yet, were a surprise packagefor Larry Matzen, vice president of the Gulf Watch Condominium Association in Bradenton Beach. The birds were in a nest turned up when workers were changing siding. Nest and all, they were taken to the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary. Community invited to AME dedication S By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter The entire Anna Maria Elementlary School campus is prepared to shine for its May 1 dedication ceremony, with plans calling for guests to be ushered throughout the newly configured site. The dedication ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the school's newly refurbitshed auditorium. Program notes include a number of guest speakers, including Manatee County School Board members Frank Brun- ner and Harry Kinnan, and Manatee County School District Siperintendent Roger Dearing. AME Principal Kathy Hayes said all students who attend the celebration.will be involved in a presentation of familiar song selections. Following the student presentation, there will be a Fire assessment- going up, impact fee hike also proposed By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Residents in the West Manatee Fire and Rescue District can expect an increase in their annual assess- ment for fire service next year, courtesy of the personal income growthcomponent of the Florida law govern- ing fire district assessments. Although the current assessment is "maxed out" by Florida law and Gov. Jeb Bush and the Florida Leg- islature have declined to raise the limits, the statute on fire assessments allows a fire district to increase its annual assessment to district residents by the cor- responding percentage increase in personal income. This year, the PIG is 5.4 percent, according to WMFR Chief Andy Price. The figure comes from the Florida department that tracks personal income growth statewide, he said. For owners of a standard-sized single-family resi- dence, the increase will be about $6.75, while owners PLE ',- SE SEE FIRE DISTRICT. NEXT P.-\GE procession under the covered walkway to the flagpole in front of the school. Hayes said the American flag will be raised for the first time since the old school was demolished. AME student Lindsay Bell has been asked to sing the National Anthem during this part of the event. Next the group will walk under the clock tower and up to the front entrance of the new two-story building for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Upon entering the new building, guests will be divided into groups, Hayes said, for guided tours of the campus. Fifth-grade students will be tour guides for the evening, pointing out historical points of interest and little known facts, making the tour interesting even for those already familiar with the new school. All tours will finish in the school cafeteria, where contractor W.G. Mills will host refreshments and music. "It should be a lovely evening," anticipates Hayes. Volume 14, No. 25 April 26, 2006 FREE Longboat owner won't roll over, fights high taxes By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Stung by the spiraling tax assessments for Island and Longboat Key accommodation properties, at least one owner has had enough. Ed Woodland, owner of the eight-unit Rolling Waves Beachfront Cottages at 6351 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key, has filed a suit against Mana- tee County Property Appraiser Charles Hackney, alleg- ing that Hackney has "failed to consider the income produced by the property when assessing the value of the property." That's been the main bone of contention among many accommodation owners with Hackney's office that appraisers use the "highest and best use" or "sales" method of appraisal instead of the income approach in determining appraised value. What that means, according to the Citizens Against Rising Taxation organization, is that apprais- ers consider the value of an accommodation property as if it were condominiums and compare "sales" of "similar condominiums" to determine the appraised value. The appraised value is used by the Manatee County Tax Collector to determine annual property taxes. For Island and Longboat Key accommodations, those taxes have skyrocketed the past five years. In his lawsuit Woodland, represented by attorney Chuck Webb, a former Anna Maria city commis- sioner, says that in 1993 the property was assessed at $523,460 for ad valorem taxes of $10,921. Twelve years later, however, the PAO came back with an appraised:value of $2.626 million a more than 400 percent increase -'and slapped him with taxes of $48,741.27, a near 346 percent jump. Woodland said that at the time he purchased the property in 1989, "there were structures on the prop- erty that had been used for operating (a) motel" by his predecessors and he has "continued to use the property as a motel without a significant increase in income." The suit asks a judge to declare the current prop- erty assessment as "void and of no course and effect" and asked for a "permanent injunction" that would require Hackney to "reassess the property" at its PLEASE SEE LAWSUIT, NEXT-PAGE r I~~, **. S-~ Winners The gang from the Drift In, with loca- tions in Bradenton Beach and Braden- ton, took honors in Saturday's DeSoto Heritage Festival bottle boat regatta on the Palma Sola Causeway. A few members of the crew are pictured here demonstrating why they were chosen "best over- all dressed crew and best boat" for their sturdy vessel, the "Koko Nutz." Islander Photo: Paul Roat ~e~ar~rPissar~ 2-A U APRIL 26. 2006 T THE ISLANDER Lawsuit filed on resort tax rate CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1-A "proper and true value." Hackney responded to the suit by claiming he had "no knowledge" that the property operated as a motel since 1989 without a significant increase in income and denied that his office has failed to consider the income produced by the property when it assessed the value of Rolling Waves Beach Cottages. No trial date has yet been set, but CART members and other Island accommodation and business property owners are likely to be watching the case with inter- est. CART was formed in October 2004 to protest the rising property taxes for accommodations and business property on the Island and Longboat Key. At that time, CART noted that since the 1992 Save Our Homes referendum capped homesteaded proper- ties at a maximum of 3 percent increase in taxable value annually, tax collectors around Florida have had to look elsewhere for revenue, particularly non-homesteaded properties. The SOH referendum has removed some $3 billion in property values in Manatee County from increasing assessments, shifting the burden of taxation to meet the county budget onto commercial and non-homesteaded property owners, CART official Don Schroder said then. Property appraisers can use one of three methods to determine assessed value: sales, income or cost, Schro- der previously noted, but the "sales" method generally produces the highest-assessed value on an Island busi- ness or accommodation property because it compares that property to what a condominium property would bring in sales. On Anna Maria Island, condominium prices have soared the past three years, climbing about 500 per- cent in average sale price, a local real estate agent said. CART has claimed the PAO is not even consid- ering the cost or income approach when determining assessed value on accommodation and business proper- ties, although Florida law requires a PAO to look at all methods when determining taxable value. Fire district fee hike proposed CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1-A of larger homes can expect to pay up to $15 additional. Small commercial property owners will get about $16 added to their fire assessment, while large businesses will be assessed an additional $100, Price said. Price added that the 'PIG increase will generate about $235,000 in additional revenue for the 2006-07 WMFRD budget, but still leave the district short about $55,000 in his projected budget of about $5 million. The board will vote on the matter in May. Impact fees In another move to generate more revenue for the district, Price proposed an increase in the impact fees for fire service for new construction in the district. The fees would rise on construction a single-fam- ily home from the current $100 to $500, while new commercial construction impact fees wouldjump from $500 to $980, if approved by district voters. Price said the proposed increases are in line with what other fire districts in Manatee County are charg- Neon in the middle The occupants of a Dodge Neon found themselves S .smack in the middle of S* '. a three-car sandwich April S M 20 in front of Tortuga A Inn. According to Bradenton Beach police, the driver of the Neon was stopped behind a vehicle waiting to make a left turn into the Tortuga parking lot when a pickup truck hit the Neon in the rear, causing it to hit the car in front of it. The driver of the Neon was taken to an emergency room. Islander Photo: Courtesy Keith Barnett ing as an impact fee. He emphasized the impact fees apply only to new construction, although someone remodeling a home and doubling the square footage would also likely pay an impact fee. Remodeling and renovations that do not significantly increase the square footage would not be affected by the measure, which must be approved by district voters. While some board members suggested a series of public meetings to bring the issue to the voters, board member Larry Tyler said the district should also con- sider hiring a public relations firm to get the message out to the district electorate. "We need to let people know that this is only for new construction," he said, noting that few people attended the public hearings on the failed ad valorem tax proposals of two years ago. Price said he would look into the cost of hiring a public relations firm and bring that information back to the board at its May meeting. The board plans to have the proposal on the general election ballot in November, but must bring the actual language in the measure to the supervisor of elections office by July 9. 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It's your choice from 17 dinner entrees, specials and other favorites. 1)r~ Happy hour at the bar 5-6:30 nightly 2 for l wine/beer Open nightly for dinner Sunday breakfast/brunch 8-1:30 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 941.778.5320 www.oohlalabistro.org Europe THE ISLANDER M APRIL 26. 2006 U A-3 Sea turtles assembling for Island nesting By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The marine turtle nesting season officially starts Monday, by human reckoning, and the big loggerheads are gathering offshore in unusually large numbers. Fishermen are reporting big pods of the prehistoric reptiles off the Island, said Suzi Fox, which she hopes is the beginning of a really busy season in their nesting on the Island's beaches. Fox holds the state permit for sea turtle preserva- tion, and the Turtle Watch organization which she heads is getting ready for anything. They hope and pray, she says, for a great nesting season finally. The past several years have been bummers, she noted, with fewer and fewer turtles coming ashore to nest and carry on their species, as they.have done for years beyond calculation. Last year there were 97 nests on Anna Maria Island, where 150 or 200 wouldn't be excessive. The sea giants waddle up from the sea at night onto the beach, find a likely spot, dig down a couple of feet, lay maybe 100 eggs that look like ping-pong balls, cover them to let sun and sand incubate them, and go back to their home waters. In a couple of months the babies break out through their shells, dig up to the surface and scramble down to the water to begin a very hazardous life where they can become food for any number of birds and sea life. When the mothers come out of the sea they leave a clear track resembling a huge zipper in the sand, so Turtle Watch volunteers know there have been callers. So far this spring, no tracks have been sighted on our beaches. Everything sea turtle happens at night, or it's sup- posed to, and they are most vulnerable then. Leave them alone and give them plenty of space is the best advice. Moms and babies find their way to the sea by the sparkle of the night waters, so they are easily misled by lights on the shore, where they are bound to die. So any light visible from the beach must be shielded from turtle's-eye view or replaced with turtle-friendly lights. It is an annual problem that Fox and other con- scientious Turtle Watchers. battle constantly. Training for those watchers has begun on the Island, Ready to displace With the resumption of the beach renourishment project, currently placing sand at 18th Street North in Bradenton Beach and moving south to Coquina Beach, these bathers and beachgoers will likely be displaced for afew days while work crews from Goodloe Marine finish this beach section. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Goodloe has until June 1 to complete the project. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin and they are out in gratifying numbers, said Fox. "We have 20 new walkers, double the average year, and a lot of new energy. A lot of old hands from last year and earlier are here too, so the beaches will be well cov- ered. I ran into a couple of them walking their sections even this early in the game, so we're ready to go." The season that begins Monday, May 1, will run on for six months turtle time. Meetings Anna Maria City April 27, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Agenda: Consent agenda, reports, proposed lot split at 204 Archer Way, request for continuance for Sandbar res- taurant, first reading on charter change for election date revision, public reading on budget amendment for drainage improvements, first reading on dispute resolu- tion procedure and discussion on garbage waste fran- chise expiration. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach April 27, 4:30 p.m., code enforcement board meeting. May 3, 6 p.m., WAVES committee meeting. May 4, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes Beach April 26, 10 a.m., code enforcement board meeting. April 28, 1:30 p.m., police retirement board meeting. May 5, 5 p.m., parks and beautification committee meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. Of Interest May 3, 11 a.m., Island Emergency Operations Center meeting, Fire Station No. 1, 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach TENTATIVE. Yk 'b6 6 ow ...... Artists, patrons and Manatee High School art teachers and participating students. The "For Art's Sake" silent auction was a great success - thanks to you and raised$2,700 for the MHS art program budget. Their Islander --1111~111 ----. ----- -- ---- -- ,---~---_e 4-A M APRIL 26, 2006 TIHE ISLANDER Gulffront project back again, tabled until June By Paul Roat Call it d6ji vu all over again, but this time on a "large" scale. Developers of two proposed Gulffront duplex units at 1402 and 1404 Gulf Drive, Island Inc. and Beach Development Inc., located across the street from the Bermuda Bay condominium development, appeared before Bradenton Beach officials in 2000 to request rezoning of the property. They claimed at that time that a scrivener's error had the property zoned as preserva- tion within the city's comprehensive plan, which also stated that the area also consists of special soils that should preclude development of any structures. City officials eventually denied the request. The developers took the matter to court, where a circuit court judge upheld the city's denial. On appeal, though, the matter was reversed and the city was ordered to allow the original request, which was a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment. However, when the change was forwarded to the Florida Department of Community Affairs, the agency in charge of comp plans in the state, it determined the matter was not at all a small comp-plan amendment, but a large-scale amendment. And the whole matter began again. Last week, members 9f the city's planning and zoning board heard the request again. The lengthy pro- ceedings included expert witnesses on both the city's and project developer's sides, arguing their respective cases, and planners eventually continued deliberation of the issue until June 13. "We believe the designation of the property as pres- ervation was in error," said attorney Stephen Thomp- son, representing the developers. "The preservation designation results in a taking of the property. There is development north and south of the property." Jim Farr, a land-use planner representing the devel- opers, said that prior to the drafting of the current city comprehensive plan in 1989, the site was designated for multi-family use. He explained that a previous build- ing official and city planning consultant had agreed that the preservation zoning was a scrivener's error and had even issued a building permit for the project, only to have a subsequent building official overturn it. "There is nothing in that area that sets it apart from any other property," Farr said. Jeff Churchill, an environmental consultant repre- senting the developers, concurred. He said that the pres- ervation-category designation should only be applied if there were special water-recharge needs, some unique AwV, a- April's .7 Z[Ho-ney-Bee of the Month ]-A l Dagny Drust Age 41/2 months. Daughter of Emily Smithson and F Anthony Drust of Bradenton. She is always smiling,agorgeous, > happy, bubbly baby. She is always : beautifully dressed. 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The property, he said, "... clearly reflects the land- use category as an area on and westerly of the present dune system as being environmentally important and which should be 'preserved.'" Sam Casella, a planning consultant with exten- sive coastal background hired by the city, presented an exhaustive report on the issue. Perhaps most tell- ing in his 25-page report was the statement made by Gerald Smelt, the principal planner with the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council who, in 1989, helped draft the city's comp plan. ~ftirn pDreams. COAST t F BANK king OF FLORIDA e Bonking ., l ; SBill Pay o ATM s 1 -877-COASTFL iuw.co.astfl.rm o "Mr. Smelt told me that he does not agree with those who say that the extent of the preservation cate- gory ... was mistakenly depicted ... due to a scrivener's error," Casella said. "He said the preservation desig- nation reflected the city's desire to preserve undevel- oped land seaward of the Coastal Construction Control Line. He denied any intent of basing the preservation category solely on the soils map." Casella summed up his report with the statement: "It is recommended that the application be denied at this time." Several nearby residents spoke to the issue, object- ing to the proposed development on grounds that the existing dune system protects their property from wind and wave damage. There were also concerns voiced about losing Gulffront views if the project were to be approved. Planning Board Chair Bob Dale, who not only served on the planning board when the matter was pre- sented in 2000, but was also a board member in 1989 when the current comp plan was drafted, requested staff to attempt to locate aerial photographs of the area prior to 1989. Those pictures will be presented to the board when the matter comes forward again at 5 p.m. June 13. 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Volunteers took the reconstruction as far as they could, removing unwanted parts and readying the inte- rior for the contractor, and more than a year ago TriTech Construction & Design of Bradenton was awarded the rebuilding contract. TriTech had to start underground, noted the site's manager for the county, Roger Allen. The floor was in such deplorable condition that workers had to dig out room for footings and piers to support huge beams to keep the floor level once it was jacked up. The floors were restored in original condition with heart pine, a very hard and increasingly rare wood. The entire floor system had to be replaced in part of the Traffic delays upcoming in Bradenton Beach Florida Department of Transportation officials warn that there may be some traffic delays for a few days, or possibly a week, in southern Bradenton Beach while the department cleans drainage structures. According to the DOT, motorists traveling on Gulf Drive South between Cortez Road and 13th Street South should expect intermittent northbound and/or southbound lane closures on occasion from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and the work will take place sometime between now and May 31. } -* ;-- .