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Skimming the news ... Anna Maria Island map inside, page 16. SAnna Maria "The Best News on Anna Maria slander e1992" www.islander.org ''fl Holiday sales start out brisk on Island Shoppers browse for gifts and goodies at Ginny's and Jane E's at the Old IGA, 9807 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, on Nov. 24. The city's businesses and the Anna 'Maria Island Historical Society and Museum hosted the second annual Christmas Walk. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff - Lukewarm start to winter tourist season on Island By Rick Catlin SIslander Reporter When the first snows fell in October for the north- ern climates, winter visitors made an earl\ start to the season, flocking to Anna Maria Island in droves. But a funny thing happened on the way to the beach. The weather got warmer up north, while getting colder down south, particularly during Thanksgiving. That turn of the weather apparently created a mixed bag of occupancy\ rates at various Island accommodations. Some accommodation owners reported occupancy levels were good for the Thanksgiving weekend, while others said their occupancy was only "aver- age" for the holiday. "Thanksgiving was pretty good," said Richard Dors'e\ of the Club Bamboo Resort in Bradenton Beach.. "Maybe not spectacular. but I'd say it was above average for the first holiday* of the season. It wasn't disappointing." At Hale\ 's Motel in Holmes Beach, owner Tom Buehler had the same \ iew. "We were pretty well booked. It's a good start to the season, but the week before we were slow and the week after Thanksgi' ing we're slow," he said, noting that Thanksgi% ing is generally family holiday and manr people don't think of an Island vacation for that week. The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce reported .a hea ier than anticipated amount of walk-in traffic and e-mails just before Thanksgiving. Most of the inquiries % ere about Island acconmmo- PLEASE SEE TOURISM. NEXT PAGE S. p)al'. 1i Volume 15. No. 4 Nov. 29, 2006 FREE Island businesses ring in the season B\ Lisa Neff Isiandir Reporter Nladelin MNontgomertn clocked in at 5 a.m. and out at 10 a.m. on Black Frida\. No%. 24. shopping at a fren- zied pace in the big discount stores on the mainland. 'Then she returned to the Island and went on holi- da). shopping all da\ at a leisurely pace at the spe- cialty stores in Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria. Black Frida), the dat\ after Thanksgi\ ing that his- torically has been the busiest retail shopping da\ of the year, sees many major retailers open earl) and offering significant discounts on select items to draw the crowds. Long after the buN ing frenz\ began at the chains on Friday, traffic \\as just starting to build and retailers opened on the Island. "We move at a different pace out here.," said shop- per Sharon Nixon, of Anna Maria. browsing at the White Egret, 10006 Gulf Drive. Anna Maria. "Because you enjoy things more when you slo" it do.tn " Still, Island retailers hoped for and predicted brisk business on Friday. "We had a sale right off the bat," said Bridge Street Interiors owner Debbie Myers, predicting a good business day at the store, 114 Bridge St., Bra- denton Beach. On the sidewalk outside, Montgomery and a friend l i igered in front ofjheiaJheb.,_ _.f.henearby- Jeep Cherokee already contained six over-sized bags loaded with wrapping paper. holiday cards, toys and electronics purchased at a Bradenton Target. "That was the work," Montgomery said, referring to the first hours of shopping on the mainland. "We got that out of the wa\. Now we're here. having really just a beautiful day." "There's some gorgeous items here." said Mont- gomer 's shopping companion. Dianne Ager. of Keno- sha. Wis. "This is "here I buy all mN special gifts." Ager didn't work from a shopping list. but she had an idea of "hat she wanted to find. PLEASE SEE SEASON, PAGE 3 Holidays get seriously under way Friday B) Jim Hanson Islamder Reporter The biggest festive season of the year is rolling and will see its full momentum in a day or two, complete with snow., Snow in Holmes Beach? You bet a snow making machine %ill crank out flakes and drifts in the central part of the Island as part of the Downtown Holmes Beach Holida. Open House Friday. Dec. 1. That's a special in Florida, but it's not alone. There will be dozens of-attractions all along the way for the next month. The next week on Saturday, Dec. 9, will be just as busy, maybe even more so. It will have the Privateers holiday parade with Santa Claus prominent and lead- ing the family to visits with Santa and Chuck and Joey Lester's Fun Day at Coquina Beach, Winterfest arts-and crafts show next to Holmes Beach City Hall, and Braden- ton Beach's annual welcome to the holidays on Bridge Street, which will run for most of the day this year. The Islander-sponsored Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday Open House will be from 5.to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, and the Privateers will be at that event also, bringing Santa to the festival's focus next to the newspaper office in the Island Shopping Center's parking lot, at Gulf and Marina Drives in Holmes Beach. The Privateers, live music, snow machine-and-a dance group will help liven the atmo- sphere at The Islander_ :- ..- _ Holiday lights will be turned on with ceremony at the chamber office, musicians will serenade the gather- ing, Saggy Aggy the clown will charm the kids, partici- pating merchants will offer entries for a raffle of their donations. And the. snow, probably the first ever for many youngsters. It will come from a machine set up in front of The Islander and Ooh La La! Bistro, arranged for the occasion. Coming Saturday in Holmes Beach A movie poster for "It's a Wonderful Life." The 1946 film, nominated for multiple Academy Awards, will be shown in the field next to Holmes Beach City Hall at 6:30 p.m. Sat- urday, Dec. 2. The film also airs onNBC-TVon Dec. 16. For more information see page 13. Image courtesy NBC 2 0 NOV. 29, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER Tourism starts off a bit slow CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 dations and things to do during the holiday, said Debbie Cooney of the Chamber staff. "We're delighted with the increase. It was very busy here and I expect a good holiday weekend for the Island," she said. At the White Sands Resort in Holmes Beach, owner Jeff Gerry said the weekend was "about average." "Because of the cold weather, it wasn't excep- tional." Normally, the resort is fully occupied the entire Thanksgiving week, he said. Because of the weather, the full house didn't start until last Wednesday. "We are geared to repeat customers and a few of them didn't come simply because of the weather, but the week after Thanksgiving is looking very good," Gerry added. "It's only been an average start to the winter season," he concluded. That's a sentiment echoed by Barbara Rodocker of the Bridgewalk Resort in Bradenton Beach. "I'd like to say Thanksgiving is sold out, but it isn't," she said, characterizing occupancy as "about average." In some past years, she's had nearly 100 percent occupancy for the holiday, but not this year. "There's been a lot of warm weather up north and that usually keeps visitors from heading south until it does get cold," she said. What might be average in 2006 wasn't the case four years ago. In fact, according to the latest occupancy figures from the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, occupancy of Island accommodations in Octo- ber 2006 was just 35.6 percent, down from 39.8 percent in 2005 and 49.8 percent in October 2003. Overall occupancy in October of all accom- modations in the CVB survey has fallen from a high of 60.6 percent in 2004 to just 49.5 percent for October 2006. The CVB surveys accommodations on Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key and the Manatee County mainland to determine occupancy and average-room- rate levels. ltzr-4. .-. _Making it official Bill Shearon, left, and Michael Pierce were -- sworn into ..office as city commissioners in Bradenton Beach Nov. 20 by -deputy city clerk -Karen Cervetto. SIt is Shearon's S._ _second term, and Pierce's first. Neither were .opposed in their S bids for the Ward J 4 and Ward 2 seats, respec- tively, in the city. Islander Photo: Paul Roat- Comp plan hearing Thursday in Anna Maria Comp plan hearing Thursday in Anna Maria After nearly four years of preparation, Anna Maria's revised comprehensive plan and future land- use map head to the first public hearing at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 30. Among other controversial proposals, the plan- calls for more retail-office-residential space along Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive and elimination of the R- 2 (duplex) land-use category. Development of the revised plan and FLUM first began in January 2003 when professional planner Tony Arrant made a presentation to the city commission on the process to revise the comprehensive plan, which is generally done every 15 years. Arrant was hired by the city at that time to facilitate the process. The revised plan was due to be submitted to the Florida Department of Community Affairs in March 2006, but Arrant has said there is no penalty for missing the deadline as long as the document is being prepared. What generally happens, according to Arrant, is that the DCA will review the.comp plan and FLUM and return them to the city for revisions. Once the DCA accepts a revised comprehensive plan, the city then has the thankless task of passing accompanying ordinances to support the provisions of the plan. 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DINNER nightly from 5 p.m. SUNDAY BRUNCH 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. LIVE JAZZ featuring the Herb Harris Trio Thursday nights. Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Drive ~ Holmes Beach 941 778 5320 RESERVE NOW FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE! PPF"- ERFRONT - THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 29. 2006 K 3 Olesens file suit over ownership By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Months of negotiations to settle a control ers\ o\ er ownership of an easement at 504 S. Ba\ BlId. in .Anna Maria have apparently failed, resulting in a law ut tiled Nov. 17 against the city. The Olesen family, owners of the property claim they own half of the 10-foot-wide easement and the right to build into it, while the cit} claims it can rind no record the city ever vacated a portion of the narrow strip of land to the Olesens, The Olesens have asked the Manatee Count\ Cir- cuit Court to settle the title issue, at the same time seek- ing a temporary injunction against the cit\ remotet ing, altering or destroying" any improvements the family\ has made to the house that the city belie% es encroaches into the easement. City building official Ke\ in Donohue had origi- nally issued a building permit to the Olesens in October 2005 for renovations, but halted the project in April 2006 when he discovered the city had ne\ er vacated the easement. The Olesens had been expanding their house into the easement, which they claim thie citr \ acated to their family in 1953., The Olesens claim their family\ has used the area in question since the 1950s without complaint from the city and have produced a number of letters written by prior city building officials indicating the Olesens had" ownership/use of the 5-foot section. City attorney Jim Dye has responded that "there has been no evidence presented or uncovered that there has been any intent of the city to abandon that right of way." He indicated the letters produced by the Olesens "at best indicate a mistaken impression on the part of the city staff at that time that the city previously vacated its interest in the 5 feet. The letters do not show an act of the city commission in 1982, or earlier, to vacate the walkway." .. The city includes the walkway in its inventory of Season shopping starts strong CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 "I'm looking for a Haw aiian shirftT'r my son arid something surf-related for my daughter," she said. "And Florida ornaments formy friends, something \ou can't get anywhere else, maybe something \\ ith a manatee or a palm tree." In Anna Maria. at Ginn. 's and Jane E's at the 01d IGA, 9807 GUlf Dri e. \ acationers Herbert and Gayle Normand of St. Paul, Mlinn.. shopped for Christmas ornaments under a festi' e red "Surf Shop" sign. "I think e\ en thing in here is unmquel the Island," Gayle Normand said. "I'm looking for friends. I'm having trouble deciding w hat to buy, because I want them all." Michael Tyler did his holiday shopping at T wo Sides of Nature in Anna Maria's Bai\ iew% Plaza., pick- ing up a tropical-theined shirt for his dad, a purse for his mom and a beach bag for his sister. "They live in Cleveland so I think these %t ill make their day," said Tyler. The Anna Maria resident added, "Plus, check it out, in one stop, I'm done." A renter \working for hourly \ ages. Tyler said he was onl\ bu sing Christmas presentsfor immediate family this Christmas. "It's been like ope of those \ears., ou know\." he said. "Things are real\ right right no\." Forecasters are predicting that consumers won't spend more this holiday season than the\ did last \ear in Florida. The prediction is based on t\\o sur'e\s b\ the University of Florida show ing consumers ha\e less money to spend because of higher-expenses for utilities. insurance premiums. rising interest rates and debts from last year's holiday\ shopping. ;To.conduct one survey IUF researchers contacted 504-Florida residents b\ phone and learned: 54.6 percent of consumers said they expect their purchases will be the same as last year. 32.8 percent said less thanlast year. 1-2.6 percent said more than last year. The margin of error in the data is 4 percent. S Another report conducted in September contained similar findings. i -."The similarity in results suggests that the guarded MUCh aao aDOut a iIttle lana This 10-foot-wide casement at 504 S. Bu\ Blvd. is- at the center of a controversy between Anna Maria arid the owners of the property that has resulted in a lawsuit against the city over who owns 5 feet of the narrow strip of land leading to Tampa Bay. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin beach access points and the 1989 comprehensive plan shows the walkway as city property, Dye has said. Compromise efforts since April have failed as the Olesens apparently had no interest in applying for a variance or a formal vacation of the easement, although the city commission indicated its willingness to con- sider either request in a favorable light. The issue will now be decided by the circuit court. shopping is not due to high gasoline prices but because of more fundamental issues concerning rising insurance and mortgage costs and consumer debt levels," said Barton Weitz. executi\e;director of the Miller Center for Retailing Education and Research in UF's War- rington College of Busipess -.dministration. In the most recent sur'Ney. consumers also said the\ had less income and fewer people on their gift lists becalise of children moving out of the home. di' orce and Other changes to family\ structure. -These findings led researchers to predict sales at disc&iit stores ,ill be better compared to other retail- ers, iiut special\ stories ma\ struggle. On the Island, retailers said the\ strive not to compete with. but instead cater to needs unmet b\ the box chain retailers. - S"We're trLning not to compete w ith them and not carrn ing their merchandise. You ha\e to set \ourself apart," said Signa Bouziane. co-o" ner of Nlister Rob- erts Resort Wear, 5330 Gulf Drike. Holmes Beach. S"We're hoping for a good holiday\ season and hoping people will support their Island stores." "Look around," said Myers. gesturing to ward the merchandise to emphasize x\hat's found in Bridge Street Interiors and not at Wal-Mart. In addition to focusing on unique merchandise, Island businesses are partnering in holiday open houses.' One is scheduled for Dec. 1 in Holmes Beach. Another took place Nov. 24 in Anna.Maria and another is sched- uled Dec. 9 in Bradenton Beach. Businesses from Bay Boulevard to Gulf Drive in Anna Maria kept later hours on Friday to usher in the holiday season with the second annual Anna Maria Christmas Walk. At Ginn% 's and Jane E's, flutist Suki Janisch plaN ed holiday songs while "Father Christmas" circu- lated among customers who were dining on light bites and chatting with the shopkeepers in the bakery, the antiques store and at Silvia's Flower Corner. Walkers found refreshments hot dogs and punch, cider and wine, candy canes and cookies at numerous other stops along Gulf Drive, Pine Avenue and Bay Boulevard. .As the shoppers browsed, kids'and a smattering of adults settled into chairs outside Bayview Plaza to watch movies, the final show being "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." During the Holmes Beach City Commission meeting Nov. 14, there were goodbyes and thanks said. Commis- sioner Sandy Haas-Martens, left, presented outgoing Commissioner Roger Lutz with a plaque. There were also goodbyes for Carol Whitmore, the new at-large Manatee County commissioner. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff Lutz ends commission work after four terms By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter Roger Lutz was convinced of something eight years ago. "I knew that you're supposed to do something," Lutz said, referring to serving the community. He's still convinced about serving the com- munity. But Lutz, who recently left the Holmes Beach City Commission after four terms, isn't certain how he'll serve in the future. "I'm going to do something else," he said during a recent interview at Holmes Beach City Hall. "I just don't know what." -Lutz-is-an attorney with his own law firm and part- ners in Sarasota Lutz, Bobo and Telfair. Lutz served eight years on a medical board, eight years on an a theater board'and now recently) completed eight years on the city commission. "I thought this would be a worthwhile thing to do," he said, referring to the commission work. On Nov. 14, at his last regular commission meetinIg, Lutz praised his colleagues and city employ \ ees, saying he was impressed by the quality and commitment of the people he worked \ ithi at city hall. "I thinkltheto\ n is luck) toTiae )6ti all," Lutz said. Lutz also received some praise, as well as a plaque that Conmissioner Sand\ Haas-Nlartens presented. "I tried to make Roger sta\." incomJing Mal or Rich Bohnenberger said. "' Outgoing Ma\ or Carol \Whitmnore thanked Lutz for his "good common sense" and knoQledge of the law. Looking back o\er his.tenffure. Lutz said he's S"enjo ed seeing ideas corner to fruition, getting an idea and making it happen. not just talking about it.': Hoblmes Beach, Lutz'said. is a "cleaner, nicetr look- ing place" than eight s\ears ago and the c uP government "is a lot more sophisticated." "I think." he said. "the cit\ ordinaiices and codes are cleaner and -fairer and have less 19oopholes. But that's a \ork in progress. ': - Meetings,.. ' Anna Maria Citk No\. 30, 7 p.m., citr commission public hearing on comprehensive plan. Dec. 5, 6:45 p.m., en\ tronmental education and en- hancement committee meeting. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. www.cityofannamaria.com Bradenton Beach Nov. 29, 1 p.m., city commission work meeting on pier major development plan and pier contractor. Nov. 30, 2 p.m., city commission informational semi- nar on government in the sunshine. Dec. 7, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., 778-1005. www.cityofbradenionbeach.org i " Holmes Beach None scheduled. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. www.holmesbeachfl.org 4 M NOV. 29, 2006 U THE ISLANDER Insurance: No solutions yet, rate debate continues By Molly McCartney Islander Reporter Harrington House owner Frank Davis can't quite believe what he's been hearing about the 767 percent rate increase proposed by Citizens Property Insurance Corp. for commercial wind coverage. "It's mind-blowing," Davis said. The proposal is so outrageous, he said, that it must be part of a political showdown between Citizens, the state's insurer of last resort, and state lawmakers, who mandated one of the requirements behind the. Citizens rate. proposal. "There is a little bit of political postur- ing going on here," Davis said, "and if it isn't, then everybody is in trouble." Harrington House, a beachfront bed and breakfast in Holmes Beach, is one of the dozens of Manatee County commercial customers now covered by Citizens. Wind rates for these small businesses, many of them on Anna Maria Island, will skyrocket 767 percent if the recommendation developed by Citizens actuarial and underwriting committee is eventually approved. The committee has recommended an increase of 1,263 percent for commercial wind customers in Sarasota County. Substantial increases also are recommended for residential policyholders. But a firestorm has developed in recent days over the proposed rates, which are scheduled to take effect March 12007. Bruce Douglas, chairman of the Citizens board of governors, said last week that he opposes what his own actuaries have proposed. In an interview published in the St. Petersburg Times, Douglas said the March rate increase must be eliminated because the economic impact would be too severe. - "I have no dog in this fight except to represent the policyholders," the Times reported he said. He will have his chance to do that when the Citi- zens board meets Dec. 7 in Gainesville to consider the increase proposal. Citizens, the state's largest insurer, has about 1.3 million policyholders and a loss exposure of nearly $400 billion. Concern about that exposure was an important force behind Senate Bill 1980, a new state law aimed dard insurance companies. In developing its rate proposal, Citizens also took into account the higher rates charged by the Florida Property and Casualty Joint Underwriting Association, created in September to provide wind coverage for commercial property owners who were not eligible for Citizens. Actuaries for Citizens said their recommendations for the March rate increases are rooted in state law. But some legislators complain that Citizens went beyond the requirements of the law. State Rep. Don Brown, Defuniak Springs, was quoted in a Sarasota Herald-Tribune story.last week as saying that Citizens has misread the new law. He noted that the proposed increases have "created a good deal of consternation and h\ steria." Brown also said, "If they want to press that issue, at reducing future losses for Citizens and ultimately-the- wewilintervene - state's taxpayers. State Rep. Bill Galvano, who represents i western The law requires that Citizens include the cost of Manatee County, had expected a special legislative reinsurance when setting its rates, even though Citizens session to be called for early December to address the does not have to buy reinsurance. The idea, according Citizens rate proposals and the state insurance crisis. to some insurance analysts, was to bump up Citizens "The word around the capital is that we will have rates to make Florida a more attractive market for stan--a special session; but ft in December." he saidiiast Store moving through Cortez Tuesday By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter After a decade of problems and indecision, the his- toric Burton Store is scheduled to be moved from the west end of Cortez to the east. It will start the journey about 9 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, and go east on 45th Avenue right through the historic fishing village. Brett Johnson of R.E. Johnson & Son Inc., of Palmetto, will do the tricky job. Wires and cables must be lifted out of the way or mo\ ed aside, and the three affected businesses have been patient and generous throughout the long planning process, said Roger Allen, manager of historic sites in Cortez. The Johnson company will move the bulk), some-. what shaky, old building from 48th Avenue and 124th Street to the foundation prepared for it on the grounds of the old 1912 school house;which has been restored Egan accepted to cartoonists group The Association of Editorial Cartoonists board of directors recently accepted Jack Egan as a retired member of the AAEC. Egan is the editorial cartoonist for The Islander. The AAHC is a professional association con- cerned with promoting the interests of staff, freelance .-and student editorial cartoonists in the United States. The organization sponsors a Cartoons for the Class- room program designed to aid educators at all lex els in teaching histo-ry, economics. social studies and current e% ents. The group, based in Harrisburg, Pa., also hosts an annual convention. in preparation for its new occupant, the Florida Mari- time Nluseum. - It will move n6rth on 124th to 45th Avenue, east on 45th to 119th Street and its new home. That will take it through the main east-west street of the town, not counting Cortez Road. For a time, Cortez Road itself was thought to be the only feasible route, given the problems % ith shifting utility wires for the building on 45th Avenue, but that was ultimately worked out "just splendidly, better than we thought," said Allen. It will end up costing a fraction of what was origi- nally feared, for the three companies involved managed to cut their charges to the bone. Florida Power & Light-will donate its $1.500 costs to the cause, BrightHouse Net works is N ailing its $6.000 charge. and Verizon is.cutting its charge to the minimum the la%% allows, $4,481.71. The building is 20 feet wide and 27 feet tall, by Johnson's calculations, not a big deal for his firm except for ha% ing to go smack through the % village. Burton Store is one of the first buildings in Cortez, built by William Bratton in 1896 and leased to Jesse Burton. He put in a small general store and post office, and for \ ears it was the center of life in the fishing village. The Albion Inn %was added as a sort of attachment to the store, and it and the schoo1l'ere among the only surviving structures of the 1921 hurricane that wiped out the rest of Cortez. The inn eventiallb was demol- ishedand U.S. Coast Guard Station Cortez built there. The store-section was rescued by the Cortez Village Historical Societ\. .Frank and Jo Davis, owners of Harrington House, a Holmes Beach bed and break- fast, say the Citizens S h Property Insurance increases recom- mended for Island prop- erty owners are "mind blowing" and threaten residents as well as small businesses. Islander .-." Photo: Molly McCartney week. "They are now talking about January." Galvano was "very disappointed about the timing for a special session, but the insurance issue has to be dealt with. Everybody in the chamber is feeling it from ,their constituents." The challenge, he said, is for lawmakers to act in time to impact the rates that insurers set for 2007. Harrington House owner Davis is also eager for solutions to the insurance imbroglio, which he says " scares the checkout of etertbody" and threatens Island residents as d ell as small businesseS. - "Just about ever hotel on the beach is listed for sale, and it's not just becauseof the insurance." hesaid. "It is the taxes, the employee benefits, everything hit- ting the small business people so hard that many of them ha e to rethink their priorities and whether to sell and get out." Daviseand his wife Jo started their bed and breakfast in 1989 and intend to keep it open as long as they can. But small business owners can only absorb so much of the increasiing costs for insurance and taxes,.he said. "When you get all these costs eating away at you, the margin ofprofit Bd indles ... and who knows how much anif-individual-bu-siness can take." Intersection improvements at Gulf Drive-Cortez Road planned Improve events to the Gulf Drive-Cortez Road intersection in Bradenton Beach are planned for sometime early in 2007. Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie said the Florida Department of Transportation was expected to begin the process of bidding the $650,000 project after the first of the year, with a completion date of July 2007. Actual work on the project should take about a month. The project includes resurfacing of the road- way in the area near the intersection and instal- lation of a new traffic signal and "mast arm." Other improvements could include longer turn lanes, Chappie added, but the final design plans are not yet finalized. SAM meeting set for Dec. 2 Save Anna Maria Inc. has scheduled a general .meeting for 10:30 a.m. Satiirday., Dec.:2. SAM invited Joe Duennes, the superintendent of public works for Holmes Beach, to attend and talk about the proposed annexation into the citq of the area around Kingfish Boat Ramp and plans for the GrassN Point preserve. The meeting, open tothe public, will takedplace at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. For more information, call Nancy Deal at 941- 778-4255. THE ISLANDER U NOV. 29, 2006 U 5 Everyone's i v ted! All three Island cities' residents, officials, kids, parents, grandparents Everyone!, Absolutely everyone's invited to Holiday Fun Day. C lAmRJMA\ PARABD AM M @L AV. FU M DATr 10-3 Saturday Dec. 9 TI e Islander DE SANTA! MUSC FUN! FOOD! iPRI ZES! Join the parade orwatch from the streets from Anna Maria to Coquina Beach, where Santa will visit witih young-uns aboard ship. At Coquina, Chuck and Joey Lester, on behalf of the Annia Maria Island Community Center, welcome young and old alike to their traditional Holiday Fun Day. TV raffle courtesy The Islander. Loads of turkey drawings. Old-fashioned prices and fun. ust like m times! Parade: Anna Maria to Coquina 10-noon . Santa Visits: Coquina Beach noon to ? Holiday Fii Day: Coquina Beach noon-3 Information AMICC 778908, Privateers 778-8519 Presented by the Privateers, the Lesters, the Anna Maria Island Community -Center and The Islander newspaper. 6 E NOV. 29, 2006 0 THE ISLANDER pinion Breathe big sighs of relief Hurricane season officially ends Nov. 30. It came and went this year without so much as a tropical storm or a 35-mph breeze on Anna Maria Island and throughout storm-ravaged Florida, Mississippi and New Orleans. At the risk of causing a "big blow," everyone here and along the coast should breathe a big sigh of relief. - Call it Mother Nature's recovery. It was much- needed in those areas where blue tarps still cover roofs, families live crowded in trailers instead of their homes, and local economies still struggle. Flora and fauna and Florida beaches destroyed and displaced by so many storms needed recovery time, too. - Despite early forecasts that called for another abnormally high number of storms, we ended up with a season that ranks in the "average" category. Most of the storms were mired in the midst of the Atlantic Ocean and, although disruptive to ship- ping, did little harm to land. Bermuda did get hit a couple of times. Ireland, of all places, also received a record amount of rainfall from the remnants of Atlantic hurricanes. The end of hurricane season also marks the begin- nings of our, hopefully, "high" tourist season. And although the weather wasn't hot, hot, hot here for Thanksgiving guests and visitors, it brought some relief for those of us weary of three months of 95-degree, 95-percent humidity days and nights. Golf, beach, cycle, skateboard, or just walk the dog it feels great outdoors in this "change of season." Just watch out for increased traffic and the potential mix between cars, pedestrians and drivers with no patience. Sunny days and cool breezes at night are ideal "turkey weather." Who could ask for anything more? Paradise! Let the lady sing .... ... other season thoughts We're gearing up for a rush of events on Anna Maria Island in the weeks ahead. From parades to pirates, brunches to parties, open houses to wide- open churches, now is the time to enjoy our little place in the sun;, ' Don't forget Santa .he's coming to town. Please be sure to avail yourselves of the festivities. And try to throw a little extra in the collection pots for those whose needs are greater than our own. And have a good time. Let the season the holi- day season begin! The Islander NOV. 29, 2006 Vol. 15, No. 4 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bonner@islander.org V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Bogan, diana@islander.org Rick Catlin, rick@islander.org Jack Egan Jack Elka Jim Hanson - Lisa Neff, lisaneff@islander.org V Contributors Kevin Cassidy, kevin@jisander.org . Jesse Brisson 'Don Maloney Edna Tiemann *, Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org V Accounting Services Melissa Burkett, melissa@islander.org V Production Graphics Kelly McCcrrnrick ads@islander.org V Classifieds & Subscriptions Lisa Williams, lisa@islander.org V -Distribution . Urbane Bouchet Ross Roberts Lisa Williams (All others: news@islander.org) Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cents each. 1992-2006 Editorial, sales and production offices: Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217. WEB SITE: islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 IT 00E$MT LOO~i< LAKE U3E.'RI 6OII-""C TO I4AVC- A "Sy. tTILtI~e ; ~I-- a 2sA~ ~ SLICK By Egan NOT unethical Your article regarding the loss of wind coverage at our church, Island Baptist, had several factual errors that need to be corrected. . First, you stated that our application for Citizens cov- erage was submitted by Ralph Warfel of Oswald Trippe & Co. Our policy has been in effect for years and was. originally submitted by our-former agent, Ken Christie.. Secondly, you stated that Mr. Warfel "assured officials at Citizens and the church" that we qualified for the coverage. Since Citizens had been writing the policy for years, there was no discussion about such qualification. We simply asked Mr. Warfel to service a policy already written by Citizens. Finally, you stated that our property is located at 8605 Gulf Drive. This address can not be used in deter- mining the line since it is arbitrary. As you know, there are no recognized street addresses in Anna Maria, just postal addresses. I have spoken directly with Citizens to inform them of this issue, since a portion of Island Baptist's property is within 1,000 feet of the zone. I asked for specific language in the law that would deny us coverage since part of our property is within the 1,000-foot line and to --date they have not responded. It is disturbing that the article implied that Mr. Warfel may have acted unethically to obtain the cov- erage because he is a church member. Anyone who knows Mr. Warfel, personally or professionally, is deeply offended at the suggestion. The Rev. Dale Lawson, senior pastor, Island Bap- tist Church Editor's note: The Islander stands by the story, "Baptists lose wind coverage." Reporter Molly McCartney has reviewed the story and the materials that were the basis for the story, including information from Citizens Prop- erty Insurance Corp., church treasurer Jim Husbands and insurance agent Ralph Warfel. The church has lost its wind policy with Citizens because its buildings are not in the state-designated wind zone. Impact fee referendum My fellow fire commissioners and I would like to thank the citizens of West Manatee Fire Rescue District for supporting the impact fee referendum on Nov. 7. This referendum will allow the fire district to adopt a new impact fee schedule after legislative approval. Although undeveloped land remains minimal compared to the fire districts in the northern and east- ern part of the county, we believe there is still future potential for additional growth and development in the district. This impact fee referendum will not increase the number of firefighters on shift, but will provide the ability to purchase new equipment or facilities that are the result-of the additional growth. Once again, thank you for your support. Jesse L. Davis, commission chairman, WMFRD Thanksgiving thanks - This Thanksgiving I would like to give a big warm thanks to all the teachers at the School for* Constructive Play. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of my children and making our days brighter. I love you all. Susan Belfiore, Cortez Pleased pet To the judges of the recent Islander Pet Parade and Costume Contest, thank you very much for picking Babe the guinea pig for "one of a kind." And-merry Christmas and a happy new year to my best friends. Sandy Stewart, Holmes Beach Have your say The Islander welcomes and encourages your opin- ion letters. Address letters to Editor, The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Hohfies Beach FL 34217, fax to 941-778-9392, or e-mail to news@islander.org. J THE ISLANDER NOV. 29. 2006 U 7 ngwag !you slice it... it s Maloneg! S, I,:.,r er D,:mr, BracH r,':n , Going north Just the other day, I read that our 2006-07 Snow- bird Season is already off to a "very strong start" now that we're past the hurricane months and into the "the- macame" months. And, after a dozen and a half years welcoming them down here every winter, I've decided that this year I'm going to do at least a little of the coming back up there this winter to where I came here from Plattsburgh, N.Y. It's not that I'm looking forward to shoveling snow again, or even to plugging in my car every night to where I used to plug in my electric lawnmower in the summer. It's merely that I've missed living through January and February up there where all those poems and songs and fairy tales the ones I had so much trouble trying to believe when I was a little boy down near New York City that came to life when we moved up to Plattsburgh. There, those unfulfilled childhood dreams I had back in the real New York City finally became cold - very cold hard facts. Like surely you remember that old song that went "over the river and through the woods to grandmoth- er's house we go." Now, mind you, I grew up just a couple of SUV lengths from downtown Manhat- tan where we sang the song every year around the Thanksgiving holiday, but no one there believed a word of it. For one thing, we knew only one river, the Hudson. And the only ways to go over it were either on the George Washington Bridge or the Wee- hawken or Yonkers ferries. Does that sound like "dashing through the show?" I knew even then that they wouldn't let a "one horse open sleigh" over that bridge or even a closed one. Up in Plattsburgh though, we didn't need anything like that to cross Lake Champlain in the winter. We just walked across the ice. The only woods around New York City were in Central Park, and any female roaming around there probably wouldn't last long enough to be a grand- mother. So you see, it was just a song. And then there's that poem, "T'was the night before Christmas." I distinctly remember it opens up with "not a creature was stirring .. Can you imagine any time in New York City when not a creature was stirring? Dreaming about a "White Christmas" was another childhood pastime in New York City. But even if it did snow there, it turned black rather quickly. However, we found that up in Plattsburgh, we had only to dream how deep our "White Christmas" would be. I was going to get into that song about "Jack Frost nipping at your nose." I never met Jack up in Platts- burgh, but during my first winter there, he nipped at everything I owned. Anyway, like I said, I'm ready to spend some of the coming winter up north-in Plattsburgh, not New York City. And one last big plus for Plattsburgh: Down in southern New York and New Jersey, we used to hate winter because the ponds would freeze and kill the fishing. When the lake freezes in Plattsburgh, that's when fishing begins! Believe it or not, it's the best place to spend the winter. Take it from an old city boy. And while I'm gone, please be nice to the Snow- birds even the-ones that don't know how to use their automobile directionals. Parents get 'day out,' children get fun The second annual "Parents Day Out" will be Sat- urday, Dec. 9, parents to be freed up for Christmas shopping while their children enjoy themselves and each other. It will be at the sponsoring Island Baptist Church, 8605 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, from 1 until 6 p.m. It is for all Island children from potty-trained to fifth-grade, and teenagers will be welcome to help ride herd on the little ones. The kids will spend the afternoon making Christ- mas gifts and ornaments, watching movies and puppet In the Nov. 28, 1996, issue of The Islander, headlines announced: Members of the Barrier Island Elected Officials gave a lukewarm reception to a proposal by a committee of Island residents in favor of a community pool, citing lack of widespread interest among the three cities. Holmes Beach resident and baseball writer Chuck Feeney was voted into the writers' wing of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. The Federal Emergency Management Agency gave Florida residents affected by Tropical Storm Jose- phine until Dec. 14 to register for FEMA assistance for damage related to the storm. Date Low lHighJ Rainfall Nov. 19 56 72 0 Nov. 20 52 60 0 Nov. 21 46 60 1.00 Nov. 22 50 70 0 Nov. 23 53 71 0 Nov. 24 54 72 0 Nov. 25 56 78 0 Average Gulf water temperature 650 24-hour rainfall accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. shows, and playing reindeer games. Popcorn, pizza, cookies and sodas will be provided, and a "special someone" will visit. This replaces the regular "Parents Night Out" for December. Space is limited, said Donna Perez, so she asks that parents call her soon at 778-2979 to set it up for their offspring. ROTTEN RALPH'S WATERFRONT DINING LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS FULL BAR SERVICE 902 S. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria Located at Galati Marina 778-3953 .A L- _.__ Gulf of Mexico AL wO CNET IH&CHP LLDY- VR AY! $8. 9 1 -EE IWe'd love to mail you the news! We mail The Islander weekly for a nominal $36 per year. It's the per- fect way to stay in touch with what's happening on Anna Maria Island. 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During city festivals, the holiday season, elections and just about anytime, he can be seen pedaling his "artsy" bicycle built for two or three around town, look- ing for anyone in need of a ride. Now, Alonso's artistry is being put to the test. He's been hired to go to Costa Rica for a month as a "visiting artist," courses\ of Island resident Robert Erickson, who has a construction company in Limon on the Caribbean coast. The company is involved in construction and Alonso \% ill be called upon to add his artistry to outside effects for houses, buildings, busi- nesses and parks. "Basically, it's whatever I come up with. I may be building something, I might be decorating, I might be just suggesting," said Alonso, who has never been to Costa Rica. "I'm really looking forward to going," said the popu- lar Alonso, who grew up in Spain before coming to Amer- ica during World War II and joining the U.S. Army. But there's a downside to the upside of going to a new country. "It's going to be a pleasure-working trip," said Alonso, who acknowledged he's heard that a fixed income goes a lot further in Costa Rica than it does on Anna Maria Island. He may be looking to relocate to the country, particularly since he and his wife both speak Spanish. "When I first came to Anna Maria Island, I thought Improve the Quality of Your Life Carol Greer Siemaszko B.A. Ed., M.A. Psych CERTIFIED COUNSELOR '. AND LIFE COACH 941-794-1492 |- Perico Island Bradenton 2 Quirky artistry Anna Maria resident artist Mark Alonso beside some of his original creations. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin I would always live here and this is the place where I wanted to die. I spent one day here, then called my wife in Michigan and said I wasn't coming home, that she had to move everything here." That was nearly 20 years ago, Alonso remembered, OPEII Mn.-Fri. --:'39m-7 pm Sat.., Sun H,lid ay's 77-,am-15pm WALK-INS WELCOME '> We're avalabie tr' tend to y.:~ur ur2enr. care needs SF .-" L-'i.:-.i L n; iIr.:.i L --r rr Le Simple Fra,'r.iures SEraLr.- PINNACLE MEDICAL CENTER 315 75th Street West Bradenton 941-761-1616, 4g ve09 v JUST VISITING PARADISE? Don't leave the Island without * taking time to subscribe. Youll get ALL the best news, delivered bythe mailman every week. Visit us at 5404 Marina Drive, Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach orcall 941-778-7978. Online edition: www.islander.org Tlie Islander when the Island was a lot more affordable. "The last few years have been a struggle for my wife and I to live here," he said. "The Island is going the way of the dinosaur. It's getting to be extinct except for the super-rich. It's difficult on a fixed income." The 30-day trip will help Alonso "explore the simple life" that is reportedly found in Costa Rica. "It's supposed to be the simple life like we used to have in Anna Maria I don't know, but I'm looking for\L ard to goiiig. Imnight jusi call home and say 'pack e\ er thing up., 2005 SMALL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR IIanmd Ch-iiropr-actic ... . va-* i Dr. Kathleen Goerg Now Offering Thai Massage! Lic# MA33390 778-0722 3612 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Visit our Web site: www.Islandchiro.com 5-8 P.M., FRIDAY, DEC. 1 CLOWNS FACE PAINTING SANTA REFRESHMENTS MUSIC & CAROLS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOLMES BEACH BUSINESS DISTRICT and featuring the Manatee High School Chamber Orchestra, Santa and a snow machine at The Islander. WILLS TRUSTS ESTATES JAY HILL Attorney-at-La w 778-4745 Anna Maria, Florida .10" Brought to you by ... he Islander Welcome Valerie Fortunate, ARNP to Island Family Physicans Now accepting new patients 778-1007 3909 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach THE ISLANDER M NOV. 29. 2006 2 9 SueLynn accepts honors from city, Quam While former Anna Maria Mayor SueLynn declined to attend the city commission's Nov. 16 organizational meeting where she was to have been honored for her nearly five years of service to the city, she appeared to let bygones be bygones and accepted an invitation to a tree-planting ceremony Nov. 17 in her honor at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society Park. City officials planted an oak tree at the park, dedi- cated a plaque in SueLynn's honor and presented her \with a restaurant gift certificate. She was also given an artist's depiction of what the tree will look like in 50 years. Commission Chairman John Quam made a brief speech noting the former mayor's many accomplish- ments during her tenure and thanking her for her dedi- cated service. George Tooker, of Anna Maria, works on an oil painting in the studio class- room at the Anna Maria Island Art League. Tooker, who started paint- ing about 12 years ago, has a show at the league, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, starting Friday at 5:30 p.m. Islander Photo: Lisa Neff 'Grandpa Tooker' gets art show Old and new New Anna Maria Mayor Fran Barfbrd, right, and former Mayor SueLynn greeted each other at the tree dedication ceremony held in. ana Maria Nov. 17 in honor.of the ex-mayor. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin ,, '' .:. ., .: ? ,- . All ae we lco m-er!'"-'-----.---- _^^^,?.. :_ ^,:... All are welcome! Episcopal Church of the Annunciation Holy Eucharists Sun. 8am and 10am Thurs. 9:30 am (Healing) Call for H,:' Daos 4408 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-1638 www.annunciationami.org for nmorrt ,ir'frniation By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter George Tooker eyed his painting. He wanted more color, more depth. He wanted to bring out the face. He picked up his paintbrush and went to work on an eyebrow. The Islander took up painting about 12 years ago, at the age of 74, encouraged by his late wife. This week, Tooker's work is to be featured in a one-man exhibit at the Anna Maria Art League, 5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. The show, "George Tooker: The Spirit Moves Him," opens Friday, Dec. 1, and continues through Dec. 29. Tooker's work is oil-based, and much of it conveys a religious theme. Last week he worked in the studio on a portrait of Jesus, and nearby were two other portraits of Jesus. He has done others, as well as portraits of Judas, the Madonna and child and Padre Pio. "Religious paintings are out of favor today, that's why I do it," Tooker said. Painting transformed the Islander of 30 years. "I call myself Grandpa Tooker," he said, smiling slightly, to show he's not totally serious. He chuckled at his reference to renowned folk artist Grandma Moses, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, ELCA Pastor Rosemary W. Backer Saturday 5pm Service of Celebration Sunday 8 & 10:30am Worship Service Nursery available a 10-30am ,.:,. Youth Sunday School 10:30am -B '?.-" r ',t' -" *660]s Mlarina Doro Hoilmes Beach 778-1813 who began painting in her 70s after abandoning a career in embroidery because of arthritis. Tooker doesn't compare his painting abili- ties to Grandma Moses. Nor does he compare his work to that of another George Tooker. That Tooker, a cousin, is considered one of American Magic Realism's more prominent visual artists. -His eerie, mysterious paintings rarely go on the block, but one piece recently sold for $500,000 at a Christie's auction. Tooker the Islander said he's neither interested in selling his work nor his reviews. "The one who gets the most satisfaction out of it is yourself," he said, adding that he tends to give his paintings to relatives. Since taking up painting, Tooker has enrolled in classes at the art league and the Anna Maria Island Community Center.-He also created a space in his home in Anna Maria to paint a small studio withtwo easels so he can work when he's in the mood. "It's a great pastime," Tooker said. "It's a great way to keep yourself active." His advice to others interested in painting, whether they are 7 or 74, "You don't have to be a Michelangelo, you just need to enjoy it." AN INTERDIENOMNATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH HARVEY MEMORIAL -~ ~ PASTOR STEPHEN KING Sunday 9:30am 779-1912 www.harveymemorial.org 300 CHURCH AvE. BRADENTON BEACH 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF BRIDGE ST. CLOCK TO-ER Starting for as littk- as $1750 per mofltb we offer: 0% cZ~rcoa -''proP I rl ;Lirrir 0 Cal'. Commaadhy Amenities. iri. 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L REPAIRS 7 DAYS A WEEK ' HI -., 1 SaI 1 I -I Everyone loves TH Everyone reads ItH Well, almost everyone ... Anna Maria Island's longest- running, most award-winning newspaper ever is favored by Islanders and visitors at newsstands and by mail-order suescriners Ana Baby Evan Talucci of Holmes Beach highly recommends reading The Islander every week. TIhe Islander SINCE 1992 L -..... Web .site: wwwalODde.rg ..----.------- Canine Christmas Festival Saturday at Bray Park The eighth annual Canine Chnristnas Festi al fea- turing dog contests, talent and fashion shows will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, at G.T. Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave. Drive W., Bradenton. It is open to all dogs, as long as they're on leashes, have inoculation tags and can "be social." Admission is cans or bags of pet food, pet treats or toys, or cash donations. Contests, which are open to all with a $5 entry fee, are Canine Christmas Contests for longest ears, smallest and largest dogs, and best tail wagging, at 11 a.m.; "American Fido" talent show at noon; and canine fashion show at 1:30 p.m. A dog house designed by Anna Maria architect Eugene Aubry will be sold at auction, and there will be raffles, pet portraits with Santa, and other animal events. Additional information may be obtained by calling 746-3611. Island churches bless Habitat for Humanity home Brenda Posada, hosted an open house on Nov. 19, welcoming dozens to the new Palmetto home with the white picket fence in the front yard. But Posada's not selling. She's settling. Posada on Nov. 19 celebrated the completion of the Manatee County chapter of Habitat for Humanity's 68th home her home at 510 11th St. Drive W. The Palmetto residence was built with the financial and volunteer support of the Island churches. Posada, who moved to Manatee from New Jersey with her father and three children, also worked some 300 hours to secure the home. During the dedication program, several Islanders officiated. The Rev. Harry Parsell gave the invocation, the Rev. Frank McGrath blessed the house, and the Rev. Gary Batey spoke of the value of a home and the impor- fance of performing good deeds, at home and away. The Habitat house. Bates said. demonstrated the partnership among the Island churches, and serves as a reminder that the Island is not isolated from but rather part of the county. Home sweet dog home For the Canine Christmas silent auction, Anna Maria architect Gene Aubry designed and built a dog house. The auction takes place at the dog park Saturday, Dec. 2, at G.T. Bray Park (enter from 51st Street West) in Bradenton. The event, with a talent show, a fashion show, vendors, raffles and the auction, raises money for local rescue groups and individuals that - foster and care for homeless pets. a-. ra a. Firm foundation Brenda Posada, right, and support- ers with Habitat for Humanity and Island churches, celebrate at the dedication of Posada's new home on Nov. 19. helped build the Habitat house. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Island Gallery West starts Saturday art demonstrations The season's first regular Saturday demonstration at Island Gallery West will be from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 2 with Dee Pastorius "Painting Holiday Glass." Demonstrations will continue on Saturdays through the winter season at the gallery, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Additional details are available at 778-6648. 'Beads and Beading' .scheduled in series at library "The History of Beads and Beading" will be dis- cussed by Island businesswoman Nica Rose at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, as part of the library's "Local Business" series. Other events at the library during December: Monday, Dec. 4 and 18, internet class for begin- ners, 8:30 a.m., with pre-registration required by calling 778-6341. Tuesday, Dec. 5,,Famrnil Stor Hour at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, actress Barbara Knode and the Asolo Theatre Guild Playreaders in a seasonal perfor- mance at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, Friends of the Library Book Club, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, Friends board meeting, 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, family origami with Judy Pruitt, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The library opens at 10 a.m. daily except Sunday, closing at 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 6 p.m. Tues- day and Thursday, 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. It is at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. The phone number is 778-6341. Sidewalk sale "Poor.Tuggerisms" author and Islander Jolie Bell, right, talks with a customer during the annual "Art and Attic Affair" sale Nov. 18 in the Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach. The event, featuring new art and old items, raised money for the guild's scholar- ship fund and promoted local artists, such as Bell. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy New day at Gloria Dei The Rev. Rosemary W. Backer was installed as the pastor at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Holmes Beach on Nov. 12. With the min- ister are the Rev. Ken Barrios, dean of the Mid-Gulf Conference, left, and Bud Edgren, vice president of the t hurch worship and music committee. The Rev. Gary Batey of Roser Memorial Com- munity Church looks on. Islander Photo.: Nancy Ambrose THE ISLANDER N NOV. 29, 2006 E 11 Pawsitively Pets & Property Services Inc. P.O. Box 265. Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 Quality Pet Sitting Bonded Insured 761-7511 et S INTERNATIONAL SKAY THIIBAUT MASTER STYLIST AND COLORIST is excited to announce her new location The Hideaway 5109 Manatee Avenue W. (In fairway Center) 9+1-71 -7225 Island Florist You Know Why! Gretchen Edgren visits Winterfest coming Island writers for 19th time Gretchen Edgren of Holmes Beach, author and retired senior editor of Playboy magazine, will speak to the Gulf Coast Writers group at its meeting at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. Edgren has written extensively about the Playboy enterprise, with two books published recently, and con- tinues to be a contributing editor of the magazine. The writers' meeting will be at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Additional information is available at 778-3209 or 761-9036. Schoenwether photos featured at Guild Gallery. The opening reception for the show of Paula Schoenwether's photographs at the Artists Guild of Anna Maria Island Guild Gallery will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1. The exhibition will be from Friday through Dec. 31 at the gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. - Demonstrations in the gallery during December will be Barbara Hines showing how to make Christmas cards from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, and Sue Lynn Cotton demonstrating watercolor painting from 1:30 to 3 p.m.-Dec. 12. Additional information may be obtained by phon- ing the gallery at 778-6694. Winterfest, the Anna Maria Island Art League's "festival of fine arts and fine crafts," is almost here again for its 19th edition Dec. 9 and 10 this year. It attracts more than 100 artists and artisans every year, and features much more than artworks: Music, displays, raffles and other family-oriented activities will be there. Winterfest is one of two major fundraisers for the art league, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the arts here. The other is Springfest, coming in March. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both Winterfest days at the city hall field, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Admission is free and there is plenty of free parking. The main feature is the village of booths featur- ing artworks and their creators, with the works juried and prizes awarded. In addition, artworks are raffled to "give everyone a chance to collect great art for a small donation" of six chances for $5. Bluegrass, zydeco and classical Spanish guitar music will be played by local performers throughout the affair. A food court will bring specialties, such as seafood, barbecue, Italian ice, and baked goods. Community, historical and environmental organi- zations will present interactive displays and explain their causes. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-2099. 941-778-4751 800-771-7163 5312 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach www.island-florist.com :. .Justask for me - I' 1 be the bag behind "" '* -. ': the counter S.: .... .J i,. ,. e No need to go street ,. *... .. .. .. 'hopping in New York City... ,. **. ., .I .. \ r, ve all the famous designer names! .I,,, .- ., ,athe Metalli- *;d l ;iau4 l-~b S MAeceggoies* eeuielfi! Mention this ad, get 10% off 412 10th Ave. W. Palmetto 722-9916 6605 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton Outlet Mall 773-1204 ---------- OPEN AUDITIONS ... SMELL OF THE KILL Women (25-45) 0 Men (for voice over) Sunda.v, December 3, 7:30pm (Run date Jan. 18 Feb. 4) Kelly Wynn Woodland, Director 941-794-8762 10009 Gulf Drive & Pine. Avenue Anna Maria Comedy opens at Island Players Nov. 30 "Breaking Legs" opens this week at Island Players. The comedy was written by Tom Dulack and directed by Phyllis Elfenbein. The cast is, from left, Bob Lamb, Steve Ivester, Joe Kerata, Bob Becchetti, Melanie Marquez and Tony.Busciglio. The play runs through Dec. 10, with shows at 8 p.m. weeknights and two Sunday matinees. The theater is quiet Mondays, and the box office at 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, opens 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Saturday, as well as an hour before performances. Tickets are $15. Additional information may be obtained by calling 77 -5755. 12 E NOV. 29, 2006 N THE ISLANDER Wednesday, Nov. 29 8 to 9 a.m.- "Good Morning Longboat Key" at the Long- boat-Lido-St. Armands Keys Chamber of Commerce, 6960 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: 383-2466. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Holidays at the Crosley Festival of Trees, One Seagate Drive off North Tamiami Trail and U.S. 41, Sarasota. Information: 722-3244. Fee applies. Thursday, Nov. 30 8 p.m. Opening night of "Breaking Legs" at the Island Players, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 778-5755. Fee applies. Friday, Dec. 1 5 to 7 p.m. Tree lighting at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-1541. 5 to 8 p.m. Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday Open House in the Island Shopping Center and businesses sur- rounding Gulf and Marina drives, including Santa visits at The Islander, Holmes Beach. 6 to 8 p.m. Opening reception for photographer Paula Schoenwether at the Artists Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6694. 6 to 9 p.m.-- Holiday night on St. Armands Circle, Sara- sota. Information: 388-1554. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Artists reception-for "The-Blue Briny: Mermaids & More" at the Village of the Arts, along 12th Avenue West, Bradenton. Information: 747-0823. Saturday, Dec. 2 7:30 a.m. to noon Guided nature walks at the Felts Audubon preserve, 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. Information: 737-3169. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club meeting with guest speaker Larry Fowler of the Island Golf Club at Cafe on the Beach, Manatee Public Beach, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 10 a.m. to noon Holiday glass painting demonstration by Dee Pastorius at Island Gallery West, 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 792-1039. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Canine Christmas Festival featuring a talent show, contest and fashion runway at G.T. Bray Park, 51st St. W., Bradenton. Information: 746-3611. 10:30 a.m. Save Anna Maria Inc. meeting with guest Joe Duennes, superintendent of Holmes Beach Public Works, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-4255. 6:30 p.m. Outdoor movie feature "It's a Wonder-. ful Life" at Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 7 p.m. "Sing We Noel" Magic of Manatee Sweet Ade- lines Christmas Show at the Bradenton Christian High School auditorium, 3304 43rd St. W., Bradenton. Information: 751- 9788. Fee applies. Monday, Dec. 4 8:30 a.m. Internet class for beginners at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Registra- tion: 778-6341. 10:15 a.m. Gulf Coast Writers meeting with guest speaker Gretchen Edgren, former editor of Playboy maga- zine, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-3209. 6 p.m.- "History of Beads and Beading" presented by Nica Rose at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6341. 7 to 9 p.m. "The Way of the Heart" with Kenneth Giving thanks The Haitian Ministry brought baskets of the harvest for offering at the All Island Ecumenical Thanksgiving service Nov. 22. The program, an annual event on the Island, took place at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church's new pastor, the Rev. Rosemary Backer, delivered the sermon. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Alonso at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Tuesday, Dec. 5 10 a.m. Family story hour at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Diive, Holmfes Beach. Information: 778-6341. Noon Anna Maria Island Rotary Club meeting with speaker Roger Allen of the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 350-4326. 6 p.m. Relay for Life kickoff meeting at the Moose Lodge, 110 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach. Information: 778-2261. Wednesday, Dec. 6 7 to 8 a.m. Pier Regulars meeting at the Anna Maria City Pier, 100 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria. Information: 778-7062. 12:30 to 4 p.m. Anna Maria Island Community Center hosts duplicate bridge at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Inforn'alion: 778-1908. Fee-applies. Ongoing: Sandi Nowicki art exhibit at the Artists Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach through Nov. 30. "Breaking Legs" at the Island Players, 10009 Gull Drive, Anna Maria, through Dec. 10. Information: 778-5755. Fee applies. Holidays at the Crosley Festival or Trees, One Seagate Drive off North Tamiami Trailand U.S 41, Sarasota. through Dec. 7. Information: 722-3244. Fee applies. Photography exhibit of work by Paula Schoenvvetter al the Artists Guild Gallery, 5413 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, through Dec. 31. Information: 778-6694. Old-fashioned holiday display at Belle Haven Cottage and Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, through Dec. 31. Information: 778-0492. "The Blue Briny: Mermaids & More" at the Village of the Arts, along 12th Avenue West, Bradenton, through Jan. 6. Information: 747-0823. Coming up: Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce holiday out- door decorating contest judging Dec. 7. Art demonstration at Artists Guild Gallery Dec. 7. *"Seussical" at RiverfrontT.heatre Dec. 7. Snowfest holiday celebration at Bradenton Preparatory Academy Dec. 8., Florida West Coast Symphony at Neel Auditorium Dec. 8. Parents night out at Island Baptist Church Dec 9. Christmas celebration along Bridge Street Dec. 9. "Sea Monsters" at Mote Marine Aquarium Dec. 9. Annual Island Privateers Christmas Parade Dec. 9. : Leon Merian's Big Band Extravaganza at the Riverfront Theatre Dec. 9. Winterfest at Holmes Beach City Hall Dec. 9-10: Sarasota Shell Club holiday.auction at Mote Marine Dec. 12. Lawton Chiles Christmas party at Sandbar Restaurant Dec. 12. Save the Date: "Messiah & More" Anna Maria Orchestra and Choir concert Dec. 17. Island Community 1..,/ LJi[-. /. L I.A .- ,JL.L I... JA..1I'.J'. When you see all our great NEW merchandise Dee and Dori are just back from five gift shows Ss Beach fashions and accessories NO* Perfect beach wedding dresses Swvimwear Beach shoes, and sandals Art glass Turquoise jewelry S* Fa 4hion jewelry Hanging glass I COLLECTIBLE DOLLS HUGE SELECTION OF SWEATSHIRTS THE ISLANDER a NOV. 29, 2006 0 13 'Wonderful Life' celebration set Saturday By Lisa Neff Islander Reporter "I do a pretty good George Bailey," Micah Yucho- vich boasted. "Good" and "George Bailey" might seem redun- dant when talking about the everyman hero of "It's a Wonderful Life." But Yuchovich's right, the part-time Bradenton Beach resident can do a pretty good George Baile\. which h he performed without any coaxing for his small lunch group at Cafe on the Beach. "I'm gonna build skyscrapers a hundred stories high," he said on Wednesday afternoon. Yuchovich, a retired firefighter whose summer home is in Burlington, Vt., plans to be seated on a -beach towel for the outdoor showing of "It's a Won- derful Life" on Saturday, Dec. 2, in the field next to Holmes Beach City Hall. The Holmes Beach Parks and Beautification Com- mittee will present the film, one of several events this week ushering in the holiday season. The Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday Open Hobuse festil ities take place Friday. Dec. 1. "Parks and beautification has been planning this (movie presentation) the last couple of months," said committee member Dantia Gould. "I think it's a wonderful way to offer a family-type kickoff for the holiday season." Last year, the parks committee sponsored a show- ing of "White Christmas" that drew an audience of about 50 to 75 people. "Last year was the very beginning, with due credit to Carol Whitmore," committee chairman Jim Dunne said, adding that the city explored various ideas for sponsor- ing a movie under the stars. "Everybody who came out thought it would be good to carry on with a tradition." "I just enjoyed all the different people coming out," committee member Pam Leckie said of last year's showing. "It's something the Island can take part in as a whole group. It's fun to see all the people, Ho\% well do you know "It's a Wonderful, Life"? See how many of these trivia questions you can answer. 1. Clarence Odbody, George Bailey's guardian angel, is said to have the IQ of what animal? 2. Which ear does George Bailey lose his hearing in during a childhood accident on the ice? 3. True or False: Cornflakes painted white Sere used for snow in the film. 4. What film title is on the movie house mar- quee as George Bailey runs down the street in Bed- ford Falls? 5. What song do the townspeople sing at the end of the film? - 6. True or False: The gym floor that opens up to reveal a swimming pool was real and was located at Beverly Hills High School in L.A. 7. What two Muppets share the name of two "It's A Wonderful Life" characters? 8. Finish the line: "Sentimental ..." .- n lt et5 1. -1 rabbit: 2. The left: 3. False. cornflakes had been used in films, but were loud and required the dialogue to be dubbed in. So for "I hs a obndetufil Life," a new award-winning snow was created isiniig soap, water and a firefi.Qlnin g, chemical called ftamite; 4. "The Bells of St. Mary's" in which Henrn Travers. who plays Clarence. starred: 5. ".Auld Lantg Syne," but originally the script called for "Ode To Jov'": 6. True.: ~. Bert and Ernit: S. "'hoensli" a warm feeling.", Hot chocolate will contribute to that warm feeling, Leckie added. Like last year, Beach Bistro will supply free hot chocolate and chocolate chip cookies at the concession stand, which opens at 5:30 p.m. About an hour later, the film will begin i th those familiar shots of streets and buildings in the town of- Bedford Falls, N.Y. The streets deserted on Christmas Eve. The snow falling. The townspeople heard pray- ing. "I owe everything to George Bailey. Help him, dear Father." Director Frank Capra once described "It's a Won- derful Life" as the story of "a good man, ambitious. But so busy helping others, life seems to pass him Winter wonderland Toni Creatnert; Ned Perkini and Maar Creamer step into Christ- inas past in historic Belle Hat en Cottage n i/the grounds 0f the Anna Maria Island Historical Musetun, 402 Pine At e.. Anna Maria. The tnusculn and local businesses hosted a Christnas 4Walk on Nov. 24 to usher in the holiday season. Thie holidaY displays will remain through Decenmbe,; open fion 10J a.n. to 4 p.mn. Tuesday through Sanradav. Islander Photo: Lisa Ne-ff by. Despondent. He wishes he'd never been born. He gets his wish. Through the eyes of a guardian angel he sees the world as it would have been had he not been born." Leckie has a fondness for the film. "It just makes you feel good," she said. "It's one of those movies, just a happy movie." "We try to get a holiday film that everyone likes," said Holmes Beach Commissioner David Zaccagnino, the board's liaison on the parks and beautification com- mittee. "It's a good family favorite." The black-and-white film can be taken as a holiday sweet, or, as the film villain's Henry F. Potter might put it, "sentimental hogwash." "It's like a candy cane," said Holmes Beach resi- dent Nancy Ackerman. "I watch it every year at Christ- mas. So romantic. I crn ever time Jimmyn Stei art finds Zuzu's petals. I lo'e it." The 60-N ear-old film can also be seen as a conmmen- tarN on the human condition. Capra called "It's a Won- derful Life" his statement to the "ears. disheartened and disillusioned that "\ou are the salt of the earth." "It's more than a feel-good movie. I think it's \er\ much a message mo\ ie about w hat is trul\ meaningful in life." said film fan and Anna Maria resident Chris Madison. "It's not material health h that we should mea- sure our likes b\. but ho\% \%e touch others." "It kind of brings things into perspective." said Zac- cagnino. "I think a lot of times %we complain about the little things when we're %en lucky. ... It seems like it's alw ay sa wonderful life on Anna Maria." YOU SHOP-WE SHIP! ISLAND MAIL & MORE Gift _ -- Where you have choice..irishippingL -C -- We show you all your options; You select the one you like bestR-- ayC'sbookhef .-4- DHL FedEx UPS USPS We will also pack your gifts! -a- available now! Long. ppetizer & 'IWe sell shipping-boxes, bubble mailers, holiday gift boxes/mailers. 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She and her late husband Mel owned Dittman Foods in Cincinnati. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hos- pice and Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota FL 34238, or Roser Memorial Community Church, P.O. Box 247, Anna Maria FL 34216. Griffith-Cline Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. She is survived by nieces Becky Mejia of Califor- nia and Ruthann Cowling of Indiana; nephews Ronald Mann and Rick, both of Florida, Fred Matix and Keith of Ohio, Steve of Georgia; and sisters-in-law Erma McCreary of Ohio and Inez of Florida. Col. Agustin 'Gus' Gonzalez Col. Agustin "Gus" Gonzalez, 86, of Bradenton and formerly Anna Maria Island, died Nov. 19. Born in Tampa, Mr. Gonzalez spent 37 years in the military, retiring from the Army National Guard as post commander at Camp Blanding, Fla., and then spent 20 years with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 79, Tampa. He was Catholic. Catholic funeral services were Nov. 25 in Tampa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fallen Patriot Fund at fallenpatriotfund.org. He is survived by daughter Christina and son Remy. M E QeNU Monday, Dec. 4 Breakfast: Waffle Sticks, Yogurt, Cereal, Toast. Fruit - Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza.or Chicken Nuggets, Peas, Chips, Peaches Tuesday. Dec.5 : Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito, Cereal. Toast, Peanut . Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Fruit Lunch: Cheeseburger or Burrito, Spanish Rice, MixedyVeggies, Pineapple Tidbits Wednesday, Dec. 6 Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Yogurt, Cereal, Toast, - Fruit Lunch: Tacos or Breaded Chicken Patty on Bun, White Rice, Oranges and Pineapple Thursday Dbec. 7 Breakfast: Egg and Cheese Biscuit, Cereal. Toast, Bagels, Fruit Lunch: Turkey Gravy or Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes. Strawberries and Banana Friday, Dec. 8 Breakfast: Blueberry Muffin. Oatmeal, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt Lunch: Barbecue Rib Sandwicht or Pizza, Corn, Tator Triangles,-Fruit Cocktail _ Juice and milk are served with every meal. Kiwanians to hear from Fowler Larry Fowler. will diJcuss the 'Anna 1i ria Island Golf Club when he speaksto thAiAnna Maria Island Kiwanis Club at 7:30 a.m. Satur- day, Dec. 2. This will be the weekly breakfast meeting at the- Cafe on the Beach, where Manatee Avenue ends at the Gulf of-Mexico, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Further information may be obtained by calling 778-4865. I -, : ., _: +.* All the trimmings Dick Ashman and Irene Lawson carve two turkeys in preparation iibr the all-Island dinner at Isladu Baptist Church .'605 Gult Drite. Anna M aria. on Not. 23. The menu included nirkey, ham and all the triini inL of a tradtonal Thanksgiving. Dozens auttnded the lc lhration. "I think ii's wonderful thev tdo is."' said dinei Gamle iNussbaum. of Bradenion. "-This is the wav the holiuida\ is supposed to be celebrated." Islander Photos: Lisa Neftf Grouper fishing may go to year's end By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Grouper fishermen may get a full run at their crop this year, as quotas are slower to fill than the last few years and the trip limits apparently are doing what they were designed to do. That's the word from fisheries regulators, and it's good news to local commercial fishermen, most of whom work out of the historic fishing village of Cortez. What it means is that instead of shutting down about now with quotas filled, the season will remain open much longer this year and perhaps will go to the end of the year. For the past few years, the quota of 8.8 million pounds of grouper was filled and the season closed weeks before the end of the year. Based on data com- piled to date, it is unlikely to close in 2006. Last year, the quota was filled and the season closed in the Gulf of Mexico in October and a limit of 6,000 pounds of gutted grouper per trip was imposed for 2006. That was to slow the rate of harvest and extend the season. It seems to have worked. That will assure two more months of paydays for the fishermen, as opposed to going the final months of the year without an income. It also assures a steady supply of wild-caught grouper for restaurants and fish markets. The declining gag grouper fishery is among the hot topics being discussed at a meeting now in Galveston, Texas, of the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council, a federally created agency to restrict catches when a fishery appears threatened. The serving line begins with volunteer Pam Leckie dishing up the turkey at Roser Memorial Commu- nity Church. 512 Pine Ave.. Ana Maria. About 150 people celebrated the Not. 23 holiday with a com- maniai. JOasti in the church 'i Fellowship Hall. The Ret. Gar, Batey. of Rose.: 1 clcomned the guests and invited them Ito aettnd s r't. cs atit the Island churches. In prao %et. Baiev gave thanks jor the Island paradise and its inanl blessings, including the opportuiiiny to provide "'hospialirY in the whole w/ world " Featured sale: Ihts home at 857 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria, sold. in June 2002 for .$850.000 and in November 2006 for $1,135,000, an increase of $2S5,000 or 34 percent. It is a 1,827 sfla /2,312 sitir 3bed 2bath 2car lbal frint, i , home built in 1972 on a 72.137r' lot. It sold II11 06, Grady to Sand & S.iin. Investments LLC, for $1,150W000; list $1,589,000. The ,cot pet square foot is $621. Islander Photo: Jesse Brisson Current Island real estate transactions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copy- right 2006 We welcome You.and Your Family to our 5-8 P.M., FRIDAY, DEC. 1 Enjoy the Holiday Spirit and Decorations * Meet merchants, share refreshments at shops, galleries and restaurants and kick off your holiday season. Manatee High School Chamber Orchestra performs starting at The Islander. 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Boesen began teaching her students that "water matters" after learning funds are available from the Southwest Florida Water Management District's youth education program. She became a recipient of a "Splash Grant," and she uses the funds to help her classes learn the importance of water and sustaining life on earth. With the help of parents, Boesen said she began researching easy-reading texts about water and worked with Harcourt publishers to compile a list of resources to teach students about water sources and how it sus- tains life on earth. Since starting three years ago, Boesen now integrates the study of water into her science and social studies lessons. Students explore for three months the topic through poetry, art, music and a writing workshop. But Boesen says the lessons learned are ones that students have taken to heart and have made a lasting commitment to be good stewards of our water sources. She says that many students have brought the message "Water Matters" home to their families. Among the many projects students have engaged in, some on the home front include water conservative landscape design, plans for consuming more water for healthy living, plans for saving freshwater consumption and many other innovative plans. For instance, parents Mike and Stephanie Fischer followed a plan written by their son Miles to conserve water while brushing teeth, rinsing dishes and shaving. Part of the learning process included special guest presentations by members of the community. In addi- tion to members of the Rotary Club and Sierra Club, speakers included Joanne Driscoll, AME student Max Driscoll's grandmom, who has studied water matters in the Bradenton and Sarasota area for many years. Boesen said students have used art as an outlet to share what they learned and this year some of these projects are available for sale. In an effort to spread their water wisdom, Boesen's students have a Web site and 2007 calendar that has just been published with the mGQ*M ilM0 Water-wise kids Emily.Lathum-Turner and Tyler Pearson pencil in designs that they and fellow classmates will paint onto a rain barrel by Katie Boesen's Anna Maria Elementary School kindergarten class. The rain barrel will be auctioned at the Downtown Holmes Beach Holiday Open House Dec. 1. The project is one of many Boesen's students are undertaking to learn about water conservation and raise funds to benefit water-friendly organizations. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan help of Swiftmud. - The Water Matters calendar features artwork cre- ated by students last year who are now first-graders. The drawings were actually adapted from a book the students published. The book also included written pas- sages by the students. Over the course of Boesen's water-wise curricu- .FAT Carpel & Upholstery Cleaning Stain & Odor Control Tile and Grout Color. 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The student Web site is www.weatersaveus.com and Boesen's students use it to share what they have learned, sell greeting cards, their calendar and other projects, and it offers links to reliable information on topics such as conserving water through earth- friendly gardening. Boesen's current class is painting a rain barrel that will be auctioned at the Dec. 1 holiday open house for "downtown" shops in Holmes Beach. Funds raised from this auction, sales of the calendar and all future projects will be donated to Project Hope, which pro- vides fresh water to Ugandan refugees. The Rotary Club identifies needs in third-world countries and shares information developed by local organizations that research ways to conserve and pre- serve the fresh-water access here, said Boesen. "Our ultimate goal is to communicate our learning and commitment to the world," said Boesen, "and set up links through our Web site to information on how water saves us and we can save water." Boesen's students have even penned a poem, which serves as a pledge of commitment: The Sea's in You. The Sea's in Me. It is in every river, every child, every garden, every tree. Rivers, glaciers, oceans and streams, We wish you well, We'll save you, We'll keep you clean. "The beautiful vista of Tampa Ba\ from our school playground is a constant reminder of living water all around us," said Boesen. 