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- VENICE LOCAL NEWS COVER TO COVEID NO. LOCAL NEWS COVER TO COVER ~ (. FLORIDA'S NO. I Be/ l, 7th4 1000027527 122706 02 UNIV OF FLORIDA LIBRARIES LIBRARY OF FLORIDA HISTORY PO BOX 117007 205 SlF A URtIV. OF FLORIDAi fGAISVILLE FL .32611 YFUBL)HtU WtUllUilT, rlivUHTl m nIYU ului 50 CENTS VOLUME 61 NUMBER 30 AN EDITION OF THE SUN SUNDAY-TUESDAY EDITION, MAY 28-30, 2006 We remember Gators on guard BY CHRISTY ARNOLD STAFF WRITER S Airport-marina battle heats up City intensifies lobbying effort for $2 million in funding, while neighborhood group tries to kill airport funding. BYJJ. ANDREWS ASSISTANT EDITOR Caring Friends step in to help a Family through a crisis. DEATHS112A Lorraine Hutchins Brother Alois O'Toole Kathryn Zaccaro COUPONS Air Now 15A Christie's Hearing .................... 10B Junior's Car Wash .................... 11A Twin Palms Chiropractic .......... 12A Good morning, Gondolier Sun subscriber, ELIZABETH SCHNEIDER Fred Hammett's honey- moon as Venice's new mayor lasted a little more than a day. Hammett was named mayor Tues- day after- noon, and by Thursday morning he was on the phone lobby- ing the federal government for $2 million to help build a Hammett city-owned marina and public park on airport property. Venice is attempting to win the money, which is part of the Economic Development Initiative, and federal law- makers are in the midst of debating requests from all over the country. Hammett and City Man- INSIDE FRONT SECTION SBOBVEDDER LEGALS LET EM HAVE IT LOnTO MORTGAGE RATES ager Marty Black both made calls on ti. a what's become la- beled by some as a pork-barrel project. The Black new mayor disagrees, saying a city-owned marina would increase public access to waterways, be a beautiful addition to the city and provide much-need- ed operating : money for Venice Mu- nicipal Air- port. But they say Lang helping the city airport is turning into a battle, especial- Please see MARINA, 6A Mr. Binx disappeared. His family suspects foul play, especially after the leather-faced transient knocked on their door. The Wrights woke up one morning to knocks on their glass door. They hoped it was Mr. Binx, their cat, finding his way home. Instead, they saw a face no one wants to see at their front door. It's a face similar to the one Stephanie Feola encountered about three years ago on Toledo Blade Boulevard. "Once you see one, you don't care to see one again," Feola said. It's a face similar to the sus- pects officials believe recently killed three Floridians. It's the face of an alligator, the animal responsible for eight deaths in Charlotte, Lee and Sarasota counties since 1948. Gators killed 17 people in Florida from 1948 to 2005 and three more this month, ac- cording to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, or FWC. Annemarie Campbell, 23, of Paris, Tenn., was found two weeks ago. She was attacked while snorkeling in a seclud- ed recreation area near Lake George, said state wildlife spokeswoman Kat Kelley. The lake is about 50 miles south- east of Gainesville. Judy W. Cooper, 43, of Dunedin, Fla., was found dead in a Pinellas County canal two weeks ago. Her body had been in the water for about three days. She suf- fered animal bites that were consistent with those of an alligator. Yovy Suarez Jimenez, 28, of Florida Atlantic University, BY GERALD A. ROGOVIN CORRESPONDENT The opening of the Java Hut on U.S. 41, a drive-in cof- fee shop, in early May and the rumored return of a Kentucky Fried Chicken franchise 14 years after a previous one had departed from Osprey con- tinue the latest resurgence of new businesses in the former fishing village. Construction of an office park at Bay Avenue on the west side of the highway, begun at the end of April, and a proposed branch of the Fifth Third Bank at Bay Acres Avenue and U.S. 41, a half- mile north, have contributed to the feeling of residents that dramatic change has come to the community in the past three months. These newer develop- ments have occurred with the start of construction of the $225 million Bay Street Village and Town Center at Bay Street and the east side of U.S. 41. Demolition of a trailer park and a flea market at Bay and the highway took place in early May. It was the first step in the building of the shop- i^i lld 'iltii iLLTfIAU 10A POLICE BEM, loA OFlriONIl 11A SPORTS 2A WEATHER 13A OBITU-RIES SUN FILE PHOTO Always dangerous, alligators have turned deadly this year, claiming three victims in May. Despite warnings, some people still think it's OK to feed them. was found dead May 10 in a canal near Fort Lauderdale. Officials believe she was at- tacked near a canal bank and dragged into the water while she was jogging. Authorities said they have trapped and killed the alliga- tors responsible for the 'attacks. Alligators have bitten more than 400 people statewide since 1948. What provoked the attacks in three separate Florida counties was unknown, but state wildlife officials said alli- gators are generally on the move looking for mates and food this time of year. 'As the weather heats up, the alligators' metabolism increases and they have to eat more," commission spokes- man Willie Puz said recently. "They might be moving more, but that just shouldn't mean increased alligator attacks." Breeding season is under way, which means alligators are moving around more. The season typically runs from mid-April through May. Most attacks occur be- tween dusk and dawn, the time period when Feola last encountered an alligator. Feola was driving her then- 4-month-old Mitsubishi Eclipse on Toledo Blade Boulevard late one night about three years ago when she hit something. She thought it was an armadillo, until she opened the door and saw a tail no armadillo could drag behind. The 8-foot alligator began attacking her new car. "The thing shook my car," Feola said at the time. "I thought it was going to flip my car. I got scared." The gator's teeth grabbed onto the bumper, leaving numerous holes in the plastic bumper. "It's a good thing I didn't get out of the car," the Port Charlotte woman said. "It probably would have been me and the car." Feola kept the bumper, a reminder of the night she hit Please see GATORS, 6A Government offices cosed Memorial Day STAFF REPORT Venice City Hall will be closed Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Garbage, recycling and yard waste will be collected as usual. A veterans memorial cere- mony takes place at 10 a.m. at Veterans Park at the west end of West Venice Avenue. Sarasota County Govern- ment offices, including libraries, will be closed Mon- day, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. Sarasota County Area Transit bus service will not operate on Memorial Day. Collection for trash, recy- clables and yard waste will not change; however, the Chemical Collection Center at 8750 Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota and the South County Center at 250 South Jackson Road in Venice will be closed. The landfill will be open normal hours. The Sarasota History Center willbe closed Monday, May 29. 4TION ping and residential complex that is expected to become the new center of Osprey Village. More than 500 condomini- ums and townhouses, togeth- er with 115,000 square feet of retail space, offices and rest- aurants, will occupy 42 acres in a community'in which res- idents can walk from their homes to shop. A 25,000- square-foot public library will be built by Sarasota County within the complex. The opening last October of aWal-Mart SuperCenter on an adjoining 11-acre parcel has sparked the community's business renaissance, accord- ing to the Osprey Revitaliza- tion Committee. Its members campaigned for years to interest food chains to build a supermarket in Osprey. With help from developer Henry Rodriguez, who assembled and pur- chased the 59 acres at Bay Street and U.S. 41, they per- suaded Wal-Mart to build its store on 23 acres purchased from Rodriguez. Removal of about 900 palm Please see OSPREY, 6A Al eI*N laIl ruW lir UU TOvWN S IEC TIONu If I NITH ISEI .........12A COFFEE BREAK......................2B PETS 12B CLASSIFIEDS .........10A CROSSWORD....................6B SENIOR SCENE ................B....7B COMICS .........14A DEARABBY .......................10B TRAVEL 8B COUPONS ...........2A GREEN SHEET......................9B VENUE 3B TVBOOK ......12A PHOTOALBUM ...................14B WELL-BEING..........................SB USAWEEKEND / I THIS THIS SECTION 117A Business renaissance occurring in Osprey .. .. . ..- --. I t ALMANAC 7A \IFNIIF GONnnIO IFR SUN WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 LITTLE KNOWN FAMOUS FLORIDIANS DRAWING COURTESY OF JOE "FASTHORSE"HARRILL BY JOE"FASTHORSE" HARRILL JACK DUDLEY and BONNIE HEATH owned Needles, the first Florida-bred race horse to win the coveted Kentucky Derby. Dudley and Heath, owners of Ocala's D Stable, bought Needles in 1955 on the recommendation of train- er Hugh Fontaine. It is believed that Needles earned his name from the many medical treatments he received as a weakly foal from the day he was born at Dickey Stables in Ocala. In 1956, Needles won the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs and the Belmont Stakes in New York, but lost his bid for the Triple Crown by losing to Fabius in the ABC-7 WEATHER 41~ -R~P~0 Temperature Today Normal Record Rainfall Today Month Year Sunrise/set Tonight's sunset Tomorrow's sunrise Moonrise/set Moonrise Moonset High 85 89 94 (1986) Low 69 68 55 (1979) 0.00" Actual Average 2.00" 2.80" 5.38" 13.54" The Hoffa demolition solution Cape Sable to Tarpon Springs: (Including Saiasota and Chailorte counlies) v/ir I. Iairios ,i 5 to 10 krnols Seas 2 feet, Light chop. Tarpon Springs to Apalachicola: .Va'r W rin; a, 5 to 10 knots. Seas 2 feet, Light chop. EASTERN STANDARD TIME DATE 8:18 p.m. SUN 28 6:36 a.m. MON 29 TUES 30 WED 31 7:31 a.m 10:12 p.m. HIGH HIGH LOW A.M. P.M. A.M. --- 12:10 - 12:49 -- -..- 1:31 -- ...--- 2:17 --- *STRONG TIDE a-A.M. p-P.M. Sarasota fertilizer regulations being developed The light bulb of inspira- tion clicked on in Tropical Bob's head this week. T.B. was observing the many collapsed buildings that remain in our area two hurri- cane seasons after Charley. Perhaps owners can't pay demolition costs. And govern- ment seems reluctant to con- demn these eyesores. Who will do the deed? T.B. has a solution. Act secretive, but tell every- one you know that some- where in this area, under a building now collapsed, lies the body of Jimmy Hoffa. When word reaches Washington, D.C., quickfeder- al removal of our buildings will follow. Problem solved. TROPICAL BOB .,. ., L~j' ;. D FLORIDA LOTTERY May 26 ..................9-4-2 May 25 .............2... 4-4 May 24 ..................7-4-7 May 26...... .1-9-12-26-28 May 25........4-7-15-17-19 May 24 ..11-19-21-26-28 * May 26..............8-0-2-5 May 25 .............,..9-4-5-7 May 24..............3-1-3-0 May 26........ 16-30-39-42 Mega Ball .....,. .;,.,.i..,..15 Drawings occurTuesday, Friday evenings BY BOBREDDY The board directed the said Sarasota County could STAFF WRITER staff to explore the options to serve as a model because Regulate the use of fertilizers every time someone applies a A proposal to regulate the through education and regu- fertilizer it is an opportunity use of fertilizers brought a lot lation. for pollution. of attention to Sarasota Mike Holsinger, a county Resident Claudia Como County commissioners consultant, said a consensus agreed, saying "fertilizer is Wednesday. should be built because there poisoning our lawns and our The board learned about needs to be a "comprehen- water. I do not want to be the potential hazards fertiliz- sive, community-driven solu- exposed to toxins and chemi- ers have on the water system tion ... I think it is something calls. The health and safety of from county staffers, experts we can make a difference on." the community is at stake." from the Sierra Club, state A consensus would take Tom Burish. the executive environmental officials, fertil- about 12 months to form, he director of the Florida izing groups, lawncare groups said. Landscape Mlaintenance and, even concerned resi- Jack Merriam, manager of Association, said his industry dents. J' -vAie- resouiiceiSplan.niing .i ready "regulated to death" and that education was the best \vay to solve any issues. Commissioner Jon Tha-xton disagreed, saying he didn't see how the county would ever clean its water- ways withoutt regulation. He received board support to ha\e staff focus on regulat- ing the use of quick-release fertilizers during the rainy season and the use of any ter- tilizers near waterxvavs. The board asked for regu- lar updates on the progress of establishing a formal ordi- aiShce and giiilegnes. - May 24...3-12-19-23-28-35 , May 2015-20-23-30-34-41 May 17......2-4-8-16-24-46 May 13 12-14-20-39-42-49 FLORIDALOTTERY.COM 3K CDIL4 IDE I!b Glenn's Automotive Service, Inc. Payoff for May 24 1 6-digit winners....I....$ 3.000,000 71. 5-dgit winners... ..........$3,918 4,282 4-digit winners......$52.50 S79 724 3-digil winners............$4 Da ,,r.,.r.,',:,:ur. W _,jri ,.'d.:i, '.Murd.al . Iani. to Connectle to the net? CALL.SUNLINE: (941) 629-8256 o (941) 483-4840, T^^'zwSBSUSBSdiPrS3H * Complete Auto Repair * Computer Diagnostics * Air Conditioning Specialist *Tune-ups * Brakes * Transmission Service & More andMineaneInpcion IIEp.6/0/6 Automotive S Technician 403 Colonia Lane East, Nokomis, FL 34275 27+Yrs. 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Tamiami Trail, #A4, Venice, FL 34293 Ph: (941) 408-0595 Fax: (941) 408-8795 Email: uw.ssc@verizon.net _,, r~psr~sn~ LOTT*0 I $1 billion shortfall looming for transportation The problem is described in a long-range plan- ning report released last autumn. It describes all the area transportation projects that are needed by the year 2030. BYJACK GURNEY PELICAN PRESS One of the financial puz- zles Sarasota County will have to solve over the next 25 years is finding about $1 billion for road improvements and pub- lic transit projects that are essential to accommodating new growth. No funding sources are identified in long- term plans. The project list is con- tained in a "2030 Long Range Transportation Plan" report adopted last fall by the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization. And while the reported deficit is only $809 niillion in 2005 cost esti- mates, it is expected to increase each year. "Construction and right- of-way costs change every day," said Mike Maholtz, a long-range planner for the two-county organization. "In 2006, the deficit will be a lot bigger because of increased gasoline prices alone. We talk about this all of the time." The report contains many Sarasota County road and transit projects that are scheduled to receive some combination of federal and state support, but the big worry for transportation offi- cials is almost two dozen oth- ers that are conspicuously not funded. They stretch all the way from University Parkway at the north county line to Toledo Blade Boulevard in the south, and include many familiar names such as Proctor Road, Sarasota Parkway, State Road 72, Manasota Beach Road, Knights Trail Road and Jacaranda Boulevard. What the report also points out is that three of the most prominent area roads U.S. 41, U.S. 301 and State Road 70 - are not part of a new Florida investment policy for the region's future transporta- tion needs known as the "Strategic Intermodal Sys- tem." "Conversations about these projects occur at the organization's board meet- ings," Maholtz said. "All those currently without funding should become eligible for federal and state funding at some point. The county will have to work through the organization to try to get it." Future growth data projec- tions in the report suggest that politicians and plan- SUN PHOTO BY JEFF TAVARES, jtavares@venicegondolier.com Construction problems continue to delay the opening of the Pinebrook Road extension, pictured above. Projected funding prob- lems may cause future projects to be delayed. niI flmOf Mnn and nf bqhnit 2n00 000 qblv the tr" IV!'wo k Sarasota had better strap themselves in for a rough ride if new residents pour in at the pace anticipated, and bump the two-county population total up to a million by 2030. "The majority of this project- ed growth about 88 per- cent of the total is expected to occur within or east of the Interstate-75 corridor," the report states. "By 2030. the Sarasota/Mlanatee area will have 500,000 jobs, an increase 01 UUULL /,U WUU U.U .lVU, jI. area's employment in 2000." It goes on to forecast that "North Port will become the area's largest city by 2030" even though it doesn't have what planners describe as a traditional city center, while "Palmetto will have the high- est percentage growth of any Manatee County municipali- ty. Other taan the fact that new growth, right of way for roads and road construction cost Southwest Florida com- munities more money with every passing day, the rep- ort also concluded an increas-ing number of com- muters are crossing county lines to get from home to A shortage of affordable housing forces many of these area residents to commute long distances, which puts added pressure on regional officials to plan for even more new roads and public tran- sit improvements that could make riding on buses an acceptable alternative. EVERYTHING ..MUST GO! After 27 years we're closing our doors Direct Phone Numbers: Home Delivery "" "EY----------------- CUSTOMER G1 ed., Fri. & Sun. Rate 'SUBSCRIBE TODAY! SERVICE POLICY: Wed., Fri.ie S&n Su. 'I- Ifyou do not receive GeneralOffice207-1000Newsroom 207-1000 VENICE Newspaper designated Enclosed is a check for and mail to the address below, attn. Circulation. 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The Snook Haven resort and restaurant has been the focus of recent criticism with a sudden need to hire a con- tractor to run the facility and improve the overall look of the property, which has vari- ous pieces of. trash sitting around. Sarasota County bought the Old Florida icon on March 14 for $2.95 million. It sits on 2.2 acres on the Myakka Riv- er, east of River Road, near the eastern end of Venice Ave- nue. It was built in 1948. The facility was owned by Sandy Alston for the past 18 years. Operations include the restaurant, cabins and boat launch. The operations were turned over to Sunrise Sun- set Concessions of Siesta Key Inc. for a six-month conces- sion contract, which was agreed to with little notice. When the county bought the property, about $50,000 was set aside for any up- keep that might be needed, coun-ty Parks and Recreat- ion Manager John McCarthy said at the time of the pur- chase. The county worked hard to keep the facility running as it was. Discussions Originally, Alston was expected to stay on until a formal concession contract could be developed. But shortly before the county was about to close on the sale, she said she could not stay on. The county has hired a contractor to remove most of the items on the property, including an abandoned school bus. McCarthy sent the county commissioners an e-mail recently, saying "this work will ramp up next week and then we have a staff crew that will come in and take care of some of the smaller items." County staff also recently met with Florida Department of Environmental Protection staff who are responsible for the Myakka River as a Wild and Scenic River to discuss cleanup of old rubble along the shoreline. This will help the county come in compliance with waterway rules. Discussions with FDEP are also taking place about repairing the boat docks. Bud Wagner, owner of the fishing camp 30 years ago, has contacted McCarthy and Commissioner Shannon Consulting and design kitchen & bath cabinets painting & wall paper caulking, tile & grout. doors & windows plumbing repairs and so much more Staub to discuss his concerns about the future of the prop- erty, saying they made a mis- take buying it. McCarthy, Staub and oth- ers at the county each said they knew the condition of the property when they bought it and that no issue is insurmountable. McCarthy is planning to meet Wagner to explain what the county is doing. He hopes Wagner will be more comfort- able with the current situa- tion. The county's goal from the outset has been to keep the. operations of Snook Haven as they have been for years, with kayak and boat access to the river. The bidding process for a permanent concessionaire is now open. You can e-mail Bob Reddy at: breddy@sun-herald.com. SUN PHOTO BY JJ. 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LLC AU s ngft-semeu!Afi'om M-t, ibr pI n trnConn gmnohs:aaa, n il rdi n~iro= gdmr wne i, nd us under, o aiu nont dar o rei 'Hdd s. Oreck of Ft. Myers S SAM'S CLUB SAM'S PLAZA OFFICE MAX WORLD GYM n*e WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 4A VENICE GONDOLA N 4';31 I Teachers win grants from VHS Foundation STAFF REPORT The Venice High School Foundation met on May 11 to award mini-grants totaling $6,252 to 13VHS teachers, an- nounced Andrew J. Britton, foundation president. Jonathan Case received a grant to be used toward hotel and registration costs in con- nection with the 2007 Florida Music Educators Association Clinic and Conference to be held in Tampa. The three-day clinic will provide several seminars and chances to in- teract with other music edu- cators in Florida. Charalise Harris and Bren- da Randazzese received grants to purchase a digital projector to be used in con- nection with a Medical Acad- emy program at Venice High School beginning August 2006. Many of the lessons, activities, simulations and programs offered require the use of computer presenta- tions that need a projector for student viewing. Seth Jones was awarded a grant to continue the "Stu- dent of the Month" recogni- tion program, which has proven to have a significant impact on students' achieve- ments, behavior and atten- dance. Carol Losey received a grant for the purchase of a digital camcorder to be used to film medical simulations in connection with the Medical Academy program. These films will provide documen- tation that students are com- petent in skills prior to actual clinical experiences. Anne Pinney was awarded a grant for funds that will be used to augment the inde- pendent reading collection of approximately 70 students. Students will benefit from a wide variety of literature and informational texts that will improve their comprehen- sion. I Donna Hill received a grant to purchase paperback books of high interest to low- achieving students to pro- mote reading success. These paperbacks will help build fluency and expand vocabu- lary through independent reading practice as these books are more pleasurable reading due to high interest subjects. Steve Johns was awarded a grant to be used to raise funds by a boosters group toward a performance at Carnegie Hall and tour in New York City. Each participant must raise $1,200 in order to join the Venice High School chorus trip in the spring of 2007. Johns also received a grant to be used for team building and creating an identity and community within the Arts and Communications Acad- emy. Physical identification of academy classrooms, teachers and would be ac- complished through the use of a logo, T-shirts and such. Jose Velez was awarded a grant to purchase CDs and videos for the Venice High School Spanish department to use as tools to address top- ics such as countries, litera- ture, grammar and the like. Pat VanKirk received a grant for a field trip for 40 stu- dents to the Museum of Sci- ence and Industry and Imax Theater in Tampa, which would provide hands-on ex- periences in science and social studies. Michael James received a grant to purchase games for literacy and Dr. Seuss materi- als as well as books for dona- tions to Garden and Venice elementary schools. This pro- ject will benefit about 200- 300 students and will encour- age both strong and strug- gling readers to read Dr. Seuss books to elementary stu- dents. Research has shown that this method is very effec- tive in developing high school readers. Anne McCloskey was awarded a grant to fund labs so that students gain experi- ence in advanced culinary skills. The 26 students involved will need to identify and exhibit elements of a success- ful organized food service operation in relation to time, energy, money and space. Education Foundation honors scholarship recipients Cole winner of Merit Scholarship STAFF REPORT STAFF REPORT The Education Foundation of Sarasota County Inc. recently honored its scholar- ships and awards recipients for the 2005-2006 school year with a ceremony and recep- tion in the Sarasota County School Board Chambers. Scholarships and awards totaling $26,300 were pre- sented to Sarasota County public school students, teachers and art depart-. ments. Area recipients in- clude: The four-year Michael J. Archer Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Reid Green, Venice High. The David and Myrna Band Spirit of Art Scholarship was presented to Amy Hollen, Venice High. The Edward M. Haner Jr. DDS Memorial Scholarship was presented to Katherine Herleman, PineView. Art awards The Education Foundation Evening of Excellence student art program results in a num- ber of scholarships and awards underwritten by sponsors who want to recog- nize and reward exceptional artistic talent. Evening of Excellence scholarships awarded to local recipients include: Bank of America Best of School Scholarship Peter Steele, Pine View; Phillip Harmon, Venice High Nancy Kaplan Art for To- day Award Elaine Damas- co, Venice High David and Susan Mccrae Award Dana Chappel, Ven- ice High Dr. and Mrs. Oglestone Memorial Award Amy Hollen, Venice High Howe Art Merit Award - Amy Hollen, Venice High; Justin Kaczmarek, Venice High; Khaila Lacasse, Venice High Zoria Art Merit Award - Monica Moore, Venice High; Justin Tassone, Venice High; Chrisina Tofini, Venice High W.G. Mills Inc. Art De- partment Awards for excel- lence in art education were awarded to the seven high school art departments that participated in the Evening of Excellence student art pro- gram: Booker High School, North Port High School, Oak Park, Pine View, Riverview,' Sarasota High School and Venice High School. The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is an inde- pendent, nonprofit organiza- tion that works in partnership with the community and the Sarasota County School District. For more informa- tion, contact the Education Foundation at 927-0965 or visit EdFoundation.net. r BROUGHTTOYOUBY: A division of Sun Coast Media Group, Inc., publishers of the Sun Herald Newspapers More than 2,400 winners of Merit Scholarship awards fi- nanced by colleges and uni- versities were announced to- day by National Merit Schol- arship Corp., including three scholarship winners in Sara- sota County. Venice resident Calvin J. 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See credit application for Rewards program terms. USE YOUR DILLARD'S CHARGE. WE ALSO WELCOME VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DINER'S CLUB & DISCOVER CARD. Port Charlotte Town Center, (941)255-1778 Southgate Plaza, (941)955-2241 Sarasota Square Mall, (941)925-1722: Mon.-Sat. 10-9, Sun. 12-6 ' VENICE GONDOLIER SUN 5A SUNDAY. MAY 28,2006F WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM 6A~ VEIC GODOIE SU WW.EIEON IRCM UDY AY2,20 GATORS from Page IA an alligator suffering from a severe case of road rage. "I basically don't drive at night anymore," she said. "I don't go near canals and stuff like that." She also is tired of the nick- name some in the communi- ty gave her since the February 2003 attack: alligator lady. "Stay away from them," Feola advised. FWC officials receive more than 15,000 complaints about alligators in natural habitats, but also in people's swim- ming pools and garages. Officials remove more than 5,000 nuisance alligators every year. An alligator is considered a nuisance when it is longer than 4 feet and posing a threat to people, pets or prop- erty. Smaller gators typically cannot eat anything larger than a small turtle, according to the FWC. The Wrights' recent early- morning visitor was certainly a nuisance in one way. "It was a shocker," Bob Wright said. The Wrights never expect- ed to see a 5-foot gator knock- ing on their front door, although no one would antic- ipate that. The Wrights, espe- MARINA from Page1A ly with Sue Lang of the Venice Neighborhood Coalition at- tempting to kill runway re- construction money and shut the airport down. "In the long term, it's a money-saving idea from a tax-support point of view," Hammett said. "It's an invest- ment to make us better finan- cially, so I would not consider it pork barrel. ... We think it's good for the city, good for the people and good for the Venetian Waterway Park." Wait for Tuesday The House, Transporta- tion, Treasury and Housing Appropriations Subcommit- tee planned to "mark up their version Friday," according to the city's Washington-based lobbyist, and told city officials to "press for funding" on the project. Venice will most likely find out Tuesday or Wednesday if their request is still alive. If the request is killed, the city will not push to have it reinstated, according to the city manager. Venice will either ask for the money again next year or attempt to raise the $2 million by selling off the tons of dirt that must be excavated at the site to cre- ate a marina. "It's a valuable project if finding is available,?' Black "We would be spend- ing a lot of resources swimming against the tide of Congress (if marina funding is removed Tuesday). We don't do that. We'd just try again next year." City Manager Marty Black said. "We would be spending a lot of resources swimming against the tide of Congress (if it's removed Tuesday). We don't do that. We'd just try again next year." The ongoing war in Iraq and a tight federal budget are the reasons Black provides, but one cannot ignore the VNC and Lang's efforts to halt runway reconstruction and any other improvements at the airport. The city manager said Lang's only goal is to "shut the airport down" or move it off the island. Lang moved to Venice several years ago and has continually protested the airport, which is near. the cially, wouldn't have predict- ed it because they live on a sea wall. "You think you're safe because he's 4 to 5 feet down the wall," Wright said. "It's not like they can climb up rip- rap." The Wrights called the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office. The gator stayed on the Wrights' front porch for about 20-30 minutes before moving into some shrubs and onto an empty lot. "Then, he took a right, heading down toward the canal and jumped in the canal," Wright said. The gator disappeared Golden Beach subdivision she lives in. Selling the airport A month ago, Lang wrote a letter to the TV news show "60 Minutes" in an attempt to halt the marina project, and just recently, sent a letter to U.S. Sen. Bill-Nelson, D- Florida, in an attempt to halt federal funding of runway reconstruction. In her letter to Nelson, Lang writes: "The airport property in Venice is also currently worth over $300 million due to its location on the Gulf of Mexico and Venice is in the midst of its Airport Master plan update. The airport in its present loca- tion has failed to attract anysig- nificant business/employers most likely because it's located on an island. ... An estimate was done several years ago on moving the airport and showed the cost to be about $68 mil- lion. ... The FAA should be con- sidering that instead of giving out funds right now for this air- port, it should review the bene- fit of moving this airport, re-, deeming its equity in exchange for, releasing its restrictions, and using a portion of the pro- ceeds to move the airport and establish a fund for future maintenance that \\ill obliate the need for on-going public after that early Wednesday morning surprise. Mr. Binx is still missing, however. "I think he was coming back for more cats," Wright said of the gator. Wright has walked all over his neighborhood, looking for Mr. Binx, who liked to visit neighbors and sleep with the Wrights at night. "I haven't found a trace of him anywhere," Wright said. "Poor Mr. Binx." The Associated Press con- tributed to this story. You can e-mail Christy Arnold at: carnold @sun-herald.com. funding of this airport." The Federal Aviation Ad- ministration is responding to Lang's letter and will tell Nelson that relocation is not a viable option, according to an e-mail. sent from the FAA's office to the city manager. The city has been attempt- ing to repave the airport run- ways for nearly a decade and may finally win funding for 13-31 this year and apply for runway 4-22 next year. Fed- eral funding for 13-31 was yanked more than six years because of lease disputes and the design plans collected dust until Airport Manager FredWatts revived the project a year ago when he was hired. Lang's idea of selling the air- port land for $300 million to a developer comes as a surprise to the city manager. That seems to go against the anti- growth goals oftheVNC, Black said, especially with the amount of intensive develop- ment needed to justify a $300 million land purchase a dol- lar amount that Black doesn't think is based upon reality. "There is no entity that's going to pay $300 million to turn (the airport) into a park. ... Selling it is one of the worst ideas. It's a little surprising to have a neighborhood group have that on their agenda," Black said. OSPREY from Page IA trees and the start of digging a large pond, scheduled to begin this week, will bring construction equipment onto the property. The next 30 days will be devoted to readying the site for construction. Demand for residences has been helped by the high cost of gasoline, people downsizing their homes and newcomers to the area, according to Ray Rodriguez of Bay Street Village Realty. "Our timing has been for- tunate," he said. "We're pro- moting the fact that residents can walk from home to the stores, restaurants and the library. There's no need to .have two cars or two gas tanks." He said that a recent in- crease in rents at St. Armands Circle in Sarasota "has put the squeeze on merchants there. A lot of them have inquired about Bay Street. We're opti- mistic." Oakmont Capital, the leas- ing agent for the Southbay Fashion Center at Blackburn Point Road, about 1 mile south on U.S. 41, several months ago credited the anticipated opening of the Wal-Mart store with the opening of three stores and an "upscale" restaurant on its property. "Osprey residents have been hopeful for a long time that the community could become a destination, not just a place cars drive, through," said Judith John- son, chairwoman of the revi- talization committee. "It's finally happening, just as real estate experts predicted." Ice down your wrist Diamond Doctor's orders! RENS Custom Designs a Appraisals familyy Oned & Operaterd OPEN Appraisals ues-Fri 10-6 Repairs 1975 S. Tamiami Trail Venice 'St o.-5 S[ MASTER 493-1911 Closed Sun. & Mon. s EWER APPOINTMENTS .- ,,I. -,.o -.,- I AVAILABLE t~tlr^[ youtHMKV[ Attend a FREE seminar sponsored by.Mentor Corporation to learn more about new and minimally invasive solutions. 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But it remained steadfast to a policy of refusing property tax exemptions for a variety of circumstances allowed by state law, in this case "granny flats" for the elderly. "A North Port commission- er referred this gentleman to me who wanted to build a granny flat," Sarasota County Commissioner Shannon Staub said. "I called him back and explained the county commission usually doesn't give tax exemptions or rebates for things like that." The only optional proper- ty-tax relief county commis- sioners have adopted is an additional $5,000 homestead exemption for seniors with limited incomes. State law allows a break of up to $25,000 for seniors in jurisdic- tions that approve it. Noflood In 2002, voters approved the "granny flats" tax break in a statewide referendum. Rec- ords show that 11 counties - Bay, Brevard, Clay, Dade, Duval, Hillsborough, Leon, Madison, Palm Beach, Sem- inole and Volusia have adopted local measures to grant the exemption. While the law has only been in existence for four years, there is little evidence to date that property owners in the 11 cooperating coun- ties are sending in a flood of applications for granny-flats building permits and tax relief on the home improve- ments. The only county that has experienced a wave of new granny flats is Volusia, with 73. Tied at a distant second are Dade and Hillsborough, with 21 each, while Seminole has 16, Palm Beach 13; all the Memorial y E FISHING Penn 4/0 $1 i6 Q99 With Rod & 50 Lb. Gig Game Mono Line Only Factory Balanced Combo CAMPING Coleman Cooler 28 Qts. Holds 36 Cans Plus Ice Reg. $22.99 Expires 5, /28/06 Now Only$1 77 COOK'S 0lf, SPORTLAND, INC. 0 (1 Mile S. of Jacaranda Blvd.) i 4419 S.Tamiami Tr., S. Venice, FL 34293 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-5:30pm *Tues. & Fri. 9am-8pm Closed Sun. | 493-0025 rest are in single digits. Bay trails the field with one. After she raised the issue at an April 26 county commis- sion meeting, Staub ex- plained, "We've had a struggle just getting our board to look at the concept of granny flats in existing ,Ofe g^ neighbor- hoods. Some commission- ers believe property Patterson owners will use it as an excuse to get away with having another rental unit." On May 9, Staub brought up the granny-flats issue again at a commission meet- ing. "I'm not in favor of it," she said, "but I just wanted to see if this board was willing to Stake a look at it.,It is not a tax- payers' subsidy that'has to be picked up by others." Commissioner Nora Pat- terson said the difficulty for county code enforcement officials would come when a home addition for elderly family members is no longer used for that purpose. "It's really tough to know at what point it stops being a granny flat," she said. Temptation Property-tax exemption measures are politically tempting. Hillsborough County recently pro- vided military 4 .families with financial relief if the head of household served over- Mercier seas for at least 45 days in a calendar year. Sarasota County considered it, but said no. On Jan, 24, the county commission voted 3-2 not to explore property tax breaks of up to $1,500 for military fam- ilies. The issue was raised by Commissioner Paul Mercier, a Vietnam War veteran, and supported by Commissioner David Mills. "This would be strictly for heads of families who are serving in places like Afghan- istan and Iraq," Mercier said. "I've checked through our Veterans Affairs office and with Congresswoman Kath- erine Harris. We're only talk- ing about 50 families." SUMMER TENNIS Membership Specials SINGLE 1st month $49 plus tax $89 plus tax for each additional month FAMILY 1st month $59 plus tax $109 plus Lta for each additional month Rates are available June through September 493-5128 1901 Jacaranda Boulevard. Venice He couldn't muster a third vote. Further evidence that Sarasota County does not easi- ly embrace tax breaks for spe- cial groups is the sporadic debate that dragged on for almost four years over an addi- tional $25,000 senior home- stead exemption for owners with modest incomes who want to keep their homes. Florida law provides a $25,000 homestead exemp- tion for property owners who live at home. In addition, it gives counties and cities an option to approve up to another an $25,000 tax break for seniors. The town of Longboat Key and city of Sarasota do. ,In 2002, the county com- mission reluctantly approved a $5,000 additional property tax break for seniors who have homestead exemptions and report modest earned in- come to the Internal Revenue Service. It has passed up sev- eral opportunities to increase the figure. Enter your own Internet Ad for private party merchandise less than $500 m-mmmR Scott Porter, P.T. Greg B. Miller, P.T. -r yl lRenee Stevens, P.T. 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Pine Street Suite 127. 475-2022 --II, SaraotaCouty Gvermen County Calendar * Acute Care System Task Force of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Stakeholders' Consortium May 30, 9 a.m., Auditorium, Sarasota County Health Department, 1'220 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-2578. * CIT Curriculum Committee of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Stakeholders' Consortium-June 1, 1 p.m., Room 227, Sarasota County Health Department, 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-2558. * Nokomis Center Revitalization Advisory Committee- Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m., Special Public Meeting to discuss changes to Nokomis Center Revitalization Plan, Nokomis Community Center, 234 Nippino Trail, Sarasota. Call 861-5507. * Planning Commission June 1, 6:30 p.m., Commission Chamber, Robert L. Anderson Administration Center, 4000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice. Call 861-6662. * Planning and Outcomes Work Group of the Community Alliance of Sarasota County June 2, 3 p.m. Room 2063, Sarasota County Health Department, 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-2563. * Presentation by John McKnight to the Sarasota Board of County Commissioners and the Sarasota City Commissioners -June 1, noon, First Floor Conference Room, Center for Arts and Humanities, 1226 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Call 365-8751. * PSRC Meeting: PS No. 6227JS Transportation Engineering Services for Bee Ridge Road, June 1, 10 a.m. First Floor Press Room, Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-5266. * Public Workshop on proposed Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Amendments, May 31, 4:30-7 p.m., First Floor Training Room, Sarasota County Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-5140. * RFP Meeting: 6247JT, Comprehensive Study of Land Use Areas Designated As Major Employment Centers June 2, 10 a.m., Room 361, Third Floor,, Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 861-5266. * Seniors Advisory Council Meeting June 1, 3 p.m., The Center for Healthy Aging, Second Floor Conference Room, Campus of Senior Friendship Centers, Inc., 1900 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. Call 861-2564. *Sustainable Communities Workshop June 8-9, 8 a.m., Gulfcoast Florida Girl Scout Council Headquarters, 4780 Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota, Call 861-5000. * Water and Sewer Advisory Committee June 1, 9 a.m., Conference Room 8,1001 Sarasota Center Blvd, Sarasota. Call 861-0561. * Tourist Development Council Film Task Force - May 31, 1-3 p.m., Administration Center, First Floor Commission Chamber, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Call 309-1200 or 955-0991. Sarasota County scgov.net I 941.861.5000 I TV19 Firewise workshop planned Learn to develop community safeguards that reduce wildfire risk and minimize damage should a wildfire occur. Discover elements of planning and developing "firewise" communities in,a free Sarasota workshop 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday, June 15. The event will be held at the Green Meeting Room, Twin Lakes Park Green Building, 6700 Clark Road. Workshop speakers are fire experts representing the City of Palm Coast, Florida Division of Forestry; Sarasota County Emergency Management; and Sarasota County Natural Resources. Planners, developers, builders and homeowner associa- tion representatives, architects and landscape architects, as well as citizens and state and local government representa- tives are invited to attend thle workshop. Event sponsors are Arson Alert, the Cattlemen's Association and Wal-Mart Cattlemen Road. Seating is limited. To register, contact the Sarasota County Call Center at (941) 861-5000 and ask for the Fire- wise Workshop and Deb Zeilman. Hurricane Expo a family affair The sixth annual Sarasota County Hurricane/Flood Pre- paredness Expo will feature activities and educational ,displays for the entire family. The expo takes place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 2-3 at Westfield Sarasota Square Mall. On Saturday, the Junior Meteorologist Challenge will give kids ages 7-11 a chance to do the weather live on SNN6 television. The free event will feature a "virtual hurricane" and hourly door prizes, along with a unit from Sarasota K-9 Search and Rescue, a Bayflite helicopter (on Saturday) and other emergency vehicles, numerous educa- tional displays and aids to safeguard family and home from severe weather, and booths with the latest products to help consumers prepare. Find more information at HurricaneExpo.com. Advisory Council vacancies APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 2, 2006 Advisory Board: Building Code Board of Adjustments & Appeals Information: Cheryl Swenney, Planning & Development Services, 861-6637 APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 16,2006 Advisory Board: General Contractors Licensing & Examining Board Information: Kim Kintz, Development Services, 861-6126. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 16, 2006 Advisory Board: Human Services Advisory Council Information: Claire Alexander, Human Services, 861-2882. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 2, 2006 Advisory Board: Parks Advisory and Recreation Council (P.A.R.C.) Information: Kim Lance, Parks and Recreation, 861-9831. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 16, 2006 Advisory Board: Mechanical Contractors Licensing & Examining Board Information: Kim Kintz, Development Services, 861-6126. APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 8, 2006 Advisory Board: Sarasota Tree Advisory Council Information: Demetra McBride, Urban Forestry, 861-0844. This listing is published weekly by Sarasota County Govemment. Board of CountyCommission agendas are available at www.scgov.net; to subscribe to agenda via e-mail, go to scgov.net/weeklycalendar. For more information, call (941) 861-5000. Fifth Third Bank is Now Open on Saturday! Beginning June 3, 2006, Fifth Third will offer Saturday business hours in both our lobbies and drive-thrus from 9:00am-12:00pm at most locations. Check out the GREAT Rates on our Premium MaxSaver Personal Savings Account! Savings Balance $50,000 and over $10,000 to $49,999 $0 to $9,999 APY 4.35% 4.00% 1.00% Receive a FREE George Foreman Grill When you Open a New Personal Checking Account! Stop in every Saturday for our great offers and convenient service! Fifth Third Bank North Port (941) 423-2258 | Sarasota (941) 365-6568 Venice (941) 485-9000 1 Bradenton (941) 727-2500 *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of 05/27/06. $50 Minimum deposit required to open an account. 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Staub suggested that because changes in the county's zon- ing regulations could take a year or more to adopt, a tem- porary moratorium on the issuance of new building per- mits should be considered to head off more over-sized con- struction. "It's a radical suggestion," she admitted, "but these issues need to be addressed, and we can't do it in six months. If we really want to do something, a moratorium could keep more of these houses from sprouting up. It would only have to be for a short time." County Administrator Jim Ley said a consultant would have to be employed because' building planning and zoning officials are currently over- whelmed with work. "It would take a couple of months to retain one," he said, "and a couple of more before they begin work" There was a brief discus- sion about who should pay the consultant. "We have money budgeted for this type of work," Ley said, "because it was antici- pated we might need it." The commission unani- mously agreed to begin an involved process that could take more than a year. BYJACKGURNEY PELICAN PRESS Longtime Casey- Key resi- dents who have watched their upscale barrier island par- adise get swallowed up by new mega-houses that tower above treetops and crowd up against property lines want Sarasota County to stop the development trend. On Tuesday, the county commission grappled with a request for help from the Casey Key Association and directed administration offi- cials to report back with a plan that could include a new overlay district and more restrictive building codes. "Many residents believe these mega- structures have changed the character of Casey Key," .Commis- sioner ion Thaxton said. "Thev've ask- ed that we Thaxton change ordi- nances to bet- ter capture the spirit of a tno- story rule. New homes out there are now approaching 60 feet in height." Casey Key is almost exclu- sively zoned for single-fat8nil homes. A handful of old motels and duplexes that pre- date regulations are "grandfa- thered" in ordinances, and a conservation district estab- lished by the state prohibits anything new other than homes with guest cottages. In 2004, the county ap- proved new daylight plane "riles for residential construc- don that require a 45-degree daylight plane roof line on homes beginning 25 feet above "prede\velopment" grade, and adopted a special set of them for Casey Key. Flexibility abused Several factors can deter- mine where the predevelop- ment grade begins on con- strucion drawings. On barri- er islands, the grade is usually determined either by man- dated Federal Emergency Management Agency flood elevations or state-mandated elevations. Because Casev Key is di- recdy in the path of high tides and floodwater pushed by hurricane winds, federal guidelines require that new homes be built almost 20 feet in the air. 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Colored gemstones may have been treated, such as by heating, oiling or irradiation. Photos may be enlarged to show detail. Cl ,rlnr ) n R nnr ww I5RI SI r Ilr ONDhln lE IcR COM ii !1 i: i F] 11 i ; I i ' I r t~ -E; ----- I PUBLISHER ROBERT A. VEDDER PHONE: (941) 207-1000 10A SUNDAY, MAY 28,2006 Venice Gondolier Sun OPINION EDITOR BOB MUDGE PHONE: (941) 207-1101 FAX: (941) 484-8460 bmudge@venicegondolier.com www.venicegondolier.com You can take the high school out ofenice, but... You can take the high school out of Venice, but... ant to get a whole city buzzing about something? Print a story about mov- ing its only high school to a new loca- tion after 50 years. News about a meeting at which that pos- sibility was discussed has had tongues wag- ging all over town. And we think that's great. A potential action of this magnitude is one that deserves a thorough airing in public, in settings both formal and informal. This is going to be a tough decision, and whatever the outcome, a lot of people will be unhappy with it, even while acknowledging the logic of the other side. That's why the dis- trict and Gulf Coast Community Foun- dation of Venice is to be commended for starting the process with a communitywide discussion. We hope everyone will partici- pate with an open mind.' Let's get one issue out of the way:.VHS needs to be replaced, whether in its current location or elsewhere. The oldest buildings are decrepit and vermin-infested, while the newer ones, though all right structurally, are not set up to educate students in the 21st century. There are portable classrooms all over the campus, and only the baseball and softball facilities are up to the standards of a top- flight high school. The existence of those facilities, ironically, is one of the reasons to leave the school where it is. They were paid for by booster money, not school board funds, and it's uncertain whether the school district would pay to replicate them on another site. In fact, sports in general is one of the biggest things the island would lose if the school were relocated. VHS has a tradition of sports (and academic) excellence, and con- verging on the campus to cheer on the Indians is one of the highlights of the school year for parents and other residents alike. The city is more than the island, but there's something about the island that just feels more Venice-y than the rest of the city. And having the high school on the island is one of the small-town charms that make people fall in love with this place. Then there are the practical reasons to rebuild. The VHS campus is about 70 acres; a new school might need 100. There just aren't many parcels that size in the area, let alone within city limits, and pulling that much land together would be extremely expensive. Rebuild and you automatically save millions. Further saving comes from having to re- place only those facilities that can't be reha- bilitated or expanded, which can be done at lower cost. That could knock millions more off the bill. But is that what would be best for the stu- dents and the city? Would a partly new, part- ly refurbished school be good enough to pro- vide the education we think our children deserve? And just how important is it for Venice High School to be on the island when only about 100 of its 2,200 students live there? Wouldn't we feel the same attachment to the only high school in the area if it weren't even in the city limits? One thing is certain -7 we wouldn't miss the traffic. The bridges provide occasional frustration, but if you want real gridlock on a regular b4sis, try driving past VHS around 2 p.m. any-school day. Might a location off the island save gas, too? So, what's the best thing to do? It's too early to tell, but you can bet money will be the key. A state-of-the-art school could cost $100 million, and the district doesn't have that kind of money lying around (the extra mill in property taxes we're all paying goes to operations, not capital improvements). In a letter in Friday's paper, developer Mike Miller questioned whether the high school property, valuable as it is, could gen- erate enough revenue.to make relocating the school financially feasible. He doubts it, and we have no reason to doubt him, since he was one of the people making inquiries about doing that, according to a source in the Landings who asked not to be identified. Or it might come down to something more practical. If a deal were struck for a new school elsewhere, it's hard to say which would be the more controversial part: mov- ing the school or developing the property. Either way, the developer who put himself in the middle of it would be in for a firestorm of criticism that would make the Henry Ranch dispute look like a Red Hat luncheon. So don't be surprised ifVHS stays where it is by default. No price tag on community BOB VEDDER COLUMNIST One of the most em subjects to hit Venice the height debate ar ditch" aka the Intra Waterway is what with Venice High Scho thing for certain: this 5 plus school is due rebuilt, or at least sig parts of it. The issues are man ing from some em ones to ones of cost ar some, including w referred to as highere best use" of the propel The emotional one love of the school and t strong support the receives from the corn That comes as no st since a recent audit school showed one strengths to be very community involvement The fact it is in the activity in the com makes that support easier. I am sure the p I am involved with, alo many others at the would not nearly get a hours of attention if it long distance away. This issue for a staunch supporters ol High is simple: It is piece of the downtov should remain that wa tainly can be one court to feel a very em attachment toward integral part of the fa the community. Along with that co memories and the equity of large number community, whether for the football stadium softball and baseball c or other areas. There are also son arguments for mov Maybe the biggest is 1 growth is off the isla most of the kids (I've h more than 90 percent) the island. A new school likely be on land near River Laurel Road, or it m south near The Villa area of 20,000 home built in what is now North Port near MCC. Some say that is logical, while others say that Venice is currently a pretty big school and we will probably need two high schools in the not- too-distant future, so why not keep this one and build a new one? North Port will need S i- another high school and maybe one in the south area could serve both. The carrot for moving is that a developer would do- lotional nate the 75 acres or more that e since is needed to pull this off, id "the maybe even donating some coastal other concessions, let's say a to do performance hall like North ol. One Port has. 50-year- One person involved with to be the high school thought it nificant would only be worthwhile if a developer would give the land y, rang- and pay to build the school. I otional think that is unlikely, but big nd then concessions might be enough hat is of a lure. est and From a construction rty. standpoint, the ability to as are a rebuild the school at its pre- he very sent location should not be school an issue. There is plenty of unity. land to accomplish this. surprise, Riverview is being rebuilt on of the ,significantly less land than of its Venice has, not including.the strong fact there is even more land, ent. made available by building hub of the new elementary school a munity little farther away. much There are several compo- rogram nents of the high.school that ngwith are very new or rebuilt that school, would not have to be done is many and likely there are some that Were a maybe just need refurbishing. Some say traffic would be lot of better by getting the school fVenice buses and kids off the island. a core But that actually might be a wn and reason not to move it. ly. I cer- Most of the school traffic is nted on very early morning or mid- .otional afternoon, when bridges and it as a intersections are not as likely ibric of to be busy. A lot of expensive condos likely would mean a me the lot of cars, maybe traveling e sweat when the rest of the adult rs of the population does. it was It deserves a lot of study. um, the Much would depend on how complex big an offer the district gets and how much each scenario ie good costs, weighed against the ring it. importance of the current that the location to the fabric of our nd and community. .eardit's Unfortunately, when the live off decisions are being made, the school will present locations, y would but importance to the com- Road or munity will not have a dollar eight be value on it. ges, an s being Please see VEDDER, 11A SUN PHOTO BY JEFF TAVARES, jtavares@venicegondolier Venice High School's monument signs are being replaced as part of a multi-million dollar renovation of the school. Community discussions about whether to build a new school on the current site or in a new location will begin later this year. LETTERS FROM OUR o uliI, Remember our vets Monday, every day Mr. ."ures Editor: Memorial Day, May 29, is the day that we in the United States commemorate a special day of observance to honor all the men and women in the armed forces that served our coun- try and sacrificed their lives in wars, so we may continue to live in freedom. During the past few years so many of our young and coura- Sgeous people have died that others too many enjoy the life of freedom. One custom of Memorial Day is to wear the red poppy flower, which reminds us of a poem we knew as children, "In Flanders Fields, the poppies grown beneath the crosses row on row." Wear these paper flowers made by our war veteran, as we listen to the memorial addresses given by military patriots this year. The first memorial address ever delivered in the United States, in honor of soldiers who fought in the Civil War, was delivered in Columbus, Ga., on April 6, 1866, by General J.N. Ramsey. As we perpetuate the memory of the heroic dead of many historic wars and recent wars, take time this Memorial Day and participate in the parades and dedication ceremonies to honor them and their heroism and valor in service to our country. We are to remind them and their families that they did not die in vain, as taps are paid at memorial ceremonies. The grateful people of this nation do remember and are thankful for their sacrifice, particularly at the present time when so many brave men and women of our armed forces in Iraq and elsewhere sacrifice their lives for us. Jean M. Catsakis Chair Commemorative Events Sara De Soto Chapter Sarasota Daughters of the American Revolution Day care center gets past dark days Editor: I would like to say that my child attends Preschool in the Pines, and we're very happy with the care that they pro- vide. As responsible parents, we felt the need to set the record straight. I feel that Preschool in the Pines is not trying to hide the past (they learned from it) and is trying to move forward. Unfortunately, the people responsible aren't the ones that have suffered here. It's the children involved, and the school. In a way, I feel that the paper should focus. on the people involved, not the school. What are those teach- ers and the director who were involved doing now? Find them! There are a lot of wonder- ful people at Preschool in the Pines and I'm sure they would like to be able to focus on the future. The school needs commu- nity support. Young families are moving to the area in search of quality day care for their children. The current staff at the Preschool in the Pines is forthcoming and shares information about the past. The dark cloud needs to be lifted. Our community is not iso- lated and has had its share of dark clouds, as most commu- nities these days. It is the responsibility of this newspa- per to alert the public to the concerns. But I also feel that it is this newspaper's responsibility to praise when things change. Unfortunately, I have not seen praise, only reenacting the past. It is time to let go and move forward. Mrs. D. Burgess Venice Residents deliver the goods to mail carriers Editor: The National Association of Letter Carriers held its 14th annual food drive on May 13. It is the largest one-day food drive in the nation. The Venice and North Port carriers collected 127,967 pounds of food, which ex- ceeded last year's amount of 123,000 pounds. All of this food stays in our area. The nonperishable food items are sorted and stored at All Faiths Food Bank. The lo- cal food pantries are allowed to use it as needed. This year's amount will sustain the food pantries for several months. Megan Owen President NALC Branch 5480 Kudos to a developer who listens Editor: We would like to thank Island Walk developers and their engineers for taking the time to resolve our problem with their wastewater treat- ment locations. We are more than thankful for their decision in relocat- Please see LETTERS, 11A ' SUNDAY. MA 8 06WW.EIEODLERCMVNC ONOIRSN1l LET 'EM HAVE IT! D I SSigned,. 