-: . .. building, victim of roof leaks. The roof itself was difficult, too, with its support- ing system replaced before rebuilding the roof itself. Now about one-third of the roof is new, the rest still in good original condition, Allen said. There is new plumbing, new electric wiring, new custom-made windows, new exterior doors, new panel- ing where the original cypress had rotted, a new stage to replace the one damaged by termites, new fire alarm system, and new lighting throughout. Altogether, the building meets the most stringent standards for safety in storms, Allen said, which may be very handy for Cortezians: It was the shelter of last resort during the hurricanes that devastated the village in 1921 and 1926. "We have photos showing the build- ing surrounded by skiffs that people had rowed there to find shelter," he said. I A grand opening for i s the newly restored .. Cortez schoolhouse is planned __ 'for May or June. *l, .r Islander Photo: Paul Roat i_.. ' e -L With the interior all but completed, the exterior comes next for reconstruction. Experts will have to determine whether the stucco can be removed without ruining the original red brick, Alien said. If it can't be taken off, it will be repaired and the outside will remain stucco instead of brick. That part remains to be funded, but the interior is paid for through grants and gifts and, mostly, money R.B. "Chips" Shore has arranged from the county. Shore is a devoted historian and as clerk of the circuit court is responsible for all things historic in the county. Also to come are moving the historic Burton store to the grounds and restoring it to its 1890s condition to house a classroom and folkways exhibits. Allen is planning a grand opening for the new old schoolhouse sometime in June or July. ACADEMY OF BOTANICAL ART NOW ENROLLING FOR SPRING ART WORKSHOPS PALMA SOLA BOTANICAL PARK 9800 17TH AVENUE NW, BRADENTON, FL 34209 *Botanical Drawing & Watercolor* Introduction Intermediate- Advanced *Macro Flower Photography* *Botanical Research on the Internet *Pen & Ink for the Botanical Artist* Plein Air Ink & Watercolor* $25.00 Art Supply Gift Certificates To First Three Registrants or Refer-a-Friend Ask about Additional Discounts! 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They will be the ones squawking at you as you lead your troops through the dunes and paths to the water's edge. They're trying to protect nests and chicks, so take heed. They are protected species and their nesting area here is significant largely due to their loss of habitat state- wide. Ours are the largest nesting colonies for both spe- cies in Florida. Avoid them and avoid the areas they are protecting. Their sandy nests and tiny eggs are much too difficult to see until it's too late. Local Audubon Society volunteers and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials will be "roping in" the predominant nesting area, but you just never know where those little guys might "flit" to lay a nest. Along with spring also comes the need to check the hurricane supplies, which, fortunately for some of us procrastinators, is about the same as the recommended stockpile for the predicted bird flu epidemic. Are you ready for that? Gulffront property owners are reminded to prepare for turtle nesting season, which begins May 1, by turning out their beachfront lights at sunset. And in the absence of any information from Anna Maria Island'Turtle Watch, we ask that you be on the lookout for nesting turtles on the beaches and watch for them near shore while boating in the Gulf of Mexico. The Turtle Watch director was obviously distracted by a trip to Greece for a "turtle symposium" on your "dime" as donations and taxpayer funding from the beach renourishment project are what pay those bills - and the director's salary. Is it money well spent? Only you can decide. No one begrudges the effort of many volunteers to facilitate the nesting of these protected species, but non-profit otani- zations need to utilize funding and scrutinize spending very carefully. We have seen no evidence of enhanced programs or the responsible use of $25,000 per year in county funding in recent years. While Turtle Watch has plenty of folks wanting to help the giant creatures On the beach, it's just possible they need a more accountable board of directors. It's also possible that won't happen, because one of the directors is also the "chief' of the organization. And that is also.the person who is paid. Spring cleaning, anyone? The Islander APRIL 26, 2006 Vol. 14, No. 25 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bonner@islander.org T Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Bogan, diana@islander.org Rick Catlin, rick@islander.org Jack Egan Jack Elka Jim Hanson -V Contributors Gib Bergquist Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Jesse Brisson Don Maloney David Futch Robert Noble SCarrie Price. V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org S Office Aranar r "-. ..C:onriie Brariron corinie'n.il.ricl,.r i.rg .. Prc'ciuCihn L-r.arn,.:s : Ke 1.:Corrc E a.j ic -i.- ,.iarJer.org L33 l W allian-s Is,',aiilanrcr oigr ' S. Distribution Urbane Bouchet Ross Roberts. Lisa Williams . '.. : ... (A ll ciner i1n c. i .c.r.. Single copies tree Quantities ol live or more: 25 cents each. - 1992-2006 Editorial, sales ana producior, offices: Island Shopping Cenier, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 S WEB SITE: islander.orq FAX 941 778-9392 .. 'PHONE 9- T1 77,8-,r8.7 '' 8 SLICK Exodus By Egan Opi- union 11101 Questions, suggestions offered So many of us walk along the Gulf, enjoying the beauty of sand and sea. I am distressed, however, at the huge amount of trash on the sand by the shore. Mostly it is plastic bags those which cause the death of sea turtles who mistake them for jellyfish. Tourists and locals need to keep the bags picked up and tossed in the trash. On Monday mornings, there seem to be more bags, foam cups, food packaging, bot- tles, etc. We could each carry our own bag and collect the litter as we walk. It's a small task that would reap huge rewards. Also, why doesn't the beach-rake machine pick up the weeds that are washing onto the shore in huge amounts? Sometimes the machine travels on relatively clean sand, beside the weeds. Mary Shaull, Holmes Beach Professionals needed The waffling and intransigence of the executives of our three cities regarding the study of consolidation is a perfect illustration that the residents of the Island deserve professional management of the City of Anna Maria. Don Knode, Holmes Beach Where is America going? As a senior citizen, voter, mother, wife, grand- mother, businesswoman and dweller on our beautiful Island, I sit here in my quiet spot in reflection fueling great frustrations and fears, thinking, where is America going, what can I do? We as American citizens have been so badly misled on the Iraq war. We were misled and told they had weap- ons of mass destruction. Not true. That there were ter- rorist cells. Not true. Oh yes, they are there now because they can get at and kill our brave American men. .It is very close to civil war in Iraq as these factions have been separate for many generations. Planning has and women die, for what? Our tax dollars going down a black hole. There are still major problems in Afghanistan and at this time to even have on the table a suggestion to nuke Iran is insane and will not work. God, where is America going? We now have the largest deficit in the history of our country. It is insane, and we continue to borrow. Wake up, Americans. The immigration issue is major with millions of illegals now in our country. We must first secure our borders and ports, then some way legislate immigration reform. When? Gas prices are climbing at a rapid pace, crude oil at $70 a barrel the highest ever in our country, yet the oil companies are making the highest profits ever. The poor and middle class suffer. Where is an alternative energy plan? Hurricane Katrina should have told all of us how unprepared we were for national disasters. New Orleans could be Anna Maria Island and our Gulf Coast. To me it was a crime how these poor people suf- fered. Are we next? Our government is paying very little attention to global warming, yet the polar ice cap keeps melting, the Gulf temperatures keep rising, 20 years from now we may not reverse this cycle. Then what, Noah's Ark? There are other issues wire tapping, outsourc- ing of jobs. I feel if our wonderful country continues on the path we are on we will wake up one day and realize we are no longer the world power we have been in our lifetime. Speak up, America. We are the people. We are the government. I ask you again, where is America going? Jane Grossman, Holmes Beach Thanks to Rick Thank you, Rick Catlin, for the write-up in The Islander. It sure reminds me of my days in the service. It is really great to be part of the Greatest Generation. _ .oeen yery poor ana wnat exit pawn qo Jy.4eaveas llmeCl.l BobA ^'.,agaerana e . 1 I t -t /t ** '* r -**?*-' -f..r ';-**-* f >* .'i : / < rt '* ** *t * THE ISLANDER M APRIL 26, 2006 M A-7 Planning commission unfavorable to most sign ordinance changes By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach Planning Commission at its April 20 meeting was opposed to a number of proposed changes to the city's sign ordinance submitted by the Island real estate community following a brouhaha sev- eral weeks ago, when a number of signs were confis- cated by the city for being placed in the wrong location on various properties. The commission did, however, recommend that the city commission make the maximum size of a sign 4 square feet, including any tubes, "riders," and the space in between. The commission declined to recommend that the signs can be placed 10 feet from the pavement; chose to keep 4-foot height restriction the real estate industry had suggested 6 feet; and kept a one-hour advance time frame for placement of an open house sign. The industry had proposed that an open house sign could be placed 24 hours before the event. In addition, the commission rejected a proposal to allow a sign on both the front and back yards of a canal- front property, instead opting for the single sign in the front yard as the ordinance currently states. Commission members also gave consensus approval to allowing a single sign attached to a struc- ture announcing a "vacation rental," but if the same sign were placed in the ground, it would have to be removed after any rental of the property. Any "for sale" or "for rent" sign in the ground would have to be removed after a sale or rental, and "vacation rental" signs placed on a structure would also have to be smaller than 4 square feet. The commission will draw up its recommendations on the proposed changes to the sign ordinance and for- ward them to the city commission for its discussion and approval or denial. Anna Maria City Hall roof bids fall flat By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter After four companies picked up bid packets for the roofing project at the Anna Maria City Hall, Mayor SueLynn and Tom Wilcox of the city's engineering firm of Baskerville-Donovan Inc. were expecting all four companies to return competitive bids. Alas, only one company submitted a bid by the 2 p.m. April 18 deadline, and the price was more than double what the city had budgeted. Southern Roofing of Tampa submitted a bid for just under $140,000 for the roof, about $80,000 above the $60,000 budgeted for the project. Wilcox said he was disappointed that only one company submitted a bid and its price appeared way above the engineering estimates. "My guess is this is way too high. I'm sure we can get it done cheaper," he said, adding that BDI's own estimate was between $60,000 to $70,000. Wilcox said he would call the other three com- panies to find out why they didn't submit bids after picking up packets. SueLynn rejected Southern's bid, noting it was technically incomplete and the city was not obli- gated to accept it. She directed Wilcox to set up bid packages again on May 3 for interested companies, with a bid opening scheduled for May 15. "We just seem to have trouble getting companies to bid on these small projects," she said. Wilcox agreed, noting that even Manatee County is having trouble getting competitive bids on some projects involving millions of dollars. In the April 25, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: Holmes Beach resident Tracey Moynihan was named Queen of the Florida Heritage Festival held in Bradenton. She replaced 1995 Queen Jes- sica McGann, who also lives in Holmes Beach. The Holmes Beach Charter Review Com- mission held a lengthy discussion on the pros and cons of a city manager form of government, with former Mayor Charlotte Long arguing that the city needs a manager. An early morning fire April 19 damaged the Grooms Motors building and repair shop at-5608 Marina Drive, but caused no injuries. Investiga- tors said the cause of the blaze was an electrical short. "i~tle '1a '1, - Date Low High Rainfall April 16 68 86 0 April 17 70 87 0 April 18 70 86 0 April 19 71 86 0 April 20 72 88 0 April 21 74 90 0 April 15 71 87 0 Average Gulf water temperature 780 24-hour rainfall accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. JAY CRAW RDI Friday & Saturday April anda29 v Come on " over and join the party!' 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Date Name shown on card: MAIL START DATE: S Tie Islander Island Shopping Center 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 N CHARGE IT BY PHONE: (941) 778-7978 n OR ONLINE AT.islander.org 'N n N NNiNNNNNNNN.NNNn NN nB n nNi- 8-A U APRIL 26, 2006 T THE ISLANDER, Plans for AME caboose shared with historical society By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter Wheels are in motion to turn the Anna Maria Ele- mentary School caboose into a museum honoring the history of education on the Island. AME Principal Kathy Hayes spoke at a recent Anna Maria Island Historical Society meeting to pres- ent plans for the traincar's transformation. As an avid history buff, Hayes said she was excited about the opportunity to promote the history of the Island as well as the long history of education on the Island from its one-room schoolhouse in the early 1900s to the two-story building that opened Jan. 3, 2006. "I want to make sure that we never forget where our roots are," Hayes said about the motive behind the project. Hayes said that throughout the construction phase of the new Island school she heard many "delightful" stories about the school's history. One she shared at the historical meeting was the result of a visit from a woman to the campus nearly three years ago. "It was summer and the school was empty," Hayes said. Working in the office, she heard a knock at the door. "A lady in her mid-60s visiting from California told me she had been a student at the school in the 1950s. She heard the school was going to be demolished and had to walk'the halls one more time." Hayes said the woman brought to her attention that she had taken her shoes off before walking the halls. 'I took my shoes off because as a child you didn't have to wear shoes to school until fourth-grade," the woman told Hayes. "A local Realtor and former student has since told me [boys] didn't have to wear a shirt to school until second-grade," Hayes added. It's stories such as these that Hayes hopes to com- memorate either on audiotape or in journals for the school museum. The caboose does not meet current codes as class- room or office space, and Hayes said it seemed a waste for it to sit vacant. Framed by the new playground, the caboose, she says, is the perfect location for a mini- museum. One thing Hayes said the public could see in the museum over the riext year is an old picture of the origi- nal Anna Maria Island School with the caption, "new, modern-school." Another item to be featured is the "Little Book of Tribune Verse," published in 1901 that was found School history Former Anna Maria Elementary School Principal Jim Kronus shared a few memories of the Island school's red caboose at a. recent Anna Maria Island Historical Society meeting. Kronus recalled what a spectacle it was to see the caboose cross the Anna Maria Island Bridge on Manatee Avenue on a flatbed truck in 1987. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan behind bookcases that stored textbooks during the reno- vation of the school auditorium. "I know our students have missed this book of childhood poems," Hayes said. "The book will be on display as a lost treasure." AME teacher's aide Judy Arnold has provided the museum with a scrapbook of articles from the Island newspapers dating back to the 1970s. And Hayes said there are plans to chronicle the recent process that took the school with its open breezeways to the new two- story complex. The community has been an integral part of the caboose's history, from procuring the donation of the caboose by CSX Railroad Company to transforming its interior for use as a computer lab and later office- space. Community members, including historical soci- ety members, will continue to have a role in preserving the caboose. nty of Patient \ISLAND/ < DENTAL SPA Pampering .'.." Relax in comfort as you pursue your goal of a happy, healthy smile. "I wane to completely change )our perception of whar Sit means to go co the dentisc." -Dr. Yuros Local Boy Scout Christopher Mowry plans to repaint the exterior of the caboose as his Eagle Scout project. His father works for a railroad company that will donate paint to match the original red color of the 1980s. Hayes said students in AME's enrichment program will work on researching display items and maintaining the museum. "We hope to add flavor and enrich what the Anna Maria Island Museum already has to offer," Hayes said. "We want to have tangible items students can pick up and examine. And we hope to become a field trip des- tination for other schools. "We hope to rely on [historical society members] as expert Island historians for support," Hayes con- cluded.. Several people in attendance had former ties to the Island school. Elizabeth Moss of Anna Maria was a teacher at the school.in the 1950s and taught Joan Pet- tigrew, who was instrumental in bringing the caboose to the school grounds. Former AME Principal Jim Kronus shared his memories of the red caboose coming over the Anna Maria Island Bridge on a flatbed truck. "It was quite a sight and caused quite a stir coming down Manatee Avenue," he said. "The streets had to be closed down, and we waited at the school for its arrival with our hard hats on." Kronus said years ago having a computer on an elementary school campus was a big deal and the com- munity helped transform the caboose into a computer technology lab, which he said was exciting to see. "I'm glad you're taking the bull by the horns and making this happen," he told Hayes. Pettigrew best captured the spirit of the new begin- Sning for the caboose, noting "Anna Maria Elementary has always boasted its own unique character. While times do change, it is still important for us not to throw away those things that help to bring a unique character to our Island school. The red caboose is one of those things. "Trains have played an important part in the-his- tory of our country," she continued. "I remember as a child seeing a caboose bringing up the rear of a train. Children do not have that opportunity today, but here on this campus they have a unique part of American history in their daily lives. "It pleases me that the caboose was kept on the Anna Maria school campus and now will be turned into a museum ... what a fitting use for this little red caboose." * Overwhelmed by the medical world? * Feel lost by tests, procedures, etc? * Have more questions than answers? The Information Nurse is a unique service that helps guide you through the medical maze. 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The board's decision will then go to the city commission for final determination. Marina owner Allan Bazzy has requested the boatel, or a "hotel for boaters" to encompass 67,644 square feet with parking on the first level and units above. The site currently is used for marina parking. Bazzy has said that the boatel would provide an economic incentive to the other businesses in the area, drawing visitors and tourists to the Bridge Street area. "It will change things from a boat parking lot to a boat resort," he said. However; planners requested a review of historic documents on both the marina and the proposed boatel site, including any stipulations placed on the approvals. They also requested a density computation on the lots, further review of traffic plans for ingress and egress to the boatel, and studies on sound barriers and drainage on the site. The planners' questions arose after several resi- dents voiced concerns about the project. "It's a dust bowl," neighbor Rosemary George said Baptist women plan brunch, author, fashion show The Island Baptist Church's women's ministry will host a spring brunch Saturday, May 6, featuring an author/vocalist and a fashion show. It will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church fellowship hall, 8505 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Those wishing to attend may call 778-0719 by May 2. Katrina Kaiser will speak and host a special fashion show. The scales of justice could bankrupt you! R t our business liability insurance is here to r ,t-ci. you if you are sued. But, as your assets grow, so should your protection Cont i,. us today and v <'i tell you about the "\. L'r.i lI ''"; ' business ,.aI., .-li,. i'].- n. n1 available from Auto-Owners Insurance Company. .vfufo-Owners Insfurat ee Jim Mixon Insurance Inc. 5412 Marina Dr.- Island Shopping Center Holmes Beach (941) 778-2253 OUR OFFICE IS CLOSED FOR LUNCH NOON-i DAILY. jim.mixon2@verizon.net U of the parking lots' shell surface. "You're saying there's no problem with traffic," said neighbor Frank Banyas, "but I don't know how many times Church Avenue is completely blocked with boats and trailers." "There would be a significant intensification of use in an area already in distress," said resident Laurence 0.. S i, Adams. "Twelve units seems like a hell of a lot on two lots." Planning board member Jo Ann Meilner said that the boatel units "look like condo units. If they do sell as that, then what?" She also had questions on density and the placement of "residential" units on commercial property. Island churches share Kiwanis offering Margie Sheehan, pasto- rial director of religious education at St. Bernard Catholic Church, grate- fully accepts a check for $764.47 on behalf of the church from Don Malo- ney of the Anna-Maria Island Kiwanis Club. Each of the Island's churches will receive that amount as a result of the shared offering taken at the Kiwanis Club's Easter Sunrise Service. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Slow season catches up with Island Branch Library The departure of the busy visitor season is showing up in the May schedule of activities at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Only four events are listed on the program compiled by the Manatee County Library System for the Island branch: Monday, May 1 and 22, Internet class at 8:30 a.m., with advance registration required by calling 778-6341. Why o of th lslag Griffith-Cline has been serving Anna Maria families for over 45 years. We honor all competitors prearranged funeral contracts and encourage price comparisons. FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 6000 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach (941) 778-4480 www.griffithcline.com INVESTIGATION Our firm is investigating an accident that occurred on Via de Luna in the early morning hours of August 4, 2002. The accident involved a pedestrian who was struck by a cement truck. 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Power up again Members of the Power family have been vacationing on Anna Maria Island annually for 55 years, but this year was the first time four of the five siblings were on the Island at the same time since 1992. From left are Robert Power Molly Power-Balzer Cynthia Power and Robin Power-Zauft. Sister Wendy Power was unable to attend this year's reunion. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin ORECIK VACUUM: ALL 3 PIECES FREE13 FOR 299 - FULL 3-YEAR WARRANTY! 199 VALUE I FREE 'I I 8 Attachments I Weighs 8 lbs. Strong enough to pick aipipr edI Hotel Strength up a 16 Ib. bowling ball. I REPAIRS 7 DAYS A WEEK OFIECK Vacuums of Sarasota 'I I~ l C ~ 489 S. ri m i Tal nteLnig lz I I I I 4; Rotary helps Ashley Brown, left, executive director of the Women's Resource Center of Manatee, receives a $625 donation from the Rotary Club ofAnna Maria Island, with club president Birgit Sesterhenn presenting the check. The donation will cover the costs for two women to participate in Life Launch, a program designed to teach women ' how to get a job and then help them find one. I I 1- I I I I I I ~I I-I I I I ~ II, I ~l~l'i`i'r Ceremonies planned for Arbor Day Friday Tree-planting ceremonies on the Island and main- land will take place on National Arbor Day Friday, April 28, compliments of Keep Manatee Beautiful. At 9 a.m., a Spanish stopper tree will be put into the ground at Herb Dolar Park, 25th Street at Anna Maria Sound, in Bradenton Beach. At 10 a.m., a gumbo limbo tree donated by Turner Tree & Landscape will be planted at 59th Street near Holmes Beach City Hall. At 11 a.m., four red cedar trees will be installed near the Historical Park on Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. And at 12:30 p.m., the Palma Sola Scenic High- way Committee and Keep Manatee Beautiful will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly created Palma Sola Scenic Highway Park on Manatee Avenue West at the intersection of 75th Street West. Assisting Keep Manatee Beautiful in the endeavor is the Florida Division of Forestry, Manatee County government, Turner Tree & Landscaping and local officials. Friendship Day to be noted by Church Women United A luncheon at noon May 5 will celebrate Friend- ship Day by Church Women United at Roser Memorial Community Church, 420 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Open to women of all ages and faiths, it will hail "the intergenerational bonds between women" and note the 50th anniversary of the worldwide "least coin" movement. A spokesperson explained that the movement is based on the power of prayer and the "willingness to set aside the 'least coin' of a country to support initia- tives that promote peace and reconciliation in families, work places and governments. "With each woman's prayers and pennies," she said, "the efforts of the fellowship grow, touching the lives of other women throughout the world." Tickets at $7 for the event must be purchased by April 30 by calling Mary Alice Chakoumakos at 778-2069. Lou Fiorentino scholarships to summer camp available Deadline for applying for a scholarship to help* finance youngsters' summer camp is May 10, with awards up to $200 per student. Eligible are boys and girls in fourth- through eighth-grade who live in Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach or Holmes Beach. Application forms are available at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Mag- nolia Ave., P.O. Box 253, Anna Maria FL 34218. The scholarships are a memorial to the late Lou Fiorentino, longtime Island Little League coach and umpire. Since' 1998, 92 Island youths have received scholarships. The scholarship awards may be applied to any summer camp of the recipient's choosing, Details may be obtained from Scott Dell, assistant director of the Center, 778-1908. It's a girl Paul Lark and Louise Connerihl ar pairens ct'l .iJul Rose Lark, born April 5 at 7 pounds, 13 ounces. The new father is the son of Claudette Green of Holmes Beach and the late Paul Lark of Baltimore; mother is daughter of Danny and Wendy Connelly ofAnna Maria. .'. .. *l- ., *. Library artist Local watercolor artist Midge Pippel will display her paintings in the Island Branch Library throughout May. A retired school superintendent, her work is diverse, featuring beaches, florals, boats, landscapes and still life scenes. Pippel is a member of the Anna Maria Island Artists Guild, Longboat Key Center for the Arts and Manatee Art Center. Islander Photo. Courtesy Ginny Eitm'an Chiles employees schedule two-Saturday yard sale Employees of the Chiles Group of restaurants on the Island are planning a yard sale on two Saturdays, with a car the star attraction. Jenny Gotay of the Chiles staff said she has "a ton of stuff and more coming in," but the big item is a car donated by an employee. Most everything is donated by employees and managers, she said, even some res- taurant glassware. The sales will begin at,8 a.m. April 29 and May 6 at 7519 First Ave. W. in Bradenton, Proceeds will go to the Chiles team for the cancer-fighting Relay for Life in June at Coquina Beach. , Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-8706. 'Molar Gras' event scheduled by Longboat Key dentist A Mardi Gras type "Molar Gras" for fun and chil- dren's teeth is scheduled at a Longboat Key dentist's office. Dr. Robert Gordon will host the event at his office at 7000 Gulf of Mexico Drive, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27. It will be a networking event for the Longboat Key/Lido Key/St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce. Featured will be "beads, psychics, live music, hours d'oeuvres, open bar and other Mardi Gras fun," said the chamber.'Cost is $5 for chamber members, $10 for non- members. Gordon provides free dental care for youngsters at Children's Haven, and he will accept donations for the organization's other activities during "Molar Gras." Reservations may be made and further information obtained by calling 383-2466. Anna Maria Elementary School menu Monday, May 1 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt, Bagels, Fruit Lunch: Shrimp Poppers or Grilled Chicken Patty on Bun, Steamed Rice, Veggies with Dip, Peaches Tuesday, May 2 Breakfast: Chicken Patty on a Biscuit, Cereal;Toast, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Fruit Lunch: Corn Dog or Baked Breaded Chicken, Crisp Salad, Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, Sliced Pears Wednesday, May 3 Breakfast: Pancake on a Stick, Yogurt, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Turkey Gravy on Mashed Potatoes or Breaded Beef Patty, Steamed Peas, Mandarin Oranges and Pineapple Thursday, May 4 Breakfast: Cinnamon Rolls, Cereal, Toast, Bagels, Fruit Lunch: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or Grilled Cheese, Breadstick, Mixed Vegetables, Pineapple Tidbits Friday, May 5 Breakfast: Glazed French Toast Sticks, Graham Crackers, Cereal; Toast, Fruit Lunch:"Cinco de Mayo" Fiesta French Bread Pizza or Chicken Quesadilla, Spanish Rice, Mexican Corn, Dessert Juice and milk are served with every meal. 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Bradenton Beach April 11, 200 Gulf Drive S. and Bridge Street, traffic crash/DUI. Monica Maule, 27, of Holmes Beach, report- edly failed a field sobriety test administered at the scene of a traffic accident. Upon arriving at the jail, a marijuana cigarette was reportedly found in her purse. April 12, 600 block of Manatee Avenue, Holmes Beach, drug arrest. Stephen Jackson, 39, of Bradenton Beach, was stopped when an officer noticed his tag had expired. According to the report, Jackson was driving with a suspended license and, when he was asked to exit the vehicle, he dropped a container that contained cocaine. April 13, 1906 Gulf Drive N., Coquina Beach Club, burglary. A digital video-disc player reportedly left beneath a rear passenger seat of a car was stolen. April 14, 1900 Gulf Drive, Coquina Park, traffic arrest. A driver was issued two criminal summons one for driving with a suspended license and the other for attaching a dealer's tag that had been reported stolen from Red Hoagland Pontiac/GMC. April 14, 1900 block of Gulf Drive South, juvenile pickup. While investigating a disturbance, a warrant check was conducted and, according to the report, a juvenile was taken into custody on a warrant for robbery with a deadly weapon and burglary. April 16, 1200 block of Gulf Drive South, suspended license. A car was stopped when an officer heard the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Richard Baker SSaturday 5pm Service of Celebration und8 and 10:30 am -Worship Services Nursery available at 10:30am *|g .girnla iellulheran.com 608Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-1813 %. Turn to West Coast Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc. for technical expertise; customer satisfaction and Carrier systems that are second to none. 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A woman reported her bicycle stolen. April 16, 3700 block of Gulf Drive, driver's license. A driver was cited for driving without a license. April 16, 3900 block of Gulf Drive, drug arrest. Brian Schroder, 19, of Bradenton, was stopped by an officer for reckless driving. Schroder was arrested for report- edly having beer in his possession and an inventory of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of two pipes with mari- juana residue, a large water pipe and a wooden cocaine grinder. April 17, 2900 block of Gulf Drive, drug arrest. Byron Shull, 51, of Sarasota, was stopped for speeding and records showed that Shull's license was suspended. He was given a field sobriety test, which he reportedly failed, and was arrested. During an inventory of his car, a film canister containing marijuana was found in the back- seat, which Shull admitted belonged to him and not a pas- senger who was sitting in the rear. April 17, 200 block of 75th Street, battery. 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According to Holmes Beach Police, the victim was attempting to help a man that he picked up on 14th Street in Bradenton who sought "a donation." The victim stopped at the Holmes Beach Publix for cash and proceeded north on Gulf Drive when, accord- ing to Lt. Dale Stephenson, the suspect pulled a small knife, and told the driver to turn and stop in the 4700 block of Second Avenue. The victim was robbed and the alleged assailant took off in his rented 2005 gray Chevrolet Geo, and was last seen turning south on Gulf Drive. Anyone with further information on the incident should call Holmes Beach Police at 708-5804. Lock your bikes at night If you don't want your bicycle to end up at the bottom of a canal, or discarded elsewhere on the Island, lock it up. Holmes Beach Police Chief Jay Romine said there have been a number of bicycle thefts throughout the Island recently and the best pre- vention is to secure your bike inside a garage or use a bicycle lock. area. April 18, 3700 block of East Bay Drive, theft. A man reported his bike was stolen from his carport. April 18, 200 block of North Harbor Drive, theft. A man reported his bicycle stolen. S Professional Nail Care & Spa S 5HPPE5 oF PARADISE BAY S.. 7342 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton 794-8888 S RECEIVE FREE EXFDLIANT SSCRL/B WITH A MANICLARE I AND PEDICLIRE Gift Certificates Available Ireer (Jl~emrmial (STtmmrnittg Tipxrdr A Non-Denominational Christian Church Rev. Gary A. Batey Serving the Community Since 1913 Come Celebrate Christ Worship Service: 10am Adult Church School: 9am Children's Church School: 10am Youth Church School: 10am Transportation & Nursery Available 512 Pine Ave, Anna Maria 778-0414 www.rohserchurch.com Wednesday, April 26 8 to 9 a.m. "Good Morning Longboat Key" at the Longboat-Lido-St. Armands Keys Chamber office, 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 12:30 to 4 p.m. Duplicate Bridge at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-3390. Fee applies. 5 to 7p.m.-Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange at Fit to Eat restaurant, 5315 Gulf Drive N., Holmes Beach. Information: 779-9412. 6 to 9p.m.- Leon Merian and his quintet concert and social at the Palma Sola Botanical Park, 9800 17th Ave. N.W., Bradenton. Proceeds benefit the park. Information: 714-7907. Fee applies. Thursday, April 27 9 to 10 a.m. Muscles and More fitness class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 10:30 a.m. Pilates for beginners at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 2 and 7 p.m.- Mystery author Ward Larsen lecture and book signing at Mote Marine Laboratory, Buchanan Room, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 388-4441. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. "Molar Gras" Longboat-Lido-St. Armands Keys Chamber of Commerce event at Dr. Robert Gordon's office, 7000 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. Donations for children's dental care accepted. Friday, April 28 9 a.m. Mixed movement class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 9 a.m. Arbor Day tree planting at Herb Dolan Park, 25th Street and Anna Maria Sound, Bradenton Beach. 10 a.m. Arbor Day tree planting at 59th Street near Holmes Beach City Hall. 11 a.m. Arbor Day tree planting at the Historical Park, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 12:30 p.m. Palma Sola Scenic Highway committee and Keep Manatee Beautiful ribbon-cutting ceremony on Manatee Avenue West at the intersection of 75th Street West. 6 to 9 p.m. Smooth Jazz with Jose Valentino out- doors on the circle at St. Armands Circle, Sarasota. Infor- mation: 388-1554. 8 p.m. De Soto Ball at Bradenton Municipal Audi- torium, 1005 Barcarrota Blvd., Bradenton. Information: 747-1998. Fee applies. Saturday, April 29 8 a.m. Chiles Group employee American Cancer Society Relay for Life fundraising yard sale at 7519 First Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 580-2995. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club meeting with guest speaker Amy Wick Mavis of PACE Center for Girls at Cafe on the Beach, Manatee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Pilates at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Infor- mation: 778-1908. Fee applies. 10 a.m. Manatee River Garden Club Garden Tour and Horticulture Exhibit at 3120 First Ave. W., Bradenton. Fee applies.' 5 p.m. Anna Maria Island Community Center "Affair to Remember" at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 6:45 p.m. De Soto 5k run and grand parade .OPEN 7 DAEK Kit :R!, 30am-10p ~~ll q ~ Filate nitl 1od and q a.p. BeLLfisH 6ompaNjy inc. Fresh Seafood Since 1910 Great selection of locally caught Grouper, Snapper, Shrimp, Panfish and much more. Planning a fishing trip? Call about our big selection of frozen bait! DISCOUNT PRICES EVERYDAY-.. SSee you at our docks! 941-794-1249 S.400 124th St. W. Cortez, FloridodL l>B""*afc?*-a5^3- -. ~. - along Manatee Avenue, downtown Bradenton. Information: 747-1998. Fee applies for the run. Sunday, April 30 4 p.m. Florida Brass Quintet concert at First United Methodist Church, 603 11th Street W., Bradenton. Informa- tion: 747-4406. Monday, May 1 8:30 a.m. Internet class at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-9341. 10:15 a.m.- Gulf Coast Writers meeting at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa- tion: 761-9036. 5:30 p.m. Dedication ceremony at Anna Maria Ele- mentary School, 4700 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Infor- mation: 708-5525. 6:30p.m. Meeting of the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island at Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 739-0325. Tuesday, May 2 9 to 10 a.m. Muscles and More fitness class at the Obituaries Charles 0. Morgret Charles O. Morgret, 84, of Bradenton and formerly Holmes Beach, died April 17. Born in Berkeley Springs, W. Va., Mr. Morgret worked in the railroad industry for more than 42 -years. He received a bachelor's degree from George Washing- ton University and a master's degree from American Univer- sity. He was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean War, receiving a Bronze Star. He was past president of the Railroad Public Relations Asso- Morgret ciation. He served as advisory railroad editor to Encyclopedia-Americana and Web- ster's International Dictionary. He wrote and published the book "Bronson: The Railroads' Messiah." He was a member of the Bradenton Country Club, the Braden- ton Yacht Club, and American Legion Kirby Stewart Post 24. He was a member of Roser Memorial Com- munity Church, Anna Maria. The family received friends at Bradenton Funeral Home April 20, and services were at the church April 21. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 3355 26th St. W., Bradenton FL 34205. He is survived by wife Lore Marijfjeren; sons Robert W. of Laurel, Md., and Dr. Edward V. of Rommey, W. Va.; stepsons Donald Marifjeren of Rich- mond, Ky., and David Marifjeren and wife Patty of Bra- denton; three grandchildren; one step-grandson; and three great-grandsons. Frances Holmes Smith Frances Holmes Smith, 96, of Anna Maria, died April 20. Born in Washington, D.C., Mrs. Smith worked for the former Islander newspaper and the Beach- comber. She served as a clerk for the election board. r I---------.---I S TAKE-OUT 00 OFF I I 4 Any Size Pizza I YI r FREE DELIVERY! I I I OMA PIZZA I I iaE & &ITALIAN RESTAURANT I I l : Specializing in Veal Chicken Fish Pasta Makers of the World's Largest Pizza Open 7 Days* 11AM to Midnight II 201 N. Gulf Dr. Bradenton Beach L 778-0771 or 778-0772 I I I I^ ^- -- I I THE ISLANDER 0 APRIL 26, 2006 N A-13 Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Questions about Medicare Part-D enrollment answered by Michael Vejins at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1541. 10:30 a.m. Pilates for beginners at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. Noon Anna Maria Island Rotary Club lunch with guest speaker from Mote Marine Laboratory at the Beach- House Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 713-0042. 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. "Boat Smart" class at the Anna Maria Island Power Squadron, 1200 71st St. N.W., Braden- ton. Information: 714-0449. Fee applies. Wednesday, May 3 7 to 8 a.m. Pier Regulars meeting at the Anna Maria City Pier, 100 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria. Information: PLEASE SEE CALENDAR, PAGE 15 She attended hood College in Frederick, Md., and U.C. in Berkley, Calif. She was a member of Roser Memo- rial Community Church and Daughters of the American Revolution. There were no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota FL 34238. She is survived by nephew Richard P. of Lafayette, Ind.; nieces Roberta Smith of Lafayette, and Beverly of Snead Island; and grand-niece Cathy Willard. Elizabeth L. 'Big Mama' Williams Elizabeth L. Williams, 67, of Bradenton, known to many in the area for her years as an entertainer at local clubs as "Big Mama," died April 22 at Blake Medical Center. Mrs. Williams was born in Lafayette, Ind., and came to this area in 1985. She spent many years enter- taining before her retirement. She was-well known to the patrons of such former establishments as the Buc- caneer, Hunt Club and Shenkels on Longboat Key, and Crabby Bill's on Anna Maria Island. She also per- formed at the Longboat Key Hilton Inn. "Big Mama" performed locally for the Jerry Lewis Telethon for 23 years, and also donated her talents for St. Judes, Kids by the Sea, Toys for Tots and other fundraisers. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Sat- urday, April 29 at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, and a service and burial will be held June 3 in Lafay- ette, Ind. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Wil- liams' children may be made in care of her sister, Mar- cella Waits, 3002 41st W., Bradenton FL 34205. She is survived by children Mark, Eric and Elisha, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sisters Marcella Walts of Bradenton and Peggy Stachon of Arizona; and brother Bob Scheetz of Wisconsin. "The best hamburgers - and the coldest mugs of beer this side of Heaven." -.~ltfass ffr www.DuffysTavemAlt .com Pat Geyer, Proprietress OPEN 11-8 CLOSED TUES. 59TH-& F' ~ A.DR. HG' MES BEIA"' 4 7-7&2501 ~ 14-A U APRIL 26. 