'The Web. site allows us to celebrate our commitment and share our appreciation of water's recreational value, its beauty and its healing power to save us all." To learn more, visit the Water Saves Us Web site, or reach Boesen through AME at 708-5525. Writers meet Monday The Gulf Coast Writers group will meet at 10:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 4, at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Details may be obtained by calling 778-3209. SHere are some "NO COST" 0 Investments to save you money on your heating/cooling bills: 1_.. 1,1?plac or clean ours ' filter on a monthly basis. 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SERVING'THE ISLANDS MORE THAN 20 YEARS State Certified/Licensed and Insured Locally owned and operated 20 0 NOV. 29, 2006 N THE ISLANDER Islanders spark Manatee Her.icanes to strong start By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter The Manatee High girls' junior varsity and varsity soccer teams are off to great starts, thanks in part to the contributions of Island residents Sean Edwards, Amber Wright and Christina Papazian. The junior varsity team is off to an impressive 6- 0-2 start that includes a 5-0 victory over Fort Myers Bishop Verot on Nov. 20. Edwards, a freshman, started her soccer playing career at age 5 in the Anna Maria Island Community Center's recreational soccer league. She is seeing a lot of playing time at outside midfielder. Edwards says she is having a lot of fun with her fellow JV teammates and has enjoyed learning new things about soccer from JV coach Jeff Nelson. Nelson is impressed with Edwards as well. "Sean is a smart player who looks first to pass and create combinations with her teammates." Edwards who lives in Holmes Beach with brother Patrick, mom Trish and father Don, was asked about her best soccer memory. She didn't hesitate, saying, "Making the team. I didn't know if I was going to make it and was so happy when I did." When asked what the future may hold for her, Edwards wasn't sure. She definitely wants to play soccer in college and would like to earn a living through soccer. For now, she is concentrating on helping her team remain undefeated. The girls varsity team lost its opening match against Sarasota, but has since reeled off six straight wins, including impressive victories over Lakeland George Jenkins and Fort Meyers Bishop Verot. Junior defender Amber Wright and freshman goalie Christina Papazian have both made vital contributions to the Her-icane's success. -Wright, a junior, is in her first full year of varsity soccer after spending the last two seasons playing for Nelson on the JV squad. She is a life-long resident of Holmes Beach, where she lives with her younger brother Alex, mom Angela and dad Andrew. Amber is also a prod- uct of the Center recreational soccer league, getting her first kicks as a 5-year-old in the instructional division. In the Her-icane's 4-3 victory at George Jenkins, Wright played the entire game marking Kayla Grimsley, a dangerous senior forward, and held her scoreless. With the return of all-area senior defender Hannah Brickse, All-you-can-eat -' pancakes & Sausage $1 95 Mon-Fri 7am-noon o Sat-Sun 7am-1pm ^ S Monday Italian Night SAI-you- $795 can-eat 4-8pmo ...TUESDAY 4-8Pm SUNSET SPECIALS ACO & FAJIVTA.V Every Wednesday 4-8pm,.,. 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Playing behind Wright and between the pipes for the Her-icanes is freshman goalie and Longboat Key resident Christina Papazian. Christina, along with little brother Nick, mom Gigi and dad Rob, moved here from Longbeach Island, N.J., two years ago, though she pointed out that she was born in Seminole, Fla. Papazian, who started playing soccer at age 8 in New Jersey, has always been a goalie, though she showed some field skills during the Her-icane's 8-0 vic- tory on Nov. 14 over Bayshore High. Papazian started at forward in the second half with the Lady Canes hold- ing a 5-0 lead and promptly notched a goal and an assist as the Her-icanes mercy-ruled the Bayshore Bruins. Christina already has her future plans mapped out, which is why she is attending Manatee High in the first place. She wants to be a veterinarian and came to Manatee because of the medical academy curriculum it offers. She would love to continue her education toward that goal while also playing goalie for the powerful SH S COUPON EXPIRES DEC. 1. 200T- DISCOUNT LIQUOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE COUPON GOOD OV 29-DEC 5 2006 Canadian Mist MANATEE COUNTY'S Bacardi Rum $1 59917 # EPEDANT *2199 17 B I rn I BEVERAGE DEALER | r R University of Florida Lady Gators. When asked what her best memory of playing high school soccer is, she didn't hesitate. "All of the pen- alty kicks." Papazian has been between the pipes since age 8 and until she joined the Her-icanes, she had not faced a penalty kick in a regulation game situation. She's getting her practice in now, facing one penalty kick against the Sarasota Sailors in her first game, two against George Jenkins, and one more against district foe Port Charlotte during a three-game stretch. Though she hasn't blocked one yet, she's guessed correctly on all four penalty kicks so she's due to block one soon. Congratulations and continued success to Christina, Amber, Sean and the rest of their Manatee High soccer teammates. Playing sports for your high school team? Calling all Island athletes and parents. Give us a call or send us an e-mail and let us know about any and all athletic endeavors for your high school team. We're ready to report on you! Call me at 807-1105, or e-mail me at kevin@islander.org with the pertinent information. Horseshoe news Ron Pepka's leaner blocked out any chance at the Nov. 22 horseshoe matches for Sam Samuels and John Johnson to rally, giving Pepka and partner Bill Starrett the 21-17 victory to claim bragging rights. Five teams emerged from pool play action on Nov. 18, which, combined with the return of shoe legend Bill Starrett, made for some exciting playoff matches. Starrett, who holds the pit record for seven consecu- tive ringers, was teamed up with Ron.Slagh. They advanced to the finals, but fell to George "Walker" McKay by a 21-8 score. 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. Cheerleading signups begin The Anna Maria Island Community Center is now PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE SCHNITZELHAUS The Best German Restaurant on Florida's West Coast Every Friday Bavarian Haxen (Pork knuckle with dumpling and sauerkraut) Please phone ahead 24 hours Closed due to family emergency. Re-open Dec. 6 HOURS: TUES-SAT 5-9:30PM 778-1320 Anna Maria Island Centre 3246 E. Bay Drive Holmes Beach a.p. BeLL fisH compaNy i. 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 frzen baill DISCOUNT PRICES EVERYDAY See you at our docks! 941-794-1249 . 4600 124th St. W. Cortez, Floridad_^ - g^--^-- ^ THE ISLANDER M NOV. 29, 2006 21 Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 registering boys and girls, ages 7-13, for its 2006-07 basketball cheerleading squads. Cost for cheering this season is $35 for first child that is a center member and $30 for any additional siblings. Cost for non- members is $50 for the first child and $45 for any additional siblings. The last day to register for the season is Saturday, Dec. 8, so don't delay. Registration will be held at the following times and nights at King Middle School, 600 75th St. N.W. in Bradenton. 6-8 p.m.Thursday, Nov. 30. 7-8 p.m.Thursday, Dec. 7. 6-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. Cheerleaders each receive a uniform, including a cheer shirt, skirt or shorts, and socks. Cheering is a two- or three-hour per week commitment that includes two games and one practice per week. Due to construction at the Center, all games will be played Monday-Friday at King School. The Center is also looking for cheerleader squad leaders. To sign up as a squad leader or to get more information, contact the Center at 778-1908. Register now for AMICC basketball Boys and girls ages 5-17 (before Dec. 2) are invited to register for the Anna Maria Island Community Center 2006 basketball league. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, Nov. 28 and 30, players can register at King Middle School, 600 75th St. N.W., Bradenton. Cost for playing basketball is $45 and $40 for any additional family-member players. Non-members fee is $60 for first child and $55 for additional children. Due to construction at the Center, all games this season will be played at King Middle School. Every child who registers will be placed on a team, but all prospective and returning players must first register and attend tryouts at the times and dates listed below. Ages 14-17: 6-6:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. Ages 12-13: 6-6:45 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. Ages 10-11: 6-6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. Ages 8-9: 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5. Ages 5-7: 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5. Coaches and prospective coaches and volunteers are-asked to check in with league director Andy Jona- tzke at the Center. Streetlife Island police reports Anna Maria City No reports. Bradenton Beach No%. 14, 300 block of Gulf Drive South, traf- fic arrest. A woman was cited for driving with an expired tag. 'Nov. 18, 100 block of 24th Street North, trespass. A man requested a trespass warning be issued to a male living with his daughter. According to the report, the father owns the property and his daughter was not to have anyone living with her. Nov. 18, 2400 block of Avenue B, resisting arrest. Officers responded to a fight in progress. Upon arrival, the officers witnessed a male hitting another man that he had pinned down. According to the report, once offi- cers made their presence known the suspect became verbally abusive and resisted arrest. Nov. 18, 400 block of Gulf Drive North, warrant and drug arrest. During a routine traffic stop, Kevin Tupin, 21, of Bradenton, was arrested when officers found him to be in possession of two pipes. Accord- ing to the report, a pipe used for smoking marijuana was in plain view of the officer when Tupin exited his vehicle and a second pipe used for smoking cocaine was reportedly found in the waistband of Tupin's pants. The suspect was also wanted on a Manatee County warrant for violation of probation. Nov. 19, 100 block of Gulf Drive North, driver's license. Officers contacted the driver of a car parked at the beach after hours and at that time established the person's driver's license was suspended. The man was reportedly advised to make other arrangements for trans- portation. According to the report, the man was seen later the same evening driving the vehicle and was arrested. Nov. 19, 200 Gulf Drive N., BeachHouse Restau- rant, theft. A woman reported that she placed her wallet on the dining table and forgot to take it when leaving the restaurant. When she returned the wallet was gone. Nov. 20,2601 Gulf Drive N., Sandpiper Resort, crim- inal mischief. The convertible top of a vehicle parked at the mobile home park was reportedly damaged. Holmes Beach Nov. 18, 4600 block of Gulf Drive, traffic arrest. A woman was cited for lacking proof of insurance and Crash in Cortez sends woman to hospital An early evening one-car crash in Cortez sent a woman to Bayfront Medical Center Nov. 24. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Donna Ann Mendoza, 42, of 115th Street West in Cortez, was westbound on Cortez Road when she lost control of her 1997 two-door Chevrolet vehicle. The car spun out of control and struck a tree at 119th Street. Mendoza was taken by Bayflite medical helicop- ter to the St. Petersburg hospital. FHP officials "suspect alcohol and/or controlled substances were a contribut- ing factor in the crash," according to troopers. NewsManatee.com Publisher Mike Quinn contrib- uted to this report. proper vehicle registration. Nov. 18, 5424 Marina Drive, Jessie's Island Store, warrant arrest. A man was arrested on a Manatee County warrant for violation of probation. Nov. 18, 300 block of 56th Street, trespass. A woman reported that she suspected a man previously issued a trespass warning was prowling around her home. According to the report, when officers found the suspect at the back doorstep of the woman's home and he was arrested. Nov. 16, 4600 block of Gulf Drive, traffic crash. An officer observed a trolley stop bench that had been destroyed and damage to a nearby condominium sign. The sign for the trolley stop was reportedly found in the middle of the road. Residents reported hearing a loud crash around 3 a.m. but did not see the accident. Holmes Beach Police Chief Jay Romine estimated the value of the damage at $1,200. Nov. 20, 500 block of Key Royale Drive, criminal mischief. A man reported that a rock had been thrown through the window of his parked truck. Nov. 20, 6200 block of Flotilla Drive, Baker Act. Officers responded to a possible domestic situation. Both a woman's mother and husband informed police of their concerns that the woman was not taking her medication or caring for herself. The woman was taken into custody under the Baker Act. *Fntastic Fish & Chip Seafood I A- An evening of smoothjazz'7:30pm A V Ili FPete &Tanya 'Musical Duo* 6:30 pmro Dec.5 :5Ip Poker 7 pm IifJW- Ellsworth Helm- A trio of musical talent 6:3Opm Fl -~ Gulf Drive Band *-5:30-7:30 pm, Open daily 4-til late ( i 12012 Cortez Rd. W. *792-4822 OPEN FOR eStone CmRE LUNCH ALL 0 R. WEEK. Est 1967 w9 R SWat W STONE CRABS ARE HERE LDREN LARGE ARUTES WELCOME 4tt IN THE HISTORIC VILLAGE ON THE NORTHERN END OF LONGBOAT KEY. 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It was a fast-moving hurricane at about 30 mph, so the impact was fierce but fleeting. There was enough , of a blow, though, to wreck houses and ships. Power outages were minimal, of course. According to a report by William Bradford, leader of the Plymouth colony, "Such a mighty storm of wind and rain as none living in these parts, either English or Indian, ever saw. It blew down sundry houses and uncovered others ... it ble"% down many hundred thou- sands of trees, turning up the strongest by the roots and breaking the higher pine trees off in the middle." The "Colonial Hurricane." as it has been called, has sent a message to storm trackers of today. A similar storm, on a similar path, could pretty much take out a huge swath of the country. And yes, power outages would be a bit more widespread today than what the Pilgrims had to deal with in 1635. Happy end of Hurricane Season 2006. Time for Spam sandwiches. Tsunami to the west An earthquake-spawned tsunami from Japan snuck up and smacked Crescent City, Calif., a week or so ago, causing about $1 million in damage. There are some red faces on the tidal wave forecasters, not a result of the first warning, which came pretty much on schedule, but another big wave wasn't forecast came three hours later with no warning. According to the journal Nature, a harbor master in the city watched the surprise wave and commented, "It looked like the tide coming in really fast. The water would go from high tide to low tide in the span of maybe 10 minutes." The waves reached a height of about 6 feet. The earthquake was a magnitude-8.1 trembler, which took place off the Kuril Islands near Japan. Five hours later, Crescent CitN got hit bN the waves. Apparently. the Pacific Ocean-fronting city has something of a tsunami history. A wave -killed 11 people there in 1964, the only fatalities in recorded history in the continental United States resulting from a tidal wave. We've got all.this advance warning data streaming into the "command centers" that watch for such waves: As the Nature article put it, "So why was the warn- ing called off? The decision was based on the small predicted size of the surge, says Paul Whitmore of the West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warning Center. It was a classic example of officials struggling to balance the need for warning with the dangers of a false alarm, he adds. Other experts say they agree with the tough deci- sion, but the 'event has left some calling for changes in the U.S. tsunami alert system." As one expert put it, "We consciously decided that it Moon Date AM HIGH AM LOW PM HIGH PM LOW No% 29 6:26 1.6 12 21 0.9 7 23 1.9 12:32 05 Nov30 8.12 1.5 1 38 0.5 751 2.1 1.14 08 Dec I 9.47 1.5 242 00 8.20 23 1:48 1.0 Dec 2 11 10 I 5 3-36 -03 8.52 25 217 1 2 Dec 3 9:25p' 26 4 28 -06 12:29 14 2 38 1 3 FMNIDec4 514 .07 1000 27 - Dec 5 602 07 1042 27 - Dec 6 6.50 .07 11 2 26 - C* iorieri High TidEs 7 miriue lal ir IAowJ 1 06 laier Charter Boat "MAGIC" Backwater -Near Shore Up to 7 miles out in the Gulf Snook Redfish Trout Flounder Mackerel Snapper Light Tackle Fishing Reservations a Must! Tackle, bait, ice, fishing license provided! Capt. Mike Heistand USCG Licensed ..723-1107 1 1 By Paul Roat, , wasn't appropriate to warn the entire state of California for this event, so we did a very targeted, one-on-one, personal notification." The harbormaster got a call, but the waves were later than anticipated and much, much larger than predicted. The whole incident is similar to those that hurri- cane forecasters face every time a storm starts brew- ing in the Atlantic. If you order an evacuation, and the storm dwindles or changes course, the chances are good that the next time a storm comes that way, people will blow you off, not leave, figure you don't know what you're doing, and people will die. Unlike our hurricane gurus, it seems that there isn't much in the way of gray in tsunami warning circles. It's coming, or it's not, is about the way they play the game. After the Crescent City debacle, that may change.. As one'guy put it, "When we call a warning, it's either all on or all off. There needs to be a level of warning that doesn't trigger that massive response an advi- sory that just tells people to stay off the beach and out of the water." Makes sense, doesn't it? Landscape assistance available There's some planting assistance available to you, and it's free. "The Manatee County Extension Service's Flor- ida Yards and Neighborhoods program began offer- ing landscape planning assistance to homeowners in August 2006," according to the agency. "The program has been a huge success with positive feedback from both participating homeowners and the Master Garden Yard Advisors who meet with individuals. We are extending this program into 2007 and have dates avail- able for homeowners who haven't yet taken advantage of this free service." Sessions are available on the first Wednesday after- noon and the third Monday morning of each month from January through June. Homeo%\ ners can sched- ule an appointment by calling 941-722-4524, ext. 237, or by completing the online form at manatee.ifas.ufl. edu/fyn/landscape:assist.htm. If you go to the session, they suggest you bring a drawing of your property or site sketch. pictures of the - ard and plants, and any ideas about what you want to create in the landscape. "Yard Advisors will work with you on your ideas to help you create a Florida-friendly landscape plan. You'll receive the FYN Handbook, workbook, checklist for) ard recognition, and the UF/ IFAS 2006 plant list. Sounds like a good deal, all brought to us by the Liniversityr of Florida Manatee County Extension Ser- vice, Southwest Florida Water Management District, UN 1 PETE WANTS YOU S TO DRIVE A CLEAN CAR! 24-hour self-serve car wash Complete auto detailing Quick lube AMERICAN CAR WASH 5804 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 778-1617 MAJOR CREDIT CARDS & DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED and Manatee County. Fishing bans spreading My old buddy Dr. David Tomasko told a good story years ago about what he called "taboo zones" in the Pacific. It seems that islanders there would often come up with a part of the water that all agreed would not be fished for a while, allowing the critters to grow fat and numerous to be caught another day. They'd been doing that fishing taboo for thousands of years, Now, it would appear, we're finally catching on. The Florida Cabinet agreed to extend a no-fishing preserve in the Dry Tortugas, west of Key West. The total preserve is more than 260 square miles, and no fishing of any kind is allowed in the zone. Fishery experts hope the zone will allow a -resurgence of oft-overfished stock like red snap- per and grouper. It's the largest fish preserve in North America. California is following Florida's lead, with about 200 square miles of preserve scheduled to be put in place early next year. The preserve there stretches from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, and is expected to aid in the recovery of rockfish, abalone and shellfish. Naysayers state that the zones aren't needed, that the bans will only increase imports from abroad, and that the stock is in fine shape as it is. "We're being regulated out of business," one fisher said. A scientist with the Natural Resources Defense Council countered the arguments with a flat statement: "We've mismanaged the oceans from abundance into scarcity. We can't protect our oceans without setting aside safe havens where fish can grow big and the whole food web can thrive." Preserves seem like a pretty good compromise to me. Establishing no-fishing zones sure makes more sense than an outright ban on using one type of gear, like gillnets, to attempt to save our natural resources. Sandscript factoid Los Angeles has come up with a'fan palm ban. City council members have decided not to plant any more of the tall, willowy palms that have been the city's mainstay for decades, opting instead to plant the more pedestrian sycamore, oak or other native species that provide more shade, although not quite the same ambiance. It's the end of another era. Flood insurance pamphlets available Flood insurance material from the Federal Emer- gency Management Agency and the National Flood Insurance Program is available at Holmes Beach City Hall and the Island Branch Library. Available information includes advice on disaster protection, flood risks, insurance coverage and hiring contractors for rebuilding. For more information, go to www.floodsmart.gov. Or to obtain answers to questions about floqd maps, elevations or building regulations, contact the Holmes Beach Building Department, 5801 Marina Drive, 941- 708-5833. A 4 EARLY RISER *U ~SPECIAL TAX Tues-Fri 7-7:56 am $4 78:04-12:52 pm S+TAX .40 1-1:56 pm + TAX $25 after 2 pm + TAX BIG SUMMER CARD $5 OFF E *d F Call747943 Tee Tims7DAY AERIAL PHOTOS OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND & 4ELKA / PHOTOGRAPHIC ( 941-778-2711 www.jackelka.com THE ISLANDER m NOV. 29. 