'Trashed' in Nokomis Signed,'Trashed' in Nokomis Nokomis slum. I've lived in the Nokomis-Venice area for 12 years and I understand that I'm in the historic district, which is earmarked for significant improvements in the future. In the historic district are a couple of large waste management dumpsters, which are utilized by the surrounding apartments, duplexes and triplexes. As long as I've lived here these dump- sters have been a chronic eyesore overflowing with garbage and furniture, you name it, stacked around them. The neigh- borhood's been complaining for years and I've complained and all code enforcement says is it's being dealt with, there's already a complaint on file. On rare occasions the spot will be cleaned up but will be the same inside of two weeks. Please wake up, Sarasota, and hold this property owner effectively accountable for the dereliction of their property on the south side of Colonia Lane and Osceola Road in Nokomis. Need to compete. The sub- ject is costly drugs elusive and exclusive. Not complicat- ed at all if you understand that competition and volume bring prices down. Hiding the profits of insurers and drug companies actually delivers higher future drug prices. Government-restrained Medicare had the potential to lower drug -costs through negotiated volume discounts and spreading costs over healthy populations, which now far too many Type D insurers try. None of them is big enough to really negotiate or compete for volume dis- counts and instead restrict pharmacies or legal drug dis- tribution to cover their administration and added profit. More drug restrictions and allocations rather than competition. Needs a spanking. Mayor Calamaras didn't show up for the red hat girls at the Gazebo. All the hoopla with him and with his picture he has a bunch of disappointed red hat girls and he should have his bottom spanked. What a poor showing of our mayor. Early deduction. I was call- ing about utilities. I have all my utilities automatically deducted. Except one, they I are allays deducted on the day they're due or the day before they're due. However, our telephone is always de- ducted about 10 days before it's due. I called and had the date that they deducted changed. They're getting from everyone 10 days' extra mon- ey every month and they're the only utility that does that and I wondered about that. It doesn't seem fair. Out of the box. I think the school board needs to be spending its money more wisely. For example, all the schools now have reading coaches, data coaches. I think that they could contract with some teachers for after-hour duties to tabulate all the information for the data. And the reading coaches, few if any of them are even certified as reading specialists. I think they could hire retired read- ing specialists that are certi- fied to come back to the schools and work park time on reading. I think they need to start thinking out of the box and not rewarding people for who they know and every- thing for these positions. Unprofessional. There seems to be a lack of profes- sionalism at Sarasota County Jail. Many of the correctional officers aren't very in tune to professionalism, being abu- sive regarding food being served and inmates that are being housed there. I find it truly atrocious that they can even go there. Asinine. I will not renew your pitiful paper. Your artist is the most offensive idiot I've ever seen. What is this sup- posed to mean? What is it supposed to mean when you say, skeeterr up some vittles?" That is asinine. Nobody, South Carolina or not, talks like that. And 'I do believe most Southerners know eat from ate or fixin' to ate. That is pitiful. I'm done with you. No tolls. I'm calling in re- sponse to the question, should there be toll lanes on I- 75. No, there should not be toll lanes on 1-75, it is not nec- essary. They don't have them on 1-95 on the east coast where the traffic is much heavier, and the taxpayers in the federal government have already paid for 1-75. New road. No, there should not be toll lanes on 1-75, it would only tie up traffic more. The best thing to do would be to build a new toll road between Tampa and Naples, east of 1-75. LET 'EM HAVE IT The Let'em Have It line allows readers to sound off on issues of local interest. Opinions expressed here are solely those of the callers. 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Venice 20 1 Center Road Venice, 1-T 34285 (941) 497-6660 Island of Venice 270 S. Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34285 (941) 488-6660 1 4 cnommnity National Banki LETTERS from Page 6A ing the treatment facility. It was very hospitable of them to listen to our concerns. Clint and Jan Sears Venice VEDDER romn Page6A The argument that land should be used at its highest and best use is one advanced by people who mostly, care about tax implications. Dr. Norris has acted quick- ly to make the campus better. Right now millions are being spent on a large variety of projects at the school: new parking lots, new landscap- ing, upgraded science facili- ties, new carpeting, new signs and new paint, all going on at the same time. This will even make us more proud of this important part of our community. One would think with all that is being done, that VHS is not moving. If it does, we wasted a lot of money. I feel that there will be an in-depth study we should all participate in. By's Crack: The new club in town is very trendy. Its facilities are divided into smoking, nonsmoking and nicotine patch sections. If the project gets approval, the back of the Venice Gondo- lier Sun's printing plant will become one huge mural done by Colleen Henry, a very tal- ented local artist. My goal in this project is to depict the history ofVenice by the major things that.have made up the history of our community. The Sports Hall of Fame banquet is Thursday at Bo- gey's. It is a wonderful event to recognize people who have made significant athletic con- Did snowbirds sneak back to cause accidents? Editor: After reading about five crashes on Interstate 75 in an eight-hour period and 15- mile stretch, I couldn't help but wonder if a bunch of snowbirds returned during tributions to Venice, as an athlete, a coach or a support- er of programs. This year they will honor Coach Brian Wheatley, who took his volleyball team to this year's state champi- onship; Lou Giovanni, whose softballl honors including being in the U.S. Softball Hall of Fame; Bert Miller, for all his contributions to Little League and Pop Warner. I hope you can make it. Tickets are $60, with food catered by the Crow's Nest - what a feast. All proceeds go to the Rotary Futures Pro- gram at Venice High School. You can call Mark at Bogey's, 488-9156, or Kim at Rotary Futures at 480-3178. The Memorial Day parade is at 10 a.m. It is a time to remember those who have given so much to protect our freedoms. Today's Ism: An ounce of willpower is worth a pound of fat. Brad Baker sent me a copy Brad Baker sent me a copy the night to cause all those accidents. We all know that they cause all the accidents in this area during the winter months. Ralph Westerkamp Englewood of a page out of Builder maga- zine that had an article about Myers Park, Charlotte, N.C., that was designed by John Nolen almost 100 years ago. It indicated that his forward design was still popular today, as witnessed by the populari- ty of this area. Many of you have read about the two high school girls, Chloe and Katie, seriously injured in an SUV that flipped over many times. Both girls are still hospitalized, although Chloe is close to being released. Katie Matthews has along road to recovery. There have been a lot of fundraisers to help.these girls. There was a barbecue on Friday at Kmart, and Sunday you can get your car washed at the Pit Stop on the island from noon to 4. Bumper sticker: Now that you are kissing my bumper, do you want to get married? RobertA. 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She was an administrative assis- tant with the Arlington Police Department and Arlington Town Hall. She was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Venice and various groups within the church. She was also a volunteer with the St. Mark's Thrift Shop. Survivors include two sons, William "Bill" of Venice and Robert of Arlington; a daughter, Judith Mitton of Ocala, Fla.; two sisters, Mar- ian Thies of Venice and Jean Shilling of the Cayman Is- lands; a brother, Stanley Crocker of Sebastian, Fla.; six grandchildren; and one great- grandchild. Services: A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church Wednesday, May 31, at 1 p.m. Interment will be in the St. Mark's Episcopal Church Memorial Garden. Ewing Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Contributions: Memorial dona- tions may be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 517 S. Nassau St., Venice 34285. Brother Alois O'Toole Brother Alois (Donald) O'Toole of Venice died Thurs-. day, May 25, 2006. He was 90. He was born on Dec. 18, 1915, in Worcester, Mass. He was a religious teacher for 50 years; for 17 years he taught in East Africa. He graduated from Catholic University in Washington, D.C., with a bachelor's degree and from Fordham University in New York with a master's degree. He moved to Venice eight years ago from Milton, Mass. He was a parishioner of Epiphany Cathedral. Survivors include a sister, Dorothy McLaughlin of South Yarmouth, Mass., and a bro- ther, George ofGrafton, Mass. Services: A memorial service will be held in Massachusetts at a later date. Interment will be in Danvers, Mass. Ewing Funeral Home is in charge of arrange- ments. Kathryn M. Zaccaro Kathryn Marie Zaccaro of Venice died Thursday, May 25, 2006. She was 69. She was born Dec. 29, 1936, in Amityville, N.Y, and graduated from Queen of the Rosary Academy in Amity- ville. She was administrative assistant to the dean of the Natural & Health Sciences Department and assistant to the registrar of St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laur- inburg, N.C. She moved to Venice five years ago. She was a member of Epiphany Cathedral, Venice Isle Classy Ladies (Red Hat Society), the Venice Beach Sunset Club and the Venice Isle Bocce Club. Survivors include her hus- band of 50 years, Clement; two sons, Frank of Brandon, Fla., and Michael of Laurin- burg; a daughter, Patricia Harris of Treasure Island, Fla.; and a sister, Joan Hoffman of NewYork. Services: A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, June 2, at Ewing Funeral Home. Contributions: Memorial dona- tions may be made to TideWell Hospice & Palliative Care, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, 34238; the American Cancer Society, South Sarasota/DeSoto Unit, 2801 Fruitville Road, Suite 250, Pen West Park, Sarasota, 34237; or to the Suncoast Humane Society, 6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood, 34224. POLICE BEAT Venice Police Department arrest Michael A. Ganey, 60, 1200 block Sleepy Hollow Road, Venice. Charge: domes- tic battery. Bond: no listing. Sarasota County Sheriffs Office arrests Dennis A. May, 49, 100 block Clemson Road, Venice. Charge: leaving the scene of an accident with injuries; also held on a Manatee County warrant. Bond: $10,000. Csaba B. Kosza, 47, 100 Granada Blvd., Warm Mineral Springs. Charges: possession of cocaine three counts, possession of drug parapher- nalia (two counts). Bond: $3,240. Todd B. Wade, 22, 100 block Altair Road, Venice. Charge: driving while license suspended. Bond: $250. Cherie L. Goff, 44, 100 block Granada Blvd., Warm Mineral Springs. Charge: pos- session of drug parapherna- lia. Bond: $120. Lawrence A. Ferguson, 23, 700 block Stewart St., Englewood. Contempt dri- ving while license suspended. Bond: $2,000. Leonard A. Maxon, 24, 500 block Albee Farm Road, Venice. Charge: probation violation trespass. bond: $5,000. Tonya L. Spaulding, 23, no street address. Charge: contempt no valid driver license. Bond: $500. Hurricane sales tax holiday continues LaMorte waiting to learn his fate BY TOMMY MCINTYRE STAFF WRITER James LaMorte Sr., an ex- teacher and a convicted child molester, still does not know how he will spend the rest of his life. "We are waiting for the judge to decide," a spokes- woman in the prosecutor's office said late Friday. "I do not know whether his pre- sentence report is complete, we have not seen it." LaMorte, 63, a former Venice High School coach, pleaded guilty last month to sexually abusing a student 25 years ago, will be sentenced by Sarasota County Circuit Judge Andrew Owens. He faces a maximum of 30 years in prison, according to assistant state attorney Dawn Buff. She said she had not decided whether to push for the maximum sentence. "However, I certainly will be arguing for a substantial amount of time," Buff said after the plea. In a move that even took prosecutor Dawn Buff by sur- prise, Lamorte pleaded guilty hours before his trial was scheduled to start on April 10. "He pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault and battery on a victim over 12 years old by a person in cus- todial authority," LaMorte's attorney Martin Hernandez said earlier, "and no contest to 'another count of sexual assault by a person in custo- dial authority, and one count of a lewd and lascivious act in the presence of a child under 16 years old." Hernandez said LaMorte waited until the last minute to plead in order to preserve his rights of appeal. He said LaMorte was, "just letting the judicial process run its course." LaMorte's $100,000 bond was continued. Wired The allegations against LaMorte surfaced in early 2005 after five men, now adults, came forward and gave statements to police. LaMorte, according to investigators' reports, made "some admissions" and "apologized" to the alleged victims. The admissions reportedly came when a victim's friend consented to wear a "wire" and confront LaMorte. The conversation took place at a local park earlier this year and was monitored by investiga- tors. You can e-mail Tommy Mclntyre at: tmcintyre @venicegondolier.com. BROUGHT TO YOU BY. Sunline A division of Sun Coast Media Group. Inc., publishers of the Sun Herald Newspapers , A 12-day sales tax holiday for hurricane preparedness runs through June 1. During this period, mer- chants will not charge sales tax on hurricane prepared- ness items if the merchandise does not exceed a maximum value. This list includes items ... such as flashlights- and-port-. able, self-powered light sources; portable radios, two- way radios and weather-band radios; gas or diesel fuel con- tainers; portable generators; and storm shutter devices. This sales tax holiday does not apply to clothing, books or school supplies. 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Bankruptcies The following havefiled petitions with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District in Tampa. SARASOTA COUNTY Kimberly E. Gaona, 252 Algiers Drive, Venice. May 11. Chapter 7. 06-02276. Michelle Lannette Lewis, 445 W. Perry St., Englewood. May 11. Chapter 7. 06-02261. Patricia S. Morgan, 5501 Brassy Circle, North Port. May 16. Chapter 7. 06-02346. Rosemary Pascoe, 1030 Albee Farm Road, Room 114, Venice. May 11. Chapter 7.06- 02277. Mark Scruggs, 325 Sorrento St., Venice. May 16. Chapter 7. 06-02347. Judy A. Sutterfield, 3007 Dogwood Road, Venice. May 12. Chapter 7. 06-02292. Richard Tudhope, PO. Box 595, Laurel. May 16. Chapter 7.06-02354. CHARLOTTE COUNTY Marie L. Gibbs, 25381 Narwhal Lane, Punta Gorda. May 12. Chapter 13.06-02306. Cheryl L. Krejci, 10215 Waterford Ave., Englewood. May 16. Chapter 7. 06-02343. Jeffrey Lauffer, 240 Mentel Terrace, Port Charlotte. May 16. Chapter 7. 06-02344. Jeremy Michael Patterson, 21507 Landis Ave., Port Charlotte. May 11. 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Coaches: Craig Faulkner, Jeff Callan, Jose Velez, Brendan Curco. B TEAM Andy Speth, Joey Gaither, Don Petigo, Tommy Haskett, Jake Brandenberger, Brent Krauss, Ryan Krauss, Don Albert, Tommy Hanks, Derek Rose, Alex Stivers, Joey lorio, Michael Geers, Kyle Collison. Coaches: Joe Komaroskie, Graig Smith, Andrew Tilka, Bill Schneeloch, Wayne Skelton. The way the Venice High baseball team was playing at the end of the season can only leave Indian fans anx- ious for more. Venice loses a few key play- ers from this year's 17-13 dis- trict champion and region semifinalist team, but there is an awful lot of talent coming back. Coaches Craig Faulkner, Jeff Callan, Joe Komaroskie, Brendan Curcio and Jose Velez will stay busy will the nucleus of next year's team during summer ball. Expect a banner season in 2007. , Meanwhile, the Venice High program officially kissed goodbye to the 2006 season with a banquet this past Tuesday night at the Venice Italian-American Club. Players, coaches, parents and fans enjoyed the tradi- tional Italian feast put on by the folks at the IAC. The were speeches, tributes and awards handed out after- wards. Following the introduction of the junior varsity and varsi- ty came the presentation of special awards. The 2006 Most Valuable Player Award was senior Jeremie Cook. He batted lead- off and hit a healthy .333. Cook scored a team high 30 SUN PHOTOS BY CLAUDE LEWIS Venice High varsity baseball special award winners show off their plaques following last Tuesday night's season ending banquet at the Italian-American Club. From left are Joe Salomone (Indian Award), Jeremie Cook (MVP), Jordan Lucas (Best Offense), Ryan Anderson (Best Pitcher); Brett Holte (Best Defense) and Trevor Pelletier (Grinder and Academic). runs. He was also a standout on the mound. His 4-1 record was tops on the Indians. Cook was a team leader to boot. Best Offense Award went to junior shortstop Jordan Lucas, who led the team with a .402 batting average. Cool hand "Luke" tied for team lead in home runs (three) and RBIs (19). Lucas, who was hurt for a portion of the sea- son, also pitched. Best Defense Award was garnered by senior Brett Holte, who was a jack-of-all- trades playing behind the plate, first base, third base and outfield. Holte also pitched relief and had a low 1.13 ERA. Holte batted a hefty .345 with solid RBI produc- tion. Best Pitcher Award went to junior Ryan Anderson, a left- hander who was most effec- tive of Indian hurlers. Anderson led the team in ERA (0.94) and strikeouts (39) and was tied for team lead in wins (4-2). The. Indian Award was earned by senior catcher/in- fielder Joe Salomone. Salo- mone, who lost his father Bill during the season, was among the leaders in several offensive categories. He was the ultimate team player. The Grinder Award for set- ting an example through hard work and leadership went to. junior outfielder Trevor Pelletier. Although losing a chess match to assistant coach Jose Velez in just four moves, Pelletier was brilliant enough to garner the tean's Aca- demic Award. Scholarship Awards went to Holte and Salomone. i1 i ; 'I *Ci C, I FINAL 2006 VHS BASEBALL STATS HITTING Jordan Lucas Nate Ruben Brett Holte Joe Salomone Jeremie Cook Trevor Pelletier Jordan Wean Jason Kaufman Travis Weatherholt Bradley Schmehl Mike Atamanchuk Ryan Anderson Pete Hernandez Ricky Steranko Chris Atamanchuk Danny Martini Josh Struble AVG. .402 .400 .345 .341 .333 .302 .295 .294 .278 .240 .239 .238 .229 .167 .100 .100 .067 RUNS- Cook 30, Salomone 23, Lucas 21, Holte 17, Pelletier 17, M. Atamanchuk 10. RBIs Salomone 19, Lucas 19, Holte 17, Hernandez 13, Wean 10. HOME RUNS Lucas 3, Holte 3, Cook 1, Hernandez 1. DOUBLES Lucas 11, Salomone 8, Holte 7, Hernandez 3. PITCHING Ryan Anderson Brett Holte Jason Kaufman Josh Struble Jeremie Cook Jordan Lucas Trevor Pelletier W-L ERA 4-2 0.94 1-1 1.13 3-1 2.12 3-2 2.87 4-1 3.50 1-1 3.50 0-3 7.00 INNINGS PITCHED Kaufman 36.3, Cook 34, Struble 31.6, Anderson 29.6, Holte 18, Lucas 16, Pelletier 13. STRIKEOUTS Anderson 39, Kaufman 36, Cook 33, Holte 30, Lucas 24. VENICE HIGH BASEBALL INDIVIDUAL RECORDS 1999-2006 HITTING BATTING AVERAGE (Minimum 85 plate appearances) 1. Rich Carroll (1999) .540 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) .500 3. Brian LaNinfa (2000) .442 4. AJ. Hiner (2002). 429 5. AJ. Hiner (2004). 422 6. Tim Orlosky (2001) .404 7. Jordan Lucas (2006) 8. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 9. Brian LaNinfa (2001) 10. Tim Orlosky (2000) HITS 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 47 2. Brian LaNinfa (2000) 42 3. AJ. Hiner (2002) \ 39 3. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 39 5. Brian'LaNinfa (2001) 38 6. Steve Heuss (2000) 37 6. Tim Orlosky (2000) 37 6. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 37 9. Tim Orlosky (2001) 36 10. AJ. Hiner (2004) 35 RUNS BATTED IN 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 39 2. Brian LaNinfa (2000) 37 3. Chris Pope (1999) 34 4. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 33 5. Brian LaNinfa (2002) 30 6. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 26 7. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 26 8. Arnold Hughey (2001) 25 9. Mike Matthews (2001) 24 9. Steve Klinge (2000) 24 DOUBLES 1. Brian LaNinfa (2000) 18 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 13 3. Jordan Lucas (2006) 11 4. Brian LaNinfa (2001) 10 4. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 10 4. Chris Pope (1999) 10 7. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 9 8. AJ. Hiner (2003) 8 8. Alex Gulick (2004) 8 8. Jordan Lucas (2005) 8 8. Matt Kindell (2005) 8 8. Joe Salomone (2006) 8 5. Tim Orlosky (2000) 11 5. Graig Smith (2004) 11 7. AJ. Hiner (2002) 10 7. Lyle Derby (2003) 10 9. Cosimo Fragomeni (2002) 9 10. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 8 ON BASE PERCENTAGE 1. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) .692 2. Rich Carroll (1999) .687 3. AJ. Hiner (2004) .575 4. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) .552 5. Brian LaNinfa (2000) .550 6. AJ. Hiner (2002) .526 7. Tim Orlosky (2001) .514 8. Brian LaNinfa (2001) .496 9. Brian LaNinfa (2000) .495 10. Brian LaNinfa (2002) .491 WALKS 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 37 2. Brian LaNinfa (2002) 28 3. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 21 3. AJ. Hiner (2004) 21 3, Brian LaNinfa (2000) 21 6. Josh Sinibaldi (2002) 18 6. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 18 8. Brian Manjuck (2000) 17 8. Tim Orlosky (2000) 17 10. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 16 10. AJ. Hiner (2001) 16 SLUGGING PERCENTAGE 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 1.30 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) .885 3. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) .726 4. Jordan Lucas (2006) .695 5. Mike Matthews (2000) .667 6. Brian LaNinfa (2000) .663 6. Tim Orlosky (2001) .663 8. Brian Manjuck (2000) .630 9. Brian LaNinfa (2001) .571 10. Adam Pavkovich (2000) .567 5. Arnold Hughey (1999) 8 6. Shawn Witte (2002) '6:' 6. Dan Giuffrida (2004) 6 8. Dom Fragomeni (2000) 5 8. Rich Carroll (1999) 5 ... 8. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 5 8. Brian Mastin (2003) 5 8. Brian Mastin (2004) 5 ERA 1. Arnold Hughey (2001) 0.82 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 0.90 3. Dan Giuffrida (2004) 1.27 4. Dan Schwarz (2002) 1.90 5. Greg Koehler (2005) 1.91 6. Dan Giuffrida (2003) 2.03 7. Dom Fragomeni (2000) 2.06 8. Shawn Witte (2002) 2.12 9. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 2.17 10. Jeff Balser (1999) 2.21 STRIKEOUTS 1. Arnold Hughey (2001) 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 3. Jeff Balser (1999) 4. Arnold Hughey (2000) 5. Arnold Hughey (1999) 6. Jeremy Fortner (2000) 7. Greg Koehler (2005) 8. Dan Giuffrida (2004) 9. Jim Christensen (2002) 10. Dan Schwarz (2002) IrIglSPRITCHED,^,n.i ^ ,1. Arnold Hughey (2001) 102 2. Arnold Hughey (1999) 75 3. SteveStrausbaugh (2004) 70 4. Jeff Balser (1999) 69.6 5. Shawn Witte (2002) 69.3 6. Arnold Hughey (2000) 64 7. Dan Giuffrida (2004) 55 8. Dan Schwarz (2002) 51.6 8. Dan Giuffrida (2003) 51.6 8. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 51.6 COMPLETE GAMES 1. Arnold Hughey (2001) 2. Jeff Balser (1999) 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 4. Arnold Aughey (1999) 4. Rich Carroll (1999) 4. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 7. Shawn Witte (2002) 7. Dan Giuffrida (2003) SAVES 1. Brian Mastin (2003) 2. Brett Holte (2006) 2. Joel Schmehl (2005) S 2. Arnold Hughey (2001) 2. Dom Fragomeni (2000) 2. Brian Mastin (2004) 7. Jim Christensen (2002) 7. Jeremy Fortner (2000) 7. Dan Giuffrida (2004) TRIPLES 1. Brian Manjuck (1999) 2. Rich Carroll (1999) 3. Jason Staszewski (2005) HOME RUNS 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 2. Chris Pope (1999) 3. Steve Klinge (2000) 4. Brian Manjuck (2000) 4. Mike Matthews (2000) 4. Steve Strausbaugh (2003) 4. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) RUNS 1. Rich Carroll (1999) 2. Adam Pavkovich (2000) 3. Tim Orlosky (2000) 4. Steve Huess (2000) 4. Tim Orlosky (2001) 4. AJ. Hiner (2004) 7. Jeremie Cook (2006) 8. Brian LaNinfa (2001) 9. Graig Smith (2004) 10. AJ. Hiner (2002) PITCHING STOLEN BASES Jack Dundas, member of the Venice Sports Hall of Fame, hands out the Indian Award to senior Joe Salomone at Tuesday's banquet. 1.AJ. Hiner (2004) 2. Brian Manjuck (1999) 3. Brian Manjuck (2000) 4. Nat Derby (2003) 1. Arnold Hughey (2001) 2. Steve Strausbaugh (2004) 3. Arnold Hughey (2000) 4. Jeff Balser(1999) Venice High head baseball coach Craig Faulkner, right, poses with 2006 Indian Most Valuable Player Jeremie Cook following Tuesday night's season ending awards banquet at the Italian Baseball signs off on 2006, looks to 2007 BY CLAUDE LEWIS SPORTS EDITOR WINS STA;TI&'I.l -'UINIfLA MV IVIM T /0, LU WWW.VEIEOOIRCVNCENDLRSN County Cup to start up Wednesday The annual Sarasota County Cup will begin Wed- nesday night at Twin Lakes Park in east Sarasota. All Venice Little League Major League teams are par- ticipating in the double-loss elimination tournament. Teams from Sarasota, North Port and Englewood are also in the event. Seven VLL teams will be playing opening night. At 5:30 p.m., Sertoma will play the Sarasota Cardinals; A.G. Edwards takes on the Sarasota Reds; and the Dentists will tackle the Sara- sota Twins. At 7:30 p.m., Kiwanis plays the Lions in an in-house game; Babe's Hardware plays the Sarasota Reds; and the Lawyers play Lemon Bay Funeral Home out of Eng- lewood. Twin Lakes Park is located off Clark Road east of 1-75. : The championship game is slated for June 15. Car wash for Chloe and Katie The Venice Velocity girls basketball program is holding a car wash Sunday to benefit Katie Matthews and Chloe West. All of the proceeds will be donated to the families to help defray medical expens- es. It will take place from noon-4 p.m. at Pit Stop Auto Shop on the island of Venice, 913 Tamiami Trail. Weekly tennis camps at Venice High S A series of weekly summer youth tennis camps called "Tennis in Venice" will begin Tuesday and run through June at the new Venice High hardcourts. It is for kids 8-18 - all levels of play. Each weekly session will run Tuesday through Friday. Tennis in Venice will focus on fundamnenals,. -technklue- 0 F "" '" "'. ,,' U F and fun. It will be run by Cliff Vines and Wayne Robertson. Vines has coached 30 years at the college and high school level. Robertson is the Venice High boys tennis coach. To sign up, call either Rob- ertson (716-3225) or Vines (391-1569). Kids' Summer Beach Runs in Venice and Siesta Key Summer is right around the corner, and Sarasota County Parks and Recreation is once again holding free Kids' Summer Beach Runs. The events are offered at two locations Siesta Beach at the main pavilion, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key; and Venice Beach at the Venice Mu- nicipal Pier, 1600 Harbor Drive, Venice. Siesta Beach Runs are held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., May 30 through Aug. 1. No run will be held Tuesday, July 4. Venice Beach Runs are held everyWednesday at 6:30 p.m., May 31 through Aug. 2. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. at both locations. The Beach Runs are 1-mile runs. When kids complete four runs, they will receive a free T- shirt. The four runs can all be completed all the same loca- tion or at any combination of the two beaches. All runners win a ribbon and a free ice- pop each time they run. The annual Kids' Summer Beach Runs are an ideal way for kids to get some exercise and have fun at the same time. For moms and dads, the events offer a chance to enjoy the beach, play with the kids and meet other parents. Kids' Summer Beach Runs are sponsored by New Bal- ance Sarasota, Manasota Track Club, Sharky's on the Pier, the Siesta Key. Asso- ciation, Capital Properties and Services Inc., Stewart Tennis Inc. and Howell Con- struction. o ;'vvra For more information con- tact the Sarasota County Call Center at 861-5000 and ask about Kids' Summer Beach Runs. Volleyball, hoops camp for girls starts Tuesday There's still time to get into the annual School's Out Sports Camp the only full day sports camp specializing in both girls volleyball and basketball at the same time in town. It is open for area girls in elementary and middle school (8-14 years old). It will be held May 30 June 2 at the beautiful Pine View School in Osprey. Hours each day are 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. A hot lunch is includ- ed. The directors of the camp are the legendary "rat pack" - Gary Halbert, Cayll Smith and Joe DiGiacomo. Together, they guided the' Venice High girls basketball team to the state finals in 2005. For more information, call 928-3433 or 232-5626. Sports Hall of Fame banquet Thursday night The fourth annual induct- ment ceremonies to the Venice Sports Hall of Fame will take place Thursday, June 1, at Bogey's Restaurant, 652 E. Venice Ave. The Class of 2006 includes Lou Giovanini, Bert Miller and Brian Wheatley. They will join 13 others already voted into the "Hall." Seats are still available. The cost is $60 per person. Cent- erpiece sponsorship costs $100. An inductee sponsor is $250. A table sponsor is $600. The banquet will begin at 6:30 p.m.. To reserve a seat, call the Rotary Futures Program at Venice High (488-6726) or Mark Costanzo at Bogey's (488-9156). . I I < -U > ,ri :' l J, .- Scullers: 8 medals at Southeast Championships The Sarasota Scullers row- ing team competed at the 2006 Southeast Youth Rowing Championships held at the By-Pass Canal in Tampa on May 13-14. The Scullers were entered in 12 races and brought home eight- medals. Winning Gold were the Women's Light- weight 1X (Elle Hebert) and the Men's Quad (Ryan Thompson, David Thorne, Brian Hausherr and Steve Pitchford). Taking Silver were the' Men's JV4+ (Ryan Brown, Alex Cartlidge, Trent Cristiani, Chris Lampkin and coxswain- Ben Kirsch), Women's JV4+ (Sydny Bouwman, Dylaney Bouwman, Michelle Osorio, Brooke DeLarange, and cox- swain- Sally Furtick), Wom- en's 2X. (Shannon Sims and Gabby Ors) and Women's 2X- B (Sara Bone and Ellie Bloom), ' SWinning Bronze were the Women's Lightweight IX (Sarah, Lord) and Women's Quad (Erika Wenzke, Alexis Jaffer, Kati Corp and Allie Buckman). Scullers land champion rowerfor summer camps Former world champion rower Dan Udeanu of Ro- mania will be a guest coach at this year's Sarasota Scullers summer camps. Udeanu, who was recruited by head coach Dragos AlexAlexandru, won two gold medals at the World Rowing Champion- ships in Scotland at the age of 17 and one gold at the Nation's Cup in loannina, Greece, when he was 19. Now 27, Udeanu went on to win nine Romanian na- tional titles as a senior athlete (over 23), before becoming a coach there. Sarasota Scullers head coach Alexandru is a former Romanian national champi-, ''-' C . on who coached for the men's and women's Olympic teams there before moving to the United States. Alexandru notes of Udeanu, "We've both been a product of the same school of rowing, and he is catching up fast on the American system. These kids will have a world rowing champion for a coach this summer." The Sarasota Scullers camps are open to all middle and high school youth in Sarasota County who would like to learn to row. The camps are designed to allow maximum instruction time on the water, and to expose participants to both sweeping and sculling techniques in double, quad and eight-per- 'son boats. The two-week' sessions, which begin on June 5 and June 19, run from 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Fri- day. The last morning of each session, campers will com- pete in a mini-regatta to demonstrate their skills. For more information about the camps or the Sara- sota Scullers Youth Rowing Program, call 966-2244 or visit sarasotascullers.org. Scullers: 3 golds at state - The Sarasota Scullers Row- ing team competed at the Florida State Youth Champ- ionship Regatta on Saturday, April29, in Tampa. The Scullers made it into the Championship Finals for nine out of 10 entries. They finished with three first place trophies and a total of five medals. Winning the Jon Thaxton Cup was the Women's 4X of Erika Wenzke, Alexis Jaffer, Kati Corp and AUie Buckman. The Men's 4X of Ryan Thompson, Brian Hausherr, David Thorne and Steve Pitchford took the second tro- phy of the day and the Women's Lightweight 4+ con- sisting of Taylor Hicklin, Nina Morgan, Amie Martell, Stephanie Martell, and cox- swain, Chris Hansen won the Blackburn Point Cup, our third trophy. The silver medal winner was the Women's Freshman 4+ of Gabby Ors, Sydny Bouwman, Kate Moran, Shannon Sims and coxswain Sally Furtick. The Bronze medal winner was the Men's Freshman 4+ of Ryan Brown, Alex Cartlidge,' Vince Dale, Chris Lampkin and coxswain Lily Ponitz. Scullers participating in Leam to Row Day The Sarasota Scullers will be holding their Open House/Leam to Row Day at Blackburn Point Park, 800 Blackburn Point Rd., Osprey from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, June 10. Those unable to attend National Learn to Row Day but are interested in learning more about the sport, please check out the Web site at sara sotascullers.org or call us at 966-2244. Sarasota Crew excels Sarasota Crew capped off an outstanding sprint season by winning four state cham- pionship trophies at the 41st FSRA State Championship Regatta held in Tampa. Thirty-three teams from around the state, both clubs and schools, competed for trophies. The winning team keeps the trophy for the year and then defends it the following year: nine different high schools. For more information about Sarasota Crew, call 966- 9791. 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MAY 28,2006 WWWw.VENltEGONDOLIER.COM S- i.'% -. -Y lJ m I IWater board looks to cINIreate mor cln Water board looks to create more unity BY BOB REDDY STAFFWRITER External and internal forces are guiding the Peace River/Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority in the direction of regionalism. A special board workshop looked at how the authority would develop a strategic plan, and the group agreed to have each county's staff work together in developing one. The staffs in four counties - Sarasota, Charlotte, DeSo- to and Manatee will ana- lyze what would happen if the authority had a unitary plan for doing business. Lance deHaven-Smith, a consultant hired by the au- thority to act as a facilitator for the bigger discussion, offered the concept of developing a unitary regional system. Such a system addresses the ideas of exclusivity, con- nectivity, coverage and com- munality and how they work together to benefit the group, as a whole rather than giving an advantage to one member over the other. Sarasota County Com- missioner Shannon Staub said she believed the meeting was the first step to "figuring out what we actually want the water authority to be and Where we want to go individ- ually to help get us where we want to go." She added that the plan- ning would start the process of defining the future of the authority. 'At least we've got every- thing on the table," Staub said. Disadvantaged Charlotte County Com- missioner Adam Cummings said he was willing to consid- er anything to improve the way the authority did busi- ness now and in the future, "but the issues that have been ,raised by me and Charlotte County as a whole need to be addressed." Those issues include a fair dealing with each of the four members of the authority. Cummings said that since before he joined the board, the authority has been mak- ing "recommendations (that) consistently come out to the disadvantage of Charlotte County where we have to come out and say'no.' " He hoped the ultimate result of the exploration into changing the system would be that everyone is treated as a peer and a partner. He was skeptical, though, saying that Manatee County - which does not buy any water from the authority - would never be a peer because it will always be a supplier of water. S"There is no way this can work out where everyone is equal," Cummings said. Staub suggested Cum- mings might have a point, but the tide was changing. "Each deal works for and against everyone in different ways," she said. Staub added that there would be a number of serious decisions to make in the near future. Big picture While the unitary system is what is ideally hoped for the authority, with each munici- pality owning its own water operations, a hybrid system could before practical. The county administrators will look at new resources and acquisitions and related is- sues. "We are trying to stay with the big picture," Staub said. The administrators will show the board the positive and negative impacts on each county and what each option for joint efforts would mean. The idea of regionalism and a unitary plan is being discussed now because the rules for receiving money each county receives for wat- er projects recently changed. According to the changes imposed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, all projects thai seek new water sources should have a regional component. That means theywill need the approval of the water author- ity to get Swiftmud's financial support. County to discuss island renourishment BY GAVIN OFF next month's presentation. ASSISTANT ENGLEWOOD EDITOR "It's really widely, widely spread," Wreford said. "It runs More than 240 Manasota the whole gamut." Key residents responded to a County commissioners Sarasota County beach res- asked staff to investigate toration survey that asked beach replenishment options homeowners ifthey're interest- last year after they rejected a ed in a replenishment project. proposal to build a 2,000- The surveys, mailed to 470 foot-long seawall on the key. homes, will be presented to Last September, 17 home- commissioners at a June 6 owners from 8000 Manasota meeting. Commissioners will Key Road to 8210 Manasota then decide whether to move Key Road sought a variance to forward with a beach restora- install a sheet-pile steel bulk- tion project for the key.' head to protect their homes LairdWreford, the county's from beach erosion. coastal resource manager, According to a county staff said he was pleasantly sur- report, bulkheads protect up- prised by the survey's high land property, but could response rate, about 52 per- harm "coastal processes, cent. Usually, response rates shoreline stability, neighbor- to such surveys are about 25 ing properties, lateral public percent. pedestrian access, sea turtle Wreford said the responses nesting beach and coastal included comments both hammock habitat." strongly against and strongly Wreford said the areas in favor of a replenishment most in need of beach res- project. toration sit just south of Staff members will now Manasota Beach and north of corpile the=.wi'B0s6nseJ.- or.-r.Mll.ddle.jBeach.:-. ._ .,_.:,. 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If commissioners delay the vote or vote against the pro- ject, beach-front property owners could be forced to move their homes back, away from the beach. "We obviously have a con- cern if we have a serious storm," he said. "To me, (the replenishment project) is a good solution." But even if the project gets the go-ahead next month, it could be thiee years before the designs and permits are completed and sand is pumped onto the beaches. Matt said islanders are probably aware of the key's erosion problem, but said some don't want to pay for its remedy., There is currently no size, cost or design associated with the reno urishment project. A county-hired consultant would work out those details if the board elects to continue with the plan. To protect against rapid erosion, the' replenished beaches should measure at least a mile long, Wreford said. He said if the project does not include a beach with public access, the county and local residents likely through a taxing district - would cover the costs without state participation. The county's,$11.4 million south Siesta Key renourish- ment project is costing beach-front property owners about $2 million. But Wreford said the fund- ing for each project is unique. "It's a case-by-case situa- tion," he said. EWD mulls Venice expansion BYGAVINOFF ASSISTANT ENGLEWOOD EDITOR If residents want, the Eng- lewood Water District is will- ing to expand into SouthVen- ice, providing water to some 12,000 lots. Sarasota County Com- missioner Shannon Staub broached the idea in March, saying the area between Manasota Beach Road and Alligator Creek is in need of a central water system and the county's financial situation is prohibiting it from expanding into the area. Residents and business owners' along the 3-mile stretch use well water. EWD Administrator Rich Rollo said that. the water dis- trict was not interested in in- creasing its service area, but the district was "created to serve the public." Thi area in question lies west of State Road 776 and has the potential to house some 6,000 homes, Rollb said. The EWD supplies water to 16,000 units. If the public chooses, "We'd probably almost be obligated to provide the ser- vice," Rollo said. Rollo said he wanted a public referendum to show the public's interest in the EWD moving into the area. The referendum would then provide the basis for state officials to change the water district's boundaries. Rollo said a local taxing district could be created' to pay for the needed infrastruc- ture."0ur current customers would not pay for this expan- sion," he said. An expansion into South Venice could also provide the water district access' to the regional water supply loop. He said a planned ground storage tank near Keyway Road could hold the water, which could be diverted south into Englewood in atnemergency. *- * , ,LEGAL. :-*-, ...NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES - NOTICE OF AUCTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE QF PUB.IC AUCTION The administration of the Testate The lowing vehice/vessel(s) a E rale of AUDREY B. BENNER, be auctioned for unpaid towing & Deceased, File Number 2006- storage charges only, per FS CP-003380-NC, is pending in the 713.78. Circuit Court for Sarasota County, 1. 1995 Toyt, Corolla, 4D, Bge, Florida, the address of which is JT2AE04BXS0092974 2000 Main Street, Sarasota, On 6/14/06 at 10:00 am Florida 34237. The names and vehicle @ addresses of the Personal Repre- Jim's Auto Repair & Towing, sentative and the Personal Repre- 5693 Sarah Ave, Sarasota, FL tentative's attorney are set forth PUBLISH: May 28, 2006 below. ALL CREDITORS ARE NOTIFIED NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION THAT: The following vehicle/vessells).wi All creditors of the decedent and be auctioned for unpaid towing & o nr other persons having claims or storage crges per F demands against the decedents 713.78. Vehicle @ Konrads Tow- i713g & Recovery LKonTowr estate are required to and must file Ing & Rovery LLC, 103 Cortheir clairl(s) with this Court within orati n Way' Venice, three (3) months of the date of the 1. 198 Acur, Legend, 4, Whi, first publication of this notice or, as JH4KA3259JC0to any creditors or persons served 2. 1988 Olds, Ciera, 2D, Mm, with a copy of this notice, the cred. 2G3AS1131J2329576 itor or person served must file their 3. 1988 Chev G25, Vn, Gry, claim no later than thirty (30) days 1GBEG25HOJ7115934 after the date of service on the On 6/14/06 at9:00a. at 103 creditor. Corporation WayVenice ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS PUBLISH: May 28, 2006 NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREV- NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION ER BARRED. The Following vehicle/vessel(s) will THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLI- be auctioned for unpaid towing & CATION OF THIS NOTICE IS storage charges only, per FS MAY28,,2006. 713.78 1. 2002 Chev, Blazer, Ut, Gld,. Personal Representative: 1GNDT13W12K219885 W. BRUCE BENNER, Petitioner On 6/14/2006 at 9:00 AM at 3420 Mlneola Drive 106 W Corporation Way, Venice Sarasota, Florida 34239 Vehicle @ L & T Towing, Inc. Attorney for Personal 100 Tonney Penna Dr. Representative: Jupiter, FL RANDALL C. CONCELLO, ESQ. Publish: May 28, 2006 ., ,,, NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION The Following vehicle/vessel(s) will be auctioned for unpaid towing & storage charges only, per FS 713.78 1. 2000 Ford, Focus, 4D, Sil, 1FAFP33PXYW317539 2. 1992 Toyt, Tercel, 4D, Mrn, JT2EL43A2N0164715 3. 2003 Merc, Sable, 40, Grn, 1MEFM55S73G634941 4. 1986 Ford, E150, Vn, Red, 1FDDE14N7GHC35095 5. 1994 Chev, Cavalier, 2D, Red, 1G1JC1448R7228534 On 6/14/2006 at 9:00 amn at 106 Corporation Way, Venice, FL 34285. Vehicle @ North Collier Collision, Inc. 16210 Old 41 S. Bonita Springs PUBLISH: May 28, 2006 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION The following vehicle/vessel s) will be auctioned for unpaid towing & storage charges only, per FS 713.78 1. 2000 Dodg, Caravan, Sw, Grn, 2B4FP25B5YR534377 On 6/14/06 at 9:00 am at 106 Corporate Way, Venice. Vehicle @ Pierson Auto Parts, 284 S. Center St. Pierson PUBLISH: May 28, 2006 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF AUDREY B. BENNER, Deceased, File No. 2006-CP-003380-NC NOTICE TO CREDITORS Sarasota, Florida 34230 Tele: 941-955-1591 Fax: 941-351-2259 FBN 0126661 PUBLISH: May 28, June 4, 2006 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF. WILLIAM L. BLOUNT, JR., Deceased. File No. 2005-CP-003594-NC NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of WILLIAM L. BLOUNT, JR., deceased, whose date of death was February 12, 2006, is pend- ing in the Circuit Court for SARA- SOTA County, Florida, Probate Divi- sion, File Number 2005-CP- 7797-NC; the address of which is P.O. Box 3079, Sarasota, FL 34230-3079. The names and addresses of the personal repre- sentative and the personal repre- sentative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR (30) DAYS AFTER THE TIME OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate including unmatured, contingent, or NOTICE TO CREDITORS unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF HOWARD H. KOSTER, ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED Deceased. WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. File No. 2006-CP-004188-NC NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, NOTICE TO CREDITORS ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) The administration of the estate of YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE HOWARD H. KOSTER, deceased, DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH whose date of death was April 13, IS BARRED. 2006, and whose social security number is 579-10-7397, is pend- The date of first publication of this ing in the Circuit Court for SARA- Notice is May 28, 2006. SOTA County, Florida, Probate Divi- sion, the address of which is P.O. Personal Representative: Box 3079, Sarasota, FL 34230- Susan E. Blount 3079. The names and addresses 8264 Latour Avenue of the personal representative and North Port, FL 34286 the personal representative's attor- ney are set forth below. Attorney for Personal Representative: All creditors of the decedent and George R. McLaIn, Chartered other persons having claims or Florida Bar No. 115510 demands against decedent's estate 1800 Second Street, Suite 717 on whom a copy of this notice is Sarasota, Florida 34236 required to be served must file their Telephone: (941)-365-4174 claims with this court WITHIN THE PUBLISH: May 28, June 4, 2006 LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLI- CATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 HD A DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SER- VICE OF A COPY OF THIS FOR THE NOTICE ON THEM.: O P All other creditors of the decedent STP and other persons having claims or S demands against decedent's estate, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS whose date of death was March 26, 2006; File Ndmber 2006- CP-004227-NC, is pending in the Circuit Court for Sarasota County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 3079, Sarasota, FL 34230- 3079. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attor- ney are.set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICA- TION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is May 28, 2006. Personal Representative: DONALD W. SCHMID 9064 Misty Creek Drive NOTICE TO CREDITORS THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedents estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST' PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2), YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is May 28, 2006. Personal Representatives: Margaret M. Testa 547 Valley Rd. Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 Attorney for Personal Representatives: DAVID R. CORNISH, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 0225924 355 W Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285 Telephone: (941)-483-4246 PUILISH: May 28, June 4, 2006 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF WILLIAM A. BENNER, Deceased, File No. 2006-CP-003382-NC sarasota, IL 4241. NOTICE TO CREDITORS ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN The administration of the Testate THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH H. Grg Lee Estate of WILLIAM A. BENNER, IN SECTION 733:702 OF THE Attorney for Personal Deceased, File Number 2006- FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL Representative CP-003382-NC, is pending in the BE FOREVER BARRED. Florida Bar No.351301 Circuit Court for Sarasota County, H. GREG LEE, P.A. Florida, the address of which is NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME 2014 Fourth Street 2000 Main Street, Sarasota, Sarasota, Florida 34237 Florida 34237. The names and PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, lehone 94 7 Florida 34237. The names and ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) alone: (941)-954-0067 addresses of the Personal Repre- YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE Facsimile: (941-365-1492 tentative nd the Personal Repre- DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH PUBLISH: May28, June4, 2006 tentative's attorney are set forth IS BARRED. IN THE CIRCUIT COURTFOR below. SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA ALL CREDITORS ARE NOTIFIED The date of first publication of this PROBATE DIVISION THAT: Notice is MAY 21, 2006. All creditors of the decedent and IN RE: ESTATE OF other persons having claims or Personal Representative: DOMINIC M. TESTA, demands against the decedent's MARCIA E. KOSTER Deceased, estate are required to and must file 1000 Kings Highway, Unit 238 their claims) with this Court within Pt. Charlotte, FL 33980 File No. 2006-CP-4348-SC three (3) months of the date of the Division: Probate first publication of this notice or, as Attorney for Personal to any creditors or persons served Representative: NOTICE TO CREDITORS with a copy of this notice, the cred- JEAN M. FINKS, Attorney The administration of the estate of itor or person served must file their Florida Bar No. 843776 DOMINIC M. TESTA, deceased, claim no later than thirty (30) days 126 E. Olympia Avenue whose date of death was May 5, after the date of service on the Suite 408 2005, and whose Social Security creditor. Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Number is 149-20-0151 is pend- ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS Telephone: (941)-575-5140 ing in the Circuit Court for Saraso- NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREV- ta County, Florida, Probate Divi- ER BARRED. PUBLISH: May 21, 28, 2006 sion, the address of which is 4000 THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLI- S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL CATION OF THIS NOTICE IS 34293. The names and address- MAY 28, 2006. es of the personal representatives IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR and the personal representatives' Personal Representative: SARASOTA COUNTY FLORIDA attorney are set forth below. W. BRUCE BENNER, Petitioner PROBATEDIVISION All creditors of the decedent and 3420 Mineola Drive Other persons having claims or Sarasota, Florida 34239 IN RE: ESTATE OF demands against the decedent's HEMAN F.SCHMID, estate on whom a copy of this Attorney for Personal Deceasednotice is required to be served Representative: File N. must file their claims with this Court RANDALL C. CONCELLO, ESQ. File No. 2006CP 227-NCWITHIN THE LATER OR 3 P. 0. BOX 243 Probate Division MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF Sarasota, Florida 34230 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF Tele: 941-955-1591 The dminisrion f te etteofTHIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS Fax:941-351-2259 HERMAN F. SCHMID, deceased AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE FBN 0126661 OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON PUBLISH: May 28, June 4, 2006 i I~2_j 1 -X d w i 'o I c I WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 6A NICE GONDOLIER N ~~~yl~M~M~4~i;-~&sdII ~ 'v _~y~l . SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM VENICE GONDOLIER SUN 17A Friends rally to help crash victim I IIt 0 A I=0\ In the above photo, friends draw attention to Friday's barbecue fundraiser for Katie Mathews in the parking lot in front of Kmart on South Tamiami Trail. BY GREG GILES STAFF WRITER SUN PHOTOS BY GREG GILES In the above photo, Paul and Caroline Hostetler brought some serious barbecue equip- ment to help support the Mathews family. Friends are planning more fundraisers for high school basketball player Katie Mathews, who remains in serious condition after a May 6 car accident. Below left, high school friends of Mathews chow down. Pictured are Venice High stu- dents Jessica Perry, Matt Bowers and Marley Hughes. m &. KATIE kIMhl $ Friends of accident victim Katie Mathews are stepping up their efforts to raise funds for the family. The 16-year-old Venice High sophomore was injured in a car accident May 6. She was a passenger in a car driven by Chloe West, also a Venice High student. West suffered a broken leg. Mathews, who was flown to Bayfront Medical Center, remains in serious condition. Mathews is currently hooked up to a ventilator due to a collapsed lung, according tofpLa fae Jyfind. She suffered a broken neck, punctured lung and spinal-cord damage. -Mathews is making progress, said family friend Roger Jemigan, a who helped organize a barbecue fundrais- er held Friday. Jernigan said Mathews, who was in an unresponsive state, has regained conscious- ness and is able to blink her eyes. Friends and family gath- ered on Friday for a fundraiser dinner under a large tent in the Kmart parking lot on South Tamiami Trial in Venice. Proceeds from the chicken, baked beans and cole slaw barbecue will go toward med- ical expenses for the Mathews family. More fundraisers are being planned. On Sunday Mathews' friends will hold a fundraiser car wash at the Pit Stop on U.S. 41 on the island. 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While the choices I make may seem overwhelming at first, I know that they are opportunities my country has provided me. Still, we must remember those who sacri- ficed themselves in order to preserve our freedom. I honor them, and my country, through how I live my life, taking advantage of the independence I could have easily been without. College brochures and applications flood my mail- box, and thoughts of my future constantly fill my mind. As I ponder which college to attend and what major and career to pursue, there are still women in other cultures who are denied even basic civil rights; some developing countries give women no hope for an education, let alone a gratifying job. I am lucky to reside in a nation that strives for equali- ty. The possibilities are end- less in the United States, as I can choose to focus my stud- ies on various aspects and media of art, while my peers concentrate on technology or academics. 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See a new home consultant for additional limited inventory homes that may be available T he Am"' S u Venice Gondolier Sun Sunday, May 28, 2006 Page 3 D/E/N/C/V ,.9~bm r ov ~ HLT$ Model Row shows off nine homes MODELS From page 1 a laundry room, a covered lanai and a two-car garage. There is an optional design to convert the den to a third bedroom. It encompasses 1,730 air-conditioned square -feet and 2,350 total square feet. The base price for this plan is $310,990. The Hickory The Hickory is a two- bedroom, two-bath plan in 1,908 air-conditioned square feet and 2,606 total square feet. It features a den/third bed- room option, a great room with designated formal dining area, a kitchen with dining nook, a laundry room and a two-car garage. The covered lanai is spacious and is accessible from the master suite, great room and the dining nook. The base price for this plan is $320,990. The Sagewood Largest of the single-family designer-decorated models is the Sagewood, which includes 2,251 air-conditioned square feet and 2,998 total square feet. It features three bedrooms and two baths plus a den/ fourth bedroom option, a living room with separate dining room area, a kitchen with breakfast nook, a covered lanai, a laundry room and a two-car garage. This model also includes a large family room adjacent to the kitchen, breakfast nook and covered lanai. The Sage- wood is base priced at $347,990. In addition to these three decorated models, there are two other single-family floor plans to choose from in Cypress Falls. The Laurel The Laurel is a two-bed- room, two-bath model plus a den. There are separate living and formal dining areas with a family room and a breakfast nook adjacent to the kitchen. The home encompasses 2,094 square feet of living space and 2,808 total square feet. The Laurel is base priced at $330,990. The Redwood The Redwood plan encom- passes 2,544 air-conditioned square feet and 3,258 total square feet on two floors. It features two bedrooms plus a den/third bedroom option, and two and one-half baths. The first floor includes all bedrooms, the den, two baths, a formal dining room, a family room, laundry room and a kitchen with breakfast nook. The second floor includes a loft plus bonus room options, perfect for a variety of recre- ational uses or additional guest facilities. i I One design offers an optional wet bar, a powder tI ', talrH and walk-in closet. A secondd desilh offers a linen: closet and a full third bath- room option. The Redwood is base priced at $360,990. Standard Features Kitchen features in the single-family homes of Cypress Falls include Whirlpool appliances, Corian kitchen counter tops, recessed-panel maple cabinetry, breakfast bars, breakfast nooks and a dedicated pantry, designed as per plan. Luxury master bath features include a cultured marble double sink vanity top, a walk- in shower (per plan), and raised maple vanity cabinets. There is ceramic tile in the foyer, kitchen, laundry room, all baths and the dining nook. The homes are pre-wired for telephone outlets in all bedrooms and the kitchen, for cable television in all bed- rooms and the family room and for ceiling fans in all bedrooms, the family room and the lanai. Safety, energy-saving and maintenance features include a home security system, a Tubes in the WallT and Tubes Under SlabTM patented pest defense system, a 10-year garage. The great room includes space for formal dining while the kitchen includes a dining nook. There are 1,448 square feet of air-conditioned space and 2,065 total square feet. The Royal Paired with the Sabal, and the largest of the rilla plans, is the Royal with 1,602 air- conditioned square feet and 2,231 total square feet. The Royal plan includes two 10 Photo provided by The Woodlands Model Row at Cypress Falls is captured with this photo, and the one on the cover, showing several of the nine designer-decorated models recently opened in Cypress Falls at The Woodlands in North Port. 