2006 M THE ISLANDER .. %,I By Rick Catlin Bradenton friends create gourmet coffee business Bradenton residents Janet Allen, Libe Diamant and Marcela Zucho- vicki have launched Jalima Coffee LLC, a specialty coffee business that imports 100 percent Aribica coffees grown at the highest altitudes in Chiapas and Veracruz, Mexico. The company has its products in 90 specialty stories and gourmet food markets in Florida and other states and Jalima Coffee can be found locally at Richard's Whole Foods at 5344 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach. For more information on Jalima Coffee, call 727-4393. Colony earns friendly kid award "Child" magazine has named the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort at 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Long- boat Key as one of its top five selections for "Best Family Friendly Resorts" for 2005. The resort was chosen by the mag- Wonder of wonders Greg Wonder and his wife recently moved to the Bradenton area from Dade City and opened Wonder's Antiques on Old Main at 414 10th Ave. W. in Palmetto. The store offers a "wonderful" collection of antique furniture, china, glassware and more, and Greg also buys antiques. For more information, call Greg at 729-4141. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose. azine's advisory panel of experts based upon criteria including variety of activi- ties offered, cost of children's programs, room design and size, activities for fam- ilies, dining options, water activities, safety considerations and overall value. To reach the Colony Resort, call 383-6464. Realty raves Coldwell Banker Real Estate Inc., with offices at 3614 E. Bay Drive in Holmes Beach, recently recognized John Luckowee and Patricia Palmeri- Bates with its Presidents Circle Award for 2005 honoring the top 7 percent of all Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide. Going Nautico Real estate agent Gail Sterling of Gulfstream RE/MAX in Holmes Beach is now offering luxury waterfront living at the Nautico marina condominiums in St. Petersburg directly on Tampa Bay. Nautico is located just off the first exit across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and Nautico is not just another water- front condominium. Owners get free HDTV program- ming, free WI-FI, free unlimited national long-distance telephone service using VoIP technology and free wired broad- band Internet service. In addition, Nautico offers a "mem- bers only" resort clubhouse, 143 wet slips, a 327-slip boat house and direct access to Tampa Bay. Mortgages as low as $1,000 per month with no property taxes or HOA fees until 2009 are also being offered. To make an appointment to view Nautico, call Gail at 778-7777, or e-mail him at gailjsterling.com. Cannons sponsors child's education in Costa Rica Lucile Capo-Miller and husband David Miller of Cannons Marina on Longboat Key recently sponsored a young Costa Rican girl to attend the newly formed La Escuela Nueva Hoja School in Puerto Jiminez on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula. The Millers sponsored third-grader Ana Patricia Nunez Centino to attend the non-profit private school that teaches half its classes in English and the other half in Spanish. Emphasis in the school is on the tra- ditional subjects of math, science, social studies and English, but the school also concentrates on earth wellness and tropi- cal ecology. The Millers-annually visit the area to take advantage of the deep-sea fishing opportunities. "We've gotten to know many fami- lies and their children as a result of these trips," said David. "Through a mutual friend, we heard that Ana was looking for sponsorship to attend this innova- tive school. Both my wife and I believe that to give a child both learning and a life opportunity is an investment in the future." Initially, there was some concern about Ana being able to handle two languages at the same time, but she's "excelling and loving it," said Terry Huisman, the school's administrator. For. more information about the school or a sponsorhip, contact Huisman at terry@nuevahoja.com. Got a new business going .up in Anna Maria Island, Cortez or Long- boat Key? How about a new product PLEASE SEE BIZ, NEXT PAGE + ,. Fantastic Fish & Chips* Seafood IWiM -~ Dixieland Jazz Band 7:30pm 1igM'-~ Oldies night 6:30pm Wft W'(.~ Poker 7and 10 pm fa(M@ -~ British Night with Rob 7pm Come &Try Our Bangers & Mash I 9i AVMY, -~ Karaoke 8pm S(laIi? l~Y Live music 5-9pm S 12 noon to whenever 12012 Cortez Rd. W. 792-4822 r o Italian American Y I |Restaurant & Dinner Show Wed. April 26 ' Put on your dancing shoes and join us for , "Ellsworth & Company" * S Dinner and Dance only $19.95 m***AAA*AA^* A** A*****A AAAAAAAAA Thurs. April 27 ''Memories of Elvis" Dinner & Show only $19.95 AA*A*****A**RA****** ******** S* Fri. April 28 Sat. April 29 Back by popular demand Rick Larrimore as "The Ultimate Tribute to Rod Stewart" Dinner & Show $39.50 Mention this ad Dinner and Show $29.50 Thursday May 4 i Join us for a walk down memory lane --r i - "Fifties Review" Dinner& Show only $24.95 r13 14th St. W. (US 41) Bradenton Sfor reservations: (941) 751-4800 Si www.tons-italian.com Capalbo's HOUSE OF PJZZA LUNCH PIZZA BUFFET- $4.99 *DINNERPIZZA BUFFET $6.29 Dinner buffet includes pizza, soup and salad bar! 792-5300 10519 Cortez Rd. W. Mon-Sat 11am-10pm Sunday noon-9 WERE NOT JUST YOUR GRANDDADYS RUSHING PIEL. "Th' e City Pier S' restaurant. k RE. I . THN FFr F TSFaFnnl OLD HAMBURQ SCHNITZELHAUS C . The Best German Restaurant on Florida's West Coast Every Friday Bavarian Haxen . iPork knuckle with bread dumpling and red cabbage) Please phone ahead 24 hours Reservations a must! 778-1320 HOURS: MON-SAT 5-9:30PM Anna Maria Island Centre 3246 E. Bay Drive Holmes Beach "Old Florida Original" An Anna Maria Island Landmark Est. 1952 Eat in Take out Tues-Thurs 11-8 Fri & Sat 11-9 Sun 12-8pm Closed Mon Across from the Manatee Public Beach 3901 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-7769 www.floridasecrets.com Biz CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14-A or service, an anniversary, a new hire, or an award-winning staff member? Call Island Biz at 778-7978, fax your news to 778-9392, or e-mail us at news @islander.org. Island real estate sales 503 Manatee Ave., Holmes Beach, a 2,534 sfla / 2,631 sfur office building built in 1980 on a 39,748 sf lot was sold 04/03/06, GHG&D Holmes Beach LLC to Amsouth Bank for $2,450,000. 111 Sycamore Ave., Anna Maria, a 1,204 sfla / 2,580 sfur 3bed/2bath/lcar home built in 1981 on a 100x110 lot was sold 04/07/06, Rawson to Ridley for $1,875,000; list $2,100,000. 1325 Gulf Drive N., Unit 167, Tor- tuga Inn, Bradenton Beach, a 1,378 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 03/27/06, Tortuga Partners LLC to Bryant LLP for $1,050,000. 1325 Gulf Drive N., Unit 161, Tor- tuga Inn, Bradenton Beach, a 1,378 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 03/20/06, Tortuga Partners LLC to Eagle Nest Botel Inc. for $848,750. 1325 Gulf Drive N., Unit 166, Tor- tuga Inn, Bradenton Beach, a 1,378 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 04/05/06, Tortuga Partners LLC to HPS Florida LLC for $785,700. 1325 Gulf Drive N., Unit 165, Tor- tuga Inn, Bradenton Beach, a 1,378 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 04/05/06, Tortuga Partners LLC to Reynolds for $785,700. 104 29th St., Unit 1 & Unit 2, Gulf Path, Holmes Beach, a 1,616 sfla/ 1,696 sfur 3bed/2bath & a 510 sfla / 510 sfur Ibed/lbath condo both built in 1971 were sold 04/06/06, Shurina Robinson LLC to Hamann for $705,000. 1325 Gulf Drive N., Unit 266, Tor- tuga Inn, Bradenton Beach, a 1,378 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1976 was sold 04/07/06, Tortuga Partners LLC to Wieland for $675,000. 104 29th St., Unit 3, Gulf Path, Holmes Beach, a 976 sfla / 976 sfur lbed/lbath built in 1971 was sold 04/07/06, Shurina Robinson LLC to Hamann for $645,000. 304 62nd St., Holmes Beach, a 1,610 sfla / 2,010 sfur 2bed/2bath/lcar home built in 1969 on a 75x100 lot was sold 04/07/06, Beard to Droukas for $445,000. 214 Palm Ave., Anna Maria, a 1,349 sfla / 1,605 sfur 2bed/lbath home built ii 1973 on a 52x110 lot was sold 04/05/06, Jurta to Batley for $435,000; list $569,000. .1801 Gulf Drive N., Unit 192, Run- away Bay, Bradenton Beach, a 1,080 sfla / 1,140 sfur 2bed/2bath condo built in 1978 was sold 04/04/06, Sullivan to Thorpe for $400,000; list $465,000. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty ofAnna Maria, can be reached at Gulf-Bay (941) 778-7244. S'. Helpful hand Lucile Capo-Miller, - left, and husband David Miller :recently assisted a Costa Rican school girl to attend the La Escuela Nueva Hoja School in S Puerto Jiminez in SCosta Rica. Islander Photo: Courtesy S Cannons Marina Current Island real estate trans- actions may also be viewed online at www.islanderorg. Copyright 2006. CALENDAR FROM PAGE 13-A 778-7062. 6 to 9 p.m. -. "Boat Smart" class at the Anna Maria Island Power Squadron, 1200 71st St. N.W., Bradenton. Information: 714-0449. Fee applies. Ongoing: Island fiber artist Cyndy Custis cele- brates 30 years of weaving with a display at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through April 30. Information: 779-9118. "Spring Has Arrived" exhibit by Ann Terhardt at All Angels Episcopal Church By the Sea, 563 Bay Isles Road, Long- boat Key, through April 30. Information: 751-0266. Hand-built pottery exhibit by Ginny Eitman at the Artists Guild Gallery, 5413 .Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through May 5. Cancer prevention and survival cooking class -at Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, through May 20. Information: 778-1908. Art exhibit by Midge Pippel at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through May 31. 'The New World in the Eyes of Explorers" at the South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton, through June THE ISLANDER U APRIL 26, 2006 N A-15 Kiwanians to hear about Pace Center Amy C. Wick Mavis will explain the workings and works of her organization, the Pace Center for Girls, to the Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island when it meets Saturday. The meeting will be the club's breakfast get-together at 8:30 a.m. at the Cafe on the Beach, at the Gulf end of Mana- tee Avenue. Pace, said a spokes- person, gives academic and coun- seling help to girls 12 to 18 - to prepare them to re-enter the public school system. Further information may be obtained by calling 778-8444. 4. Information: 746-4131. Fee applies. Upcoming: Friendship Day celebration at Roser Memorial Community Church May 5. Manatee High School student exhibit at the Anna Maria Island Art League May 5. Spring brunch and fashion show at Island Baptist Church May 6. Nature walk at Felts Audubon Pre- serve May 7. Auditions for "Quartet" at Island Play- ers May 7. Democratic Woman's Club fundraiser at Riverfront Theatre May 10. Save the Date: 'Pirates of AME" Spring Fling at St. Bernard Catholic Church May 13. "Mixed Emotions" at the Island Play- ers May 18-28. Armed Forces Day celebration at American Legion Post 24 May 20. Snook Adams' Kids Day with the Pri- - vateers at Bayfront Park May 20. 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"I just wanted to be a pilot and I thought the Navy seemed more exciting," said Ken. He entered the Navy in the summer of 1942, and to his surprise was sent to the newly constructed naval base in Minneapolis for Naval Air Corps training. Unfortunately, Ken's eyesight failed him on the depth perception tests and he was washed out of the program. But he had done exceptionally well on the flags, lights and signals portion of the testing, and the Navy offered him a chance to stay at the school as a trainer. The job came with an immediate promotion to quarter- master third class, a big jump in the enlisted ranks from able seaman. "That was a pretty good promotion for a guy who had only been in the Navy six months. And I got to stay in my home town, so I jumped at the offer." Ken would spend the next nine months training future Navy pilots the techniques of reading the flag and light signals needed for aircraft carrier landings. E entuall\, however, the Navy shipped him to San Francisco where he boarded the U.S.S. Polk, a com- mercial freighter and passenger ship that had been converted to an attack transport by the Navy. He was assigned as a quartermaster, working on the bridge in navigational control and often taking the helm to steer - the ship. "The bridge was.basically the.nerve center of a ship. We knew everything that was going on because all orders and information were coming or going through the bridge. It was an exciting place." The Navy added -numerous 20-mm and 40-mm anti-aircraft guns to the ship, and the Polk trained for beach assaults with the smaller landing craft that would carry Marines to the shore. The Polk provided cover fire and was there to assist in evacuating the wounded. Ken and his crew then headed to Pearl Harbor where the Polk joined the task force that invaded the Gilbert Islands inlate 1943, an invasion that would be known as Tarawa. It was the first Allied invasion in the Pacific of a Japainese-occupied territory and signaled the beginning of the end for the Japanese dreams of winning the war. But Tarawa was no cakewalk. "The landing was a tremendous challenge," remem- bered Ken. "Someone had given the troop ships the wrong information about the tides. They went in on a low tide and a lot of ships got smashed on the exposed coral reefs. And there were a lot of casualties on the beach." The U.S. Marines didn't realize they were facing Imperial Japanese NMarines, the biggest and strongest soldiers of the Japanese ightinig forces. "They were well dug in and their didn't surrender," said Ken. Only a few Japanese prisoners were taken alive out of the more than 7,000 on the Island for the invasion. After Tarawa was secure, the Polk headed back to Pearl Harbor %\ ith a load of casualties. After off-loading the \ ounnded, the Polk headed back for another inva- sion, this one on the land of Kwajalein. Invasion followed invasion, remembered Ken. "After K\\jjalein. we went to Bouganvillea for another in asion. then to Guam and Saipan. Guam \\iL an easy invasion because most of the Japanese had already fled." In October 1944, the Polk was in Leyte Gulf in the Phillipines when Gen. Douglas MacArthur fulfilled his famous pledge to "return." "I watching from the bridge that day, about 200 yards offshore, when MacArthur got off the landing craft and waded through the water. I saw the whole thing through my binoculars. It was all staged, with the cameras rolling, to make him look good." But things weren't too good back in Leyte Gulf when the Japanese kamikazes began to attack. "They would. ignore us and head for the big ships like the battlewagons and carriers. They wanted the big boys, not the small fry. Still, we opened up with all our guns and I'd like to think we got a few." After Leyte, the Polk headed back to Seattle. Enroute, the Polk struck a fishing vessel off the Cana- dian coast as it entered the Straits of Juan de Fuca bound for Seattle. "Thankfully, I was off duty at the time. It turned out the officer of the day was drunk and never gave the helmsman the order to get out of the way." The fishing vessel sank immediately, but all hands were rescued. The inebriated officer, however, was arrested when the ship docked in Seattle.and taken off the Polk, never to be seen again. After refitting, the Polk headed to the western Pacific for the invasion of Okinawa. The ship brought ashore the Navy's construction battalions, known as "Seabees," to build airports and roads for the invading forces. At Okinawa, the kamikazes would attack daily and Ken Stabeck in uniform during World War II. Holmes Beach resident and World War II veteran Ken Stabeck has lived in the city since .retiring in 1984. S' -Islander Photo: Rick Catlin .-- : . -. ,-- ..-- -,. ... nightly, but again, the Polk's luck held. "We saw plenty of ships get hit, especially the small carriers, but thankfully, they weren't interested in us." It took the Allies nearly two months to clear Oki- nawa of the Japanese. As on Tarawa, few surrendered, and the Americans suffered enormous casualties. The Polk again performed its duty, taking wounded back to Pearl Harbor or other naval hospitals in the Pacific. "We then started preparing for the invasion of Japan. We knew it would take a lot of attack vessels and other ships, and we knew we would have to get the men ashore on the mainland, N% which the Japanese had sworn they would defend to the last man. It was a sobering thought to think of the invasion," he remembered. Then came the Atom Bomb. Once the Japanese -surrendered on Aug. 15,.1945, everyone started adding up their points to see if they qualified for a discharge. "I had a lot of points, so I knew I would get dis- charged when we got back to the States," said Ken. Returning to San Francisco in the fall of 1945, Ken had the closest call of his Na\ al career "We came into San Francisco in heavy fog and I was at the helm steering the ship. We had a pilot from San Francisco giving me orders on where to steer to get under the Golden Gate Bridge. It was really hard to see and I had to rely upon the pilot. Then, I looked out the window and saw we were no more than a couple of inches from one of the bridge supports. I can't believe we didn't hit it, but we made it somehow." Instead of facing a court-martial or worse, Ken was sent home to Minneapolis where he was honorably dis- charged. In 1947, he married a Minneapolis girl and got a job as a salesman for International Harvester. He even- tually became an independent distributor of equipment products and mechanical devices, a business which he has now given to his son. He originally moved to Captiva Island in 1980, but a friend told him Anna Maria Island was better and he came here in 1984. "And-it was," said Ken with a laugh. He has no regrets about his naval service and not getting to fly. "The Navy was a tremendous experience for me. I'm proud to have done my part, and 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 i#u Plea 'ill Ricl Catlin at 778-7978. ' /"<> < 2-B 0 APRIL 26, 2006 M THE ISLANDER Boat death statistics not good at all in Florida The numbers are in for boating accidents last year, and the statistics aren't good. "Florida saw boating deaths rise in 2005 to the highest number reported in 10 years," according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Our neighbor to the north, Pinellas County, saw the largest number of fatalities in the state. Thankfully, no deaths were reported in Manatee County waters in 2005. "The majority of the increase in deaths was victims falling overboard," FWC officials said, with 80 people dead in 69 incidents last year, a 15 percent increase from 2004. And we're not talking about someone tumbling overboard in rough seas during a storm offshore. The FWC has determined that 69 percent of fatal falls over- board occurred on calm inland waters; 93 percent of the victims drowned (63 percent of whom reportedly could swim); none of the drowning victims were wear- ing or using a life jacket; and 53 percent were at least 51 years old. "We are very concerned about the upward trend in boating fatalities, said FWC Capt. Richard Moore, "especially given the fact the vast majority of these are easily preventable. "The simple act of wearing a life jacket is your best insurance on the water," according to Capt. Moore. More danger moving through As the bay and Gulf water temperatures approach 80 degrees, manatees in Florida are moving away from the springs and warm-water power plant outfalls to journey to distant vistas. As they migrate through the bays and nearshore areas of the Gulf of Mexico, they often journey into the path of boats, with disastrous results. FWC officials are warning boaters to be watchful near seagrass beds and other popular manatee haunts. Simply wearing polarized sunglasses and posting a lookout to watch for manatees is often about all it takes to avoid a fatal boat-manatee interaction. The glasses Audubon chiefs installed These officers took over the reins of the Manatee County Audubon Society for 2006-07 at the organiza- tion's annual potluck dinner: From left, Bunny Sch- neider, secretary; Tom Heitzman, president; Nancy Ambrose, first vice president; Arlene Flisik, second vice president; and Jack Schneider, treasurer By Paul Roat let you see better in the water; the lookout adds another set of eyes in the search. Please, be careful. Wet warnings As hard as it may be to believe, we're only a little more than a month away from the start of hurricane season. Reports indicate we're in for another "above average" number of storms, too, and now is definitely the time to start to prepare. You should know the drill by now: check your insurance, order the storm shutters you've been putting off, start stocking up on supplies. We'll offer all the hints and tips in the annual Islander hurricane guide, due out in late May, as well as a tracking map and potential evacuation sites. But here's a few thoughts for you to start to ponder early on. Whack the trees around your house now, especially those near the power lines. Tree limbs = missiles in a storm. Broken tree branches = no power in a storm. Trim them now. Dust off those old photo albums you hardly ever look at but know you can't live without, and put them in one or more of those big plastic tubs and stash them somewhere safe where you can grab them in a hurry if you've got to leave the Island. Emergency managers are now saying that you're probably going to have to be on your own for at least seven days. Be prepared for that event: No food, no water, no electricity. Think ahead. And speaking of thinking ahead, it appears that we're going to get another one of those "hurricane tax holidays" next month. Make a list of all those things you're going to need batteries, flashlights, all that stuff and shop until you drop that week and save a few bucks. And, of course, keep up the hope that we weather another bad weather season. Sandscript factoid Here's one of those hurricane survival stories that makes a huge amount of sense, with a stori'mtip thrown in. If you have a gas grill or propane stove, make sure you've got lots of fuel. If you don't have such an item, buy a lot of charcoal and lighter fluid for your outside barbecue grill. Lots and lots of charcoal it could be your main cooking medium for a long time. When the power goes out, take everything out of ;EfPETE WANTS YOU your fridge and freezer and cook it all. Cooked food lasts longer in coolers than uncooked. Eat like crazy while you can, then start to munch on the cold canned goods you've stockpiled. Oh, and forget the diets. Twinkies, chips all that other awful stuff is awfully comfortable to eat after a storm. You know you're going to want to do it anyway - why not plan ahead? Least tern nests will be protected tis week. Island bird nesting area to be isolated By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Volunteers will rope off about two acres of the northern beach of Anna Maria Thursday, April 27, to protect the nests of black skimmers and least terns. It is one of the most important nesting areas in Flor- ida for the two species, said Nancy Ambrose, Mana- tee County Audubon Society and Island activist. It will cover about the same area that was posted last year, plus a nearby sandbar. Hurricanes disturbed the birds and their nests last year, she said, with many eggs washed out by waves and water. Storms even far offshore can affect shore birds' habitat and routines. The nesting season for birds is May and June, but "we are seeing birds in the area now," Ambrose said. Meanwhile, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Con- servation Commission warned people to tread lightly along any shore, for "danger lurks everywhere for nest- ing shorebirds and other wildlife adapted to secluded beaches." Species find themselves competing with humans for strips of sand along the barrier islands and mainland beaches "with mixed results." Beach-nesting birds get nervous around human activities and sometimes flee their nests, leaving eggs and chicks at the mercy of an unfriendly nature. Thus the posting of nesting areas, said Nancy Douglass, regional nongame-wildlife biologist for the FWC. "It's not so much that people don't care, it's that beach-nesting birds are difficult to detect" because they're naturally camouflaged to hide on beaches. "We're asking those who use our beaches to avoid nesting areas where colonies of shorebirds are tending their eggs or young chicks. 