2006 0 23 Wind kicks up seas, kicks down fishing offshore By Capt. Mike Heistand Rough weather kept a lot of the fishing action close to shore last week, but for those willing to go out in the Gulf of Mexico, kingfish were a good bet. Kings were running up to 25 pounds. Backwater fishing for sheepshead, redfish, trout and some snook were also reported, plus some big flounder catches. Black drum are also a good bet from the piers on the Island. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle at Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said rough seas and strong winds kept most of the offshore boats at the dock last week, but inshore fishing was good for sheepshead. Whiting and pompano are a good bet in the passes, and redfish are being caught in the canals. Tom at the Rod & Reel Pier said fishers there caught some small redfish, black drum, a couple nice- sized snook and a bonnethead shark last week. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said sheepshead have been a good catch for pier anglers, as well as a few mackerel, small mangrove snapper, black drum and some snook at night. Capt. Mark Johnson at Annie's Bait and Tackle in Cortez said he's been getting his charters onto a lot of small redfish and a few big ones. He's also catching some snook in the canals, with all the backwater action coming from shrimp-baited hooks. Offshore kingfish action is good, with the run pretty much running in the 20- to 25-pound range. Grouper fishing was also good until the cold front and it's strong winds drove the boats closer to shore. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Parrot Cove Marina said he took the "Biddle Boys" from Rye, N.Y., on their annual Thanksgiving trip and boated a mixed bag of redfish, snook, mangrove snapper, trout, sheepies and jack crevalle. "All of the fish were taken in Palma Sola Bay, Sarasota Bay and the beaches of Anna Maria Island," Capt. Zach said. "Shrimp was the primary bait fished on the tail of an outgoing tide and the first of an incoming tide on Friday. The cold front really dropped the water tem- peratures and whitebait supplies are on the wane for the w inter months." He said the weather for this week. should be beautiful with air temps in the 80s. "That is -great for comfortable fishing, but the best thing right now'would be for the winter pattern to set in firmly and reinforce that style of fishing for the next couple. of months," he added. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said sheepshead and snapper are being caught by the Sun- shine Skyway Bridge in Tampa Bay, black drum and redfish are in the Manatee River, and there are lots of snook coming out of Terra Ceia Bay. At Skyway Bait and Tackle, reports include a slow mackerel bite right now, as the water tempera- tures drop. There are good reports of reds coming out of Miguel Bay, though, as well as sheepshead by the Sunshine Skyway Bridge ship channel, and flounder fishing has really picked up in the past week or so. CA1T,2;XE G 5l/ cjR~ij ic ri On my boat Magic, we caught redfish, black drum and sheepshead, with most catches running small, although there were enough big reds caught to keep things interesting. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 723-1107 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also wel- come and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@ islander.org. Please include identification for persons in the picture along with information on the catch and a name and phone number for more information. Snap- shots may be retrieved once they appear in the paper. Mullet season starting, looking good By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter The mullet are running and castnetters are cashing in, though nothing like they hope to do as the season goes on. With an unusually early start, the big run of the fish will end in early January, according to nature's schedule that's when the eggs are all laid and fertil- ized and the fish lose their plumpness. Right now "they're really nice and fat," said Karen Bell of the A.P. Bell Co., largest fresh fish processor in the area. The prices paid to fishers are around $1 per pound, with females bringing far more than males because they're the ones with the highly valued, high-priced roe. The roe is similar to caviar, and many markets abroad sell it as caviar. The rest of the fish is smoked or sold as a high-yield, low-cost protein. South America is a particularly good market for the fish, Bell said. It is caught with castnets nowadays, work fit for the exceptionally strong and determined. The nets are circular and of varying sizes, and are whirled out over the surface and allowed to sink to the bottom. Hauled to the surface, they hopefully will have snared many heads of mullet. A good castnetter in a good run of mullet can make up to $1,000 a day, said Bell. About 20 fishers work out of Cortez for the season, nearly all of them taking time off from regular jobs to fish. Some years Bell buys and processes 200,000 pounds and more of the fish, but last year was "a bummer," she said. Red tide was a season killer then, but there is no indication of any such calamity this season. The mullet must be netted because, unlike other fish, it is a vegetarian and can't be caught with bait on a hook and line. For years they were disdained, used as animal food and fertilizer. Now, though, it is accepted widely as a food fish and Cortezians have developed ways of cooking them that make mullet a delicacy. The mullet roe season begins about Thanksgiving and usually lasts until sometime in January. Snook Trout Redfish Tarpon Grouper Cobla 941-704-6763 sumoti mefishing.com Capt Mark Howard Inshore/Nearshore Capt Mark HowardG licensed/nsred . 4..,.- USCG licensed/Insured' Great catch Jeff Bailey, visiting from Felton, Calif., caught this 40-pound cobia while fishing offshore with Capt. Wayne Genthner of Wolfinouth Charters. The big fish was reeled in on 8-pound-test line. Other catches of the day included mackerel, lemon sharks and small grouper. Jeff was joined by his father Don for the day on the water. Garden club gets dirt on potted plants Ervin Shannon, of the University of Florida Exten- sion Service Manatee County, talks to the Anna Maria Garden Club about container gardening. The club held its first meeting on Oct. 18 At Roser Memo- rial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave. in Anna Maria City. Shannon is a specialist in small farm and veg- etable gardening. The next meeting of the club will be held Dec. 13. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose DOCKS-N-DECKS Specializing in docks and decks Maintenance Painting Cleaning Repair (941) 779-1839 docksndecks@verizon.net Licensed and insured FISH TALES WELCOME We'd love to hear your fish stories, and pictures are welcome, too. Just give us a call at 778-7978 or stop by our office in the Island Shop- ping Center, Holmes Beach. ThIe Islander CHARTER BOAT JAN MARIE FISHING LICENSE *LIVE & FROZEN BAIT TERMINAL TACIKE SUNGLASSES & HATS .*PENN*SHIMAIVO*ST CROIX* FALCONS Everything You Need For Florida Fishing ... ISLAND DISCOUNT TACKLE .? 5503 MARINA DRIVE >, 'T at CATCHER'S MARINA -- _'-_k-. (by Holmes Beach boat basin) 1iS AND D01c" OPEN DAILY 779-2838 7fCKLl H ft (major credit cards accepted) 3i m'. 4 /j, i.st5 ,..IslandDiscountTackle.com M-O, oltWVMM 24 M NOV. 29, 2006 M THE ISLANDER A I S L AA SALE: NIKI'S GIFTS, Antiques, Jewelry. Weekly specials, 50-gallon saltwater fish tank with wood cabinet and pump, was $379, now $50. X-mas shirts were $19.98, now $3, all sizes. Porcelain dolls with stands were $17.98, now $4. All sterling jewelry 50- 80 percent off. Furniture, paintings, reduced, select antiques, jewelry, porcelain, crystal. Orientals 50-80 percent off. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm.-941- 779-0729. 5351 Gulf. Drive, Holmes Beach. KING-SIZE BEDROOM set: Dresser, mirror, armoire, two side tables, headboard. Medium-yellow wood with bamboo-look trim. $250. 941-779-0709. 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 avail- able at The Islander 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978. " ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tues- days and Thursdays, 9am-noon Saturdays. Always half-price sales. 941-779-2733.511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. MOVING SALE: 8am Saturday, Dec. 2. Tools, lawn mower, furniture, dishes, linens, glassware, and more..3619 116th St., Sunny Shores Mobile Home Park, Cortez. DOWN SIZE SALE: 9am-1-pm Saturday, Dec. 2. Classic Christmas items, mission-style king size bedroom outfit, electric range, oak entertainment center, futon, bathroom sinks, many household items. 6923 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach. GARAGE/CONTENTS OF rental unit sale: noon- 5pm Friday, Dec. 1, and 9am-2pm Saturday. Dec. 2. Quality home furnishings. Thomasville sofa and iloveseat, cottage-style kitchen and dining sets, wall units, coffee and end tables, palio furniture, wall decor, refrigerator and much more. Everything goes! 308 68th St., Holmes Beach. GARAGE SALE: 9am-noon Saturday, Dec. 2-.. Dining and living room sets, accessories, tools and more. 217 71st St., corner Holmes Blvd. and 71st SSt., Holmes Beach. plythe Bes- FABULOUS GULFFRONT At north end inh -spe:- , tacular views of Gulf, dunes and sea oats. Very large 2BR/3BA, 2,400 sf ... BAYFRONT Large 2BR 2BA ho-,use withi new. tile flcor- throughout, plus great mother-in-law apartment. New dock on deep sailboat'I ater Great view. $995,000, Mike Norman 800-367-1617 941-778-6696 3101 GULF DRIVE Realty INC HOLMES BEACH Ofrecemos servicio de ventas en espan6l Www.mikenormanrealty.com U U GIGANTIC YARD SALE: 9am-4pm Friday and Sat- urday, Dec. 1-2.. Furniture, girls clothes, sizes 3- 8, books, toys, dishes, pots, pans, knick-knacks, lamps, microwave, bike and much more. 7204 Palm Drive, Holmes Beach. GARAGE SALE: 8am-2pm Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1-2. Household items, old wrought iron patio furniture. Two designer leather sofas,$950 each, queen mattress set, headboard and two night- stands, $400, tiger -eye antique oak sideboard and mirror, $850. HOUSE DEMOLITION and moving sale: Saturday, Dec. 2. Furniture, fixtures and personal items. Dining plus retro furniture, lighting, stove, dishwasher, cabi- nets, doors, etc. 812 N. Shore Drive, Anna Maria. ST. BERNARD'S RUMMAGE sale: 9am-1pm Sat- urday, Dec. 2. Great selection of jewelry, clothing, Christmas items, crafts, white elephants, plants and food. 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. BUDGET BOX: Free flea market 9am-2pm Satur- day, Dec 9. Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm, Saturday, 10am-2pm. 941-746-4906. 401 42nd St. W., Bra- denton. LOST: BLACK AND while cat. Name is Zeus, he is 5 years old. Please call 941-778-1746. Last seen on Guava Street between 58th Street and Gulf Drive. Holmes Beach. LOST DOG: Black-and-white Border collie., wearing red collar. Information on collar is wrong. Name is Cocoa. Please call Louise, 941-518-7336. MISSING DOG!! OLD black Labrador wandered awayfrom yard at 509 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. His name is Heck, wearing a blue and orange "Life is Good" collar, very deaf, nearly blind and senile. Please call Adele at 941-587-6328. .FOUND: WATERSKI. NEAR Perico mangroves. Call :Jim, 941-748-5317. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call 941-807-1734 or visitwww.islanddojo.cmasdi- rect.com. BAYSIDE BANQUET HALL Affordable waterfront patio and tiki bar available for events. Bring your own food, drinks and grill. 941-798-2035;. www.bay- sidebanquethall.com. WATERFRONT BAY SIDE 4BR/3BA See at: 500 Bay Drive South BRADENTON BEACH NEW RENOVATION Offered at $2,200,000 941-778-0300 VIEW ON THE WEB .www.annamariaislandwaterfrontproperty.com ;. *' .REALTORS ISLAND CANAL HOME REDUCED 3BR/2.5BA wiin fireplace Corner lot on canal with new dock and caged pool. New kitchen cabinets and granite countertops. New metal roof. $580,000. Call Carleen Weise, Realtor, 941-224-6521 evenings. KEY ROYALE 3BR/2BA Single family on deep large canal. Kitchen updated. Large caged pool, great dock, boat lift Turnkey furnished. $1,100.000. Call Micrel Cerene. Broker, 941-545-9591 evenings KEY ROYALEThis outstanding 3BR/3BA canalfront home has been renovated, updated, and added on. Extensive pavers, brickwalkand patios, new barrel roof 2004, 75-foot seawall, 50-foot dock with 13.000 lb. boatlift. This home is lovely inside and out. A 27-foot Sport Craf wnih twin 150s-will stay with full price offer. Offered at $1,650,000. Call Zee Catanese, Realtor, 941-742-0148 evenings. SAN REMO SHORES REDUCED Situaied on deep water canal, 2-3BR/2BA. den, ceramic tile. new kitchen 2005. fwo-car garage. barrel lile roof privately situated $499,900 Call Marion Ragnm, Realtor, 941-720-7046 evenings. AZALEA PARK4BR/2BA, in Bradentonropenfloorplan,fireplace, family room, plus Forida room, roof November 2002, steps to community pool. $384,900. Call Zee Catanese, Realtor, 941-742-0148 evenings. '5910 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 info@smithrealtors.com Web site: www.smithrealtors.com 2 BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a per- sonalized 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 infor- mation. FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Just for the asking. Courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva- tion Commission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guard- ian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best interest of children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call 941-744- 9473 or visit www.12circuitgal.org. NEED A MEETING place? Try the conference room, Tingley Memorial Library. Eveann Adams, 941-779- 1208. 111 Second St. N., Bradenton Beach. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, 941-720-1411. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call 941-922-0774. 1997 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER for sale: Perfect for Island driving, pull boat, haul plants. 4-wheel drive, V-8, automatic, leather, new tires, one owner, high mileage, but runs great. $2,500. 941-794- 1060. SCOOTER: 2004, 45 mph-plus, Yellow and gray, nice! $999 or best offer. 941-778-1916. BOAT FOR SALE: 14-foot aluminum Grumman. Every accessory. Electric start. 25-hp, Mariner with trailer. $2,500..941-544-4238. FOR SALE: 1998 17-foot Maxum boat. 120-hp Mercury engine. Runs fast! $3,500. Call 941-779- 0120. 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. n_"Gfo4 Latitd de27 .co at ude2.co: SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 www.betsyhills.com BEAUTIFULLYAPPOINTED ISLAND HOMEThistastefully decorated 3BR/2.5BA home offers many amenities, including French doors, tile -floors, spacious-kitchen-with-stainless-steel-appliancesT-breakfast- bar, and sunny Florida room with built-in cabinets. Other features include formal dining area, textured ceilings,;-tiletopvanities, and - a sunny patio with plenty of room for a pool. There is a handy circular driveway, outdoor shower, sprinkler system, and lush tropical landscaping. Best of all, the 'sparkling Gulf of Mexico is. only a short stroll away! Tucked away at the secluded north end, this choice property is priced at $799,900, furnished. Hurry! s -ft THE ISLANDER E NOV. 29, 2006 U 25 HELP WANTED: CLERICAL/administrative assis- tant. Experienced in multi-tasks, good customer service and computer skills. Great benefits. E-mail resume and salary requirements to: t.jmix@adel- phia.net FULL AND PART-TIME sales position. Retirees wel- come. Flexible six-hour shifts. Openings in Anna Maria Island and Holmes Beach gift shops. 727- 244-5906 or 941-778-8607. NURSES: PRIVATE DUTY. Long-term home care assisting quadriplegic. Morning, 8am-1 pm and over- night, 10pm-8am, shifts available. Travel opportunity. 941-383-6953. Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 reen REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA www.greenreal.com ANNA MARIA REAL ESTATE LLC HOLMES BEACH POOL HOME 2BR/2BA open plan. Vaulted ceiling, wet bar, deck, large lot, fenced yard, pool and hot tub. $559,000. RIVERVIEW BOULEVARD PRIZE 2 or 3BR/2BA Cape Cod with charm and warmth, fabulous trees, terraced patios and more. $529,900. WATERFRONT PARADISE B3R 2 S BA with fabulous, direct Sarasota bay views. Nature lovers look only if you plan to buy. $1,124,900. KEY ROYALE WATERFRONT POOL HOME 3BR/4BA plus den/office. Outstanding contemporary home. Vaulted ceiling, fireplace, 55-foot dockage. Four-car garage. $1,695,000. ANNA MARIA CONTEMPORARY 4BR/2BA open plan, vaulted ceiling, elevator, four-car garage. -R.Bamboo flooring, turnkey furnished. Near beach. $1,350,000. WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS CONDO 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated pool, water view, near shopping. library ind rcuLi.iurnu $459,900. OLD FLORIDA ANNA MARIA NEAR BEACH 3BR/1.5BA Cracker cottage plus separate studio apartment. West of Gulf Dr. Just steps to finest, beach! $875,000. RUNAWAY BAY CONDO 1BR/1BA condo. Great rental complex. Heated pool,.close to beach. Barbecue area, heated pool, clubhouse. $349,000. FLAMINGO CAYWATERFRONT POOL HOME 3BR/2BA plus den, heated pool, new roof and landscaping, dock and boatlift, direct access to Intracoastal. $859,000. HOLMES BEACH WATERFRONT 3BR/2BA home. Tile, pavers, fence, room for pool, new dock, direct access to Tampa Bay. $759,900. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA turnkey furnished, tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach, on-site management, excellent rental. $995,000. BEACH HOUSE LARGE LOT 4BR/2BA just steps to white-sand beach, turnkey furnished,. deck. Seller financing. $1,299,000. SEASIDE BEACH HOUSE CONDO IBR/1.5BA turnkey furnished, Sautillo tile, pool, beautiful beach. Direct Gulf view, manager, excellent rental. $799,900. BAY PALMS WATERFRONT HOME 3BR/2BA canalfront. Private dock. Direct access to Tampa Bay and Intracoastal Waterway. $679,000. SHOREWALK CONDOS 2BR/2BA turnkey from $175,000. TRADEWINDS RESORT VILLA- 1BR/1BA, Pool. $329,900. -KEY ROYALE BAYFRONT 3BR/2.5BA, Dock. $2,400,000. WILDEWOOD SPRINGS CONDO 2BR/2BA, Patio. $349,900. SUN PLAZAWEST CONDOS 2BR/2BA. From $675,000. PERIWINKLE COTTAGE 2BR, Close to Beach. $649.900. ANNUAL and SEASONAL RENTALS 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA REAL ESTATE LLC - Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 www.suncoastinc.com EXPERIENCED COOK AND dishwashers, will train. Full and part-time needed for small, very busy res- taurant. Mr. Bones, 941-778-6614. HARRY'S CONTINENTAL KITCHENS now hiring: baker, pantry and line chef, servers, bussers, deli and catering personnel. 