'structural warranty, an extend- ed two-year fit and finish warranty, vented soffits for added attic ventilation and a warp-proof insulated front entry door. Each single family home in Cypress Falls offers a choice of two front elevation designs and all homes have decorative S-tile roofs. Six Villa Homes There are six designer- decorated Villa Home plans to tour at Cypress Falls with prices beginning in the mid $200,000s. The Riverbirch The Riverbirch is a two- bedroom, two-bath plan with 1,651 air-conditioned square feet and 2,199 total square feet. It includes two bedrooms, two baths, a den, covered lanai and two-car garage. It has a great room plan that includes a separate dining room, plus there is a laundry room. The Evergreen The Riverbirch is paired with the Evergreen, which is also a two-bedroom, two-bath plan with a great room design. It has a separate dining room area and it includes a den with an optional design for a third bedroom. There is a laundry closet, covered lanai and two- car garage. The Evergreen encompasses 1,362 air- conditioned square feet and 1,895 total square feet. The Indigo The Indigo is a two-bed- room, two-bath plan with a great room design under 1,363 air-conditioned square feet LEHIGH ACRES Vistanna Villas From $1,390 a month' 1,243-1,296 sc4. ft,; 13 bdrms., 2 baths Gated community with friendly atmosphere. Clo;e t ( schools, shopping, dining and entertainment aIsy iI I access to Southwest Florida International Airport, .. Caloosahatchee River and Fort Myers Beach. ,IILee Blvd, i i - tl "-*'&U.Le Blvd. and 1,896 total square feet. It includes a dining room that is convenient to the kitchen and great room, plus a covered lanai, a laundry closet with washer and dryer and a two- car garage. The Longleaf The Indigo is paired with The Longleaf, which is a two- bedroom, two-bath plan with a great room that includes dining space. The Longleaf also has a den/third bedroom option and a dining nook adjacent to the kitchen. It encompasses 1,452 air- conditioned square feet and 1,978 total square feet. The Sabal The Sabal is a two-bedroom, two-bath plan with a den, great room, covered lanai, laundry closet and two-car LEHIGH ACRES -TownLakes From $1,966 a month2 1,906-3,578 sq. ft., 3-6 bdrms., 2-4 baths A gated community surrounded by lakes and nature preserves, TownLakes features many waterfront home- .sites, plus walking trails and an adjacent public recreation center. The community is just minutes from shopping, i;' public golf courses and tennis courts. *Clubhouse * Heated ool * Low monthly maintenance fee * City water and sewer *Close to 1-75 & major shopping * Every unit is a "Corner unit" *Prices subject to change without notice. Allstate Builders IER~BBWXME^ bedrooms, two baths, a great room with dining area, a den, covered lanai and two-car garage. The kitchen includes a dining nook and there is a separate laundry room. Standard Features in the villa homes Features in the villa homes of Cypress Falls include Whirpool kitchen appliances, recessed-panel maple kitchen Please see MODELS, page 5 Now 21 9,900 SQ. FT. CALCULATIONS LIVING ............................... 1529 LANAI 162 ENTRY 43 PATIO ..... .N/A GARAGE .............................. 358 TOTAL ................................ 2132 Call (941) 423-7711 Directions: Model location 1 1/2 mile North of 41 on N Toledo Blade CAPE CORAL Cape Coral From $1,681 a month' 1,711-3,232 sq. ft., 3-5 bdrms., 2-3 baths 14, 1- and 2-story floor plans to choose from, with attractive exteriors and many large homesites throughout Cape Coral. Easy acess to major highways, including US 41 and 1-75.'Close to area schools, chnnnina anA rlininn at ' (239) 303-0285 PUNTA GORDA Deep Creek From $1,763 a month4 1,960-3,232 sq. ft., 3-5 bdrms., 2-3 baths Large homesites, flexible designs and plenty of available options make these homes perfect for a growing family. Deep Creek is close to schools, shopping centers, golf courses and provides easy access to 1-75. PUNTA GORDA Burnt Store Lakes From $1,914 a month5 1,906-2,232 sq. ft., 3 bdrms., 2 baths New homesites available. Minutes from the Burnt Store Marina, the largest private marina on the west coast of Florida, Burnt Store Lakes provides easy access to major highways, including US 41 and 1-75, and is close to area schools, shopping and dining establishments. (239) 242-2266 NORTH PORT North Port From $1,857 a month7 1,960-3,232 sq. ft., 3-5 bdrms., 2-2.5 baths 11, 1- and 2-story open and spacious floor plans with attractive exteriors. North Port is close to many area Gulf beaches, 40 minutes to Sarasota and 1 hour to Ft. Myers. .- (941) 624-3315 ,,al-'rU.. (941) 639-2095 1 .. (941) 429-2455 A2006 KB Home (KBH). Payment of Realtor Co-op requires Realtorto accompy and register buyer on first visit and comply with Realtor Co-op Agreement. Pricesterms subject to change, priorsale, homesite premiums, predetermined options. Floor plans, options, REALTOR Co-op Welcome. elevations, views vary by community/homesite and are not guaranteed. Square footage is approximate. ARTIST'S CONCEPTION: Illustrations and photos show upgraded landscapingoptions and may not represent communities' lowest-priced homes. Continued scope/prservation of nature preserves is subject to change and not guaranteed. Maps not to scale. See sales representative for details. 1-7. Example monthly payments ar for illustratve purposes only and may vary based on borrowers credit score, actual closing costs and other variables, and include principal & interest and private mortgage insurance only; taxes, other insurance and other fees are extra. Fixed rate of 6.750%, 30-year loan, 5% downpayment; available through Countrywide KB Home Loans'. APRs are subject to change; effective 05/01/2006 and ar as follows: [1] 6.935% [2] 6.909%; [3] 6.920%; [4] 6.917%; [5] 6.911%; [6] 6.909%; [7] 6.913%. Buyer may finance via any other qualified lender but will not be eligible for this offer. Scenarios assume buyer has good credit, impounds taxes and pays estimated closing costs of: [1] $3,636; [2] $4,444; [3] $4045; [4] $4,159 5 $4,372; [61$4,444; [7] $4,292, which include a one point note rate buydown paid by the borrower to the advertised note rate of 6.750%. To qualify for this offer, buyer must sign a purchase agreement between 05/06/06 and 06/30/2006, and close escrow per the terms o the contract. Offer is subject to underwriting guidelines and is available only for owner-occupied homes; non-owner-occupied homes are subject to additional restrictions and qualifying requirements. KB Home and Countrywide KB Home Loans are independently responsible for the products and services o" """""""'"1 each company offers. Equal Housing Lender. @2006 Countrywide Mortgage Ventures, LLC, d/b/a Countrywide KB Home Loans, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 200, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301. Trade/servicemarks are the property of Countrywide Mortgage Ventures, LLC, KB i vmt HewHome Home or Countrywide Financial Corporation. Countrywide and the associated house logo reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. Arizona Mortgage Banker License Number BK-0907332; Licensed by the Department of Corporations under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act; 1 i TcS O u r C -.ili ili:l ,, i : ___.'_ _. h.. iiiI,,1 ._,,i Li'... ., Z ': *. fL GA IL, IN, NV, NM, NC, SC, TX and WI residents and properties only. Countrywide KB Home Loans is the funding lender for all advertised home loan products and services. Some products NswHomosourcom ..,. ",' I.. i. ..11 ..,i ... ..,.1 ... a i, .. T s This is not a commitment to lend. Restrictions apply. All rights reserved. 05/06 CBC046141 FM-45689 'o.i, 'I I V PRICE REDUCED 150,000! WOOtHAVEN BEAUTIFUL VILLAS Est.ttI VIillas (Including Lot) Venice Gombolier Smn Sunday, May 28, 2006 Page 4 D/UN/ICN .. .. .. i The Am-h Sun Veic Godle Su Sudy a 8 20 h u * MODELS From page 4 cabinetry tilt-out drawers at the kitchen sink, a spacious pantry and a breakfast bar (per plan). Baths feature a maple bath vanity cabinet, a full width vanity mirror, a large beveled-mirror medicine cabinet and a master bath walk-in shower (per plan). There is ceramic tile flooring in the foyer, kitchen, laundry, all baths and the nook. The villa homes are pre-wired for telephone outlets in all bedrooms and the kitchen, for cable television in all bed- rooms and the family room, and for ceiling fans in all bedrooms, the family room and the lanai. Safety, energy-saving and maintenance features include a home security system, a Tubes in the WallM and Tubes Under SlabTM patented pest defense system, a 10-year structural warranty, an extended two-year fit and finish warranty, vented soffits for added attic ventilation and a warp-proof insulated front entry door. Cypress Falls at The Woodlands Cypress Falls at The Wood- lands is designed for active adults who are 55 and better. At completion it will have approximately 710 residences consisting of single-family homes and garden and paired villas. This gated neighbor- hood's features include an activity center with heated swimming pools, social hall, Internet cafe, Bocci ball courts and card games. Cedar Grove Cedar Grove is another section of The Woodlands and it is ideal for families with growing children. Cedar Grove v ........ .21 'zr%-57 ...... eMODEL OWA CPESALL Build on Your Lot 1. Rotonda Charlotte Counl/ Homes from the $220's 9.11 ',9840-33 2. Toledo Blade Charlotle Count Home. friom i-e i22-0'O 94Ji '6or0122 3. King's Highway Charl.ite Count, HomE. hrm Ihe $220"' 9J1 2o.2,r55 4. Cape Coral Imaginaiorn Coll.iror. Home: him rhe SC200'0 23/5, -9-7 ;.o 5. Sales Information and Design Center 87s DWH-BO''L 6. Boca Grand Model Cape Corol Horrme, ornl i2L."$7," :'39 "5.-,.86o5 7. Foxton Model Cape Coral Homesi hm the $2,0'iC 239/540.8430 8. Lehigh Acres Model Lehigh Acres COMING SOON 877/DWH6BOYL Da\id \\eekleN Homes 9. Sandoval Hoini From rre &$50', 239/282 1059 10. River Hall Horrei frnm the e i2i S?' 239/693.6703 Models Open Daily t ," ', ,' ;; ., L A i 71 homesi om*, M. I : :,t'-44'r LI A A 1 L Ch I Visit Any of These Fine Builders and Let Them Show You Your Dream Home Plans Today! Models Open Daily! ~'A u.ii [J .inj u5 > -. =) 5 . 415 Chrltt .: ChaiI, ,, T I 0 El ci 0rAV 601 lu li, rL ~,; 9;Et Or Port~l~aIRq ,, j;.rlHarllu 1100Ip ;,O ) r&. an irf'ir ~.T l.d -*.". " F, .r. t 2 8> .."JiiLIri. lI1U tip !11~ 1 a l l L r 75- Heights ".? .. "TU 'EL :[. x / 1 "" i i' i E li Dr. Char Pinla Par Gord a '' Ppombroke asCIM Imm w"AAJ~AI~AIADJA~' 6IF~c 41r 'AA.I~,1`cIlWWaaaao~ilU I- SART OF FINE LIVING Port Charlotte Town Center Mall S(entrance between Dillard's & JC Penneys) M-Sat 10-6 From The Low $200's MAAND1N HO MI '..COm Sunday12-6 941-625-7939 o L o f FLORID A License #CGC061583 Models Open 3200 ILveland Blvd., Port Charlotte O M ... Sun. 12 p.m. 4 p.m. -627-90 l. O M Sat. 10 am. 5 p.m. ,,c ln-A- ,., un. 2 p~.-4 ~m. V 41627 >?.?;, *.] door, b .-I .,. 9-A -' - I/ n i, Charlotle HIIarbor L?.,ri,. i n p B I ,I, (765) L'. Lomrij Di I i ~ 1 ;-cIel h,1 I e B~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~111 lbit.1 Fl%-vg l '(i~til~l FeI''ucivil I I OPErnr nl D \''i ,n I ~ l Ilf4 4:f trplh~l' I *Ai rrslT\41 111\ RON10K'J \l Ww IP)Rrfllrnflali~ufL;L...rf~ln- will have aiipI ) o in ,i((I 'I211 single-family ]w-.ill,- i":, i community pool and jpih, ground. The homes i ,ing' from 1,863 to 3,267 square i..!i wiili three to five bedrooms and three-car garages are available, Homes in Cedar Grove are priced from the low 1.i on,!00 i'.. Families will appreciate the convenience of an elementary, middle .iiind I!iih .ihool planned \vnuiii ln i communi- ty and a commercial/retail complex to be built at the front of the community. Dallas-based Centex (NYSE: CTX), founded in 1950, is one of the niiaiiin leading home building companies. Centex operates in major United States markets in 25 states and delivered more than 39,000 homes in the United States in its most recent fiscal year ended March 31, 2006. Its leading brands include Centex Homes, Fox & Jacobs Homes, CityHomes and Centex I, I,( ii ~ ~ Ir c { - i.i i ii, DeWtfttiiion Properties. In l'ii!t,!!t to its home i,,ii!'~I!i, ,,. lin,, Centex's (www.een@tescom) related business lines include mort- i-'.,!',- anid financial services, home services and commercial .i,! .i in tirri.. Tl!I-".i businesses provide i., i i.,iln,:1 or finan- cial support to home building operations and are leaders in their i-I. rl" i i industries. Centex oi ri',i'- ily ranks ;iIn'rig til- 'most admired companies in its industry, according to FORTUNE magazine. Thek \V ,i i ll;di.i is located between Foil I NIr) and Sarasota in the City of North Port, just off of 1-75, at the intersection of Toledo Blade and Panacea Boulevard. For more information, visit or call the sales center at (941) 423- 0193 or visit centexhomes. com/sarasota. 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The Sarasota division of Centex Homes, however, has teamed with Bridgeway Media Group to develop a unique tool to prepare their customers for making these decisions in an informed, uns essed apid timely manner. An educational and informative compact disk is given to customers at the time they sign a purchase contract for a Centex Homes residence. This compre- hensive tool, titled "Preparing for your Design Appointment," is an interactive CD that guides customers through the various steps and considerations for making design decisions prior to the first of two personal appointments with a Centex design consultant. By giving the customer information in advance of decision-making time, this step of home buying really becomes the funrpart. Mindy Oar is the Seledtin udi It Manager and oversees a staff of four other designers at the Sarasota-located studio. "This CD has been a year in the making as we gathered and consolidated an enormous amount of information into a user friendly format. 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I~ I DiVosta Homes residents enjoy resort style living year-round with no additional membership fees. DiVosta provides a community with beautiful surroundings, amenities inside a gated community, and legendary Built-Solid" homes. The activity rich lifestyle you choose is up to you. Tennis, a workout in the fitness center, attending a luncheon or fashion show at the Resort Center, a stop at the beauty salon, or relaxing by the pool are just a few ways to enrich your life. Go to IslandWalk at the West Villages'Sales Center today for pre-construction prices and find out about all the amenities a DiVosta "Walk"" community has to offer. Patio home with 2 bedrooms plus den, 2 baths and 2-car garage AResidence 1,526 sq. ft. I Total 2,123 sq. ft. Single-iamily home wfth 3 bedrooms plus den, 2 baths and 2-car garage Residence 2,000 sq. ft. / Total 2,686 sq. ft. Single-lamily home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2-car garage Residence 2,506 sq. ft. / Total 3,399 sq. ft. "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with New Home Builders" in Tampa Bay Sarasota Two Years in a Row, Tied in 2005" Go to www.divosta.com today .to find out about all that DiVosta communities have to offer. Broker participation welcome. W 1WOTA HOMES STHE PULTE HOMES FAMILYTM 941.408.81 79 www. divosta.com Directions to the Sales Center Open Daily 10 am to 6 prn Take 1-75 to Exit #193 Jacaranda Blvd. Travel south to U.S. 41, Turn left (south) onto U.S. 41 and travel 1/2 mile past the intersection of Taylor Ranch Trail. IslandWalk Sales Center is located at 6024 S. Tamiami Trail on the right. Page 8 D/UN/CNm The,?"-,, Sun' ": f- -f, rq Only 15 Mbin. From Dowvntowvn Fort NINyersl r .j4, i~'~iI~ r t'jo iBBBBIII I Ire~a~l -r BUILT-;SOLIDO' How can I improve my conversion rate? Pa -I ~i~r 11*T L.Ae Voters S hakerS 8 ^ . ge2 Tell us about them! busInesslsun herald.com ,3 1L.I i,, IC'III2 2 , r~rtl~l~l.;IIIr -1 Pa.' 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The 4I Sun Sunday, May 28, 2006 Page 2 D/E/N/C/V Venice Gondolier Sun MOVERS & SHAKERS Mize receives promotion Craig DeYoung, president of Charlotte State Bank, announced that Maryann Mize has been appointed to senior vice president of commercial lending of Charlotte State Bank. Mize joined the Home- town Bank in 1989 and has more than 25 years of banking experience. She currently serves as a board member for both Peace-River Regional Medical Center and Charlotte Technical Center. She also is the immediate past president of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce. You can reach Maryann at (941) 624-1916. Colonial Bank honored Colonial Bank was honored by the Florida Education Foundation and Florida Department of Education with the commissioner's business recognition award. Colonial Bank was recognized for its outstanding commitment to improving education by partnering with schools in the community. Since entering the Southwest Florida market with 10 offices in 1998, Colonial Bank has established 30 full-service offices Ikm can I i Th+-T MIZE R.YANKWITT with total assets of $1.4 billion. The bank is poised to increase its South- west Florida region to more than 40 offices in the next three years. Peace River Regional recognized Peace River Regional Medical Center has received recognition from the American Heart Association as a Primary Stroke Center. When you or someone you love is having a stroke, every minute counts. If you're having any of the stroke warning signs, you want to know that you are going to a facility that can help you as quickly as possible. Peace River Regional Medical Center is that facility! For more information about the stroke center, contact Kelly Emdin at (941) 766-4735. Yankwitts join Merrill Lynch Ralph E. Yankwitt has joined Merrill Lynch as a Financial Advisor in its local office at 1190 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda.' Beverly J.,Yankwitt also has joined Merrill Lynch as part of the Yankwitt Team. Ralph Yankwitt has been active in the in the financial services industry for the past 32 years. Beverly worked in hospital laboratory management for 30 years prior to joining the financial services industry in 1999. After coming to Merrill Lynch, they received intensive training in the firm's wide range of products and services. "We're delighted to have people of Ralph and Beverly's experience and reputation join Merrill Lynch," said Lee Woodliff, resident director,vice president. Coldwell Banker welcomes Jim Manion Jim Manion has joined Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate's Deep Creek office. According to Manion, "Customer service is my top priority. I look forward to cultivating cus- tomers for life in this strong real estate market with my knowledge of the area." Manion will specialize in new construction and residential property sales in Charlotte County. According to Jeff Leonard, branch manager for Coldwell Banker's Deep Creek office, "Jim is knowledgeable of the local real estate market. His commitment to providing superior customer service should allow Jim to become a valuable resource for buyers and sellers." Jim Manion may be reached at (941) 276-6456. c ) ^, Do yotu krICow vviany ,4/iT vejrs S hackers 2 .. Send your information on award winners, Honorees, appointments, promotions and anniversaries to: business@sun-herald.com ............or fax to (941) 629-2085 ir O(Ofmnl rrn rate (i mi OflhWw' canqmW? a- . m-41 - An,. a- - - -a - -a -- a. -a C .- a. - a.. opyrighted Material. h t e ri~a- Syndicated Content - 40b a-~ - a.- - a - -- -qw m. r Available from Commercial News Providers" Iae mom- 411.., 4a. 40b am- -m- 41W - -.0 9b.- am- a.- 4mb ,qw - W- 4-- ZL 0- -a r - a. a. .5- a - a. a. - - -0-. -~ ~.- a - - -a a. - - a-- 4- 4- * - - adom - a - b * - -a- 40- 46-910- -d- oN--.dp- qw fp- a 0 40M- b0 a. A. - -.0 -.d a dm - a - Technology job marl 't ht for somc. not m) for other - a a a. - - - - ~ a.- - a- o -a. * - a. - -a a - ~- *a - a. -- a 0 - -CAREER & SERVICE CENTER CALENDAR Upcoming events at he Career and Service Center of Charlotte County, 19500 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS Career and Service Center Orientation - from 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6,13, 20 in the resource room. Provides information about eligibility for training funds available through the Workforce Investment Act and an overview of the services available within the center. Conducted by Southwest Florida Workforce Council Services Coordinator Patricia Flyer Resume Writing- from 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Wednesday,, June 7 and 21. Provides information and skills on how to prepare a resume. Job Search/Labor Market Information - from 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7 and 21.. Provides information and skills to improve job seeking skills and how to search for good jobs. Provides local employment opportunities, methods and resources to find local employment opportunity. Interviewing Skills from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m Thursday, June 8, 22 in the resource room. Provides job interviewing techniques and skills to assist job seekers with good interviewing skills. Conducted by Rutko. The center is an equal opportunity employ- er/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. ,; v' B. YANKWITT MANION - a. - a- a-. - 4m o ru l c - 0 o r r r * The Sun Page 3 D/E/N/CN Sunday, May 28, 2006 Venice Gondolier Sun 2000 EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT 2005 Services 2010 Professional 2015 Banking 2020 Clerical 2025 Computer 2030 Medical 2035 Musical 2040 Restaurant/Hotel 2050 Skilled Trades 2060 Management 2070 Sales 2090 Child/Adult Care Needed 2100 General 2110 Part-time/Temp 2115 Home Based Business 2120 Position/Job , Wanted. SUN1 1 . PUNTA GORDA OFFICE NOW OPEN FOR ALL CUSTOMER SERVICE BUSINESS 331 SULLIVAN ST (Green 2-story house, ground fl, Corner of West Virginia Ave. and Sullivan St.) BUSINESS HOURS Monday Friday 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. (941) 205-1000 2010 PROFESSIONAL *RESIDENTIAL REALTORS* *COMMERCIAL REALTORS* **NEEDED IMMEDIATELY** Experienced or Newly Licensed. 9 statewide Offices & Expanding! Superb New & Advanced Training. No Desk Fees. Great Commissions. Friendly Family Owned Co. Please call (941)629-1121 Or Fax resume: (941)625-5959 dianeb@allfloridarealty.com www.allfloridayrealty.com 05/28/06 Administrative position available at Eng. Firm in Port Charlotte, seeking a motivated individual for a part- time position to go full-time, candidate must be detail oriented, strong Excel skills & customer service skills, able to analyze, data entry, work well w/others in a fast paced environment. Exp. with multi-line phone system. Fax resume to (941) 766-1488 or E-mail to jgerace@aesfl.com CASE MANAGER F/T To provide case management to elderly clients, BS in Social Work or related degree with 2 years eldercare experience preferred. Strong written & oral communication skills, abil- ity to work independently. FL. Dept. of Law Enforcement background check. Valid Dri- ver's License & proof of insur- ance required. Pre-employ- ment drug test. smoke free environment. Send resume to CM Supervisor, Senior Friend- ship Centers, 2350 Scenic Dr. Venice, FL 34293. EOE CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Easter Seals Southwest Florida is a nonprofit organization that creates solutions that change lives for children, adults and their families through high quality therapeutic, educational and support services. We cur- rently have an excellent oppor- tunity. for a Chief Develop- merit Officer. This position requires a proven track record in identification, cultivation, stewardship & solic- itation of individual, corporate & foundation gifts. The ability to communicate our vision in a bold, passionate & compelling manner is critical. Requires an understanding & belief in phil- anthropy, ability to manage and motivate staff & volunteers. Bachelor's degree required. Please forward resume to: Human Resources Easter Seals Southwest Florida 350 Braden Avenue Sarasota, FL 34243 Fax: 941-552-2009 hr@easterseal.org EOE/DFW Teacher applications K4-8th grade accepted for the 2006- 2007 School year. Call Gene- sis Christian School (941)- 6274849 CLASSIFIED SELLS CALL TODAY! 941-207-1200 Venice/Englewood North Port areas OR 941-206-1200 Pt. Charlotte Areas 2010 PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER and STRUCTURAL ENGINEER NEEDED for engineering firm in Port Charlotte, FL. P.E. License Required for both positions. Majority of compa- ny's work is single family resi- dential, High Salary plus bene- fits. Fax resumes to 941- 766- 1488 or E-mail: jperace@aesfl.com Civil Engineer with a min- imum of 10 years experi- ence in land development design and permitting to manage the engineering department in a twenty person engineering and surveying firm in North Port. Must be registered to practice engineering in the State of Florida. E-mail to: ocase@eradyminor.com or fax to 239-947-0375 CLEWISTON POLICE DEPT. JOB OPENINGS POLICE OFFICER Salary $36,000 $50,278 DOQ Clewiston is a rapidly growing, vibrant small city. * Florida State Retirement Abundant Overtime/Paid Details *Merit based step pay plan * Life/Health/Dental Ins. * Supplemental 457 savings plan with 3% city match * Generous vacation/sick leave with annual sick leave buy back option * 11 Paid Holidays * Take home vehicle within 5 miles of city * 12 hour shifts * Educational reimbursement program The department fields a dive team, narcotics unit, traffic enforcement unit, bicycle patrol K-9 team and CID unit Clewiston is an equal opportu- nity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To Apply: Contact HR Director Marilyn McCorney at 863-983- 1484 or pick up an application in person at 115 W Ventura Ave, Clewiston. Visit our web- site: www.clewiston-fl.gov EXPERIENCED LICENSED REAL ESTATE AGENTS needed Call for appointment. Harborside Real Estate 941-697-7077 First Choice Haircutters HIRING STYLISTS at our Punta Gorda salon Guaranteed $9.00 hourly Bonus / Commission Paid Vacations & Holidays Health Insurance 401K / Stock Purchase Smiling Faces Call: Punta Gorda (941) 637-8243 STYLIST- SALON & CO 60% COMM. RAID VACATION, NO PRODUCT CHARGE. (941)493-8747 HAIR STYLISTS & NAIL TECHS needed for booth rental or commission. SIGN ON BONUS! Come join a great salon! Call Nancy (941)-629-9686 HAIR STYLIST needed for Busy salon in Venice. 941-460-0159 HAIR STYLIST SIGN ON BONUS Own Clientele Preferred CALL SHEAR ENVY 941-493-5868 Legal Secretary 2+ yrs. exp. In Personal Injury. Great Opportunity Fax 239-489-3422 LICENSED CAM MANAGER Three years experience mini- mum. PORTFOLIO MANAGER needed for growing Manage- ment Company. Fax resume to: Gateway Management 941-629-0987. NAIL TECH. needed for upscale day spa. (941-623-0322 PARALEGAL Seeking results-driven paralegal with 5+ years experience for dynamic Port Charlotte land development compa- ny. Experience in real estate with land use knowledge preferred. Will report directly to the Gen- eral Counsel. Salary com- mensurate with experi- ence. Email resume to: tiurca@kitsonpartners.com PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, AND ENGINEERING INTERNS WANTED. Weiler Engineering Corp. has immediate openings for PE's & El's. Land Development and Waste Water experience a plus. WEC is a full service firm with offices in Pt. Charlotte and Marathon. Benefits include 401k Match, competitive Health Insurance, paid vacation & personal time. PE's and El's commensurate salary with experience. Contact Janeen Weiler at janeen@weilerengineer- ing.org or fax resume to (941) 235-1832 Retired Attorney needed to assist me in Grant, letter writ- ing, some litigation work pos- sible P/T (941)-268-7378 PUT CLASSIFIED TO WORK FOR YOU Venice, Englewood, North Port 207-1200 Pt. Charlotte Areas Call 206-1200 2010 PROFESSIONAL 2016 FINANCIAL BOOKKEEPER/ i ACCOUNTING CLERK .AR Computer experience. RETAIL MANAGEMENT w/Quickbooks, Word, Excel, Join our team in people skills. Salary neg., ben- ARCADIA & WAUCHULA efits. Drug Free. EOE Starting Salary 28K-32K Jacaranda West CC, Venice DOE, Closed Sundays, Fax resume: 941-497-7603 Med/Dental plan, excl. starting salary. 2020 CLERICAL/OFFICE Fax Resume to 863-967-2985 ACCOUNTING franmaun@msn.com CLERK Senior Frendship Centers Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Director Responsible for adminis- tration and management of volunteer programs. Experience in volunteer management and dealing with the public needed. Good public relations abili- ty, strong computer skills and data base experience. Vehicle, valid Florida Dri- vers License and proof of insurance reqLrd I:re employment sut' ir, :i- abuse testing r ur'-d .; well as backgro 'd .:hI-,e: Smoke-free enm :rrTnmeii EOE. Please fe- re-i Te to: (941) 365-5 1? Mn,- VP Civic Enga ,.nrrr The School District of DeSoto County, ':.1 r.:a jd. Fl is seeking qu ihl id i jp'. I cants for : Elementary School Princi- pal-Memorial Elementary 12 month position System Support Specialist- 11 month, 225 days position (Exp. maintaining windows PC's, Win 2003 Servers, Active Directory, Cisco Routers, managed network switches & other related peripherals and hardware). Elementary School Guidance Counselor Speech Pathologist Teachers (15) Grades 1-7 K-5 Science Teacher ESE Inclusion Teacher Marketing and Co-op 9-12 The School District of DeSoto County offers an excellent benefit package. For addition- al information on the above positions, please call Human Resources at: 863-494-4222 X135 or see postings and job appli- cation forms on the district website at: wwwdesotoschools.com The Sun is looking for a few good news reporters. We are an award-winning and very rast growing' newspaper ir need of reporters in our offices in Port Charlorte and Engle 'Aood Cr(nd.idtes should haJe strong writing background and sorne reportng experience We are a drug.tree .orl. plj3ce II vou arei itr're .Ied, ple .e -z.einid or tring resume and hdps o' Chris Porter. 23170 Harborview Rd., Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980 or e-mail to porter@sun- herald.com For more information, call 206-1134. WEB SUPPORT Charlotte County Government. Work under the supervision of webmaster to manage web content. $13/$19 hr. E-Mail resume to: communications @charlottecountyfl.com 2015 BANKING HEAD TELLER GTE Federal Credit Union continues to grow and seeks a qualified Head Teller to join our team! You will be responsible for ensuring consistent opera- tions in the teller area while maintaining a profes- sional, friendly, and a team spirit 'attitude. Provide support and supervision to tellers and be responsible for overall branch balanc- ing. 1-3 years experience required. We offer excellent com- pensation arid industry- leading benefits effective your first day of employ- ment! Please fax .your resume to (813) 414- 7501 or e-mail to resume@gtefcu.org. Pleases visit us at www.atefcu.org/jobs.aso. EOE M/F/D/V T'GTE 7 LOAN OFFICERS needed for in house Englewood real estate office. Great working enviro- ment. 239-878-0200 BUY IT! SELL IT! FIND IT! SUN CLASSIFIED! We have an immediate open- ing for an individual who is well versed in accounts payable/receivables. Experi- ence in the automotive field is helpful but not necessary. Apply in person at: Marine Dynamics, 3340 Placida Rd. Engl. 34224 941468-7869 ACCTS. RECEIVABLE/PAYABLE, DATA ENTRY needed for Local Contractor of 20 years. Must be familiar with Quick- books & Excel. IRA available & Vacation Pay. Fax resume to: (941)-743-3146 ADMIN POSmONS AVAILABLE: Seeking energetic individuals to fill full time office positions in our expanding company. computer experience necessary. Full Benefits Package Available. EOE Drug Free workplace. Fax Resume to 941-412-1609 tervis tumbler ART DEPARTMENT Sup- port Tervis Tumbler Co is looking for a team player to work in our Graphics Dept. Must be computer proficient, able to multi-task and possess excellent organi- zational skills. Email: Jobs@Tervis.com Fax: 941-441-2302 or apply in person M F, 9a 4p, 201 Triple Diamond Blvd, No Venice EOE/DFWP BOOKKEEPER needed. Must have 5 yrs. experience. Salary & Benefits. Fax resume to: (941)-206-3784 BOOKKEEPER-OFFICE MGR. P/T for construction Co. Knowledge of Quickbooks. John 941-371-7310 CLERICAL/ ACCOUNTING Part time position available in the finance dept. of The Sun Caost Media Group, Inc. Duties include: Data entry, filing, spreadsheets and other general accounting duties. Computer experi- ence preferred. 20-25 hrs. Monday through Friday. Fax resume to Deborah at 941-484-8452. Executive Assistant to assist in the business opera- iions of a medical practice. Full time, 30 -40 hrs/week vith benefits. Fax resume to 941- 625-0688. FT ACCT ASST for busy con- .truction office strong AR, AP, n-onst. draw, job costing & -:omputer skills required. Great rewarding job w/Benefits. Fax resume Sun Quest Homes at 941-460-0204 JELD-WEN Windows & Doors, the world's largest window and door manufacturer is accept- ing applications for: Customer Service Representative Requires strong comput- er proficiency with excel- lent communication'and phone skills. Window and door experience is preferred but not neces- sary. Great opportunity for ambitious person with strong work ethic. Hours are 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday, with some overtime a possi- bility.: Full-time benefits include *Medical & Dental Plan *Life Insurance Benefits *Excellent 401(k) eCollege Scholarship Program for employees' Children *Competitive Pay For the on going safety of our employees, drug screening is required. Apply in person 355 Center Court Venice, FL (941) 497-1984 JEI.IW EN. 'i wr-. -*. I OO4 g OFFICE ASSISTANT, multi-task skills, computer (Word/Excel needed), full time, 401K & health plans. Van Buskirk/Fish &Assoc. Phone (941)-426- 0681 Fax (941)426-6101 gf ii 2020 CLERICAL/OFFICE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR needed for full & part time. Multiple locations available. Must be profi- cient with computers and have experience in Quick Books. Must have great customer service skills, maintain a good attitude, be dependable and com- mitted to the work expe- rience. Please fax resume, salary history and full or part time pref- erence to 941-460-1877 Recep/Office FT position. North Port. Exc. Comm. Skills, MS Word, Excel, Quick- books. Fax res. to (941)429- 3107 or call (941)429-3100 RECEPTIONIST/DATA ENTRY, Full Time. Experience a must with Word Perfect & Excel. Excellent Benefits. Drug-Free Workplace. Start immediately. Call 941-637- 8488 SECRETARY: Landscape Co. P/T 7am-noon M-F $10/hr. Quickbooks &Word knowledge. Fax resume to 941-475-3711 The Charlotte Sun has a full time position open. Data Entry and Billing candidate needed. Monday Friday Day hours. This position will handle the scheduling of advertising. The billing of commercial print. Skills with Email, Word, Excel'required. Please apply to: Data Entry stoner@sun-herald.com 23170 Harborview Rd Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980 2025 COMPUTER Experienced, energetic med- ical software support person needed. Email resume & salary history to: selent@earthlink.net PROJECT MANAGER (WEB) Manage Web development projects. Bachelor's degree and 2+ yrs. exp. in ASP, ASP.net, Java, HTML, SQL, XML. Supervisory experience required. Exc.salary/benefits. Fax resume: 941-966-2590 or email resumes@nelsonpub.com SOFTWARE ENGINEER Ultra-Tech Enterprises, Inc. in Charlotte County has an open- ing for Software Engineer / Application to develop gen- eral applications & specializ- ing utility programs for Rail- way pass and Control Sys- tems & Equipment. Master's Degree required. Mail resume to Jeanne Rego, 4701 Taylor Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 TECH SUPPORT Englewood Software Co, PC, Phone, and problem solving skills required. Will train, benefits avail. bmitchell@merrymech.com 2030 MEDICAL ALERT!! CNA/HHA/CAREGIVER, day & night shift, full-time positions. 7-7s'. Bring CPR cards when applying.' Punta Gorda Elderly Care Center. 2295 Shreve St. PG, (941-575-9390 2 WEEK CNA TRAINING $250 SPECIAL/incl. book Quality Healthcare North Port 941-625-8933 A Preferred Nursing seeks LPNs and CNAs for facility staffing. Must be depend-. able, reliable, have good communications skills and meet employment require- ments. Call 941-624-6100 A Busy constantly growing family practice needs Medical Assistant/LPN. Fax resume (941) 575-9805 ALZHEIMER'S MANAGER River Oaks is an Emeritus Assisted Living Community committed to providing quality of care for seniors. We currently have a man- agement opportunity avail- able in our Memory Loss unit for an experienced Alzheimer's professional to pln & implement pro- gramming for our seniors. Activity, marketing and supervisory experience preferred. Competitive salary & benefits. Join our fantastic Team! River Oaks 925 S. River Rd. Englewood, FL 34223 Fax: 941-474-2285 BILLING & CONTRACT MANAGER We are look- ing for the best experi- enced person for a large Primary Care Physician's Office to oversee the billing department with skills in the following areas: Supervisory, Medicare & Third Party insurance billing & collec- tion, reimbursement post- ing, & Provider credential- ing/contracts. Great finan- cial package offered. Please fax resume to: (941) 625-3754. BILLING OFFICE/ MEDICAL SECRETARY in Port Char- lotte, FT/PT, exp. preferred. Personable, organiz./comput- er skills. Fax: 941-883-3938 2030 MEDICAL Busy Physical Therapy office in Venice is in need of a FRONT OFFICE/RECEPTION- IST. Previous medical front office exp a plus. Please fax resume to (941)426-6718 C.N.A.'S 2 F/T 2PM-10PM 10PM-6AM FREE GAS FOR 3 MONTHS This beautiful ALF is cur- rently seeking qualified individuals for full time employment. Come work at Mark Manor Assisted Living Facility. Great starting pay! We pay for experience. Shift differ- ential. 4 hour ALF Med- ication Assistance Certi- fication a plus! Excellent benefit pkg. VILLAGE ON THE ISLE MARK MANOR 930 Tamiami Trail Venice, FL Or call Marilyn Jacobs at 486-5462 or 941-685- 1587 to make an appt. EOE Drug Free Workplace Career Opportunity of a Lifetime!! For that special RN or LPN Pain Center w/2 Surgery Suites, 401 K, Health, Vaca- tion, Holidays. M-Th 8-5 Very rewarding. Fax resume 941-629-6993 CAREGIVER All shifts avail- i able, exp., or will train. Immediate opening 941-628-9030 CAREGIVERS.(2) nights f/t & other p/t. Small ALF in Venice. Will train. 941- 468-4678 or 941-496-4255 Caregiver/Companions In-Home Care. FT/PT & Live-In Avail. Work Now, Exp. Nec., Top Pay. Call (941)-496-9600 CHARLOTTE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Job Openings! www.charlotteregional.com A/terra STERLING HOUSE CNA /RESIDENT ASST'S ALTERRA STERLING HOUSE, an assisted liv- ing residence, is currently hiring full time CNA's or experienced RESIDENT ASSISTANTS for our day )nrd --.. ;, :h;,t; : h;ff ']i ri r nii j i a 1 -e ,.: r,.:i-, training differential, bonus programs and benefits available. Apply in person: 250 Bal Harbor Blvd., Punta Gorda CNA for fast paced walk in 'clinic, experience a must. Excellent benefit package. Monday Friday 8am-5pm. Call (941-629-2079 CNA We are currently hiring CNAs for the Douglas Jacobson VA Nursing Home in Port Char- lotte, FL Must currently hold FL CNA certification with 3 months experience in a long-term care facility. FT shift hours available 11-p-7a, all shifts available PT & PRN. 2030 MEDICAL DENTAL ASSISTANT Venice priv practice has F/T position. Join a dedi- cated, friendly, quality care office. Good comm skills. Dental background pref. Exc salary & bene- fits. Fax (941)-492-2994 or call (941)-416-3625 Family* e J4h nters Dental Assistants Experience and Expanded Functions certification preferred Dental Hygienist (Florida Licensed) Competitive compensation and great benefits. For our Port Charlotte office located at 4120 Tamiami Trail Suite E EOE/DFWP DIETARY AIDE Full Time. Apply in person Regent Club, 22332 Vick St., Port Char- lotte. (941)-627-5388 . EXP. ORTHODONTIC chair- side assistant wanted. Catch the "Team Spirit" and join a modern progres- sive practice. We offer a state of the art facility with excellent salary, health insurance, 401K and monthly incentive. FT / PT. Please fax resume to: (941) 627-6716. Eye Centers of Florida Office Manager/CSR II Punta Gorda Murdock Manage the daily oper- ations of the office as well as check patients in/out, data entry, verify insurance and collect payments. Please call Linda Russo at (239) 275-1176 ext. 1622 or fax resume to: (239) 790-2431 F/T RECEPTIONIST / SCHEDULING, CHARLOTTE SURGERY CTR, EXP PREF., BENEFITS, CALL MERRIE 625-3636 OR FAX RESUME TO 764-7542 FRONT OFFICE POSITION, F/T or P/T for our Primary Care Office in Venice. Exc pay! Fax resume to (941)496-9307 '//s/"/ IN THE SUN CLASSIFIED YOU CAN..... /Find a Pet /Find a Car /Find a Job /Find Garage Sales /Find A New Employee /Sell Your Home /Sell Your Unwanted Merchandise /Advertise Your Business or Service Classified -, ..., it's the reliable source for the right results For more information or to apply, please call louisealvi- no@aol.com. EOE 1-_ CNA'S I Take your family to Busch Gardens to ide onthe ShWkira. Work for us for 60 3 ". days and we give a.', a you ffickets! Stop riding the roller UJ iU coaster wih multiple ', ' jobs & get steady employment with us. RN $3.000 $5.000 BONUS OR FT Days or Pool 7-3 OR 3-11 Cath Lab $5,000 Bonus SICU 7a or 7p FULL-TIME ONLY L & D 5a -5p or 10a-lOp 9PACU Call Amber or come in. We'll be alad to see you. RN $1.500 $5,000 FT TELEMETRY Quality Healthcare Ctr, ER Pool 6940 Pan American Dr. Diabetes Edu/Occ Hith, N. Port North Port FINANCE (941).426-8411 Ass't Director Hospital Exp. Req. EOE. DFWP. Reimbursement Specialist CNA, MA or LPN, FT, with ben- Patient RepALLI efits, Tues -Sat. Please fax or mail resume to 2525 Harbor Med Technologist 5 License - Blvd. Ste 102, Pt Charlotte, Evenings $5000 Bonus FL 33952 fax 941-625-2751. Clinical Pharmacist PHD CRNA FT or Pool Dental Assistant/Certified Rad Tech Pool or expanded functions. FT or EKG Tech Pool will train appi w/pal PT dedicated team player for care exp. top quality solo practice. Clinical Coord/Physical Therapist Call (941)-639-8030 Occupational Therapist FT or PT F DENTAL RECEPTIONIST Immediate opening, full time, computer knowledge for Cut- ting Edge Dental Office. Fax resume to: 941-629-7702 .. .I 2030 MEDICAL 2030 MEDICAL HEALTHCARE A- Amedisys of Southwest Florida has exceptional opportunities in our Port Charlotte agency for: RN Clinical Manager - Full Time Business Office Manager Full Time Account Executive Full Time Registered Nurse - Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem Speech Therapist - Per Diem Occupational Therapist Per Diem Psychiatric Nurse - Per Diem LPN & RN'S 3PM- IIPMN & 1 IPM-7,AM FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS A\IJL ALSO POOL POSITIONS AVAILABLE $1000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS for 120 bed skilled nursing facility. BENEIFTS INCL: *Health Insurance after 60 days 0401(k) @ 90 days 9.<* *'- T:i:. )", ,7-i:"' To apply, please visit our +.. rOl . website, www.amedisys.eom; or, *i~-'l 1:i: t 1A7 you may email your Englewood resume to careers@amedisys.com; Healthcalre or fax to 904-296-2387. 1 lirur iLn EOE Enrle.-j.d, FL _31J24 Or c 311 HHA's/CNA's 941-474-9371 Fast growing private duty agency has immediate openings. Join an agency that treats you with MA/CNA, full time, Mon. - respect. Benefits & Fri., High volume, busy cardi- bonus plan available. ology office seeks, depend- Call Maria Gibson at Nurs- able, pleasant, detail oriented, ing Resources at multi-tasking person. Room- 941-485-1837 ing patients, EKG's/Holters, S" nursing-procedures, phone & HOUSEKEEPER for busy ALF. computer work. Great benefit Hotel experience helpful. package. EOE/ DFWP/Smoke Apply in person Sandhill Gar- Free. Fax resume, Attn: Julie dens 24949 Sandhill Blvd. (941)764-1657 Deep Creek, (941)-764-6577 Medical office assistant need- CNAs ed for a busy MD practice. CNAs CMA or LPN pref., Both front We are full & adding posi- & back office exp., pref., Pre- tions. Still need CNAs 3PM to vious medical office exp., a 11PM 11pm to 7AM, must. Competitive Salary & FT &PT Benefits. Call 941-627-5151 APPLY IN PERSON: Heritage Health Care Ctr. Medical Billing & A/R 1026 Albee Farm Rd. Therapist owned; rehab prac- Venice (941)-484-0425 tice has F/T Medical Billing position available. Proficient LIVE-IN CAREGIVER in electronic billing medicare small ALF Venice. Beautiful effi- & Priv. Ins. 4 + yrs exp. using ciency w/encl. porch. 48 hrs' medical billing software. wk off: $1400/mo9414886565 Competitive salary. EOE and M-F. Send resume to Char- LPN Exp., in fast paced Fami- lotte Sun, Attn: Terri 23170 ly Practice office. Neg., salary Harborview Rd. Box T, Port & benefit's. 30-40hrs. per Charlotte, FL 33980 week. DFWP. P.C. Fax resume to (941)-743-4287 or call (9411-7434445 ,.. , DII N r.,-.: 31i .ill'r Lr., E,-,irry'per- River Oaks is an Assisted Living Community committed to providing quality of care for seniors. We currently have an LPN position available. Hours 11am-7pm,;' ; flexibility required. Call Schamona at 941-474-8600. Join our fantastic Team! River Oaks 925 S. River Rd. Englewood, FL 34223 TheUN PUT CLASSIFIED TO WORK -FOR YOU! FIND A JOB! BUY A HOME! 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Technical Coord Radiology lex [ppotuniy Emloye .k&Du cenn eurd 1 111.11 ). I .!il CLASSIFIE The Sun Sunday, May 28, 2006 Page 4 D/E/N/C/V Venice Gondolier Sun 2030 MEDICAL NURSING Tandem Health Care of North Fort Myers, a leading provider of skilled nursing care, is cur- rently seeking the following: RNs, LPNs and CNAs Full & Part Time Weekends/PRN All Shifts Available! 2ND SHIFT NURSING SUPERVISOR We offer competitive wages, shift diffs, excellent benefits and much more. Come join our innovated team of caring professionals. For. quickest consideration, please apply online at: www.tandemhealthcareers.com Tanderh Health Care of North Fort Myers 991 Pondella Rd. NFM, FL 33903 Ph: 239-995-8809 HR@tandemhealthcare.com EOE/SF/DF S Hralll Care 'TANDEM OFFICE ASSISTANT Full time. Must be profi- cient in computers, cash handling & balancing, insurance billing & col- lections, swithboard. Competitive Pay Full Health Insurance Coverage Available 401(k) RECEPTIONIST Part Time, Occasional. Apply at HQM in Port Charlotte 4033 Beaver Lane Port Charlotte. OPTICIAN needed for Ophthal- mology office, exp' preferred. Must be self motivated, per- sonable. Exc. benefits. Fax resume to Eyecare & Surgery Ctr. 941- 575-9394. Opportunity to join our excellent team of administrative healthcare professionals. North Port Primary Care Practice CHECK-OUT CLERK Provide excellent cus- tomer service. Computer & telephone skills required. Medicare/Insurance knowledge helpful. Multi- tasking skills required. Friendly team-oriented atmosphere. Software training provided. FT/M-F 8:30-5:30, Benefits. Fax Resume: (941)426-3994 P/T Medical Transcriptionst for Outpatient Facility. Fax resume to Maria at (941) 627- 8080 PARISH NURSE- Fla. RN need- ed PT year round. Computer skills necessary. ,Letter & resume to: Burnt Store Pres- byterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd., PG., FL, 33950 or Fax: 941-639-1069 or E-mail to: bspc83@earthlink.net Part-Time Activities Coordinator, Apply: Arcadia Oaks, ALF 1013 E. Gibson St. Arcadia, Fl 34266 863-993-9760 PHLEBOTOMIST- Full Time, 5:30A-2:OOP NURSING HOUSE SUPERVISOR- Full Time, 7P-7A RN'S- Full Time, Nights - Med Surg, ICU, OB MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST- Full Time, 3P-11P PT. OR PTA Full Time, Days, Outpatient Rehab COTA- Full Time for Out- patient Rehabilitation & Home Health (shared posi- tion) HOME HEALTH RN, LPN. AIDE - Per Diem, includes week- ends and weekdays PT- Per Diem PATIENT ACCOUNTS DIRECTOR- Full time, 3-5 years experience, CPAM or CHFP certification pre- ferred. DMH Human Resources Desoto Memorial Hospital 900 N. Robert Ave. Arcadia, Fl. 34266 OR www.dmh.org and look under Careers OR Fax Resumes to: 863-494-8400 E-mail: hr@dmh.ore 863-494-8405 PHYSICAL THERAPIST & Physical Therapy Assistant F/T & P/T positions. Great opportunity for motivated therapist to join our ortho- pedic private practice in Englewood. Benefit pack- age and incentive bonus program. Fax resume to Administrator at (941)-921-6572 ADVERTISE In The Classifieds! 2030 MEDICAL Physical Therapist needed f( busy outpatient clinic. Con petitive salary and flexible hours. Fax resume to 94 505-2490 or email comprehabpt@aol.com RECEPTIONIST, full time, fc busy Pt. Charlotte dermatoli gist. Great benefits. Apply i person during office hour only. 2866-A Tamiami T (941)-764-1055. Alterra STERLING HOUSE RESIDENT ASSISTANT Are you a caring person who would like to work in a home like environment? If yes, Alterra Sterling House of Port Charlotte is currently seeking care- givers. 3 pm to 11 pm & 11 pm to 7 am. Great ben- efits for our employees. If interested please come in to apply: Please apply in person at: 18440 Toledo Blade Blvd. Pt Charlotte, FI. 33948 EOE M/F/D/V RN CIRCULATOR Lper ren,:eJ OF .Irculviltor Ir rnulli Sre .,e i.air, A ?ood benelit: worring --r,.ronrii,.-nrt F,. Ii'iri 'lr 14 11 4 ,j ', 4 RN'S/LPN'S Weekends all shifts Weekend Supervisor 7A-7P Retention Bonus. Exc. salary & benefits. Apply in person for further details: Quality Healthcare Ctr. 6940 Pan American Dr. North Port (9411-426-8411 EOE. DFWP. RN/F.PN, F/T 11PM to 7AM. P/T 7am- 3pm & 7pm -7am baylor shift Avail. F/T MDS Nurse. Every weekend positions available also! APPLY IN PERSON: Heritage Health Care 1026 Albee Farm Rd. Venice 941-484-0425 Seeking Dynamic Profes- sional RN's, LPN's and CIA's interested in working in a modern state of the art skilled nursing center. If you are interested in a career with a caring compa- ny who values and rewards professionalism and will pro- vide a competitive salary, flexible hours and fuel assis- tance then contact us at 863-494-5766 or email at: dhrnursing@vahoo.com Skilled Nursing Facility RN SUPERVISOR Weekend, Day Shift Part Time Contact:, Gloria (941) 625-1229 ************** LPN, F/T for ALF AM & Evening Hours Contact Tammie (941) 625-1220 EXTENSION 326 Apply in person: 23013 Westchester Pt. Charlotte, FL 33980 Harbour -lealti Center """ * THE COURTYARD OF HORI- ZON IS NOW HIRING RESI- )ENT AID STAFF FOR THIRD SHIFT FULL TIME AND PRN FOR ALL SHIFTS. IMM. START 'AY DIFFERENTIAL FOR THIRD SHIFT. MONTHLY GAS BONUS! CALL: 624-2225 OR APPLY IN PERSONN AT 26455 RAMPART BLVD. DEEP CREEK. 2035 MUSICAL Enter your classified ad online and pay with your credit card. It's fast, easy, and convenient. Go to sun-herald.com/classi- fieds. Fast Convenient Easy Sun-Herald.com/classifieds (Visa or Mastercard) StTN 2040 RESTAURANT/ HOTEL $15/hr for Expd COOK Apply in person 7-3pm Cockpit Cafe, 400 E Airport Ave, Venice Is (next to Hertz) ALL POSITIONS APPLY IN PERSON AT BARNACLE BILLS; 2901 Placida Rd,Englewood ANGELINO'S PIZZERIA Now Hiring, Servers, part time/full time eve. Apply in Person: 992 Tamiami Trl. Pt Char. 941-624-0161 BUY IT! SELL IT! FIND IT! SUN CLASSIFIEi)S! 2040 RESTAURANT/ HOTEL ARBY'S NOW HIRING Mangers & Crew Great Pay & Benefits Apply In Person 430 US Hwy 41 By-Pass Venice. 941-485-9381 TJ Maxx Plaza BARTENDERS NEEDED. PART TIME CALL 941-625-7571 BENEDETTO'S STEAKHOUSE & MARTINI BAR Come join our our fab- ulous team & enjoy a great work enviorn- ment in one of the finest restaurants in town! EXPERIENCED BROILER COOKS COUNTER HELP PIZZA COOKS EXPEDITORS BOUNCERS (813) 504-5218 BOCA PALMS EATERY Boca Grande HIRING ALL POSITIONS. Tolls paid. 941-964-2002 Usa or Steve fMCDonaIOs CHARLOTTE HARBOR McDONALD'S Looking for Enthusiastic energetic, people to work ALL shifts. MANAGEMENT CREW & MAINTENANCE opportunities available. Call Sandy at 941-457-2809 Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club Now hriing Assistant Dining Room Manager. Experience preferred. F/T. Com- petitive salary & bene- fits. Call for appoint- ment Tue Fri after 10am. (941)-629-5131 Comptroller Private club has comptroller opening for accounting depart- ment. Should have 5- 10 yrs accounting background or Associates Degree, be computer literate, able to handle accounts receivable, payable & tax filing. Monday thru Friday work week. Paid vaca- tion, insurance, holi- days & meals. Send resume to: Charlotte Sun, 23170 Harborview Rd. Box I. Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980. Food Service Personnel for Correctional Feeding Pro- gram. Food production experi- ence. A clean background & be able to pass drug screen- ing for security clearance. $100)Sign on Bonus after 90 days. Benefits with advance- ment opportunity. 941-637- 6880 or 941-833-2459 / ISLES \ /YACHTCLUB\ NOW HIRING: BUS PERSONS Apply in person Tuesday- Friday 1780 West Marion Ave. Punta Gorda. DFWP GRILL COOKS COOKS NIGHT MAINTENANCE ALL SHIFTS Apply in Person 800 Kings Highway Port Charlotte Old Country Store MAKE A GREAT CAREER MOVE EARNING TOP PAY & BENEFITS Cooks & Dishwashers bring in your current paycheck and we will pay you more. Denny's located at 1910 S. McCall in Englewood is seek- ing ALL POSITIONS, ALL SHIFTS. We offer competitive pay, good benefits for Full/Part Time and growth opportunity. Guaranteed interview or to Pre-Qualify Call 1-877-346-8759 Denny's Rest. 2107 Monty's Restaurant now hiring experienced Waitstaff, Kitchen Help & Delivery Drivers. Apply in person: 2pm - 5pm. 2310 Tamiami Trl., Suite 3101, Punta Gorda 2040 RESTAURANT/ HOTEL NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS OPENING JUNE 1ST. PAN-ASIAN RESTAURANT BRICKYARD PLAZA CALL M-F 2-5PM. 941400-5185 NOW HIRING Waitstaff, Dish- washers & Linecooks. Apply at Fishery Rest, 13000 Fish- ery Rd Placida 941-697-2451 McDonaids Now Hiring for the following positions: MAINTENANCE & ALL POSITIONS ALL SHIFTS Apply in person: McDonald's PROMENADES MURDOCK 3232 Tamiami Trail Port Charlotte. PEACH'S IS LOOKING FOR MOTIVATED, experienced people for our high vol- ume Breakfast/lunch restaurant. Join our team. DISHWASHERS, Apply in person 1230 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice.' PM SANDWICH MAKERS, BARTENDERS, DISHWASHERS: Olde World Restaurant, 14415 S. Tamiami Tr, N Port PORT CHARLOTTE MOTEL, seeks Experienced FRONT DESK OPERATOR. Must apply in person, 3491 Tamiami Trail, PC PREP PERSON AND DISH- WASHER F/T for busy restau- rant, good pay & benefits. Apply 9-11AM or 2-4PM, see Marc or Homero, Sharky's 1600 S. Harbor Dr., Venice. Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse Port Charlotte is now hiring all kitchen positions Apply M-F between 10a.m. and 4p.m. Day one benefits! SHOGUN JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE is hiring Kitchen & Wait Staff. Up to $9/hr. for experi- enced. Apply in person 1219 US 41 Bypass Venice Call After 3PM. 485-8746 Smuggler's Fishermen's Village Now hiring DISHWASHERS Call 637-1177 ext 116 SOUS CHEF needed, experienced, good leadership qualities. Call 239-370-0583. T.G.I. FRIDAYS Now Hiring Line Cooks Apply in Person: 18600 Veterans Blvd P.C. (941)-625-2225 2050 SKILLED TRADES Positions Available: Miami Valley Concrete all Locations TRUCK DRIVERS (Class A&B CDL) *LOADr.R OPERATORS *FORKIUFT OPERATORS MIECEhLkNICS LABORSS Excellent Wages Full Benefit Pl'g eoe/drugfrEe 'workplace Call 941-915-2048 A/C SERVICE TECH. f needed. Carrier exp. pref. Exp. DUCT MECH. & HELPERS also needed for rough & trim crews. SERV. TECHS. earn great wages and perf. pay. MECH. are paid top piece-work pay. Must have winning atti- tude, valid FL DL. Apply 4 Seasons AC, 1592 Market Cir., Murdock (941)-627-2132 C A/C Replacement & Maint. O Techs. EPA cert, valid DL, ben- 8 fits. Sarasota Co. Fax 941- I 184-0088, Call 485-8820 VC COMPANY looking for quality Duct Installers & helper. Must have valid FL dri- vers lic. (941)-255-1103 AC INSTALLERS. Pay based in ability. Sarasota Braden- C n area. Benefits. DFWP, EOE all Rob (239)-344-6630, 2050 SKILLED TRADES 2050 SKILLED TRADES ADMINISTRATIVE *********** ****** ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT $10.00 to $11.00 starting rate depending on experience Local ser- vice organization is seek- ing an Administrative Assistant at our FORT MYERS LOCATION. Duties include inventory control, basic data entry, appointment setting and assisting the Service Manager on other duties as required. We're seeking applicants with strong Microsoft XP or equal experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience in both incoming and outgoing calls for a small office. We prefer candidates with some inventory con- trol experience and the ability to multi-task. Join our team and learn how to put your talent to work for you. Please email resume or letter of interest to: Tom.Merwin@dowelectronlcs.com or call 239-707-8581 for more information. DRS is a drug/smoke free EOE. DIGITAL RECEPTION SERVICES Airport Night Watchman Detailed job description and application may be viewed at charlottecountyairport.com/part ti me_employment.htm. Applications and resumes accepted until June 2, 2006 at the Charlotte County Air port, 28000 Airport Rd., Bldg 109, Punta Gorda, FL. EOE ALL PHASES OF CONSTRUC TION. Daily. Pay! $8.00 $16.00/hr.' Suncoast Labor Solutions. (941-613-0070 ATrN! Willing To Train! Gillis Const. will'train you ir Soffit & Fascia installation & more. Construction exp helpful but not required. Com- petitve wages. Must have own transportation. High Schoo grads welcome. EOE DFWP S(866)-726-5068 Audio-Video-Low Voltage Technician. Experienced ONLY. FT,' benefits. Need tools & clean driving record. Travel required. (941)-764 6464 AUTO CAD TECH Immediate opening, excellent pay & benefits. Byrnes Sur- veying, Inc. 19800 Veterans Blvd. Unit D-4, (941)-743- 6989 AUTOMOTIVE TECH needed for busy auto- motive repair shop. Benefits & good pay. Fax resume to: (941)-485-0291 Bilingual spanish/english w/ drivers license, will train to become FOREMAN, good pay. Call Ben (941)- 629- 1280 DFW Botd Brothers Service looking 'or quality duct installers & helpers. Valid FL driver license. EOE/DWFP 2460 Highlands Rd. Harbor Heights. 941-627-8881 Boxblade Finish Operator. Top pay!! (941)-915-7095 3oyd Brothers Service looking for Electricians & Helpers. Rough, trim, & misc. Retire- ment/health/Vac./holidays. Long term employ. Valid FL driver license. 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Apply in person to: Call: ABC Electric Southwest Restoration, 1-800-282-7093 or fax 24100 Tiseo Blvd., resume (239)-936-9541 Unit 13, Port Charlotte (941)-743-4466 Electricians and Electricians- helpers needed, will train. Ben- CARPENTERS (FRAMING) efits avail. Must have valid Valid drivers lic, tools & trans- Florida drivers license. Apply portation required. in person: The Drage.Corp., 941-475-7641 1089 Tamiami Trail. PC CARPENTERS & EXP. ELECTRICIANS EXPERIENCED HELPERS Needed for North & HELPERS needed for 12 yr Port Framing Crew. Top old family operated business. pay, overtime pay, benefits Great benefits include health avail. 