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Although there are a lot of reports of small snook being caught, there are enough keepers being reeled in to make anyone smile. Redfish action is also good, although the fish seem to be scattered and a little hard to find. Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me The Fish Charters said that for him, "kingfish are stealing the show. Some days we had limit catches and some smok- ers up to 45 pounds, along with gag grouper, red grou- per and lots of large mangrove snapper, yellowtail snap- per, triggerfish, barracudas and sharks. We're fishing by the beach and out to 30 miles,.using live bait and artificial lures. He added that "the next few weeks will see the peak of the kingfish season, so now is the time to get your smoker king." Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle at Catch- ers Marina in Holmes Beach said it is definitely king- fish time in the Gulf, with beautiful fish to 35 pounds being caught. Trolling for grouper in about 40 feet of water offshore is a very productive means to get a cooler full of fish, he said, and inshore action for sheepshead is still hanging on. Snook action is about at its peak right now and, to aid in that fishing, whitebait is thick. Capt. Thom Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he's putting his charters onto lots of small snook, some keeper-size redfish, and a few nice-sized trout. He's using both artificial and live bait with good results. At Perico Island Bait and Tackle, reports include snook and redfish in Palma Sola Bay, caught both by wade fishers and boating anglers. Higher tides seem to produce the best catches. Trout is a good bet from the deeper seagrass beds. Offshore fishing for kingfish has been great for those that can get out in the Gulf. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said spring has finally arrived, if the slowing of the sheepshead catch is any indicator. There are still some sheepies to be caught, but the volume is definitely dropping as the water tem- Soldier son of Islander back from duty in Iraq Sgt. Brandon M. Patrick, son of Helen F. Patrick of Holmes Beach, has returned to the United States after deployment with the Logistic Support Area-Anaconda in Balad, Iraq. The Army Reserve noncom is a motor transport operator with two years of service. His father, Bruce, lives in Wayland, Mich., and his wife, Stact, is from Potterville, Mich. The sergeant graduated in 1999 from Wayland High School and Olivet College in Michigan. *HI^^IKC^ perature rises.. Other action at the pier includes mack- erel, black drum and some snook at night. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said there is good snook action after dark at the pier, plus some sheepshead during the day, as well as yellowtail jacks. Capt. Wayne Genthner of Wolfmouth Charters said, "If there was ever a time to catch a big king mackerel on light line, now is it. All along the deeper troughs and hard-bottom spots off Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key there are hungry masses of Spanish mackerel and huge king mackerel. We're catching them on spoons, plugs, jigs and live bait, big and small. The long and the short of it is that they are here eating up glass minnows and thread herring. Our half-day folks are connecting with keeper catches using very light sport-fishing tackle and it's one heck of an adrenaline rush when that reel starts to squeal. Pompano are still active and redfish, too. But let's face facts, those fish will be here with us most of the year but the spring mackerel run is now, so let's get us some." Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said some good-sized snook are coming to the dock with one boater catching a 43-inch-long fish that he released. Trout are few and far between, he said, but redfish are hitting near the mangroves in the bay on the higher tides. Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said to take your pick: Kingfish offshore or snook in the bays, because both are'at their peak right now. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Parrot Cove Marina in Cortez said that whitebaitt was plentiful and easy to get, and action was pretty good early inhthe week with some kings and big Span- Snook' Trout Redfish* Tarpon" Grouper" .abiA. : 941-704-6763 : sumotimefishing.com CaontMark Howard Inshore/Near hor U.S c liae1snewC8ired. Another great catch Pat Webster and Rob Ableman caught some huge kingfish with Capt. y Larry McGuire of S' Show Me The Fish SCharters. 0 - ish mackerel in the Gulf and some nice snook and red- .fish inshore. The quarter-moon tides really took a toll towards the end of the week, with all of the. above spe- cies being taken but in relatively small numbers. Every day was a challenge to get a hot bite going with any- thing, but if you persevered you could catch some fish." He added that water temperatures are rising and action should be great next week with better tides. On my boat Magic, we're catching lots and lots of small snook, as well as a few keepers. Redfish seem to be scattered but available, and we brought back a few trout up to 20 inches in size. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also welcome and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islanderorg. Please include identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone numberfoir morc iif,,ntatiio Snapshorts may be retrieved once .they appear in the paper It .. . "" -- "" Moon D3te AM HIGH 'prr't, I 1 1l -,22 NM~pi ~ I24 It. 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The win improves Dun- can's record to 8-0 and expanded its lead over WMFD to four games with less than half a season left to play. Duncan was led by Glenn Bower's 3-for-3 hitting performance that included a triple and three runs scored and a 3-for-4 day from Blake Wilson. Catcher Mike Dolan went 2-for-2 and scored three runs, while Conover helped himself at the plate with a single and three runs scored. Hunter Parrish added a single and one run scored to round out the Duncan offense. WMFD was led by Daniel Janisch, who went 3-for-3 including two doubles, while Tommy Price parked another pitch over the fence in left-center field. Trevor Bystrom tripled and scored one run, while Jake Rappe and Alex Hall each singled and scored one run for WMFD in the loss. WMFD bounced back from its demoralizing loss to Duncan by beating Morgan Stanley 15-10 on April 19. Price and Bystrom both went "yard" to cap huge hit- ting performances. Bystrom finished the game 3-for-4 with a home run, triple and two runs scored, while Price went 3-for-3 including a home run, double and three runs scored. Daniel Pimental added a double and two runs scored among his two hits, while Jerry Mayer, Andrew Crowton and Carson Wooten each singled and scored for WMFD in the win. Martine Miller went 2-for-3 including a triple and one run scored and Chris Pate added a double and two runs scored among his two hits on the night. Ally Titsworth added a single and one run scored for Morgan Stanley in the loss. AA Division action Island Real Estate scored three runs in the first and third innings on its way to a 6-3 victory over Betsy Hills in April 20 pitching league action for kids ages 8-10. Kalif Mora paced Island Real Estate with a home run, a triple and two runs scored, while teammate Cortni Wash added a pair of singles and two runs scored. Lexi Moore and Joey Cucci each singled and scored one run for IRE, which also received a pair of singles from Brennan Gallagher. e 1 1-ito -Aw vW A Or~,~i .4.;u~ Johnny Mattay went 2-for-2 including a triple and one run scored, while Cooper Hardy and Billy Eddy each singled and scored one run for Betsy Hills. Phil- lip Dudevoir and Mikey Ellsworth each went 2-for-2, while Olivia Alstrom and Lindsey Bell both managed singles for Betsy Hills in the loss. Spring Swing Saturday The first annual Spring Swing exhibition game is set for Saturday, April 29, at Birdie Tebbetts Field in Holmes Beach. The Anna Maria Islanders Junior League baseball team the Islanders will take on a team of their coaches and members of the Little League board of directors and, rumor has it, there might be a writer/soccer coach participating in the game as a rep- resentative of the sponsoring newspaper. Also on tap for this very exciting day is the base race. 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TH E LOAN CORPORATION ......... .. Brooke Cappar- elli dives on a ground ballfor L R her LPAC team as teammate Michael Wood backs her up .- .:. during T-ball A N action for Anna Maria Island Little League. Islander Photo: t Kevin Cassidy the game. Come on out and see if youth can overcome experi- ence in the first ever Spring Swing. Food and drinks will be served, with all proceeds benefiting the Anna Maria Island Little League coffers. Sponsor opportunities for first- through third-base are $50 a base. Home plate belongs to The Islander, but the pitcher's mound is open for $150. Publix has already "pitched in" with drinks and The Islander will be providing hot dogs and burgers for the fundraiser. Any interested sponsors can contact Andy Jonatzke at 778-1908. Horseshoe news Sam Samuels and Greg Schott posted the only per- fect 3-0 record in pool-play to earn outright bragging rights to the April 19 horseshoe competition at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Adin Shank and Ron Pepka outlasted four teams to earn runner-up honors for the day. On Saturday, April 15, five out of 15 teams advanced to the playoff round, with six wins required to be declared the day's champion. Sam Samuels and John Crawford defeated Ron Pepka and George. Landritus PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE /' ;Gail -"- Tsltewiler S Top Producing Realtor S" 941-705-0227 4 Toll Free 1-866-587-8559 GaflTuteRE@aol.com NORTH BEACH VILLAGE HOMEOWNER'S ASSOC. Gulf Drive, across from beach -first on market since 1999 GULF VIEWS: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, 1,206 sf plus two open porches, bonusToom. Features beautiful wood floors, new roof and hurricane shutters. Heated community pool. Just $579,000. ONE OF A KIND! 3BR/2BA, two car garage, 1,320 sf plus wrap around porch, 3BR/2BA two-car garage. Expanded open kitchen. Screen room with hot tub on lower level. Tumkey furnished, heated pool. $595,000. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE CONDO ASSOC. Holmes Blvd. (All 1,536 sf plus porches, bonus rooms, garages) ABSOLUTE SHOWPLACE: Largest floor plan, beautifully upgraded with two master suites, 2BA. Only one with two 10x20 foot porches, two-car garage. Now $624,900. LIGHT AND OPEN with two master suites upstairs, four porches, two-car garage. Short walk to beach. $605,000. OVERLOOKING POOL: 3BR/2BAtownhome with beautiful light colors, two-car garage. Short walk to beach. Turnkey furnished. $609,000. ISLAND HOMES/DUPLEXES WEST OF GULF DRIVE, Recently upgraded energy efficient home with 4BR, over 2,400 sf plus two two-car garages, bonus/recreation rooms, 10,000 sf duplex corner lot. Just $839,900. VILLA SOFIA: This beautiful Spanish Mediterranean-styled villa features three master suites with private heated pool and rooftop deck. Built in 2003. Huge garage. $80-100,000 rental income. $1,400,000. ISLAND DUPLEX: Ground floor duplexwith new kitchens and baths, newfloors and more, no common walls. 9,060 sf duplex lot. Reduced to $629,000. ISLAND CONDOS AFFORDABLE ISLAND CONDOS: 1BR upstairs with views of the Gulf and bay from the balcony. Bayfront pool and picnic area and steps to the beach. $289,900. 2BR upstairs. Near pool and bay (great bay views) $349,900. THIS IS THE LIFE! 2BR upstairs condo with Gulf views: Totally redesigned. Heated pool, fishing pier, beach, clubhouse. Walk to Bridge Street shops, restaurants, etc. $344,900. MARTINIQUE SOUTH GULFRONT CONDO #108: 2BR/2BA with light Florida colors and great view of Gulf. New price $669,900. LONGBOAT KEY GULFFRONT: Beautifully upgraded 2BR/2BA condo with won- derful Gulf views. $789,000. PANORAMIC GULF AND BAY VIEWS: Truly the penthouse view! Sixth floor Gulffront condo with views from every window. Magnificently upgraded and turnkey furnished. Now $889,000. 3224 EAST BAY DRIVE M ebck 32HOLMES BEACH ^ ,,-::..,t-i;..'. .. www.Wedebrock.com THE ISLANDER M APRIL 26, 2006 U B-5 Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4-B 22-12 in the final match of the day. Samuels and Craw- ford defeated Ron Slagh and Debbie Rhodes 21-7 in their first playoff game before defeating Hank Huyghe and Greg Schott to advance to the championship match. Pepka and Landritus defeated Charlie Apuzzo and Norm Good by a 21-13 score to advance to the cham- pionship match. Play gets under way at 9 a.m. every Wednesday and 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. Key Royale golf news Joyce Brown fired a four-under-par 28 to win the women's low-net golf competition at the Key Royale Club April 18. Brown finished one shot ahead of sec- ond-place finisher Terry Westby, while Phyllis Lamp, Sally Maynard, Mary Selby and Meredith Slavin each shot 31 to finish in a tie for third place. The team of Jean Cashman, Meredith Slavin, Tootie Wagner and Terry Westby captured the team low-net competition with an average score of 31.25. Second place went to the team of Sally Maynard, Dor- othy McKinna, Marian Mulroy and Jean Tourt with an average score of 33.25. Marge Jacobs, Mary Anne Kaemmerlen and Marilyn Thorton had an average score of 34 to finish in third, while Phyllis Lamp, Diane Miller, Joanne Ozdych and Joyce Rieth averaged 35.5 to finish fourth. Markie Ksiazek and Terry Westby each had chip- ins on hole No. 7. Holmes Beach skateboard contest set for May 20 The City of Holmes Beach is planning a skateboard contest Saturday, May 20, at the skateboard park adja- cent to city hall. There will be a $20 fee to compete and anyone who isn't already registered at the Holmes Beach Skate Park must do so in advance of the contest. To register, youths must be accompanied by an adult to city hall to complete a form and pay the park member fee of $10. Three age divisions, 9-11, 12-14 and 15-17 will compete for first-, second- and third-place trophies. The deadline to sign up is May 19. For more information, call the city at 708-5804, ext. 248. Island Team Duncan WMFD M. Stanley Little League standings Won Lost 8 0 4 5 0 8 - S ..C----l ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ s -.-- ..-- l'--ww4~ g.vva K, p w,~ S *v'4 i.~7~7 ,r4. I.,. Alex Siegal slapped a single on this swing of the bat for his Greg Ross Development team during T-ball action at the Anna Maria Island Community Center's stadium. Islander Photos: Kevin Cassidy Anna Maria Island Little League schedule Junior League (ages 13-15) April 22 10 a.m. Spring Swing Birdie Tebbetts Field May 1 6:30 p.m. Islanders vs. G.T. Bray #2 G.T. Bray Park AAA League (ages 9-12) April 26 6:30 p.m. Duncan vs. M. Stanley April 29 10 a.m. WMFD vs. Duncan May 3 6:30 p.m. WMFD vs. M. Stanley AA League (ages 8-10 April 27 5W30 p.m. April 27 7 p.m., April 28 7:30 p.m. May 2 5:30 p.m. May 2 7 p.m. T-Ball (ages 5-7) April 28 6 p.m. April 29 9 a.m. April 29 10a.m. IRE vs. M. Stanley Betsy Hill vs. Bark Bark vs. M. Stanley Bistro vs. M. Stanley IRE vs. Bark A&E vs. Ross Dev. Sandbar vs. A&E LPAC vs. Harry's For Expert Advice On Island Properties CALL THE ISLANDERS CALL CHRIS & JOHN .,-... 941-778-6066 i C l w I,_r.i ,lrHiE, : ,*, S: J, ii.ri ,trl T Si 'L i,.,J: s-` ISLLAND S, -$ REALIFSTATE O F l' I II I I'lLN o, ."h 61()l rllRIN4 DR HOLKIF 6EA(H SGulf-Bay Realty Jesse Brisson SBroker Associate, GRI 941-713-4755 MINI RESORT Two duplexes, four units in Bradenton Beach directly across the street from the beach. $649,900 each duplex. FULL GULF VIEWS: Unobstructed views from this adorable 2BR/1BA turnkey condo. $499,000. VALENCIA GARDEN: 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished condo with golf course views and pool. Completely updated! $284,900. SANDYPOINTE: 2BR/2BA impeccably maintained condo close to everything. Must see. $355,000. FEET TO THE BEACH: Spacious 2BR/2BA bath condo with pool and great rental history. $599,000. NORTHBEACHVILLAGE: A 2BR/2.5BA, 1,500 sf ,condo.witb pool. Lowest price in NBY! .$.579,Q00. One of the biggest names in mortgages is right in your own backyard. WV7hen you choose Chase you Share guaranteed by a variety of products offered by one of the nation's top mortgage lenders. Plus, the knowledge of loan officers like Ron Hayes who are familiar with and dedicated to your local community. So, whatever your mortgage needs fixed rate, adjustable rate, jumbo, government, call Ron locally for a free consultation at 1 (941) 761-9808 (24 hours) or (800) 559-8025. CHASE BBr~raiHIUfi^J^^Bs~;~4ltll^'Kf ~fiipi~pHN^i Jt~i .. -- -;- a--- LPAC player Danielle Capparelli is ready for action during instructional league T-ball at the Center sta- dium. Anna Maria Island Little League batting leaders Name 1. Tommy Price 2. Blake Wilson 3. Daniel Janisch 4. Connor Cloharty 5. Trevor Bystrom 6. Martine Miller 7. Glenn Bower 8. Alex Burgess 9. Mike Dolan 10. Hunter Parrish Batting Avg. .667 .650 .565 .500 .500 .444 .440 .400 .368 - .353 Team WMFD Duncan WMFD Duncan WMFD M. Stanley Duncan Duncan Duncan Duncan LTD MORTGAGE INC. The Oldest Mortgage Co. on Anna Maria Island Linda G. Davis Ted E. Davis Licensed Mortgage Brokers Conforming and jumbo loans. 1st and 2nd mortgages. SNo closing cost home equity lines of credit. 100% purchase money mortgages. Residential and commercial mortgages. Private money available for those hard-to-place loans. l_ ^ f!,i'i (941) 779-2113 502 72nd Street SHolmes Beach ANNA MARIA WATERFRONT SC,_ Natural setting surrounds This 3BR/2BA home with _. ^ o open water views, boat dock, hot tub, steps to beach and turnkey furnished! Offered at: $849,900. BAYVIEW DUPLEX includes lot on bay! 3BR/3BA and 1BR/1BA duplex or 4BR/4BA home With boat docks and gorgeous view of Sarasota Bay. Offered at $969,900. ISLAND CON VENIENCE STORE WITH GAS Suip@_)pportuni\ toown Island businessr Offered at: '$169,000 & Inventory. Deborah Thrasher RE /MAX Excellence (941)518-7738 (941) 383-9700 DebMThrash@aol.com o o o*0ooo0*ooo oooooo 0o.ooo 0,o 6-B M APRIL 26, 2006 TIHE ISLANDER Diane Linscott can make your day D By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter With the season coming to a close there are only a few nights left to listen to Diane Linscott perform live at DaGiorgio's Ristorante in Holmes Beach, but fans of the jazz singer can bring the experience home with Lin- scott's new compact disc, "Our Day at the Movies." The CD is a collection of 13 songs originally per- formed by actress Doris Day in her movies. The con- cept for the CD came from pianist Charlie Prawdzik, who accompanies Linscott at DaGiorgio's and has part- nered with her for other recordings. Also featured on the CD is Mark Neuenschwander playing bass. Jazz pianist Dick Hyman reviewed the CD prior to its release and commented that it is "a great idea for an album. Diane Linscott shows off her gorgeous personal style." Hyman continues she's "a top-notch singer, both skilled and warm, and is backed up by a sympathetic band that features graceful accompaniment ... These are songs that deserve to be remembered, and we're grateful to Diane Linscott for recalling them." Linscott, who began her singing career in her mid- 50s, has been performing with Prawdzik for the.past six years and says he is a "world-class" pianist who knows how to both execute an exquisite solo and complement a singer. Originally from Maine, Linscott spends her winters on the Island and has performed in jazz clubs through- out the country, including the Jazz Corner at Hilton Head with the Bob Alberti Trio and the Press Room in Portsmouth, N.H. with Paul Broadnax. Recently she played at the Palladium in St. Petersburg in concert with "Women of Jazz." Linscott has produced five CDs, four with Prawdzik. She says they are also in the process of working out musical arrangements for anotherjazz ori- ented CD. Linscott and Prawdzik have much in common and they discovered they both grew up admiring Doris Day. "She was a popular actress as I was growing up and a great singer," said Linscott. "She didn't sing in the jazz idiom, but she could have. A singer to me is a singer, you can do any genre." All of Linscott's recordings are currently avail- - able, including the new release, "Our Day at the Movies." They can be purchased at her shows, online at www.cdbaby.com/linscott4, or from Linscott via e-mail, djazzl@aol.com. Linscott's talents don't end with her singing career. She is also a classical music composer, award-winning printmaker, jewelry designer, sculptor and painter. She actively works in all mediums year round in her Maine and Florida studios. Although not formally trained in any medium, she learns through researching a topic of interest and fol- lows her instincts. She has not yet produced a recording of hlir own musical scores, but has always written classical music and was the 1989 "composer of the year" in Maine. Linscott admits she has won awards in everything she has done. In April, she participated in a multi-faceted show in Winter Park, Fla., at a venue called Hot Olives. The gig showcased multi-talented artists allowing participants to feature both their art and music. [1T -- W7'X SDENNIS GIRARD SBroker A associate Dmi L ,tu,.'