941-383-0777, or e-mail info @ harryskitchen.com. FULL-TIME LICENSED real estate agent wanted for a team position at Sky Sotheby's International Realty. Opportunity to be mentored by experienced agent includes base pay plus incentives. Must know Anna Maria Island. Scan resume to terry.hayes@ skysothebys.com. LOOK WHAT'S NEW: Two Scoops Ice Cream Parlor and Coffee Cafe. 101 S. Bay Blvd., Bayview Plaza, Anna Maria Island. Now hiring full-time evening lead person and part-time staff with varied work schedules. Experience not required but helpful. Great pay and a great place to work and have a little fun. Owned and operated by your friends from Two Sides of Nature at 101 S. Bay Blvd., Unit 1. TOP ADVERTISING sales position open at The Islander newspaper. Great territory, commissions. Previous outside sales helpful. If you possess a willingness for strong community involvement, positive outlook and drive to succeed, fax or e- mail a letter and/or resume to 941-778-9392, sales @ islander.org. 2716 PALMA SOLA Exquisite full bay views from every room of this 5,000 sq. ft, custom on over half an acre. Features 5BR, 4 car garage, library, great room, pool and multilevel terrace. Lots of space for family and entertaining. 24071 JENNINGS ROAD Beautiful home BRADENTON-19600 E STATE ROAD on 6+ acres in park like setting directly on 64 EPICUREANS TAKE NOTE! Old Mission Lake Manatee. Vineyard, a unique home on 20 acres with mature grapes and spring-fed stream. 513 56TH ST Holmes Beach.Waterfront full bay-view with custom dock and lift. Features quaint Florida cottagewith darling guest apt. above garage. I UI- I .. 1-01 LIA0Rl V 1190 PALM AIRE COUNTRY CLUB 5523 7516 MARSH ORCHID Adorable turnkey 6200 FLOTII:LA, # 268. WESTBAY POINT COUNTRY LAKES TRAIL Palm Aire. Bring the furnished 2BR/2BA in prestigious Tara MOORINGS. All new carpet and paint, 2nd golf clubs, all new kitchen, tile, paint and carpet. Preserve. Bring the golf clubs and enjoy your floor end unit with water view. Great deal, Lovely country club community. lake view from this ground floor condo, least expensive unit offered! WAIS 0I I M U SLN St:94 1/308-6494 www.skysothebys.com Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. , I~45 1~ 4~,\1 LBl~lsl~,~ R Il 3v)' 26 E NOV. 29, 2006 T THE ISLANDER S4 A N 09 -EHI, y4F I D S BEACHFRONT RESTAURANT BUSINESS, $299,000. Buy building alone for $1,600,000or buy both for $1,690,000. Confidentiality agree- ment required. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. For more great business and realty buys: www. longviewrealty.com. PAW SPA: PROFITABLE pet-grooming business. Loyal customer base in great Holmes Beach loca- tion. $59,000. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. MEALS AND MORE: 50-seat restaurant with great ambience also retails select items. Beer and wine license. Any menu OK. $120,000. Confidentiality agreement required for details. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. For more great business and realty buys: www.longviewrealty.com. GIFTS/DECOR FOR patio, home and garden. Enchanting shop, fun items in good resort area location. $99,000. Confidentiality agreement required for details. Longview Realty, 941-383- 6112. For more great business and realty buys: www.longviewrealty.com. KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, cleanup, edging, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 941-778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. 941-778-5476. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your com- puter 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, reason- able, 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. SELL it fast with an ad in The Islander. BANKRe RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INC. Pam Dial, PA (941) 704-4962 w. -! B^^BH^Wl. ITl! *< '1 ^ ~ OLD FLORIDA LIFESTYLE and Key West feel. Newer elevated home in quaint Cortez Village. Fill wrap-around porch, French doors, huge down- stairs bonus room, wood cabinets, and newer tile. Keep your boat here and beatthepublic boat ramp and Intracoastal Waterway in minutes. $829,000. BUY OF A LIFEIIME! in ri .H'la gro.unda floor unit has a shaded lanai overlooking the lake and fountain and just a few steps to the walkway to deeded beach access. Turnkey furnished unit with adorable beachy furni- luI 1,399 000 ADORABLE 2BR/2BA pondo in establisneo complex right off of 75th St. W. Walk-to shopping and great restaurants. Extra-large screened lanai for outdoor Florida living at it's best. Neutral colors make this unit ready for in,, tn mnmel rinht inl 1QQ Onnlf HJLL BAY VIlWS li-i] i ll 'ii "vjir,] .iill rJI1ro.rA like a model. Turnkey furnished with La-Z-Boy furniture. Bright ceramic tile throughout, laun- dry'room, open kitchen with breakfast bar, covered parking, heated pool and a gorgeous :irei,:, iof diEtdtd trifh ih r J t47 700 M O TE - VIEWO ur o TAnl BAU Y D l W '. I .' I ) UI I1MU.lluI -nN. .l.l.N. .J -4 '. I"' I,vina rjp ce: Grejl ia oui Arrien riili r ludjf :..)rj' u :, .i ,1,,i l -'i uii .l l iv : Pl-vjliur liri li' i? ,.i'fri'iii j:a iUri1"D. ,li. ll' i'?i'hlly j l Hjr.,] dIn i ll,,ui' ..30ulln] station shutters, parking for up .. :, rs, ceilings; custom cabinetryand built-ins, granite garden entrance arid morel 1i 1'23 l'i 00 countertops, private elevator, plantation shut- ters, and fireplace. $1,195,000. OVER 20 A LRS EXPERIENCE PEC-i LIZIN IN t U ERFRONT & BOATING PROPERTIES WW .FLORIDAMOVES.COM/PAMELA.DIALPA PAMELA.DIAL@FLORIDAMOVES.COM 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. CUCCIO TILE: Many Island references. Free esti- mates. Licensed and insured. 941-730-2137. EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED TEACHER available for tutoring in math, science and reading for ele- mentary-to college-level students. $35/hour. 941- 524-4177. HANDYMAN SERVICES: PAINTING caulking, interior carpentry, custom mirror and other interior/ exterior general household repairs. Offering quality services since 1994. Reliable. Call Colin at 941-" 376-0541. HOUSECLEANING: I am experienced. Reasonable, reliable. Serving the general Bradenton area. For more information, call Peter at 941-753-7838. THE ROYAL MAID Service: Licensed, bonded, insured. Professional experienced maids, free estimates, gift certificates available. Call now. 941- 727-9337. PIANO AND VOICE lessons by New York profes- sional artist/teacher. By appointment. Palmetto. 941-729-2244. AAA CONFIDENCE CLEANING. Housecleaning, office cleaning and window cleaning. Good refer-- ences, reasonable rates. Licensed and insured. Family owned and operated. 941-812-0499. WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solv- ing for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, West- coast Nuisance Wildlife Service, 941-778-3455, or cell 941-720-4152. SANDY'S CLEANING SERVICE: Exceptional clean- ing and decorating island references available. For unbeatable service, call 798-9484. CLEANING BY HELENE: Thirty-year Island resi- dent. Weekly, bi-weekly, detail oriented, honest, reliable, excellent references. Free estimates. Call 941-778-5717. , Prudential Palms Realty Mich'elle Musto, PA Reolior 941-809-3714 www.mi(hellemusto.(om HOLMES BEACH 203 70lh Slreel: Duplex, IBR/1iBA ea. side, sleps Io beach! S639,000. 305 63rd Street: New Home, 3BR/3.5BA, den, elevator, pool. S849.000. 6301 Holmes Blvd: New Home, 3BR/2.5BA, wood floors, pool. $799,000. BRADENTON BEACH 301 Highland Ave., #5 Condo, 2BR/IBA, healed pool, furn. S479,000. 1301 N. Bay Drive, #5B Condo, 2BR/2BA, 1079 sf, pool, furn. $489.000. email: mi(hellemuslo@prudenlialpolmsreally.com SSALES & RENTALS -- 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria F L3421.6 PQ BP -2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 ,. FAX (941) 778-2294 www.belsyhills.com This charming 1BR, one lull, two half -Dam cracker-style hideaway offers a lushly landscaped corner lot with room for a pool/parking. There is a sunny.front deck and shady back deck, overlooking a charming gazebo. The elevated rnaster suite adjoins the sitting room. Just steps to the historic City Pier and is zoned-residential- office-retail. Affordably priced at $789,900. HABLA ESPANOL? LEARN to speak, read and write Spanish. Hourly lessons at your home. Call 941-383-4332. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, 941- 758-0395. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigera- tion. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, 941-795- 7411. CAC184228. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional cre- ates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www. jackelka.com. 941-778-2711. NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing mas- sage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and 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. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015. GULF SHORE LANDSCAPING: Lawn care, pres- sure washing, landscaping. owner operated by Island resident. Exceptional value! Licensed and insured. Call 941-726-7070. www.gulfshoreland- scaping.com. SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Hauling:' 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. CHECK US OUT AT www.islander.org ! DIRECT GULFFRONT! Choice Gulffront properties for sale. We have several on pristine natural beach in quiet residential neighborhood. Call today for further details. "We ARE the Island!" SINCE 1957 Marie Franklin, Lie. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250 E-mail amrealty@verizon.net Web site www.annamariareal.com u-l\> q 'ff y B afty fnaf inna aria,Inc. j3esse Brissoni- Bro*frJ)ssociate, gn (941)713-4755 (800) 7716043 Bradenton f omes- BRADENTON GEM A wonderful home located in a great neighborhood on a spacious corner lot with room for a pool and room, -to park RV/Boat. Attached carport -and separate laundry room. Owner to provide home warrantyand pay for title! $218,000 RIVERVIEW CUSTOM Custom home ith % let s of the Nanatee Riler. High ceilings and arched entry to the living room complete with fireplace and balcon) overlooking river. Area in garage can be orn erted into livable space adding an,,ther q ft5l t 2' .-credit to buyer al clirng! i%9.I).( THE ISLANDER M NOV. 29, 2006 M 27" ISANDE CA SIFUD NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residen- tial and commercial. 30-years experience. 941- 729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Complete clean- ups, installations, native plants, palms, aquascapes, rock and patios. Shell installed $42/yard. Shark Mark 941-727-5066. CLOUD NINE LANDSCAPING: Now accepting lawn and landscape maintenance accounts at great rates. Fully-insured, references. Please call 941-778-2335 or 941-284-1568. LANDSCAPING: LET ME help you rent or sell your house with beautiful curb appeal. 941-376-0541. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, inte- rior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed. and insured. Many Island references. 941-778-2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 941-778-1730. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now 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. ROOF-ING REPAIRS and replacements. Remod- --eling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, Sbaths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. "-- STOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases-otcarpentry, repairs and painting. Thirty years experience.rInsured. 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. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay.retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941-792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handy- man, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pres- sure washing and tree trimming. Call 941-778-6170 or 447-2198. -- WINDOWSHADES, 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. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton's Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call 941-705-0275 for free estimates. IMPACT WINDOWS AND doors. Exclusive dis- tributor: Weatherside LLC on Holmes Beach. Free, courteous estimates. Jeld-wen Windows and Doors. Lic.# CBC1253145. 941-730-5045. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows, trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpenter. Call 941-518-3316. TUB AND TILE refinishing: A division of D.J. Murphy Painting Inc. Save up to 80 percent over traditional remodeling costs. Call us with your kitchen and bath needs. Don't buy new redo! 941-751-1245. Licensed, certified and insured. HOME REPAIRS AND improvements: General repairs and quality renovation, including carpentry, drywall, tile, paint, even landscaping. Please call Chris, 941-266-7500. INTERIOR SURFACE RENOVATION: Drywall, tex- ture, paint, tile, wall and ceiling repairs, Fred Wein- gartner, 941-586-3656. LICENSED AND INSURED building contractor ready to help you renovate all aspects of your exist- ing home, add extensions or build a new home on. your lot. We only do high quality work and are very prompt with our customers. Call Daniel DeBaun at 941-518-3916. NEW DOOR SHOP now open. Steel, fiberglass, fire- rated, commercial, residential, thousands of glass options. All code-approved, impact available. Retail, wholesale. Metro Door Shop, 941-758-5828. E&N PAINTING: INTERIOR, exterior. Island refer- ences. Quality paint. Call for free estimates. Sched- ule soon, season is coming! 941-756-9595 or 941- 518-3054. ISLAND HOME REMODEL Inc.: Kitchen, bath, deck and complete home remodeling. Call 941-795-1968. E-mail: islandhomeremodel@hotmail.com. RESILIENT PROPERTIES AND renovations: Kitch- ens, bathrooms, tile work, decks, sheetrock, paint- ing and more. Reliable work start-to-finish. What does your home need? Free estimates. Call Thomas P. Lass, 941-782-7313. HOME REPAIRS AND Improvements. Carpentry, doors, paint, trim, crown molding, minor remodel- ing, drywall, texture, general.home repairs. 941- 713-1951. PAINTING, WALL REPAIRS, carpentry and more. Very meticulous and reliable. Call Colin at 941- 779-0120. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800- 749-6665. ANNUAL: ISLAND HOME 2BR/1 BA with garage and .fenced yard. Newly remodeled. $1,000/ month plus utilities. Small pet OK. 941-795-8979. Credit check.. SEASONAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 4BR two master suites-/3BA, house on canal. Two minutes to beach. Heated pool, dock, cable TV, washer/dryer, garage, designer furnished with tropical yard setting. One of the finest rentals on Island. $1,600/weekly. Call 941-713-0034 or e-mail: beachdreams @tam- pabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1BA with breathtaking views. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. 901-301-8299 or e-mail captko462@aol.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. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, townhouse: 2BR/2BA with balcony and view of mountains. Weekly or monthly rental. Call Paige at 941-798-3448. WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide vari- ety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779- 0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH duple): 2BR/2BA com- pletely remodeled, furnished, washer and dryer. $1,000/month plus utilities. 941-778-1819. 2906 Ave. B, Holmes Beach. 1-4BR DIRECT BEACHFRONT, gorgeous views, designer furnished, cable, DVD/VCR, dishwasher, phone, quaint village. $975-$2,375/week9 941-713- 0034 or beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. HOLMES BEACH: POOL furnished 2BR/2BA. Oct.- Dec. 31. Dishwasher, washer and dryer, tile through- out, cable TV, pool. 1.5 blocks to beach. $1,400/ month or $950/month plus utilities. 941-778-3104. SEASONAL ISLAND RENTAL: 1BR/1BA turnkey, washer and dryer, utilities included. One block to Gulf. $700/week, $1,500/month. 941-721-6090. MANATEE RIVERFRONT: 2BR/2BA, spectacu- lar views! Gated, pool, covered parking, security, fitness center. $1,050/month annual. Call Maria, 941-720-1712. HERON'S WATCH: 3BR/2BA two-car garage, like new. Ten minutes to beach. Near shops and medi- cal.Available Dec. 15. $1,400/month. 941-773-6581 or 941-794-9921. ANNUAL OR MONTH-to-month: 4BR Island family home in quiet residential area. Bayfront with direct water view. Perfect for family with children. Extra large balcony, covered.parking, laundry room with washer and dryer. Park setting, two blocks to Gulf beaches. Fully furnished. $2,500/month annual, $3,200 month-to-month. Pets considered. Call 941 -704-2993. WINTER RENTALS.AVAILABLE: Monthly:starting at $2,000/month. Weekly starting at $625/week. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmax- onrealestate.com. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA: AIR conditioning, washer and dryer, water, large pool, cable. Parking only 200 steps to beach. First and deposit. $950/morith. 941- 779-1586. MIKE NORMAN REALTY WWW. MI NOWMANEIJTY.COM HLMeS //&66 - 28 0 NOV. 29, 2006 E THE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandys Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of Service Quality & Dependable Service. Call us for your landscape 77841345 and hardscape needs. jt L Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 ^*k-WAGNEQ REALTY ,. S 2217 GULF DRIVE NO RTII BRADENTON BEACH, fL - HAQOLD SMALL REALTORO , Office: (941) 778-2246. (941) 792- 8628 1 ' E-mail: haroldsmall@wagnerrealty.com US A FENCEKAS Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172 94.1 -750-9300 P HAUL-AWAY Removal of all types of trash, debris and junk. 720-221 7 WASH FAMILY INC Since 1988 LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED 941.725.0073 DARRIN J. WASH WE OFFER LIFE TIME PAINTS .\- Junior's Landscape & Maintenance Lau\%n care PLUS native plants. mulch, trip. hauling and cleanup. :: ('all ,Junior. ,%07-1015 e The Paver Brick Store 8208 Cortez Road W. Bradenton 34210 (941) 794-6504 9:00 AM til Noon, or by Appointment Pool Deck. Patio and Driveway Renovations Design Build New Construction 11 Charlie WoehIe Remodels 33U 941-761-3363 WOEHLE CONSTRUCTION, INC. P.O. BOX 14070, BRADENTON, FL 34280-4070 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE HOWT0TOIZELAX ON AN ISLAND... C f yoA- co1A'e4ue-v.ce'. .-\, Massage by Nadia 941.795.0887 : ; :"="'" ";' q '" "' "' Anyone can take a picture. A nrnfessional creates a portrait. ELKA PHOTOGRAPHICS 941-778-2711 www.jackelka. co'I;r' 4 LCLm 4 a PARADISE IN COMFORT at Palm Breeze rentals in Holmes Beach. Two beautifully furnished units in a Key West-style home on a large corner lot. Each unit has 3BR/2BA, washer, dryer and fully equipped kitchen. Heated pool, bikes, grill, etc. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush and enjoy. www.apalm- breeze.com. 941-730-5126. HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/1 BA house. One and a half blocks from beach. $1,195/month, includes trash. Available Dec. 1.First, last and security deposit. 949-813-4900. ISLAND CASTLE: FABULOUS French Normandy home. 4BR/3BA on best beach and quiet street in Anna Maria. 941-794-8202. PALMA SOLA BAY views: 3BR/3BA penthouse, fur- nished condo, two miles to beach, large boat slip, pool, tennis, Jacuzzi. $2,050/month, year lease. 941-358-7560. ANNUAL RENTALS: 2BR/2BA, 1BR/1BA units starting at $695/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmaxonrealestate.com. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH: Glimpse of Gulf from large balcony, steps to beach, updated 2BR/2BA, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with granite counters. All new appliances, large garage, office with separate entrance and access to patio. 941 - 545-6118. ANNUAL DUPLEX: ATTRACTIVE 2BR/2BA, Flor- ida room, dishwasher. Washer and dryer, carport. $1,000/month: 2BR/1BA washer and dryer, car- port, $900/month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941- 778-7500. HOLMES BEACH: 1BR/1 BA apartment. 750 sf, 100 feet from bay. Includes washer and dryer, water and trash and cable/DSL. $795/month. 941-587-1456. ANNUAL RENTAL: BRADENTON Beach. 2BR/2BA condo located south of Bridge Street. The unit has an upstairs and downstairs living area with under- neath parking. Furnished or unfurnished. Call 813- 245-0428. FOR RENT: 2BR/2BA balcony, Gulf view. $950/ month, $900 deposit, $50 application fee. 2411 Ave. C., Bradenton Beach. Efficiency, $750/month includes utilities. $700 deposit, $50 application. fee. 112, 52nd St., No.1, Holmes Beach. Season- ally, 1BR Gulf view, cute and clean, $900/week or $2,400/month. Call 941-746-8666. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach. $400-$550/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apartments. 941-778-2374. CORTEZ COTTAGE: QUIET area. Fully furnished, walk to water. Two people only, no smokers. $1,700/ month includes utilities. 