941-628-5568 insurance, pd holidays, vaca- CARPENTERS & EXPERI- tions & bonuses. Hrly &/or ENCED FORM CARPEN- piece work avail. Call for inter- TERS with concrete experi- view 941-743-5089. ence needed immediately in Electricians & Helpers Port Charlotte. Commercial, Wanted Pd holidays, Pd vac., Metal, Stud, Framing. bonuses, health insurance. EXCELLENT PAY! Start Longterm employ 698-9799 Immediately. Please call Rick ELEC S n d. at (941)-624-3855 or fax ELECTRICIANS needed. resumes to: (941)-6246258 Must have experience & Valid Drivers License. Health CARPENTERS & HELPERS Insurance & Retirement New construction, local work. Plans available. Paid TOP PAY! Benefits. Must have Vacations & Holidays. tools & transportation. (941)-639-1250 (941)-697-6648 S CARPENTERS & ELECTRICIANS METAL FRAMERS FOREMAN & HELPERS SCall Suarez (941)-448-3676 w/ Commercial experi- Habla Espanol ence. F/T permanent position w/full benefits CARPENTERS package. Top pay, valid BocaGrande area. Exteri- driver's lic. required. or renovation project. DFWP SCall Ron 941-628-8614 (941)-474-3104 for more info & interview CARPENTERS NEEDED. Good ELECTRICIANS! Do you -pay, excellent working cond. want to earn up to $30 per - Local contractor looking for hour? Best Electric is looking experience carpenters. Must for self motivated, service have own tools & transporta- technicians with more than 5 tion. Please call (941)-255- years min. residential experi- 3002 ence. We offer great wages, I incentive bonus plan, health, CARPENTERS ONLY 401K, uniforms, fully stocked -Serious workers. Great. pay. "Super Trucks" YOU take SGood hours. 941-916-4101 home & more. If this sounds S KX4 Construction right for you call for confiden-' CDL DRIVERS & HELPERS tial interview (941)-613-2378 Labor intensive. Immediate or fax resume 239-992-8481 benefits, Medical, Dental & EXCAVATOR (mini) Experi- Vision plans. Life insurance, enced. Full time position. Able SRetirement, 401k, Paid Vaca- to perform all aspects of slab : tions, paid holidays, Apply at: work. Must have a clean valid Seacoast Supply Florida Drivers License. Ability 3045 S. McCall Rd. to drive trucks & trailer. Com- Englewood, 941-474-8185 petitve ,pay. DFWP. Contact D/F/W/P Sean at Seabreeze Electric. - CERAMIC TILE HELPER, F/T (239) 707-1473 position, clean drivers lic. Exp. Back Hoe Operator Call Creative Tile Mon. Fri: Needed. Very competitive (941)-485-7474 Venice salary Driver's License a CHAUFFEURS will train, must Call (863)-993-0477 Fax resume and clean MVR Exp. Final Grade Skid- 941-627-5712. Steer & Dozer Operator. COMMERCIAL ESTIMATOR Prefer Class A CDL. needed for busy 941-716-2521 excavating company. (863)-993-0880 EXPERIENCED Concrete form crew leader CDL DRIVER needed ASAP. Class A Diplomat Construction. 941-716-2521 625-8625. Experienced shingle, layers Crane Operator, Experience, needed. One man or a whole Good Driving Record, Compet-' crew. Must have own trans- itive Pay. Leave msg 941- portation. (941) 628-9329 Lv 833-0572. Msg. DRIVERS POSITIONS avail- able for Ready Mix'Co. in Sara- sota & Charlotte Counties. Class B/CDL required, along with current DMV report. Ben- efits, major medical, 401K, paid vacation & pension plan. Call 1-941-626-9700 Mon - Fri. 8 4pm. DRIVER LOCAL DELIVERY PODS INC. is now seeking dri- vers for Eglewood/Fort Myers area, that possess 1-2 years delivery exp., and a clean driving record. Base pay + ongoing incentives. Benefits after 90 days. Resumes can be sent hr@pods.com or fax: (866)-310-3627. DRIVER needed Full Time Vust have CDL, Class C license, (Hazmat pre- ferred), and be able to lift 50lbs. minimum. Fax resume to: 941-629-6097 or apply in person to: 4190 Hidden Blvd., Port Charlotte DRYWALL/ PAINTERS WANTED Experienced Only. Light construction knowledge helpful. Valid drivers license a must. Drug Free Workplace - Salary to commensu- rate with experience Apply in person to: Southwest Restoration, 24100 Tiseo Blvd., Unit 13, Port Charlotte (941)-743-4466 )ue to expansion Experi- enced & Committed Water echnician for installation & service. Competitive wages, benefits & good bonus plan. Candidate must be highly motivated and responsible with clean drivers license. .ocal work. Call (941)-629- 777 or fax resume to (941) 629-9800 )UMP TRUCK DRIVER needed. lust have Class A or B CDL license. Medical & clean dri- ing record. Apply in person monday Friday, 8am-4pm to: 6816 SW CR 769, Arcadia, L (863)-494-4108 DUMP TRUCK DRIVER, CLASS B CDL required. SCall 863-993-0880 DUMP TRUCK DRIVER, Must have Class B license. Local work. 941-875-1450 C e t, C b P b( FACIA & SOFFIT GUT- TER INSTALLERS. Immediate opening for exp. installers. Must have at least 3 yrs. ver- -ifiable install exp. and must hold a VALID FL. DL. We provide truck & power tools. Competi- tive pay. Call today, (941)-255-3330 FENCE INSTALLERS, & LABORERS will train with valid driver's lic. & depend- able transportation. 941- 629-4202 FIRE PROTECTION EXPERIENCED FOREMAN & FITTERS Call Tory at 239-872-2009 Full Time Drivers & Labor- ers positions available. CDL Class B req., heavy lifting req. Benefits include FREE health ins, 2 wks paid vacation, pd holidays & sick time, Christ- mas bonus, 401K plan with profit sharing. 'Min. 10 hrs weekovertime. No nights, no weekends, no holidays. A great opportunity for anyone who likes, working outdoors. Come see us at 19910 Veter- ans Blvd., Port Charlotte. LEAD GLAZIER POSITION Top pay to-right person. Exp. in mirrors, showers & store- front. (941)-473-9600 Granite Company in Punta Gorda is seeking permanent, Full Time, .experienced Sawman.. Must speak Eng- lish. Top pay. Company paid benefits. 941-639-5599. HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC w/ own tools. Call Bill @ Forsberg Construction.(941)-637-8500 EOE/DFWP INSTALLER/ MAINTENANCE TECH if you are looking for a future with a small A/C Co. in Venice. Call Franks Heating & Cooling at (941)-493-6094 A Bargain Hunters Delight Check the Classifieds first! A Whole Marketplace of shopping is right at your fingertips' Call The Sun Classifieds Today! From Venice. Englewood, North Port Areas Call 941-207-1200 From Pt. Charlotte Areas Call 941-206-1200 IEW CONSTRUCTION NSTALLERS' & Installers needed FT with & without CDL Mill train. DFWP, paid holidays Vacation. Apply in person at tan's Septic Service, 5287 )uncan Rd. Hwy 17, P.G. LECTRICIAN'S & Electrician's Helper. Now hiring. Please call (941)-429-4900 ASK FOR JENNY / NEED A JOB? CHECK THE CLASSIFIED! 2050 SKILLED TRADES Keesling Construction, Inc. Area's most established structural concrete con- structors are currently seek- ing personnel for the follow- ing positions for work in the Charlotte Co. area. Long term, career minded, quality conscious individuals only need apply *Crane operator, *Boom Pump Operator *Working Foreman *Form Carpenters *Carpenter Helpers *Concrete Finishers *Marine Construction Personnel Masons Mason Tenders Apply in .person at 615 Dupont Street, Punta Gorda, FL or call (941) 639-3166. Drug Free Workplace LABORERS WANTED FOR ROOFING COMPANY. MUST HAVE DL & OWN TRANS PORTATION. (941)-650-8736 Lead Man skilled in drywall, stucco, framing experience a must to run remodeling crew. Must have driver's license and own transportation to and from job sites. Salary based on experience. 941-613- 1001 MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Our property continues to grow and we are seeking to fill the following Maintenance positions to join our Apartment Commu- nity team located in North Port. Temporary- Full time main- tenance technician (up to 2 mos.) This customer service- oriented maintenance techni- cian will be experienced in car- pentry, HVAC, dry-wall, electri- cal, plumbing, and appliance repair. Must be available for on-call and have good driving record. Excellent work environ- ment. Competitive salary of $12.00/hr. Regular Full time Mainte- nance Technician. Prefer technician to live on-site. Quali- fied applicants must be self motivated, have the ability to provide excellent customer ser- vice, and be experienced in Property Management mainte- nance-including carpentry, HVAC, dry-wall, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair. Must be available for on-call and have good driving record. Excellent work environment. Salary based on experience plus benefit package. Send cover letter & resume, specifying whjch position you are interested in to: Tole- do Club Apartments, 3500 Island Club Drive, North Port, FL 34288. MACHINE OPERATOR, experi- ence. for concrete paver man- ufacturer, competitive pay and benefits. Fax 863-491-0724 email kpinder@tremron.com Mailroom Technician Experienced in both Mechanical and/or electrical repair of mailroom equipment - newspaper industry. 40+ hours work week. Must be available for week-ends and on-call. Salary commensurate with experience. Health insurance, 401k, vaca- tion. Immediate opening. EOE, Drugfree workplace / pre- employment drug testing required. Contact: Paul Mullens Maintenance Manager Charlotte Sun, 941-206-1423 MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR Must have experience with HVAC, Plumbing, building maintenance experience. ************* Competitive Pay Full Health Insurance O Coverage Available 401(k) Apply at HQM in Port Charlotte 4033 Beaver Lane Port Charlotte. MARINA FORKLIFT OPERATOR :XP'D, FULL TIME, BENEFITS, OR BUSY MARINA ON PINE SLAND. (239)-283-0250 OR !00-523-9223. :MAIL:jhmarina@aol.com. VIASONS NEEDED. Call Jay, 141-628-1541. IECHANIC small engine, for )cal Venice shop. 30/hrs a neek. Call for details 941- 88-1569 MECHANIC Exp. heavy duty diesel truck. 941-716-2521 resume to (941)964-2009 Dany Magill, Inc. ASK US HOW you can place a PICTURE of your item for sale in your classified ad! I 2050 SKILLED TRADES Now accepting applications TRUCK & AUTO ACCESSORY TECH. 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Dental, LTD, 401(k), ESOP, Paid Vacation Call (239)-332-4646 ext 244 B&I Contractors, Inc.. An Employee Owned Company Visit us on-line bandicontractors.com Plumbers & helpers need- ed, EXPERIENCED only for projects in Lee county. Bear's Plumbing, (239)-597-2951 PLUMBERS AND HELPERS NEEDED TO WORK CHAR. & SARASOTA COUNTY, EXP. NECESSARY, 423-1400 Plumbers/Helpers & Service Techs Immediate openings. No 24hr. requirements. 'Babes Plumbing Inc, 140 E..Miami Av. Venice. (941)-4886074 D/F/W/P, EOE Port Charlotte Florist, help wanted for Del., Driver/phone sales, Full time, 10-6, Satur- days incl., Apply in person only @ 900 Tamiami Trail PC. POOL SERVICE Technician Will train the right person. Must be dedicated & orga- nized. MUST! like to clean pools. Top Pay. Call for an application (941) 575- 7222 or fax resume to (941) 575-7233. POOL TECH needed, PT Must be experienced. Apply at: Emerald Point Office, 25188 Marion Ave. Punta Gorda, between 9am -4pm, Monday Friday. DFWP Port Charlotte's Premier Retirement Community is seeking motivated, friendly indi- viduals for the following position: *AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIAN F/T Competitived.pay & ben- efits including 401(k). Beautiful surroundings. Friendly work enviorn- ment. Apply in person: 23033 Westchester Blvd., Port Charlotte EOE/DFWP SOrIIH PORT SoUnDR '* Press/ Mailroom Technician M.,:-h'nn,.:al j'nd rO i .,iJ' a or r l r, r --.l :'ar ,:,oii ,)upi n'-re,, ll+ hour '.,rl ,vee I.luisr bte juj.lale r-.r Cocnt ,nd: Pnal M:,r, :u ra l te A'lh S, ,re n ,: IMalth in:ur.jmrai:e 1Ol-. vja : ti-nri Immeli;.ae ..pential EiE, i rug1ree w,:,r C 1 .. e / Boea rnd re.lu rej r Contact: Paul Mullens Maintenance Manager Charlotte Sun 941-206-1423 PROJECT MANAGER/ ESTIMATOR Small com- mercial, multi-family, high end residential. Engl/ Boca Grande areas. 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Water Resources Division Director. Highly advanced technical and administrative position. M.S. degree pre- ferred, P.G. registration, ten years experience. Salary range is $69,005 to $100,057. Position is located at Sarasota Office. Project Engineer. B.S. degree, E.l. or P.E. registration, three years experience. Salary range is $44,556 to $72,950. Position is located at Sarasota Office. Instrumentation/Controls. Technician. A.A. degree in electrical or mechanical systems, five years experience. Salary range is $34,487 to $50,008. Position is located at the Peace River Facility in DeSoto County. Electrician. Vocational/technical diploma, journeyman's electrical license, five years experience. Salary range is $31,611 to $45,836. Position is located at the Peace River Facility in.DeSoto County. Application available at regionalwater.org or contact the Peace River/Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority, Human Resources, 1645 Barber Road, Suite A, Sarasota, FL 34240. Tel. 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C ll 941-624-3255 and .4i for JEFF LEONARD or ROBIN SEELEY Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Inc. All call sys., training, non- compete broker, full support with no expenses. Call for details. . ERA Advantage Realty 941-255-5300 www.eraportcharlotte.com www.eranorthport.com Real Estate Career - Century 21 Aztec & Associ- ates has a position for a licensed real estate agent for our award winning office in Charlotte Harbor. Superb loca- tion and facility. Owner/ Bro- ker on site. Major Medical available. Begin the inter- view process with a direct call to Rick Page. Cell (941) 815- 2199. 2070 SALES WELCOME HOME REAL ESTATE MAGAZINE IS LOOKING FOR A Excellent Benefits To Include *Paid Vacation *Paid Holidays OHealth Care OMedical 0401(k) Savings Plan with Company match Please submit resume to Linda Shinsky Ishinsky@welcome-home.com Fax: 941-484-8460 or apply within 200 E. Venice Av., Venice Drug-Free Workplace Wireless Retail Store in North Port & Venice area. Great commission & salary. Sign onr bonus. 941-875-7747. 2090 CHILD/ADULT CARE NEEDED ASST. NURSERY ATTENDANT needed,for ages 0-5 yrs. old on Saturday eves & Sunday mornings. Letter & resume to: Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, 11330 Burnt Store Rd., PG., FL, 33950 or fax: 941-639-1069 or E-mail to: bspc83@earthlink.net BABYSITTER NEEDED: perma- nent P/T weekend evenings, Venice area. One 4-yr old child. References. (941-545-5625 BABYSITTER WANTED for 2 days/wk for 3 grt children in N Port. (941)-429-5452 Childcare personnel need ed for large facility. Pay based on experience. Sign-on bonus. Call (941) 268-2633 for appointment. WANTED Exp. F/T CNA, private duty elderly lady, M-F 8am-4pm. Also need P/T sitter for elder- ly lady. Top pay!! P.C. Call after 5pm. (941)-629-3637 2100 GENERAL $9/hr. Just drive locally in our vehicle. Seniors welcome. Flexible. No deliveries. Clean FL. DL. (239)-281-9111. 16 Security Officers Needed Armed/Unarmed. FT/PT. $800 Sign-On Bonus Weekly pay. Benei;l: Paid.; .j EOE Call 941-:, *:.- ' 473-3000 TREE SERVICE needs TRIM MAN. Responsible, reliable person w/valid Fl. Drivers' License for busy Engle- wood area Tree Service with year round work. Great Pay for Right Person. Experience preferred, but will train. REAL ESTATE LICENSE Also laborer needed Full tuition riembursement! Century 21 C&L Real Estate ACE Door hiring FT Driver. (Comiunity & Leadership) Valid FL DL a must! Benefits Full scheduled training/support available after 90 days. Apply Liberal Commission Split at: 1232 Market Circle, Pt. Days (941) 485-9222 Charlotte. Eves (941) 497-0620 ALERT!! REALTY QUEST Good People Wanted Seeking newly licensed' Fu"i hTre n,-eed. now, Car- Real Estate Agents & ing, dependable individuals Experienced Agents. Will wanted for caring for provide training. Call Jan elderly- Night/Day Posi- S941-915-4603 tion. Will train. COOKS ww.R y-Q t. o position also needed. www.RealtyQuest.com' (941)-575-9390; 2295 Sales Representative & Shreve Street; P.G. Scheduler/Customer Retention Specialist. Pcsi- Appointment Setters need- tions available NOW. Come ed, full or part time avail- join a growing, dynamite sales able. Hourly + commission. & 'service organization. Bene- Pd. Vacation + Holidays & fits, 401(k). Company is a Benefits available. Call Drug Free Workplace & Equal today @ (941)-206-2154 Opportunity Employer. Call (941) 629-3033 or fax '"e rT T _ resume to: (941) 629-1382 TT | 1 SALES/MARKETING REP, P/T Sell advertising for aviation magazine. Sales'exp PUT CLASSIFIEDS required. Aviation experience a+, but not necessary. TO WORK Email resume-to FOR YOU! admin@moaoilot.com or call (941)-486-1960 FIND A JOB! SALES/PHONE PRO'S BUY A HOME! Must be confident, ener- getic, & money motivated. BUY A CAR! F/T or P/T. Paid Training. Hourly + Bonus'. Highest SUN HERALD Commissions paid in the HE L business. 941-743-6616 KIOSK HOURS SALESPERSON wanted for Harbor Style Magazine. Great PtClhaMiL TowInC I money potential! Ad Sales for a premier lifestyle publication. Would you like to Ilace your Please call 941-205-2410 classified ad after regular busi- ness hours? Ifs easy, just pick SERVICE WRITER need up the phone & call our mall ' for busy automotive office, open m til Mn- repair shop. Benefits office, open 10am til9pm Mon- & good pay. Fax Sat, and Noon til 5pm on Sun- resume to: day. (941)-485-0291 206-1200 ASK US 206-1700 Call To Place HOW Your Classified Ad NOW! you can place a NOW PICTURE of your item T J L for sale nnrrsn in i. NEWSPAPERS in your .' .N.6, N o- 'So.. W olorr classified ad!-' : 2100 GENERAL, Are you sick of sitting home night after night watching the same old re-runs? Then come join our team at the Charlotte Sun where you can get together with great friendly people of all ages. All are welcome here. The Charlotte Sun is one of the fastest growing newspapers in the country and we are taking applications for the following positions. Night Mailroom Inserting Crew From 11:30 pm to 3:30 am Must be able to lift 25 Ibs 20 to 30 hours per week Minimum of 4 nights needed, 2 ND SHIFT PRESS STACKER From 5:00 Pm to 12:00 Am Must be able to lift 25 Ibs Minimum of 4 nights needed If this sounds like your kind of job please come in and fill out an application between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday, OR 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM. You can call us after 8:00 PM at (941) 206- 1436, Askfor Carl or Robin The Charlotte Sun 23170 Harborview Rd. Charlotte Harbor (Office is across from Schoolhouse Square) ASSISTANT EDITOR The Venice Gondolier Sun seeks an Assistant Editor. Reoorting duties include: Covering Venice City Govern- ment and general assign- ments. Editorial duties include: Editing and proofreading, assisting with story assign- ments and news budgeting, supervising the copy desk, and page design and layout. The job requires -e...:.r rer. ing and news-writing experi- ence, knowledge of the AP Stylebook and experience designing and laying out pages in Quark. Send a resume and work samples to: VENICE GONDOLIER SUN 200 E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 Attn: Bob Mudge, or e-mail bmudge@venicegondolier.com ATTN. Computer help wanted. Earn $500. $6000. per mo. FT /FT. 888-8064012 or www.dhomebiz.com AUTO DETAILERS/ LOT ATTENDANT needed FT or PT We Train! Great Hours. $9.00 per hour. Call Matt @ Gene Gorman's Auto Sales. (941)-639-1601, Punta Gorda AUTO TECH NEEDED Good Hours/Good pay Apply in person. Sterns Auto 1590 S. McCall Rd. Aviation Line Service- Part Time Position The Charlotte County Airport is seeking a part-time Line Service Technician to service, refuel, marshal, tow and moor- ing aircraft. Training will be provided. Information and applications can be down- loaded at http://flypgd.com/parttime_ employment.htm. Shift work, weekends and holidays required. Applications and resumes accepted until June 2, 2006, at the Charlotte County Airport, 28000 Airport Rd., BIdg 109, Punta Gorda, FL. EOE AVON EARN EXTRA $$$ Call for info 1-800-796-2622 Indepen. Sales Rep. Boat Detailer. Come join the pros. Steady year round work. Great starting pay for the right person. Call 941-764-7928 or cell, (609)-618-0113 CAREGIVER at Assisted Living Facility, FT or PT. Flex hrs, will train. Start $8.50/hr. (941)-488-5970 CAREGIVERS NEEDED. Long & short hrs. needed. Overnight/weekends. Retirees welcome..(941)488-2248 CARPET INSTALLERS 2 person crew. Licensed & insured. Top pay. (941)-966-3681 CLEANING Clubhouse for golf course & other various duties. 20-25hrs/wk. Call before 11AM. (941)474-1753 ext. 6 CLEANING PERSON for grow- ing co. PT to FT $9/hr. Reli- able vehicle a must. Back- ground check req. 941-5866544 COUNTER & PRESSER NEEDED No exp. nec. A/C plant Apply within: Venetian Cleaners, 439 S. Tamiami Tr Venice 2100 GENERAL 2100 GENERAL Construction Cleaning F/T HOUSEKEEPER & A rapidly growing company in F/T FLOOR TECH need of FT/PT employees. Some early morning hours. Must be dependable and NEW HIRING RATES energetic.Start immediately. FREE GAS FOR 6 MONTHS 941-270-0742 Premier Retirement com- CONSTRUCTION LABORER premier R etireent needed for local work. Must unity is seeking be experienced. Competi- edge of floor care & tive wages & benefits. Apply in housekeeping to join our person btwn. 3pm-5-pm at: team. We offer 610 Charlotte St., Suite 1, PG al & Deal I COUNTER SALES Venice Retirement Saving wholesaler seeks a motivated Plan from day 1 of person with a positive atti- employment. Free tude, clean record. Irrigation, $40,000 Life Ins. and pool, on-site experience a generous Paid Time plus. FT w/ benefits. Call Bob off after 90 days. We at (941)-232-0405 DFWP pay for experience. COURTESY PATPOL Evcellent To apply visit: PT position in -rrir.r-,, ,:,.Mi VILLAGE ON THE ISLE munity. Looking for the follow- 930 TAMIAMI TRAIL, ing shifts: 3:30pm- 11:30pm,, SOUTH VENICE, FL 5:00pm-11:30pm, 11 0Ici m 34285 or call 486-5479 - 7:30a.m. 3-4 eves per e to make an appt. w/occasional iiii.i hours. E.O.E. Drug Free Please apply in person at: FLYER DISTRIBUTORS needed River C:.nil-jo., -231:.- Aranr, must have own trans. Valid ID. ,Street, P.o rio I. jr Background check. Non DAILY WORK/DAILY PAY smoker. 281-759-5311 Temp. toPer No Fees FORMICA LAMINA- LABOR FINDERS TOR-CABINET SHOP 627-4041 RV Mfg. Seeks highly moti- EOE Trans. Avail. vated individual, with formica laminator exp. DANCERS TOPLESS Wages competitive. Full- WANTED time, benefits. Permanent. $300 a shift DFWP. (941)-485-0984 941-457-7077 FRONT DESK phone skills $9 DANCERS & ESCORTS, hr + comm. Apply in person: 18+, No nudity. Great pay! 18 Slender.Life, 2592 Tamiami Years in business! (941)-833- Trail, Port Charlotte 0069 DELI PERSON w/' exp, hot FRONT GATE food & col -,ir,,l,.-.: E rl, SECURITY morning, :rl, 3tlrr:,O? hr SECURTY 941-697-3797. wvyeS .,:,, ir BOCA GRANDE CLUB il Front Gate. PT/FT. Call Phil 941-964-2211 Delivery Drivers Join AARON'S Full time live in position in won- ARCADIA & WAUCHULA derful Group Home in Arcadia. Paid Training, benefits, Working with persons with bonus. Over 21 Drue Free developmental disabilities. Clean. MvR.- Eh r I, :. ,rrl but wll Apply in person: train. Call 9':, Great 1735 E Oak St. Arcadia Salary + Benefits FURNITURE DELIVERY & DELIVERY/WAREHOUSE: WAREHOUSE, experience pre- PC area wholesaler seeks a ferred. Apply in person: D&D motivated person. CLEAN Furniture Mart, 1129 Tamiami MVR A MUST! F/T w/ benefits Tail, Pt Charlotte. Across from & 401K (941)-629-4234 Sonny's BBQ 941-766-7933. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE GOLF COURSE MAINTE- DOCK HAND NEEDED FOR GOLF COURSE MAINTE- DOCK HAND NEEDED FOR NANCE employees, FT. Apply MARINA ON BOCA GRANDE, Twin Isles CC, 301 Madrid CALL PAUL -.0 5I1'):, [ 54 LBlvd. Punta Gorda or call 639- Driver/Warehouse person, 6341 full time for Chenango Supply Great part time to full time job Co. Fabrication and delivery of must be able to work out building materials. Heavy lift- doors nthe heat lawn care ing required. Must be over 21 and other construction work with clean driving record. call 941-815-1940 ask for DFWP Call 637-1165 Shan DRIVER for Taxi Co. FT/PT. GROUND MAINTENANCE, Clean FL. DLs. Dependable, Ft w/benefits Musthave a neat appearance. DFWP Call valid Drivers License, knowl- (941)-629-7774 edge of motorized equip. & DRILLER'S HELPER needed people pills Call for appoint- No -.peri.r,.: e nre.:e:: -r,. me-r r)41 1 .'. 1 71. ALSO EXPERIENCED DRILLERS NEEDED. FT w/ ROUPHOME NAGE benefits. Valid DL. DFWP (941)-637-8488 Dependable &caring person to provide hands- DRIVER on care of residents & Leading HVAC wholesaler supervise and train staff seeks positive individual to Experience preferred join our winning team. Excel- Salaried position w/ lent 401k, insurance & bonus benefits. Please fax program. Start Immediately, resume to (941) 575- Call Jeff 941-426-9791 44 North Port Location DFWP HELP WANTED Immed. hire! DRIVER NEEDED FT New construction cleaning Class B. Clean driving record. company: Full or part time. 941-240-5116 Call (941)661-6937 DUMP TRUCK DRIVER, Class A HELP WANTED ON FISH FARM CDL Good Wages & Sign Up outside labor, housing & Bonus (727)-234-5110, (727) salary 863-494-4149 492-1572. Arcadia between 6pm & 7pm ONLY!! EARN $3200/MONTH HOMEOWNER needs reli- PROCESS HUD REFUNDS able person for roof repair HUD-INFO-HOTLINE and more, $15 a square, 941-556-1300 negot. (941) 916-2755. Equipment Operators JAMES WIGGLESWORTH Landclearing Experience CARPENTRY. F/T Employees A Must! needed. Carpenters & Apply McLeod Land Helpers. (941)-626-5486 Services 7733 Clark Rd. JANATORIAL MEDICAL 35- Sarasota off of 1-75 40 hours evening work. Must 941-922-1861 or fax be dependable. DFWP. Good 941-552-3857 DFWP/EOE Pay Please call 941-624- Established commercial 0505 or 941661-6383 casework company has a LANDSCAPE LABORERS full time MAINTENANCE NEEDED. Must be POSITION available. Experi- dependable & reliable! ence required. Benefits (941)-627-0491 include employee health care 100% company paid. Call Lns aMannc Dan at (941)-639-7188 $250 Sign-on Bonus Experience preferred EXPERIENCED FENCE Competitive pay w/ benefits INSTALLERS & HELPERS Call Boca Bay at 941-964-0170 CLEAN DRIVING RECORD! GOOD WAGE Landscaoe Maintenance PLEASE CALL 941-828-0066 $250 Sign-on Bonus .Experience preferred EXPERIENCED Maintenance Competitive pay w/ benefits Person needed for 34 Unit Call BocaBayat941-964-0170 apartment complex. Please call or fax resume to Atten LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE tion: Sumrnmer @ 863494- Company offering top wages. 5504 for full / part time position. Drivers license and own trans- .l- ,ilt jdtH portation required. Please call rnaL4iyaau 941-624-4818 FREE GAS FOR 3 MONTHS CDL required with pas- ,LAWN SPRAY TECH singer endorsement. We have openings for Come join our team at experienced Lawn & Village On the Isle. Work Shrub Techs or we will train in a relaxed atmosphere you. Established routes, with friendly staff and steady full-time work & residents. Full Benefits great pay & benefits. If you Package after 90 days. enjoy working outdoors, VILLAGE ON THE ISLE don't pass up this excellent 930 TAMIAMI TRAIL opportunity with a leading VENICE, FL or call company. Act now. 486-5490 for appt. Call 941-488-0688 EOE Drug Free Workplace LAWN MAINT. Exp. Start A Bargain Hunters Delight immed. @ $7.50 & Up Check the Trans req, Venice/N. Port Classifieds first! area. Don 941-809-1739 A Whole Marketplace of LAWN MAINTENANCE needed shopping is right at your FT. Start immediately. Must fingertips! have experience Drivers lic. Call The Sun Classifieds a Today required. Port Charlotte area. Today! Call 941-456-1116 From Venice, Englewood, Call 941456-1116 North Port Areas LAWN SERVICE HELP Valid Call 941-207-1200 drivers license req. Pay From Pt. Charlotte Areas based on exp. -North Port Call 941-206-1200 area. (941)-426-0783 2100 GENERAL LAWN maintenance worker. Must be hard worker, 21' or older, clean driving record, transportation to & from work a must. 941-624-4579 leave message LAWN TECH needed, Salary + commission, benefits & paid holidays. Will train. All Service Pest Management (941)-627-5833 LAWNCARE. LANDSCAPING cFl lic E p.; t :e I PT. ,r r.,urn M., L' E leN.'od A to Z (9411270-1241 LOADER OPERATOR, Experi- enced for'burn pit. Apply in person Monday Friday, 8am- 4pm to: 6816 SW CR 769, Arcadia, FL (863)4944108 ' LOCALLY OWNED, National known water, fire & mold cleanup/ restoration Co., is seeking a TECHNICIAN. Experi- enced or new grad look- ing for a technical trade. Positive,' willing-to-work attitude, organizational skills, willingness to take direction nd attention to detail are mandatory. Duties incl. 24 hr. emer- gency services, invento- ry tracking, general cleanup activities, maint. of equipment and vehi-. cles. Neat, professional appearance, valid dri- ver's license with clean record, background checks & drug screens all required. Must be able to periodically lift heavy equip. Women are encouraged to apply. WILL ACCEPT Mon-Fri, 10AM-3PM 355 Sand Pine Blvd. Venice. (941)-484-7777 LOT ATTENDANT eFull Time *Good Pay *Paid Vacation eFull Medical/Retirement Apply in person Ask for Brad or Matt (941 -493-5000 BILL BUCK CHEVROLET 2324 S. Tamiami Tr. Venice DFWP/EOE MAINTENANCE for yard. Full time, 40 hrs/week. Good wages, uniforms & insurance. 941- 625-4105. Maintenance Assistant. Must be HVAC certified. Fax resume to (941)485-6025 MAINTENANCE PERSON For Venice Based Co. & Estate. 30 hrs. + per week. SI hr Must be multi-tasked, Groundskeeping exp. a must. Call Colette 941-408-8215. MAINTENANCE Positions avail, at Warm Miner- al Springs Day Spa in North Port. Call Frank Ryles (941)- 426-1692 9am-5pm MAINTENANCE POSITIONS The City of Venice, Utili- ties Dept. has the fol- lowing job opportunities available: "Collections Technician I Assists in operation/mainte- nance of vehicles/ equipment associated with Sewer/Vac & TV truck operations. Assists in collection sys- tem repair installation . 512.2348,,hr "Waste- water Mechanic I - Performs maintenance & repairs to pumps, motors and other plant/lift stati n equip- ment. S12.6631,'hr. Visit www.venicepov.colm for complete job description and to apply or contact Administrative Services Dept, 401 W. Venice Ave.. Venice 34285, phone 941-4862626, X 2055. E-mail ksmith@ci.venlce.fl.us. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications to be considered and pass a physical exam w.'drug screen anid a driving record,'back- ground checks prior to start of employment. Drug Free Workplace,'Equal Opportunity Employer Maintenance/Driver- Full time, basic knowledge of plumbing, & electrical. Apply at Arcadia Oaks, 1013 E. Gibson St. Arcadia 863-993-9760 Mechanic/Mechanic. Helper Full/Part time DFWP-EEO Apply in Person: Bethel Farms, LTD 8780 NW Bethel Farms Road Arcadia Fl 34266 70 W to Lily Ave. 4 miles MOVIE EXTRAS, ACTORS, MODELS! Make $75-$250/day, all ages and faces wanted! No exp. Required, FT/PT! 800-617-0713 NOW ACCEPTING Applica- tions for ALL POSITIONS. (Termite Technicians must be experienced). Team player. Medical benefits available. Call (941)-624-2111 NEED CASH? Have A Garage Sale! 2100 GENERAL 2100 GENERAL NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS. For convenient store & SEACOAST Quizno's. For Shell station opening on Toledo Blade near SUPPLY 175. Fax resume to 941-235- 3351 or email to kanu- murivk@yahoo.com NOW HIRING for FRONT DESK NOW HIRING CLERK 2nd shift. Top pay! Applyat Motel 6, 281 Hwy 41, By Pass, Venice CDL DRIVERS PC Answering Service now CLASS A OR B hiring TELEPHONE OPERA- TORS. Afternoon shift. Apply at: 17776 Toledo Blade Blvd., STOCKERS Murdock, FL. E.O.E. P/T SEWING POSITION for experienced boat canvas AR HO SE sewer in for Punta Gorda Can- WAREHOUS vas Shop. (941-639-6603. HELP Painters/Water-Proofers and Helpers. Veterans & disabled encouraged. EOE Send to: HANDLING C&C Coatings, 205 Park Blvd S. Unit L, Venice, FI 34285 BUILDING PART TIME DRIVER FOR MATERIALS BUSY FLOWER SHOP APPLY IN PERSON 21186 OLEAN BLVD EXCELLENT PERSON to work in beauty supply store, Fri., Sat. & Sun. BENEFIT PACK- English/Spanish speaking a AGE, COMPETI- plus. (941)-661-6738 ask for TIVE WAGES, Diane.DRUG FREE PEST CONTROL & TER- DRUG FREE MITE Technicians. Immedi- WORKPLACE ate positions available. Will train capable individual. Salary, commission, benefits. APPLY NOW Drug free workplace. Apply IN PERSON! in person 17506 Brighton 2 RM T T Ave. Pt Charlotte off 250CARMALITAST ,i.,:l;-. :,,:1 Previous appli- PUNTA GORDA, FL cants need not apply. (941)-639-2116 PHONE REPS, full & part time. Hourly rate plus bonuses. .-i,-:-. students welcome. Start today 941-475-9400 PIPE FITTERS/WELDERS/HELPE RS needed for Mechanical ,nntractor. Please call (239) '- 9-4502 or apply @ 6441 I.letro Plantation Rd., Fort lers, FL 33912 HOWARD'S POOL WORLD (941)-625-6007 POOL CLEAN OUT PER- SON. Need hard worker used to outdoor work. Retirement plan avail. Clean FL drivers lic. Apply in person at Casa Pools, 1212 Enterprise Dr. P.C. DFWP. No calls please SProerty Maintenance General knowledge of Car- pentry, plumbing & electrical. Insurance and 401k Call Boca Bay at 941-9640170. Punch List/Carpenter. Need own tools & transportation. No others need apply. Call Tom @ 941- 815-1683 QUALITY DOOR now hiring: i lu:r 1i .- F ri -i r n:,. 'i h Ulr.Li, i -? 1- i3r..:ir.i ., READY MIX DRIVER APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR READ-Y FITX driver with class B Lic n/ air brake req. FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE AVAILABLE. EOE. Drug Free Workplace. Call 941-915-2048 RECEPTIONIST nec-,.. I L104Fi e(L ... : I. ,i-i ,1 i,, :. j 1.n i T I 1r : 'j I li Resident Care Assistants u- : '. ri u . r,-l l i i -i ir l.- *;.ti . r 1 I:' r, Ti .l ,..r.: SExperienced. Venice fax (941488-2626 SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Needed. High school diploma required. Starting pay $11.64 per hour + benefits. Must attend Orientation Wed., 05/31/06 at 301 Old Venice Rd, Osprey, 6pm. Will train. For more information call (941)-486-2141 SECURITY OFFICERS Full & Part time, will train. Weiser Security (877)-229-2647 BB9500015 EEOC ASK US HOW you can place a PICTURE of your item for sale in your classified ad! FT 11:30PM 8:00AM FREE GAS FOR 3 MONTHS Class 'D" license pre- ferred but not required. 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Please stop by the Sun to complete an application. You will be contacted for an interview. Good company benefits: 401(k), health insurance, life insurance and long term disability. We are a drug free workplace/pre- employment drug testing required. The Charlotte Sun Attn: Tom Roman 23170 Harborview Rd. Charlotte Harbor, FL 33980 TIRE CHANGER .i, Inri mechanical exp. 4 -1i :1. I week. Driver' Lu.: e- Required. Call 941 .19-56 : TIRE CHANGER Experienced Car Tr. T...:r . Experienced Corri,,, r.:ii Tir- Tech. Will Train. T-:p r.,. i:,r experienced Tecd,: E.- i: available. Apply ai E:,ul';. ar.] Tire, 5178 Duncan F.J i-',ri Gorda or call (941 ?'.1'- TRUCK DRIVER HELPER & TRUCK DRIVER Full ,rn, positions. Must appi, i, :er' son. Applications accepted between the hours of 9a.m.- 3p.m., Monday through Fri- day, at the Salvation Army's Thrift Store, 130 Ann Street, Punta, Gorda. Requirements: Heavy lifting, capable of read- ing maps, clean drivers license mandatory. 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The Sun Classifieds 206-1200 oP-~I rI-II~s8iiiiiiiiii~~- ~ C- l/s~saBB~IB1~- TheA~ sun Sunday, May 28, 2006 Venice Gorndoier Sun Page 7 D/E/N/CN B~i~e~s~ The 4 Sun Sunday, May 28, 2006 Page 8 D/E/N/C/ Venice Gondoier Sun Your next office chair ctuld be a ball Sr -n "Copyrighted Materiali S-Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News irovi ers" (.as )tIIIs diort w,%)rk prou ide lif of pf r luanl pr filts -- --m- SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 CONTACT US KIM COOL FEATURES EDITOR (941) 207-1105 kcool@venicegondolier.com www.venicegondolier.com GARDENING WITH CAROL 2B Venice Gondolier Sun OUR TOWN VISIT CHARLESTON BY LUXURY TRAIN 88 NOW ON SALE IvPi "Mfa .II| II1 Venice hi.- n Englewood g_ : -, North Port ... -488-6022 'ElKAL BLIND & SHUTTER king Your House a Home!" FREE Estimate FREE Install SCall for details: Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda 1-866-488=602? FRAN VALENCIC SOCIAL UO[.IMINI' Take time to salute One of my favorite mo- ments in time is singing "God Bless America" in church. I know we'll do that this week- end. To me it epitomizes America and our freedom to worship as we choose. Let's all remember to hon- or those who gave their lives for our country. I hope to see many young families at Vet- eran's Park tomorrow teach- ing their children the purpose of this solemn day. Bring your own chair, dress in red, white and blue and enjoy the morn- ing. Veteran's Park is on Venice Avenue near the beach. Lost and found I wondered why Lorraine Coccaro wasn't writing her column for the Venice Gon- dolier Sun anymore. I saw her recently at, the AAUW lun- cheon. It turns out Lorraine and her husband Richard have been in California cele- brating Sofia. The beautiful little girl was recently born to Noah and Maria Coccaro. Grandma Lorraine and grandpa Richard enjoy spendifig time vitli Sofia so. Lorraine has put writing on the back burner. Belated happy birthday Three cheers to Dr. John Freeman, who celebrated his birthday in May. John had a great time partying with his wife Barbara and friends. Barbara is chair of the board of directors at the Venice Art Center. Venice alumni news Certainly every Venice High sports fan remembers Patrick and Jay Sams. These two boys had great careers at the school.and now are suc- cessful young men. Patrick is the assistant golf pro in the Hamptons in New York. Jay and his wife Crystal, who live in Virginia, recently had a baby girl they named Jaydyn. Grandma Carole Johnson beams when she talks about her family. Certainly we all remember her hiding behind the concession stand not being able to watch Jay pitch. Hats off to Gordan The Sarasota County School Board recently named Gordan Stahl their County Volunteer of the Year. For at least 20 years Gordan has vol- unteered at Garden Element- ary, Taylor Ranch and Venice Elementary Schools. This nice man only took some time off to care for his wife. Gordan takes his work with students most seriously. He listens to boys and girls and for many of them' is the nice grandpa in their lives. Bravo Gordan. Pat on the back Three cheers to Bill Mill- ner,,.director of the Venice Concert Band and Wes Schu- macher, director oftheVenice Symphony These two musi- cal marvels routinely offer patriotic music at their con- certs. Bill and Wes and their musicians remind us the United States is a great place to live. Their music warms our hearts with stories of patriots, honor and love. Each band celebrates members of the military. Son recalls taking dad to dedication of World War II Memorial Bob Wallace is all smiles as he takes a long, hard look at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., during its dedication on Memorial Day two years ago. It took this country 60 years to figure out how to honor the 16 million men and women who served in the Second World War. By that time most of them were dead. VETERANS SET PARADES AND CEREMONIES FOR SARASOTA AND VENICE Memorial Day parades for Sarasota and Venice will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29. The Sarasota parade begins at Main Street and Osprey Avenue in Sarasota; Venice's Memorial Day Parade will begin from Veteran's Park at the West end of Venice Avenue in Venice. The events are coordinated by the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, the Venice Area Veterans Council and Sarasota County's Veterans Benefits Unit. The Sarasota parade route will be west along Main Street to Chaplain J.D. Hamel Park on Gulfstream Avenue. Marching units will include the veteran's services organizations; law enforcement agencies; fire departments and their color guards; civic organizations; and historical military equip- ment. The theme of the Sarasota parade and ceremo- ny is "All Heroes are Local." A ceremony at Hamel Park will begin immediately after the parade. Featured speaker will be John McNeill, assistant adjutant general for Operations of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Guest speaker in Venice will be Gregory Putman, comman- der of American Legion Post 159. The public is invited to bring chairs to the ceremonies. Water will be provided. Following the ceremony, a grand opening and open house for American Legion Post 159 will be held at 1770 E. Venice Ave. beginning at 11 a.m. EDITOR'S NOTE: Bill Wilcox, a semi-retired Punta Gorda Realtor and builder, took his stepfather, Bob Wallace, to the dedication of the World War II Memorial on Memorial Day two years ago. The old soldier served with the 5th Special Brigade Engineers at Omaha Beach during the Invasion of Normandy that began June 6, 1944. Cpl. Wallace's commendations include: The Purple Heart, Silver Star for gallantry, European Theater of Operation Ribbon with Copper Arrowhead for the invasion of France on D-Day. He lost both of his legs to a land mine during the invasion. This is their story. Bill wrote it on the airline on his return trip to Florida. BY BILL WILCOX SPECIAL TO THESUN Mom and Dad met at Fisher Aircraft in Memphis, Tenn., building planes for the war effort, just a few months before he shipped out. Dad came back from the war and married his own Rosie the Riveter. Theirs were tender faces, sad in love and pain all burst- ing with pride. Their sons and daughters escorting their spe- cial heroes to the WW II Memorial Dedication in Washington, D.C., on May 29, 2004. The Red Cross patch caught my eye. She was wear- ing her original uniform and standing tall in filtered sun- light under a big oak tree, a scene from a Norman Rock- well painting. I shook her hand, thanked her and asked, "Where were you?" 'France ... Normandy at first,' she replied. My Dad went ashore on Omaha. 'Oh!' she said urgently. 'I have to talk to him.' " She was one of those vol- Bob Wallace, stepfather of Bill Wilcox of Punta Gorda, talks with a World War II Red Cross work- er during the dedication of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. unteer nurses who found her- self in a hospital tent with the nearby sounds of battle and hundreds of dead and dying soldiers to comfort. "'You could see the relief in their eyes when they saw the face of a woman. Well, I was just a girl then. There were so manywounded,"' she said. Bob, my stepfather, was sitting in his wheelchair wear- ing his original uniform. As she approached him there was no awkwardness, no pre- text or shyness. They immedi- ately fell into conversation, reunited after 60 years. Bob's two daughters and Sue, a next door neighbor from Little Rock, Ark. (where my stepfa- ther lived) took photograph after photograph. As these veterans moved around Washington's Nation- al Mall they searched the crowd for a uniform, a face, a familiar shoulder patch or campaign ribbon. They met and talked. With World War II veterans dying at more than 1,100 a day, there was a feel- ing in the air that this dedica- tion came just in time. "Where were you? What unit? You were just to our left on the beach. How many? Yeah, I know!" The sun over the Mall fil- tered through a few high clouds. A jacket felt good in the shade. The whole affair had the tone of an outdoor church service with a few hundred thousand in atten- dance. People walked slowly, even the children were sub- dued. When several old soldiers huddled in their uniforms around Bob, you could smell the attics and footlockers of America opening up for what may be a final reunion for many of them. As you looked around the Mall you could almost see these old heroes evaporating up through the sun. There were hundreds of memorial encounters. Veter- ans, active duty soldiers, fam- ilies and kids seeking auto- graphs. One young aspiring Tom Brokaw, probably 10 years old, in a white dress shirt and khaki pants, ap- proached Bob with his note pad and asked, 'Do you mind if I ask you a few questions?' Bob, who loves kids, really enjoyed the attention. A family was expressing their thanks as one of their children, who looked to be 3 or 4 years old, noticed Bob's legs were gone. The child seemed intrigued and Bob encouraged his curiosity. His mother looked on, a little mortified. I knew what was coming, as I had seen this scene played out with several generations of nieces and nephews. The child looked up Bob's pants legs and asked, " 'Where are your feet?'" Please see MEMORIAL, 13B =LU m iE BABY RHYME AND SIGN TIME 14B SVENICE GONDOLIER SUN OFFEE BREAK 2B VENICE GONDOLIER SUN Tropical fragrances of Florida In Florida there's nothing that can compare to the fra- grances emanating from a gardenia, a night blooming jasmine or an orange grove in full bloom. Growers seem to be cultivating more and more flowers that appeal to the senses. It seems like just yesterday (actually it was when I was a kid) that I'd tromp through the snow and sleet to our annual Home and Flower Show up north. You emerged from the dol- drums of a dreary winter day to a magical world where it was spring and gardens were growing pro- fusely. The show gardens, landscaping and specimen plants were all upstairs in the main hall. But in the basement of the public auditorium were the garde- nias. Oh, that smell! I remember begging my mom to splurge on a gardenia that I knew would last only a day or two, then turn brown. I learned early that their blooms are fragile. But when I was a mother of the bride, I was reacquainted with a gardenia as a corsage flower. "First Love" is creamy white and extra fragrant, with a rose-like shape, is double-flowered and twice the size of most gardenias. It is in the process of being patented and is available on the Web at wayside- gardens.com. We're lucky that we can grow gardenias in this envi- ronment. Acid soil is about all they need different. The shiny leaves make a beauti- ful showing and a hedge- row is absolutely spectacular in their greenery and bloom. PHOTOS COURTESY OF PERRY POWER Gardenias grow well in the Florida climate. An acid-loving fertilizer like you would give azaleas is the answer; it keeps the leaves from turning yellow. Make sure to plant garden- ias in a location where you can enjoy their splendid fragrance, full sun or part shade. Perry Power was nice enough to send us pictures of his gardenia and a nice close up of the bloom. Keep sending us your pic- tures, and happy gardening! Carol Mozik, is a Venice Gondolier Sun employee (Church, Classified and Legal Advertising Representative), as well as past president bf the CC Horticultural Society. She can be reached at cmozik@venicegondolier. corn. - f J? :*YiNV uP.; i.rq O[ 1'to There's nothing like the splendid fragrance of the blooming gardenia. I I .i. ..no 4' /. r- 2006 CADILLAC SRX CROSSOVER 0% APRtt For 60 months for qualified buyers. CADILLAC SRX CROSSOVER $36,990 MSRP* 255-HORSEPOWER V6 70 CU. FT. OF CARGO SPACE** POWER REAR LIFTGATE 2006 CADILLAC SRX CROSSOVER V6 $389/Mo. FOR 39 MONTHS# $2,218DUE AT LEASE SIGNING CADILLAC CTS $29,990 MSRP* 210-HORSEPOWER V6 ALL-SPEED TRACTION CONTROL ONE-YEAR ONSTAR SERVICEt 2006 CADILLAC CTS 2.8L $299/Mo. FOR 39 MONTHS# LOW MILEAGE LEASE EXAMPLE For qualified lessees. No security deposit. Mileage charge of $.25/mile over 32,500 miles. Tax, title, license, dealer fees e.tra. VISIT YOUR LOCAL CADILLAC DEALER Coast Cadillac Sarasota 941 922 1571 Crest Cadillac Venice 941 497 5800 LOW MILEAGE LEASE EXAMPLE For qualified lessees. No security deposit. Mileage charge of $.25/mile over 32,500 miles. Tax, title, license, dealer fees extra. CADILLAC.COM Tropical Cadillac Bradenton 941 751 6886 *Tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment extra. **Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. tOne-year OnStar Safe & Sound service standard. Call 1888 40NSTAR (1 888 466 7827) or visit onstar.com for system limitations and details. ttMonthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 you finance. Example down payment: 30.8%. Some customers will not qualify. Take delivery by 7/5/06. See dealer for details. #Example based on survey. Each dealer sets its own price. Your payments may vary. SRX payments are for a 2006 Cadillac SRX V6 with an MSRP of $36,990. 39 monthly payments total $15,171. CTS payments are for a specially equipped 2006 Cadillac CTS 2.8L with an MSRP of $31,190.39 monthly payments total $11,661. Option to purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. GMAC must approve lease. Take delivery by 7/5/06. Lessee pays for maintenance, repair and excess wear. If lease terminates early, lessee is liable for all unpaid monthly payments. Payments may be higher in some states. Residency restrictions apply. 2006 GM Corp. All rights reserved: Cadillac Cadillac badge CTS GMAC OnStar SRX WWW.VENICEGONDOLIER.COM SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 $3,228DUE AT LEASE SIGNING . Venice Gondolier Sun CONTACT US DEBBIE SHULMAN ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR -(941)207-1106 dshulman@venicegondolier.com www.venicegondolier.com VENICE VENUE TLSCENE SUNDAY, MAY28 Game time *VFW Post 8118 hosts Euchre at 2 p.m. Sunday at 832 E. Venice Ave. inVenice. All play- ers welcome. * Knights of Columbus holds early-bird bingo Sundays at 2 p.m. at 512 Substation Road. Doors open at noon. Snacks available. Call 484-4512. Author appearance Jonathan King signs copies of his latest book, "Eye of Ven- geance" at 1 p.m. at Circle Books, 478 John ,Ringling SBlvd., St., Armands Circle, Sarasota. Call 388-2850. MONDAY, MAY 29 Memorial Day The Venice-Nokomis Elks cel- ebrate their annual Memorial Day picnic at 1021 Discovery Way in Nokomis, featuring hot dogs, hamburgers, cole slaw and beans, 5-6 p.m., and draft beer beginning at 4 p.m. Music by Sax on the Beach, 4- 7 p.m. Tickets: $8 each and are available at the door. RSVP for parties of eight or more by calling the lodge at 486-1854. Holiday giving Florida's Blood Centers .invi- tes you to join forces with the community to "Make a Sur- vivor Happen" during its Memorial Day blood drive, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Venice and Englewood offices. Donate blood at your branch location and receive a free $10 Publix gift card. All types of blood are needed. Donors must be in good health, at least 16 years of age, and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. Visit FBC- Venice at 333 South Tamiami Trail in the Tandem Center, 492-9202, or FBC-Englewood at 2670 South McCall Road, Suite 9 in Heron Plaza, 460- 0698. Author appearance E. Domienik visits Circle Books, 478 John Ringling Blvd., St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, at 1 p.m. to sign copies of "Remember the Yorktown." Call 388-2850. Holiday concert PHOTO COURTESY OF JEANETTE LAVOY Soprano Jeanette LaVoy, for- mer Musician 1st Class of the U.S. Navy Band, performs at 6 p.m. at Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. Tickets are $8 for adults, free for kids younger than 12. Parking is free. LaVoy will sing Gershwin hits, selec- tions from "Oklahoma" and patriotic favorites. Call 371- 3080. TUESDAY, MAY 30 Music Tin Pan Alley with Les Gowan performs at the Senior Friendship Center, 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, at 2350 Scenic Drive in Venice. Talking trash The Florida House Learning Center offers a free public program on trash Tuesday at 2 p.m. at 4600 South Beneva Road in Sarasota, at the cor- ner of Proctor and Beneva Roads. Registration required; call 316-1200. BEST BETS THE LOCAL SCENE MAY 28-30 S. SUN FILE PHOTO Parade ( The Memorial Day parade in Venice begins at 10 a.m., Monday, May 29, at Veteran's Park at the west end of Venice Avenue in Venice.The event is coordinated by the Venice Area Veterans Council and Sarasota County's Veterans Benefits Unit. Guest speaker is Gregory Putman, commander of American Legion No-Vel Post 159. The public is invited to bring chairs to the cere- monies. Water will be provided. Following the ceremony, a grand opening and open house for American Legion Post 159 will be held at 1770 E. Venice Ave. beginning at 11 a.m. Plant sale The Sarasota Succulent Society holds its Memorial Day open garden, plant sale and garden and flower sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday, May 29, at the Sarasota Succulent Society, 1310 38th St.This free event includes an 11 a.m. talk on succulents. Call 366-8319. Show time Cine Selby presents "Monsieur lbrahim," (France, 2003) at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 30, in the Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Public Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota. An elderly Turkish Muslim grocer befriends a lonely teenage Jewish boy in a working class sec- tion of Paris in the 1960s. This free event is part of Selby's foreign film series. The public is welcome. Beach run The Sarasota County Parks and Recreation presents Kids Venice Summer Beach Runs, 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays through Aug. 2 at the Venice Pier, 1600 Harbor Drive in Venice. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. The beach runs are 1-mile runs. When kids com- plete four runs, they receive a free T-shirt. All runners win a ribbon and a free ice-pop each time they run. Call 861-5000. Volunteer coffee Mote Marine Laboratory holds a volunteer recruitment coffee, 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, May 31, in the Buchanan meeting room at 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway in Sarasota. Volunteers are needed to greet, assist and inform visitors and students. Openings available for clerical assistants, greeters, exhibit guides, teaching assistants and more. Training provided. Call Andrea Davis at 388-4441, Ext. 438. "1 ' ,% 1, '- . r l "J' SU E HT Parade Th emralDy aae nVeie ein t10am. onaMa 9.a Vtra' ar t h ws edo VnceAenei Veie h vn scodntdb h eieAe eeas oni n aaoaCut' eeasBnft.nt us spae sGrgr umncmadr fAeia Lgo oVl ol5.Th ulci ivtdt bigcar t h ee mois aerwl epovdd oloigtecreoy radoeigan pnhus o mrca einPot19wl be~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~~~~Z heda 70E eieAv.bgniga 1am Plant saleC 'Big' The Broadway musical based on the hit film starring Tom Hanks, opens at The Golden Apple Dinner Theatre May 30, playing through July 16 at 25 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Twelve-year-old Josh Baskin finds a machine that tells him to make a wish. the next morning Josh awakens to find his wish come true. He is Big! Tickets for "Big, the Musical," are $31-$42. For dinner and show times, call 366-5454 or visit thegoldenapple.com. Rhyming with baby Jacaranda Public Library hosts Baby Rhyme and Sign Time at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. Geared toward babies from newborns to 18 months, this 20-minute program inc- ludes nursery rhymes, songs, baby sign language and a board book. Space is limited. Older siblings welcome. Tuesday games * Venice Gardens Civic Center, 406 Shamrock Blvd., doors open at 11 a.m., bingo starts at noon. Hot dogs and snacks available. Public wel- come. Call Gary at 493-3780. * Senior Friendship Center Cafe, 2350 Scenic Drive, Venice, holds bingo at 11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursdays; lunch at noon with 24-hour advance reservations. Dona- tion: $3. Call 584-0090 or 584- 0031. * Venice Duplicate Bridge Club holds competitive bridge games at 7 p.m. Tues- days at the Rialto Shopping Center, 648 South Tamiami Trail. Call 488-0799 or visit venicebridge.net. * The Sarasota-Venice Scrab- ble Club meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at 5121 Country Meadows Blvd., Sarasota. All level of play welcome. $2 donation for refreshments. Call David or Lisa at 377-1544. Cattery sale COURTESY GRAPHIC The Cattery Thrift Store of St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice hosts a special two- day sale 9 a.m.-4 p.m., May 30 and 31 at 1651 South Tami- ami Trail in the Jacaranda Plaza. Everything in the store will be offered at 50 percent off, and clothing will be sold at $2 a bag or two bags for $3. Call 492-6210. WEDNESDAY, MAY 31 H2U Meet & Eat Englewood Hospital's H2U Health Happiness You mem- bers meet for a noon lunch at Dara Thai restaurant, 1965 South Tamiami Trail in Venice. Three menu choices for $10 per person. RSVP at the H2U office at 700 Medical Blvd., Englewood, or call Gale West at 473-5048. Sewing Guild The Wearable Arts Group of the American Sewing Guild Sarasota/Gulfcoast Chapter meets 1-3 p.m. at Jacaranda Public Library, 4143 Wood- mere Park Blvd., Venice. Call Martha at 480-1032. Pilates Certified Pilates instructor Randi Green teaches a begin- ner-intermediate class with ball, 2:30-3:45 p.m., Monday and Wednesday at the YMCA, 701 Center Road in Venice. Cost is $75 for six weeks or $15 for walk-ins. Call 497- 2239. Legal support dinner The Sarasota-Manatee Associ- ation of Legal Support Specialists holds its monthly dinner meeting at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 1, at Hillview Grill, 1920 Hillview St., Sara- sota. Barry E Puett discusses Paralegal Regulation in Florida and Update of the MC Para- legal/Legal Assisting Program. Meetings are open to all. RSVP to Paual Garavalia at 364-2763 or pgaravalia@abelband.com by noon, May 31. Compassionate meeting The Compassionate Friends of Sarasota meet at 7:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month in Room 109 in the Soy building at Epiphany Cathedral inVenice. Meetings are open to all parents who have lost a child under any circumstances. Call 496-7819. Depot tours The Venice Area Historical Society offers free guided tours of the Venice Train Depot Wednesdays, May through October. Guided tours start at 10 a.m., with the last tour given at 11:30 a.m. The depot closes at noon. No reservations required except for groups of 15 or more; call George Youngberg at 488- 2300. Donations appreciated. Clubbing * Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Venice-Nokomis Elks Lodge, 1021 DiscoveryWay in Nokomis. Call 486-1854. * The Kiwanis Club of Venice meets for lunch at noon at the Vincenzo's Restaurant, 3851 North U.S. 41 Bypass. Visitors welcome. Call Irene at 484- 6022. Kayaktrip Kayak and snorkel with the American Littoral Society, from Turtle Beach to Point of Rocks, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Equi- pment and training provided. Bring snorkel equipment and sunscreen. Fee: $25. Call John Sarkozy at 966-7308. Disaster volunteers Friendship Volunteer Center is training volunteers to assist in the operation of the Volunteer Reception Center. The Volunteer Reception Center plays a critical role in the distribution and deploy- ment of volunteers after a dis- aster. Volunteers for Sarasota County are urgently needed. To attend a training session at Fruitville Library, 100 Coburn Road, Sarasota, 7-8:30 p.m., RSVP by e-mail to tgiles@ seniorfriendship.com or call 953-5965. THURSDAY, JUNE1 Volunteer coffee The Healthcare Volunteers of Venice at Venice Regional Medical Center hold a rec- ruiting coffee at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 7, at the Venice Yacht Club, 1330 Tar- pon Center Drive. RSVP by June 1 to 483-7050. Jewelry class Jewelry designer Melissa Searle holds a free adult jew- elry-making workshop 2-5 p.m. atWoodmere Park, 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. Purchase gemstones and materials on site to create a bracelet, necklace or earrings. Prices begin at $15. Reservations required; call Searle at 227-4335. Women's Resource Center of Sarasota County, 806 Pine- brook Road, Venice, 485-9724 * Yoga, 10:30 a.m.-noon and 5:30-7 p.m. Gentle, appropri- ate for beginners. Please bring a mat. Men welcome. Fee: $5 for members, $8 for nonmembers. *Building Self-Esteem, 6-7:30 p.m. Led by Phyllis K. Jensen, Psy.D. Fee: $5. Dancing Dancers Delight holds its monthly ballroom dance at 7 p.m. at Venice Gardens, 406 Shamrock Blvd. $6 per per- son. Dress code. Couples and singles welcome. Call (813) 633-0903. Music * Dick Fennell performs in the Great Room at the Senior Friendship Center, 1-3 p.m., at 2350 Scenic Drive in Venice. Call 584-0075. * Old tyme acoustic music jams, 2 p.m. Thursday at Oscar Scherer State Park, 1843 SouthTamiamiTrail, Os- prey. Bring your own instru- ments to participate or just listen in. Park entrance fee is $4. Call Betty or Carl at (419) 566-5649. * Bluegrass Jam, 7 p.m., Bee Ridge Park, Wilkinson at Lockwood Ridge Road, Sara- sota. Call Floyd Knight at 955- 5293. Young professionals The Venice -Area Young Pro- fessionals holds a free kick-off event at 5:30 p.m. at Casey's Grill & Tavern, 900 Venetia Bay Blvd. in Venice. Network with other professionals ages 21-40. Call 488-2236 or e-mail info@venicechamber.com. Learn about bird flu At 2 p.m. at Venice Public Library, 300 S. Nokomis Ave., a staff member of the Sara- sota County Health Depart- ment discusses the bird flu virus that has infected wild birds, poultry and some peo- ple in Asia and Europe. No registration required. Call 861-1330. 