.i w mii CIi. lia P .'iid.i pl L(-/ " ). i i. \' V .' ri,- .l1.i / i ." a l,:: ,. ,.mi'isinioi n ,,/ son.U. OiQinailh, I't.J0,M /-% DLhric< Da, \' hida i (l, S t. l ;.."n. All of Linscott's jewelry and artwork is one of a kind. Some of the work is featured in galleries, but she says she does a limited number of shows and works mostly with private clients. She describes her artwork as experimental. It evolves as she tries new things, creating new pieces from previous "mistakes," modifying them as inspira- tion guides her. "It couldn't be created any other way," she said. "I love art because I love composing things to make something different. What I create is totally abstract and spontaneous." Nothing in Linscott's creative realm is static. She is always working on projects, and one of those is com- posing a symphony. She noted that developing a sym- phonic work is demanding, but it's a lifelong project she intends to finish. Linscott says her life is about creating creatively and that is a "real privilege." She confides, "It's not so much about talent, it's about motivation, and I've always had motivation. It's a real joy. "I sing because I'm happy when I sing," said Lin- scott. 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Call John Zirzow, Agent/Owner (941) 778-9171 Markey Realty COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN ANNA MARIA Ll 4,- S379,900 - S 5599,900 CLUB %^ 'i BAMBOO ". ,"*v Unique Gulionltrenlal S... development Some t..r u unis o Her direct Gull Views. E.rnsive reno S vation ;n 2003, include. ing newer furniture ;-. ., -" package Grenarnesl ,"A ,..:? l [ menl opportunity $419,999 RUNAWAY BAY 2BR/2BA vacant, easy to show and ready for a new owner! All new carpet and tile. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. Brand new furniture in every room has never been used. Wonderful lake view with showering fountain brings the outdoors in. Close to the pool and oth to depdedbeach Moke- a qirerddtal ii "r aF ., '. Illl"W llisj i iiiift S495,000 and 5499,900 CLUB BAMBOO SOUTH Exlenilve lenoavlion. completed in 20105 Ihe GulHiron units offer exterior covered porches overlooking the healed pool and Ihe gorgeous Gulf (oon~ sunels Ilighily itlulal pimimled lIi maximum rental polenial RESORT -''.JEST. REA.L. E ArEr * 4030 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Longboat Key FL 34228 ll.iY -f "'d. I" f-..- f' .. -. Expandable office center in two buildings on Pine Avenue and Crescent Drive in Anna Maria, with attractive landscaping and ample parking. Property includes two buildable lots; one lot has only a utility shed on it, which could be replaced with another office building. Current tenants include a real estate firm, a mortgage broker, a podiatrist, and an apartment tenant. All have been tenants for five or more years. J im Anderson Licensed Broker Jim Anderson Realty Company S": PO Box 1789 401-B Pine Avenue Anna Maria, FL 34216 941.778.4847 toll free 1.800.772.3235 SWW\. irnjori.der:r.nre.-Ir, ,r.:,rm e-mail: im6805@aol.com THE ISLANDER 0 APRIL 26, 2006 M B-7 F IAE DS FOUR-DOOR GLASS cooler, $2,000. Two-door stainless-steel cooler, $ 1,500. (941) 778-4441. SIX LIGHT WOOD Bernhardt dining room chairs with solid cream fan design seats and back. $450. (941) 778-7702 Leave message. SOFA AND LOVESEAT: Paisley print, plus white and tan chair. Good condition. $500 or best offer. (941) 778-8339. MOVING MUST SELL: Body Solid home gym. $500. (941) 778-4118, anytime. MOVING MAKE ME AN OFFER 27-inch Sharp color TV, TV/vcr cabinet, 8x11-foot oriental rug, tan, oversized chair, tan loveseat, Ducane barbecue/grill, 3x3-foot glass-top coffee table, four-foot drop-leaf maple kitchen table with two matching chairs. (941) 778-3904. BRICK PAVERS: Old Towne design. Three size mosaic, 200 sf +/- for patio or walk. $300 for all. (941) 778-5665. SOFA SLEEPER: QUEEN size, light peach floral with large cushions. Very good condition. $275 or best offer. (941) 798-9099. 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 James Lee, (941) 795-1112 or 704-8421. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From Calusas to Con- dominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies available at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-7978. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tues- days and Thursdays. 9am-noon on Saturdays. Sales racks, children's clothing. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. ESTATE SALE: 9am-2pm Friday, April 28. Giant sale, something for everyone. New dining table, chairs and china cabinet, dinette table and 11 chairs, three refrigerators, washing machine, side-by-side freezer, two desks, two futons, nice bedroom set, two recliners, Chinese cab- inet, corner wicker entertainment center, sofa/ loveseat, Craftsman riding mower, Michelin Radial XSE 225-50 tires, nest of tables, silk trees, fireplace tools, wicker desk, sewing machine, penguin collection, everyday dishes and glasses, coffee and end tables, cater cooler and kitchen. Sale by Julie McClure. Pictures at www.appraisals4u.biz. 511 75th St., Holmes Beach. DRIVEWAY SALE: 8am-6pm Saturday, April 29. Mostly furniture. 210 54th St., Holmes Beach. BIG SALE: NIKI'S Gifts, Jewelry, Antiques. All ster- ling jewelry 50-70 percent off. Ask about two Lane blanket chests, white bedroom set, two desks, knotty-pine wardrobe, all 50 percent off. Select gifts, art, collectibles, vintage and costume jew- elry, furniture 40-80 percent off. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm. (941) 779-0729. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. LOST: SILVER WEDDING and mother's rings on beach end of Mangrove Avenue,. Call (231) 796-3079. FOUND: YOUNG BLACK female cat. Please call (941) 778-1389. Office number, but leave mes- sage. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call (941) 807-1734 or visitwww.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a personal- ized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Forms 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. SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 .. .. .. . NORTH POINT HARBOUR BEAUTY! Gorgeous WONDERFUL WATERFRONT HIDEAWAY 3BR/3BA waterfront showplace with boat dock, Warm and inviting 7BR/3.5BA Nantucket style palladianwindows, arches, columns,vaulted ceilings, pool home on panoramic Bimini Bay!. Pine ceramictile,twosidedfireplace,eat-inkitchen,wetbar, floors and kitchen cabinets, solid surface breakfast bar, sumptuous master suite with Jacuzzi countertops, elevated master suite with stunning and more! Security, intercom, sprinkler systems, views. Bring the whole family! Priced at circular drive, and new roof! $1,250,000. $1,750,000. Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com -------- --- If YoU Haven't Found It - YOU SHOULD! Hiddenlake OJlme. t.ith.t a LC qiesl.lte *Gated Community *Attached Garage wlElectric Gulf ofMexic Door Opener *Beautiful Lakefront Homes *Heated Pool & Spa 75TH ST WEST m *Minutes to the Gulf Of 61TTH ST WEST * Mexico M SWEST Behind he ( *Four Models To Choose Beaa From 9TH ST WEST *Gorgeous Clubhouse I Choose Your Interior Colors d Designs Lux.vury Condominiimsll 6404 7th Ave. Cir. W. A A^^ss^^m~ FEATURED LISTING NORTH BEACH VILLAGE UNIT. Largest floor plan t over 1,500 sf with three decks. Choice location, private condo with two-car garage, nicely maintained, heated pool and close to the beach! Lowest price in North '. Beach Village. $579,000. GREAT VALUE! Home with Deeded Boat Slip. Ground level 2BR/1BA home in a quiet neighborhood. Bright and airy with an open floor plan. Short walk to the beach and just steps from your boat. Great winter residence or investment/ renovation potential. Priced to sell at $575,000. MINI RESORT Four units in Bradenton Beach directly across the street from the Gulf! Room for a pool, great rental history, Gulf views from roof top sundeck. Property is ripe for condo conversion or just sit back and let the income roll in. Each duplex offered at $649,900. 1 AND 2 BEDROOM CONDOS Enjoy fabulous sunsets from your rooftop deck! Just one block from the beach and centrally located in Bradenton Beach. Walk to Historic Bridge Street, restaurants, shops, and marina. Turnkey furnished & ready to rent. New heated pool and rooftop deck! Wonderful island escape! Starting at $329,000. FULL GULF VIEWS! Unobstructed views of the Gulf from this adorable 2BR/1BA turnkey condo in Bradenton Beach. Low association fees, no rental restrictions, and zero maintenance. $499,000. 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. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS: Rarely available 3BR unit, overlooking canal. Spacious bedrooms and eat-in kitchen. Over 1600 sf, heated pool and spa in a beautifully maintained bay-front community. $599,000. SANDY POINTE: Impeccably maintained 2BR/2BA condo in central Holmes Beach within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach! No rental restrictions make this condo an instant income producer. Heated pool, covered parking, storage, washer dryer, and new water heater! Don't wait come see this tastefully done unit today! $355,000. VALENCIA GARDENS Renovated ground floor end unit, 2BR/2BA 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. New kitchen! $284,900. GREAT CANALFRONT VALUE IN LONGBOAT KEY 3.BR/2BA home with won- derful open-beam ceilings, new flooring, new dock, no bridges to bay. Short walk to beach, botanical park and a great restaurant. $779,000. 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. 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 swim- ming pool and much more all close to beach access! This is a must see! $849,000. STEPS TO THE BEACH! Spacious 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished condo in a small four- unit complex. Heated pool, rooftop sundeck with great views, excellent rental history with no rental restrictions! Would be a great second home. A must see. $599,000. 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! $799,000. 761 -0444 8-B M APRIL 26, 2006 M THE ISLANDER I S LADEC A SSEEE 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 for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, (941) 720-1411. LOVABLE 3-YEAR old male cat to good indoor home. Orange and white, short hair. Neutered, declawed, clean, shots. Call (941) 778-7845. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call (941) 922-0774. WANTED TO BUY: Deeded boat slip on Anna Maria Island, deep or shallow. Please call, (941) 778-2581. 28-FOOT REGAL LSR-2001: Only 160 hours, like new! Great day cruiser/party boat, even has a head! Always kept on a lift, new custom mooring cover and much, much more. $43,000. Call Pam or Phil at (941) 778-8281 or (941) 704-7445. 1985 32-FOOT WELLCRAFT St. Tropez. 100 hours, new rebuilt 260-hp twin engines, new canvas, fully equipped, turnkey. Moored locally. $39,500. (941) 795-1587. FOR SALE: 1993 Johnson 200-hp outboard motor. Low hours, runs great. $2,500 or best offer. (941) 778-6170. BONUS! CLASSIFIED ADS are posted early online at www.islander.org. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat "Magic." Full or half day backwater and near shore fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. (941) 723-1107. SPART-TIME HELP wanted for small resort motel on Anna Maria. Call evenings, (941) 778-4206. SEEKING PIANO PLAYER evenings for Ooh La La! Bistro. Music range from classical to jazz. Call Chef Damon, (941) 778-5320. NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restau- rant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call (941) 778-3953. SING! IFYOU can carry a tune and would help lead a singing congregation, please join with Gloria Dei Lutheran's choir on Sundays at 9:45am. Two miles north of Manatee Bridge on Anna Maria Island. (941) 778-1813. HOUSEKEEPER OR LAUNDRY room assistant: 10-30 hours per week. Weekends required. No smokers. Apply in person at Haley's Motel or call (941)778-5405. LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/companion for elderly gentleman. Fluent English, nonsmoker, valid driv- er's license required. $20,000/year, plus room and board. (941) 355-3553. POSITION AVAILABLE FOR person with minimum one-year experience using RNS vacation rental software. Job consists of training and supporting customers with our rental management software package. Some bookkeeping experience required. Salary range based upon experience, $27,000-plus. Send resume to apply@rental-network.com. (No phone contact, please). SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR FOR condominium complex in north Longboat Key. Year-round per- manent position, 30-35 hours per week. Outgoing, dependable, organized, able to use e-mail and word processor. Good communication skills. Opening available in May. Call (941) 383-5454, or E-mail Longbeachcondol @aol.com. BUSY ACCOUNTING FIRM seeks full-time book- keeper to assist with accounts, daily record keep- ing, payroll. QuickBooks and Excel expertise a must. Call Jamie, (941)'748-2683. OFFICE RESERVATIONIST: RELIABLE people- person needed.for Longboat Key resort. Five years experience. 9am-5pm, four days per week, includ- ing Saturday and Sunday.-$12/hour. Phone (941) 383-5549 and ask for appointment. HELPER FOR LANDSCAPER and property main- tenance. Call Chris, (941) 704-2714. SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER looking for certi- fied teachers. Part-time afternoon hours Monday through Thursday. Please call, (941.) 795-1246. FOR SALE: LUCRATIVE Laundromat. Call Karen at (800) 332-3000. 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-grader, female, great with kids and animals. Call Kendall, (941) 779-9783. Cindy M Jones UPDATED. FLORIDA- ; GRI CRS; Sale Associate. STYLE ISLAND .. .. DUPLEX ; '~ ~ "; i~ Zoned R-4 for inves- DUNC AN tors! IBR eah side, Real Estate, Inc. 41Mma., new roof, carpet, '-i '' 779! 304 paint, and more! Tropical back yard, privacy fenced and large covered 7 :porch area. 3012 Gulf Drive. S495,000. .. irieA #:nhe( Call Collandra & Co. Real Estate, Edie Force, 920-0129 M\Iichael Saunders : & Company STUNNING BEACH BUNGALOW r. t.j.iijUlI F hlliefi jnij laffidy roci~m jrej wiln ue]ulll iwilijiRohl P~ wcioii tiociors (iy'hpli atnnis qriiieKimbrly oehl P.A iLile .Lj ;flIn .iji,, jrKprpjn, : jrI. n 941 447-9988 lijrni-'.he d ~ ilh nejltd rn)(jl 1)[11)D C rr twhtd 3 PLAYA ENCANTAOA: 2131 condo/Gulffront 1 00-FOOT CANAL FRONTAGE: Home features L orripip Tujrrnvy urfir.hrtj r we1rII I ioltri Ijr~in i ~IrI I jun u t0 pI ~ I:rItr jaun.), j1 n padrtialGul viII U~s $.9,'IIIJ~i lillt .j o rd iol esIoTir-dIoY.C Baynp I ba/ 19 4XIIJ $25,000 POOL ALLOWANCE: .i riplL-ely $10.000 REMODEL ALLOWANCE: 28R updated 2BR/2BA duplex. Turnkey with single family on Anna Maria Island for under everything new! Terrific location, only one $400,000withwaterviews. Deededaccessto block to the beach. $649,000. Spring Lake. Room for pool. $378,500. ^.^. "- -. *t OUTSTANDINGBAYWATERFRONT Cp luring OWNER FINANCING OPTIONS POSSIBLE: expansivebayviewsthisimpeccablyrenovated Tumkey-furnished lightandopenend unitwith Key Royale home offers 2653 sf of living area. allthe extras. Readyforyour enjoyment. Pool- Dock and 10,0001b lift $2,299,000 and deeded beach access. $459,000. www.michaelsaunders.com KimberlyRoehl@michaelsaunders.com 4400 Manatee Ave. W.* Bradenton 941.748:6300 Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor : 778-0455 S'. W": : .- .' .*... ...*. -. : reen REAL ESTATE S-iOF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help you get the home of your dreams. f Competitive rates. SLocal experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. fUp-front approval* at the time of application. f As little as no-to-low down payment options available to make qualifying easier. fLoan amounts to $6 million. f Construction financing available. Pam Voorhees Home Loan Consultant 401 Manatee Ave.W. Holmes Beach pam_voorhees@countrywide.com www.pamvoorhees:com Countrywide HOME LOANS (941) 586-8079 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER 2003 COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.TRADE/SERVICE MARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND/OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES. ADD APPROPRIATE . STATE, LEGAL. UPrFRONT 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. ACROSS FROM SENSATIONAL BEACH makes this an enviable location foryears to come. This 3BR townhouse with an easy care design offers triple sky-light living area with soaring ceilings, labor-saving kitchen, liberally-sized '. iojei, inviting m sster '.uit and i i Il.,ri up, iair ., creatively SIzewi-car anached garage wirln 150 si uwrk jrea ,ind 3 480 51 fle' roml. Grab ,i rare hnla n Island village' $619.000 4 Jim D Ales.ii 194111 73-11606 S Ii. S T T' ..I. .K ( P Prudential Palms Realty Michelle MuIWsto Reallor Fine Homes Specialis/ S941-809-3714 www.michellemusto.com President's Circle Recipient BAYWATCH: BRADENTON BEACH 1301 N. Bay Drive. S i ..-. Directboayfronl, 2B1/2BA, ill. I .'i 1 1,079 sf, nicely furnished. S524,900. : f'."i *ii ii 1- ll i s i ' LEGENDS AT TATUM RIDGE: SARASOTA 230 Londonderry Drive: A I ok kefionl home, 3BR/3BA, 2,338 sf, dining room. den, Ihree-cor garage. 5529.900. THE ISLANDER M APRIL 26, 2006 U B-9 ; -- .S S I F I E D Si NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, (941) 761-1569. Red Cross certified. ENSURE_YOUR CHILD'S safety while you relax. Call Gemma, (941) 447-9657. Responsible, reliable and experienced 10th-grader with a love for children. Red Cross babysitting and first-aid certifications. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, (941) 779-9783. RED CROSS first-aid certified babysitter certified. Call Alex, (941) 778-5352. MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, cleanup, edging, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent refer- ences. Edward (941) 778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. (941) 778-5476. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. (941) 545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. (941) 778-0944. CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for 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. Call (941) 713-5333. APPLIANCE & AC DOCTORS: We repair air con- ditioners, refrigerator, washer/dryer, oven, garbage disposal, other household items. Honest, depend- able. 20-plus years experience. (941) 650-9293. MR. BILLS HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in con- struction trades. "I'm handy to have around." (941) 778-4561. CUCCIO TILE: Many Island references. Free esti- mates. Licensed and insured. (941) 730-2137. AAA WIFE and HUSBAND cleaning your house and windows with confidence. Good references, reasonable rates. Licensed and insured. (941) 812-0499. FISHING FOR a good deal? Look in The Islander, 778-7978. T 8 4 W &~n LW~~ **~~ bl~ PRICE BUSTERS ISLAND cleaning and errand ser- vice. No job too small. All houses and yard work, also trash removal and personal shopping. Call between 8am-6pm for more details. (941) 592-2353. FREE HOUSESITTING: RETIRED Christian couple with much experience available anytime.-References furnished. (770) 832-7319. Ewingwt@ earthlink.net. CLEANING COUPLE: A few open slots for offices, condos, houses, etc. We also do errands and hurricane checks. Honest and dependable. (941) 448-7119. LEWIS MOBILE CAR wash service at your home, office, anywhere inside or outside. Wash, vacuum- ing, detailing. Henry Lewis. Cell (941) 465-6963. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 758-0395. 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.jackelka.com. (941) 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. late waterfrontt 'es Beaci! NEW LISTING! Premier upsjtars corner unit 'v'ilh prnoiramic Gulf 3BR'2BA ,rtmn 95-lo1t ceilings -1ool do,,ors. crown moldin a slin- less appliances and granite counrienops througnoult Gorgeouslv decorated and lurnk.ey lurnisned, wilh owner Sausage only' MusI see' SCall Sue Carlson S941-720-2242 for an appointment. $2,225,000. Isla4 PI qce K i (941) 779-9320 www.anialandplace,com 312 61ST STREET E ILPER SAY S-ELL g w NOw:' *Prie reduced $10,000: Plus "$15,000 furniture allowance Free pod: -.:;.