941-794-5980. www.dive- fish.com. YOUR WATERFRONT OASIS awaits! Exquisitely furnished 2BR/2BA in Bradenton on Manatee River. Swimming pool, covered parking, fitness center, riv- erfront walking paths. Annual rental $1,200/month. Utilities included. Seasonal rental $750/week or $2,500/month. Phone 830-596-0678, or e-mail sherowens @ hotmail.com. ANNUAL: CORTEZ 1 BR, storage, carport, boat ramp nearby. $640/month. 941-778-2710 after 10 am. MUST SEE INSIDE! Beautiful 3BR/2BA in northwest Bradenton. Stone fireplace, ceramic tile throughout, except bedrooms. Gorgeous oak kitchen cabinets: Open greatroom. $1,450/month. Call Judi at 941- 778-8277, 941-962-8347, or 748-5113. 718 83rd St. N.W. - SEASONAL RENTAL:-2BR/2BA, ground-floor, updated condo on wide deep-water canal. Five minutes to Anna Maria Island Gulf beaches. Avail- able monthly now through May 2007. $2,400/month. 941-795-6699. SUNNY SHORES MOBILE home: 1BR/1BA near beach, clubhouse. Very nice. Turnkey. $1,200/month. 941-730-4078. 1 or 2BR, ACROSS FROM beach, newly remod- eled, all appliances, screened porch, internet, cable. For pictures, look on www.beachesndreams.net. Call 1-513-236-5091. ANNUAL RENTALS: 2BR/2BA home, $1,200/month. 2BR/2BA apartment, Anna Maria $875/month. 1 BR/1 BA, new tile and paint, $775/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmax- onrealestate.com. SEASONAL RENTAL: PALMA Sola Park. 3BR/2BA, like new, fresh and clean. Small pet OK, close to beaches. Available Dec. 1. $2,000/ month. 941-778-5445. WELCOME TO OUR little slice of paradise! Two beautiful second-floor condominiums, close to historic old village on north Longboat Key. Beau- tifully furnished and fully equipped. Heated pool, tennis courts and private beach access. Great restaurants and shops nearby. A perfect location for fun and relaxation! 2BR/2BA or 1BR/1BA, monthly. 800-431-0278 or 941-778-2333. www. ESPBeachRentals.com. ANNUAL RENTAL: PALMA Sola Park. 3BR/2BA, like new, fresh and clean. Small pet OK, furnished or unfurnished. Available Dec. 1. $1,500/month. 941- 778-5445. HOLMES BEACH: ANNUAL 2BR/1BA, steps to Gulf. Lanai, laundry remodeled. First, last, security, no smokers. $895/month plus electric. 941-778- 5412 or 585-473-9361. SEASONAL CANCELLATIONS: WESTBAY Cove/ Westbay Point and Moorings. 2BR/2BA, all ameni- ties, close to beach, shopping and trolley. Sharon, Old Florida Realty, 941-713-9096. ANNUAL WATERFRONT: 2BR/2BA ground-floor at Westbay Cove. Tennis, pool, cable, water included. Sharon, Old Florida Realty, 941-713-9096. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA LARGE, enclosed porch. One block to beach. No pets. $900/month. 941-778-9378. 5611-B Guava, Holmes Beach. - SEASONAL: HOLMES BEACH rental. 2BR/2BA, luxury, furnished, air conditioning, washer and dryer. dishwasher, cable, Internet access available. One block to Gulf. Available Dec. 6, -Jan 2. $750/week or $2,500/month. 941-778-7741. SEASONAL VACATION RENTAL: Snowbirds wel- come. Fully furnished cottage with mini-loft. Quief residential area in Bradenton. Ten minutes from beaches, full kitchen, 1BR/1BA, laundry privileges. Small pets OK. non-smoker. Call 941-748-1149. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: TROPICAL duplex, one block to beach, washer and dryer, some utilities included. No Smoking or pets. $950/month and $700 deposit. 941-798-9765. Responsible persons only. SEASONAL: JANUARY, FEBRUARY. Clean 2BR elevated unit, one block to beach. Newly remod- eled with laundry. $575/weekly, $1,975/monthly. 941-807-5449. STEPS TO THE beach! Great views! $1,500/month. Nonsmoking. Call 941-747-3321. i C0pyrighted Materialp : Syndficted Conte nt Available from Commercial News Providers" e04 I * p.*, *VA THE ISLANDER M NOV. 29, 2006 0 29 11 LADER 4 ,I IED-S SEASONAL HOME RENTAL: Waterfront, boat dock, pool, spa. 3BR/2BA, all updated. $1,000/week. $3,500/month. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. AFFORDABLE SEASONAL, BURGUNDY apart- ments. 1 BR/1 BA. $1,200/month. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090.. ANNUAL LARGE 1BR/1BA. Screened lanai, laun- dry room, garage. No pets, no smoking. $950/month plus utilities. 941-778-9710 or 847-530-8833. ANNUAL BAY VIEW: 1BR/2BA, Remodeled, every- thing is brand new. Poolside with huge covered patio. Must see! 201 S. Bay and Spring Ave., Anna Maria. $1,200/month. 941-779-9357 or 720-235-9025. HOME FOR THE holidays? Attractive 2BR/2BA, Florida room, washer and dryer hook-up, dish- washer, close to beach. Duplex, $1,000/month. No pets. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941-778-7500. LOVELY 3BR/2BA HOME: Quiet canal, large screened porch, fenced yard, dock, garage, walk to beach. Nonsmoking. Call 941-779-2005. ANNUAL STUDIO COTTAGE, Cortez Village. Lovely setting and water garden, nicely furnished, $900/month plus utilities. Call Adele at An Island Place Realty, 941-779-9320 or. 941-587-6328. ANNUAL 2BR/2BA, GULFFRONT, 55-plus, heated pools, direct beachfront, furnished! $1,100/month plus utilities. Call Adele at An Island Place Realty, 941-779-9320 or 941-587-6328. THE BEACH INN: Rooms and bungalows available nightly or weekly. Call 941-778-9597 for reserva- tions. Bark and Company Realty Inc. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1 BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. DECEMBER SPECIAL across beach Anna Maria Isl-and. Large 1 BR/2BA apartments. Internet avail- able, washer and dryer, cable. Only $350/week. Call 941-778-1098. 'NAT-FERONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA open-plan with great views-ro Tampa Bay. Canalfront, walk- ing distance to beach and restaurants. $739,000. 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. C P R: 941-794.1515. Sales, rentals, property man-, agement. Coastal Properties Realty. www.coastal- propertiesrealty.com. BAYVIEW 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. LOT FOR SALE: One block to Gulf. 50x100 feet, cleared. $539,000. 215 71st St., Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4036. ALMOST ISLAND HOME: Adorable 1BR/1BA. Brand new furnished, bay windows with water view. Hurricane Force-3 manufactured home. One mile from Anna Maria Island and one block from Intra- coastal Waterway with new marina and boat ramp. Land owned. Home owner's association optional. $159,900. 941-224-6521. TRIPLEX: IDEAL LOCATION WITH great appeal. Beautifully updated and maintained, new roof, turnkey furnished. Beach access just steps away, bay views, boat dock, ample parking, great income rental. Room for a pool. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. $875,000.111 8th St. S., Bradenton Beach. Bridget Spies, ReMax Properties, 941-308- 6763. MSL# 313022. WEST BRADENTON: OPEN noon-4pm Sunday. Six months condo fees paid! Free-standing, pri- vate three-bedroom upgraded condo with two-car garage, new lanai. Call for details, 941-792-0763. $309,900.5605 Whipporwill Ct. off 59th Street West, Tanglewood. OPEN HOUSE: 1-4pm Sunday: New home, 3,746 sf 3-4BR/3BA, granite/cherry kitchen, three screened verandas. $829,000. Horizon Realty, 941-725-7000. 303 58th St., Holmes Beach. UPDATED 3BR/2BA: 1,560 sf, tastefully furnished and decorated, sold turnkey. For sale by owner. Buyer's agents, 3 percent. Reduced to $585,000. 813-818-8314. 8104 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. www.bohnenberger.homesindeed.com. FOR SALE: ALL new beach house. 1 BR/1 BA, fully furnished, all appliances. Sandpiper resort #521. 55-plus community on the Intracoastal across the street from the beach. $175,000. You can't get on the Island for less than this! 317-873-3307. SWEEPING WATER VIEWS from large 2BR/2BA condo with deeded 35-foot deep-water dock and carport. Must sacrifice or foreclose. $499,000. 941- 807-5449. WESTBAY POINT & MOORING: Lower, corner, condo unit with fantastic view of Tampa Bay and Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Beautiful island kitchen, turnkey furnished. Must see. $610,000. Call 401- 497-6327. BY OWNER, PURCHASE or lease: Manatee river- front condo, 2BR/2BA, beautiful views, pool, gated, covered parking, fitness. $325,000 or $1,050/month. 941-720-0092. BONUS! CLASSIFIED ADS are posted early online at www.islander.org. --------------- ---------------------------- ------- ---------- -- -- ----- HOW TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED; AD DEADLINE: NOON MONDAY EVERY WEEK for WEDNESDAY'S PAPER: Classified advertising must be paid in advance. 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Lass 941-782-7313 Resilieht01 @aol.com Fax 941-792-8293 GET RID OF THAT HONEY DO LIST Professional courteous service Free estimates Windows and doors Trim and crown molding Paint work Kitchens and baths Concrete work Tile and wood flooring Replace.rotted wood Pressure cleaning Drywall. repair Lawn sprinkler repair/landscaping And many more services offered 524-2677 30 N NOV. 29, 2006 U THE ISLANDER 11 S LAA9 DUPLEX ON LARGE lot, 90x108 feet. Second lot east of Gulf Drive in north Holmes Beach resort area. Annual tenants in place, includes well-known Island architect's plans for complete remodel. $885,000. 941-704-7729. CONDO FOR SALE: Beautiful water view. Immedi- ate occupancy. Turnkey, only bring your toothbrush. Condo in pristine condition. Sale by owner, seller will carry mortgage to qualified buyers. Low down payment, low fixed interest rate. Huge price reduc- tion. Phone 315-733-0851. DIRECT WATERFRONT: Latchkey. 65A Cortez Park, Avenue D. 941-779-CAIN. NEW LAKEFRONT CONDOS: Low $300s. Min- utes to beach, no flood, evacuation zone. Hidden Lake Real Estate, 941-761-0444. www.Hidden- LakeCondominiums.com. ISLAND CANAL LOT: 75x100 feet, new dock, priced to sell quickly. Below market and appraised value, $550,000. Call Jake, 941-544-7786.108 Gull Drive, Anna Maria. BRADENTON BEACH: 2BR/2BA elevated with covered parking. View of bay from large covered porch. Only two blocks to Gulf, great neighborhood. $350,000. 941-778-3875. BY OWNER: 2BR/1.5BA condo. Bath and kitchen need update. $399,999.863-412-2612. www.cflrealestateo- nline.com/condo. 5400 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. FOR SALE BY owner: Holmes Beach triplex. Rental income of $34,000 annually. Reduced to sell at $575,000. Call 646-842-0096 for more information. ISLAND TOWN HOME: Holmes Beach. Rare opportunity at Sunbow Bay. Two pools, tennis, lush grounds, 150-yard private fishing pier or fish out your back door. Put in your own dock and boat. $590,000. Private seller. 941-228-3489. FOR SALE BY owner: Deep-water canal ranch, $550,000. Nicely remodeled with granite countertops, tile flooring,and more. Call Scott Wheeler at 614-207- 7878, or e-mail scott@scottincolumbus.com. ANNA MARIA 4BR/3BA."2,220 sf living area, 4,380 sf under roof. Reduced to $639,000. All written offers considered.,941 -773-0706. .. LOT: ONE-BLOCK from beach. 57.75x 114 feet. $520 000 941-779-4505 or 941-778-4246. 125 Neptune Lane., Holmes Beach. LARGE DIRECT BAYFRONT lot on Anna Maria Island. Unobstructed waterfront. $1,150,000. Michael Saunders & Company, 1-800-539-1486, ext. 209, or 941-918-0010. SALES 419 Pine Ave. PO Box 2150 Anna Maria FL 34216 4hervy Jf(avsive Home: 941-778-1820 Cell: 941-713-5321 l sherrys@betsyhills.com :"Iinoifi : i ni- '. 6-. *V Srenovaied! ,895.000 furnished. Build your dream home on very 2BR/2BA canal home with salt- large lot, 100x223 sf. Panoramic water pool, north end. Two boat bay view! docks. $849,000. Galff hen 67'/wm inol m atu I FOR SALE BY owner: Holmes Beach 3BR home, deep-water "grande canal", pool, boat dock, many upgrades. $815,000. Call 941-778-6474. RUNAWAY BAY 2BR/2BA condo. No assessments for six months! Great view of pond, close to beach and pool. New carpet, ceramic, washrooms, all fur- niture and more. Heat and air conditioning, six-year guarantee. $375,000. George, 312-321-7501. CLUB BAMBOO SOUTH: Second floor, direct Gulffront. All new everything. Pool, private beach, on-site management, nightly rentals and more! Way under market at $449,000. George, 312-321-7501. SANDY POINTE CONDO with many upgrades. 2BR/2BA plus two-car carport, new wood floors, stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertop, ceil- ing fans and blinds. Walk to beach, enjoy watching wildlife from your cozy veranda or take a refreshing dip in the heated pool. Perfect Island residence or vacation getaway! $349,900. Chard Winheim Hori- zon Realty, 941-713-6743. BAY POINTE CONDOMINIUMS: Low maintenance fee, low Insurance, low taxes! Minutes to beaches. 1-2-3-4 BR condos now. available. New in 2005. Models open daily 2-4pm. Keller Williams Realty, 941-932-1288. KEY ROYALE REMODELED home. 3BR/2BA, canal, boat dock, pool and spa. $829,900 or best offer. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. BRADENTON BEACH BY owner: 2BR/2BA end unit with full Gulf views. Kitchen has stainless- steel appliances, granite counters, nice turnkey furnished. Two large balconies. Amenities include boat docks, tennis court, pool with spa. $649,000. 941-388-5238. LOT FOR SALE: 126 50th Street. 100x100 feet. Zoned R2. $650,000. 941-746-7423. TOWNHOUSE ON PALMA Sola Bay: 2BR/1.5BA with boat slip and canal view. Only $379,000. Also available as seasonal rental, January-April.at $2.800'month. Call 941-794-1976. . ISLAND-TOWNHOME: WATERFRONT 3BR/3 full baths..Rare opportunity aL.SunBow Bay. Small boat OK and great fishing out your back door. 150- yard private pier, lush landscaping, two heated pools, tennis and a great living experience. Walk" the grounds, walk to beach. Save thousands at $599,000. Call owner, 228-3489. FIND IT! BUY IT! SELL IT FAST! In The Islander. EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS LUXURY WATERFRONT VILLA WITH BOAT DOCK. 3BR../2BA. designer kitchen, imma(ulaole and completely updated. Covered parking, tennis, pools. Few blocks to beaches, glassed-lanai, elevalor. S689,900. SUNBOW BAY Direcd Bayfroni, 2BR/2BA end unit. 5449,000. MARTINIQUE N. Dired Gulf, corner, garoge/slorage. Updated. Shows beautifully. S859,000. BAYVIEW 4-5BR/4BA includes guesi quarters, large master suite. 51,150,000. HARBOUR VILLA CLUB 2BR/2BA lurnkey, boat dock. 5794 900. LINKS PINEBROOK Golf course view, sixth floor, turnkey. S260,000. DESOTO SQUARE VILLA 2BR/2BA, galed, pool, clubhouse. S175,000. VACATION, SEASONAL AND ANNUAL RENTALS LUXURY GULFFRONT VILLAS, CONDOS, HOMES 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealty3@aol.com www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com NORTHWEST BRADENTON: GREAT location. 2BR/2BA, garage, totally renovated. 1,553 sf under air conditioning. $265,000. Great value. Available, immediate occupancy. 941-761-1458. BRADENTON BEACH BAY view: Updated cozy 1 BR mobile home in the Pines Park. Turnkey furnished, boat slip available. $45,000. 941-962-8220. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Escape the heat in the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Car- olina homes, cabins, acreage and investments. Chero- kee Mountain GMAC Real Estate. cherokeemountain- realty.com. Call for free brochure, 800-841-5868. NORTH CAROLINA: COOL mountain air, views and streams, homes, cabins and acreage. Free brochure, 800-642-5333. Realty Of Murphy, 317 Peachtree St., Murphy N.C. 28906. www.realtyofmurphy.com. NORTH CAROLINA: BEAUTIFUL Blue Ridge mountain views. 3.2-acre mountain estate. Heavily wooded with stream. E-Z financing. $29,900. 800- 230-6380, ext.620. TENNESSEE AFFORDABLE LAKE and mountain properties. Low property taxes. No state income tax. Four seasons. Southern hospitality. For more infor- mation, call Lakeside Realty, 888-291-5253. www. lakesiderealty-tn.com. GULFFRONT LOTS: $595,000. Homes starting mid- $300s. New master-planned oceanfront community on beautiful Mustang Island, near Corpus Christi, Texas. www.cinnamonshore.com, 866-891-5163. WYOMING RANCH DISPERSAL: 35 acres, 49,900; 70 acres, $89,900; 107 acres, $129,900. Snow-capped mountain views. Surrounded by government land. Abundant wildlife. Recreational paradise. Low taxes. E-Z terms. Call Utah Ranches LLC. 888-541-5263. 120 ACRES: NORTHEAST Alabama. Private lake frontage, panoramic views, abundant deer, turkey,' good fishing, good timber value,, excellent invest- ment $240,000. Call Phillip, 256-239-7808. VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS LARGE 5-acre tract along very large trout stream.with private elevated home- site. Good access, view; trees, nearby river. $59500 . 866-789-8535. - COASTAL GEORGIA: NEW, pre-construction golf community. Large lots and condos with de.eppwater, marsh, golf, nature views. Gated, golf, fitness center, tennis, trails, docks. $70s-$300,000. 877-266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. GEORGIA/FLORIDA BORDER: Pre-construction grand.opening. 20 acres, $99,900. Pay no closing costs. Terrific opportunity .to own 20 acres in Ga. "'coastal region. New survey, subdivision potential, excellent financing at the unbelievable price of $99,900. Call now! 800-898-4409, ext. 1002. CLP-GA Land Services LLC. Licensed Real Estate Broker. BOATER'S PARADISE AND BEAUTIFUL CONDO 40-foot dock on sailboat canal. Spacious 3BR/2BA, designer kitchen, water views from every window. Smuggler's Landing #204. COME SEE OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY$ -4PMV CHAR HUNSFORDt941-745-0407 941-779-1112 T. Dolly Young'Real Estate 941-778-0807 4 k Gayle Simyson Schulz... Broker/Associate '...: Trust a professional with Si more.than 22 years,experi- ence to handle your real es- tate needs. Specializing .on the.,lsland and Bradenton. S P* Home Sales Property Management Commercial Leasing Vacation Rentals Jim Anderson Realty Company PO Box 1789 401-B Pine Avenue Anna Maria, FL 34216 941.778.4847 toll free 1.800.772.3235 www.jimandersonrealty.com email: gayle511@tampabay.rr.com THE ISLANDER M NOV. 29. 2006 U 31 "Copyrig i Syndica Available from Com I *r ' U hted Materii cited Content' mercial News.P I 4 F- WV- ers" Wantto keepintouch? Subscribe to the "best news!" Call 941778-7978 and charge it to Visa or MasterCard. ... .. ..... ... .. ..... . .. . _. . . .. .. f . .. ... .. ..-. .. . . WAGNER REALTY ..~.ALCIING RtAL 1PATE 2217 GULF DR. N. BRAD TON BEACH -(941) 778-2246 (80.0).211-2323 e-maili ami@wagrierrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com . ..... .. ....... .. ...____ _____ '"----_-_ _-__l_--__I_ _I_-_-III_"__T_-I_-IIllnllII it Trope7rtieI ESCAPETOVILLASCARISSA! - Enjoy this luxurious, private enclave with the tropical sel- ling Ihat is Anna Maria Island. Each residence has an elevator, private pool and summer kitchen too! Gina and Peter Uliano/The Royal learn, 941-761-3100. MLS#533139. $1,249,000. oftfle iVeek LONGBOAT KEY WATER- FRONT Key West-style home on sailboat water. Boallifl, open Iloor plan, four-c:ar garage, workout room and 30-fool screened balcony. Becky Smith or Elfi Starreil, 941-778-2246. MLS#520397. $1,099,000. ' "-- f;iim ._..........^...... BRADENTON BEACH TWO-FAMILY Turnkey BEACHDUPLEXPnrrimeHolmnesBeachlocationwihin CEDARS WEST LongboarKey,.Bieaihlaking vews. BEAUTIFUL GULF WATCH Condo on Anna Maria NORTH TIPOF LONGBOAT KEY This 3BR/2BA lumiihed 2BRiPBA cottage with IBPJIBA bunga sleps ol [he beach. Unique duplex 3BR/2BA ground ol the Gull of Mexico trom this ground floor 2BR/2BA Island. Full Gulf view, waich Ihe dolphins and tree-slandingcondohlasberenvenvaled.Newkichen. low Grea -ramily retreat or rental property Walk o 00oor unit and a 1BR/BA unit above garage. Dave condo. Large screened lansr. Good seasonal rental mIe beautiful sunsets from your balcony Deeded balhs,window-doo'rs,electic,plumbing,aircondition. shops.beach and more. Anne Miller 94 -778 2246. Moynihan, 941-778 2246. MLS#524807 $775,000 potential. Turnkeyfuirnished CunBell,94 761-3100 beach access, healed pool, lumnkey lurnished, irg.roolandgarage Roomlorapool. DaveMoynihan. MLS#518824 $825,000. MLS#540020 $729,000 under building parking. Jm Zolf, 941-77,82246 941.778.2246. MLS#315555. $609,000 - MLS#538611. $629,000. DIRECT GULF FRONT CONDO n weiil-mainlained PERICO BAY CLUB beautifully ma niained and tur ABSOLUTE. DOLLHOUSE! Thoroughly modern RUNAWAY BAY CONDOS Now available several MARINERS COVE Direci Bayfronl. lop loor, ten.unicrJornpleinqulelareaolHorlmesBeach.Privale ished2BR/2BAvillaingaTedommurnry two miles to wth old Florida charm Isladrj crnage has ons.ie 1 or 2 BR urnis bayironi, pool side, and oher 3BR/2BA. 2000 sl, galed community Iwopools, beach, solar healed pool.shondistiance lo shopping Gultbeaches.Moveinandslarttoerioy.KathyTobin. management Deeded beach. fishing pier on tay." views Some updated Onsate rental management. tennis, elevaror,proieceddeep waler35-fooiboat and restaurants Weekiy rentals permnied David 94f 778-2246. MLS#524318.$400,000 pool Becky Smi.h or Elb Slarren. 941 7782246 Phone for details, 941-778-2246 Priced $314,000 slip.PelerMancuso941-5456833orDaveMoyni Moynihan. 941 778-2246 MLS#532306 $575,000 MLS#524049. $399.900.. to10 $499.90,0. han 941.720 0089. MLS#525552 $649,900 .. ... -. . .U .. ... 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