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Only) 4 CONTACT US DEBBIE SHULMAN ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR (941) 207-1106 dshulman@venicegondolier.com www.yenicegondolier.com Venice Gondolier Sun WELL-BEING The 'eyes' have it STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARY NEACY GUEST WRITER It was just another one of those "maintenance" ap- pointments most of us have on our calendars: the annual physical, the dermatologist, the dentist, etc. This one was my yearly eye exam. Over the past year my eyesight had become an annoying factor in my life. You know the feel- ing: I had to have help with phone numbers, reading seemed to make my eyes tired, I was forever blinking to try to clear my vision, and I could never find my glasses when I needed them - which seemed to be more and more often. The technician gave me the usual preparatory drill - reading the eye charts (which didn't go very well!), dilating my eyes with drops before my ophthalmologist, Dr. Dee Stephenson, appeared for the in-depth exam. After giving her a rundown of my com- plaints, thinking I would probably have to have a new prescription, I was surprised to. hear her say, "Well, Mary, your cataracts have grown much faster than we antici- pated and that's what caus- ing your problems." Cataracts! I vaguely re- membered hearing some- thing about cataracts in my previous exams but it hadn't made much of an impres- sion. "I thought cataracts were very slow growing," I said. "This really wasn't some- thing I was expecting." My voice sounded whiney, even to me. Dr. Stephenson explained that most cataracts do devql- op slowly and don't usually disturb your eyesight early on. "Not all cataracts affect your vision significantly or require treatment." she said. "When they begin to interfere with your normal lifestyle, surgery is the only way to treat them. The decision for surgery is based on the indi- vidual's symptoms," she went on. "Not everyone who has cataracts has to have them removed." Surgery? Now that was a word I hadn't expected to hear either! "What IS a cataract anyway?" I asked. "Well," she continued, "the natural lens in your eye is responsible for focus- ing light and producing clear, sharp images. A cataract is a clouding of that natural lens which makes it difficult to read, drive a car or see the details around you. One or both eyes can be affected. Yours are in both eyes and that's why your eyesight is deteriorating. The majority of cataracts are simply a result of the aging process," she added, smiling at me. Three indignities in one morning was a bit much - cataracts, surgery and aging - all of which were out of my control. So we moved on and set a date for the two surgeries; they were to be done a week apart as outpa- tient procedures at the Surg- ery Center at St. Andrews on East Venice Avenue. What to expect "What happens during the surgery?" I inquired, some- what hesitatingly. Did I really want to know? Dr. Stephenson graciously used lay terms to describe what would happen in the procedure. "The clouded lens is removed and a clear, per- manent, artificial lens is im- planted. It's called an intra- ocular lens (IOL)" she said. "The surgery itself only takes about 10 minutes but the entire process, from arrival to departure, is about an hour. You'll receive just a local or topical anesthetic so we can talk during the procedure if we need to. Oh, and you do need someone to drive you home," she told me. I was a bit put off by the idea of being awake during surgery, but I didn't want to admit my squeamishness. There were lots of other questions to ask and answer but I figured my brain had enough to digest for the moment so when the office staff gave me an appointment for the following week, I just nodded and said OK, I'd be there. When I returned, I discov- ered that prior to surgery, the size and shape of your eyes have to be measured to deter- mine the proper lens implant power. After surgery is com- plete, you're given a card for each eye that contains the specific information about the implant just in case it's ever needed. The measure- ment is done with a painless ultrasound test that only Cataract patients are prepared for surgery in the pre-op area at St. Andrews. takes a few minutes. I was also given a lengthy medical history form to complete and take with me to St. Andrews when I went for the first surgery, which was to be on the left eye. "If you don't re- member to take it with you," I was reminded, "you'll have to do it there!" Since I can't re- member my address much less my Social Security num- ber when under pressure, I filled it out as soon as I Please see EYES, 11B S. '4 4 '6 'S "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content i Available from Commercial News Providers" Overweight and suffering? Lose weight with Hypnosis! "We Offer The Best Hypnosis Service Available At The Lowest Cost Possible." 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Well, since it had been almost a week since they'd had a complaint come in, the chief sent young Glen around the neighborhood asking chicken questions. Everyone denied ending ol' Doodle's career ... when they finished laughing ... and a cursory exam of yards and garbage cans failed to turn up brown or red feathers. The prelimi- nary poultry purloining pur- suit then ended with a curso- ry report filed down at the cop shop, with old man Ortega getting a copy of it. Ortega had his suspicions, of course. There was one neighbor lady who had once complained about the rooster to Ortega, and he had defend- ed to her very face his roost- er's right to crow. She then asked if he couldn't get ol' Doodles operated on, like they do to dogs, and get his doodler clipped so he'd be singing blanks, as it were. Ortega hotly replied that anyone who would deliber- ately maim an American rooster would steal sheep. 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SNow wait a minute, we know perfectly well that we don't pledge allegiance with our heart, that Susie's heart is intact, that our hearts really don't break over emotions, when we say heartsick, that doesn't mean our heart is sick. We know that we feel emo- tions in the head and not in the heart. But somehow, referring to the heart is more romantic than talking about the brain. We don't go around saying I am brainsick or my brain is broken. I dunno! When you are 92-1/2 you begin to think a little bit about your heart. Outside of some medicine, mine has never been repaired. It has beat every second of every minute, of every hour of every day, of every week of every month, of every one of those years. All this time it has gone "chug-a- lug, chug-a-lug," "I think I can, I think I can." Pretty darn amazing isn't it? I dunno! When my scientist daugh- ter, Jean, was visiting me, I asked her just what does the heart do for me? As most of you know, she said, "the heart is a pump that pumps the blood to the rest of the body. The blood delivers oxygen to the cells of the body and removes the carbon dioxide. It carries nutrients to the dif- ferent organs in the body and removes the waste that has built up." We couldn't survive long without the heart, she tells me. I guess we will always cred- it our heart for our emotions, but if we stop and think about it, we realize it is really the brain that handles the emo- tions. Oke dokey, then what does the brain do, I asked since most of her research and teaching in the medical school deals with the brain. Her off-the-cuff explanation: "The brain controls all of the body and one's emotions. The brain sends nerve impulses to the heart to control the heart beat and the force of contrac- tion of the heart. So when you are in love, the brain tells the heart to beat faster. So your heart is always ready to respond to emotions." Wow! Do we think more about the heart than the brain? Do we ever stop to realize it is a phenomenal team? I dunno! Going back to see all the places this team has taken me is what started me on this subject. With them I have wandered through child- hood, teens, college, mar- riage, children, exciting posi- tions, travel, touching down on six continents, and 20 minor and major surgeries. My helper tells me I am get- ting in much too deep ... I had better stop before I drown. And you know what? After all this learning, I will still always tell my children that I love them with all my heart. So do we decide to make great decisions with our heart? I dunno! But it doesn't sound that way, does it? It seems to me that the heart and the brain work as a team and "You can't have one with- out the other." Virginia Deupree is 93, and almost blind. She is a graduate of Indiana University, noted for its School of journalism. Virginia was a city editor and a columnist for many years, and now resides in Venice. LUNCH MENU FOR MAY 30-JUNE 2 Lunch is served at noon at Senior Friendship Centers, 2350 Scenic Drive, Venice, 584-0090 or 584-0031. ; TheSenior Friendship ng.ewod dafe ies.ppen!gyery Tuesday.' , Please callVenice for reser- vations in Englewood. Reser- vations required 24 hours in advance. Suggested donation: $3. All meals served with bread and milk. Monday, May 29: All sites Recycle this newspaper Shortenin YourLi Stop Smoking Reduce Weight Control: Stress Anxiety Fears Phobias Insomnia Call Venice 492-411 4 closed for Memorial Day. 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Frozen alternative: Turkey breast slices with turkey gravy, whipped sweet potato, green peas with onions 7B SUNDAY MAY 28,2006 Knowing when an aging relative needs help STAFF REPORT " For many people, indepen- dence is something they fall in love with the very first time they experience it. Whether it's a teenager left home alone for the first time or a college student finally leaving the nest, that first taste of inde- pendence can be a wonderful thing, something most people want to maintain'the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, as people grow older, indepen- dence can often be a detri- ment to their well being, leav- ing their loved ones in a diffi- cult position with respect to their care. Deciding to put a parent or an elderly relative in a care facility is never an easy deci- sion, as chances are that per- son will want to remain inde- pendent. You may also feel guilty about the decision - wondering if the facility can provide the best care. To help you make the correct call, here are some things to con- sider, courtesy of AARP that should help you rest easier with whatever you decide: Physical health. This is typically one of the more decisive factors in whether a nursing home is the right move for your loved one. Chronic disease, such as dia- betes or arthritis, can greatly limit an elderly person's inde- pendence, sometimes mak- ing it impossible for them to live on their own. If you can- not care for them adequately enough,, a -nursing, home ,or another facility might be your only option. In addition, heart disease, stroke or cancer can also rob loved ones of their .independence, meaning a nursing home might be the best option for sufferers, of these diseases as well. Mental health. Typically, Alzheimer's is a chief concern for relatives of the elderly. If your loved one appears dis- oriented most of the time or SBAUERS. C.H. PHOTO COURTESY OF AARP As elderly relatives age, independence can often be a detri- ment to their well being. has regular feelings of confu- sion, professional help might be the best decision. Also, bouts with depression or anx- iety can be difficult to deal with if you're not trained to do so. While these conditions do not mandate you put your loved one in a home, it may be necessary if someone can- not be available round-the- clock to provide care. Medication use. Pay close attention to your loved one's medication routine. If he's forgetting to take his medica-' tion or taking too much, or even failing to remember if he took it or not, independence is no longer a legitimate option. Too little or too much medication can prove to be a fatal mistake.,, o.* Daily living skills. While few elderly people can get up and go like they used to, exhibiting difficulty with some of the more routine tasks a day presents could be a sign that help is necessary. Struggles with bathing, dress- ing or even using the toilet indicate a dwindling ability to live independently. Similarly, such struggles might leave you worried about your loved one's ability to cook and clean for themselves, which could lead to tragedy. Similar to other areas of concern, this should be looked at subjec- tively. If your loved one still has his mental-health but might be struggling with some of the aforementioned tasks, perhaps having him move in with a younger rela- tive or hiring someone to help him can help you avoid the nursing-home scenario. If no such supportsystem is realisT tic, a home could be your best move. SHome/community safe- Please see AGING, 13B BALLROOM DANCES 3 First Thursday of the Month at Venice Gardens Hall 406 Shamrock Blvd. Couples Welcome Singles Welcome Meet new friends & have a great time Dancing starts at 7:30 PM. Music Presented by Bogdan Zarski $6 Per Person Call 813-633-0903 l Better hearing is possible with better technology. 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BY KIM COOL FEATURES EDITOR With visions of camelias, dogwood and azaleas in our hearts, we were on our way north, the first actual train travel since boarding the his- toric train in Savannah two days earlier. Because of continuing problems related to Hurri- cane Katrina in the New Or- leans area, the traditional Antebellum South tour itiner- ary had been changed, cut- ting out stops in New Orleans, Vicksburg and Birmingham, in favor of spending more time at the eastern end of the trip, concentrating on Savan- nah, Charleston and Rich- mond. The upside was that we would really be able to see the three cities in depth but the downside meant less actual train travel. Iwas apart of the group for the six-night, seven-day ad- venture featuring the homes and gardens of the Ante- bellum South. The 14-car his- toric 1950s-era train was our hotel. My "hotel" room was my very own vintage Pullman compartment. With two berths and a toilet/shower compartment, it technically had room for two but, with my laptop and plans.to-write-. *travel-stories on the road. I was very happy to have all that space to myself. I could plug my cell phone in one outlet and my laptop in another one, setting the com- puter up on the foldaway table that was just slightly larger than my 15-inch wide Power Book. As our second day in Savannah drew to a close we boarded the train, cleaned up for cocktail hour and dinner on board and looked forward to some train travel, which would occur during the din- ner period. I met up with my new friends Sharon Jones and Lou and Steve Lorton in the Seattle Club car, where we lis- tened to Bonnie Hackett play- ing the piano that had been literally built into the car. She can play just about any song a person can think of so had no trouble with my favorite John Lennon tune, "Imagine." Dinner is served nightly at 6 p.m. and the four of us were rarely late, usually sharing a table for four in either the Chicago or Zurich dining car. We already had some fav- orites among the wait staff so tended to gravitate in their direction. At every meal there were choices. At dinner, there were always an appetizer, soup and salad, three entree selections and at least three dessert selections. No one ever said that it was easy to travel aboard the AOE/now Grand- luxe trains. That Friday night the menu featured a cara- melized onion tartlet for an appetizer. Since I don't care for bleu cheese, I was saved so just had the sweet potato soup and salad of fried green tomatoes. Choosing an en- tree was tougher but our wait- er, Matthew, suggested I could have a half and half combination so I had a beef tornedo, fresh green beans and a roasted herb lamb chop with smashed red bliss pota- toes. The mahi mahi sounded good too but even my tummy can hold only so much. Desserts that night were red velvet cake, coconut rum caramel flan and seasonal fresh fruit. I went for the fresh fruit as the train rocked along on our too-short hop to Charleston. The views were spectacular along the way, at least until sunset. Returning to our compart- ments, which were all in a row in the Montreal car, we found our nightly piece of chocolate and the next day's itinerary on our made-up berths. After breakfast, which was served, 7-8:30 a.m., we were to detrain at 8:45 a.m. for a horse-drawn carriage ride of downtown Charleston, some time at the old Charleston Marketplace, lunch at the Vendue Inn, which was con- ceived from French Quarter exchanges built as early as 1783, and afternoon tours of private homes and gardens via motor coach or free time in Charleston. At 5 we were back on board the train, enjoying some more music by Bonnie Hacket and preparing for another gourmet meal. On the bus ride from the train station into downtown Charleston we passed the Citadel, which dates to the 18th century, and were told that North Charleston was an industrial center during the war and the area we were passing through was mostly plantations during the Civil War. Things are somewhat different today. North Charleston is an important port, from which BMWs manufactured in nearby Spartenburg are shipped amazing. Once aboard, we .- stopped at a little booth where our carriage driver was given the number of the tour we were to take. Then she told the horse and off we went, ' "the horse knows the way..." And Chief did. "Chief knows eight differ- ent tours," our driver re- sponded when I asked her how the horse knew where to go in the city. Chief, an older horse, is in semi-retirement. It. is a French Percheron draft horse, about 17-18 years old. "Working keeps her in shape," our driver, Louisa Pittman, a local Charleston .:- College senior, said. "She is color blind but she knows the lights." While Pittman had a whip in hand, I think that was more for effect, and part of her cos- tume because the carriage- pulling horse stopped at every red light, stopped at %-,. stop signs, knew when to turn,when to go straight and even when to pause so the guide could tell us a little more about the building we Another ca were passing. riage tour. If the horse ever would "roll" a stop sign, the fine is $1,097, Pittman said. Our tour took us first into Anson Burrow, a Charleston. suburb, through the center of Charleston and eventually back to the stables near the marketplace. Chief spends two weeks a month on duty, but in four-day shifts. She gets new shoes every six weeks and has a five-month vaca- tion out in the country each year. When Chief, can no longer work, it could be sold, but only as a pet, not for work. Charleston was an Er;glish THE CITADEL 'HE M IL I TAP C'.L.LkCGE 9F C ; C)TUH \ClCLIN A The Citadel is a coed military school that dates to the 18th cen- tury. back to Europe. Our guide also told us about the sea- grass baskets for which, Charleston is famous. Small ones can sell for as much as $200 because they are com- pletely handmade. It takes hours to make one basket of the carefully coiled and hand- wrapped seagrass. The Citadel went coed some years back and has about 200 women students today. Dress parades are a popular sight to see on Friday afternoons. Also a popular tourist attraction although we had no time to visit it, is the new aquarium. The carriage ride was most settlement, dating to 1670, not a royal settlement, Pitt- man said as Chief led the way and Pittman pointed out his- toric homes and other sights. "The Holy City was Charleston's nickname be- cause there were so many churches here," she said. The trees in bloom when we were there were Japanese magnolias or peppermint peach trees she added. "From 1701 to 1719, Charleston was a walled city," Pittman said. "After the Revo- lutionaryWar, it was moved to the Ashley River." As the horse continued along its route, Pittman irriage passes as we headed across a street in downtown Charleston on our own car- pointed out the single and double houses for which the old city is famous, and the gardens between houses. The single houses, each one-room wide, with side-yard facing porches and a door from the street to that porch, are the most popular homes she said. In Charleston, tearing down old buildings is not an option. We also learned that the '.: most haunted"ibulild .in. i' Charleston is the old jail, which was known for the bru- tality that occurred within its walls 1802-1939. Other ghosts are said to remain at a north Charleston house, once used as an inn. Its owners would befriend the guests, learning if anyone would be meeting them at the end of their travels and, if not, the hostess would serve some oleander tea, which is deadly poisonous, and leaves the vic- tim appearing to have had a heart attack. Lonely moneyed victims would be robbed and their bodies disposed of overnight. The innkeepers got away with this for years, until 1822; when a traveler figured out the scheme, when he fell asleep in a comer of the room and awakened to see the backup plan devised by the innkeeper. Should a guest not drink the oleander tea, the innkeeper had rigged a trap door beneath the bed. As the traveler awakened that night, he saw the bed disappear through a hole in the floor. He escaped, ran to town and reported what happened. Some 30 bodies were discov- ered in the back yard. When sentenced to death (the first women so sen- tenced) the wife said she had three requests: that her hus-' band be hanged first, that she be allowed to speak to the audience and that she be hanged in her wedding dress. She thought she might be freed that way but it did not work and she was hanged with her husband, but not until she told the audience, "If Tunica $239' P's. Occ Pearl River Resort $189" *Receive back $100.00 In meals and cash bonuses. "Receive back $40,00 In meals and cash bonuses. Seats Available June 11"h, 25th & July 16th ESCORTED MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION (941) 473-1481 1(800) 284-1015 1546 S. McCALL, ENGLEWOOD 34223 ON THE ROAD AGAIN TOURS (Until Biloxi Recovers) The Customs House in downtown Charleston. you have a message for the devil, give it to me now because I'll be having dinner with him tonight," she said. This was at least my fifth trip to Charleston the past few years, but my first carriage ride. While it was included with the cost of the train trip, it would have been worth the cost, even if it had not. I also have taken two ghost tours of Charleston. At least 15 are offered. After lunch, we headed back to the train mid-after- noon. That night would be our one opportunity to sleep on a moving train as we rocked and rolled along the tracks to Richmond, where we would spend the last two nights. Dinner that night featured a soft-shell crab appetizer, roasted asparagus soup, Caesar salad and a choice of prime rib, herb-roasted game hen or red snapper followed by Bailey's chocolate pot de creme, brown sugar spice cake or fresh fruit. 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DINING TRAVEL ENTERTAINMENT! OUR TOWN 19B SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 M. Lectures on bird flu at area libraries COURTNEY LINN t ,': . I don't know. I don't work here! The other day, I went to see a play at a local theater. Having some time before the show started, I decided to camp out on a chair and do some work that I had gotten behind in. Unfortunately, I didn't get much work done. Every time someone entered the lobby of the theater, they came up to me and asked for something. Some handed me their tickets, others asked if I had the tickets they needed to pick up, and others wanted to know where the show was playing. I think I got about two minutes of actual work done for my real job, but did 45 minutes of work helping out patrons of this theater. I went in the box office and demanded a paycheck only to be laughed at. This type of problem hap- pens to me a lot. I am con- stantly being mistaken for an employee of whatever estab- lishment I am in. It is com- ptetelv- frustrating to be iii one state of mind, quietly shop- ping, thinking about whether or not I have toilet paper and have someone come up to me and ask where I keep the sliced oranges. Another instance occurred while I was in the shoe department of Macy's trying to find a pair of shoes to match my suit. Suddenly, while I was trying to figure out where the clerk was, a lady handed me a shoe and asked, "Do you have these in a size 7?" Shoe in hand, I looked at her dazed. I was confused. bid I do something that made me look like an employee? Did I linger near the cash reg- ister for too long while I was looking at a shoe? What made this woman think that I was the one to get her a size when I needed the very same assis- tance? I politely handed the shoe back to her and said, "I'm sorry. I don't work here." She took back the shoe, and dis- appointed, said, "Oh," as she walked away with the contro- versial shoe. She seemed as though it was my fault for the mistake. What did I do? But who ofthe two of us should have been more upset? Here I was, happily looking for shoes only to be interrupted with an assign- ment from someone. I believe most people want to help oth- ers when there is a request, but when I don't actually work in the place where said per- son needs the help, there isn't much I can do. I am most frequently con- See LINN, NEXT GREEN SHEET Venice Public Library 300 S. Nokomis Ave., 861-1330 sclibs.net Adult computer classes One-hour computer lab classes are being taught by VPL reference librarians. Register within six days of the class by stopping by the refer- ence desk or calling 861-1340. * 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 30: E- mail. * 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 31: MS Word, part two. * 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 6: Windows. * 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 7: Library system Web site, part 1 * 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 13: Windows. * 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 14: Library system Web site, part 2 * 11 a.m.,Wednesday, June 21: MS Word, part one. * 11 a.m.,Wednesday, June 28: MS Word, part two. Learn about bird flu Thursday, June 1, 2-2:30 p.m., a staff member of the Sarasota County Health De- partment discusses the bird flu virus that has infected wild birds, poultry and some peo- ple in Asia and Europe. No registration required. 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June 29, Zef- firelli's "Callas Forever" (2002) stars Fanny Ardant as tem- peramental diva Maria Callas. Thursday in July will feature mystery films. Plant help Bring your gardening questions to Venice Public Li- brary 9:30 am.-noon, Thurs- days. Experts from the Sara- sota County Extension Serv- ice will help you with your horticultural problems. Video lectures "Classical Mythology," pro- duced by The Teaching Com- pany, will be taught by Eliza- beth Vandiver, assistant pro- fessor of classics at Whitman College. This video lecture series will be presented over 12 Friday, 2-4 p.m., June 2- Aug. 18, in the library meeting room. The. primary charac- ters and most important sto- ries of classical Greek and Roman mythology will be surveyed in 24 half-hour lec- tures. No registration re- quired. Oui, oui Practice your basic French language skills Fridays at 10 a.m. with the VPL French Club. The group practices French conversation during the first hour, followed by readings; from French litera- ture and current topics dur- ing the second hour. Copies of the readings available at the VPL circulation desk. New members welcome. Youth activities * Dial-A-Story: Dial 486-2330 and enjoy a two-minute fairy tale for ages 5-10. The story is changed every two days. * Preschool Storytime: Tues- days, 10-10:30 a.m. for inde- pendent 3- to 5-year-olds. May 30 and June 1: Summer Reading; June 6 and 8: Ugh! Bugs! June 13 and 15:Veggies! Yum! * Tot Time Storytime: Thurs- days, 10-10:30 a.m. for birth to 3 years and a caregiver. * Summer reading through July 30 for teens in sixth-12th grades. Weekly drawing for a book store gift certificate. Register by calling 861-1348. American Continental _[tlea's I Turkey Dinner ........................... $9.95 Twin Maine Lobster Tails.........$12.95 "BREAKFAST & LUNCH TIME SPECIALS" Early Bird $2 Off Select Menu Items on Reg. Dinner Menu. 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A person can also save up to 1,000 gallons of water per month by turning off the water while brushing his or her teeth and shaving.. %fwm IA i 11114Ihiff bsVII F,'ll ?3g aI iI m~ia 1Ls&I llkIPPJPPp 4w40 W Rpq m4 "Copyrighted Material wi Q - Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" w _ - 0 - * S-wd- DG LINN Frnmast'( r' ' fused for an employee at Target. Perhaps it is because I shop there a lot or because I have a lot of red shirts, I am uncertain. However, I have been mistaken so many times 'for a Target employee that I am currently taking measures to get an honorary employee discount. One time I was visiting Target I dressed in normal clothes, no red shirts andkhaki pants as I have mistakenly worn to Target on many other unfortunate occasions. How- ever, I did wear a name badge from my present job. I was casually looking at a handbag I was certain I.didn't need when a woman came up to me and asked if I knewwhere she could find men's socks. My concentration was bro- ken from the handbag, and I looked up at the elderly .woman in frontof me.:It was happening again I Was in a store I didn't work in, and someone was asking me to help them. I wanted to say to the lady, "I don't work here, lady." But I didn't. I couldn't. Her hopeful .eyes simply needed some help, but I had to ask myself if I even knew where the men's socks were. I looked around for a real employee in the hopes that he or she could take some of the burden away from me after all, he or she was getting paid, and I wasn't. With resignation, I politely replied back to her, "They are over that way," and I pointed in the opposite corner, hop- ing to God that they were actually in that corner. She said back to me, so nicely, "Thank you, miss. You are so helpful." Now,. I have to say that Target has some of the nicer patrons that have mistaken me for an employee. There' have been times that my mis- taken identity has gotten me into screaming matches, and my so-called manager was going to be informed of my bad behavior. While dining out at a pizza place with friends, I got up to get us some more napkins: When I reached the napkin and condiment station, I was disgusted by the mess I found there. Garbage was every- where, and I had to sift my way through it to find the napkin dispenser. Another guest of the establishment came up behind me, and she also was disturbed by the mess. So disturbed in fact, she started yelling. But when I actually became cognitive of her rants, I realized she was yelling at me. "Every time I come here this place is a mess. This place hires the most incompetent people I have ever seen; You really need to clean up this mess." Wait a minute. I need to clean up this mess? Me? "Excuse me?" I felt com- pelled to ask. "You heard me," she snap- ped back. "This place is a mess and you need to clean it up." I couldn't believe this was happening to me. I had become used to people ask- ing, ne.where things were dn stores and being nice about it, but no one had ever given me a nasty order and insulted me before. This woman truly believed that I worked there. I couldn't tell if I was more upset because of my frustration at how often I .am mistaken for an employee, or if I was upset that she was such a clueless person that she automatically assumed that I worked there and was respon- sible for the mess. Finally, I lost my head. I screamed back, "I don't work here, lady. Clean up the mess yourself." Then, as if she heard only part of what I said, she said she was going to call the man- ager about me and demand- ed my name. I screamed back, "Go right ahead and call the manager. I don't care," and I told her my name and exactlyhowto spell it I still wonder to this day if she called and how she react- ed when she learned I didn't work there. So, I guess my point is to always be considerate of employees at establishments, especially if they are courte- ous to you. If you don't know that they work there for cer- tain, they might not work there at all. To quote Chuck Berry, "You never can tell." Courtney Linn does work at the Venice Gondolier Sun. You can reach her at: clinn @venicegondoliercom. '"; ~"'4~~ :J ..i ,, .1i ~ .;, The Officers. Board Members and Committee Members of the Venice Christmas Boat Parade. Inc. wish to thank everyone whose contributions, support and participation helped make the 2005 Boat Parade a huge success and, in particular, wish to thank the following businesses, organizations and individuals. PGT Landco Development Corp. Triple Diamond Jet Center Venice City.on the Gulf Venice Gondolier Sun Arrow Environmental Services, Inc. Boone, Boone, Boone, Koda & Frook, P.A. Superior Heating and Cooling Corp. Davis & Beyer. DDSPA Venice Yacht Club. Stanley Dean Insurance Inc. 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The day before surgery was scheduled, I got a call from St. Andrews telling me to be there at 6:45 a.m. the next day, not to wear cosmetics, and not to eat or drink anything after mid- night that night. Later, Dr. Stephenson phoned to touch base and to see if I had any questions or con- cerns. It was too late to change my mind, so ready or not, the "GO" light was on. The 10-minute procedure I'll spare you the details of registering and waiting to hear my name called after arriving at the prescribed time and place. Eventually, I was escorted by a pleasant nurse back to the pre-op room where patients were already lying on gurneys, awaiting surgery. Before long, I was one of them, with a plastic cover over my hair, listening to the nurses' chat- ter as they went about the business of applying eye drops, eye drops, and more eye drops to my left eye, over a designated period of time. These, I was assured, would numb my eye for the surgery. I recall I wasn't very chatty myself, wondering just how numb my eye would have to be not to feel anything! Be- sides, I was really cold. As if someone had read my mind, a lovely, heated blanket sud- denly covered me. It felt marvelous! Evidently, being cold goes with the territory. About that time, the anes- thetist arrived and intro- duced herself. She briefly described how the anesthesia would be given, explaining again that I wouldn't actually be asleep. The nurse inserted the needle, with an opening for the anesthesia, in my wrist area, and before I realized it, we were headed for the oper- Dr.Stephenrion checks on the progress of her patient's eyesight during an office visit following cataract surgery. eating room. I have a vague recollection of being greeted by Dr. Stephenson, of my face being covered except for the left eye, of various colored lights waving around some- where, perhaps in my mind's eye, and then really coming awake when the covering was pulled off my face I hadn't known it was taped down. That smarted a bit! I had absolutely no sense of how much time has passed; it could have been hours or weeks for all I knew, but, in actuality, it was only about 10 minutes. Awake now, I walked with a nurse to the recovery room not far away, where I was greeted by a St. Andrews vol- unteer and seated in a com- fortable chair. When she offered me juice or coffee, I greedily opted for both, along with cinnamon toast. At some point my left eye had been covered with a patch. Until the next patient come into the room, I pictured myself with the black patch favored by swashbuckling heroes of movie fame. My ego was seriously deflated when I saw the huge silver colored affair staring at me on the face of the woman across the room. No doubt about it, even a person with cataracts wouldn't have trou- ble honing in on that target! My. ride came shortly thereafter and I was given a pair of dark glasses to wear outdoors. They weren't what I'd call fashionable either, but they certainly did the job they were designed to do. We arrived home well before 10:30 a.m. The instructions for the rest of the day in- cluded wearing the patch, no reading, no computer, (watching TV was OK) no bending, lifting or straining. Other than being bored by the lack of things to do, I felt, fine; no pain at all. I recalled how, in my working days, I would have paid money to have such a "down" day. Timing is everything, isn't it? PHOTOS COURTESY OF MARY NEACY Dr. Dee Stephenson, assisted by Shelly Parrish, R.N., uses a microscope to perform cataract surgery. Recovery Mine was only one of about 14 cataract surgeries Dr. Stephenson did that Tuesday. She operates week- ly at St. Andrews and sees those patients at her office the following day. I opted not to drive myself Wednes- day as the patch was still in place and I truly felt like a character out of Star Wars! Wearing the dark glasses helped but when I walked in the office and removed them, I had to laugh at the row of identical patches that greeted me. Even though we didn't know one another, it was quite obvious we all had something in common. With the patch removed and the eye cleansed, my surroundings turned into a virtual kaleidoscope of color, each vying to be the bright- est. The eye remains greatly dilated for several days fol- lowing surgery, which ac- counts for this phenomenon. Wearing those "cataract" sunglasses outdoors helps to dissipate the light overload. Actually, you feel as if the world has taken on a brand new look. The eye patch had to be worn overnight for the next three nights, but was then discarded. Eye drops four times a day became part of the daily routine. The surgery on my right eye took place the following week. As the old adage goes - "What a difference a day (week) makes." Knowing what to expect certainly lessens the anxiety. All went well, only now I had to remember to put drops in both eyes four times a day. The drops continue for a number of weeks but eventu- ally taper off as the healing process progresses. Cataract surgery doesn't promise 20- 20 vision as some people think; I will eventually get a prescription for new reading glasses. My vision, however, has improved immensely, to the point that I can now see every wrinkle and imperfec- tion in what I once thought was a much more youthful face. Everything seems to have a downside, doesn't it? If you haven't been diag- nosed with cataracts yet, don't get smug. The prob- ability of your getting them is fairly high. According to a report by the Mayo Clinic, if you are 65 or older there is a 50 percent chance you'll have them. Folks older than 75 have a 70 percent probabil- ity of having cataracts signi- ficant enough to impair their vision. But, hey, the good news is, they can be cured. Dr. Stephenson's expertise and the personal attention she gives to each of her patients made my close en- counter with cataract surgery an "eye opening" experience. Thanks to her, her staff and the volunteers and staff at St. Andrews, I can truthfully say to those who find you need cataract surgery -- 'It's-,ell wofththe effortt" MARK KAIUFMAN ROOFING .::, -,i', ..', License #CCC044038 Fully Insured OVER 90% OF T E JOBS WE GETARE FROM REFERRALS. WHY DO YOU TBAC IITAT S? 941-426-5241 VK 941-624-4636 iREROOFfS RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL REPAIRS . 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Renowned among thou- sands of bird-watchers, wild- life artists and researchers, it began in 1971 when Ralph Heath spotted an injured cor- morant and carried it to a vet- erinaian friend who helped h-im.nurse it back to health.: 'New6s spread fast about( Florida's new "bird doctor" and within days other patients arrived. SToday the Sanctuary cares for more than 10,000 injured birds. Many birds are brought to the center and some just seem to arrive there, as if they knew where to go for help. For more information on Florida's Beach, call (877) FL- BEACH (352-3224) or visit FloridasBeach.com. To learn about "adopting" a bird, visit seabirdsanctu- ary.org. COURTESY PHOTO The Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary in the St. Petersburg/ Clearwater area of Florida has become home to more than 40 different species. CONTACT US DEBBIE SHULMAN ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR (941)207-1106 dshulman@venicegondolier.com www.venicegondolier.com Preparing your pets as hurricane season nears f al to the list that are out of the area in the event you are forced to relocate. Be sure your pet .always wears a collar with current ID tag and a number where you can be reached. Even indoor pets can get out in an emer- gency and pets should always have some sort of identifica- tion on them so owners can be found quickly and easily. Keep a copy of your pet's veterinarian records and vac- GRACE JOYCE cinations handy; you'll need PET COLUMIST these in the shelter or to board your pet, and you'll definitely want them close at Hurricane season is fast hand in the event you leave approaching and now is the the area. time to make or review your Keep pet supplies, food, plan and get supplies in water, medications, leash and order. As you make your pet carrier on hand. Just as plans, don't forget to make'a you would pack a disaster plan for your pets as well. survival kit for yourself, pack When disaster strikes many one for your pet too. things can happen that we Here is a survival kit check- may forget about. We lose list to get you started: power, phone lines go down, Crate and bedding. water service is interrupted Food, water, manual can and retail stores close. These opener and dishes. disruptions affect our lives, Plastic bags, paper towels, and the lives of our pets. The newspaper (shredded can be best way .to provide protec- used as cat litter), disinfec- tion is to prepare a plan well tant. in advance of any danger. It Collar, leash, harness. doesn't take long and it will Muzzles, gauze rolls. save you from forgetting Identification tags. something that may be Current medical and vacci- essential during the disaster. naton records. A few things to consider for Extra,bottles of daily med- your plan include: ications or copies of prescrip- Don't leave your pet be- tions with current expiration hind! If your home becomes dates. unsafe for you, it will be Current photos unsafe for your pet. Many Pet comfort items, including evacuation shelters now ac- towels, blankets and toys. cept pets, so know which List of shelters, hotels, ones are available and have motels, boarding kennels, items included in your hurri- veterinarians, etc., that cane evacuation supply kit so accept pets. .you.ure ready to move quick- *! Detailed instructions for ly. Know th6 shelter rules for animal care for rescue work- pets, including what type of a ers. crate or carrier you will need Outn-tf-tac te lephone con- and where the animalrwilllie tacts. placed during your stay. Pack A little planning can help favorite toys, blankets and you and your pet remain safe other items that will help in the face of disaster. keep your pets calm and Grace Joyce is St. Francis make them feel safe if they Animal Rescue president and cannot be near you. It's also co-founder St. Francis Animal important to have a back-up Rescue is a nonprofit, no-kill list of additional shelters, facility, located at 1925 South hotels, friends, pet sitters, Tamiami Trail, Venice. Adop- kennels or veterinarians that tion hours are Monday can take your pet in the event through Thursday, 1-5 p.m., shelters are full and there is and Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. no place left to go. Add sever- Call 492-6200. Dawg tired j- Mr w w w SUN PHOTO BY KIM COOL Kaitlyn Holland, 3, of St. Louis, puts a blanket on sleepy Abbey aboard The Key Breeze, owned by Tom and Sally Reed. Abbey, a pet therapy dog, is second mate. DID YOU KNOW? Have you lost a pet or, found one that strayed from home? The Venice Gondolier Sun provides free classified ads for lost and found pets. Call 207-1200. PET BRIEFS Cattery sale' The Cattery Thrift Store of St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice hosts a special two- day sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., May 30 and 31 at 1651 South Tamiami Trail in the Jaca- randa Plaza. Everything in the store will be offered at 50 per- cent off, and clothing will be sold at $2 a bag or two bags for $3. Call 492-6210, Open house Southeastern Guide Dogs will be operi to the public dur- ing the first two Saturdays in June, 10 a.m.-noon, June 3 and June 10. The public is welcome to visit the campus, take tours of the facility, see guide dogs in action and visit the puppies and dogs in the kennel. Bring the whole fami- ly for this free event. Southeastern Guide Dogs is located at 4210 77th St., E., Palmetto. Call' (941) 729-5665 or visit. guidedogs.org. Recycle aluminum cans with CANS 4 CATS St. Francis Animal Rescue of Venice takes aluminum cans and turns them into cash to help support the homeless and abandoned animals in their care. The or- ganization recycles the cans through their CANS 4 CATS program. Recyclable aluminum cans can be dropped off any time at the rear of the shelter locat- ed at 1925 South Tamiami Trail, just south of Seminole in SouthVenice. Cans can also be taken to the rear entrance of The Cattery Thrift Store located at 1651 South Tami- ami Trail in the Jacaranda Plaza. Businesses, schools and community organizations are also needed to host a can recycling location or event. For more information, call Grace Joyce, president, at 485- 8082. The Wildlife Center Animal rescue volunteers are needed 365 days a year at the Wildlife Center of Venice. The center is open 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., seven days a week, helping rescue, rehabilitate and return to the wild, or- phaned and injured wildlife. If you are interested in be- coming a volunteer at the Wildlife Center of Venice, contact Kevin or Linda at 484- 9657, or visit wildlifecenterof- venice.org Dog club The Greater Venice Florida Dog Club meets at 7:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at the South Venice Community Center, 720 Alli- gator Drive. To learn more, visit venicedogclub.org. oum 9 .* 9 9 4s G^ vc My little dog a heartbeat at my feet. Edith Wharton I think I could turn and live with ani- mals, they are so placid and self-con- tained, I stand and look at them long and long. -Walt Whitman Every boy should have two things: a dog, and a mother willing to let him have one. -Anonymous Dogs come when they're called; cats take a message and get back to you later. MaryBly We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals. Immanuel Kant There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face. BenWilliams A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song. Chinese proverb The Cat. He walked by himself, and all places were alike to him. Rudyard Kipling 9 4 * 9 I ~ez;E~T~ VENICE GONDOLIER SUN 13B Tulane students visit Florida House to seek ways to rebuild New Orleans STAFF REPORT Twelve graduate students and a professor from New Orleans recently toured the Florida House Learning Center, Sarasota County's environmental model home and landscape. Dr. Charles Reith, Professor of Environ- mental Management at ' Tulane University, and the students, from Tulane and the Payson Institute for Applied Development and Technology Transfer, traveled to Sarasota County to learn about the ways it builds and encourages sustainable homes, yards and communi- ties. With a climate and vul- nerability to storms that is similar to Sarasota County's, AGING fromPage B ty. Unfortunately, the elderly are often targets of crime, and are therefore vulnerable. If your loved one's neighbor- hood is not safe, moving them, be it to a home or a new place, is a good idea. Also, if your loved one's home requires upkeep that they are not able to physically do any- more, it could indicate they're not safe living alone. Support systems. No one should live in isolation, espe- cially the elderly. If your loved one has a strong support sys- tem of family and friends that he regularly interacts with, that could be a sign that he's capable of continuing to live independently. While those friends and family should contact your loved one regu- larly and stop in to help out whenever possible, if your loved one is maintaining an active social life he could be all right staying where he is. Finances. Finances often play a significant role in what to do with an elderly loved one. If your loved one is capa- ble of living on what he has and isn't exhibiting any sign iL- icant problems such as for- getting to pay bills or regular- ly paying them late, finance concerns should provide no reason to move him. However, if your loved one cannot live on his current income or might have prob- lems doing so down the road, consider your options. One thing to note is that nursing home prices are high, so con- suiting a financial advisor to help you is a good road to take. While these areas are a good place to start, they should not dictate what you do nor should you ignore other possible areas of con- cern. To learn more about help- ing the elderly, visit the AARP Web site at aarp.org. MEMORIAL rom Pae 1 'I left them in France,' " Bob said. There were a couple of 80- somethings dancing on the Mall to '40s music. Water stands were everywhere, and many volunteer medics walked around making con- versation as they checked the crowd. M' TlWere' rls the'story the 'ii at dy i thlte paper about the. nrld \Var 11 veteran who awoke in an ambulance, refused treatment, grabbed his cane andjumped out.Well Sof course. There were lots of speech- es during the dedication and -the veterans paid special attention to George Herbert Walker Bush, Bob Dole, Tom Brokaw and Tom Hanks, the Latter two having obtained Through their talents some Smantel of credibility. And of course there was the upgrade to First Class during Bob's flight on North- west Airlines, the applause on the plane, the FBI agent who 'carried Bob's suitcase and escorted us through Reagan National Airport, the thou- sands of handshakes and expressions of heart felt thanks. the impromptu' mo- Storcycle police escort to Ar- lington National Cemetery, the_ picture of Bob in the S'Suniday,;- May 30; Washington Post and on and on. 'I'm completely over- whelmed,' Bob said on the plane back to Little Rock. Bob died this year. He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. You can e-mailDon Moore at: moore@sun-herald.com. New Orleans and its educa- tional institutions are seek- ing the most sustainable ways to rebuild their com- munity. The group spent about four hours with Sarasota County staff and volunteers, touring the- Florida-friendly landscape and learning about the "green" materials and meth- ods that were used to build the house. The features of the Florida House focus on resource conservation, energy and water efficiency, healthy indoor air quality, recycled and recyclable products, and durability (storm shutters, safe room and termite pro- tection). New Orleans is con- sidering creating a similar project to educate its citizens about sustainable construc- tion techniques and commu- nity development. St. Petersburg and Pinellas County officials, as well as Hillsborough County Plan- ning Commission staff, have also toured the Florida House recently with a goal of ini- tiating sustainability demon- stration'education projects Call Center at. 861-5000 and in their areas. ask about the Florida House For more information, Learning Center, or e-mail contact the Sarasota County flhouse@scgov.net. : \Jverizpnwireless COOL PHONES. AMAZING FEATURES. BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE! 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Not available on accessory bundle kits. 2006 Verizon Wireless. SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2006 WWW.VENICEGONDOLIE M I U0IICI Ui" -----ll*8- --~lPiI '~~N~---- U-I~-*~-Ir-- -- PHOTO COURTESY OF SARASOTA COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS Students from Tulane University tour the Florida House landscape to learn about sustainable ways to rebuild New Orleans. 000 "This benefit of seeing... can come only if you pause a while, extricate yourself from the maddening mob of quick impressions ceaselessly battering our lives, and look thoughtfully at a quiet image.., the viewer must be willing to pause, to look again, to meditate." Dorothea Lange, Photographer (1895-1965) SUNDAY 14B MAY 28,2006 S/Rhyming with SBabies SJacaranda Public Library hosts Baby Rhyme and Sign Time at 9:30 a.m. R: Tuesdays at 4143 .." 'Woodmere Park Blvd., .. Venice. Geared toward "babies from newborns to 18 months, this 20-minute program includes nursery rhymes, song, baby sign language and a board book. Space is limited. Older siblings welcome. PHOTOS BY JEFF -AVARES/ GONDOLIER SUN Rene Page with her son Noah. Jacaranda library's Anna Coleman leads the program, which includes signing. r '. aw- A Victoria Thamer with her grandson, Benjamin Apostolou. Noah Page, left, gets a hug from a fellow rhyming baby Derek Jones. Audrey Van Osdol, four months. Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified Venice Gondolier Sun Sun Newspapers ~-- mL Ip *m***r w-w rra~r Ir 941-207-1200 www.venicegondolier.com -_ a IMfM 6%EIA nn IIkt Al RA IIC II 02 DODGE INTREPID SE, Only 52K Miles,' V6, Full Power, Keyless Entry, Extra Clean #E277TB 7,984 02 PONTIAC SI '* *** ' AZTEC V-6. Auto. 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Factory Warranty, Only 38K miles! #1791M 18,984 04 CHEVY TAHOE LS URNVUE Automatic, Full Power S Package, CD player, Great Gas Mileage, Factory Warranty. 13K Miles #1804M iif15,984 03 BUICK PARK AVENUE 1 Owner, 35K Miles, White Diamond, Leather, Moonroof, Factory Chrome Wheels 2 ""A '' #1723M 01 CHEVY SUB URBAN LT 60K Miles, Leather, 7 Passenger, Dual A/C, Top of the Line! #E388TA p4,984 - ---mLm. ,'- - ~-~-~I ie1--11 a- 05 CHEVY CULUHAUU LS CREW 4X4 Loaded Vortec 3.5 5 Cylinder Full Power, Factory Warranty. #1748M 05 CHEVY CORVEI TE CONV 2700 Miles, Navigation, XM Radio, magnetic Red #1722M Po,984 S15 CORVETTES READY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY Page 1 06 SATI S' ';,, '-', I UlS D v ilc as I s -- -- - v 7,89841 q"Tl orm -- i - -L i 13,934 Venice Gondolier Sun ? Sun Newspapers ... i .P -A A~ upf % V I 5184 ....... Restaurant Equipment 5185 .................. Roofing 5187................... Soffit 5190 ... SecretarialBookkeeping & Tax 5193........ Telephone Services 5195 ............ .Typing Services 5200.......... .. TVNCR Repair 5210 ........ Upholstery/Draperies 5225 ........... Window Cleaning 5230 .... ....... Miscellaneous i "1i 7.,,MO T Ti V f - 1010 ......'....... Open Houses 1019 ........ Cape Haze/Rotonda 1020............. Homes/General 1021...: ............. Arcadia 1022 ................ Englewood 1023........... Nokomis/Osprey 1024. ................ North Port 1025 ............. Port Charlotte 1026.......... Punta Gorda 1027 ............ South Venice 1028 ................... Venice 1029. ................. Sarasota 1030........... Waterfront Homes 1040 .............. Condos/Villas 1060............... Townhouses 1070 ...... ..... Duplexes 1075............ Tri-plex For Sale 1080 ............ Apartments 1090.............. Mobile Homes 1100 .......... Interval Ownership 1110 .......... Out Of Area Homes 1115 ............ Trade/Exchange 1120 ............. Wanted To Buy FOR RENT 1205 .............. Lease Option 1210 .. ................ Homes 1240 ........... CondosNillas 1300 ................ Duplexes 1320.......... .. ..Apartments 1330 ............ Hotel/Motel 1340.............. Mobile Homes 1345 ....... Miscellaneous Rentals 1350 .. ............. Efficiencies 1360........ ....... Rooms 1370 ....... ... Rentals To Share 1390 .............. .:. Vacation 1420 .......... .. Wanted To Rent LOTS 1500...... : ...... Lots & Acreage 1515 .................. Waterfront 1520 ........... Out Of Town Lots 1530............ Commercial Lots 1540 ............ Trade/Exchange BUSINESS 1600.......... Business For Sale :1610' ", ...... Bu,Jiriess Rerntals 1"611' .. .. .... Hall Rernials *r ii, i!' .i '' * 2005 ............... Services 2015 ..... ......... Banking 2010 ........... Professional 2020.... . . Clerical 2025 ..... ....... . .Computer 2030. ........... ..... Medical 2035 .. ................ Musical 2040......... ... Restaurant/Hotel 2050.............. Skilled Trades 2060 ............. Management 2070 ................. Sales 2090 .... Child/Adult Care Needed 2100 .............. General 2110 .......... ..Pamirme Temporar 2115 ....... Home Based Business 2120. ...... P. siicl'onJ r.b Warded 3005 .........900 Phone Services 3010 ........... Announcements 3015 ....... ...... Happy Ads 3020 ................. Personals 3030.............. Places To Eat 3040 ............ Card Of Thanks 3050 ... ................ Singles 3060 .......... Schools/Instruction 3070 ........... Burial Lots/Crypts ,3080. .... ... TraveiTickels 3090. ...... Lost & Found' 4010 ....... Business Opportunities 4020 ..... 'Financial/Miscellaneous 4050 ..... Investment Opportunities 4080 ...... .... Loans/Mortgages 5005 ................ Alterations ,5020 ..... Appliance Service Repair 5040 ............ Carpet Services 5050..... ...... Child/Adult Care 5053. .......... Computer Service 5054 ............. Contractors 5055 ............... Courier/Taxi 5060 ........'. Domestic Cleaning 5070.......... ... Electrical 5075........ Errand/Shopping 5080 ..... ... Ec..avairng'Bush HO C 5083 ................ Flooring 5085.......... ..... Fences 5086 ....... .... Furniture Repair 5087 ... ...... Fireplace/Chimney 5088 ...... ..... Health & Beauty 5090 ..:............ Heating & Air 5100........ Home & Commer.:,ii Improvements 5101 .............. House Sitting 5105 ................ Insurance 5110......... Lawn/Garden & Tree 5120............ Medical Services 5130 .......... Moving/Hauling 5140 ...... Painting & Wallpapering 5150 ............... Pest Control 5155. ........... .... Pet Care 5160 ............. .. Plumbing .5165. ...... ... Pool Services 51.80 .......... Pressure Cleaning 5181 ............. Recreation *5183 : ".'. Recycling/Salvage 6190 ............ Tools/Machinery 6195............ Farm Equipment 6220. ... Office/Business Equipment and Supplies 6225 ... .. Restaurant Supplies GARAGE SALES 6230............ Pets & Livestock 105 ..... .... .... Arcadia Area 6250 ............... Appliances 110 ........... Englewood Area 6260.......... .... Miscellaneous 120............. Lake Suzy Area 6270 ... Wanted To Buy/Trade 125 ...... Ji.om;s O sprey Area 136 0 ...n.. rIn.r, Po n Ara f.. .. 135 ..... .... Pori Charlone 7 Area . .. . 140 ........ ;Punta Gorda Area 145 ............. Rotonda Area 150 ............. Sarasota Area 1556.... .. South Venice Area 160. ............. Venice Area 6015 ............. Flea Market 6020 .................. Auctions 6025............. Arts and Crafts 6027 .. ................ Dolls 6030 .......... HouseholdGoods 6040..:........... TV/Stereo/Radio 7010 A- Ai 6060 ........ Cmripuler Equipment 7020 .............. Buick 6065 .......... Cl.ohng Jewelry 7025. ............... ... BMW 6070 ....... Anliques Colec( ,tles 7030........... ... ... .: Cillac 6075 ...... FruitsVeela les 7040 .............. ... Chevrolet 6090 ................... Musical 7050............ ....... Chrysler 6095. ............... Medical 7060 ................... Dodge 6100.............. Health/Beauty 7065 .............. ...... Eagle 6110 ............Trees & Plants 7070 ................... Ford 6120 ............... Baby Items 7080 ................ Jeep 6125 ............ Golf Accessories 7085 ..................... Lexus 6128 ............ Exercise/Fitness 7090 ................... Lincoln 6130 ............ Sporting Goods 7100 .............. Mercury 6135........... Bicycles/Tricycles 7110 ................. Oldsmobile 6138... ...... ... ......... Toys 7120 ................ Plymouth 6140 .......... PhotqgraphyNideo 7130 .................. Pontiac 6145 ........ Pool, Spa & Supplies 7135 ....... :........... Saturn 6160 ............. Lawn & Garden 7140 .... Miscellaneous Domestic Auto 6170 ........... Building.Supplies 7145. .................. Acura 6180... Heavy Cors-:tnJr:tion EquJipmenl....-r .50....- .......... --- .Daewoo: 7160 .. ................ Honda 7165 ................ Infiniti 7170 ......... .. ....... Isuzu 7175 ................... Jaguar 7177 ... ........ ........ KIA 7180 ............... Mazda 7190 ............... Mercedes 7195......... ...... Mitsubishi 7200 ................... Nissan 7205 .............. : Sports Cars 72.10 ................... Toyota 7220 ........... .....Volkswagen 7230 ............. ...... Volvo 7240 ....... Miscellaneous Imports 7250......... Antiques/Collectibles 7252 .............. Budget Buys 7260.............. Autos Wanted 7270....... Auto Parts/Accessories 7280 ..........Auto Service/Repair 7290. ........... ......... Vans 7300............ Trucks/Pick-Ups 7305 ......... Sport Utility Vehicles 7310 ............. ..... 4-x4s 7320......... ....... Aviation 7341 ........ Trailer & Accessories 7360... Motorcycles/Mopeds/Scooters 7370 ...... Campers/Travel Trailers 7380 ......... Motor Homes/RVs 7381....... ... ..... RV Storage BOATS 7329 .... . .. Bargain Basket 7330 .......... .. Boats-Powered 7331 .............. ... Sailboats .-7332...... Personal Water Vehicles '7333...... Miscellianeous Boals 7334..... Oultoard.Marine Engines 7335........ ..CraianerRenlals 7336........ Boat Storage/Docking 7337. ............... Boat'Repairs 7338 ... Marine Supplies Equipment .-7339 : ...... Caroes'Kayal s .'7340 ...' 0 B rMarlre Eng Repair .1 O N.h( 1 1000 1010 OPEN HOUSES 1010 OPEN HOUSES 1010 OPENHOUSES 1010 OPEN HOUSES 1010 OPEN HOUSES 1010 OPEN HOUSES A REAL ESTATE "We Are Pledged To The Let- tpr And Spirit of U.S. Policy For The Achievement Of Equal Housing Opportunity Throughout The Nation. We Encourage And Support An Affirmative Advertising And Marketing Program In Which there Are No Barriers To Obtaining Housing Because of Race, Color, Religion, Sec, Handicap, Familial Status Or National Origin." REAL ESTATE 1010- 1650 1010 Open House 1020 Homes/General 1021 Arcadia 1022 Englewood 1023 Nokomis/Osprey 1024 North Port 1025 Port Charlotte 1026 Punta Gorda 1027 South Venice 1028 Venice 1029 Sarasota 1030 Waterfront Home 1040 Condos/Villas 1060 Townhouses 1070 Duplexes 1075 Tri-Plex For Sale 1080 Apartments 1090 Mobile Homes 1100 Interval Ownership 1115 Out Of Area Home 1120 Wanted To Buy Rent 1210 Homes 1240 Condos/Villas 1280 Townhouses 1300 Duplexes 1320 Apartments 1330 Hotel/Motel 1340 Mobile Homes 1345 Misc. Rentals 1350 Efficiencies 1360 Rooms 1370 Rentals To Share 1390 Vacation 1420 Wanted To Rent Lots 1500 Lots & Acreage 1515 Waterfront 1520 Out Of Area Lots 1530 Commercial Lots 1540 Trade/Exchange Business 1600 Business For Sale 1610 Business Rentals 1615 Income Property 1620 Commercial/Indus trial Property 1640 Warehouse & Storage 1650 Farm/Ranches 1010 OPEN HOUSES 05/28/06 2179 LAKESHORE CIR. Open Sat. 1-2pm BRING OFFERS! Lovely canal front 3/2 w/tile roof, new car- pet, paint, updated baths and kitchen! In move-in condition! Asking $199,900. Call Stefania Garofoli 941-457- 3388/Weichert Realtors Southern Choice 941-613- 2300. 3104 GARBETT TERR, NORTH PORT, Sun 12-3 NEW CONSTRUCTION,PRICE REDUCED $259,900, BEAU- TIFUL&AFFORDABLE 3/2/2 POOL HOME,LRG CORNER- LOT,GREENBLT,FSBO 781-913-2228 OR 978-766- 0002 625 Trumpet Tree, Burnt Store Meadows, Punta Gorda. Sun. 2-4.. Brand new 3/2/2 pool home. $369,900. Hosted By: Suzanne Gordon Weichert Realtors Southern Choice (941)-875-6256 Waterfront Home, w/Dock 3/2 Home, New Interior 132 Gause Dr.,Venice, Thurs. June 22, Open 11:30 210' Wide Myakka River View Deep water, New private Dock No Minimum! No Reservel www.vanderee.com BEST STEAL IN N. PORT 3/2/2, Flawless 2 year old, Must sell, already moved. $178,500. OPEN SUN 9-5 3707 Bellefonte Ave 941-423-1590 HERON CREEK 4322 Whis- pering Oaks Dr. Open Sun- day 1-3pm. Beautiful lake- front 3/2/2 villa with soar- ing and caged lanai! Asking $334,900 Call Stefania Garofoli 941-457-3388 Weichert Realtors South- ern Choice 941-613-2300 Kings Gate $279,900 24524 Buckingham Way 1 mile from gate in newer sec- tion. Sunday 1 4 or by appt. Pat Cavanagh Landmark Realty (941)-204-7457 OPEN HOUSE 1318 Hedgewood Circle in North Port. Open Sun 1 4pm 2BR/2BA/2CG + den villa at Woodhaven Estates. Jo Bryand, Prudential Florida WCI, 941- 456 2238 OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm, Fri, Sat, Sun &.Mon, 2377 Bal Harbour Dr. Venice Gdns waterfront pool home. Compl renovated, 1900sf, split plan. $359,000 (941)-496-8656 OPEN HOUSE NORTH PORT SUN MAY 28 12-3 3133 GATSUN 3BR SNewly remodeled home - outside needs some TLC. ALL OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED. 8789 N.W. Gaillard Ave Extremely NEAT & CLEAN, FULLY FURN. 3BR Eat-in Kitchen, 1 car garage. A MUST SEE! Donna Lee Realty 426-5197 SUNSTAR REALTY, INC. MORRIS REA LTY INC,. OPEN HOUSE PUNTA GORDA 12PM 4PM $489,000 3282 Daytona Drive Drastically reduced sail- boat water front! MLS #624241 Peter & Diane Conroy 941-235-2047 DEEP CREEK 1PM 4PM $279,000 515 Corrientes Circle Superb canal front home! 3/2/2 New, New, New! MLS #620344 Tony Gillen 941-255- 7208 Enelewood 1PM 4PM $429,000 1835 Faust Drive Nicely remodeled 3/2/2 with boat dock & water view. MLS #515713 Pat Bieneman 941-258- 4527 PORT CHARLOTTE moil OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOON 3PM 8251 Esther Street Cape Haze Preconstruction Resort Condominiums on one of the last few remaining deepwater accesses on Intercoastal Waterway. $955,000. West/South on 776 to south 771 to north on Placida to west on Esther Street. Host: Elliott Falcione Classified = Sales OPEN MAY 27TH SAT 2-4 & SUNDAY 1-4 13603 ROMFORD AVE GARDENS OF GULF COVE 2/1/1 New roof, appliances, community pool & tennis @ $139,900 13346 CARTER AVE GARDENS OF GULF COVE 3/2/2, granite counter tops, stainless appliances, $214,900 6195 GRANDEUR ST. E. ENGLEWOOD 3/2/2 pool home, new roof, new AC, New kitchen cabi- nets, solid counter tops. $239,900 Ask for Don 941-276-8991 Cell 24/7 PG 5971 Garlin Lane, Open Sat. & Sun. 11 3. Cute & clean 2/1/crprt. Furn/unfurn. $149,900. 941-258-4444 SUNAM- PUNTA GORDA OFFICE NOW OPEN FOR ALL CUSTOMER SERVICE BUSINESS 331 SULLIVAN ST (Green 2-story house, ground fl, Corner of West Virginia Ave. and Sullivan St.) BUSINESS HOURS Monday.- Friday 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. (941) 205-1000 Advertise in The Classifieds! South Venice & Venice Gardens, 2&3BR/2BA/2CG Island of Venice, 2&3BR/2BA North Port, 3BR/2BA/2CG Fairway Village, 2BR/Den/2BAN2CG Venetian Falls, 2BR/Den/2BA/2CG Venetian Golf & River Club, 2BR/Den/2BA/2CG Mission Valley, 3BR/3.5BA/Pool/2CG Sat&Sun 14, 900 Phylis S, P Char, 3/2/2 Pool home in quiet area, $239,500 941-429-6993 www.4northporthomes.com Sat 11-5 & Sun 1-5, 4773 Comsilk Terr, N. Port, Immac 3/2/2-A Must See $239,900 941-4296993 www.4northporthomes.com Sat, Sun, Mon 10-5PM 524 Glen Oak Rd, Ven. Gardens, 2/2/1.5CG, easily 3/3. 1884sf under air, 2377sf total., Near bch, new A/C & 50 yr. roof, city water. $245,000 (941)497-2840 Sat., Sun., Mon., 12p-3p 3011 Matecumbe Key Rd. Burnt Store Marina 3/2.5/1, townhouse, over 1,800 sf. under a/c on golf course. $299,000. (508)-633-9791 Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale > !C 'L LL- -LA ,5, ., L. L L. .:c-L BUYING OR SELLING - To place your ad call: 207-1200 - From Venice/North Port 475-2200 From Englewood L L -.. .. : .. ,.: -.. ., ,! ' , .. ,, t. ,;.: .j 0A. .:OM .Me ' ... .L ,3-" _. .. P, TLC 1'. L' .W: -. COZY HOME inl VE1nICE EAST i r AUGUSTA VILLS AT TE PLAI2ATION GOLF 02 '9]00 r.,. i.: .. ... : lh,'.f i It 1 ,_' a a-i,'n J l .i ., .... GREAT LOCATN iOc i ir. i v :.,r, li~ 1:,, p IMMACuLATE ,iR ,1: i :. I, ii.:..: :. white appliances + pantry + laundry closets, station shutters throughout as well as a beautiful Community pool nearby. MLS#516806 $299,900 lake Views and community pool. $325,000 $184,500 MLS#448761 Remodeled 3BR, 2BA and 2 car attached carport. Large Fl. rm. w/ wall A/C Room for boat or RV. Close to Mineral Lake. $189,900 MLS#517053 Great Investment! 4 blocks to beach or downtown Venice. Spacious, updated, clean, fully furnished, 1 st floor condo. 1 BR, 1BA, 2 car parking space. $204,900 MLS#517510 Island condo! 1 block from beach, 1BR 1BA, recently updated. Turnkey furnished. Heated pool. $253,500 MLS#517907 3BR, 2BA, 2CG home only 4 ,i ., : r.- i Greail rT stile ;ih dining area + breakfast nook in white appliances kitchen. .Sc :d ,r-ai av.in .:-pen iew a back. Close to 3 North Port schools. $294,000 MLS#498593 Large corner lot, professional landscaping. 3BR split plan with great rm. Screened deck. Home warranty plan included. Seller's credit for closing cost or carpeting. $299,900 r.L-". 1. i.': e. H A 'P -T r,,' ..P r Ir .e in PI ..-a Por,t G' . Ci.. ntr C' .'1 : i. c 3. ,:.ll o :.:. s". I, T, rr,- u ror. uTm.:r..cr, .an :"i:t r..r p,. ,o. Service You Deserve. People You Trust. ,, $995.$1100/mo $1000.$1100/mo $1100.$1200/mo $1125/mo $1150.$1500/mo $1300.$1800/mo $1800/mo 1PM 3PM $349,900 ANNUAL APTS/VILLAS/CONDOS/DUPLEXES 12142 Chancellor Blvd. $775/mo South Venice Duplex, 2BR/1BA Harbor access, 2 bed- room, 2 bath gem with 2 $775.$2000/mo Island of Venice Condos, 1 & 2BR; For UF car garage. MLS $800.$850/mo Albee Farm Road, 1 & 2BR/2BA #633686 $900/mo Sorrento Park, by Oscar Scherer 2BR/2BA Sherrie Cremen 941- $925.$950/mo Mission Lakes, 2BR/2BA/Lanai F or UF $950.$1200/mo East Venice Avenue Area, 2 & 3BR/2BA Open May 27-29 1-5 Rotonda $1300/mo Venetia (US41 & Jacaranda), 2BR/2BA 3/2/2, canal, spa, handicap $1300.$1400/mo St. Andrews Plantation, 2BR/2BA access. 216 Mark Twain Ln. Wright Realty, FL 941475-2897 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR 2007 SEASONAL RENTALS Open Sat 9-1 & Sun 1-4 OFF SEASON RENTALS ALSO AVAILABLE BY THE MONTH 7800 Meroni Blvd. in North Port 3/2/2 like new for direc- tions call 941-626-3965 Advertise in The Classifieds! ERAM Preferred Properties of Venice, Inc. Realtor 325 West Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 (941) 485-9602 Toll Free 1-877-640-7653 www.veniceflproperties.com E-mail:eravenice@aol.com ANNUAL RENTAL HOMES UNFURNISHED I r '' ..' Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified Paae 2 i . Sunday. Mav 28. 2006, Real Estate Classified 1010 OPEN HOUSES Southern Choice 941-613-2300 OPEN SUNDAY 1PM 4PM PORT CHARLOTTE 23340 Mullins 3/2/2 Pool horne $279,000 Hosted BY: S Steve Jones 17110 Wintergarden 4/2/2 Pool home $399,900 Hosted By: Therese Dotsey & C. Dallas 2150 Taunt St. 3/2 Home $174,900 Hosted By: Salvador Perez 24056 Buckingham Way 3/2/2 home in Kings GAte $329,000 NORTH PORT 3674 Lockout Lane 3/2/2 Home $238,000 Hosted By: Richard Meadows 3181 Royal Palm 3/2/2 Pool Home in Bob- cat Trail $359,900 Hosted By: Sharor Trenary 2984 Royal Palm 3/2/2 Pool Home in Bobcat Trail $359,000 Hosted By: Doug Ward 1556 Palmetto Palm 4/3/3 in Bobcat Trail $439,000 Hosted By: Bar- bara Ward 2189 Palm Court 3/2/2 Pool Home in Charleston Pk $368,500 Hosted By: Lori Doyle PUNTA GORDA 625 Trumpet Tree ? 2 Pool Home in Burnt Store Meadows H.:. ie :u: ari Gordon 2292 Oberon 3/2/2 Home in Deep Creek $239,000 Hosted By: Rosemarie Cruz 25491 Deep , Creek Blvd 3/2/2 Home in Deep Creek $292,900 Hosted By: Tim Martin 275 Lewis Cir 2/2 condo with 2 car garage in Punta Gorda Isles i $275,900 Hosted By: Glenn Redmond Sun 114, 1188San Mateo Dr., N. Port, 3/2/2 pool home, $5,000 closing cost credit $259,900 941-429-6993 www.4northporthomes.com Sun 12-3, 14507 Ransom Ave., Pt Char, Beautfly updated 3/2/1 $209,900 941-429-993 www.4northporthomes.com Sun, 14, 3297 N. Chamberlan, N. Port, 3/2/2 Pool Home on city water, $244,900 941-4296993 www.4northporthomes.com Sunday 12pm-3pm, 4241 Chamrade Rd. Best buy in North Port 3/2/2 Newer construction with many great features. Open concept, oversized lanai, roman shower in master, walk in closets, french doors to lanai, hurricane shutters, irrigation system, lighted ceiling fans & ter- mite system.$224,900. Al Piecuch Shells Realty 603-930-0718 1019 CAPE HAZE/ROTONDA 3/2.5/2 custom pool home, 160x185 lot oversized garage. 2200sf under AC. $449,900 813-205-1859 42 MARK TWAIN LANE WATERFRONT Custom 3 Bedroom Pool Home. * Loaded with upgrades. Sprinkler, Pool Heater, Tile Floors, Tray Ceilings and More! Only $319,000 Shows like a model. 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RUMLBUDRWICY . 941-474-LOAN VIEW HOMES ONLINE SunStateRealtyLLC.com SUNSTATE REALTY CALL 766-0500 1021 ARCADIA FOR SALE BEAUTIFUL 4/4/6, POOL, 1 acre, built 1996, 6000 Sq. Ft. $599,000. Call 863-990-6131 Palm Harbor Modular and Mobile Home Specialists. Call Factory for free color brochures 1-800-622-2832 1022 ENGLEWOOD FOR SALE !One price! For 2BEd/2Bath Home & Adjacent cleared lot. Split plan, lanai & open deck, rm for pool. Make offer. Sell- er motivated. Englewood Realty Inc. 941-474-6000 o,3 Ahnambra #0uo Venice Sands, Island Of Venice Need Cash? 7th Floor Spectacular Views Updated, Clean With Carport Have A www.vanderee.com Garage Sale _l e0 We can help you save your home. No equity needed. Services Guaranteed. 1-866-617-5807 X 1 Brand new 3/2/2 home Sun- nybreeze area $289,000 (863)494-4492 By Owner. 20114 Melos Ct. BUILT NEW 2006! 3/2/2. 1439 sf. Open Floor Plan. Deed Restricted + Community Rec Center. Gorgeous!! $213,900. 941-812-1183 CALL AN ASSOCIATE AT GASPARILLA PROPERTIES FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS 941-473-5444 CASH IN A FLASH FOR YOUR HOME OR LAND, ANY CONDITION, CLOSING IN 24HRS. MEET OR BEAT ANY OFFER!! (866)420-8804 DEEP CREEK, 3/2/2, renovat- ed, new appliances, re-sur- faced pool, new roof & cage. Distress sale, must go. $12K below appraisal $258,000 Call 941-629-9366 Don't be silly, call Bev Lilly, 941- 276-5431. CENTURY 21 Aztec & Associates. Enjoy peaceful serenity of this beautiful 2 story home on acreage (horses allowed). 4BR/2.5BA/2CG with HUGE lanai, heated pool, spa & sauna. Detached additional 2 car gar. w/AC room & 1/2 bath. Great home for enter- taining. $799,000. 2/2/1 new roof & a/c, pos- sible 3rd bedrm, shed, 1350 sf u/a. $165K; 941-815-6476 2/2/1 Priced to sell! $189,000. Possibility of down pmt assistance. (941)-475- 7003 or (941)-223-5279 cell 2/2/2 + den in desirable Oak Forest gated commu- nity built in 2004. Price Reduced! Beccy Wolfe 941-504-4009 Gasparilla Poperties 2/2/2, Spacious, close to schools, shopping & beach. Harborside Real Estate. Call Kat 941-661-7569 3,2. 2 Rotonda, canal, newly remodeled. Fish from your back yard! $235,000 (941)-697-0373 4/2 HANDYMAN CHEAP! Gulf Cove. Approx. 1450 under air, $109,900. Cash buyersonly. 941-628-4051 4/2/2 2460sf, 1 mile to beach $359,000 941-475-8282 Sel-Fast RE List @ 3.5% 5523 Norlander Drive Wow! 3 Bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a 2 car garage. Open floor plan Only $215,000 Teny Long 941-474-2897 ext. 127 RE/MAX Bayside Bing a offers BY OWNER, Englewood Foxwood, Cayman Model 2/2/2 w/storage plus, $238k 941-586-8379 (Richard) E. Eng. Brand New Builder's Spec, Under $300,000 with only 10k down, No const. Loan; Extra Lot avail. Jessica Menzel @ 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties E. Eng. Brand New Builder's Spec, Under $280K, offers accepted; No const. loan; Extra lot Avail. Jessica Menzel @ 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties 1022 ENGLEWOOD FOR SALE EAST ENGL. 2/2/1 w/pool, completely remodeled, all new appl's, quiet area, must see! $229,900 (941-270-1991 EAST ENGLEWOOD BEST BUY 3/2/1, lanai, utility room, roof '04, Lg back yard, carpet & tile $185K. obo (941)-258-2818 Eng. close to beach + 3 bedrooms! New everything & only $189,900 Call before its gone! Jessica Menzel 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties. Eng. Snow bird retreat; fully furnished, under 60k; Mortgage & insurance available. Call Jessica Menzel @ 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties ENGL/ROTONDA OFFICE NOW ACCEPTING LISTINGS (office across from Wal-Mart on 776) (941)474-5598 or Venice (941)492-3033 Sor N. Port (941)429-6993 We'll sell you home for only $2,995!! (Homes over $200,000 slightly higher) Englewood downtown, 2 homes, side by side, investment opp. Both rent- ed. Jessica Menzel 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties. FOR SALE BY OWNER East Englewood 3/2/2 Pool, 1785 sf, immaculate, split floor plan. Newly remodeled Master Bath. Separate workshop. $265,000 (941)-876-0245 FOR SALE..Verv cute 3/2/1 CBS home on large corner fenced lot in Engle- wood. Only 3 mi. to beautiful Englewood Beach. New roof & completely updated interi- or. Priced to sell at $209,500. Call Mary Hank Keller Williams Realty 941-587-6916 GULF COVE 2 NEW HOMES, UNDER $250,000 Sel-Fast RE List @ 3.5% (941)-475-8282 Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale Kluge built home with Englewood Beach and Garden Club membership In town beauty hosp area newer everything, mins to boat ramp and beach Laura Kildahl Realty - laurakildahl.com 474-0012 877-473-4321 $226,900 3/2/1 Pool home on golf course, 1874sf, Rotonda area. $215,500 Updated, gor- geous 2/2/2 w/ tile & crown. $199,900 2/2/1.5 in town, updated. (941)-662-6252 Need A Mortgage? Free Qualification Call Vince (941)270-7592 NEED A MORTGAGE? No Money Down Call Kazwell (941)-625-0015 NO CASH DOWN Seller pays closing. $148,000 remodeled, fur- nished home, new roof, all tile. HURRY!' 3/2/2 w/ granite counter tops, stainless steel appl, community pool, tennis, etc. $219,900 3/2/2 Pool Home, new roof, A/C, cabinets, solid counter tops, E. Engl. $244,900 (941)-270-1461 Cell, 24/7 Activity Realty Company NOW IS THE TIME TO INVEST! Call Gasparilla Properties for knowledge- able & Friendly Experts. 941-473-5444 Rotonda Lakes Best Value Nearly complete custom 3/2/2, 2423 SF. Soaring ceilings, many features. $279,900. 941- 697-4720 3/2/3, 6 mos. old, w/heated pool on 2 lots, $365,000 941-475-6247 ROTONDA HTS 3/2/2 w/ pool & spa, fully furn, open fir. plan. Bring all offers! $265,000. (941)-270-1990 FSBO ROTONDA FSBO Stunning 2 yr 3/2/2 oh lake across from golf course, 36X17 pool w/ heat pump, 18" tile, sound system, tile roof, well irri- gation, solid countertops. Call for all upgrades & per- sonal tour 941-662-0606 $399k ROTONDA FSBO Stunning 2 yr 3/2/2 on lake across from golf course, 36X17 pool w/ heat pump, 18" tile, sound system, tile roof, well irri- gation, solid countertops. Call for upgrades & tour 941-662-0606 $399k ROTONDA Lg 3/2/2, w/pool & BEAUTIFUL golf course view, 3192 total sf, 2304sf, under air. $309K 941-2234781 1022 ENGLEWOOD FOR SALE Rotonda Nearly New Huge 2372sqft Custom 4 Bedroom Pool Home on the Rotonda River. Large open floor plan with family room. Water, Sewer & Fence enclosed yard. Over- sized lot and so much more. REDUCED $397,000 TenyLong 941-474-2897 ext. 127 RE/MAX Bayside Rotonda River Extra large waterfront pool home. Sprinkler, tile, inside laun- dry, tile roof, corian, just loaded with extras. Exc cond. $359,900 Ask for Terry Long 941-474-2897 Ext 127 RE/MAX Bayside ROTONDA, 3/2/2 W/ POOL, LIKE NEW, BEAUTIFUL CANAL VIEW. BY OWNER $295,000 (941)-223-4781 RUMLEND FINANCIAL Hassle free, Reliable Loans Rates as low as 2.95% 941-474-LOAN S. GULF COVE, Beautiful New 4/3 +,bonus room, 2750 SF under air., 15 min. from Boca Grande beaches. Below mar- ket value. $439,900. Or Lease to Buy. 239-825-2877 1024 NORTH PORT 1024 NORTH PORT 3/2/2 1500sf Stunning pool hm w/sprinkler sys, sec, rv pad, porcelain tile thruout & granite countertops. Beautifully landscaped, Owned by contrac- tor. $289,000. Drive by then make appt. 3382 Tinity St, 3/2/3 "Brand New pool hm on 13th hole" Bob Cat Trail gated comm. Pavers on drive, porcelain tile thuout, built in sound sys. Extra's are end- less. $499,000. No realtors (941)240-5551 3/2/2 1500sf Stunning pool home w/sprinkler system, security, rv pad, porcelain tile throughout & granite counter- tops. Beautifully landscaped, Owned by contractor. $289,000. Drive by then make appt. 3382 Tinity St., NP, (941)240-5551 3/2/2 1692 sf REDUCED 25K finished garage/office & salt bromide pool $275,000 GREAT OPPORTUNITY 3/2/2 + POOL 1268 SF tile & new carpet $209,900 3/2/2 1692 sf, OWNER FINANCING up to 40% $259,900 3/2/2 + Pool 1268 sf $244,900 xtra lot avail GREAT DEALS *3 ACRE ESTATE 3/2/2, pool, fireplace 3085 Tropicaire $499,000 HORSE LOVERS 3/3/2, hot tub, big barn 2571 Leryl $450,000 *MOTIVATED 3/2/1, perfect starter 6737 Carovel $169,000 DOLL HOUSE 2/1/1, CBS const. Cute 4484 Baroda $159,900 *IN TOWN GEM 3/2/1, immaculate, furn. 4539 Pocatella $179,000 *UNIQUE POOL HOME Lg.rms, work shop, cty wtr 4110 Allure $255,000 Gall Collins 941- 426-8965 1-800-452-8681 Prudential FL WCI Rity HOMES AND LOTS Available in fast growing North Port Call Gasparilla Properties. 941-473-5444 1024 NORTH PORT SAVE $40,000.00 i!! Over Current Rol aceament 1025 PT CHAR FOR SALE ..R. .RA..... .....c..... 611 FLORAL LANE, 2/1/ 3B+ 1500 S.2 2C 1.5, totally remodeled top to e+ 1500 Sq. Ft. A/ bottom, fam. rm., only $600 *+ 2100 Sq. Ft. Total total funds needed. $972 mo 2500 Rushmore St. P&I, 8.049APR, 30 yr fixed. North Port, Fla Call 24 hrs 1- 800-5564599 $249,900.00 American Dream Builders 1,2,3 SOLD! ADBhomes.com CBCA57636 We buy houses CASH. (941) 766-8828 Any area, price, condition. (941)-475-2026 ZI ~;~ l I D, All new & updated 3/3/2, pool,'3000 sf cov. patio, a/c The Best of lanai, 3rd BR 14 x 22 sep. ent. Southwest Builder Ig fen. lot, mile from beach NEW OMES. $249K 941-661-3110 , 3/1.5/1, start @ 1600 Sq.. Ft., $139,900 on your preped lot. GARAGES: 12' X 21' X 8' $12,900 ADDITIONS: Start @ 16' X 14' - $15,900 CALL FOR ESTIMATE (941) 235-2362 Lic. CBC1253230 1025 PT CHAR FOR SALE $189,900 NEW 3/2/2 + lanai, turnkey, Magnum Dev WE BUY HOUSES 100% Financing Available L OWN Any Cond./Anywhere 941-650-5011 NEW 3/BR home in 199,900 Brand New 941-698-9118 ReMax Palm Realty YOUR JOB IS 3/2/2 www.WDSREALTY.com YOUR CREDIT. North West Charlotte county Lonie 941-302-0987 1.5 miles from public boat 3/2/2 BRAND NEW home ramp-$879 per month for NOKOMIS/OSPREY Almost 2000 S.f. corner lot, qualified buyers . FOR SALE $240K Call 941-737-7959 or $209,000 941-928-3937 (941)-232-5402 Builder Clearance 2br/1.ba Lrg. fenced yard 2BR/2BA IN LAKE VIL- New Construction AG M NOKO 3/2/2 brand new, 2,482 wi/above ground pool, tile- LACE MHP, NOKOMIS Hi Quality Many Extras throughout. 'CHA, all apple! FULLY FURNISHED, W/D sf.total. Beautifullarge 1248 Dinsmore St. (9 426-9441 FLYFN ISHED, W/DC screened porch, appli- 941-232-0636 for appt(941)426-9441 ASKING $35,000 CALL ances included. Priced to 21900sf, cent. air, tile, 941-488-6575 an se 22,90 No ea-2/1 900sf, cent. air, tile, 941-488-6575 sell. $222,900. No Real- new kitchen, paint, etc. 3/2/2, custom built home tors (941)-587-7284 NEED A MORTGAGE? new ki pai, Laurel Woodlands, 1108 100% Investor Financing REAL NICE! Call Hugh Hoover, solar htd. pool, 3/2/2 BRAND NEW, Call Kazwell (941)28415702 2,200sf, (941)-483-4913 Great location to (941)-625-0015 2/5/1 Nice Home $156K 41/175, Close to great NEW. CONSTRUCTION 4/2/2 North Port $250K- On beautiful Calusa Lakes, Schools, Quiet neigh- 3/2/2LR DR, FR,den, gar- 2/2/1 Gulf Access $490K upscale home, 3/3/3, fire- borhood, Ready den tub, dimensional roofRealty Concepts 743-8255 place, granite countertops, June/July, $235,000. shingles. 2753 FELIX AVE. 2/2 + bonus rm., pool, nice spa, pool, golf, maint. free By Owner $279,900. Open House area Ch r H3r rsmndeled. subdv. Fantastic landscap- 941-586-0029 Sat/Sun/Mon: 1-5. (248) new T,.-il ,..: Llrt .:i, ,,, e ing. Must see. $549,000. 982-0917. before I list it! $169,900 941-380-6651 NO AGENTS 3/2/2 pool, city water, pri- Call 941-916 5167 3/2/2 pool, city w,900. New Construction ready 2/2/1 1981 city water, vate. 199,900. 2/2/1 1981 citywater, 1024 NORTH PORT Sel-Fast RE List @ 3.5% now. 3/2/2& 4/2/? Homes remodeled $155,000; 3/2/1 (941)-255-8282 priced belowappraisal start- 1150sf,lanai $159,900. ing at $239,900. Great loca- Se1-FastfREaist 3.5% "AVAILABLE NOW" 3br/2ba/'2cgbieauifuir tions throughout North Port. 941-255-8282 New Homes From 4 year old home. $224,900 Call Suburban Realty 941-255-8282 $199,900 Seller financing. (800)-693-9667 2/2/1, Large fenced yard. House plus 1 .4 acre 941-488-8143 eower bAer Great area! Close to shopping North Port's #1 Builder NEW SPEC HOMES! & 1-75. $155,000. (561)-255- Includes all the extras 3br '2ba. 2cg. brand ne N 3 bdrms/den/poEl home S 041 Apply for $50,000 large No Port homes start. 3bdrms./den/poohomer 041 down payment help ing at S278.900. 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For listings 1- 800- .I ^^, In Ii I U 749-8124 ext. 5547 2B. 2BA Home W/GARAGE. $199,900uu INCLUDING LOT I' F i '. H l '- : i,.. J 2239 Charleston Park Dr. N. Port Gated Charleston Park Privacy Sat. June 17, open 11:30 3/2/2 Home, Built In 2000 Looks Like New. Fireplace, Solar Heated rtr :uil ..irhi, :. ,: e. rri Pool, Sprinklers,TravertineTile & I ,:, ... ,- '. r, ,-,r i r Many Upgrades. ini. ri: .I- l 1,._ '' No Minimum! No Reserve! Valhalla Homes www.vanderee.com (9411-626-7292 of NEW SPEC HOMES! ADORABLE 2/2/1 Newly Available nowl remodeled, city water, great 3 bdrm. over 1500 sf. neighborhood, Irg backyard. Starting at S229.900. Move in ready. Asking $164K ERA Gulf Stream Realty. 941-875-7002 or 875-7333 866-519-4853 Need Cash? REDUCED, $16,000 Have A BELOW APPRAISAL Complete Redone, Garage Sale 3BR/2BA, bonus rm,, big screen lanai, .Beautiful new home, city garage, corner lot, water,4BR/2BA/2CG, 2169 Possible owner financ- SF. Extras. $259,000. ing. Now $189,000 Call Owner/Agent 941-769-1111. (941)716-0040 or BEAUTIFUL BUILT 2004, (941)-423-1313 LANDSCAPED 3/2/2 AVOID FORECLOSURE HOME W/ SLF CLEANING AVOID FORECLOSURE pOML E G NG POOL IN GREAT GREEN WE CAN HELP TODAY BELT LOCATION. MANY Better Business Bureau Member EXTRAS. MINUTES TO 175 Call Jim Today 927-0040 $275,000 STALLINGS, www.FloridaHomeRescue.com O'BRIEN, LECLAIR TEAM. 2/2/1 BUILT IN '02, RE/MAX PALM RLTY 941- 1230SF, Great house, 661-3579 location & price. $164,900. 941-66i-9909. BEST STEAL IN N. PORT 3/2/2, Flawless 2 year old, 2/2/1 SPACIOUS w/bonus Must sell, already moved. room. New carpet, tile, & $178,500. OPEN SUN 9-5 paint in/out. Move in ready. 3707 BELLEFONTE $174,900. 941)426-8039 941-423-1590 2/BR HOMES affordable & A beautifully updated. From BRAND NEW $148,900. 100% Financing Avail. 941-488-8143 SunAcre Realty 1674 sf under air $209,000 941-725-1355 2003 3/2/2 home on perserve in desirable area- BRAND NEW 3/2/2 WITH Close to 75. Eat-in-kit& rg liv. 1703sf under air. Lots of rm Storm & flood resistent tile. $249,900, Beccy $189,900 941-423-2694 Wolfe 941-504-4009 Gasparilla Properties. 2027 Raywood Ave. North Gasparilla Properties. Port Canal Front 3/2/2 BRAND NEW 3/2/2/ Oversized Pool home with Central lot, all upgraded. $199,900 water. Built in 2001. Only Call Susan, Century 21 Almar & $239,900 Bring all offers Associates 941-3800041 941-474-2897 Ext 127 Terry Long Always Long sfBUILT 875' 3/2/2 1,892 Oh Service! total sf $187,900; 3/2/1 RE/IMAX BAYSIDE 1320 sf $156K; 2012 sf $239K; Way below market 2BR/1BA, carpet & tile, value. 941-716-2510 Reduced from $165,000 TO $130,000. Ready to move For sale or lease opt. 3/2/2 Sin!!! (941)623-3438 + den on oversized corner lot, 2,000sf under air w/ 3/2/1 BY OWNER New pool & hotub, Terms/Price roof &AC, tile thru-out, & hotub Terms/Price roof & AC, one hru-out, Negotiable (941)-716-6982 Move in cond. Huge lot, City water & Sewer. $198,500. 941-429-5973 3/2/2 Absolutely Beautiful on GET RESULTS - canal, upgrades, mature land- USE CLASSIFIED! scaping, 2600sf, $325k; 941 -240-5508 or 850803-2894 3/2/2, 1,800 sf A/C liv- ing space, new tile thru- out, new corian counter- tops, full sliders to over- sized lanai. Lease option available. $243,000 Call 941-223-7801 NORTH PORT, 3/2/2 poss den, newly updated, side- walks, 1600 sq ft, fenced backyard, city wtr. Open fir plan $219,000 (941)321-3600 North Port, Beautiful new luxu- ry built '05, corner lot, 3/2/2, 2204 Sparkle Lane off S. Chamberlain, exc. cond $199K Brent (7861-255-2805 OWNER FINANCING $1295/MO NO BANKS Brand new 3/2/2, Family room, Lg. Lanai, a482sf MOVE IN RIGHT AWAY BOB 561-496-1264 OWNER FINANCING OR WILL HOLD 2ND MORT- GAGE, Like new, 3BR/ 2BA, FL rm, garage, nice corner lot, Now $189,000 Call (941)716-0040 REDUCED WAY BELOW MARKET VALUE owners relocated. 4227 Fairway Place Villa at Sabal Trace Lake front, gated community, 3/2/2, many upgrades, Walk to pool & club house. Priced reduced to $239,900. Call Ken Giunta, 941- 661- 1438 or Dan Beckworth 941- 457-4539. CENTURY 21 Aztec & Assoc. REDUCED - $10,000 BOBCAT VILLA End unit 1677 living area, 3/2 many upgrades $259,800 Sue Ann Meyer, "SAM" Remax Palm Realty (941)-456-8131 or 1-866-456-8131 sameyer@sunline.net RENT TO OWN/PURCHASE NEW 3/2/2 w/Appliances. 100% Financing avail $238,000 (321)-239-0647 NEWER FLOORING, ROOF 2142 Taunt St. $154,900. By Owner/Agent 941-457-7370 3/2 w/bonus room & screened lanai, new roof & ceilings, new appliances, $160,000. 941-815-4260 3/2/2 Builders spec home, 1911sq.ft. many upgrades incl., fenced backyard, insulat- ed, tinted windows & doors. $199,900. (9411-627-6713 3/2.5/2, pool, large caged area, 45' X 32', tile, carpet, security sys., well, sprinklers, utility bldg., adjoing lot, 80 X 125, cleared & filled & much more. $249,900. (941)-629-3970 3/2.5/2.5 Approx. 2,750 Sq. Ft. Tot. Tenants already in place. New roof, A/C & exte- rior paint. Lge corner lot. $229K. 239-940-1843 3/2/2 Cath. ceilings, 18" tile, completely upgraded. $239,900 Rear/side lots avail. Motivated. 941-270-2662 Pete Damiani RE/MAX PALM REALTY www.PeteDamiani.com 3/2/2 plus Office. 4396 sf, Newly remodeled, Owner financing! $359,000. Call 800-372-6980 Code #3006 for details. 3/2/2 w/family room, formal living & dining rooms. Whirlpool tubs. Beautiful pool area! 18987. Ayrshire Circle $275K/obo (941)-626-5616 3/2/2 WATERFRONT, MIN- UTES TO HARBOR BUILT 2006. CONCRETE SEA- WALL, BOAT DOCK. ROOM FOR POOL AND RV PARK- ING. $489,000 STALLINGS, O'BRIEN, LECLAIR TEAM. RE/MAX PALM RLTY 941-661-3579 3/2/2 WITH WATER AND SEWER, GAZEBO STONE WATERFALL, POND AND HOT TUB $240,000 STALLINGS, O'BRIEN, LECLAIR TEAM. RE/MAX PALM RLTY 941-661-3579 3/2/2 Pool, Total 2600 + sf, New roof, newer cond., \Asking price $218,000 Call (941)-380-9212 3373 MAPLE TERR. 2BR/ 1BA, newly remodeled, tile throughout, custom kit. cab. new roof. $129,000. Call (708)-271-2721 4Bedroom, 2 Bath Home! Only $51,000! Must sell. Call for listings. 800-749-8124 ext. 5543 ' LOOK ALL the properties and area information at your fingertips! eraportcharlotte.com eranorthport.com mycig.com ERA Advantage-RIty, Inc. (941) 255-5300 ATTENTION INVESTORS .FAST, DEPENDABLE & RELIABLE HELP TO MAKE YOUR PROPER- TY MOVE IN READY. LICENSED & EXP. REFERENCES AVAIL. (941)468-1656 Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale FSBO 2/2/1 Pool home, Total- ly remodeled top to bottom, fenced yard, quiet area. $185,000 941-626-1419 BEAUTY 2BR/2BA Completely remodeled close to schools & shopping. $179K SRQ Realty,, Garry Jenkins, 941-716-2877 BRAND NEW! WHY WAIT? 3/2/2, living room/family room plan. Oversized corner lot in great location w/ sewer & city water. 2792 sq. ft. $360,000. Call Terry (941)- 769-0776 CLEAN 2 BEDROOM home w/family room $117,500. COMPLETELY REMODELED 2 bdrm, w/family room & car- port. $139,450. Weichert Realtors Southern Choice, Diane Knight, 941-613-2300. Close to schools & shopping. 3BR/2BA, fenced yard w/ updated interior/ exterior. $174,000. Utopia Comm. RIty. 941-575-7111. COLLINGSWOOD PT. AREA, 2/2/1, ALL NEW: Windows, doors, floors, kitchen, bath- room and appliances. NEW EVERYTHING: Landscaping, 5 ari, r Ill' h i, ,', ,T,,ol i, .ut_, lih l :u- de.:k Vacant and ready to go. Area of million dollar .homes. $185,000. Owner. 941-764-3969. DEALS! DEALS! 3/2 Pool home Really nice inside $224,900 FOUR BEDROOM MAKE OFFER priced for reduced quick sale $144,900 WHAT A DEAL 3/1 Water view, mint condition $149,900 EXTRA LOT Awesome 2/2 furnished, & more, extra lot available $149,500 + lot 629-5590/888-775-0577 www.gulfaccesshomes.com Gulf Access Homes Team Deep Creek, 3/2/2.5 EVERYTHING is NEW! Assumable Mortgage or Seller will finance w/$20,000 down $299,900 (non-MLS Add'l Info @ KRolland.com 941- 628-8816 Prudential FL WCI Realty Don't be silly, call Bev Lilly, 941- 276-5431. CENTURY 21 Aztec & Associates. Enjoy your 3/2/2 with custom built self cleaning heated pool & spa, large- lanai, eat in kitchen with new appliances, metal roof & more. $250,000. Don't be silly, call Bev Lilly, 941- 276-5431. CENTURY 21 Aztec & Associates. Very nice 2BR/2BA/2CG with Den, laminated wood floors, Corian & tile floors in bath. New roof. Home like an artist retreat in the middle of the New York Section. $199,000. DOUBLE LOT 4/2/2 Large Koi pond, many upgrades. Must see!! $370,000. (9411-815-2916 Exceptional Value! Built 2005 centered on 2 lots, 3/2/2 in upscale area, over 1,800 sq. ft., asking $289,000. Phil Knowlton, RE/MAX Harbor Realty (941) 916-1001 Great split floor plan, 2/2/2, near schools & Mall. Quiet street with lots of trees. Lge. Master & Fl. Rm. $168,900 Lisa Hayes Century 21 Sunbelt (941) 815-0953 GULF COVE: NEW 4/2/2, 1905 sf, seconds to comm boat ramp. $250K. Own/ agent call Mike (941)-875-3052 Handyman Special. 1000sf, Compl. gutted w/new roof Mar '06, As is! $74,000/obo 941-426-8039 Page 3 I ~b~ I Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified 1025 PT CHAR FOR SALE HUGE POOL w/ 2/2/2.5 Home Attached. All updated, fresh & ready for immediate occupancy. $204K Susan 941-3800041 GET RESULTS - USE CLASSIFIED! I BUY HOUSES in port Charlotte Any cond. CASH Call Bob 764-9231 LARGE 3/2 Lanai, family room, Ex location. All new in & out. Ooen Fri & Sat.. 104 1251 Roswell $22SK 941-416-5407 or 497-1511 Near Harbor & Quesada 2/2, family room w/fireplace By Appointment Only $249,900 (non-MLS) Add'l Info @ KRolland.com 941- 628-8816 Prudential FL WCI Realty NEED A MORTGAGE? 1st Time Home Buyers Call Kazwell (941)-625-0015 NEW CONSTRUCTION 3/2 Will be Ready Aug. 2006, Shopping, beaches all close by. $236,900. Karen Becker Quest Real Estate 941-628-2207 OWNER FINANCING! 3/2 Harbor access!.. $370K 2/2/1, Gulf Cove .......$160K Cleared Corner Lot....... $57K (941)-204-5291 P.C. 4br/2ba, 2235sf, nice, clean, close to new WalMart & Home Depot. (941)-235- 1455 or (941)-626-6893 RPC. GOING TO SELL THIS HOME IF WE HAVE TO GIVE IT AWAY. $ 30,Q0 REDUCED TO $168,500. (941)-321-4090 1025 PT CHAR FOR SALE POOL HOME 2BR/2BA Large Lanai with Bar. Ceramic tile. Very clean. $184,000. 18199 Regan Ave. PC (941) 661-7104 POOL HOME 4/2.5/2, great loc. Weichert Realtors South- ern Choice. Glenn Redmond. 941-276-9747, 205-6000. REDUCED & REDUCED AGAIN! 3BR poss. 4, 2BA, 1883 a/c sq. ft. large caged pool. Seller very motivated. $220,000. BRING ALL OFFERS! Utopia Cbmm. RIty. 941- 1026 PUNTA GORDA 1027 SOUTH VENICE 1028 VENICE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE VENICE GARDENS Must sell. Desirable gated community of Best deal in town. Great Harbor Oaks. 3/2/2 pool Home owners we will starter, investment or retire- home with over 2,400 sq. ft. pay up to 10% more ment. 2/2/1CP, fully updat- ac living. Huge master suite for your home. Damaged ed & Move in ready. 1630 with separate shower & jetted or not! Cash in 24 hrs.!!! Banyan Dr. FSBO $179,900 tub. Open kitchen area to We will beat any (941)-497-3465 breakfast nook & huge family offer(941)876-6517 VENICE GARDENS: charming room with fireplace. 2/2/2 sunroom overlooking $375,000, Phil Knowlton lake newly painted, newer a/c. RE/MAX Harbor Realty, (941)- $280K. (941)-492-9713 916-1001 Desirable gated community of Need Cash? VENICE ISLAND 4br/3ba Pool DHm, Plus mother-in-law suite. Harbor Oaks. 3/2/2 pool Have A H, Plus mother-inlaw suite. home with over 2,400 sq. ft. Gara e Sale www.enicelslandHome.info223 ac living. Huge master suite with separate shower & jetted tub. Open kitchen area to 1029 SARASOTA breakfast nook & huge family Venice E. 2BR/2BA/2CG, FOR SALE room with fireplace. split plan, walk-in-closets, 375-/111. $375,000, Phil Knowlton 2,UUUst, 468 Sunnyside, 3/2/1CP off Proctor & Beneva, Reduced to Sell! Pool Home RE/MAX Harbor Realty, (941- $199,900 (941)-488-4859 1700sf on oversized corner $139,900. Call Henry 916-1001 lot. Solid construction. 3415 Gustaf,RE/MAX Palm LARGE 2400SF 3/2/2 1028 VENICE FOR SALE Austin St. Best offer over (866) 626-7375 WITH POOL AND SPA. $225,000 941-921-3635 REDUCED! Like new 2 story SPLIT FLOOR PLAN LARGE $188,500 ? bed /2 bath- home. L$ak I~O. KITCHEN, PLANT garage home in Venice. PRICED TO SELL!! home. Unbelievable price!! 31B/213/1C $199,900. Call Henry SHELVES, CORNER LOT Fenced yard, RVor boat Updated$195k Gustaf, RE/MAX Palm STALLINGS, O'BRIEN, parking, new roof, 941-716-3811 (866) 626-7375 LECLAIR TEAM. RE/MAX screened lanai, deluxe PALM RLTY 941-661-3579 appliances, oversized lot 1030 WATERFRONT 1026 PUNTA GORDA with mature trees. Very 1026 PUNTA nice house on a beautiful HOMES FOR SALE and quiet street. Recent Advertise in home inspection avail- $539,000 Sailboat home. 3/2/2, 15 ACRE ESTATE WITH The Classifieds! able. 941-716-9742. 1,900sf. 5036 San Massimo, 3/2.5/2 AND 4 CAR 2/2 w/den, band new, lots of Burt Store Isles. Call Susan, DETACHED. PERFECT FOR upgrades, 55 + community, Century 21 Almar & Asso 941- COUNTRY LIVING. BRING VENETIAN FALLS 3800041 THE HORSES 999,000. RANCHETTE-3/22 pool,1 $399,900 obo (941)3563667 10% Below appraised value! STALLINGS, O'BRIEN, 1/4ac, 1600 Sq ft,custom Manasota KeyLinda McCraney LECLAIR TEAM. RE/MAX built,FR,DR,owner/agent 2br/2ba on corner lot. 1 Manasota KeyLinda McCraney PALM RLTY 941-661-3579 $357,000 941-639-2794 Mile to ICW, 2 Miles to 941-468-2076 $799,900 Downtown Venice Prudential FL WCI RIty 3/2 MODULAR, on 1/3 acre, Reduced to $349,900. $184,900 Dave Nelson 5225 Neville Terrace 2 1/2 miles'from 1-75 off Make On offer! InvestorsChoice RE Waterfront 2-2-1 open Bermont Rd. 6400 Ellis St. Seminole Lakes.Country' (941)-475-7011 floor plan Florida home 99,900. (78269-5643 Club. 3/2/2, newer home, 3br/2ba/2cg designer w/heated pool, boat lift & 2000 SF under air. Antigua Ven. Gardens, caged 280 sq ft dock within min- Ontuy model. Fishermen's Village heated pool, cent. util. utes of open water and gulf Realty 941- 6614800 Seller financing 5368,900 aggressively priced to sell Azte sociats SEE A l m l 3br/2ba/2cg NEW Over- at $449K Call Bill Jurney A As s SEE A wonderful moderately brook Gardens home 941-993-4456 3BR/2BA.on own priced Condo on Char.. Harb Cent until. $334,900 941- Sarasota Realty Properties land, 29517Turbak, PG www.HomesBy0wner.com/37552 488-8143u2/2HANDYMANblock,built 2004 Manufactured or call 941-575-0468 3/2/2 HANDYMAN block,built home Price Reduced $169,900 '83, gulf access, pool, dock, Reduced $10K 2/1 w/pool needs TLC Rich seawall, no bridges to Peace allMoe 6264724 102 SOUTH VE McCraney 941468-5201 River. Fixed up, $499K. Will Each office independently FOR SALE Prudential FL WCI Rity sell "as is" in low $300s/obo. owned & operated (941)-6284051 3/2/2 1409sf, 2001, VENICE GARDENS 4/3/2 on 1.25 ac., have many $249,000; 3/2/1 V.G. 1782 2/2/1.5CG, easily 3/3 A top floor penthouse model extras. Shown by appt. Just SF, fenced yard, $239,800. 1884sf under air, 2377sf condooverlooking Lemon Bay, reduced. Only $385K. (941) SEL-FAST LIST @ 3.5% total, nearbch, newAC & 180 degree bay views. New 505-1314. No agents (941)-441-6530 50 yr. roof, city water large decorator furnished, Cute & clean 2bed/lbath, $245,000 (941)497-2840 3/2.5, every option/upgrade, carport, furn or ui~furn., on .... ra ki r arrea largelot. $149,900. 941-258- Classified SalesVENICE GARDENS 539 Mtwalled building lot also avail. 4444 Vernon Dr., 2/2/2 New roof, wlled bilig lot lso il. 4 plumbing, high-end remodel. OK for big boat. Open house n941 ,h-493-6448 eFri & Sun 941474-6633 (941)-493-6448 1030 WATERFRONT HOMES Absolutely best buy on the Ackerman waterway. Sparkling clean, shows like a model. Full 80' seawall, dock & boat lift. Boat neg. $379,000. MLS #626996. CENTURY 21 Aztec & Assoc. Call 941- 235-5618. ;ilh CONDO ON SAND KEY Clearwater Beach Sun. June 11th, 3pm Gulf & Bay Access, Gmd FI Apt No Minimum! No Reserve! www.vanderee.com mm. .SIa :: aS Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale! 1030 WATERFRONT HOMES 1030 WATERFRONT HOMES Aztec & Associates Waterfront Home, w/Dock Bright, Open, Airy 3/2 Home, New Interior 3/2/2 Pool Home 132 Gause Dr.,Venice, Quick out to the harbor on Thurs.June 22,Open 11:30 Rock Creek. $525,000. 210'Wide Myakka River View Don Liermann Deep water, New private Dock 941-4004285 No Minimum! No Reserve! www charlotteharborinvest com Each office independently www.vanderee.com owned & operated. il foMi l BRING OFFERS! SAILBOAT WATERFRONT 3/2 pool home w/new dock & 100' seawall seconds to harbor! Beautifully Maintained Asking $594,000 Call Ste- Waterfront Home. 3/2, for- fania Garofoli 941-457- mal liv rm, din rm, fam rm, 2 3388/Weichert Realtors car gar, 80' seawall, 30' no- Southern Choice 941-613- maintenance dock w/ 2300. 10,0001b hoist. Boat & fur- nishings negotiable. New roof, Don't be silly, call Bev sliding glass doors, tile, fam Lilly, 941- 276-5431. rm windows. $429,900 MLS CENTURY 21 Aztec & 626996 Chirsta Murch Associates. 235-5609 CENTURY 21 Deep saltwater sailboat in PC Aztec & Assoc beach area. 3/2/2, refur- bished home. Great room, tile, Beautiful canal home to upgraded beautiful kitchen gulf, 3/3, complete with island, heated pool, sea- renovation. ELEGANT. BY wall & dock. Many extras. OWNER. 5359,900. $599,000. Turnkey. Financial second or lease purchase ifid a w/option. (941)-426-7625 Classi ie Sales 1030 WATERFRONT HOMES DRIVE BY. 3/2/2 Waterfront pool home, gorgeous! $480,000. Call Susan, Century 21 Almar & Assoc 941-3800041 ENG. FISH HAVEN! One Bridge! New.seawall, dock, tile. Move-in Today, some furn. Call Jessica Menzel, 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties. FSBO: 2 Handyman specials. $59k & $99k on water. New house on water. $259k. 2 lots TGA, $39k ea. 941-626-7590 Grand Isles II, Burnt Store Marina 3/2, all upgrades + granite Pine Island to PGI views from the 6th floor $695,000 Add'l Info @ KRolland.com 941- 628-8816 Prudential FL WCI Realty GREAT BUY!!! Minutes to Har- bor 2 poss 3/2/1 pool, tile throughout, saltwater home, w/oversized seawall lot. $299,000 (941)-626-8008 GREAT WATERFRONT PROPERTIES! Let one of our real estate associates do the work to find your dream waterfront home! CALL GASPARILLA PROP- ERTIES (941) 473-5444 Snerican Eagle Realty 1k . 1978 S. Tamiami Trail I Venice, FL 34293 Avoid Rental Hassles, Lease OptionYour Castle! Most lease option programs place you in a home you didn't choose or one that needs a bit more sprucing up than you thought. Our proven program puts YOU in CONTROL. Work with our Associates to select a home that meets your needs and is within your means to afford. WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN! Call or email today and we'll explain how eas\ it can be to own your own piece of the American Dream. Why rent when you can own?! INVESTORALERTI PROVEN LEASE OPTIONPROGRAM OFFERS GREAT RETURN CONTACT US TODAY! Tel: (941) 408-8277 Toll Free: (866) 849-1256 uon'r pass uy uins l /l 1ouuut v cuic puuo home. Recent upgrades make this a must see! Perfect for second home or investment opportunity. Voluntary HOA membership offers ferry to private community beach. Just minutes drive or bike to Manasota beach..........$214,900 Email: Sales@AmericanEagleRealtyFL.com ... ice, G ndolier . T rULL o 'VhioW Go To: www.venicegondolier.com DEADLINE 5 PM MrONDAY ' .. : EN SAT/SUN 1-5! 123 WOODBRIDGE DRIVE #102 Rare ohfering witn great .views. Fairra, Glen sec.lorn c S. Andrews Park al Plar.mnlin Goll & Courirv Club 2 year new condo *an lake. goll course and preserve views Over 2 300 st Ground Iloor 2BR. den. FLA room. 2 5BA and more! KAREN & KEN ITJEN Realty Executives Westcoast S. 941-492-970 ^-A. .:. io(^.^- ? ~..A - 295-1 W Mission Trail Mission Lakes. Pr.l.ne. lurnm e) cond.e .n lrstl floorr E localion m-nules to beacnes. shopping . & 1I75 Besl Value ,n Mission lakes $198.400 ' SAMUEL SOLOMON (941)587-2782 Century 21 Sunbelt Realty 2 - rK'iPE'N'SUN'I'.3) :-opkr 1jN ' 1451 Brenner Park LUie ,n Parad,_"e c.r Wateriolrd G.ll COurse 3.-1 bedrooms 2 t.ailr e.rra large 2+ garage w w',:rknnop Coral treplacie ,ir great room Healed pool & spa lush -. Ilopical landscape Move in now enjoy golf. lenrins exercise laclitly Onl/ .. $499.900 JOHN ASK (941) 228-5622 SFlorida HomeTeam (941) 486-0012) r OPEN SUN 1 3 314~~ ~ ~ Dumr hr as-L_ l, 314 Dulmer, Shore Oaks Lovely. 4922 Laurel Hill Dr.. 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Close 10 Invil.ng entry wileaded glass French Fieure, include wood cabineIs. snopping goll, resiaurarns. etc i doors Pool & lake views from most grariie courlners. crown & delail midg $499,000 rooms .r,ne home S657.000 LOs 01 rile MusI see S305.500 MONA NICHOLS (941)539-3283 CHERYL HEALY (941) 228-8210 TOM BATTISTO : Century 21 C& L Century 21 Sorrento Realty cell (941) 408-3454 S (941)485-9222 (941)966-3602 Welchert Realtors Paradise 5834 Adams Rd., Gulf View Estates - Bull 199t1 G reat price in a beauiiul deed re'cilriCled community 3 .r,; well 'epl airn rnewer A..C ro:o niew plumtniblng & mosi appliances l00 i 100 loi 2 milesE 1 ine beacr, A gieal dea $299.900 MARY ELLEN DEITER (941) 809-7305 Hackworth Realty S (941) 485-9147 Lake View Home F -.v Ihrough plan Dreai.kl t ar. nrde ullir',' 'j.-r,-Ze d - car ,gjrarje I.IOTI'.ATED TiCO ELL rieerj lo Cel, jl Uu:: cloSE 239.900 STEVE ST. JOHN (941) 302-0879 Homes & Dreams Realty, Inc. 2 1 h. I i I * 5807 Buchan Rd.. 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E E.- lle-r.I la .,e1 . greal pri:.: e:r, ,g home $589.900 RON SUPONCIC (941) 320-2682 Horizon Realty S VeniceHomeChannel.com 5879 Lincoln Rd., Gull View Estates 2 2 Pool.: nom- immredial, OCC:upan cenir,ral waler 2 rn,, i. hIn Dea-:r OpC n ir, .-:,r plan & tbull ir. 1 ~0 A well lb.i-n -:ar C1i nrome air newer applarnceC Furnishings. are also available $329,900 MARY ELLEN DEITER (941)809-7305 Hackworth Realty S (941)485-9147 J 980 Cooper St., 204 Brand New 3BR Island Condo Brand nr.-. l1 elr-rorl 3Er 2'Ea ..:,.- ,araqg par'ing e ,-illn ri laite l.'. lanar,3 lerra.:c IE .el er.n ur., in iiirl.jn Part Super price' $459,900 RON SUPONCIC (941) 320-2682 Horizon Realty SVenlceHomeChannel.com 2 Golf Communily Mainlenance Iree. pretil, a a p:ciure *:u-l.om home Fealures rop'n iloor planil' .Oume ,:-ilirgI. Cr...rr m ,:..Ir.ng l.1l e ,cer',l , t, -rmg. C':-rianr .:.urniors rn ,.I.:ren & idr., Pnr,.3a- cCurl.,ard Oulside bre.a.,lasi rea Sall waler -.elt clearing healed pool & .pa was added in 2005 $485,000 ANN JIGANTI (941)724-2485 K Coldwell Banker (941) 966-0811 j VENICE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 43/2 Arthur Rulenburg home a v.n,ice C.:,ll CC .lu'.I uriad r c.00 .q i n FE Iluri : op.n ;r I pl lanr uilp.a3e I.l er.n A gri il .:..ur.: er- up,3dale, milasir c.air, hi ~plauc: po:l .r', C'l qu- l 'j"Juie .l-"e' 'i .: .:i.erl..::.'..r,,n3 i a ,. lr- ,n Dell 5699.000 ZIAD SLEIT (941) 928-5493 Prudential Palms Realty (941) 552-3925 2 Lakes of Jacaranda Pool Home - F.o.i lea=e 3BR 2eA 2CG TIled inru .:.ul i.r .-aie O1- manl Lanrdncapng A . p. c;. i ,'are ,ricluled Min 1i rTcnlr l-a.-e $1.500 Per Month Call Harry Kreuser on 493-9119 SALLYANN GRIESHABER (941) 266 5289 Coppola Realty Group . S (941) 918-4785 DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION Venice Golf & Country Club - Beaullulu lake 8 golin .'ewi hri:ie .:'n a .qui m rnic.ured :ul-de-..i Spacicu .-pen IlA.,r plan w.Inr a pa.i l- o ueil .ijle Pianiaiorn 5.riuiler; .:ro .,nr, m..-jiing, ruge panir, C' c.ri, n .:.:,uniers e.al -in k:li.:ei & mr.:,re $499.000 ZIAD SLEIT (941) 928-5493 Prudential Palms Realty (941) 552-3925 60 Seconds to Deeded Beach Easement Island .:-I v'ir..-: Jew-l 'pria,,rl Gui ,,,,w JBR,.1bA.CG Tr.-.p,.:al landc;i:3apn, C'.eri,~'sd pool w Ti i Ear aourmel k.ilnirn Su P'laI- a TV w.Surrc.unrd o.-urin, grarnl miarle. Jacuzzi Jub. me1al rool. hurricane window* .S949,000 PARTNERSHIP PROPERTIES, INC. (941) 232-5784 To advertise here call Jan Donovan 206-1219 Pan4 A REDUCED BRAND NEW OPEN SUN 1 3 $30,000 2,550 SF I*' -_ I rc yu -1 M-V H ; CJ'eB (r w - ,i .1 :2- ., I-. i- -,- r r .I ... - Page 5 Sunday. Mav 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified I J Stephe*]n.,nL 'ingl T yV 2006 FIVE STAR AENAAR lForCstmrServfi ceb y SRAOT MGAIN * 1: i Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified 1040 CONDOSNILLAS 1040 CONDOSNILLAS FOR SALE FOR SALE VENICE 1/1 Furn, lanai, eleva-, tor, util. incl except elec, 55+. Port te2/15 Pool, club hs, near shopping. condo, CHA, Pool and $129,900 941-412-1483 Canal Views Spacious 1122 SF. ALL NEW VENICE FOR SALE BY MUST SEE! $145,000. OWNER, Tuscany Lake, 617-943-9092 immaculate 2br/2ba www.gbwg.com/condo +den, garage, 1st fir, near htd pool, & club- CEDARWOODS, 2/2 1st floor house, 5 acre lake, Condo. Pool & Clubhouse. $289K firm. Quick poss. Asking $108,000. (941)-380- (941)-486-1356. 9212 Charlotte Harbor Condo 1070 D 2/2 villa, community pool 1070 DUPLEXES Handyman Special FOR SALE $125,000 1030 WATERFRONT HOMES Harbor/Gulf access, $279,900!! Very nice home w/ new roof, etc. Won't last! Jessica Men- zel @ 941-815-8451 Gasparilla Properties Lakefront, 3/2/2 on cul-de- sac, x-large lot, lowest price on Lake Suzy. $265,000. Call agent (941)-637-8805 MOTIVATED WATER FRONT Best view!! Make offer 3/2 pool, granite boat lift dock $559,900 Make offer SAILBOAT WATER 4 beds ,dock/lift $345,000 Just remodeled 2 docks and lift 3/2 $315,000 Quick Harbor Access! 3/2 Nice home $299,900 LAKE FRONT 3/2/2 new tile $249,90Q 629-5590/888-775-0577 www.gulfaccesshomes.com Gulf Access Homes Team SNOKOMIS BEST BUY REDUCED 3br/2ba/2cg. Dock & davits. Lg. lot, 8 mins to gulf. 5532.000 S941-483-3902 - NOKOMIS WATERFRONT BirdBay Dr.W. 22 $245K WITH POOL TOT Y REMODELED St. Clair cir. 2/2 $295K $475,000 Bird Bay Cir 2/2 $249,900 F CALL RICK 941-928-1292 Bird Bay Dr.W.2/2 $219,900 F Owner/Agent Bird Bay Way 2/2 $258K F PC 2 Gulf access homes, min- Waterside Dr. 3/2 $350,000 utes to Bay, $289,000 Dock, Bird Bay Dr. E. 3/2, $235K seawall, pool, in-law suite, new Bird Bay Dr. E. 2/2 $229,900 tile inside, tile roof. In desir- able area. Seller Financing. Sandpiper Bid. 1/11.5 $169K (941)-223-9733 Bird Bay Dr.W. 2/2 $249,900 F Price Reduced!! $499,900 OTHER CONDOS & Manasota Key 3/2/1 Linda Villas Available. McCraney 941-468-2076 Sales (941) 485-4804 Prudential FL WCI RIty Rentals (941) 484-6777 SAILBOATERS DREAM! Just Reduced another Heritage Lake A-Villa, $99,000. 226 Bangsberg. 2/2/2 + Den, BRAND Rd: 3/2/2 w/ pool. Laura St. NEW. Move in now. By John, Prudential FL WCI Real- owner, $249,900 ty, (941)-769-4720 941-457-6811 Saltwater 3/2/1 Sunrise HRITAGE OAK PARK Waterway 1 Bridge, Sacri- HERITAGE OAK PAR fice below appraisal 16ondo 3/2/CP En it. $3iS,9OQiOwneoi/Agenti 1463. SF.: $205,000. I 941-235-3523- Must sell 941-743-4742 W3b ert rr I .,- ,,ri ottfried HERITAGE OAK PARK, Creek. Home included Rich By Owner. 2/2, 1st McCraney 941-468-5201 floor. Model condition. 26Prudential FL WQI RIty All upgrades. All amenities, Move in Waterfront, great view. immediately. $184,900. minutes to Myakka River, (941)-457-6811 remodeled 3/2, excellent neighborhood. Investors Hertiage Lake Park, Deep dream at $329.900 Creek, brand new condo, (941)-426-7625 2/2, 1st. fir., lakeview, gated 24 hr. sec., full amenities. WOW HOUSE 3/2/3 Spectacular Low maint. fees. $149,900. sailboat basin front pool home, John Spinosa, Berson Realty 3920 San Pietro Ct, Burnt Store Group. (941) 457-5116 Isles. Call Susan, Century 21 Almar & Assoc 941-3800041 ISLAND OF VENICE Lease option or rent, fully furn LG. 2/2 condo 1st floor. 1035 GOLF COURSE Htd pool, walk to beach COMMUNITY /shops. (941)-716-6982 LAKE SUZY 2/2 LAKE i VIEW, FURNISHED P Iii k E L I $149,900 941-475-8282 Golf Course Home Sel-Fast RE List @ 3.5% Thurs. June 8,12 open 11 Lake Suzy lakefront villa, end 828 Tropez Ln.,Venice unit, 3/2/2, many upgrades, The Sanctuary, Pelican Pointe lots of tile, like new, pool, Golf & CC 4br/3ba pool home. $274,900, (941)-625-5669 Panoramic views, built in 2005, NEED A MORTGAGE? many upgrades.wwwvanderee.com 100% Condo Financing =Call Kazwell (941) 625-0015 NEW EXCULISIVE Harbor 1040 CONDOSNILLAS front condo, PGI, 3/3, FOR SALE 3000 SF, 2 garage spaces, granite counters. Ready in Nov. Over $100K DEAL OR NO DEAL under developer's price. Beautiful 3bedrm w 2cg, Please call 941-505-9875. corner lot, lake view. Villas NEW LAKEFRONT 3br of Sable Trace, N Port Venice condo. 36 00 (9411-928-8618 Venice condb. S368,900 (941-928-8618 Updated 2br waterview 2/2 villa 55+ covered car- Venice Island condo port, huge laundry with w/d, $349,900 Seller financing Irg lanai, all new appl's, 941-488-8143 O*nerbmkw wood, carpet, tile, $175,000 N P , (941)-544-8751 North Port Brand new, gated, 876 Shamrock Blvd.Appt.only. The Colony at Sable Trace. 2BR/ 2BA; den, garage, club- ATTRACTIVE SO. P.G. CONDO, house, pool, exercise room. 2/2, desirable B.S.M, loc., 941-625-8107. appl. incl., w/d $154,900, Oak Forest Club New 4/06 941-575-9197 Villa, barrel tile, pavers, 2/2/2 I I r ei r j 1 + den, must sell $310,000 r I obo, (407)-448-6658 Gulf Front Condo OAKS IV fully furnished and Thurs..June 15, 8 Open 7 well maintained 2/2. VERY 633 Alhambra #706 Venice NICE! $149,800. Sharon Neuhofer, Coldwell Banker Sands, Island Of Venice Sunstar RIty, 941-255-7284 7th Floor Spectacular Views Updated, Clean With Carport PC 1/1, with app!., pool, www.vanderee.com- 3100 Harbor Blvd., 850 sq. ft. ,e. updated. $95,000. No pets. Call 815-341-9185 PC, Maria Manor, 2/2 com- BEST PRICE ON PGI pletely remodeled, conve- 1992sf, 10th Fairway St. nient location, 2 pools, Andrew's Golf Crs. $299,900 $110,000. 941-380-4038 Broker 603-759-9000 PORT CHARLOTTE 1/1 condo, furn., Promenades BS Marina Updtd 3,2.5,1 East. (716)-675-1285 twnhse w/ gran kitch,over 1800 sf,frnts golf course & EDUCED)-$10,O00 shrt wlk to marina $299,000 BOBCAT VILLA End unit Brok/Owner 508-633-9791. 1677 living area, 3/2 many upgrades $259,800 Burnt Store Isles, BRAND- Sue Ann Meyer, "SAM" NEW villa, 2/2/2 + den. Remax Palm Realty Clubhse & pool, close to (941)-456-8131 or shopping. Must sell. 1-866-456-8131 $255,000 (941) 380-0889 sameyer@sunline.net Add'l Info @ KRolland.com 941- 628-8816 Prudential FL WCI Realty Edgewater Village 2/2, lanai, fully furnished, remodeled with new appliances, 2nd. floor, pool, amenities, laundry, $120K, (941)-639-4074 Fairway Villas Deep Creek 2/2 Condo corner unit, overlook- ing Golf Course $165,000. 941-629-6121 leave msg. "In Venice it's birdbayrealty.com" Condominiums, Villas, and Homes Golf, Tennis, Pools, Clubhouse, Activities, Minutes to Beach & Shopping. "The most beautiful neighborhood in Venice, FL". From $161,000 to $500,000 Here is a sampling: Sandpiper Bid. 1/11.5 $165K F Bird Bay Dr. E. 2/2 S215K F ATTN. INVESTORS! Englewood Duplex, 11247 Pendelton Ave.- Completely renovated. Currently has qualified tenants with 1 year leases. $215,000. (248)-421-8601 - Looking for that special deal! Two quadplexes. Manasota' Key. Mix of 1 & 2 bedrooms. Deeded Beach Access. Renters love location. Owner will help finance. Call to explore options. No obliga- tion. Englewood Realty, Inc. 941-474-6000 www.englewoodrealtyfl.com Price Reduced! PG 2 Totally Renovated Duplexes. 2/2 each unit. Porch, lanai & CHA. $269,000. ea. 941-457-1450 VENICE GARDENS 2/1/CP each side. Well main- tained. $249,000 Good rental history. (941)-468-1206 1080 APARTMENTS FOR SALE Fully Furnished 1/1 2nd. floor. Promenades East. Call Cathie 941-625-5602 1090 MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE 14 X 48, 2 BEDROOM / 1 BATH, FURNISHED, 55+ PARK. NO PETS. $7,500. 941-629-9389 1994 CHARIOT EAGLE 34' park model, w/carport, com- pletely furn., like new, $12,500 Dick Fields, Char. Co. Habitat for Humanity, 941- 740-4043 2/2 Doublewide on PGlarea Saltwater. Carport, lanai & dock. Furnished. Very nice! $950. mo (941)-268-7516 2005 Model homes available in exclusive Windmill Village, a Resident Owned Community. Won't last long- Only 3 left! Call for details. (941)-875-4643 Factory Authorized Jacobsen Dealer Models on Display Homes Available for Immediate Delivery Save Thousands Now! Call Us Today 863-494-4010 baybuilthomes.com HOLIDAY LAKE 2/1 Mobile Home Florida room AND enclosed carport, all under air $84,900 Add'l Info @ KRolland.com 941- 628-8816 Prudential FL WCI Realty Lakewood Village in PG, 55+, 2/2/CP, 2 lanais, furnished, pond, a great deal at, $63,000, (941)-380-1961 VENICE ISLE REAL ESTATE SALES, INC. 55+ Resident Owned Venice Isles R.E. Sales Lic. R.E. Broker By-Pass 41 941-485-7743 2/2, locatn,waterview $139K 2/2 ro ove, waterview $115K 2/2 sm pet OK, coatedroof $93K 2/2 sm pet ok, upgrds $89,900 1/1 coated roof, Igf rm $61,900 + Many more homes to choose from on owned & rented lots. Monthly malnt. fee $120.00 incl cable tv, mowing & facilities. 2 vacant lots avail, to build Lowest prices on new manu- factured homes from factory owned Prestige Home Center in Tampa. 3BR, 2BA. Multi-sec- tion homes from $46,900 including Delivery, Set-up and A/C. 1-813-910-0465 MAKE OFFER MUST SELL DW 2/2 Riverside Oaks. Top tond. many extras! Must see. (941)-639- 0592 or (941)-661-5701 Maple Leaf 2005 Models Set up & ready for you. SAVE THOUSANDS! Resident owned community. Call for details. 941-875-4643 Palm Harbor Factory Liqui- dation Sale. All models must go. Call for free Color Brochures 1-800-622-2832 PALM HARBOR Factory Liqui- dation Sale. All Models must go. Call for free brochures & quotes. 1-800-622-2832 PARK MODEL HOME HANDY MAN SPECIAL, Financing. Lease Option lots of amenities. 54900 941-426.5040 Polynesian Village MHP 1495 Alamander Ave, Engl. Walk to Manasota Bch. Resident owned, adult park, "a few fine" pre-owned dbl wides avail. Call Park Mgr. (941)474-3636. Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale Sell your house As Is For a Fair Price. on the date of Your Choice! Simon 941-204-5291 Working Mature women wanti- ng to buy 1st home in Country or Rent eff. 863-304-1760 1205 LEASE OPTION 10 Affordable homes For Lease Option or Purchase. Call(941)-302-4802 Shells Realty, Inc. 50% OFF FIRST MONTH P.C 3/2/2 Pool Near Peach- land. L/O or Rent $1600/mo Credit friendly, 24hr info. (941)-363-8100 FOR SALE OR RENT TO OWN OWNER FINANCE RENT CREDIT + LOW DWN 941-232-2948 1205 LEASE OPTION LEASE OPTION Less than yr north port,3/4- 2-2 screened lani privacy fence all appliances $5000 down $1600/mo. 1-561-670-5542 LEASE TO OWN NEW 3/BR home in North Port. Your job is your credit. Lonie 941-302-0987 N.P ESTATES Beautiful, new 3/2/2 Why rent when you can rent to own?! Credit issues okay, pets okay. $1295-$1595/mo + low down. 3938 Lovering Ave & 5106 Lown St. Call (941)- 224-8664 1210 HOMES FOR RENT SUNSTAR REALTY INC. MORRIS REALTY, INC. www.sunstarrentals.com NP 1st mo. FREE $900 PC 2/2/2 tile/pool $1250 Liesa P. 941 613-3063 NP new & neutral $1100 PC 3/2 SFH cat ok $1250 Cindy S. 941 613-3012 DC 3/2/2 pool nice$1500 PC2/2 condo gated $900 Christine941-613-3068 NP 3/2/2 nice yard $975 NP3/2/2 all appl. $950 Lorraine941-429-4626 EW 2/2 furn/ann $1200 DC 2/2 1st fl condo $750 Lee Ann 941-613-3016 1090 MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE PORT CHARLOTTE VILLAGE RESIDENT OWNED COOP Over 55 Mobile Home Park 86 Acres 4 Lakes 435 Homes HEATED POOL SHUFFLEBOARD CLUBHOUSE RESALES AVAILABLE 1000 Kings Highway Phone 625-4105 PUNTA GORDA 1992 Park Model 1/1, attached lanai, fur- nished. Good cond. $23,900. 941- 286-6511 PUNTA GORDA, doublewide, Eagle Point, Resident owned 55+, 2/2/CP. Furn, New car- port, lanai, siding & roof. $68,900. Contact Office (941)-639-4219/Owner (317)- 379-9027 or (317)-435-2802 REDUCED-Brand New 2005, 4/2 DW MH on more than a half acre! Plenty of room to park your RV or boat and sur- rounded by nature preserve. MLS#7761 Now $165,500 MartinRealtyFla.com 863-494-2100 941-255)991 Single wide, in Punta Gorda 14' x 38', very nice, 55+, 1/1, kit, LR/DR area. $10,000 obo. Days 317- 510-4635 eve 317-462-7622 Sunrise Mobile Home Park 2/B 1/B Turn Key, laundry Rm Carport & patio $20,000. (863)-494-1586 obo Venice 1979 Celtic Ig dble- wide, partially furn., exc. cond. Park church will sell to.best offer. A MUSTSEE! (941-416- 1903 or (941)484-2664 VENICE Bay Indies 55+, Fully furn. 2/2/CP, lanai Nicely updated, all amen. $18,500. 941-928-2796 VENICE RANCH 12X48, 1BR/1BA. Asking $5,000. Semi Furnished. 24X39, 2BR/2BA. Asking. $15,000. Furnished. Others to choose from! 55+ Community, No pets. Season- al Rental Available. Call Dick or Steve (941)-488-5672 VENICE: 2BR, large screened porch, 2-car carport, fully renovated, $6,900. Cell (941) 735-0790 \Village of Holiday Lakes 7337 Adana Ave 2 bdrm furnished Single Wide. Pool, Clubhouse and Only $76,000 Terry Long RE/MAX Bayside 941-474-2897 ext. 127 1095 MANUFACTURED HOMES HARBOR COVE- 55+, 2004- 2/2 ON WATER. MUST SEE! CALL SUE BARNHILL 941-661-0127 @ HARBOR COVE REALTY 1110 OUT OF AREA HOMES N.C. MOUNTAINS! Log cabins on 1 -2 ac. sites. Easy to finish. 