- Bedutiful 3BR/28A completely upgraded home. $68 5000. SBOYD RAV RY 941.778.8388 . 5506 MAMWNA DR. Homtees-AC FL ;, - ; 1' II~. 10-B M APRIL 26, 2006 M THE ISLANDER S L 4A CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, land- scaping, cleanup, hauling and more! Insured. (941) 778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. Monthly and quarterly accounts available. If it is broken, we can fix it. Call (941) 778-2581. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING:Top quality lawn and land- scape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call (941) 778-2335 or 284-1568. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call (941) 807-1015. YOUR COMPLETE LAWN service: Cut when you're ready. No contracts, no job too small. Low prices. Call (941) 792-4282. 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. Haul- ing: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free esti- mates. Call Larry at (941) 795-7775, "shell phone" (941) 720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean- - ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell (941) 448-3857. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residen- tial and commercial. 30-years experience. (941) 729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Installs, cleanup, 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. Bill, (941) 795-5100. 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 sup- plied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, (941) 726-3077. 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. Thirty years experience. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, (941) 779-2294. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, (941) 748-4711. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handy- man, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing and tree trimming. Call (941) 778-6170 or 447-2198. Mike . Norman a Realty,eN -, 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 ; (941) 778-6696 Office Kathy Caserta (941) 778-4364 Fax Realtor, GRI, CRS 1-800-367-1617 Toll-Free (941) 778-6943 Home (941) 704-2023 Cell 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. 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. 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. CARL V. JOHNSON JR. Inc. building contractor. New homes, additions, renovations. Quality work and fair prices. Lic#RR0066450. Call (941) 795-1947. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call (941) 705-0275 for free estimates. PAINTING AND IMPROVEMENT by Carlos. Licensed and insured. Wallpaper hanging, interior and exterior painting, pressure wash, faux finishing, drywall repair. Phone (941) 753-5936. Cell (941) 580-2421. Fax (941) 752-3109. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., (941) 778-6665 or (800) 749-6665. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1 BA with breathtaking sunsets. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. (901) 301-8299 or.e-mail captko462@aol.com. S W -.- REALtOR. 31Years of Professional Service EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS TOWNHOUSE/VILLA: 3BR/3BA Heated pool, gazebo, upgrades. $598,000. ARBORS 2BR/2BA, golf course, turnkey, clubhouse. $263,900. MARTINIQUE N.-Direct Gulf view, corner with garage, storage. Updated. Shows beautifully. $899,000. KEY ROYALE-Canalfront lot. 9,450 sf. Golf course view. $699,000. BAYVIEW- 4-5BR/4BA, induding guest quarters. Large master suite. $1,330,000. GULF VIEW- Holmes Beach duplex or 4BR/2BA home. $799,000. HARBOUR VILLA CLUB- 2BR/2BA, turnkey, boat dock. $794,900. BAYPOINTE- 4BR/3BA villa. Eight month new. $251,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealt7@aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com -~~~, zr r I.-~ lang l I iiiS A- U DOLPHIN HARBOUR AT MARINA ISLE .urrnrir,, under construction. This amazing 5.R 55BA Key-Weil 'rii rle sirderie. ji wjterlrir', drera Enjoy fabulous vistas from your lu.uriou mIjlerf sjile iver0l,.:'ingii Biminr 83,v ard T.a mpr Bj3 with the Sunshine Skyway in rhe di iairne Stleps 3wJ troni ,your tr[,al 1ip wiih e'.sv jcce.3s to Tampa Bay and the Gulf oi Meic, Greal ererl-nanri ,.pjc ,ilh i ,3ultiljull, doniined gourmet kitchen opening up ir, a paj,: ious gJrnd rorn j wr.i rai3r,:unro i: An jrrazing private bayfront retreat Ctldrdl alt.$2,_,95.0.i). : ; ; 1 & 2 BIOMCOMOS FROM $329,000 Just in time to watch 4th of July fireworks displays from your roof- top deck! One block from the beach and centrally located in Bra- denton Beach. Walk to Historic Bridge Street, BB Marina, shops, and restaurants. Cute condos in small complex with new heated pooll Wonderful little piece of paradise. Starting at $329,000. CUE, QUIE, OPEN A BRIGH Cute two bedroom, concrete-block home in a great area of Holmes Beach. Open floor plan, eat-at bar, lots of windows and room fora pool. Need more reom?,Build up! Great addition and/or renovation ; potential! $545:000. . j Reach more than 20,000 people weekly with your ad -for as little as $20 Call Nancy 778-7978 The Islander www.islander.org l ' GREAT BUILDING SITE Put your plans in place to construct a lovely contemporary structure on this duplex zoned lot. Possible to remove existing structure and utilize the 11,000 sf lot to create a private retreat. Tropical foliage and trees plus your added landscaping gives you opportunity to be unique with design. OWNER ANXIOUS! Asking $695000 $649,000. OTHER CHOICE PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR SALE. CALL TODAY! SINCE 1957 "We ARE the Island!" Marie Franklin, Lic. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250 E-mail amrealty @verizon.net Web site www.annamariareal.com Real Estate Agents For Today's Market 2820 NORTHWOOD WAY, SARASOTA Charming.two story, 5BR/3.5BA log cabin on a large wooded lot in a private cul-de-sac. $472,000. 2871 WRENWOOD COURT, SARASOTA. 3BR/2BA former model home with many extras. Large lanai and pool area. $429,000. I I P 2511 AVE. C, BRADENTON BEACH. Elevated duplex. 2BR/2BA and 3BR/2BA. One block to beach and two blocks to bay. All offers considered. $699,000. 4802 51ST ST. W. #1119, BRADENTON. Large gated 2BR/2BA condo. Wonderful ame- nities and home warranty included. Great value at $219,900. .Prudentiall 'aet Maggie Hutter & Jo Rutstein Realtors 941-552-1358 Jo: 941-587-9156 Maggie: 941-780-9888 www.hutterandrutstein.com An owned and operated member of The Prudential Real EstaleAffiliates, Inc. END OF SEASON SPECIALS BAY POINTE AT CORTEZ. New construction, never lived in, first floor 3BR/2BA condos with covered parking, gated entry, heated pool with clubhouse. All appliances, wood cabinets, pets and children allowed. Unit 5106. Ideal for first home buyer best price in complex. $218,000. Unit 8104. Quiet area of complex with relaxing wooded view. $227,000. HIDDEN LAKE. South of Manatee and 67th St., W. Brand. new, never lived in first floor 2BR/2BA. 1,440 sf air condi- tioned space. Private gated entry on lake, steps to pool and elegant clubhouse. Priced over $20,000 under competition. A great bargain at,$308,000. WATERFORD AT IMPERIAL LAKEWOODS. The magic of north Manatee, easy access to Tampa, St: Pete, Sarasota located in the 1-75/275 corridor, convenient to golf courses. 3BR/2BA, den, great room, separate dining room, two-car garage. Priced under market at $307,800. 308 67TH ST. UNIT B. Condo conversion. 2BR/1BA, a large extended garage in a great residential area of Holmes Beacn $349 000 ELEVATED HOLMES BEACH HOME. 202 77th St: 2/3BR/ 2BA. View of Gulf from deck and master bedroom Three years old Under house huge enclosed garage, cool outdoor room, three decks, one wraps around. Care-free yard with flowering bushes and plants. Turnkey. $787,000. LOT ON LONGBOAT KEY. Rare residential building lot sur- rounded by Joan Durante Park. Elevated house would have beautiful water views. $495,000. CAYMAN CAY CONDO. Better than new!!! Updated 2BR/2BA, covered parking at door, steps to beach and pool. Your dream come true. $347,000. Call Bobye Chasey, Chasey Realty. 941 -713-1277... I the Best Simply the Best GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD Priced to sell, this duplex features 3BR/2BA, across from bay. $499,000. .- ^j......... 11 ) ^ - SIX GULFFRONT APARTMENTS From 3BR/3BA to 1BR/1BA with tile floors throughout. Or very large 5BR/4BA home with four guest cottages. Small pool. Great value. $2,999,999. aIttU HISTORIC CORTEZ Original one-room schoolhouse from the 1800s. Now a 3BR/1BA. $425,000. TWO BLOCKS TO BEACH Wonderful ground- level home with guest quarters or mother-in-law home. Room for pool. Large lot 85x140. $779,000. KEY ROYALE Lowest price on Key. Beautifully furnished 2BR/2BA, overlooks boat basin and down canal with boat slip. Tastefully landscaped. View of bay. FABULOUS BAYFRONT LOCATION Faces North East to Skyway. Older frame house but plenty of room for tear down and large new house. $1,100,000. PALMA SOLA PARK Exceptional 1950's classic. Huge 3BR/2BA, open plan. Beautiful terrazzo floors. Thirty foot Florida room. Light pours through lots. of windows. Spectacular, move-in condition. $475,000. Mike 800-367-617 941-778-6696 Or anR ii 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH Ofrecemos servicio de ventas en espanol L. www.mikenormanrealty.com 4 THE ISLANDER M APRIL 26, 2006 0 B-1l ANNA MARIA SiiiCoast REAL ESTATE LLC KEY ROYALE BAYFRONT 3BR/2.5BA home with 122-foot panoramic water view. Split plan, breakfast bar, foyer entry, room for pool, 88-foot private dock. $2,500,000. CLOSE TO BEACH, LARGE LOT HOLMES BEACH 4BR/2BA elevated house, just steps to gorgeous beach. Furnished, breakfast bar, eat-in kitchen. Seller may finance! $1,450,000. CONTEMPORARY ANNA MARIA HOME 4BR/2BA, turnkey-furnished. Open plan, vaulted ceil- ing, breakfast bar, eat-in kitchen. Bamboo flooring, elevator. Near beach. Four-car garage. $1,350,000. HOLMES BEACH WATERFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Ceramic tile, breakfast bar, backyard with pavers, room for pool. Fence, new dock. Direct access to bay. $849,900. ANNA MARIA GULFFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA. Miles of beautiful walking beach. Gulf side deck and gazebo. Riparian rights. View of Gulf, bay, Egmont Key and Skyway bridge. $2,250,000. BAY PALMS WITH HEATED POOL 3/4BR/2BA canalfront home with dock and boat lift. Beautifully updated, ceramic tile, gourmet kitchen/ granite counters, heated pool and Jacuzzi. $1,250,000. PERIWINKLE COTTAGE 2BR charmer, close to beach! Great income producer with view of Gulf! Italian tile, fireplace, furnished. Patio with pavers. $649,900. 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. HOLMES BEACH GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA nicely furnished first floor unit. Just steps to heated pool. View of beach, tennis, great rental, on-site manager. Ceramic tile. $995,000. KEY ROYALE'S NORTH POINT HARBOUR 2BR/2BA waterfront home. New seawall, 20,0001b boat lift. Community heated pool, tennis. Island's finest residential area. $989,500. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA. Turnkey furnished condo. Views of Gulf. Tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach. Excellent rental with liberal rental policy. $995,000. PERICO ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA. Turnkey furnished. Close to Island beaches. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse/fitness room. Carport. Short drive to shopping and restaurants. $349,900, GULFFRONT HOLMES BEACH CONDO 1BR/1.5BA Seaside Beach House condo. Turnkey fur- nished. Sautillo tile. Gorgeous view of the Gulf. Beau- tiful beach. Excellent rental. $799,900. WONDERFUL WESTBAY COVE 2BR/2BA condo. Bright corner unit. Close to pool. . Ceramic tile, shutters, glass enclosed lanai. Near bank, doctors, shopping and restaurants. $359,900 WIDEST POINT ON BIMINI BAY Secluded. 4BR/3BA, 250 feet of waterfront. Custom kitchen, ceramic tile. Master suite with fireplace and Jacuzzi. Heated pool, lush landscaping, two docks, davits, sprinklers, well, oversized two-car garage. $1,790,000. FABULOUS GULFFRONT OCEANA CONDO 3BR/2BA, turnkey-furnished condo on beautiful walk- ing beach. Open plan, breakfast bar, walk-in closets, elevator. Small pet. $1,999,000.. 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. $729,900. TRADEWINDS RESORT 1 BR/1BA Turnkey-furnished villa. Heated pool, steps to deeded white sandy beach access. Rental program in place on-site manager. Small pet. $349,900. NORTH POINT HARBOUR- KEY ROYALE 4BR/3BA waterfront home. Auto-clean lap pool, hot tub and waterfall New seawall and dock. Five-car garage. $989,500. ANNUAL RENTALS From $700 / month SEASONAL RENTALS Condos/Homes: $500 week / $1,000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA MLS SnCoast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive uHolmes Beach, Florida 34217 ,ww.sncoastinc.con 12-B 0 APRIL 26, 2006 M THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. 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The Islth (der Call o-, / ,' 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 Islarnd Heone Leans I% NEW A.R.M. Good for 5 Years Refinance Purchase Second Homes Cash-Outs Too!! Bobby Edington (941) 744-6906 1ST EQUITY 1% rate is for credit score 660 or higher. 1.5% start rate if under 660 credit score. Loans to 3 million. Subject to credit approval. Loans may aces deferred Interest. Loans originate in Utah. I=eelUv. a a lUttle ... DIRfY 1???? MARX SCA1eRDrTrA MSS14tC WASI-1NC4 -Peetst senv~ce cwo. lr'oe wc vtter 4 vcLnrcitee!!! ALL 1;usi0evv6CI c!ivo l s'nesss Rzoof seCaUiLo &io4 Der9pactk. Q ALL sev~i-oe. & M6vrne ctc4 R./v SpeoCLlst Loeevsed av%4 lMuvreol tov,,esto, iwtqegrito avol Vride Mcriz scoaperotta -9040) 544-L 060 ojperctor/.sole Projerietor jk *: When's the last time you tasted coffee in an old-fashioned "diner" mug? The Islmader Island Shopping Center 5404-1 Nlrirna Dr' e , : PllQn .9 l. ? -; , JS ANDER C A.S I I 9-S 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. S$1,600/weekly. Call (941) 713-0034 or e-mail: gamiller@tampabay.rr.com. WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1 BR/1 BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, (941) 778-2246. www.wagnerrealty.com. 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 Apart- ments, (941) 778-2374. SEASONAL FURNISHED new home in Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. (813) 251-9201. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: Holmes Beach. Steps to beach, clean duplex-$1,100/month. (941) 725-0578 or (941) 794-2912. BRADENTON BEACH: NEWLY remodeledlBR/ 1BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Now taking reservations for summer. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. (941) 776-3696, or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Steps from Bradenton Beach. One hundred yards from bay. Spacious 1BR/1BA with parking. Available for yearly rental. 55-plus. (614) 517-7147. ANNA MARIA ISLAND: Waterfront mobile resort. Steps to beach. Nice 1 BR/1BA. April $950. May- September $625.55-plus. 2601 Gulf Drive N., Unit 425, Bradenton Beach. (941) 778-5417. HOUSE FOR RENT: Unfurnished 3BR/2BA, lanai and porch, pool, hot tub, privacy fenced yard, fire- place. Close to beach. Call (941) 773-0248. 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. BEAUTIFUL AND SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA home located four houses down from beach! Free trolley picks up at end of block. Available by the week. Adjacent two-bedroom apartment also available first half of March. Call (616) 225-1589. CONDOS: BRADENTON BEACH, Bayview Ter- race. Pool on bay, one block to beach.Three-month minimum. 2BR, $2,000/month. 1 BR $1,500/month. (941) 752-1737. MONTHLY RENTAL: 2BR/2BA with den. Furnished condo on canal. West Bradenton. Five minutes to beaches. $2,100/month. June through November 2006. (708) 532-2149. COZY EXPANDED MOBILE home in 55-plus resort. bayside, furnished, parking, walk to beach/trolley. $800/month, annual. $1,400/month, seasonal. (518) 473-1169 or rgumson @mail.nysed.gov. SANDPIPER MOBILE RESORT: 55-plus, 1 BR/1BA, inside and out sitting areas, turnkey. $1,200/month, $450/weekly. (941) 962-0262. #418 with anchor. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA BRADENTON Beach. Bay views, close to beach. 2319 Ave. B. $1,000/month. (941) 778-3875. LIDO BEACH: 2BR apartment. Delightful and modern with porch/lanai in garden setting. Across from beach, walking distance to St. Armands Circle. Eight minutes to Sarasota Main Street. Fully fur- nished, including full kitchen and laundry room. Call for special summer rates, (941) 383-2566. STEPS TO BEACH on. Gulf Drive. 1BR/BA, washer/dryer, courtyard, barbecue, WLAN, $495/week, $1,495/month. (941) 778-1098 or www.gulfdriveapartmtnts.com. .. ..-. . NEAR BEACH: FURNISHED 1BR/1BA.$750/month with utilities. Seven-month lease, first, last and deposit. Call Jackie, (941) 929-7165. WANTED: VACATION RENTAL property. I have waterfront land and horse property as partial or full payment or trade up to $2 million. Scott, (941) 232-4581. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club: Available-January, February and March, 2007. 2BR/2BA. Call (813) 781-7562. ARTIST STUDIO SUBLET: May through Novem- ber. Sink, bathroom, use of kitchenette, must be 21. $125/month. Call (941) 778-5704, or (941) 778-2099 after April 15. Holmes Beach location, near shops and restaurants. SANDPIPER 55-PLUS: Furnished 2BR/1BA bright, cozy mobile home. Large kitchen, wood deck, nice location. $625 monthly. (941) 779-0556. SEASONAL DUPLEX: 2BR/2BA with laundry. Three-minute stroll to Gulf, north end of Island. $2,200/month, three-month minimum. (813) 949-6891. ANNUAL OR SEASONAL: New home, 55-plus park, across from beach, turnkey furnished, 2BR/2BA, central air conditioning, heat, washer and dryer, carport. $1,100/month, call for seasonal rate. (941) 778-4349. HOUSE FOR RENT: North end, annual 3BR, spacious, clean, steps to beach, tranquil setting, $1,500/month. (941) 778-3006. WATERFRONT BRADENTON BEACH. Dock, walk to beach. Beautiful, like new, one, two and three bedrooms. (941) 779-9074 or cell, (703) 587-4675. gwalker43@ hotmail.com. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA canal home with deluxe boat dock. Spacious open plan includes Florida room, lovely canal view, washer, dryer and garage. $1,350/month. First, last and security. No pets, non- smoking. Call Anna Maria Realty, (941) 778-2259. FULLY MODERNIZED MOBILE home in 55-plus Sandpiper Resort, Bradenton Beach,, between the beach and bay. Includes full deck and two Wave-runners. $700/month. Annual rental. Contact Robert Howes, (941) 284-8972. E-mail roberthowes25 @ hotmail.com. 1 BR/1 BA UPSTAIRS, deck; new carpet, double-car garage, quiet street, steps to beach. $900/month. (941) 761-4040. SUMMER BEACH RENTAL: 55-plus, nice, clean 1 BR/BA mobile. Steps to beach. $1,000/month with utilities and cable. (941) 779-1112. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/3BA penthouse condo. Furnished, waterfront, pool, tennis. References required. $2,400/month. (941) 724-0026. HOLMES BEACH FURNISHED 2BR/2BA. June- Dec. 31. Dishwasher, washerand dryer, tile through- out, cable TV, pool. 1.5 blocks to beach. $975/month plus utilities. (941) 778-3104. AVAILABLE JUNE 1: Private home for rent annu- ally on water. 2BR/2BA, enclosed garage, beautiful view. Bradenton Beach. $1,300/month. By owner, (941) 778-6170. _ ; " "Copyrighted Material'. I Slr Syndicated intent *( Available from Commercial News Providers" 4 .Il 'O OS 0 h L* ! JISLANDER CLASSIFIED MOBILE HOME FOR RENT: Nice 2BR, furnished mobile home, gated community on creek. Bra- denton Palms Mobile Home Park. Hot tub, pool, four-to-six-month rental. $1,000/month, includes cable. (863) 688-3524 or (863) 608-1833. E-mail: chickenplucker@webtv.net. ANNUAL 2BR/1.5BA Holmes Beach: $850/month, unfurnished. $950/month, furnished. T. Dolly Young, Real Estate, (941) 778-0807. ANNUAL KEY ROYALE home: 2BR/2BA updated, screened extra-large pool, boat dock with lift, washer/dryer, tile floors, large closets. Small pets may be considered. $2,200/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA single-family home. Completely remodeled, two-car garage, close to Blake hospital. $1,400/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2.5BA large townhome, two-car garage, three porches, washer and dryer, community pool. Available May 1, 2006. $2,000/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: ANNA Maria: 2BR/2BA home, huge garage, screened lanai. $1,350/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, (941) 778-2307. ANNUAL: DUPLEX, 2BR/1BA with carport, washer and dryer hookup. Nice. $900/month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, (941) 778-7500. ANNA MARIA GROUND-floor duplex, 200 feet to Rod & Reel Pier, fully furnished with all modern amenities, $800/month. (941) 387-8610. ANNUALS! TWO 1BR/1BA side by side opening up across from beach, unfurnished. $800/month. 2BR/1 BA Anna Maria village, furnished, six-month lease, $1,000/month. Call Adele Holland at An Island Place Realty, (941) 587-6328. DUPLEX: ANNUAL RENTAL. 2BR/2BA large utility room with washer and dryer. $950/month plus utili- ties. Available June 1, 2006. Holmes Beach. (941) 779-2265. PRECONSTRUCTION PRICES! Lakefront Hidden Lake condominiums; west Bradenton. Close to beach. Starting at $329,900. Call Cori Woods, (941) 761-0444. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $864,900. (941) 779-1512. FOR SALE BY owner: Best value on the Island! 