2 & 3 bedrm Chalets, $89,900 to $139,900. Many avail. Call (828)-247-0081 Philadelphia Tn, 1800sqft DW on 2acres fireplace, mountain view. $94,000. 1-888-745-2630. Jermey Bivens TENNESSEE SERENITY Cool nights & peaceful days! Mountain top lake & golf course properties. Christine Schmitt Direct cell (931)-267- 4937 (Verizon) P R & M of Ten- nessee Inc. (931)-456-6320 1120 WANTED TO BUY AVOID FORECLOSURE WE CAN HELP TODAY Better Business Bureau Member Call Jim Today 927-0040 www.FloridaHomeRescue.com A NEW HOUSE FOR CASH OR TERMS (941)-778-4495 1210 HOMES FOR RENT "Y NOT U" Nobody Beats Us Why Pay 1st, Last & Sec. 3BR.'2BA.2CG. 1/4 Acre ON-SITE FINANCING New Home S987/Mo. All Appliances & W/D Window Blinds, Satellite Ready, Quick onto 1-75 941-429-0239 Windemere Homes www.winhomesfl.com $1500 per mo $5000 down, lease with option, or annual rental avail.. Large new NP home. 1620 Joshua. Owner/ Broker. 457-6809 $7200 in Rent Credit, Rent 2 Own 5211 Beckham 3/2/2 Down payment applied to pur- chase. Steve 941-429-1178 NICE ROOMY HOUSE! * 2100SQ,2.5Acre,3/2,off 17i5 Punta -Gorda, Charlotte -: i'.-r: i:ets ok,Fenced. 2Car Det, Open floor.Fire- place. CALL ROBERT at (813) 363-2003. MUST SEE !! *GOOD DEAL! PC 2B, 2BA PROME- NADES EAST CONDO, NEW CARPET. $600 me. NO PET*PC 3B, 2BA, 2G POOL Home, Peachland Blvd. $1,400 mo. 2 SM PET *PC 3B, 2BA, 2G. Home, Walling Ct. $1,100 mo. SM PET PC 3B, 2BA HOME, Crestview Circle, $950 MO. SM PET *PC 2B, 2BA Westchester Woods Con- dos, 2nd. Floor. $600 mo. NO PET *PC 2B, 1 1/2BA Home, 1 C. Gar., WATERFRONT, Ewing Cir., $900 mo. NO PET *PC 2B, 1BA Home, Olean Blvd. $750 mo. SM PET . *PC 2B, 1BA Home, Augusta Ave. $775 mo. NO PET *PGI 2 2BA Furn. Condo, Overlooks RIVER $825 mo. NO PET *PC 2B, 1BA HOME, WATERFRONT, CONCORD DR. $900 mo. SM PET *PC 3B, 2BA HOME, SILVERBELL DR. NEW CARPET $825 mo. NO PET *PC 3B, 2BA Home, Waterside St., 2 Car Garage, $1,050 mo. NO PET *PC 38, 1BA Home, Olean Blvd. REDUCED $800 mo. NO PET *DEEP CREEK 2B, 2BA, 2G HOME, Rampart BI. $1000 mo. NO PET *BRAND NEW PC 2B, 2BA Duplex on Redmond St., 1C Garage. $950 mo. No Pet/Smoking *PC 3B, 2BA Home, 1C Gar., Larkspur Ct. $900 meo.SM PET Sunbelt Mgmt. Services LLC (941) 627-9555 (WEEKDAYS) InvestorsChoice Real Estate Port Charlotte Office 941-743-4831 Englewood Office 941-475-7011 website: www.icre.us ANNUAL PUNTA GORDA 2/2/1 HOME...........$950 PORT CHARLOTTE 2/2/CP, 55+..........$950 2/1/2CP... POOL.....$950 NORTH PORT 3/2/2.................$1050 3/2/2.................$1075 3/2/2................$1150 3/2/2.................$1200 2/2/1 Condo.......$1200 3/2/2..pool.........$1250 3/2/2 Villa cor. Pool $1300 SEASONAL PORT CHARLOTTE 3/2/2..................$2200 3/2/2 Pool & Dock...$2600 NORTH PORT 3/2/2..................$1800 ROTONDA 3/2/2...................$2800 1 3/2/2 on canal. Harbor access. New carpet, upgrades. 1st, last & sec. $995. (561)-251-5119 1 3/3, Pt. Charlotte on canal. Minutes to Harbor. Boat lift. $1050 mo. 1st., last sec. (561-251-5119 1 MTH FREE W/12 MTH LEASE NORTH PORT 3/2/2 HOME 1 yr. old Avail immed. 1st & sec. $1250. 941-545-5245 Classified = Sales House with 3 acres 3BR/2BA/2CG built in 2000. bring the horses. $1600/MO will do lease option. 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 50% OFF FIRST MONTH Newly renovated 3/2/1 in Rotonda w/ fenced yard. $1095/mo. 24hr info. (941)-363-8200 50% OFF FIRST MONTH!! Nice small 2/1/CP in N.P. $750/mo 24hr info (941)- 331-2046 72 White Marsh Ln 4/2/2 pool, pets ok 340 Ardenwood 2/2/2 Hot tub pool pets Ok - 61 Mark Twain .3/2/2 pool 1451 Overbrook 2/2/2, fenced yard 10494 Reims Ave 3/2/2 screen lanai, Pt. Charlotte 1628 Hayworth 3/2 carport, pool, Surfside Realty Inc. 941-473-4050 www.surfsiderealty.net FREE...FREE...FREE... Get your credit application fee rebated at move-in on approved applicants from 5/15/06-6/15/06!!! FEATURED HOME 2/2/2 Villa in Venetian Isles. Very roomy split floor plan. Community pool, Jacuzzi & more.......................$1300. NORTH PORT 3/2 Doll House. Tile floors, Window coverings located in Highland Ridge...........$850. NORTH PORT 2 Bedroom homes available Starting at................ $675. Brand new AFFORD 4BR/2BA/2CG close to Cranberry School 2240 RENT TO sf under air. $1600/MO CREDI Call Hector A. Gomez Re/Max Properties PROBL E NI 941-321-7164 Free recoil 2/1/1/ PT.Charlotte On message w Canal like new nice area 1-888-REN 2448 Starlite Ln. ext. 411 B LG Rooms,open FI Plan 1ST/LAST/Security $975. Tel: FL 941-255-1154 paul@onecheckmortgae.com 2/2 Circlewood, Venice Unat- tached villa W/D, cp, comm pools, cable, lawncare, like new. No pets, N/S. 5 mins to beach Annual $950/mo. (941)408-3000 NP 11 with screen lanai, a 2/2/2 Pt. Charlotte, water- EN2111 DUPLEX wIawnc, front, very nice area, $1,100 PC 22crpl, farm,, SWF, mo., 1st. & last.: (561)-543- PCL2/.aMtJ, Ipiijfei ~'.. -:, ..,, PC 3f2ldolblecaiport, lani 274 COLONY POINT PGI PC 212/ ew tile carpel, ca 3/2/2 DC 2/22 duplex, nice, lawn $2000/MO CALL FIVE STAR REALTY PC3/2/capillanai, fence (941)-637-6116 PC 32 NEWMOBILE PCVI 2BR/1BA, 750 SF cottage w/ PC 0/2/ 11il 0 &wood o0 carport in Port Charlotte. DC3/2/11 fllrm, den, inclu Waterfront view. $795 mo VE2/2/21arg, private, nea incl. lawn service. CREDIT PC 3/2l2arge, alllile, lana CHECK. (954) -812-9337 EN 3212 anai, great condit N'P. MANY NEW HOMES- 3/212's- $950. DC 3/22 lalge lot, includes 3 or 4/2/2 near Bobcat NP 4/2.52 brand new, lanai Trail Golf Course w/gar- NP 4/2/2 ew, lanai ity wal den tub + double sinks in PC 3/212,anai, gated C0mI the master bath, Ig lanai, NP3/2/2g0 ourseview il, + more...1268 Woodrose..$1,200/mo. DC 3022 pool, lanp00ool seo aAction Prop. Mgt.-Lic RE DC 32/2 ge, healed pool Broker 941-627-5654 or DC 3.2.5/2 lke, piol/spa, d 866-220-1146 EN 3/2/2, fence, incl. poOli/ www.NorthPortRental.net CALL EMAIL FO LIST 01 3/1 renovated home, SHORTTERM FURNISHED washer/dryer, $850 Call 941-391-3549 AMES 3232 3/2 completely remodeled, 3/1/1 $1,200 mo. in desirable area $850/M near schools. Lease option CALL FIVE STAF possibilities (941) 623-3581 (941)-637-6 3/2/1 Englewood Home w/ Annual & Se pool on canal w/ dock Harborside Real Eastate RENTA 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker M&M Property h 3/2/1 Rotonda West pool, CALL (941) 4; canal view, small pet okay or visit us at oui with fee. mmpropertymi Harborside Real Estate 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker ANNUAL RE 3/2/2 1 yr. old. 2911 Crane Ave. (off Cranberry Bjvd.) PORT CHAR $1100/mo. plus deposit. 23002 SENECA (941)-468-7884 3/2/1 3/2/2 NEW!!! 225 Santa Fe, N.P./P.C. 20215 BENTON area. $1100/MO 1st & 2/2/1 Sec.Tony 941-426-4394 3/2/2 Sailboat Waterfront. Newly NORTH P rentovated. No smokers, no pets. 3455 JADE ST. $1,400 Susan, Century 21 Almar 3/2/2 NEW CONS & Assoc 941-3800041 NEGC 3/2/2, den, lanai. Why pay rent? BE A HOMEOWNER. 6345 LACHINE Lease op.or owner finance. 3/2/2 DEN Imm. Occup. (954)-588-6087 MONTH RE 3BR/2BA/carport, pool, spa,4767 KISKA RD. $1250/mo incl lawn & pool 4767 KISKA RD. maint. 1st, last & sec. No 3/2/2 pets. Nice area. 941- 629- AR 2858, cell 815-8687 AR 1790 SW COUN1 2br/2ba Venice East home 2 UNITS AVAILAB fam. rm, lanai, beautifully PRIVATE TRAILER updated, cer. tile, crown NISHED OR UNFUF moldings, cent. util. Lease $650.00 EACH option. $1200/mo. 941-488-8143 SunAcreRealty ADDITIONAL R 4bed, 4 bath home! Stop AVAILAB renting! Buy for $20,000. For listings 1- 800-749-8124 ext. RENT MA' R224 NEGOTIAI 4BR/2BA house, pool, tennis courts, great comm., exc PRPERTY MAN school district, 3295 Meadow PROPERTY AN Run Cir., Venice, 34293, 5 min. INC. 941-74 to bch. Long or short term Annuals 2-3/BR'S $2,750/mo. (727-420-7072 up www.RentalsOf 50% OFF FIRST MONTH RE/MAX Prop Home near hosp. in PC. 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Flexible terms why rent 3/2/2 & 4/2/2 H.:-,..ri when you can rent to own. North Port Florida ., r 941-488-8143 Ownerbroker 2,100sf., under air. ,r i-"e: purchase avail., Call ..uuijrt ,i, Realty (800)-693-9667 1312 AQUI ESTA PC Buy or Rent to Own. 3312 2/2/2 Normandy St. 3bdrm home, TROPICAL LANAI W/SPA $900 mo + option. Price $1200/MO $129,000. Hurry won't last! CALL FIVE STAR REALTY Call Joe (508)-699-9271 (941)-637-6116 182 Dowling, 3/2/1, saltwa- RENT TO OWN terfront, great location, like Several houses to choose new, no smoking $995 mo., from. Call for details (941)-626-8008 Credit problems??? OK! 1940 AQUI ESTA PGI 941-474-9080 3/2/2 $1600/M0 Venetian Golf & River Club, WATERFRONT POOL HOME new3/2/2 Lease option. CALL FIVE STAR REALTY $1600 mo + d/. (941)-637-6116 Call 941-96-9464 94637-6116 2 nrnnertiee in NI Pnrt Englewood 1 bdrm cottage, completely furnished, w/d , new appliances $800/mo 1st, last & sec. 941-474-4131 ENGLEWOOD 2/2/2 GATED COMM. NO PETS, LANAI, LG KITCHEN COMM. POOL Harborside Real Eastate 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker Englewood, 2/2/2 House, Pool, small pet OK w/deposit Harborside Real Estate 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker ! 3/2, near schools & major roads, $1,100/mo. Nelson 954-673-1565 North Port 1/1.+ end., lanai, unfurn., just painted in/out, ceramic tile, $750/mo. Avail., 6/01 (847)-344-2692 No. Port lease options. Brand new homes. Imm. occupancy. Several to choose. Call for details www.PelicanPM.com Lic Broker 941-232-8223 -. k. Paae 6 1210 HOMES FOR RENT RENTAL HASSLES? LEASE OPTION YOUR CASTLE! Own your dream home with our proven Lease Option Pro- gram. Bad credit? No problem! Get started today! Call us: EAGLE MORTGAGE CO. 1-800-775-7978 or eaeremorteagevenice com (A family owned business) BARNES & PHILLIPS REAL ESTATE, Inc. 743-4200 ANNUALS 2/2 Condo C.H. $675 2/1/1 PC Pool $750 3/1.5 PC on water $800 2/2/1 PG $800 2/2/CP DC $800 3/2 PC Pool $800 2/2/1 PC $825 3/2/2 DC $1,075 3/2/2 PC, S.B. Canal $1,100 3/2/2 NP $1,100 3/2/2 NP $1,250 3/2/1 PC, lift & Pool $1,350 3/2/2 PC S.B. Canal, Pool, Fully Furnished $2,000 4/3/2's, New Homes in North Port, Call for Details *Check Us Out On The Web: barnesandphillipsrealestate.net Beautiful brand new Deep Creek home, 4/2/2, w/d, annual. $1195/ mo. 1st, last & sec. N/P 239-682-3984 Brand New Never lived in, 4/2/2 Huge Home. $1600/mo. Lease/option Jason (239)-209-2226 2672 Dode Ave. in NP. Brand new 2 story home in Deep Creek, rent with lease option to buy. Call owner at 239-209-1330 Brand New 3/2.5/2 in Deep Creek, close to 1-75. $1,150 mo. Annual lease, 1st., last, security. (772)-398-7557 Brand new hm 2006, 3+derV2BA/2CG, all appli, pets OK. $1200-$1300 Lease option to buy. Ivonne (772-323-1970 BURNT STORES ISLES, 3/2/2, direct sailboat access. Boat available, caged pool on 'lanai. $1600. mo Yearly lease. 513-615-4721 CHARLOTTE HARBOR 2/1 Furn. Annual. New carpet & tile. NP NS Very clean! $750. mo.+ util. (941)-639-3268 CLEAN 3/2/2 in Murdock area. New flooring, appliances & pji ; i .l.hjure 'and:naping ?. privacxlfqne : I 'I:"i ,Ti!:. 1st., Last & : I [IF (941)-815-1001 DEEP CREEK Pool home on canal. 3/2/2, lanai. All appli- ances. $1,500. mo. 1st, Last & Sec. (941)-876-0330 DEEP CREEK,. 3/2/2, Beauti- ful, newer 1600 sq. ft. house, on cul-de-sac. Stove, frig, lanai. 288 Fortaleza. $1195. 1 year lease. 800-747-4283 Deep Creek 3/2/2 Family rm, lanai, fully applianced, nicely renovated. $1300 mo. 1st. last, & sec. 941-628-3329 DON'T SIGN ANOTHER LEASE! Stop throwing away $$$ Purchase a home today Using your sec. deposit ` as your down.payment. Hundreds of affordable homes to choose from with low monthly payments! Call Mike Sikorski Today at (941) 206-6000 Florida Realty Network ELEGANT home in PGI, available July 15. 2/2/2, $2000/ mo incl. lawn & pool care. 639-3989 ENGELWOOD (NORTH) 3/2/2 like new $1300/mo lst/Lst/Sec. No pets. Easy access to beaches/ 493-6828 or 941-468- 3819 or 239-540-7741 Engl./S. Gulf Cove area, 1 1/2 yrs. old, 4/2/2, pool, Total 2674sf, incl. pool & lawn svc. Linda 908-399-3731 Engl. ('OLE ENGL) 2br /2ba, no garage. Very clean with W/D + lawn svc, On dirt-dead end street. 2 mi from 2 parks & boat ramp. $950/mo. 941-473-8253 Engl. 2/2/1, recently updated hm in nice area on canal, fenced yd, $1,000/mo. Good credit req 207-284-2352 Engl. Adorable 2/1, Newly updated in the Heart of Old Engl, 392 W. Wentworth, $850 + sec 860-233-0144 ENGL. GULF COVE New 3/2 on S/W canal incl. dock, sec- onds to open water. Dog ok. $1300/mo. (612)-720-6315 Engl. S. GULF COVE 2004 4/2/2 Pool home w/ water view. Pets ok. Annual rental. $1700/mo (941)-697-1605 1210 HOMES FOR RENT Englewood 3/2/1 waterfront w/dock pos- sible lease option Lg 3/2/2 lanai, pet ok Lg. 3/2/2 comm pool 3/2/1 comm pool $1099 mo 2/2/2 Eng. Isles pet ok tg. 2/1 downtown area water/serwe/lawn inc West Coast Prop Mgt. 4730718 or 8774680667 ENGLEWOOD, New cottage at 146 Cedar St. 2br/2ba, appliances, parking, porch- es. Historic District. Avail now! $1000/mo. +Sec. 941-474-7697 er 4836323 ENGLEWOOD: Near Lemon Bay. 2BR/1BA, fenced yard, $750/mo. First, last., securi- ty. (941)-697-7325 MERA eraportcharlotte.com PORT CHARLOTTE 2/1 updated..............$750 2/2 $750 2/2, pool Condo........$750 2/1 fenced, updated..$800 3/2/1, updated..........$800 3/2/1, tile, large lanai.$875 3/2/CP, SWF.............$950 3/2/2 Saltwtr Canal.$1100 3/2/2 pool, tile.......$1300 3/2/1, Water dock. $2500 NORTH PORT 3/2/2.....................$100 3/2/2 just built........$1095 3/2/2, 55+, just blt.$1100 3/2/2 plus, den.......$1100 S3/2/2, newer home, lots of upgrades................$1100 3/2/2 Villa..............$1100 3/2.5/2, 2 story......$1150 3/2/1Lakeside Plant$1200 SOUTH GULF COVE 3/2/2 Saltwater.......$1100 DEEP CREEK 2/2 Condo, new........$850 3/2/2 townhouse....$1000 3/2/2, just built.......$1150 3/2/2, pool.............$1200 4/2/2.......................$1200 HERITAGE LAKE PARK Brand new condos, gated, pool, fitness center, tennis, biking & more! 2 & 3 bedrooms $850 & up. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD We will help you buy your first home at no charge. Our services are free to you. Call us today to learn how to get into that home without paying rent. YOU MAY WALK AWAY FROM CLOSING WITH, MONEY IN 'YOUR POCKET. ', .:u :'4 . nour j -l: rm nii- t,,irif .- r II today. BAD CREDIT OK LIMITED CREDIT OK DIVORCE OK LITTLE OR NO MONEY DOWN OK We have the experience, dedication, and most of all the lenders to guide you through the home buying process. Call RE/MAX POWER- HOUSE 866-899-POWER HARBOUR HEIGHTS, 3/2, In-law suite, fl. rm, pri- vate boat ramp, garage. $995/mo. Close to 1-75. 239-398-5395. Island Walk West Villages Venice 4/3- Prop ID 137580 Greatrentals.com $1,300 239-269-2214 MANASOTA BEACH 3br/2ba +den, totally reno- vated; poss lease opt. N/P. $1100/mo. (941)-493-8383 N Port, 2600 Cliff St. 3/2/1, $975. 1st, last & $1000/Sec. (941-302-3814 or 815-7476 N. Port 2/1.5/1, nice & clean. Non Smoker. $880/mo. 1st/Last & $600 security (941)-423-2856 N. PORT 3/2/2 on almost 1/2 acre, next to Bobcat Trail, 1400sqft living. $1050/mo 954-553-9333 N. PORT 4/2/2, 18002200s.f. New! City water, lanai. $1300/mo 1st + 2 mo Sec. (305)-724-4703 N. PORT Newer 3/2/2 w/ lanai & laundry rm. Near Sumter Blvd. 5660 Landry Ave. $1250/mo 941-447-2034 N. PORT, $550 1ST MONTH rent, $1100 Sec. required, 3/2/2 pass den, fenced back- yard, city wtr, $1100/mo. ann (941-321-3600 N.P. NEW 3/2/2 City water, near new elem. schl. $1175/mo (941)-468-8706 NEW HOME, avail.now, N.P. Page 7 tiinrinv q v 98 2 00 6fi P.I FRtetalEt CIassified 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 1210 HOMES FOR RENT NO. PORT- I'M a 2005 3/2/2 ONE MONTH FREE PGI- 3/2/2, sailboat, home looking for good people. Venetian Falls shows like a model, yard & All apple's, tile, fenced-pets ok. Villa $1295 pool incl. $1,595 mo. $1195/mo. 941-391-2947 Venetian Falls 2211 Bayview. (239)-269- 3B den $1600 4713 Nokomis Stoneybrook PGI 2/2/1.5, Waterfront, SWaterfront 3B/2B $1600 caged pool, W/D, dock, beau- 2br/2ba/2cg, with boat Venetian Golf & tiful view, pool service includ- 0. River Club dock, fireplace, hard- 2Br/ 2 Den l400 ed. $1500 month. Yearly wood floors S1700(/mo r/2 rental. No pets. (239)-352- 941-483-3902o 2Br/2B Furnished $2100 0182 or (239) 273-4334. Lease/options Pet Friendly \ RE/MAX Suncoast PGI 3/2/2 190 Casa Ln., 941-266-8777 pool, dock, very nice, flex N PORT NEW 4/2/2 ^lease, $1,500 941-380- N PORT NEW 4/2/2 9 267 oa v c Lakeside Plantation, club- OWN A HOME TODAY 2252 Tony. house, tennis pool Pet OK WITH NO PGI Fourplex on Water MONEY DOWN! PGI Fourplex on Water $1395 + deposits Avail oorCredtOK w/lanai 2/2 June 06. 765-j14-3764 P Credit OK w/washer/dryer hookup Call Today & $775. Ist/last/sec. See If You Qualify 239-939-7499 DOUGLAS Be In Your Own Home For application DOUAL G LAS In 30 Days. A Y American Homefront Mtg. PGI greenbelt 3/2/2 w/pool, NORTH PORT (941)-625-3052 new Towles Home, pets ok, N $1600/mo. (incl. pool & lawn New Construction, 3/2/2 *NEED A RENTAL* care) 941-769-7766. $995. mo. Many homes available with specials! DCR RENTAL MGMT 941-240-6404 941-624-0500 PGI waterfront, 2BR/2BA/ 2CG, cul-de-sac, all new appl. NORHT PORT Brand New P.C. 2/1, updated, $860/mo. 1st, last & sec. No pets. 3/2/2 Almost 2000 S.f. + $1000 dep. $1860 to move $1400/mo. (727)-5604434 $1250/MO. possible lease in. Pet okay. Must have good option. Call (941-232-5402or rental refs. (941-228-2627 PGI, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, single 941-737-7959. 3/1 on canal, large lanai family, pool, dock/sailboat, P.C. 3/1 on canal, large lanai 10 min. to Harbor, with fireplace, all appliances. 10 min. to Auabor s $100/o p c $1,500/mo,. Annual lease $1000/mo. plus security Nosmoking (239) 571-2287 deposit. Call 941-235-7464. or s239 g 272-7842 Nort Port New 3/2 across P.C. 3/2/1 Canal, dock 3 min st. from Cranberry to Harbor, Great sunset views, PGI, 3/2/2, furnished, Elm.sch.$1195/mo lanai, W/D $1150/mo 1st, w/screened pool on canal. $300 off 1st mo avail 7/1 last & sec. 1-905-651-5983 Avail. to 11/1. $1,400. mo + 1-888-971-5333 P.C. 3/2/2 tile throughout, Dep. NS/NP (941)-639-5905 North Port New Homes fence, blinds, laundry rm, PGI, canal, quick access to 3 and 4 Bdrm. Imm. Occ. must see. Fantastic loc, no Harbor, large 3/2/2, liv. & From $1195. 10 to Choose pets. $1050 + dep. (941) fam. rm., lots of tile, $1,300 www.PelicanPM.com 916-1901. $50 GIFT CERT. mo. (239)-334-8119 Lic. Broker 941-232-8223 P.C. 3br/2ba/lcg, 4355 PGI, JAMAICA WAY, harbor NorthPort -RenttoOwn Sansedro St. 1116sf, tile, new front 3/2. 3rd fir., 2000 sf, No2 BR/1 bath/foridaenttoOwn carpet, paint &ac. $1175/ $2000/mo. Stock Realty, 2 BR/bath/floda mo. 1-800-863-9058 x8629 239-444-1241. Room 8556 Porto Bello P.C. Affordable & adorable PG16 RYAN BLVD. $795 per month home, extra clean 2/1, full 3/2/2 + OFFICE/ POOL Steve @ (941)626-6600 sz apple's, central A/C, W/D, $2000/MO 1 blk from 41 $750/mo. CALL FIVE STAR REALTY North Port Rent to Own 1st/L/Sec Dep (941)-927- (941)-637-6116 3 -4 BR/2 Bath/2 CG 9176 or (941]-724-4045 PORT CHARLOTTE 2-1-1 Built in 2000 $750 Rent includes Club- low down/bad credit OK P.G.I West Marion St house, Pool, Tennis 1470 Rival Terrace 3BR/2.5BA w/ 1 bed Ist, Last + Security Steve 941-626-6600 inlaw, Pool, Ig. yard No Pets. (586)-822-8038 $1500. mo. + Sec. North Port 3/2/1 Near new (239)-210-1521 PORT CHARLOTTE- Remod- Walmart,newly painted and eled 3/2 w/ den & garage. tiled, d/w&w/d, lanai. $1050 New appliances, new tile. per mo. $1050 sec. Lease, P.G.I- 2/2/2 with pool $950. mo. (941)-769-7777 Trash, pest control incl.avail on saltwater canal. 6/1941-268-5014 Remodeled! Boat lift. PORT CHAR. 2/2, lanai, 6/1941-2Minutes to harbor! laundry room, CHA, very North Port 3/2/2, 1,848 $1500. mo. + Sec. nice. $799/mo + $1150 sq. ft. lanai, tile, Brand (239)-210-1521 dep, $50 gift certificate, New, $1,050 mo. Lease no pets. (941) 916-1901. option (941)-624-2138 PC 2/1 Lrg., Scrn porch & Port Charlotte 1BR/1BA, car NORTH PORT 3/2/2, scrnd storage, w/d c. 21042 ort landry rm new e lanai. $1150/ mo. Avail l Ave. $750mo. stthroughout, enclosed lanai. Immd. Call Jessica, JLG Prop- ast&600 sec., req. 941) Avail. 6/1. $650/mo. 1st, erties, LLC. (9410-504-2917 258-0118 last & sec. 239-246-1048 M mNORTH PORT PC 2/1 Very clean, all tile, NORTH PORT fresh paint. $750/mo. st, PORT CHARLOTTE 2/2 j. ..., ,e 1, ,,. L:,, last"& 'sec.2 2352 Picnic St. 9L SW canal, min.- ,: H .*' 5 i.i ;"l'". i'-.-ii ,',,, 1(239)-283-6009 Lease option $6,000 down. Florida Global Realty Free rent for lyr. JUDYCIOCCO PC 2/1, hurricane safe, w/d, (941)-375-3261 772-579-3374 $850 mo., 1st. & last, $500 772-579dep. Annual lease,back- PORT CHARLOTTE 2/2/1 NORTH PORT Brand new ground Ck. (941)-764-7455 pool, canal w/dock. 3/2/2 several homes PC 2/1/CP, FL room 21362 Harborside Real Eastate to c f rPC 2/1/CP, FL room 21362 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker to choose from Gladis Ave $700. 2/1/CP, FL 941-6977077 Lic RE Broker $1200/mo (941-234-5013 room 21954 Hernando Ave. PORT CHARLOTTE 3/2/2 North Port Brand new 3/2/2, $725. 1st, LST, $500 sec COMMUNITY POOL, SMALL large lot in quiet area, $1,300 941-916-0896 8am-7pm PET OK, 13TH MONTH FREE mo. Call Templar Realty & PC 2/2/1, Pets ok w/dep., WITH ONE YEAR LEASE Investment (866) 836-2065 $1,100 o. PG 2/2/1+, urn. Harborside Real Eastate lnvest5 $1,100 mo. PG 2/2/1+, furn. 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker North Port Brand new for sale, N/S, N/P $1,450 mo Sec. rent, lease option or creative dep. & 1st. (813) 846-6897 Port Charlotte 3BD/1BA financing. Quality, luxury style, PC large. 3/2/2, lanai, newly Possible 4BD, Laundry 3/2 with screened lanai, neu- remodeled, cath. ceil., tile fir., Room, CHA, New Tile,' tral colors, $1,195 mo. or wood cab., granite, 1st., last, $1,000/mo. Pets Okay! $259K to purchase, 2706 sec., ann. $1,095 mo. Pets (941)-575-6482 Chickasaw Dr. No pets, no neg. (941)-661-4539 Port Charlotte smoking. (719)-544-4802 Port Charlotte smoking. 719-544-4802 PC 3/2/1 WF, large lanai, Rent to Own NORTH PORT ESTATES on 3 magnificent view, serene area, 2 BR/1Bath, central air acres, 3/2/2, 500sf work- all appl., freshly painted. $750 per month shop w/HAC, newly updated. $1280/mo. (941-232-8401 21051 Meehan Ave $1200/mo. (941)-234-8132 PC Murdock area, 3/2/2 Steve 941-626-6600 North Port New Construction Lanai, laundry room, NP, 3/2/2, available immediately. NS, $1000/mo. 1st, last & Port Charlotte $1,250 mo. $500 off moving sec. (941)-627-8622 Rent to Own costs! Templar Realty & Invest- PC 2 bed. furn/unfurn. 2BR/lBath ment (866).,836-2065 short or long term, lawn incl. New Central air North Port, 2/1.5/1 Ig. front across from cultural center 520 Sharon Cr. & back porch screened. Owner/realtor 914-743-0605 $795/mo Steve 941-626-6600 $850/mo 1st, last, security. PC, 3/2/2, quiet area $950 No pets. 941-468-6800 mo. 2/1/1 w/dock $950 mo. Port Charlotte NORTH PORT, 2/2/1, newerNO PETS, Kathy Hinga DCR Rent to Own S$950/mo. 1st month free Retals (941)-628-8855 3 BR/2 Bath/ Car gar w/Last & Sec. Avail June 2! PC, 3/3/2, Pool, Waterfront, New Paint/flooring (941)-661-9909 Port Charlotte Beach Complex $950 per month area, Beautiful, $1,795 18072 Dublin Ave NORTH PORT, Almost new 3 mo/ease option (941)-624- Steve 941-626-6600 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage. 2138 Close to everything. $1100 PORT CHARLOTTE urifurn. mo. 941-628-2606 for info. PC, 4/2/CP, laundry rm, living 2/2/1 canal home, screened NORTH PORT, Beautiful new porch 1n250/mo. rst. ast& lanai, $975/mo. 941-743- 3/2/2, over 2,000 sf. under Sec. Cal (9410-204-1015 4450 air! Vaulted ceilings. Great area! Close to shopping & 1-75 PC, Avail. 6/11. NY Sect. Port Charlotte, (2) 3/2/2's, $1,195. mo. 561-213-8229 clean & nicely furn. home, Quaint Ave. Joseph St. 2/2, nice area. $1000/ $950 mo. Annual lease. 1st., NORTH PORT, Big, beautiful mo. (941)-639-3920 last, sec. (941) 815-0285 3/2/2 + den on large lot. PC 3BR/2BA/1CG Gideon Rty $1175. mo. 1 yr. lease. 5383 PC, Lg 3BR/2BA/CG 175Andrs Ct.(786255-2805 lanai, Ig. yard, good PORT CHARLOTTE, EIJobean Andrs Ct. 786)255-2805 schools no pets $1000mo. brand new 3/2.5/2 3000 sf 1st. & sec. 941-766-1928 living, sailboat access. PC- 2/1/CP, CHA, W/D, $1500/mo.(239)6339197 Shed. 1169 Bounds St. Great PORT CHARLOTTE: : 2/2/CP North Port, Brand new, area! $875. + Deposits. 1 no pets. $850. mo., 1st, last never occupied. 3/2/2, mo. FREE! (954)-347-5151 & sec. Avail now. 941-629- cen.ai air scre...n.. ianai- central air, screened lanai w/ beautiful pool. Unfur- Pet Friendly Homes For nished, but w/ new Rent 'Fridge, Stove & Micro.' All nice, clean & upgraded. $1,400/month to rent, Annual Leases: 319k to buy. No pets, no 800-374-3547 smoking. Call Pat at 4/2 Upgraded $1,250/mo (941)416-4459 3/2 Comer Lot $1,050/mo North Port, NEW 3/2/2, 3/2 $1200/mo 1,800 sq. ft. ac, formal LR, 4/1 Everything new DR, Family Room, 18" tile, $1300/mo screened lanai, w/d & more ***One Month $1199/mo, (941)-457-0727 RENT FREE*** North Port: 6282 Fabian PG Cute Dollhouse 2/2/1 2/2 canal + dock, htd pool, w/pool. New; carpet, paint, sunny, new carpet. N/P appl., $1100/mo. (954)-907- $1200/mo 941-412-3696 3295 www.luckyduckrentals.com PG Deep Creek New Home NORTH PORT: Cozy 2/1, for rent. 4/2/2 with 1960 small pet ok. 5494 Allen Rd. sqft under air! 1st $685/mo. 1st, last & sec. $1150/mo. gets it. (941)-426-8993 954-868-6286. NP Golf course Cul-de-sac, PG 2/1 Historic District beautiful view, .spacious $995/mo. New BA & KIT., 3/2/2. $1195/mo FREE granite, wood floors, walk to MONTH 941-875-2819 park/river. (772)-215-5828 6884 or 276-0865 PT CHAR, 2/1, all tile, car- port, lanai, nice yard. NP. $850/mo. See 21637 Augus- ta Ave. Call (609) 709-8538 Pt Charlotte PGI Sail Boat Water Homes Some with Pools/Spa's 5 to Choose from $1295. www.PelicanPM.com Lic Broker 941-232-8223 Pt Charlotte. Pool Home (2) 22223 Buffalo Ave. 3049 Conway Blvd. Canal $1295/mo Immed. Occup www.PelicanPM.com Lic Broker 941-232-8223 Pt Char-3/2/2 Wtrfront pool; 2/2/1, 3/2/1& 3/2/2 pools; 3/2/1; $900- $1500/mo. 941-637-6797 Rent-A-Home. PT. CHAR. Beautiful 3/2/2 on 1/4 acre, pool w/lanai. Avail June 1, $1400/mo. 941-815- 5048 or (941)-6244312 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 1210 HOMES FOR RENT 1240 CONDOSNILLAS FOR RENT PT. CHAR. King's Gate G&CC SUNBELT VENICE ISL 1/2 mi from 2002 3/2/2 Community pool beach 2/2 furn. No pets/ 55+, $1200/mo 1st &Sec. MANAGEMENT smok. incl. util. $1200/mo. (941)-321-5155 SERVICES or weekly 941-485-6019 Pt. Charlotte $850/mo VENICE ISL, FURN. 2BR/1BA 3br/lba, W/D. PC 2/2, lanai, condo, Oak Short term rental OK. 21115 Gladis Avenue Forrest, 55+ comm., WIk to beach. $950/mo. www.PelicanPM.com Assoc. Appl..............$600 (941)-365-8769 Lic Broker 941-232-8223 PC 2/2/1 Comm. Pool, $100 App. Fee........$675 Venice Island $1195 Mo Pt. Charlotte Gulf Cove PC, 3/2 Condo, Appl. 300 Alba St. East 13259 Drysdale Ave Fee $700 Remodelled 3br/2 bath 3BR/2BA/2CG Immediate PC 2/2/2 Home, New Immediate Occupancy Occupancy $995 Carpet, Nice Area..$900 www.PelicanPM.com www.PelicanPM.com 3/2/2 Family Rm...$900 Lic. Broker 941232-8223 Lic Broker 941-232-8223 NP 3/2/2 home in Venice Island 2bd/lba new Pt. Charlotte remodeled Jockey Club,..........$900 paint, carpet & tile, 2/2 double carport, NP 3/2/2 Lanai Home, $900/mo. 1st, last & sec. large fl rm, $900/mo. Newer...................$900 No pets. 941-766-1536 2126 Astotta St. Near H.S. PC 3/2/CP Home, Tile, www.PelicanPM.com Renov. Int., Lawn Serv. VENICE ISLAND, 3/2/1, living Lic Broker 941-232-8223 Included ...............$950 rm., family rm., large yard. NP 2/2/2 Home, Tile, Walk to beach & downtown. Pt. Charlotte 4/2/2, canal Spacious, Newly Remod- $1300 mo. (239)-334-8119 view, community pool, tennis eled, small pet........$950 close to shops & beach. DC 3/2/1 home, large VIGA PROPERTY FOR Harborside Real Estate lanai......a............$975 RENT 2 HOMES, 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker NP 3/2/2, new.......$975 NP 3/2/2 new........$975 Laurel 3br or 2br +den, Pt. Charlotte, 3/1, central PC 3/2/2, newly renovat- 2ba pool exc cond & air, newly remodeled, ed $975 location $1500/mo $900/mo. lst/Last/Sec NP 3/2/2, Den......$1000 Osprey 2br/1.5ba, Call (941)223-7801 PC 2/2/2 Villa, Brand super location. New, Lanai, 55+....$1000 $1200/mo Pt. Charlotte, 3/1/CP, work- NP 2/2/2 Home, 55+ (941)-400-4280 or shop, everything is new, 3349 Comm., near 1-75..$1000 488-0141 Lucerne Terr $875/mo. + DC 4/2/2 home, brand $600 deposit (941)426-1317 new, lanai.........:....$1100 WANTED: Property Man Pt. Charlotte, new luxury lake- NP 3/2/2 nice are1100 agement accoutns. Hous front 3/2/2, 1,900 sq. ft., N Ba es, Condo's, Duplex Eng., vaulted ceilings, Corian, tile, NP3au/2sBrandN. 100 Rotonda S. Venice 13 X 23 master suite, glam- Spacious1 4730718 or 8774680667 our bath, huge lanai, $1,350 GC 3/2/2, pool serv. incl our hhuge727)-418-5100 furnished, SWF.....$1100 Waterfront 2/2 + lanai, PC 3/2/2 Pool Home, 607 Via Tripoli. PGI big, Pool Serv. Incl.......$1100 private, sm dog/cat OK. PC 3/2/2 New Suncoast $895/MO. 941-575 7867 Need Cash? Lakes....................$1150 Have A PC 3/2 SWF Pool Home Weichert, Realtors Garage Sale Tile, PoolServ. lncl$1200 Southern Choice NP 3/2/2, pool service 941-613-2300 included................$1250 41-63- NP 3/2/1 FWF Pool Home PUNTA GORDA 3/2, Large Blue Ridge Lake WE HAVE RENTALS! Irg shed, decking on lake, Pool Serv. Incl......$1250 PC 2/2 attached villa..........$700 Tropical Gulf Acres. PC 3/2/1 SWF Pool PC 2/2 clean......................$800 $1350/mo. 941-228-'2950 Home, tile, Pool/Lawn PC 3 bedroom....................900 $1350mn .PG 2 bedroom condo ..........$900 nt Gord I 3// n Service lncluded....$1300 PC 3 bedroom WF, furn.....$900 Punta Gorda Isles, 3/2/2 Canal, PC 3/2/2, spacious, pool, PC 3/2 $1000 Dock, Gulf Access. Lg Lanai. incl. pool serv., SWF, PC 3 bedroom sailboat WF..$1100 Avail immed. Ist/Sec req. dock, tile..............$1475 PG 3/2 villa....................$1200 $1350/mo. 239481-6374. (941) 764-7777 PG 3/2 $1200 or (800) 283-0431 PG 2/2 villa BS Marina........1250 Punta Gorda 283-04 PG 2/2 condo, furn............$1250 Rent to own S. GULF COVE, Beautiful New PG 4/2 $1300 3 BR/1 bath/ Icar gar 4/2, 2200 SF under air. 15 NP 2/2 HeronCreek..........$1350 NP 2/2 Furm. Condo...........$1400 new paint, carpet & min. to beach. Lease or NP 3 bedroom Heron Crk....$1500 central air. 4721 Westwood option. $1600/mo. 239-825-, PC 6 bedroom WF...............$1800 $850/mo 2877 Ann Loewe, Property Mgr. Steve, 941-626-6600 S. Venice 1130 Everest 2/2/2 941-456-6288 Tiled, end porch, shed, fence, Punta Gorda, Cute & clean N/S $1050. Max 151b pet. Yard 1240 CONDOSNILLAS 2bed/lbath, carport, wash- care $50. (941488-9486 FOR RENT er/dryer, furn or unfurn. $750. 941-258-4444 S.VENICE HOME for rent, Mst Suite, 2 bath, garage GROVE CITY,(Englw) 2/2, Punta Gorda. New Home $950/mo + utilities, all tile, totally upgraded. Burnt Store Village 941-586-5285 $875/mo.NICE! 3BR/2BA/2CG, Den, 2 P Office or 4th BR 2 Pool Homes w/River/ 25308 Islas Dr. $1295/mo Gulf Accss in North 2/2 PGI Cose to Fisherans www.PelicanPM.com 3.2 w/open Florida Room, Vil lose to Fishermans Lic Broker 941.232-8223 Boat Dock @6385 Scorpio Vllage.stoor allnew Ave. & 3/2 Rnemodeled @ Boat dock heated pool. Rent or Lease to Own- No Bank 6367 Otis Rd. $1,250/mo $1100/mo. (941)-628-6251 Qualifying. Low money down each 2/2 BIMINI BAY CONDO, great moves you in. Your job is your Lease option available location, private pool com- credit. Lease payment. $1,250- For showing 941-426-1616 plex, $750/mo. F/L/S. NO $1,550/mo. Length of lease 3- P.C Saltwater Home, very PETS. (941)-235-2473 12 mos. Brand new, never lived clean & fresh, 2/2/2+, pool, in. 1,942sf, 4BR/2BA/2CG, $1000+ until nopets/smoke2/2 Condo 2nd floor new tile, 10x12 lanai. Avail Now! Call (701-770-3989 Avail. now! cabinets, appliances. Rudy 231-590-3729 Peachland and Forrest Nel- Saltwater cutie, 2/1/1, bring son Pool, washer,dryer. RENT YOUR HOME your fishing pole & boat. $900 First last-deposit. $800/Mo. OR FIND A RENTAL mo. Annually. Inside laundry. 941-875-1810 SCall (941)223-4008 Nice neighborhood, (941)- Realty Extraordinaire 391-1985 2/2 Condo, Pool, Tennis, SL Rotonda West, No pets, first RENT/EASE TO OWN SO. VEN, 2/1/1CG, Laundry floor avail 6/1 Brand nT w No Port rm, scr. lanai, clean, newer Harborside Real Estate Several avail 3 2/2 carpet, No pets. $950/mo + 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker 1750 sf u/a, close to dep. 941-488-1886 schools & 1-75, 509% of SO. VENICE: 2-3br/2ba, all 2/2 NewVilla For Rent your rent goes towards tiles, partially fenced, high Deep Creek, Frn or Unfr- closing cost after 1 yr. ceilings, clean!! $995/mo. nishedCall NationaVacation- No money dn mortgages 1st, last, sec.. Avail immed. Homes 941 626-9078 avail. 941-661-2499, (941)-266-1991 2/2 PGI 1st floor,heated 781-727-8046 SOUTH VENICE 3/2/1.5 pool,boat dock,15 mins out, Built in 2003. Clean. 1st, Ig.lanai w/hot tub,water incl. last, sec.. 1164 Leeward Rd. $1200/mth 941-661-3987 $1100/mo. 941484-7777 2/2 Promenades West, newly *RIVRWOODn o 941-4684376 remodeled, pool, secure build- ReRWO D South Venice, 2B/1B, Ig yard, ing, $675/mo. 1st & sec., 15 Homes. Furnished or shed. Includes water & lawn (941)456-2524 Unfurhihed, Annualor maint. No pets, annual at Seasonal (941 62-3337 No/mCa p a91)n49249 2/2 Venice Bch Waterfrnt, o 131 3I-60-b1238 80Dock, pool, Mthly June-Jan. i vma rt.bnei:an froate,~t.s c[,J Thomas Ryan 941-412-369. Furnished. Real Estate Mgmt. Inc. Great Location! Must see! POTORNDA /2/2 nnnl W/D 941- 205-2140 www.luckyduckrentals.com $1650 + util. inc Pool/Lawn Svc. F/L/S No Pets/Smokers 941-697-4823 Rotonda Lakes, w/dock & boat 2/2/2 NS, small dog ok.' $950/mo. (941) 457-3010 or (786) 271-2924 Rotonda Le 3/2/1 w/pool P.C., P.G., Deep Creek & North Port ANNUALS Single Family Homes & Condos $775.00 $1700.00 2/2, annual/seasonal, PGI, water front dock, furn/unfurn, dock, storage, washer/ dryer, no pets. (941) 575-8823. 2/2/1 New furnished condo in Triano, Venice, Poss. lease option $1500/mo Call Kathy Ervin Owner/Agent on canal. $1200/mo w/ SEASONALS/ 941-504-2469 pool service. West Coast FURNISHED Prop Mgt. $1400.00 $2000.00 2BR Villa, Waterfront, very 4730718 or 8774680666 VEN. 3/2/2 w/ family room clean, comm pool, Priv view 47307 877460666 VEN. 3/2/2 w/family room, El Jobean, N/S, N/P, $700/ ROTONDA RENT AFFORD- Hourglass Lake Estates. N/P mo. annual (941)-4744065 ABLE Beautiful & spacious $1200 Inc( cable. Avail 6/D 3/2/2,pool home Irg. lanai lst/L/Sec (941)-4934570 2BR/2BA + DEN & GARAGE 3/2/2,pool home Irg. lanai at golf, clubhouse. w/privacy. Very affordable Venice 2/2/2 + family room, Gated, golf, clubhouse. w Brand new $1175/mo. terms. (941)-204-9055 clean, convenient, excellent to own941 781 neighborhood. Annual. Refs. ent to 941-22 Rotonda West 2/2 Condo $1,075/mo. (941)-488-1345 2BR/2BA FURN/UNFURN Ground floor w/D small pet VENICE Condo, $900/mo okay w/ fee Harborside Real VENICE Immaculate incl water & basic cable. Eastate 941-697-7077 Lic 2/2/1 lanai, wood & 1st/L/S (941)-7164361 RE Broker carpet floors, West Coast 2br/2ba/2cg Venice Villa Mint North Port 3/2 No Property Mgt. cond. All fees paid! 131 pets. $1250/mo, 4730718 or 8774680667 Auburn Woods Ci. 1st, last, sec. $1250/mo 941-485-5099 (941)-809-3508 VENICE 2/1/1CG Fireplace, Irg 3 Bedrooms fenced yard, new carpet/tile, 2 Car Garage, North Port 3/2 No fresh paint, across from park. Gated Community, annual pets. $1250/mo, $1000/mo 941483-3036 $1100. 941-773-1447 et $ m' Venice 2br/2ba/2cg Maint 1st, last, setO free, Steps to Comm. pool, 3/2 Villa, in Burnt Store (941)-809-3508 Very nice & clean $1100/mo Isles, Close to 41 & shop- ROTONDA, 2 Nice houses.st/last/sec. (941)-809-5198 ping, $1300. (239)-465- 2/2/2 & 3/2/2 w/ pool. Can VENICE 3/2 W/D, nice deck, 5934 or (239)-404-1138 be furn. Flex. leases. Starting fenced yard w/swing set, nice ABOUT TIME!. CLEAN & @ $1150/mo 941-223-4781 clean home. $1100/mo QUIET, no dep. Pool, 2B/2B, (941)-234-6537 fully furn. overlooks Deep ROTONDA GREAT LEASE creek golf course. NP, NS, OPTION! Up to 50% of rent VENICE GARDENS 2BR/1BA, Creek golf course. NP, NS. applied to purchase. 5 houses sunroom/carport, $900/mo 55+ area. Avail. Oct., Nov., to choose from. 941-2234781 1st, last & security. Dec.'06.$995.330-7931045 (941)-492-6698 VENICE GARDENS, 2/2/1, Advertise in completely renovated, $875/ Advertise in The Classifieds! mo.st/Lst/Sec (941)-493- The Classifieds! 6990 o (941)-468-6571 II I PC SandhillPines/Kings Hy.2/1..........$625 OC Deep Ck Gadens, 2/2, lst.fI.,1,,,,,,700 PC Lakes Edge 2/2,lanai,2nd, 11.........$750 DC Fainway Villas 2/2, 1s.ll, nice view$750 PC Sandhill Pines/Kings Hqi,2n2 nice...$750 DOC Heritage Lakes, 2/2, lakeview.,,,,,,,,,$750 PC Oaks III & IV, 22 312..... $75 $795 EN Rottnda Riverhouse 11, st.fl....I$775 PC Newport 2/2 laai, 2nd, flrelevalr...$800 DC San Christ0bal 212 gllf couse view$800 PC Herilae Oaks 2/2 32....... 5,: 0 900 1240 CONDOSNILLAS FOR RENT New condo 2/2 w/den. Covered prkg. Heritage Lake Park $950 /mo Lease Susan, Century 21 Almar &Assoc 941-3800041 New villa in B.S.I, 2/2/2 w/den, incl. cable,' pool, club- house. 1st. & sec. $1,100 mo. N/S, N/P 941-380-8133 GET RESULTS - USE CLASSIFIED! North Port brand new 3br/2ba maint-free villa, in gated comm, close to schools & shopping. $1100/mo. (941)-504-1620 NP Sable Trace Condo. 1240 CONDOSNILLAS FOR RENT SEC-15, GORGEOUS 3/2/2 Built 2002, on 2 Beautiful lot on city sewer/water. MLS 631175 $245,000 2/2/2 Large Family room, quiet neighborhood, must see. MLS: 634934 Lakeside Plantation, Amazing corner unit villa with lakeview 2/2/2 + den, lots of upgrades, MLS: 629606 $255,000 Lakeside Plantation Villa, SGreat inside unit 2/2/2 + Den, MLS:633445 $219,900. NP akesidPlantatif, Thse,3/2 00 u course vew, new //I Call Denyse Sneddon Cell: rLaea se,.. + den, clubhouse, pool, 941-457-2754 or 941- NPColOnyalSableiTrace2/2/ new.$900 gated. Call (941-625-4717 629-5591 RE/MAX PALM PGI Mondavi Bay 3/2 Villa.,............$ 200 NP Sable Trace, brand new. REALTY CALUEMAIL FOR LIST OF ALL RENTALS 2/2/1 w/study, lanai, pets SHORT TERM FURNISHED UNITS AVAIL neg. $900/mo. + uti., 1st & The Preserve @ Windward last. Bob (765)-453-5068 10055 Links Ln. 3/2/2 ATHENS TOWNHOUSE fitness and clubhouse. 2/1.5 Luxury living in a rental OSPREY MIDRISE Pine Hollow #111 2/2 unit, 3 Blks. from Venice pub- Easy convenient living. furnished. lic beach. (941)-485-7645 Clean, light, bright, 2br/2ba, Foxwood 2/2 pool 55+ Brand new Villa, unfurn., lanai, garage, storage, pets ok. 2/2/2 w/family room, pool, spa ,tennis, exercise. Quails Run 1/1.5 pool 55+ $1200/mo., (941)223-8439 From $1200 incl water/cable. Surfside Realty Inc. or (941)496-7597 No smoke. 941-966-9763 941-473-4050 or (941)-496-7597 www.surfsiderealty.net BURNT STORE MARINA, P.C. Off Kings Hwy, 2/2, laun- luxury 2B +den, furn, view dry. 1st fir. Pool, Tennis. VENETIAN FALLS BRAND of Char. Harb $1900 $775/mo. 1st, Last & Sec. NEW 2BD/Den/2BA. mo. (239)-825-7777 No pets. 941-624-5967 6 mos mmin.. $1300/mo Sunshine Realty 941-685-0054 DEEP CREEK 2/2, lanai, P.G.I. Waterfront Condo, 2/2 1,000 sf. newly remodeled, Seasonal or Annual. Boat lift VENICE 2/2, on the beach, cath. ceil., tile, wood cab., incl. Furn/unfurn. Like new. pool, cable & H.O.A fee paid, granite, new appl., 1st., last + N/P. $1350/mo (941-2234781 No pets. Lease to own. sec., Ann. $850 & $895/mo. 720-2446020 Pets neg. (941) 661-4539 P.G.I.- 2/2/1 2nd floor VENICE ISL 2/2 CONDO DC new condo lakeview, unit w/elevator, pool, Comp. furn. NP/NS, 2nd fl. Bal- 2/2/Den, 1st. fl. pool, cov. clubhouse, tennis, gated. cony, laundry, Cov'd pking. 3-6 pkg., nr. G.C., $950 mo, 1st., $1200. mo. + Sec. mths ok. $825. 941480-9354 last, sec. (941)-626-6174 (239)-210-1521 VENICE ISLAND 2/2 lanai, DEEP CREEK 2 story twn- 1st floor, furn., $850/mo housDEEP CREEK 2 story town- PARK PLACE ESTATES Cable/Water/sewer incl. No house, 2 master uites, bal- Brand new 2/2 villa with 2 pets/smokers. 941-497-6648 cony, lanai, lake view, comm. car gar., tile floors, granite pool. $975 monthly/ yearly. counters, all appliances. VENICE, 2br/2ba +den, Call (941)-661-5388. $1,400 mo. Call'Terry, garage.No smoke/pets DEEP CREEK 2/2 w/den, on Dynamic Realty $1,100/mo; Or For Sale golf course. $900/mo. (941)- (941) 624-3822 $255K (941)416-6662 255-5954 Venice, Casa D' Amici condo 2B DEEP CREEK condo, 2 2 PC 2 1ST FODS w/den/2B/1G&1P. Brand new, plus den, lakeono, l, 2/2 1ST FLOOR all appliances, downstairs, lake- across.from golf course, CALL FIVE STAR REALTY front, clubhouse w/ many LFIVE STAR REALTY amenities. Close to shopping, $800/mo + until. 1st, last, (941)-637-6116 Nopets,Annualat$1,300/mo. sec. Call (941)-662-5544 No pets, Annual at $1,300/o. PC 1/1, with appl., pool, Call (941)492-4494 DEEP CREEK, 2/2, 2nd floor, 3100 .Harbor Blvd., 850 sq. VENICE, Plantation G&CC lakeview. Brand new, $800. ft. 6 mo min. $650/mo. No 2br/2ba, turnkey furn. condo. no pets, 1st & sec. (941-255- pets. Call 815-341-9185 Annual or seasonal. 0304 S / ceramicPC. Condo 55+, 2/2 fully (941)-376-1025 Deep Creek, i2/2, ara furn. Pool & amenities! Near VENICE, Plantation villa, 2/2, tile, w/d, lakeview quiet aea, Cultural Center & Hospitals. fum, annual, N/P, N/S, $1200/ pool, no pets, no smoking $750. mo. (941)-625-5783 mo Marian Metz, REMAX/First $800 mo. (941)-276-4153 Edgewater Village 2/2an PC Oaks III, 2/2, nicely fur Choice (941)-726-2799 Edgewater Village 2/2, lanai pc, o s '"* 2 e^ p" - fully furnished remodeled w/ nished, 1st. Fl., near pool 12 TOWNHOUSES new appliances 2nd floor pool $795/mo. N/P, N/S (941)- 1280TOWNHOUSES laundry, amenities. $950 mo. 629-9591 or (941) 204-5033 FOR RENT N/S N/P. 941-639-4074 PGI GRAND COVE. LUXURY VIiAPA EMERALD POINTE BRAND-NEW 3/2 PCEUUSTATES fVI .La.e- condos/villa furnished, 1,2 WATERFRONT W/DOCK view. 55+, 2/2 Top of the 3 & 4 bedroom. Pools, ten- $1700/MO line upgrades, SS appliances, nis, gated, boat slip. Awe- CALL FIVE STAR REALTY Granite counters. Annual some waterfront views. Bring (941)-637-6116 $1300/mo. Avail. 9/01/06 suitcase. (941)-626-3350 PGI new designer 2 bedrm, Call Pam (505)-797-4094 Eng/Rotonda 2/2, furnished den, 2 bath, canal front, sun- /unfurnished mo. to mo., no set views over estuary, 1300 DUPLEXES pets $950 mo. Avail 6/1 941- $1200. (941)-376-1663 FOR RENT 255-1042 or 908472-3323 PI Windjammer, Ig 2/2 ENGL Rotonda West 55+ condo, N/P, N/S, waterview, 2 Bed/1 Bath/Laundry, Liv- Leased Villas, 99 holes of dock, decorator furnished. ing/Dining Combo/Fully public golf, 10 mins to $1200/mo. 941-833-8910 Remodeled, S. Punta Gorda, shops. 2br/2ba + 2 car Avail. May 1, 2006, 1st. & last atth'd gar. Charming lanai. PGI, Vivante, harbor front months plus security- $1170/yr lease. New '04- condo, 3/2.5, 2348 sf. $856/mo + utilities. (941) '05, Call 941-697-2525 $2500/mo, Lake Front, 2/2, 628-9390 1712 sf, $1750/mo Stock ENGLEW, Manasota Key, bch Realty, (239)-444-1241. 2/1, new tile, air, applil- access, 2/1.5, FURN, incl ances & paint. W/D hook cable & wtr. N/P. $960, up. Side A Available Now & short term or annual. (719)- Side B ready June 15th. 661-6803 or (719)-488-3088 PGI, 2/2 on Canal. Short term 10459 Kidron Ave., Engle- Englewood New Oak Forest rental. Available Immediately. wood. $850/mo. 1st, Last Villa, 2/2 + den. Immediately Utilities included. No pets. & $500 security. Call available. $1300/mo. nego- 941)-575-1670 Wendy (941)234-6954. tiable. Call (941)-870-0600 PLACIDA- 2BR/2BA golf 3/2/2 W/D, all appl., lyr. ENGLEWOOD WATERFRONT course condo w/pool, cable lease. min., $1500/mo. 2/2 furn condo 55+ gated- incl. No pets. $1240/mo. Call Cathie 941-625-5602 pool-tennis-dock nr beaches, (941)350-1288 or 941-743-3336 shopping N/S, N/P 1st-last- PORT CHARLOTTE: Fur- Arcadia 2br/lba, w/d, sec $1100/mo plus utilities. nished 2BR/2BA condo, in hookups, central a/c, range, 941-474-6511 Oaks IV. All util., paid 6 refrig., ceiling fans. 216 N. or941-475-8492 month lease. Call (813)- Manatee Ave. $725 1st, last FORREST PARK 2/2 w/ 719-7719. & sec., (727)3724918 garage, storage rm,-pool, ten- DEEP CREEK 2/2 carport, nis, quiet, no pets $800/mo Pt. Charlotte Condos (3) DEEP CREEK 2/2 carport, ,plus (941)-662-0098 Furnished/Unfurn. 55+ tile, lanai, quiet area. plus (94662-0098750. m. cc $800/mo. 1st & Sec deposit. HARBORWALK CONDO www.PelicanPM.com (9410-661-6538 downtown Punta Gorda Lic Broker. 941-232-8223 3/2.5, 2200 SF, tile floors, E ENGL Molhern-law unit gorgeous riverfront view Pt. Charlotte 2/1 Condo pool, IJnturn 2,1.5. Liv rm & $1575/mo., unfurnished tennis, no pets Din rm, Kit:chen. Uhl rm, annual. Carole Borgstrom Harborside Real Estate A'D nkup, Lanai. quiet Coldwell Banker 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker residential area NI'P. NS. 941-456-0645 Punta.Gorda Call For More Annual S3,00,mo Incl HERITAGE LAKE 2/2 new 3/2 (PGI) Furn'd, $1500/mo. ..'ater. seer & lawn 1st floor lake view 2/2 (PGI) Furn'd. $1100/mo. 5900, Security washer/dryer $850.00 1:941) 637-6797 Rent-A-Home (941)-47 5 9000 Lv. Msg. 954-920-4079 786-553-4549 PUNTA GORDA ISLES ENGLEWOOD/ROTONDA, Beautiful, 2BR/2BA, 2 COTTAGE ON CANAL, 2/1, Heritage Lake Villa, 2nd fir., lanais, washer/dryer, pool, LANAI, INCL W/D & LAWN pvt. elev. 3/3/2 + office, boat dock, cov. parking. MAINT. NO PETS. $775/MO. Great M/D apt. Overlooks $900/mo. (941) 626-7302 941-460-9403 lake, pool, club house, tennis courts, $1400. 575-2522, Punta Gorda, 3/2/1 + den, ENGLEWOOD 2/2, 11247 cell 456-91.14. 1st floor, Hurricane Code Win- Pendleton Ave. Remodeled. dosVos -'1oiK10 NI'. ("-+acocuoun ,olni- dows/Doors, Pool. NS NP. JUST $950 for big harbor $1100mo. incl. water, refuge view in PGI, walk to Fisher- & cable. (941)-639-6602 men's Village. ALSO 3/2/1 PGI new condos w/dock, pool Sabal Trace Dr. North Port, & spa. Call for seasonals new 2BR condo, 1st floor, 1 Anchor Realty 800-898-7353 car gar. Amenities. (3170-285- Lake Suzy lakeside, furn. 9494 or(317)440-9929. 2BR/2BA pool. June thru Nov. $900/mo. Jan, Feb & Mar. $1800/mo. (941)-769-1111 LAKEFRONTVILLA Near Gulf Need beach, gated w/ammenities. 2/2/2+ Fam. rm. Annual $900 Unfurn. (973)-222-1418 C ash? NEW 3 bed- 2.5 bath condo Great Charlotte Harb. Idcation Resort amenities H ave A Fully furnished V covered parking $1,950 per mon. G arage includes water G arage Info call (941)613-1738. NEW 3/2/2, Villas at Sale Sabal Trace II gatedSa community. $950/mo. 941-626-8826 Grear location. /775/mo. Please call 248421-8601 ENGLEWOOD, COZY 2/1 on canal, W/D hook-up. No pets. $700/MO Lawn maint incl. 1st/L/Sec (941)-460-9403 ENGLEWOOD- newly remod- eled 2br/lba. new tile & paint. $800/mo. 11103-B Kimberly Av. (941)-286-1069 GULF COVE: 2BR/1BA, $700 month plus utilities, and $800 security. Call 732-904-5790 between 5pm 7pm daily. Harbor Heights, all new 2/2, $800 mo., annual lease, No pets. 1st., last, + sec. (941)- 235-1212 HARBOUR HEIGHTS DUPLEX 2/2 $900/MO CALL FIVE STAR REALTY (941-637-6116 NOKOMS 2/1/Carport. incl. cable & water. Walk to beach, Laund. fac., no smoking/pets. $895/mo. 941-488-6565 oulludyy l ldY40 9UV j FIVGI IN I~r ~ I I Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified PDon FR I 04 r '-' 1300 DUPLEXES FOR RENT Only $650/month Port Charlotte 2/1 new car- pet and paint, quiet loc. Call 941-219-3547 P.C., Hbr. Hghts. large remod- Seled 2BR duplex, water/lawn incl. No pets. $865/mo. + Sec. (941)-426-5884 PGI Fourplex on Water w/lanai 2/2 w/washer/dryer hookup $825. Ist/last/sec. 239-939-7499 For application Punta Gorda, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, central air & heat, tile throughout. Washing machine + dryer hook up. $725 mo. Small 2BR/1.5 BA, $625/ mo. (941)-639-2823 S. VENICE large studio inlaw Sapt w/gar. One person.only, no dogs/smoke, $550/mo Ist/Lst/Sec. (941)-626-3047' 1320 APARTMENTS FOR RENT ENGLEWOOD 1 BEDROOM Quiet, safe, central area. References. $600/mo, water incl. (941)-223-1809 Englewood Beach area, One SBedroom furn. Beach & Bay Easements. incl. utilities. $875/mo. Annual Lease. No Spets. Englewood Realty, Inc. 941-474-6000 ENGLEWOOD furn/unfurn 1 & 2BR's, No pets. $675-$950/mo. 941-484-9034 Englewood, 2br/lba, Maltz Ave. $800/mo. (941)-313-0866 ENGLW, 2/1, until rm, w/d hookup. VERY NICE!. N/S. Background check req $700/ mo. +Sec. (941)-473-1702 HERON COVE APTS OF ENGLEWOOD (off Dear- bom) SPACIOUS 2BR WITH DEN OR 3BR, HTD. POOL, GAZEBO, STENNIS COURT, CLOSE TO BEACH & WALKING DISTANCE TO PUBLIX &WALGREENS SM. PETS & FAMILIES ARE WEL- COME. RENT STARTING AT S$875/mo. 941-473-0450 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS ISLAND OF VENICE STUDIO ST FLOOR S675. 1ST & SECURITY r NO PETS. 941-488-6666 S Lovely 3BR, 2BA, 2 car, ZERO DOWN PAYMENT. FREE RECORDED MESSAGE r 1-800-653-0155 ext 128. Prudential FL WCI Realty. MANASOTA KEY- steps to Sthe beach lbr/lba apt util incl. $270/wk. Long term S(941)-716-3660 N. Port aredalBR Completely furnished all util incl, $250/wk., Call Roger (9411- 429-9791 or (941)661-2020 N.P. Furn. 1/br mo/mo, Priv. entry, utl incl. $800/mo sm dep. 426-5223 Sm. pet okay NOKOMIS furn/unfurn 1BR/1BA, walk to beach. No pets. $700-$800/mo. 941-484-9034 P. C. Re-Opening post Charley 2/1 apts. 900 sf. All new appliances, tile, screened lanias, 1st or 2nd floor, 2 blocks from Harbor. Starting at $725. mo. (941)-391-1559 Port Charlotte, $775/mo. immaculate 1/1, walk to beach, utilities incl. Furn/ Queen bed. 941-276-0136. Punta Gorda. 1BR, Florida rm. & patio on Riverside Dr. Quiet area Many extras. $475 mo. 239-734-2020 Advertise in The Classifieds! 1320 APARTMENTS FOR RENT PUNTA GORDA/ For Rent Brand new 1 bedroom resort cottages. Unfurnished, $750. mo, Furnished $850. mo + utilities, incl. Appliances, Com- munity pool, spa, laundry, boat ramp. Convenient loca- tion off Burnt Store Rd. Max. 2 person occupancy. Non smok- ing/small pet with extra deposit & $25.00 mo. fee. 1st, Last, & Sec. 6 mo. lease. Call (941)-639-3978 Riley Chase Apartments 1, 2 & 3 BDRM APTS APPLY NOW Pool, Spa, Free After School program, Fit- ness & Business Center Call 941-429-9799 ROTONDA WEST 2/2 w/ pool. No pets $800. (941)-809-3508 S VENICE, lbr/lba semi furn $750/mo incl. elect. water & basic cable Immed. nrri in 1 t P 1I4nd l;>ni ip /-WOODMERE ' APARTMENTS OF VENICE Spacious 1 & 2 BR's 7 luxury Floor Plans Immediate Occupancy SPrivate Entries 9' Ceilings W/D's Available Screened Lanais w/Storage Newly Remodeled Pool, Clubhouse and 24 hr Fitness Center Flexible Lease Terms 3900 Woodmere Park Blvd Off Jacaranda Between Hwy 41 & 1-75, X193 Next to Woodmere Park 941-496-4161 r 1340 MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT CUTE 1 BEDROOM WITH DEN .2 baths small pet okay grove city near shopping and beach. Harborside Real Estate 941-697-7077 Lic RE Broker P.CH: Furn 2/2, gated golf course 55+ community, avail thru Dec., $550/mo. + elect. (412)580-9469 P.G., 1BDRM/1BA w/ lanai in 55+ Park. All amenities includ- ed. $575. mo. 1st & Last (941).575-9365 PC Harbor Lakes 1 bedroom resort cottages, furn., com- munity pool, spa, tennis & laundry. 2 person occupancy, non smoke, small pets okay w/dep., & $25/mo. fee. $750/mo + elec., 1st. last & sec., 6mo lease. Background check req., (941)-624-4511 PELICAN PERCH RV, 2- lbdrm mobile homes, $475/$500. mo. $400. sec. No pets. Call (941)-639-4412 PG 5450 MAZE DR. 3/2 $850/MO CALL FIVE STAR REALTY (941)-637-6116 PG, 3BR/1BA on 3 lots Not in a Park! (941)-629-3672 PG: New 2bd/lba 14'x60' 814 Villaview Dr. Off 17. Al Appl $750/Mo,First, Last, Sec. 1-626-9606 PUNTA GORDA, 3/2 $950 /mo. $3000. lease purchase, private property, appls. incl. Call 352-527-6465. 1350 EFFICIENCIES FOR RENT ADJACENT TO BEACH. Venice Island. Furnished. 1 & 2 room efficiencies. Monthly 941-485-9602 FLAMINGO MOTEL. Efficiency suites, pool, cable, $29.95 daily & up. 941-286-6511, 639-7750 or 239-357-3319 N. Port efficiency, on-site laundry, kitchenette, cen- tral air, nice & clean, good neighborhood, Back- ground check. $500/mo. or weekly $175 (941)-743-7485 N. PORT totally furn. cute, priv. safe & clean effic. cot- tage. Incl. all util. No Pets. $700./mo. (941)-356-2289. NOKOMIS- FURNISHED studio. Avail. May-Nov. 3 mth min. Utilities incl. $250/dep. $200/wk. (941)-484-3656 TROPICAL BAY INN MOTEL Char. Harbor Waterfront, 2 rm suite, furn., full kit, sofa, 27" TV, cable, sep. rm w/qn. bed. wkly rates 941-625-3004 Mhni.:- W-1-. Pnrh1- CPffrionr $450/mo., incl. util. Dep. Req. NS. Available now. (941)-235-1974 Iv. message P.C. Clean & quiet, $155/wk. 6r $600/mo includes utilities, furnished. References. (941)- 743-3070 or 941-740-2565 P.G Hwy. 17. Full house privilege's, utilities incl., $100 weekly, 1st & last. 941-626-3230 PC 2/1/1 Rooms for Rent $150/wk or $550/mo includes utilities $400 Dep. Req. Call (941)457-1816 PC off Orlando, full house priv- ileges., includes.' utilities, $100/wk, No pets, (941)-625- 4061 PC, furn. rm for clean resp. person, $125. wk. until. incl. Call for details. (941)-815- 2580 or (813)-997-7233 (cell) PG Clean, furn.,cable, phone, until. incl: $125 wk. 2-3 BR apt. $325 wk. No Pbts (941)-639-1089 or (239)-229-5228 Port Charlotte furnished room for rent. Centrally locat- ed, private entrance, including util., cable and house privl. $150/week. $300 dep., 456-0619 or 769-4631 Punta Gorda older home, hard wood firs., private ba., Ig kitchen, air, laundry & cable $600/mo. (941)-585-9563 VENICE, RESPONSIBLE MALE kitchen priv, N/S, N/D. $500/mo. uti. incl. +Sec dep. Tom (941)497-4609 1370 RENTALS TO SHARE 2BR/2BA VENICE (Seminole) house to share w/full house priv. Avail. now. $550/mo. +1/2 util. (941)-492-3762 FEMALE House mate wanted to share 2/2/1 in 55+ park across from Walmart in Engl. Priv. Bd/Bath, all util. Incl. phone, web, W/D, park amen. R&B $600/mo 1st/Last Must like dogs. (941)-473-3517 Murdock, Lg. rm, house privileges, ns/np, $600/mo. util. & cable incl. 1st, last & $300 sec. (941)-223-3848 NORTH PORT- FURNISHED room w/house privileges. Starting at $400/mo + partial util. 1st & sec. 941-625-0800 PORT CHARLOTTE $125/WK. 1st & last. Bedroom, bath, refrig., den w/TV, for working female. Call (941)-766-8012 Wanted Female to share 45 & up 3BR/2BA home, full privledges, incl utilities $550/mo. (941)-484-3086 1390 VACATION/SEAS RENTALS 1390 VACATION/SEAS RENTALS Absolutely Fabulous! 2/2 w/loft, open water views, prof. decorated in '06, olympic htd. pool, wk., mo. or longer. (941)-457-0727 AVAIL. GULF BEACHFRONT Venice Island Condo's Effs. & lbr. Turnkey furn.; Pool, Wk/Mo/Ann. 941-485-7967 trudypage@h6tmail.com ADJACENT TO BEACH. Venice Island. Furnished. 1 & 2 room eff's Off Season Monthly 941-485-9602 BURNT STORE MARINA, luxury 2B +den, furn, view of Char. Harb $1900 mo. (239)-825-7777 Englewood Fully furnished 3BR/2BA/2CG, saltwater canal, boat lift, 1.5 miles from beach, pool, $800/wk or $3,000/mo. (866)420-8804 North Port New, 3BR/2BA Furnished. Non-smokers, no pets. $2500/mo. For details. 941-493-0623 Port Charlotte 3/2, nice home, available monthly, $1500 month + security deposit. (941)-628-0604 VENICE ISLAND, condo on canal w/2 baths, ideal for cou- ple, htd pool on Gulf. Seasonal at $2500/mo (203)-375-4151 VENICE ISLAND- Beach condo 1/1, furnished, newly decorated. Beach front, htd pool, no pets. 1 mo mih. 941-485-9056 1420 WANTED TO RENT GARAGE for car in the vicinity of PGI. (941)-833-5510 1500 LOTS & ACREAGE 1500 LOTS & ACREAGE 1515 WATERFRONT CHEAP vacant land North Port Lot SALTWATER canal lot. Breath throughout Florida. Fitzgerald Rd. Water&Sewer taking view. Cleared. Sewer & www.lotvestors.com First $75,000 takes it! water & seawall. 2 min. out (786)-269-5643 or Possible Owner Financing $212,000. Chris 204-9400. Espanol (786)344-3278 561-251-1102 UNBELIEVABLE WATERFRONT Deep Creek oversized lot. North Port lots for sale N.PORT Direct access, filled & City water & sewer. Seller please call (941)484-4010 cleared, city water/sewer. motivated. Must' see!! leave message with fax $195,000 (941-698-9828 or Great Deal! 941-815-0382 and E-Mail address (941)-423-2794 DEEP CREEK, Beautiful for more info. cleared residential lot in gated 1520 OUT OF TOWN community. Sewer & water. PROFITABLE VENTURE, 1/4 Ready to build! $75,000. acre lot in Port Charlotte, with LOTS (732)-828-1559 Iv. msg. access to gulf. Will build to No Brokers Please. suit. Homes from OCALA, FL. Beautiful, Wood- $600,000 & up. May choose ed lots for sale in prestigious DENSITY UNITS for sale. your builder. Call 888-270- 65 home adult community. $4500 each. Call if inter- 7653 or cell 813494-4867 Gated, fenced, clubhouse, ested! (941)-240-2518 PT. CHAR'S Cheapest Resi- pool, amenities & walking DESOTO ACREAGE dential lot. Priced below mrkt, shopping & estaurant cose 34 acres zoned A-5, corner of $29,775. Owner must sell by. Call 8opr654-3333 Albritton & Koch, close to now! 888-363-1668 TCHT RE by. Cal 8 - Kings Hwy., working orange I grove. $25K per acre REDUCED 30K 1530 COMMERCIAL LOT financing avail. Will parcel out. DEEP rI'EE .:,ill C;.omm Ft. Ogden area, 21,5 acres, One of only a few golf READY! Site Plan and SWFMD zoned RMF-6 for 129 units, course lots left. Cleared, all Approved for 2800 SF Big. $1,300,000. Owner 941- utilities and ready to OPI Lot, on Hwy 776 (Engle- 661-5,316. build,$119,000. Other golf wood Isles area.) $225,000. and waterfront lots avail in Lg. adjacent residential lot in irt' ; 1PGI, BSI, SGC, ROTO Call rear also available. Bill Sturek, (941)-626-7682 Mary BethWilson, DUPLEX Lot in Peace River Sun Coast Real Estate Preferred Properties, Shores, P.G. with its own com- Realtor, (1416- 9, munity uncrowded boat ramp ROTONDA MEADOWS Realtor, (941416-3829 and pool, cleared, filled, Lot For Sale By Owner. 12 priced 'well below market Cypress Court (block 33, lot 1600 BUSINESS FOR value for quick sale. (941) 13) $50'sobo. 319-754-0419 SALE 423-7773, (941) 815-8000. or write to' Florida Lot For SE d l 3 i ale, c/o 1019 N. 6th. St, BUY/SELL/VALUATIONS Englewood lots 3 in a row Burlington, IA. 52601-4827 VR Business Brikers scrub jay area $26,900. VR Business Brkers Buy one or all; BLK 1773, SOUTH GULF COVE Fort Myers, Naples Lots 10-12. Across from CLEARED LOT. STEAL!!! Port Charlotte water. Owner Finan. $59,000. 941-627-5565 561-338-1890 x362. 941-322 4118 www.vrfla.biz Englewood lots 3 in a row TROPICAL GULF ACRES Boat Lift Maintenance & scrub jay area $26,900. Large Lot: 100-125, corner of Repair. Turnkey. Tons of busi- Buy one or all. BLK 1773, Aloha Dr. & Green Gulf Blvd. ness. Well est. in Lee & Char- Lots 10-12. Across from $49,500. (239) 989-6083. lotte counties. Customers & .... -contrac-s-in piece. mci.-1rusr, RETIREE WANTING TO RENT water. Owner Finan. Annually furnished, lbr condo 561-338-1890 x362. in Venice beg. 8/1. Excellent FSBO oversized corner references. (941)488-7105 lot, partially cleared. Convenient location. 1500 LOTS & ACREAGE pc (941)-255-3012 (5) Gulf-Cove Lots, No Hidden in the heart of Port scrub J. Central Water Charlotte is beautiful STONE $29,000 $34,900 Sin- GATE. A small, very private, gles Doubles and over- gated community. Over' sized corner lots. (2) Side 29,000 sq. ft. Best location. by Side Englewood Lots. Huge greenbelt behind. Noth- $49,900 each. No scrub j. ing else like it. Water & sewer. Central water. Rotonda Finance available, $199,000 Cleared oversized cul-de- I"l l-'6 `42-1 3 sac w. water & sewer LANDVESTMENTS $68,OOOTey Long 941- TEL: (941)484-4010 474-2897 ext. 127 RE/MiX FAX: (941)412-3286 Bayde Bingadfes LOTS IN NORTH PORT LOT 14 Firebrand St.. 100% FINANCING* 10,000sf w/green belt *Rotonda Lakes 186 Arch at rear $46K Water/Sewer- $39,900 LOT 22 Dunmsmuir Rd., *Rotonda Heights, Cougar 12,500sfoversize on comer$46K Oversize,90'x60 LOT 5 Bonet Ave.. 1.2 Acres Multi Family 10,000sf hear Atwater Dr. $46K Water/Sewer $525,000 LOT 5 Linda Dr.. Possible Owner Financing 24,016sf on canal Lagoon Si I > r, Waterway $95K ifidi 38&39:Andalusia St, ( 4occup. 1st & last required. Venice Island Beach Efticiency (941)-488 (941)-228-6351 Furn, kitchen,' olympic size 1BR & STUDIO pool, elect, cable & phone incl. UNFURNISHED, SOUTH VENICE Wkly/Mthly (941)-716-3025 AVAILABLE MAY 1ST. Lrg. studio. Furnished, clean. Jacuzzi tub. No pets. Lease Options avail! $660/mo. 941-493-8383 1360 ROOMS www.hossbroker.com FOR RENT Hoss (9411-468.0852 TOLEDO CLUB Wthypayrerthenyoucanon? APARTMENTS BEDROOM, BATH, CABLE TV EAGE MORGGE EPT North Port Kitchen priv. Male preferred. 1/1, $595 mo, 1/1 Sunshine Quiet/Safe Concrete Non smoker. -Villas, $695 mo. Newly reno- Construction Reasonable. 