2BR/ 2BA, one-car garage, gourmet kitchen, new windows, updated baths and more. Two blocks from beach. $615,000. (941) 778-8677. 406 Bay Palms Drive, Holmes Beach.. 3BR/2BA: One bedroom used as a den/office/ playroom, enclosed lanai, tiled with carpeted bed- rooms. 1,400 sf, county water/sewer, citrus trees, near Brentwood school in Sarasota. Reduced to $274,900. (941) 379-4196 or (941) 954-7474. CHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! WATERFRONT KEY WEST-style: stilt, vaulted, open-beam cedar ceilings, dock. Sailboat water, no bridges. Turnkey, extra-large lot. Willow Avenue. (941) 778-8168. $45,000 WILL BUY 566 sf of living space next to Bradenton Beach City Pier. Excellent condition. All appliances, central air conditioning/heat, washer/ dryer and storage. Satellite and TV plus all furniture. Boat slips available to members of boating club and owners. A steal! (321) 242-8882. CLUB BAMBOO SOUTH: Direct Gulffront condo. Unit is $35,000 less than the last several sold for. Building was just completed, everything new inside and out! Crown moulding, granite and more. Great rental complex with nightly rentals allowed! Moti- vated seller to save you money. $465,000. George, (847) 707-3859. THIS IS THE FINEST CONDO in the entire com- plex! Runaway Bay direct bayfront! Absolutely everything is new, including electric, air condition- ing, water heater, flooring, wash rooms, kitchen and all interiors. Professionally decorated. The best view in the complex of all water. $499,999. George, (847) 707-3859 OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm Saturday and Sunday Bay- view and canalfront with pool. 2BR/2BA open plan, new kitchen. Totally upgraded. Dock, three davits. Owner motivated. Not a drive-by, must see inside! By owner. Call Herb Dolan, (941) 705-4454. 404 21st Place. Bradenton Beach. PERICO ISLAND: 1,170 sf, lovely 2BR2BA condo. Great water view/porch. Eat-in kitchen. Concrete built. $325,000. Agents welcome. (941) 792-7828. CONDO UNIT DIRECTLY on Gulf. Call (504) 819-0867 or (504) 391-0324. PALMA SOLA BAYFRONT HOME: Flamingo Cay. 1,500 sf 3BR/2BA, private dock and davits. Sail- boat water. 130-plus feet of seawall. Room for a pool. Ready for remodel or build new. Incredible full bay views. $999,000. Mike Faber, (941) 504-6345. RE/MAX Gulfstream Realty. JUST REDUCED!RUNAWAY Bay 2BR/2BA sec- ond-floor condo with great view of pond and foun- tain. Everything new in 2006, including: carpet, tile, furniture, pictures, paint, kitchen items, beds and more. All new bathrooms. Air conditioning has about a six-year warranty for new owner. $395,000. George, (847) 707-3859 LONGBOAT KEY SAND Cay: Gulf side 2BR/2BA condo. This large condo has been completely remodeled in a great complex. Great views of the pool, grounds and a view of the Gulf. Great rental complex with onsite management, pool, tennis, shuffleboard and more. Priced to sell at $689,900. George, (847) 707-3859. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. 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" --- -- -- ------ ----- ----- -L--- --- 14-B U APRIL 26, 2006 U THE ISLANDER I S: L AA N-10 E R-1 1: F I E D s ) REAL SATECotiue PALMA SOLA BAYFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Spec- tacular views with 155-foot bay frontage on deep sailboat water. Boater's dream with two lifts (50,000 Ib and 10,000 Ib), heated pool, Jacuzzi. $1,375,000. Call Lynn Parker, RoseBay Realty, (941) 321-2736. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS spacious 2BR/2BA condo. End unit overlooking pool and tennis courts with partial bay views. $495,000. Call Terry Fletcher with RE/MAX Gulfstream, (941) 778-7777. DIRECT GULFFRONT: FULLY furnished 2BR condo with great views, heated pool. Weekly rentals and quiet Holmes Beach location. $615,000. Call Pat, (941) 778-7976. KEY ROYALE: Holmes Beach. Direct bayfront, gor- geous view of Skyway, 3BR/2.5BA, two-car garage, private dock. $2,500,000. North Point Harbor canal- front 4BR/3BA, five-car garage. Elevated with new lap pool/spa/waterfall, seawall and dock. $872,500. 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, renovated ranch with new seawall/dock/20,000-lb lift. $989,500. Both with community pool and tennis. Call Lynn Bankuty, Realtor, SunCoast Real Estate, (941) 737-1420. FOR SALE BY OWNER: Beachfront 1BR/1BA, Holmes Beach condo. End unit, fabulous view, heated pool, excellent rental. $559,000. annamariabeachplace.com. (330) 565-7693. HOLMES BEACH unique, custom 2,100-plus sf, 3BR/3BA with large efficiency, boat dock, financing, make offer. Owner, (513) 378-9100. LOT FOR SALE: R2-10, 803 sf, 302 60th St. and Holmes Boulevard, Holmes Beach. $795,000. Call (813) 546-2444 or (941) 962-6747. SIXTH -FLOOR WATERFRONT I CONDO Thim0ulurui-or BOATERS PARADISE FOUND 1 iCI r,..iotd i ,eIr r spcj ernd unit utmprs tirealfllrjiain viAor tr i pi-noun, o arwnpi Bay otirn lin This drEarm nn~e ni t r .ia BD!A aria ovr 6 00 :1 ofi and Mjnardle River. Hi n ceillngc, newv kiir.h~n citbinets and living and entenraining crae Hnjted prjil and hot lut/Spj. gtanle Counter lrjrs rew waSrer and dryni plu : a he.3ted pool tripicil ianrjsarjpa Perfect lor in*ljUv Uor quest 1850,000. 1425 00u Call Arne Huber at 0-11 713-98V5. Call Son Barrit 3! 9411 798-9191 4111 L LAKEFRONT TOWNHOUSE Jusl isled, this spectacular ome offer. 3BR/2BA wiln two owner's suites breakiast Dar, vaulted ceilings, walk-in closels, need communityrr pool. child play area, all within gaed oimmuniry 5310 000 Call Keiri Shell at 1941J 713-1305. I 'U ---- TRADITIONAL FLORIDA BUNGALOW Loraled Iustl u1 ol Riverview Boulevard in N.W Biadenton Inis charmer has two Iarge tedroom'hardwlood Illoolrng, gourmet lichn, tWOwoiod burning lireplaces, ano over 1.600 f 01 pejCetul living space $299.000 Call Jonanarn Wrignt at (9411301-9992 eA. 941-798-9191 Tranquility and gracious living abound in this unique home. French doors from the main house lead out to a dramatic covered deck. A separate Swedish hot-tub room overlooks garden and a huge new master suite. There's also a 650 sq.ft artist's studio with deck, dock and lift. Fireplace and room for a pool make this a home for all seasons. Seller is motivated. $1,075,000. Call Robin Kollar 713-4515 7 or Jesse Brisson 713-4755 Gulf-Bay Realty Just visiting paradise? Don't leave the Island without taking time to subscribe. You'll get ALL the best news, delivered by the mailman every week. It's almost as good as a letter from home! Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach or call 941-778-7978. Online edition: www.islander.org The Islander SINCE 1992 K ' A. Awl REALTORS FLAMINGO CAY Newly renovated single-family 3BR/2BA split plan, Jacuzzi bathtub, two-car garage, screened lanai over look- ing pool and deep water canal. Large corner lot. $739,900. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor, (941) 737-0915 or Michel Cerene, Broker, (941) 545-9591, evenings. DUPLEX REDUCED One block to beach. 1BR/1BA'each side, Remodeled 2004, $560,000. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor, (941) 737-0915 or Michel Cerene, Broker, (941) 545-9591, evenings. DUPLEX WITH BOAT DOCK-2BR/1BA each side, corner lot. Designated boat dock access across street (with city approval). Current survey available. Sold as is. Right to inspect. $694,900. Call Carmen Pedota, Realtor, (941) 284-2598 evenings. GREAT LOCATION 3BR/3BA Key West elevated home. Like new! Dining room, four-car garage, lanai, workshop, elevator, pool. Views of Gulf and Intracoastal. $1,300,000. Call Mike Car- leton, Realtor, (941) 737-0915 or Michel Cerene, Broker, (941) 545-9591 evenings. ISLAND CONDO OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm Sun. April 30. 2BR/1 BA Sea Pirates, rental-producing condo across from Gulf, heated pool, professionally decorated $455,000. Call Susan Klement, Realtor, (941) 720-4107. K 5910 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 info@smithrealtors.com S,,Web site; www.smithrealtors.com , J C P R: (941) 794.1515. www.coastalpropertiesrealty.com. Sales, rentals, property management. Coastal Properties Realty. HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX: 4BR/2BA nicely updated, close to beach. Excellent annual rental income. By appointment only. $549,000. (941) 778-5482. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA bay view, tiled throughout, granite vanity, many upgrades, new storm shutters, garage. $438,900. (941) 794-2363. Open house 1-4pm Sunday. 1125 Edgewater, Bradenton. 5804 WHISTLEWOOD CIRCLE, Sarasota. 3BR/2BA, one-car garage, close to 1-75, Doctor's Hospital and shopping. Clean, fresh paint inside. Vinyl Florida room, fruit trees. $259,900 (941) 504-8849. FOR SALE BY OWNER: 2BR/2BA immaculate open-style ranch. Lagoon swimming pool in pri- vate botanical garden setting. 504 70th St., Holmes Beach. Must see. (941) 778-4256. FOR SALE BY owner: Waterfront lot, 52x110 feet, zoned ROR. Pine Avenue. $695,000. (321) 783-1373. YOUR FRIENDS WILL envy you! Completely updated 2BR/2BA West Bradenton home. $284,000. Call Carol Heinze, (941) 778-5059, Coldwell Banker Real Estate. EVERYDAY'S A VACATION in this 2BR/2BA direct Gulffront condo. Asking $949,000. Call Carol Heinze, (941) 778-5059, Coldwell Banker Real Estate. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS: Lowest price! Furnished, canalfront 2BR/2BA, pool, tennis, lush tropical surroundings. Perfect Island retreat. $415,900. Denise Langlois, Coldwell Banker, (941) 725-4425. FOR SALE: DUPLEX. Great price for Island real estate! 2BR/1BA per side, screened lanais and laundry rooms. Under building parking. Only $530,000. Call Jerry Cercone with Coldwell Banker, (941) 720-1575.4605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. ALMOST TO THE beach: 2BR/2BA mid-century modern ranch on .33 acres, landscaped with fruit trees and butterfly plants. Great layout, terrazzo floors. 1.7 miles from Cortez Bridge. $299,900. Brian Heavrin, Remax Gulfstream, (941) 756-7777. OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm SUNDAY, APRIL 30 3301 Gulf Drive #5, Holmes Beach SEA PIRATES CONDO: 2BR/1 BA rental produc- ing condo across from Gulf. No rental restrictions, heated pool. $455,000. Susan Klement, Realtor, (941) 720-4107. LOT FOR SALE: 57.75x114 feet. Great location one block from Gulf beach. $569,000. 125 Neptune Lane, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4246. WATERFRONT HOME WITH a pool. Only $575,000. U.S. designed, built, and renovated by famous architect (middle name Lloyd) must see. Call Michael at Smith Real Estate. (941) 778-0777. VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: 2BR/2BA, two-car garage. Completely updated. Price reduced, motivated seller. Open Sunday..6608 12th Ave. W., Bradenton. (941) 448-8502 or (941) 761-2575. GOLDEN GATE POINT townhouse: Great location close to St. Armands, Marina Jacks and downtown Sarasota. Turnkey furnished at $325,000. Call Mike Dolan, Wagner Realty, (941) 725-1258. 1BR MOBILE HOME on shady lot: Beautifully remodeled. Storage shed, parking for four cars. Lot rent $280. Ages over 18 and pets welcome: $18,500. (941) 518-9003. lft MIRL.-- -- -jam!lidhb-- B THE ISLANDER e APRIL 26, 2006 0 B-15 SA 5 -E A S S I I 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! $969,000. (317) 873-3307 for instructions on virtual tour. OPEN HOUSE: 11am-4pm Saturday and Sunday, April 29-30. Don't miss this this bayfront paradise home. Priced to sell. $1,800,000. The Agency, Inc. Realty. (800) 813-9180 or (352) 424-4414. NORTH CAROLINA GATED lakefront commu- nity: 1.5 acres plus, 90 miles of shoreline. Never before offered with 20-percent pre-develop- ment discounts, 90-percent financing. Call (800) 709-5253. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA. Escape to beau- tiful western North Carolina mountains. Free color brochure and information. Mountain properties with spectacular views, homes, cabins, creeks and investment acreage. Cherokee Mountain. GMAC Real Estate. www.cherokeemountainrealty.com. (800) 841-5868. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAIN property for less! Breathtaking Blue Ridge parkway, new river, stone mountain, golf courses and quaint shops of Sparta. (877) 372-7211 or (877) 363-5550. www.scenicrealty.com. LAKEFRONT AND LAKE VIEW properties nestled in the hills of Tennessee on the shores of pristine Norris Lake. Call Lakeside Realty at (423) 626-5820 or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. WATERFRONT LAND SALE! Three acres dockable waterfront property. Build up to three homes, onlf $99,900! Ask about our investor package. Seven waterfront lots for only $79,900! Call toll-free, (866) 770-5263, ext-8. COASTAL GEORGIA LAND for sale by owner. Pri- vate golf community designed by Fred Couples/ Davis Love. Marina/tennis/pool/fitness. Jeckyll/St. Simons Island. $119,900. Call (315) 529-1277. WATERFRONT LAND SALE! Lake access from $257/month, direct lakefront from $124,900. One day only, Saturday, May 6, 2006. Minutes from Augusta, Ga. Excellent financing available with low down payment. Call today for an early appointment. (888) LAKE-SALE ext. 1217. *Based on purchase price of $49,900 with 10 percent down, interest-only loan with fixed rate of 6.875 percent for five years. Terms and rates subject to change without notice. Void where prohibited by law. MURPHY, N.C.: Aah, cool summers, mild winters. Affordable homes and mountain cabins, land. Call for free brochure, (877) 837-2288. Exit Realty Mountain View Properties. Www.Exitmurphy.Com. "LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION" Time to buy. Investors and builders, great buildable lots for sale in one of Florida's fastest growing areas, Fort Myers. (888) 558-0032. BEAUTIFUL TEXAS LAND! 20 acres. Only eight miles east of Pecos and three miles north of 1-20. Roads, references, surveyed. $13,500. $500 down, $135/month. No credit check! (800) 887-3006. Hurry! Limited quantity. LAKEFRONT PROPERTY IN TENNESSEE: Waterfront, view and estate homesites. One to 40 acres from the $40s. Situated around a 45,000-acre lake. Just 90 minutes to Nashville. New building sites just released. Call owner, (866) 339-4966. NORTH CAROLINA: ASHEVILLE-area homesites. I FORIAOUTOF-TAE Cntiue NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: Three acres on mountaintop in gated community, view, trees, - waterfall and large public lake nearby, paved pri-- vate access, $58,500. Owner, (866) 789-8535. www.NC77.com. TENNESSEE: LAKESIDE MOUNTAIN acreage sit- uated around a 36,000-acre lake in eastern Ten- nessee. Half-to five-acre building sites from the $40s. Planned community amenities and direct lake access. Owner, (866) 292-5769. WESTERN NEW MEXICO: Private 74-acre ranch, $129,990. Mountain views, trees, rolling hills, pas- tureland, wildlife, borders BLM. Picturesque home- site at 6,700 feet elevation. Horseback riding, hiking, hunting. Perfect family ranch, electricity. 100 percent financing. NALC (866) 365-2825. ADIRONDACK LAND SALE! 20 acres, was 39,900 now, $29,900. Escape to the Adirondack mountains of New York State! Woods, Black River access, beautiful building site! Town road, survey, great terms! Call now (800) 890-7927. FLORIDA LAND BARGAINS. Opportunities to own your own farm, ranch, woodland or lakefront home- stead. Old Florida at its best! Still affordable! Call (866) 352-2249 or www.fllandbargains.com. LARGE MOUNTAIN LAND bargains, high eleva- tion, adjoins pristine state forest, 20-plus acres to 350 acres. Sweeping mountain views, streams. www.liveinwv.com. TENNESSEE: Swan Ridge Lake Resort on Dale Hollow Lake, a private, gated community. Enjoy the best of both worlds. Lake view and mountain-view - homesites. (931) 243-4871 www.swanridgedevelopment.com. Gated community with stunning mountain views. Situated between two mountains on over four miles ONLINE SERVICE: Did you know you can place clas- of riverfront. One to eight acres from the $60s. sified ads and subscribe online with our secure server? Custom owner's lodge, riverwalk and more. Call Check it out at www.islander.org, where you can read (866) 292-5762. Wednesday's classified at noon on Tuesday. AMY GORDAN REALTOR * Dedicated to service * Expertise in renovation and rehabilitation properties. * Island, waterfront and area lifestyle specialist. % The JEWEL 01 Gull C(,'ii, RPal Eil.alt Contact Amy for all ol your REAL ESTATE needs! 941 797 1 b!1 -b- (941) 779-9320 www.anislandplace.com 411 Pine Ave Anna Maria SPANISH STYLE BR/2BA'near'the: NEARANPOINTJlustAtepstothebeachl beacil. Brind new:.lnterlio wttt ..-mnmaculate, newly..iled and.updated MeI tile tlhrbudthou utgranlte :2BR/2fBAhome wittl crenedalanl,wvith bouiinf',ttA i tsinless appliance g lImpsofat ewater! Tumkeyfurished, tUikey furnishedt.-$649000 .g-Ct laBlrggageandwodI hopar a!$7990Q0 SurCarison, 720-2242 llSuCarlson 7Q0,2242. NORTH END! Spacious 3BR/2BA GULFFRONT Condo 2BR/2BA airy home with large screened lanai and and spacious! Miles of while sand two-car garage. Just south of the beach, two pools, quiet complex Rod & Reel Pier and five minutes centrally located, turnkey fur- to the beach $785,000. Call Sue nished! $795,000. Call Sue Carlson. Carlson. (941) 720-2242. 720-2242 * OuLM:lndIing invcstnritit oppirtutIOlV for cJipiEal appreciation * IProfc.,zioially inatted hby Resort Quest Click on: 4I~. .:X .-. -. -..* ,11.,-Lfor price list, perfotma cash flow & office fintancial jinurmlatioti. Call (9411 778-0156~ for more intfrrtation Entail: I .,I .1- '. I I. Brokers protected LOWEST. PRICED LOT IN ANNA LOWEST PRICED NORTH BEACH MARIAI Bulld-your dream Island VILLAGEI 3BR!2BA townhouse home just south of the Rod & Reel condo, turnkey furnished, with great Plerl $475,000. Call Sue Carlson. rentalhlslorylTwo-cargarage. heated 720-2242. pool, close to beach. $550.000. Call K Sue Carldon.-720-2242. {' *:i, "" 16-B M APRIL 26, 2006 U THE ISLANDER FA5V 0 i -_" 12': The Islander a- i~iwpuss5-ss WAGNER REALTY Binding Popte llwaz Sitei 1939 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com ~~~'L t,-t.jc. .ta~~v~rL W~-- tP~D a..4~n;-~1 .....r-l-;P tzu. b~n~-l~m~l "alJ~l 'Featured 'Propetiets f t/ie ]eek WATERFRONT DEVELOP- MENT ACREAGE Future land ~nY,,*- "use RSF9, this propertlyc located in Ellenli n ras water on bolh the eastern and soulh- - ern sies. Gieat inrvesimenl < i opportunity' Barbara Mollana- i zar, 1941)727-2800.#505778.B SPECTACULAR WATER FRONT This 3BR/3BA two- car garage sophisticated res- dence has a pool, spa, dock, boat I;it, new appliances and windlows.Wacnh the mag- cal views of the bayou. Betty Arnold, (941) 761-3100. #520726. $1,250,000. LONGBOAT KEY WATERFRONT Key INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY Island duple' DIRECT GULFFRONT!!I Erioy sunset DIRECT GULFFRONT Fabulous Gull vi,,ew Wesi-style rome on sailboar water. Boaiitih on Quiet street read lor condo conversion views trom screened lanial 1at1 also over. Furnishred 2BR;2BA ilop-toor end uni wvith open floor plarn, lour-car garage workout One side nearly 2000 sl CIl0e to wt11e looks pool. Unl i ha rineer eereer renled. Turn .adinlinal windows Covered parking and room and 30 tool screened Dalcony. Becky sandy btacnes and line dining Karen Day, key lurrisned 2BRA2BA plus laundry. Karen greal walking beach. Weekly rental OK Smith or Ell, Slarren. 1941i -778-2246 '941i 778-2246 #51772-" 1.01,10.l000 Day 19-1-78-22146. 515942 $989000 Dave Mo.n.,nan (9411 7782246 #513253. #520397 $1,099,000. $949 000 CORAL SHORES Lovely 3BR,2BA home KEY WEST NORTH Gull views Irom Ihis LUXURY ON THE ISLAND beauilul lown- on deep saltwater canal 1,890 sl n new lurnished 2BR,2BA unnl 1,44951 buuli in Irome lew in 2005, JBR/2.5BA two car pool, docK. covered boal iltl and man, 1999 Ihirs four-unl comripie:: olleri healed garage, healed pool elevalor, Conani ain'J more extras' Anne Miller, 1941) 778-2246 pool, secured elevator. cenirai vacuum tle. Wailh the sunsets irom i:two balco-, i515655 $850,000 and custom leaiures Weekly renalt OK nies' Carolyn!Joe Cordrey. (9411 776-3300. Dave IAynlh nn h1941 1778.2246 #517977 #524055. 799'9 000 1$79'9,900 PANORAMIC VIEWS OF TAMPA BAY 2BR'2BA ore-car garage lownnouse with lire place private dock, deeded boal ramp. eleva- ior rool-rop sundeck wiln wel bar and hoi lubt Beverly Moore or Jo Warren. 9411 778-224E. #518822. Pnce reduced o10 899,000. UPDATED LONGBOAT CONDO Speliacu. MARINERS COVE Bay view-s, top floor. lar sunsels forr, Ihis updated 2BR.'BA Guli 3BR.'BA 2.000 sl, igaed comrrunitv, two vieiw condio Open ti.0r plan wii 1 640 sl pools, tennis elevator, protected deep water r. living area All in exiras Curt Bell, t94li 35 loot boal slip Dave Moynirari, (941 761-3]100. 524252 $769.000 778-2246 #525552.$749,500. FpT4-I E .B aluL*... M BiliaHlIII anaIav^ -: --:-Q------- . FABULOUS ISLAND 3BR/2BA HOME This CORAL SHORES GEM Boaiing paradise' PERICO BAY CLUB Beaullully maintained BRAND SPANKING NEW! Lihri Drighi recently updated home has granite counter. 10 000 Ib ltt. private dock, saltwaier and lurnisned 2BR2BAi Villa in gate- comr. corner. 3BR.2EAm.ddenLal.'econd.:. mmiultes lops in Ihe ki.then and Dath 16 incn Traver. canal, minutes fronim Gull iioppinr. res- munity two miles: lo Gull teaches M'ove ir,.ron beah iauijled -:eig; .:. rened lanai ine ile throughout. Localed lust steps to he laurants and more. Furnisned Joe Corrc, in and iarn to enjlo Kalny Tobin, (94J1 one-: aranlachedQ arage lakeew pool, spa. beach AgenirOwner. Jay Heagerry, 1941) (94'11778-2246 #519236 Price reduced to 778-2246 #524318 1425000 illness tiorn.evacuaiion zone Penny Bray 727-2800. 515219.$705,000. $589,000 194j11 778 2246 #9523475 $359.900. RUNAWAY BAY CONDOS Now available several 1 or 2BR uniis bavironl pool side and other ,ews Some updaled phone lor dela-ils On-slle renials Priced $349 000-1494000 Beciy Smlin. (94-1 778-2246 .de _ __ _. --~- ~- -- --~--~ --- --- -- .' 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