941-497-5927 vated 1/1 apts. central a/c, 12 Luxuries Floor Plans CLEAN & SOBER Recovery $655 mo. Pt. Charlotte, 1st., Studio 2 Bedrooms Housing in PC. Men & last, security. Wilson Realty, BRAND NEW Phase Women. If interested in (941)-629-6624 With Unique 1 Bed/Loft sobriety (941)-624-3748 And Studio Apt. Homes 22278 vick st aptl03 Elevators, W/D's, Lanas, ENGL 1 single rm fum, prvt APARTMENT FOR RENT! Newly Remodeled ent, satellite, a/c, $125/wk r 2 bathrooms 2 bedrooms liv- Pool, Clubhouse and incl. all utilities 941-258-5486 ing room kitchen $800/mo 24 hr Fitness Center or 941-258-5248 ElJobean Sph#786-853-5366 Flexible Lease Terms Engi furnished, cable & util 2515 Myrtle Ave, PG 3500 Island Club Drive inc $400/mo, 1st, last, $200 Myrtle Gardens Quadplex Off Toledo Blade Blvd sec dep, Pets ok, no drugs or w/pool, spacious two-BR's Between Hwy 41 alcohol 941-544-2754 available. $700/mo. rent & 1-75, X179 ENGL. FURISHED ROOM with 575-2355 / 637-6579 Next to Bobcat Village ENGL FURNISHED ROOM with 941-423-6600 private bath, all house priv, 2BR/1BA, E. Englewood pool $550/mo. Incl. utilities. duplex, on time rent $750, (941)-276-5699 $1000 security. 'No pets. i[ j i i '. Large Bdrm, private bath,util.. Avail. now. (9411-769-1163 .,. .,,'. incl, pool. $95/wk. Looking for male roommate. (941)- Boundary Blvd. 2BR/2BA 828-0229 1/1 pool, tennis, sauna VENICE 2BR/2BA furnisheda Lrg lanai, 50+, sm..pet ok. N. Port room in new house 2-2/1 on canal, Sm pet ok Yearly lease. $695/mo w/pool. All hse privdg. 2/2 pool w/d (941-496-4104 $450/mo lst&$100.sec. 1/1 Olive St. Venice Gardens Studio, (941)-240-6478 Surfside Realty Inc. Clean, remod. $650/mo. NOKOMIS- Furnished room for 941-473-4050 incl. elec, water, cable/hs rent, share bath. www.surfsiderealty.net intrnt, comm pool N/P, N/S, Call for details full bkgrnd ck, 1 yr lease, (941)-484-7710 CHARLOTTE HARBOR NEW Ist/Ist/sec.- 1 i--1 i 11ill4 1 BR., unfurn., c/h/a, fans, North Port Furnished Rm. Pri- no pets. $695/mo.. VENICE ISLAND- 1/1, Close to vate bath, $150.a week, 941-916-5701 or 918-2078 downtown & beach, scr. 941-423-0322 porch. Annual $525/MO. 1.5 TNG--"Sltcid s 2/2, living :month sec.(941)-488-2613' NORTH PORT w/ POOL fh'-kitch Lnai,,,. l25wk, house priv; ' 1200sf,,new flooring. N/P. ei'o Ilm: i.a bh aL, 1lst No utilities. Female pref. $875 + until. 1 yr Ise & sec. floor, D/W, 2 mi. to beach walk' 941-661-793 941-697-9254, to shops $760/mo annual. No pets. 941-928-7828 P.C. Small room, furnished. Want Land? Residential Commercial, A'laer V rr.:.n you name it, we have it! Start- ing at $2 : ,IC .1,:,1 contracts in place, incl. trailer, tools, promo items & invento- ry. E ri:'.u: inquire- unll, Hube incciTi- pi:'-leni '2 ' (941)-235-2822 Comm..Rlty. R-t.71I WATER FRONT with dock Advertise i and mature trees in upscale The Classifieds! comm, room for a DW, 2 min. to open water in Punta Gorda, priced $20K below market value 'for quick sale. (941) CLEANING SERVICE 423-7773, (941) 815-8000. Established, lucrative with premiere clientele. Price WOODED LOT vith no reduced only $150,000. Call neighbors on either side or for details Mary Beth Wilson, back. Upscale homes Preferred Properties Realty . across street. JUST (941)-484-6279 REDUCED TO $43,900. MLS# 624891 Ice Cream Parlor/Soda LARGE LOT. 13,450 sq. ft. Quiet street on end of cul-de-sac. Pie shape. Lots of new homes. Asking $57,900. MLS# 630400 LOT IN FAST GROWING Fountain w/full Sub Shop, seats 49. A must see! Make offer! 941-223-1406 Kitchen & Bath Business for sale (941)-626-5196 1600 BUSINESS FOR SALE 1620 COMMERJ INDUST. PROP. WIRELESS.BUSINESS Estab- ARCADIA HWY. 17, lished w/excellent income & Comm. general, 1.5 acre. includes inventory. Great rent 35 x 80 block, garage & location. Some owner w/lift, 24 x 50' office mod- financing. $189,000. Mary ualr. $499,000. Owner Beth Wilson, Preferred Proper- 863-990-6131 ties, (941)-484-6279 Arcadia, Warehouse-110,000 sq ft. will sub divide to 4000 1610 BUSINESS sq ft Low rent call Lee (941)- RENTALS .321-7032 Direct Bayfront Lot. Unique 215 SF PROFESSIONAL CT zoning calls for creative OFFICE SPACE. VETER- developer. Prelim condo ANS BLVD. P.C. AVAIL plans avail. Spectacular 06/11/06. 941-764-7215 views, 2 bldgs, boat house, 3000 SF OFFICE SPACE, + docks, seawall. Deeded 1660 SF Warehouse space, Beach Access. Englewood office'furniture, computer net- Realty Inc. 941-474-6000. work, phone system, etc. www.englewoodrealtyfl.com Punta Gorda. 941-639-3533. FOR SALE Engl. commercial bldg 1,000sf new roof & doors. Linda Crombie ReMax prop. $204K. 941-473-8484 ' Need Cash? Office/Warehouse, new 2,000 Have A sq. ft. for sale or lease, 2 Ig. Garae Sale O.H. Doors, Charlotte County Garage ae Airport. (941-639-9884 1640 WAREHOUSE 900 SF on Tamiami Tr, Pdrt & STORAGE Char. Lots of parking & stor- age. $1000/mo, month to 3000 SF WAREHOUSE, in month avail. (941)-625-5755 Charlotte Harboi, 3 overhead Commercial space, 850+ sq. doors, $2125 per month plus ft., Hwy. 41 exposure, $1,250 tax. (941)-639-7532 mo. 1st., last, sec. Wilson Arcadia, 4000 sq ff Large lot, Realty, (941)-629-6624 Equip, to service Diesel Commercial space, Port Char- Trucks, Low rent. call Lee @ lotte, 550 sq. ft., $775 mo. (941)-321-7032 mo. 1st., last, sec. Wilson CI ZONED FLEX SPACE Realty, (941)-629-6624 Whidden Industral Park. 1250 Commercial space, Port Char- SF/ $900/mo. Available lotte, 880 sq. ft., Hwy 41 6/1/06. Call 941-204-7352 exposure, $1250 mo mn 1st., last, sec. Wilson Pe r, COOPER STREET (941)-629-6624 COMMERCE PARK FLEX SPACE 3000-5300 Brand new Class 'A Ware- SF, Conventional locarl .:.~n house.,Showoojm/Office US 41 in Punta Gorda i.:,,.- space in new business tact Cheryl Maymon, Proles- campus 1,350 SFto sional Realty Consultants. 40,000 SF Build to suit. (239) 573-5339. Purchase o- lease For Lease, zoned Comm-,,r:, (941)-575-8577 General, located off r.l.c-,ii Downtown Punta Rd., model home + cnm,:- Gorda Location with retail use, 80% fur-,,.ri- U.S. 41 Exposure. 2,800 SF. $16.00 sf 1l4rN. Owner/-Agent. Phyllis Larkin, OPEN SAT. & SUN. 1-4 Prudential Florida WCI Realty. OFFICE/WAREHOUSE (941)-624-5597. For Sale Or Lease/Option Great frontage on US 41 3449 Technology Dr. in Murdock. Former used 1-75/Laurel Rd. Interchange car lot with C.I. zoning, Exit 195, 1633 total sf over 1 acre. From $229,000. (941)-627-3500 Frank Logan (941)-223-0489 Century 21 Sorrento Realty GREAT VENICE LOCATION, 941-966:3602 Federal Square, near new Lowes, Up to'7500sf. No VENICE FOR SALE CAM fees. (941)-485-8802 or OFFICE/WAREHOUSE 223-3917 Best rental pricing! CONDO SPACE Pre construction pricing. Murdock: Real Estate Co. 94- .4852-1119 wanting to sublet office at cost. Great Location at corner of Rt 41 &,Toledo. Blade. 1000 .'- sf for Zho.:10;OOOsf lots'92Kfor both .-area. Close tc ll- i i ad .-mi* ***m n $1.36o m'. Includes Ele. It is the buyers responsibility to con- beaches. Invest for tomor- AMERICAN Call Dave (941)769-4040 firm lot size & all zoning issues with ity of North Po& Sarasotaounty row Asking $49,900. BUSINESS BROKERS New office/Warehouse for MLS# 632148 (239) 425-0677 lease. Minutes from 1-75, LARGE CORNER LOT abb@abbrokers.com exits 161 & 164 next to Char- 12,672sf w/green belt Open to Reasonable offers., TANNING SALON lotte County Airport. 1000 SF at rear, on Kalstead St. & Beauty Salon. 6 Tanning office with AC, 2000 SF not in scrub jay. Call Paul Boisvert Booths, 2 Stylist Stations. office/warehouse. (239)-289- $63,000 + oversize lot (941)-769-7777 Nets $61K. Asking $90K. 7000 14,500+sf on Littelfield for Free Map *FRANCHISE OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE, Lane, not in scrub jay. Lawn / Ornamental. Fertil- 1250 3600 sf. Office space $58,000. Please call ERA Randol Realty, Inc. ization & Pest Control. conveniently located just off $58,000. Please call (941)-625-4193 r 00Ae. ng conveniently located just off 941-412-9456 (941)-25-4193 Over 300 Accts. Asking US41 in Punta Gorda. For 'for details. $225K. more details call Cheryl May- fordetails. 1515WATERFRONT WINDOW COVERINGS mon Professional RealtyCon- Est. 23 Years. Works with sultants. (239).573-5339 LOTS ofLOTS! 1 Freshwater Canal Lot. Major Suppliers & Local Blocks from new Elementary. rooms. Nets $139K. PGI WATERFRONT nw nstrtin k Asking $248K With Terms. 3ADWATERNTPARCEL All new Construction!,50k 3 ADJACENT PARCELS (561)-756-4880 SEPTIC SERVICE 20 minutes to Harbor Owner (56S)-756-4880 Specializes in Drainfield 400'+ Sailboat water, 2 Rotonda waterfront lots Repairs, New Installs & zoned multifamily up to 10 Pumping. Nets $148K. PORT CHARLOTTE GULF COVE W/F units $299,900 owner financ- Asking $350K. Executive Office Suites Quick Myakka Access ing 3-1/2% 941-474-6633 *ARCHITECT Reeptionist, all until. & other $399,900 31 ACRES AINGER CREEK Full Service. Est. 20 support svcs 2000 ft of waterfront. Years. SBA Lender Pre- Omni Executive Center SOUTH GULF COVE Zoned RSF-5, $7.5 million, Qualified w/$44K Down. 4055 TAMIAMI TRAIL W/F, Close to Lagoon 941-400-0070 R.E. Available. Cal Ma o an $350,000 *BAKERY & DELI Call Marj or Jan 350,000 85x125, wide canal view, Hal- Rel (50%) & holslae 627-9755 Retail (50%) & Wholeslae BURNT STORE LAKES lendale Dr., S. Gulf Cove. Gulf (50%). Pastries, Sandwich- Private to Semi Private 3 ADJACENT parcels access, buy now while prices es, Pizza & More. Nets Space available For Real from $79,900 are still affordable. $239,000. $52K. Asking $195K. Estate and affiliated Comn- Charles Ruttenberg RIty, Clau- ,UPHOLSTERY SHOP panies. Call for details SOUTH GULF COVE dia Pollari, 386-736-9529 Residential & Commercial. (941)-586-4014 Dry corner parcel Canal Lot w/ gulf access Works with Designers & $71,000 Already filled, Ready to build Wood Finishers. Nets PROFESSIONAL Office space Rich McCraney 941-468-5201 $31K. Asking $48.5K. for lease, 2 offices $425/ TEE & GREEN ESTATES Prudential FL WCI Rity *ELECTRIC CONTRACTOR month eac. Inc. until. Avail Large Corner $37,900 Deep Creek, largest lot on New Home Construction. ort Charlotte 941-743-3812 Lake Zappa, Odyssey Ct Lot Nets $149K. Asking TROPICAL GULF ACRES 8 cul-de-sac, $185,000 $295K. RETAIL SPACE 50' LakeFront $30,000 (941-276-8834 or 639-5952 *IRRIGATION/LANDSCAPE Pump Stations, Mainte- FOR LEASE NW PORT CHARLOTTE Harbor Heights 150x100 nance & Service. Project- On US41 in N.P 4,080 S.F. $47K+ average on street Sailboat lot. AWESOME! 9 ed Sales $2M+. Nets $14/Per S.F. Gross $29,000 lots from Peace River. 3483 $212K: Call Laura Desoto. MUST SELL! i*mmam* ium u (9411-815-1320 Sellers all say "SELL i" REDUCED! $318,000 or (239) 425-0677(941)- Lease option. Agents Wel- Visit our website at: Add'l Info @ KRolland.com come. 407-474-5005 www.abbrokers.com SMALL OFFICE SPACES. Amd Ino Koumannom FOR RENT, 3rd Floor. 941- 628-8816 HARBOR HEIGHTS, Gulf Island of Venice. SPrudential FL WCI Realty Access, 120' X 125', NOKOMS: 2 Mobile Homes on Reasonable Rates. Sy er & Reduced $129,900. Fred G. 3 homesites. Need work. Call 941-207-1000 No Port Lots City Water & Kolb, Century 21 Sunbelt, Owner will finance w/$25,000 Ask for Bob Vedder Cleared. $57,500-$66,900/ea Realty, Inc. (239) 565-7634 down. $225,000 Mary Beth Wi Bruce Byerley 408-3543 Homes & Dreams Realty PT. CHAR. WATERFRONT City son, ERA Preferred Properties Small Commercial Office water/sewer, quiet resid. lot, Realtor, 941-484-6279 Building for Rent. Approx. 320 Lottalotsbylaura upscale neighborhood, near Profitable Small lawn business Sq. Ft., 1 Bath/Ample Park- Lotalotsbylaura US 41. 201-935-1041' grosses over 23k, full time ing. One Year Lease, $644/ Lakefront Lots Reduced BEST BUY, $17. summer, Pt winter. Asking mo. including taxes, insur Englewood Lots $169K. Premium water- $20k 941-766-0225 ance, shared utilities. So. Costa Rica Lots front lot, city water, Pa G a Port Charlotte Lots cleared, 15 minutes to RESTAURANT VENICE AVE RETAIL Land is my specialty Harbor. 941-766-1452 Well established, owners OR OFFICE USE 750sf Laura Kildah Realty Rotonda Lakes waterfront retiring after 25 years. Free $750/mo. Laura Kildahl Realty Rotonda Lakes waterfront standing building, seats (941)-497-0775 474-0012 877-473-4321 Lot w/ river access 150, full bar, outdoor patio, laurakildahl.com Rich McCraney 941-468-5201 separate party room for VENICE ISLAND DWNTWN N. Port/Venice/Pt. Charlotte, Prudential FL WCI RIty 50. Building, property & OFC. 1800sf. Covrd. parking. LOTS as.low as $34,900. ROTONDA LAKES, fresh business for sale. Terms Vaulted ceil. Loft. Built-ins. Call 941-223-1431. Richard waterfront lot, city water & possible. Ken Giunta, Sale/Lease. 866-1452 Bradway &Assoc. sewer, 109 Thelma Dr. (941)-661-1438, CENTU- NORTH PORT 2 LOTS $79;900 (440)-829-9762 RY 21 Aztec & Assoc 1620 COMMERJ QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD SAILBOAT LOT in Port Char- INDUST. PROP. $86K/FOR PAIR lotte with view down canal. 10 GET RESULTS - CALL (941)-320-5432 min. to open water. Quiet N. Port- New office & NORTH PORT 3 LOTS street. Just Icanal from pre- USE CLASSIFIED! retail, 1,000-5,000sf, for NICE! serve. $259,000. Broker Co- sale or lease at Bobcat $59K/EACH Op. (941)-629-0994 or (858 SCHOOL BOX owners sailing Square, Pre-cnst CALL (9411-320-5432 342-5021 into retirement All systemsCall Karl (941)429-5969 PORT CHARLOTTE LAKE VIEW SAILBOAT WATER, 100 X 125 computerized!!! $165,000 ARCADIA 2 STORY, Clear view of lake. Ollie's Pond w/west exposure, 7 lots from includes everything. Perfect 16,000 Sq. Ft., elevator. Park, Bly Ave, in Murdock. Harbor, $489,500. Owner- opportunity for teachers. $899,000. Call Owner $85,000. Call 941-276-9363 Agent, (239) 571-2287 (941) 625-1011 FSBO 863-990-6131. ' GET RESULTS ; 'USE CLASSIFIEDt 3000 NOTICES 3010 ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNLT PUNTA GORDA OFFICE NOW OPEN FOR ALL CUSTOMER SERVICE BUSINESS 331 SULLIVAN ST (Green 2-story house, ground fl, Corner of West Virginia Ave. and Sullivan St.) BUSINESS HOURS Monday Friday 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. (941) 205-1000 3015 HAPPY ADS PLACE YOUR HAPPY AD FOR ONLY $5.25 3 LINES 1 DAY ADD A PHOTO FOR AN ADDI- TONAL SMALL CHARGE. 941-206-1200 Pt. Charlotte or 941-207-1200 Venice/N.Port Englewood * *0% Down, Flexible terms North Port Homesites 1-800-329-3780 www.mrland- man.com 1.25 CLEARED ACRES w/ mature trees in Charlotte Ranchettes. Great area! $75,000. (941)-575-1651 10 acres in Venice, bordered on 2 sides by 24,000 acres of Reserve, zoned OUR. SBrad Tritschler, Exit Realty (941)-716-1042 17 Acres w/modern 3,432sf. 3/3/2 Brick home, fireplace, open plan, $455,000. Char- lotte Terrell at Lambert Realty. (863)-781-6971 or (863)-773-. 0007 1 WATERFRONT COMMUNITY with Gulf Access. Very desirable Gulf Cove area. $55,000 SBy owner 941-650-8220 2.4 ACRES, Lakeview, paved road, city water. Cleared & mowed.' Deed restricted. West of 1-75. 3 mi. to downtown Punta Gorda. $250,000. (941)-626-5984 2.5 acres, part cleared, w/pond, beautiful, Acorn Blvd. Charlotte Ranchettes, $135K, (941)-505-8131 or 457-0788 janibellel@aol.com, 20 ACRES 5614 SF home, 2 master suites, 2 ponds, $789,900 Prudential FL WCI RIty Carol Wade (941)-585-9599 22206 New Rochelle, city water/sewer, cleared, owner financing. $39,900. .(941)-764-9231 5.1 acres Prairie Creek West, No palmetto or scrub jays. 7,000sf pad. Lrg. pond, fenced w/palm trees, $325,000. (941)-815-1962 6 Acres in PG. cleared with a pond. Close to 1-75. Asking $259,000. C all 941-626-5432 A steal at this price! For sale by owner, high lot w/minimal clearing needed, Cherrywood Ave. $26,500. 561-346-7981 Albany Ave City water/sewer, cleared $45K Yarmouth over- sized lot, $35,K, Iverson city water/sewer $45K (941)-626- 8008 ALMOST 1 acre in town Close to shopping & beaches Linda McCraney 941-468-2076 Prudential FL WCI RIty Beautiful buildable lot, Gulf Cove. Utilities avail. Communi- ty boat dock, ramp. Motivat- ed Seller, so why wait? Look for sign, corner of Stone & Kilmer. Englewood Realty Inc. 941-474-6000 www.englewoodrealtyfl.com Cheap Land For Sale Visit www.hishmeh:biz or call (941) 628-3434 11~ . V41- OU-LLIP Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified 3020 PERSONALS 3090 LOST & FOUND A 30 something petite busty blonde model avail. 12-12 Outcall only (941)-623-3775 A Absolute Best Escort Service Drop Dead Gorgeous Girls Guaran- teed. In/ Out Call. Call for specials. Now Hiring 941-421-9223 A BEAUTY IN PARADISE (941)-460-1534 A RELAXATION STATION STRESS RELEASE 1225 US 41 unit B3 N of 776 Char. Trade Ctr. 941-625-0141 Hiring, Apply in person! A+ ANGELS ESCORT SER- VICE. SERVING ENGLEWOOD, CHARLOTTE CTY. "NOW HIRING 18+ In Call 9AM-11PM (941)-408-4562 ALONE? SENIORS DATING BUREAU! SAFEST since 1977! (Ages 45-90) 1-800-922-4477 www.RespectedDating.com Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties, Escorts, Dancers & Telegrams. HIGHEST QUALITY! Available 24/7, ALL AREAS! World Famous Miss Florida. 941-833-0069 BAYSIDE RELAXATION LOW AFFORDABLE RATES Serving Char & Sara. Cnty. In/Out Calls 941-914-3851 EMERALD CITY Female Nude Dance Club Entertainment Always hiring. 941-766-1161 1225 Tamiami Tr, PC. Forever Yours 941- 629-1185 239-440-1002. Come see us! GINGER'S BACK! call 941-258-3222 HOT LOCAL SINGLES! SConnect/Meet/Chat! Ft. Myers 239-590-9210 Sarasota 941-906-8844 Call Now! 18+ Ad#888 Now Open Total Mind & Body, 2705 Tamiami Trail Unit A PC. Hiring. 2% prof- it sharing, $500 sign-on bonus & $100 referral fee. Call (941)-258-3222 P. C.'S FINEST SENSATIONS The Ultimate Stress Release Ask about daily specials. 3860 Tamiami Trail, P.C 2 mi. N. of P.G. bridge. Now hiring. 941-766-7995 Private entrance & park- ing in rear. Senior cancer patient needs a little help. Possible live-in. No smoking, no drinking, no pets (941)-766-9895 Single woman 53, 0 children, Seeking marriage minded man 60-70, 626-7042 STACY'S ESCORT VERY AFFORDABLE CALL FOR SPECIALS In-Out Calls 941-726-9696 TIA 941-323-6021 3060 SCHOOLS & INSTRUCTION 2 WEEK CNA TRAINING $250 SPECIALincl. book Quality Healthcare North Port 941-625-8933 BLACKJACK POKER DEALING & BARTENDING 18 & Over 239-334-6300 Ft. Myers www.BartenderDealer.com NEW CAREERS IN 10 OR 17 WEEKS! NC4 MASSAGE & Skin Care Educating Hands Since 1992 Day Eve. Part Time Financing Available Placement Assistance Open House Thursday (800) 324-9543 www.famsc.com 3070 BURIAL LOTS/ CRYPTS Royal Palm Memorial Gardens, 2 adjacent lots, $1,095 ea., (941)-457-3108 3080 TRAVEL/TICKETS 2 TICKETS TO Faith Hill Tim McGraw, June 4th, Ft. Lauderdale, excellent seating. $250. (941)-661-7322 3090 LOST & FOUND FOUND gold bracelet, Wal Mart parking lot in Pt. Char. on Mother's Day approx 10am. 941- 625-1899 FOUND: Female puppy white & tan, tan spots on left ear. Found 5/20 at Venice Walmart. (941)-496-7531 Found: Orange and White female cat, thin, about 1 year old. Laurel Nokomis School area. Call 488-8938 FOUND: Sm dog in S. Venice on Monday. 5/23, Call to ID. 941-586-2492 LOST Female Yellow Lab, near Charlotte High School in Punta Gorda. Reward!! (941)-637-1942 Lost DOG 15 yrs old,, Blonde, long haired Aus- tralian Shep. Mix. Blind, Poor hearing, Answers to Doodles. Gentle but easily startled due to health. Lost near Church St, Dearborn & 776 area. REWARD...... 941-207-1608 wk days 8-5, or eves. 941-473-4286 Lost Dog in the vicinity of Gardens of Gulf Cove on Sunday, May 21st. Small tan chihuaha, 2 tags on collar, very shy. (941)-698-1374. LOST SMALL FEMALE DOG. WHITE WITH SPOTS. 941-380-2181 OR 875-1355 LOST: Female Jack Russell w/ tags. Last seen in the South Punta Gorda area near Tropi- cal Gulf Acres. REWARD! (941)-628-1824 PLEASE RETURN HP Paval- lion 8000 laptop, stolen frm nour hnmo nn Maracaihbo 5050 CHILD/ADULT CARE A LENDING HAND Providing in-home care to Seniors. Hourly or 24 Hr. Care. Affordable Rates. (941)-809-3725 AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOME CARE BY ANGELS Our caring home companions help seniors live at home! Hygiene asst., meals, house- work, up to 24hrs. care. Top refs. We do things your way. License #229499. VISITING ANGELS (941)-496-9600 FLORIDA STATE LAW requires all child care centers and day care businesses to register with the State of Florida. The Sun Newspapers will not knowingly accept advertising which is in violation of the law. Registered Family Child Care home in Deep Creek has open- ing for PT/FT ages 12 mo. & up. (941)-743-5293 SCHOOi OUniT I hav 5080 EXCAVATING/ BUSH HOG LITTLE JOHN'S Bush Hog Mowing. Ven/Engl/N. Port 493-6022 5083 FLOORING Ceramic Laminate Vinyl Stein Installations, Est. 1977 Lic AAA0010515 Locally Owned. 941-661-9793 Ceramic Tile Installations from $1.00 per square foot. Please Call Ceramic Tile by Robert at 639-TILE (8453). 5085 FENCES IN-LINE FENCING Secure your yard. Reliable & Quality Work 941-416-7430 5100 HOME & COMM. IMPROVE. 5110 LAWN/GARDEN &TREE Lawn Service now accepting new accounts. Quality work. Low rates. Call (941)-468-3634 LAWNS MOWED??? Steve's Lawn Service Serving Venice & Nokomis (941)-486-1046 NOW ACCEPTING NEW ACCOUNTS Full Service Lawn Care. 18 yrs exp. (941)-219-2048 or (941)-232-5402 Tequila Sunrise Landscaping Inc. Yard & tree maintenance FREE ESTIMATES!!! Lic. & Ins. 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(941)-637- MAINTENANCE tion waste, garage clean out, trash, furn. free Est. 4 6444 If you want your home to look (941tr97.9923 or 26 t3256 I4000 II I it's best...Call Mike. 4TU 5053 COMPUTER 941-223-6701 SKIP'S MOVING Local & SERVICE A PROFESS L skild Long Dist. 1 item or whole E A PROFESSIONAL skilled house! Fla. Movers Reg.# 941-6296337 Handyman with license, IM142 Li & Ins 766-1740 941-629-6337 insurance & LLC looking Kesselring Computer Srvs, for long term association 510 PA Prompt, Professional, Repairs w reputab5140 PAINTING/ set-ups, networking & instruc- (941)-234-6768 WALLPAPERING tion. Done in your home or F N N I k l l office Serving the area for An Occupational License may over 7 yrs. Mon-Sat day/eve be required by the City and/orterior County. Please call the appro- exterior, 35-yrs exp, free esti- S* privatee occupational licensing mates, all work guaranteed. %Seltices: bureau to verify Lic& insured (941)-473-9141 SServices: bureau to verify 4010 BUSINESS PC repay, home video ACCEPTING NEW ACCOUNTS TROY'S PAINTING OPPORTUNITIES conversion. Upgrades/in Serving area since 1996. sonale 20 yrs. exp. Rea- ihone Seniors save I0%.: Free estimates sonable rates. Top quality. S r (941)-743-6604 (941)233-4216 oR493-3173 (941)-876-0159 COMPLETE DRYWALL 'SER- 5180 PRESSURE 100% Cash. 5060 DOMESTIC VICE Hahg, Finish, Texture, 5 PAEN 30 Candy/Snack Mach. CLEANING SERV Small job specialists. Lic. & CLEANING Local. $5995. LEANING SERV. Ins. (941)-429-8197 800-440-7761 Brick Pavers, Pool Decks AIN #802533 "AT EASE" Housekeeping & CONCRETE 0 Ext. & Roofs etc. Construction clean up our spe- High Ouality Low Price All American Pressure 20 VENDING machines, snack cialty. Lic. & Ins. (941)-639- Cl . & soda, used & new. 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C 4 C 13 STS Leaders needed NOW (941)233-4216 OR 493-3173 aing, carpentry,anythi5187 SOFFIT STS Leaders needed NOW! (94D-697-1642 Help launch your area. Revolu- ATTENTION PROPERTY Glen Purdy Contractors Inc tionary gas saving produc- OWNERS now offering Galdvalume SUNSHINE SIDING ill for ihfdo800-861~1555. QUALITY RELIABLE ELP at-ltMia aie & i inex- SOFFIT; ASCIA: RIM CLEANING pensive, strong, quick LIC & INS. 22 YRS. EXP. 4020 FINANCIAL/MISC. PAINTING installation. 941-628-3213 Owner (941)441-5141 HANDYMAN WORK o WINDOW CLEANIN- Glen Purdy Contractors Inc 6000 I would love to buy your real MAKE IT MOVE IN Trim & Crown installation. 6000 estate note for cash. RADY Call for all your custom wood- Call Don 941-575-0468 or CALL NEAT FREAK working. 941- 628-3213 1 cash4notes@earthlink.net SERVICES AT HANDYMAN & HANDYWOMAN (941)468-1656 Clean it, Cut it, Haul it, Paint it' 4050 INVESTMENT LICENSED & EXP. & Fix it!! Caring, Good work OPPORTUNITIES REFERENCES AVAIL. Refs. & Lic. (941)-626-9342 16.5 Plus Acres in fast-grow- ing Land 0 Lakes! Enormous potential. Mixed zoning includes 5.75 commercial acres fronting U.S. 41. RV park approved. Utilities avail. Possible Owner financing. Englewood Realty, Inc: 941474-6000 www.englewoodrealtyfl.com Live in one & rent the others! 4 furnished one bed/one bath units. Nestled Bayside, Mana- sota Key. deeded beach access. Well-maintained. Englewood Realty, Inc. 941-474-6000 www.englewoodrealtvfl corn Looking for that special deal! Two quadplexes. Manasota Key. Mix of 1 & 2 bedrooms. Deeded Beach Access. Renters love location. Owner will help finance. Call to explore options. No obliga- tion. Englewood Realty, Inc. 941-474-6000 www.englewoodrealtyfl.com Model home, deed restricted, 3 avail. $3000/mo lease back. Charlotte Co. Cell 941- 284-5684, 941- 484-9238 4080 LOANS/ MORTGAGES BANKS TOO BIG? Brokers Too small? For a Home Loan That Fits Just Right. 50 yr. Mortgages Avail. U.S Mortgage Express (941)-629-5626 Equal Housing Lender PRIVATE MONEY Real Estate Only 625-7001 or 941-475-7755 WHY RENT? Own your own home for as little as $300. dn. Good credit, bad credit, BK & Foreclosures. Southshore Intl. Mtg. (941)-626-71510 5000 BUSINESS SERVICES 5050 CHILD/ADULT CARE CLEANING Private & new HANDYMAN SERVICES homes, office, condos, Week- Everything from the roof MER AN E ly or Biweekly. Emra (941)- to foundation. 276-7120 or (941)429-9419 (800) 498-6846 Company owner looking for Home Improvements, Home MERCHANDISE house cleaning, Mon-Fri. Day Repairs, Bathroom, Kitchen, hours. Low rates. Ins. & Bond- Doors, Windows, Tile Work, Int Garage Sales: ed. (941)-624-4190 & Ext. Painting. (941)830-1530 105 Arcadia 110 Englewood Expert home & general THE CARPENTER, cabinetry, 120 Lke Suzy cleaning. Call us_ We Caren rotted wood, doors, windows, 125 Nokomis See our ad under Home counters, soffit, fascia. North Port Improvement in the Busi- #RR0067689. Phil 627-0657 130 N north Portt 135 Pt. Charlotte ness & Service Directory 140 Punta Gorda (941)-426-7625 VINCE DeRico 0 a Handyman Service 145 Rotonda High quality, reliable cleaning. eRescreen 150 Sarasota 20+ yrs. exp. Wkly, bi-weekly *Gutters 155 South Venice or deep/spring cleaning. eHauling 160 Venice Owner/Oper. (941) 625-5652 eMiscellaneous 6015 Flea Market Housekeeper 941-483-1060 6020 Auctions 15 yrs, experience 6025 Arts & Crafts with references. 6027 Dolls Natalie (941)697-0712 5110 LAWN/GARDEN 60sehold Goods JACKIE'S CLEANING SERVICE & TREE 6040 TV/Stereo/Radio now accepting new clientele 6060 Computer Equip Reasonable rates. A + K Lawn Care. 6065 Clothing/Jewelry (941)-697-0710 Mowing, Hedge trimming, 6070 Antiques/ tree pruning, weeding, seed Collectibles 5070 ELECTRICAL & maintenance. Call 276- 6075 Fruits/Veges 0772 or 473-7333 6090 Musical Storm Season is here! Pro- A JAMISON TREE SERVICE 6095 Medical tect your home with: Gen- Complete & Professional 6100 Health/Beauty orator Switches & Surge Will Beat Any Estimate! 6110 Trees & Plants Protection. Call (941) 815- Free Est. 10% Senior 6120 Baby ems 0822 Disc., Lic.& Ins. 24 Hr 6125 Golf Accessories 475-6611 423-0020 6128 Exercise/Fitness 5080 EXCAVATING/ 6130 Sporting Goods A TRACTOR FOR HIRE 6135 Bikes/Trikes BUSH HOG Lot Clearing, Landscaping 6138 Toys Tree Trim & Removal Hauling, 6140 Photography/ Lic & Ins. (941Y-266-7032 Video A TRACTOR FOR HIRE Lot Clearing, Landscaping A+ Tree Cutting, Stump 6145 Pool/Spa & Tree Trim & Removal Hauling, Grinding, Debris Loading & Supplies Lic&l ns. (941266-7032 Hauling. Local, 27 yrs. 6160 Lawn & Garden SGood work, very reason- 6165 Storage Sheds BACK HOE & EXCAVATING able prices 941-629-0020 /Buildings FOUNDATION, SEWER, TREE 6170 Building Supplies REMOVAL, DRIVEWAYS, ACCEPTING NEW ACCOUNTS 6180 Heavy Constr. GRADING, 941-445-0664 Call for FREE ESTIMATES!! Equipment BOSMAN LANDEVEOPMENT (941)485-1500 6190 Tools/Machinery LOT CLEARING & ACREAGE TURF SURFER 6220 Office/Business PONDST C ME & ACBEE www.turfsurfer.net Equip & Sup. HOME DEMOLITION CLEAR, Affordable Curbing & 6225 Rest. Supplies FILL & GRADE. LIC. & Landscape... Starting at 6230 Pets & Livestock INSURED. 941-426-8234 $2.50 per foot, many styles 6250 Appliances DAN'S TRACTOR SERVICE and colors to choose from. 6260 Miscellaneous DAN'S TRACTOR SERVICE 6270 Wanted to Buy/ Comm. & Residential. Lot Clear- Call for FREE ESTIMATES Trad ing, Tree Removal, Fill & Grade. ADVANCED Free Est. Dan (941) 4684163 CURBING CONCEPTS HENDRICKSON INC. 941-223-0465 JOE 6020 AUCTIONS Demolition, Hauling, Clearing An Occupational License may AUCTION EVERY TUESDAY & Fill. 4 Generations in P.G., be required by the City and/or @6:3Opm (941)-918-1439 Dump Truck, Back Hoe & County. Please call the appro- Suncoast Auction Galle Grade Tractor. 941-625-3365 private occupational licensing S. Smith AU2278 AB3100 or 941-626-7877 Lic./Ins. bureau to verify S. Smith AU2278 AB31 Pe R s B h HIGHLAND LAWN CARE Contents of 508 Dover Drive Pete Roos Bush -'for l your n i S. Englewood, belonging to Hog Service Landscaping Yolanda Rodriguez. Beds, Hog Service Painting needs. Free estimate dressers, tables, chairs, TV's, Vacant lots, Acreage 941-698-0217 lawn mowers, piano, exercise mowng, Huing,,, ebris n^^ wlawn mowers, piano, exercise rmowingHauling, D s KING'S HOME eqip, household goods, removal. Serving PG, MAINTENANCE & REPAIR more. Sale on 6/10 at 7531 PC, NP Arcadia areas. LicAns. (941)716-4814 We do it all... Inside & out! Ebro Road, Lines. (941)716-4814 941485-5837 Englewood at 12pm. 6020 AUCTIONS 6030 HOUSEHOLD 6030 HOUSEHOLD 6030 HOUSEHOLD GOODS GOODS GOODS EJ'STA Dinette Set, 40" X 40" table, MATTRESS A BARGAIN TABLES, End, Coffee & sofa. 18" leaf, 4 arm chairs w/cast- NASA VISCO MEMORY Metal & glass. $75. (941)- AUCTION ers cane backs, $175,(941)- FOAM NEW In plastic 625-3356 QUEEN, Full or twin TRUNDLE BED WED May 31. 6PM DINETTE SET: 42" table, 18" $399; Kg $499 with LIKE NEW $125. leaf, 4 castor uphol. chairs, warranty, can deliver. *SOLD!" Antique Moden Deslner nice, $175. 941-255-5707 941-518-4787 TWO SETS of Bar Stools, Furnishings Fine Glass & DINING RM CHAIRS (4) w/ $50/pair. Telescoping Pet China. SeeWebslte ForPhotos coasters, rose fabric, good Ramp, $100, used once. Call www irastaauctior com cond. $120 (941)-492-5577 Classified = Sales (941) 276-8969. Pview4PMDayOfSlB DINING RM SET Emerson VALLEY FORGE Maple dress- glass-top tbl, 6 chrs, pub tbl, MOVING SALE Cherry desk er, $225; Mirror, $35; Maple Sar ot r4 high-back chrs, baker's + chair, $200; Broyhill chest of drawers, $225; Hall Auction liht fiure ess thn 1 sofa, $150; 2 glider rock- mirror, $50; Triple mirror, gold [t-!iT "" yr. old, brushed silver finish. with ottomans frame, $225 and misc. 625 N. Tamiami Tr, New $1800, ASKING $1200 ers with ottomans frame, $225 and misc. Nokoms. (9418 15-1246 $175/pair. 3 barstoos Evenings. (941843395 Jeff Carlson Auctioneer $75/all. & assorted acces- VIKING SERGER 905, Uphol- AB896, AU1299 Dining Room Table, Dark series. (941)-426-7029 stery Mach, w/walking foot, 12% BP, Cash, Chk, CC Wood w/4 creme colored MOVING SALE! Sleeper Sofa, Bernina cover stitch, Baby 485-3141 cushioned chairs (tic tactoe Queen, $150., End & Sofa Lock Serger. 941412-9238 acs)d 440. Aoldik n$ Table, washed oak, $100. WASHER & DRYER, Whirlpool, Paid6025 ARTS AND obo (941)223-840. Asking $150 (941629-5432 white, good cond. $175/set. 6025 ARTS AND obo(941)223-8112 MOVING SALE- 32" Sony (941)497-3075 Venice CRAFTS DINING set, table, 6 chairs, TV w/stand, $200; solid china cabinet, $800. (941)- oak china cabinet, $600; ite Rattan Living Room Set, 639-8381 ; New Cushions $325. Singer electronic knitting 6398381 frig, $25, cherry end tbl White/Wood Oval table w/6 machine, all parts, all DINING SETNever Used. Gor- $25. (941)-426-7029 Chairs $225. 255-6917 extras, great condition!! geous Pine with a light cherry MOVING! 54" Big Screen TV, Retails for $8,000. Asking finish. Table w/leaf, China yr old $750 Ent Center WHOLESALE FURNITURE $1,500 (941)-474-1692 Hutch & Buffet. Pd. $2000 $200; Lthr sofa & loveseat Bedroom iningroom Living STAINLESS GLASS studio, will sell for $800. 235-7221. $500; Endtbls, $75; Glass m & more Many to complete, light table, tools, dinette tbl & etagere, $125; choose from. 50-80% off Retail. Pkg deals avail. Can patterns, work bench and too Nook tbl, $100; Dressers, Deliler 941-815-6727 much glass to count. (941)- Classified = Sales $25/ea; Pillow-top King matt. 833-5711 set, 6 mo old, $600; Dbl. matt. set, $100; Pillow-top 6040 TV/STEREOIRADIO 6030 HOUSEHOLD Twin set, new, $160; Patio 6030 HOUSEHOLD Dining Table 48" Round, set, $125; Lounge chrs, 14" Color Panasonic TV w/ GOODS 4 Chairs, $80.00 $25; Wicker patio set, $100; VCR & Remote. $50. (941)-625-1423 Newer Irg grill, $150; (941)-743-3838 1- King set mattress & box DINING TBL 6 chrs, 2 leaves, Ping-pong tbl, $40; Newer spring: 1 California king, $400; China cabinet w/light, basketball hoop, $100. 54" BIG SCREEN TV, 1 yr old, $200 each. 941-457-4958 $400. All traditional style. (941)-697-5071 $750; Ent. Center, $200. (941)-697-5071 2 FILTER QUEENS $75/EA; (941)`488-7190 (9411697-5071 CARD TABLE 4 CHAIRS $50. Diningroom Set, carved oak,'6 NedT Plc a 60" wide screen HDTV, 941-485-3515 chairs, table with 3 leaves, A Philps. Like New. $795. 3 gel-fuel Fireplaces. 1 white $900. 2 new recliners, green, (941)-286-3384 corner, 1 oak flatwall, 1 $100 ea., (941)-743-6219 Enter your classified ad online Franklin metal. Call Bob for Diningroom Set, glass top, and pay with your credit card. Advertise Today! price, 941-286-5908 Dolphin base, 6 chairs $350 It's fast, easy, and convenient. 3 Piece set of Dolphin cof- obo, (941)-204-7347 Go to sun-herald.com/classi- HITACHI 42" TV & entertain- fieds. fee tables $150. Must End Table (Hekman) Lamp Fast Convenient Easy ment center, like new, $925. sell!! (941)-875-0447 or (Stiffel) 2 Recliners. All very Sun-Herald.com/classifieds (941)-743-7129 (941)-875-4899 good cond. 941-255-9512 (Visa or Mastercard) KHL power subwoofer 4pc off-white wicker w/ desk END TABLES: 1T T ]-L systems, 120 watts, new & chair bedroom set. Like SOLID LIGHT WOOD, S.L condition, $79.99 new; $375. 90" lighted enter- $75/080. (941)-429-8783 (941)-468-8039 tainment ctr, light pine. $250. 2 wicker bar stools, like new; ENTER. CENTER Customized, SONY 56" HD TV STAND glass $75/ea. 4 kitchen chairs, 3 yr old Oak, corner, gd cond. & metal,retail $500, ask $175 $20/ea. Or best offer. 941- $1300 OBO (9411-240-6660 PGI (941) 575-2094. 255-1615 Entertainment center & NEW CONSIGNMENT STORE SEntertainment center & NOW OPEN IN OSPREY Toshiba Cinema series HD 57 A FURNITURE SHOPPE matching computer desk SHOWROOM IS FULL inch projection big screen. 1552 S. McCall Rd., Engl. w/hutch $150 each. STOP IN TODAY Unit is one year old and Buying Quality Used Fum. Leather Sofa & chair, good (941)918-1439 comes with a 3 year extend- M.-F 10-4. 941-4731986 cond., $200. Call anytime, Iv., ed warranty transferable. rsg., (941)-624-5719 PATIO SET 9 Pieces; 5 1500.00, 268-3024 BARGAIN King ENTERTAINMENT CENTER chairs, etched glass table mattress set, New w/ I W w/lazy susan, umbrella, TV, Magnavox 27", great warr. Can deliver $375 ROLL D WOOD O A coffee table & swing cond. $100 Klipsh speakers. 941-815-6727 w/canopy. All in great shape!!100. (941)39-3746 SCANES 941-223-2596 Must sell. Asking $300 obo. Bassett Furn., COUCH, over- 6060 COMPUTER sized chair & oversized Entertainment center, Call (941)-875-0447 6060 COMPUTER ottoman, $800 941-429-6035 Solid wood. Paid PATIO SET Martha Stewart EQUIPMENT i. ju, ui ,ji .i- ur,,,. r $895 asking $200 Wrou'r,it ,r.:r, table,, 5: chairs like new, Real wood $150 obo (941)-223-2596 w/ cushions. Great cond.: -1 ON 1 INSTRUCTIONS, (8631-491-0890 SOLD Venice $150 Lv. Msg. 941-423-2584 Set-Ups, Repairs, (863)491- 0 SOLD e niupgrades, 8 yrs exp. Sr. Beautiful Outdoor 7' Kitchen Generator, Guardian Home Discounts. 941-473-0518 Island, Gas Grill, Stainless, 15kw/22.5kw home standby SU ~J ,j r 2 2.8 GHZ, 512 RAM, 120 HD, Granite w/drawers, cold stor- portable. New in crate. SU5 NWSeAPERS CDRW DVD, 17" monitor, age, casters. New! Delivered. $1,975. (941)-429-9530 printer $250. 941-697-4355 $1,750.429-9530 Gift Cards Wanted From H. 941-629-6337 Dave for BED S100 A + Absolute Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowes, etc. PUNTA GORDA Prompt professional in-house All brand new twin. Queen Paying cash. 941-429-9530 OFFICE Computer repair. Instr. & or full $139 KING S199. HIGH HEAL Shoe Chair, Upgrds. Days,EvesWknds.No In plastic w/warranty. Orange & blue. Pd. $200. trip fee Serv Char. Co. 7+ yrs. Can deliver 941-518-4787 Now $75. (941)-743-3838 NOW OPEN FOR ALL CE C CR o CUSTOMER SERVICE ACER AC713 17" CRT Moni- BED $100 TWIN HUGE Warehouse Sale. Every- BUSINESS tor, $75. Epson CX3810 color $140 QUEEN PILLOW TOP thing negotiable! Sofas start- photo/printer/copier $60.. $165 KING All new in plas- ing at $50, Dining Sets of all Both new in box w/warr. tic. (941)-815-6993 sizes, patio, bedroom, reclin- 331 SULLIVAN ST 941-391-2947 ers, lamps, art. (Green 2-story lue apple computer Ma BED S399 Ai. All Autheftic J's-Home Furnishings Blue pple computer kc NEW Nasa Vsco Memory 941485-2450. 785 US Hwy house, ground fl, 9.1 os w/espson stylus color Foam. Full or QUEEN, 41 Bypass, VENICE Corner of West printer great shape same FULL OR TWIN; KING HUTCH, leaded glass oak, Virginia Ave. and computer as in te schools. $499. New in plastic Good for childs room. $300 $499.Newin plasticwit table/ leaf, 6 chairs, $475. Sullivan St.) call 941-257-4321 after 5PM 518-4787 Comp. College Student Bed King Mattress and Boxes. I BUY BUSINESS HOURS Will help w/Installs, Upgrds, Bed King Mattress and Boxes. -Repairs, virus & spyware Therapedic never used $299. FURNITURE OR removal, & more Moving sale 941-456-5555 agYrTI OP VALU Monday Friday Sr. Discounts 941-626-9030 YTSr. Discounts 941-626-9030 Bed, THERAPEDIC Mattress I PIECE OR CNTIBEwh hh AND Box Qn, new + warranty, 941-485-4964 7 a.m. 1 p.m. COMPUTER DESK with hutch moving must sell $199. 941- 2 p.m. 4 p.m. good cond. a100. OBO 456-5555 KITCHEN SET: maple table, 6 Arcadia 863-884-9833 Bed $99 Matt AND Box new chairs, 2 leafs, $300; Cherry (941) 205-1000 DELL, Windows 98 w/19" w/warranty, moving941-456- Provincial endtable, $50. DELL, Windows 98 w/19" 5555 (941)-429-4949 REDECORATING 2 Recliners monitor $125. 941-698-1647 BED, Beige double w/ boxsp- Kitchen Table $45; Mag- all leather, coffee & 2 end NEW & REFURBISHED ing, mattress & headboard. novox Stereo $75;Trundle tables. Call 941505-2544 COMPUTERS, also repairs. $475. obo (941)-661-6731 Sofa $80; Hyde-a-bed $100 Training provided in your 941-697-9354 SLEEPER SOFA, Qn Sz, never home. John 941-234-7249 BEDRM SET All light wood slept on, 2 chairs, end & cof- armoire, triple dresser jewelry LA-Z-BOY swivel recliner, ecru fee table, everything to match PLEASE RETURN HP Paval- box, headbrd, 2 .endtbl, plush, $75. Call (941)-497-, $350/all (941)-661-0952 lion 8000 laptop, stolen $750/all (941)-497-0014 4644 Sofa & chair, leather, good from our home on Maracaibo Bedroom Set, iecesLa-Z-Boy, beige dual recliner, cond., $200, Entertainment St., between 10am- 12noon Bedroom Set, 5 pieces, 6 mos old. Ex Cond. Cost center & matching computer on Thurs. 5/25/06. The man including mattress & $1500. Sell $700. 627-1071 desk w/hutch, $150 each. you stole this from is wheel boxspring, light wood. $600 Cal anytime l msg (9411- chair bound, elderly and on obo. Many other items. (941)` Call anytime, Iv., msg., (941) air oboun elderlyand7on Many ot697-1146her 624-5719 chemotherapy. 941- 743- b7-o.46 3018. 4 htwood Seize the sales Sofa & Love seat Bedroom set,light wood. LEXINGTON with Classified! White leather $400. 6065 CLOTHING/ single bed w/ headboard, (941)-639-4523 JEWELRY foot board, (no mattress SOFA & LOVESEAT or boxspring) computer Living room set, with sleeper NICE LOOKING SET DIAMOND BRACELET, 8 CT desk w/ hutch. Very solid, sofa, 3 pcs., $350; Lamps $140/obo (941-237-1519 TW, 10k white gold, $3,800. Very Nice. $300/obo Also 2/$20; Recliner $75; Coffee other pcs avail. Call for & end tables 4/$60; SOFA & Loveseat, all leather, (941)-627-9431 details. 941-223-2596 Hutch/Buffet $75; 2) 13" TV's beige, $550; CASTOR Chairs MEN'S 14K 8-1/2" diamond & $10 each. Call.941-766-9670 (6), off white, formica, blue gold bracelet, 22.2 grams. BEDS BEDS BEDS Livingroom Set, neutral cordoroy,,from 36" extends to 1st $400. (941)-698-5765 BEDSj BEDS BEDS Livingroom Set, neutral 72", $175. (941)-497-0014 Beautiful Factory 2ND's tweed, $500 obo. Dinette Set 1/2 To 2/3 OFF Retail & Hutch, light wood, $250 SOFA SLEEPER, Queen, beige 6070 ANTIQUES 941-627-5575 obo, (941)-697-1146 fabric, like new. $200. (941)- COLLECTIBLES 10AM-GPM Mon- Sat 625-7608 CHINA CABINET, solid cherry, Advertise Today! SOFA, $150; swivel chair, ANTIQUES WANTED $200.,(941) 276-7441 $75; chair w/ ottoman, $75; Call Pete 475-6694 or $200.,COMPUTER DESK, roll top LOVEsEAT SLEEPSOFA 48" 2 end tables, $25 ea.; oak 429-1139 $500 widLOVESEAT velveteenP SO 125 decorative desk, $75; oak ue. solid oak. 36x60 .wde. god veteen, bench, $15. (941)-235-3622 WANTED: Antique Car Parts, white wash oak, octagon ',-LRO-SU SOFA, and Matching chair, by manuals, mgs, lit. Lic. pates, table, w/leaf & 4 roller arm MATTRESS A ABSOLUTE No lk $250 takes both automobilia. 941-408-9601 chairs, $400.(941)-833-5711 ALL OUT SALE, SAVE 50% Cal 941-627-5872 ALWAYS BUYING CHINA AND UP! FREE DELIVERY. COUCH with recliners nv blue CALL 941-815-6727 SOFA, BEST DEAL IN Antiques, Paintings, Silver $100.leather love seat $60. PAPER, 3 pc sectional by New England Antiques end tbls,ent ctr. cqff tb MATTRESS A BARGAIN Kathy Ireland, 1 mo. old. 1st (941) 639 -9338 $150.xl couch w/wood. All brand NEW QUEEN or $950 takes it. 941-764-6931 DEALER SPACE AVAILABLE $250. 941-815-0715 Full, $139 Twin $100, Sofa super ornate walnut vic- New store opening in Engl. Couch, Loveseat, 2 end tbls KING $199. In plastic toran, circa 1850, like new, Izzi's Antiques - & coffee table, all new. w/warranty. Can deliver mint cond., $475 (941)-613- 30 Old Englewood Rd. $500 (941)4754864 941-518-4787 4030 John Pearce 941-266-1147 DAY BED, trundle mattress King Size w/box Table + 4 chairs, It oak, tile DINING SET: Antique w/mattresses, $75. springs. Clean, excellent con- top, 42" round to 57" oval, mahogany, 8 chairs, $1000; 941-629-5922. edition. $199 941496-4727 exc. $200. (941-629-7140 Cash Only. 941-625-1692 Page 9 IA'M& Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified 6070 ANTIQUES COLLECTIBLES ANTIQUE Booth contents for sale. Prefer to sell as total package, includes slot machines, punched tin pie face, jewelry, kitchen col- lectibles & more. Serious buy- ers only. (941-505-5025 5 GIANT TY Beanie Bears, Family of Bears, 1 over 5', Pd. over $500. Now $175. (9411- 743-3838 6090 MUSICAL GUITAR LESSONS Tommy Skeoch from the Platinum sell- ing rock band "Tesla" giving guitar lessons in the Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda area this summer. (941)-276-8483 GUITAR- ACOUSTIC JOHNSON UKE NEW $125. (941)-492-3741 MOVING SALE! Everett Piano (By Baldwin) Exc. condition! $700. (941)-743-3617 PIANO WAREHOUSE SALE Uprights Grands Players New & Used Major Brands From $595! 1941-485-1820 Classified = Sales SAXAPHONE Alto, Bundy w/ case, good cond. $250 (9411 426-5122, (954)-298-0952 6095 MEDICAL JAZZY/ Scooter chair, 4 wheel, cost $5800, used 2 mos. 6 mos wrrnty, $975. Lift also avail. 941)473-8558. JET 3 POWER CHAIR, $350. (941-474-7387 JET 3 POWER CHAIR, never used. New $4000. ASKING $900 B00 941-468-6721 6110TREES & PLANTS 1 G-15 G, Various Types incl. Oaks, Maple, Eucalyptus, Pines, Hollies, Cypress.. etc. $3.50-$55. (9411-815-1001 FREE REMOVAL OF Washingtonia's, Queen palms up to 30'. We pay cash for Pineapples, Sylvesters, & Reclanata Palms. NO CABBAGE/SABAL PALMS 941-485-9107 OR 863-491-8193 MEMORIAL WEEKEND ONLY PALM SALE Foxtails, Heavy caliper, 8to 10' $140 delivered. Installation Available. NATIVE NURSERY 941-628-3657. Orchids! Blooming now, large variety. Satori Orchid Farm 34999 Washington Loop Rd. Call FIRST 941-661-1397 TREES Live Oak Only. 1 5 gal. $5 $25. Proceeds bene- fit Harbour Heights Civic Assoc. 5 gal. size are 4-5 ft. tall. Call John (941)-255-1825 SVIBURNUM Greatforprivacy hedge, Black Olive & Orchid trees. + Many other Palms Reasonable prices 941-488-7291 6120 BABY ITEMS Gothic style vinyl fencing. 36 8' panels 2 sets New England gates. All hardware $2,000. 941-306-8789 6125 GOLF ACCESSORIES 2006 E-Z Go's- LOADED. Save $300 while supplies last. Gulf Carts of P.C. Inc. 625-7969 6128 EXERCISE/FITNESS $75.00 Weight Bench and 150lbs. in weight. Call 941-625.3702 BUYING & SELLING USED Treadmills, Exercise bikes, weight equip., Schwinn Force by Nautilus Bowflex for $599.95. Play It Again Sports. US41, Just South of Midway. 941-255-1378 COMPLETE HOME GYM SET LIKE NEW,900. Call 941-505-0343 Exercise bike, Areobic Rider, exc. cond., $100 obo, (941)- 743-7542 HIP & THIGH SCULPTER by Body By Jake, as seen on TV. $115. w/DVD. 941-623-5963 Nordic Track used on Sun- days by a little old lady. Good shape $55. 941-473-3930 Treadmill Pro Forma, Venice area, $150 obo. (610)-574- 6202 Treadmill, Nordic Track, good condition, $80 (941)-493-0848 Weight Rack, Key Fitness Brand, holds 6-8 sets of dumbells $79.99 (941)-468-8039 WESLO Expert 650 elec- tronice weight machine. $75 (941)-497-5703 6130 SPORTING GOODS 44 Magnum Colt nichel, cus- tom grips, dual action. Ana- conda. $675 (941)-426-9425 AR-10 308 CAL. law enforce- ment model, like new. $1200/obo 941-468-6721 6130 SPORTING GOODS -MARD-LAVER 'Hold Erm/lobrnanieiti etc. L'ocal.glm&:.Cal 504-8893 Colt 1911A1 .45, blue S70 reissue. NIB, 5 mags. $775. (941) 391-0109 (PC) - GLOCK .40 Cal., Model 23, 2 mags w/ ammo & Desantis leather holster, NIB, $425. *SOLD!* M1 30 Cal. Carbine $475., 54 Cal. Rolling Block Muzzle load- ing rifle, $350., 45-70 Sharps, Pd. $1,100., $850. (941-743-3838 MARLIN 30/30 Model 366CS 3X9 WA Bushnell. Like new 6165 STORAGE SHEDS/ BUILDINGS SHEDS NOW IN PT. CHAR! NEW LOCATION! 2.5 MILES EAST OF THE 1-75 OVERPASS ON KINGS HWY. PRICED TO SELL! FAST DELIVERY! (941)-629-9955 Office (941)-626-0711 (941)-623-3742 M/C, Visa & Am. Express 6170 BUILDING SUPPLIES (6) HURRICANE Panels, 87" with top & bottom tracks, $140. (941) 623-5502. 150 AMP electrical panels w/ breakers, $50 ea. (941-575- 8147 2 ROLLS of 30 Ibs. felt, tin bundles of roof shingles and 6195 FARM EQUIPMENT NH 3930 TRACTOR w/loader + bucket, 3-PT hitch + rear remotes. 48hp PTO, 52hp eng $16,500/obo 468-1664 Tractor For Sale: Nortrac 700 25HP diesel, 4-wheel drive, power steering, canopy, 3pt hitch, 12 forward speeds, w/front-loader. New, used 1 hour. $11,300. Call 941-234-7503. 6220 OFFICE/BUSINESS EQUIPJSUPPLIES HUNDREDS OF Pre-owned desks, files, chairs, confer- ence tables, partitions, workstations. All at huge savings. Office Outfitters 881 E. Venice Avenue Venice 485-7015 or 1- (800)-330-9215 6230 PETS & LIVESTOCK German Shepherd for adoption. Great with kids, adults, other animals and most dogs. Terri- fied of small dogs that bark. References, home visit and follow up visits required along with modest adoption fee. 941-539-1806 . GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS $300/EA (941)426-9566 Golden Retriever Puppies! Parents in home, 1st shots, and health certifi- cates! Ready 5/26 Call 941-627-0552 or 941- 815-3811 Golden Retriever pups. AKC health certs, best pups in town guaranteed. $600/ea. 941-626-6411 6250 APPLIANCES APPLIANCE WORLD Wash- er or Dryer $95 & up Ranges/Refrigerators $100 & up UP TO 1 YEAR WARRANTY "SPECIAL" Washer/Dryer $129 ea or $249 set, Super Capacity Delivered 766-0226 Brand New Everstar 10,O00BTU AC unit, floor model paid 499 at home depot 2 weeks ago, save $100.00 now asking, 399, has remote control and win- dow vent. (941-426-6496 Dishwasher GE potscrubber, white, exc., cond., $125 (941)-627-9468 DRYER white Kenmore dryer $60, almond dryer, $50. 941-740-4234 $400 OBO 941-468-6721 metal edging. All for &75.00. 6225 RESTAURANT GOT A REAL DOG??? Freezer, Frigidaire Upright, POOL TABLE LIGHT, wood & (941) 637-9940. SUPPLIES GOT A REAL PROBLEM??? 26"Dx28Wx55H, white, $75, stain glass, excellent condi- COMMERCIAL 18" TILE SAW GET A REAL TRAINER Micro, under counter space tion. $150 obo. Call 941-769- with stand, used once, asking 2006 Hummer hot dog 941-276-7948 saver white,S50 (941)484-0906 0111. $380. 941-743-3951 cart fully equip. fees and GREENWING MACAW, sweet & GE BUILT IN DISHWASHER REM 760 30-06 pump, good DESIGNER LAMINATED health insp paid turn key condition. $350/obo. FLOORING Never used. business.S3,500 OBO talking 1 1/2 yrs. w/cage & White, Brand new never used, condition.$350/ob FLOORING 863-8849833 play stand. $1500. Green Deluxe Quiet run model 941-468-6721 30% thicker. $.85 sq. ft. female parrotlette w/cage GSD2000 cost $299 new, Must sell. 239-3344839 $100. (941)-833-5711 asking $189.00. AMANA 26 REM 870 20 ga. mag pump 6230 PETS & Cu Ft White side by side shotn, new. $225. F RINOG IVEngineered PreESTOCK Hampsters, 3 brown/white,7 refrigerator w/ice & water 941-468-6721 finished Oak, $2.25 SF. Must black/white 8wks. Super cute! asking $150"941-255-6904 sell. Call 239-461-0054 "SCORKIES" 7wks 1 male, 2 $4.00 each. (941)-661-4238 Honeywell Air Filter w/extra Revolver, .357, Stainless Tau- GARAGE DOOR: 10'wx9'h females. $125.eac. 941-423- Hand Fed Cockatiels $35. filters $50 473-3930 or rus Tracker, 6.5" ported/vent 6 panel steel, good as new, 2321 Love Birds $40. Green Indian 223r9259 rib barrel, as new condition, rated 140MPH, $500.L Neckd$80.592-2688 $399 941-468-2823 cell. (941-623-0344 (2) ENGLISH MASTIFFS, Ring Neck $80. 592-2688 Hotpoint electric double oven fem.s, 22 mos. old, (1) JACK RUSSELL TERRIER PUP- & range, self cleaning, bisque Savage Lever Action Model Generator, Guardian Home brindel, (1) fawn, $1000 PIES, Males $350 females color, exc. cond. $100. (941)- 99R, 243 cal. Exc. cohd. 15kw/22.5kw home standby /ea. (1) English Mastiff, $450. 941475-1728 766-9742, 276-0400 $600. (9411-7434454 portable. New in crate. male, 23 mos. old, $900. $1,975, (941)-429-9530 All AKC (863) 444-0994.. LAB MIX PUPPIES KIRBY VACUUM CLEANER WALTHER P99, 40 cal. w/ with all attachments: $200 nightsites, 3 mags, black/OD Gift Cards Wanted From H. 1 Male & 2 Females, young $50/EA Venice area. 228-424-8364 2 tone. Box & manual. $500. Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowes, etc. adult Mastiff mix. Looking for 941-232-6802 (941)-627-5933 Paying cash. 941-429-9530 family to love them. Call (941)- LOVE PETS? MAYTAG Washer & Dryer, Wi628-3280 WANT TO MAKE work great, white. $250/pair. Winchester M1 Carbine, Kore- '? TO MAKE (941)-376-7653 an take home, $775. (9411- uT 6." 10 panel dog run & 2 dog A DIFFERENCE? (941-376-7653 743-4454hom, T FOR houses. $175 for .all.. VOLUNTEER AT MOST WASHERS, DRYERS.& HUMANe Impo Y (941)270-2858. Englewood Animal REFRIGERATORS CAN BE Home Improvement Ctr. Rescue Sanctuary. RAPIRED FOR $65 OR LESS 6135 BICYCLES/ We have a selection of 13.2 Hands 12 Yrs Old Rescue Sanctuary. RAPIRED FOR $65 OR LESS TRICYCLES new and gently used Bkack, rides & drives $1500. CALL US AT No srv charge 941-460-0763 building material 10 yr old 15.1 hands sorrel (941) 475-0636 RANGE, GE Profile at workforce prices, gelding, lessons & trails MACAWS 1 green wing, 1 glasstop convection oven, Like new Retro Mens 2" The proceeds help in $2000.(941)-776-0455 Harliquen, poss. mating pair. like new, $500 obo SCHWINN cruiser, springer building affordable 18 ft tandem axle horse $1500. incl. cages, must go (941)-474-1692 forks & gas tank, chrome homes for those In need. trailer with tack storage. together. Call 941-625-8465. REF., brand new 25.4 cu ft, fenders, no rust, 175. obo n 776 just west of Bumper pull, new tires, work- MALTESE/PEKES 9 wk baby- Kenmore, side-by-side, SS, 1 (941-876-1996 Sam's Club ing lights. $2,300.00. Call faced, small heavy coats. Ma- yr wrrnty, water & ice dis- 941-206-2606 863-494-4871 tese look-a-likes $395-$425 penser, minor scratches, 6140 PHOTOGRAPHY/ > .E 2 PATAGONIAN PARROTS (941)4299412 $1000. Call (941)-286-0182 VIDEO WITH CAGE $200/OBO. MEYERS CONURE WITH REFRIGERATOR KitchenAide Kitchen sink, moenstone, (941)-488-4997, AFT 5 CAGE $200/080. (941)- 21cf, bisque, over/under, less 35MM Camera, Yashica FX-3, deep double bowel, white, 488-4997 AFTER 5PM than 6 mo. old. $400 OBO 3 lenses case $100; 35MM exc., cond., $150 (941)-627- 3 gn TRLRS 6-horse, slant- 48-4 (941)-234-7974 Pentax $25. 941-627-0227 9468 load w/ dressing rm; 32' Meyers Parrot, Real Nice stock; 32' Ratbed Equip TRLR; With Cage $195 Refrigerator, Amana, white, New Sony 4.1mp digital cam- LUMBER, (20) 2X6X16s, $80. $4500/EACH OBO 468-1664 941-592-2688 side by side, ice & water dis- era (DSC-S85) with many (941)-626-9342 5 year old nice looking penser through door, like new extras $279.00 743-7748 LUMBER- Rough cut Cypress. APPALOOSA gelding, aprox.MINI DACHSHUNDS AKC cond. 36" wie, $300 obo Rot &termite resistant. Build a 15hh $2,800. 941-662-5506 1 Male, 1 Fen, second shots, 1941)-629-5752 or 315-794- 6145 POOUSPA/ barn! All real sizes, any length! Airedale AKC male wanted to health cert. 941) 638330. 9555 cellular & SUPPLIES (941)-575-7697 breedAKC female return pay- Moluccan Cockatoo $1200 REFRIGERATOR, oven/range, SHOWER STALL, 2 Seats, meant of puppy or fee (863)- with cage and perch stand micro, dishwasher. GE, white. 6 Solar heating panels 41048", white, $250. (9411-627- 558-1058 941-876-6159 Good cond. $450 (941-639- $5:,.00'each good shape no 1739 ..... ,, A... A: Lt 'ell. ai,,.:.r PAINT-HORSES; al ages& col- 3746 leaks. **SOLD** WATER AERATORTank, 180 write :40i0 Fr'ji .lrll, ors..Some.w/papers $500. & Fe-n at.r. ,ate, , gal, fiberglass, like new. raised, dew claws removed. up. 639-3518 Microwave $100. Whirlpool 18cu" refrigerator $275 8' X 48 e h.p., $150 (941)-488-8844 Health cert. shots & wormed. POMRANN T-Cup Female. 8 Glasstop Stove, $275. GE DW 8' X 8', 48 jets, 10 h.p., Parents still live at home. wks,white&cream Pocketsized $200. All items workWill SRetails $10K, will sacrifice Ready Ju 10. 941-629 $200 A items W $3,995. We Deliver 6180 HEAVY/CONST. eay June 10. 941-629- baby$550 (941)4299412 negotiate Call Stu weekends (2391-896-3827 EQUIPMENT PUG, AKC, CHAMP line. or after 9PM 258-0266 AKC min. Schnauzer, M, black Female, 4mo. health cert., Stainless Steel Glasstop HOT TUB/SPA 10x20 CONSTRUCTION & silver, ears, shots & chips, 3 sema mS Steel Glasstop HOTNew $4295TB Sacrifice 1Ox2O CONSTRUCTION & silver, ears, shots & chips, 3 shots sweet, lovable and play- Range $289. GE. Stack Wash- New $4295 Sacrifice $1695 OFFICE with PLUMBING & mo. $550. (9411-268-1704 ful. $50 (941626-2833 er/ryer $289. Both like new.sh- 28 Jets 5HP ELECTRICA, fully loaded AKC REGISTER Beautiful 3 .3 er/Dryer $429. Both like new. Deluxe Cab. We Deliver & CUSTOM BUILT. $3000. AKC REGISTER Beautiful 3 yr. Red nosed Pit Bull puppies, Must Sell 941-276-7631 old Chocolate Lab Male look- $150 price neg. (9411-391 STEAM VAC, Hoover, hardly (239)-896-3827 CALL JIM 941-626-7018 ing for female for stud ser- 4092 p n (941)-91- S V, H e, hd HOT TUB/SPA 5 PERSON 5' W x 6' CONSTRUCTION vice. 941-493-7713 4092 used, 0. (941-6254452 NEVER USED lounger, deluxe SCAFFOLDING. Slightly ALASKAN Malamute, black & ROOM to board one horse in Stove w/hood, light beige, redwood cabinet 5hp, used. $190/each, or 5 sets white, 10 mos. ACA reg. N.P. Stall & exercise ring. VERY CLEAN! $75 obo. Side 24 JETS. Retails $4295, for $850. All-Right Roofing. $350. (941)-255-0771 (941)4268361 by side refrigerator $200 obo. SACRIFICE $1695. Call 941-624-3866 **SOLD* (941)-544-0281 WE DELIVER! American Bulldog-Boxer pups 'SHIBA INU 2 yrs old, trained, BOB CAT 632, 1980's, runs 1 blk male, 1 brn female. tan & white. Needs home w/ STOVE, glass-top, $175; Dish- HUT TUB/SPA, 4-persons, red- very good. $4,450. Trailer Tails clipped. 6 wks old. kids. Very sweet, affectionate washer, $65; Microwave, wood sided, 110V, good avail. 276-1125. 50.0Ceach & bright. $350 w/ access. $15; Double SS Sink, $20 cond. $600 (941)-698-1991 *SOLD!* (941)-809-3378 (941)-697-7085 PORTABLE SPA- 6 person 6190TOOLSI Baby handed Macaws SHIHlTZUS9 wk. Small. Vari- Stove, Kitchenaid, electric 240V, 50 amp with hard MACHINERY $800.00 neg. also, other ety of colors, some solid slide in, ceramic top, white, cover. You move. $1000. birdsLeave Message beige, quality cuddle babies. $175. Microwave GE Space- (941)-698-0535 Need Cash? 1941) 697-7999. $395-$425(941)429-9373 maker XL, white, $65, *SOLD!* SOLAR PANELS (10) Have A Garage Salel Bichon Frise Pup Only one Shih-Tzu's, 2 gorgeous $300. left! AKC loving, loyal com- females, 8 mo. AKC, black & STOVE, Maytag, BRAND (941)-276-5699 MANUFACTURER'S OUTLET PURCHASE DIRECT & SAVE! View Spas at: eemspas.com SHOWROOM 371-5259 6160 LAWN & GARDEN 48" X-Mark, zero turn, low hours, $3,000 obo, (941)- 276-7673 Beautiful Outdoor 7' Kitchen Island, Gas Grill, Stainless, Granite w/ drawers, cold stor- age, casters. New! Delivered. $1,750. 429-9530 BUY NEWER MODEL RIDING MOWERS, NEEDING WORK Will pick-up. Cash. (941)-429-0079 Craftsman 17 HP 48" Riding Mower $250.00 (9411-625-1423 Honda push mower used one season $100, *SOLD* John Deere Riding Mower, 17 HP Model 180 42in cut. Mower just serviced $600 obo (863)-491-0890 SOLD John Deere Riding mower, Like new. $375; Ryder yard machine $375 941-429-0079 Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale! PUSH MOWER HIGH WHEEL BAGGER 6HP $85.; PUSH MOWER $45. 941-493-8498 RIDING MOWER 22hp hydrostatic 46" mower deck, 2003. Great shape. $499. (9411-697-6934 Snapper Rider motor does- n't run, new tires, battery, $100.*SOLD" SNAPPER, 33", 14 HP Kohler Elec Start Engine $400 or best offer. 941-661-7844 AIR COMPRESSOR, 25HP, 3 phase, $2500. (941)-815-6127 CEMENT MIXER Electric, $150. (941)-697-4752 DELTA 10" UNISAW 3 HP Excellent condition! Comes with standard fence,tenoning jig, mobile base, 2 miter gages, 6" & 8" dado inserts. $750.00. Call 941-916-4380 GENERATOR, Briggs &Strat- ton, wheelhouse, 5550, used lx. $600(941)423-3597 GENERATOR, HONDA engine, electric start, 6000W, Cole- man w/wheel kit $1,000 (941)-473-4734 Gift Cards Wanted From H. Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowes, etc. Paying cash. 941-429-9530 JACKHAMMER: HITACHI ELECTRIC, 90LBS, $500. (941)-276-5699 PRESSURE WASHER, TRAIL- ER, CHEM STORAGE & SPRAY SYSTEM $1800 OBO. (941)-276-6882 SHOPSMITH MARK 510 Upgrade, jointer, belt sander, band saw, disk sander, lathe, vertical drill press, many accessories. $850. (current new retail value $4800). Call (941-429-9050 Tile Saw MK-101, Wet Cutting, Cost $1000. Sell $600. 941-255-0969 TOOL CHEST, VERY HEAVY DUTY, 4 DRAWERS & STOR- AGE, 3' x 3' x 22" $100 OBO. Call 941-456-0053 6195 FARM EQUIPMENT 5' heavy duty bush hog mower $400, 3pt. hitch post hole dig- ger $400 863-990-8122 panion. Snow white fluff ball. Champion bloodline. Only $600. 9414754726 BIRD CAGE, 5' High, $170. (941)-613-1672 BOSTON TERRIER PUP CKC Male, Black & White, $495. 1941)-639-5858 CHOCOLATE LAB (F) Looking for a boyfriend only needs him for about a week & must be AKC registered. (941)-698-5066 COCKATIEL, babies w/cage $60. other babies & breeders $20-$30. (941)-916-0352 ,CUTE CHIHUAHUA PUPS 9 weeks old females 400.00 941-743-6353 FERRET Young female, incl cages, food & bedding. $100 (941)-474-1228 FREE KITTENS L.B. TRAINED 8wks 1/2 persian blue eyes 2 short hair white,1 long hair white & 1 long hair black GONE! Free kittens to approved home, super cute!!! (941)-629-5120 FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME!! Have a shots, (941)376-4833 in Sarasota Free puppies Dachshund Mix to loving home only (863)494- 7217 ask for Dawn FREE TO GOOD HOME Lab mix, 9 mths, Crate trained. Friendly 941-697-8714 Free to good home!!! 5 yr. old Male neutered Tabby cat, very sweet. Owner moving can not take with. (941)-475-8769 GERMAN SHEPHERD ADULTS FREE to good home. Owners illness forces placement. (941)426-9566 white, $350, 9 mos. brindle $400, all shots, (9411-575- 5199 Tame Lamb Reg. Barbados Ram, 10 wks, $125, (941)- 475-9112 or (9411475-5402 TOP DOG PETS Quality Puppies Professional Grooming. Call (941)-927-1119 Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale! TOY POODLE PUP Female White, tiny, cute, shots, health cert. $450 941-423- 9612 or 941-626-4675 TOY POODLE puppies. AKC black, tan, party. $350. (9411- 235-1417 WANTED Beagle female pup. Prefer white markings. Call 941-286-7577 Yorkie puppy, M, 1st shots & Hlth Cert, AKC. Ready 6/6, $1200 (941)270-2858. Yorkie pups, 2 AKC males, 9 week's old. 1st & 2nd shots. $500 each. (941)-286-0267 6250 APPLIANCES 10,000 BTU. 115V. Good con- dition. $180. 941-3914988 2ND HAND TREASURE Stoves $95+ Refrig $125+ Washers $110+ DrPers $95+ A/C 24,000 BTU. Cool/Heat. 208V. Like new. $430. 941- 391-4988 Air Conditioner portable. 2004 Fedders 7200BTU roll around model, NOT a window model. $250/OB0. 941-268-1018 Amana 25 cu ft side-by-side ref. Bisque color. Ice & water disp. controls in door, glass shelves. Exc. cond. $150. (9411766-9742, 276-0400 NEW, Electric Slide-in, Coil Top, White $450 941- 258-4901 Washer & Dryer white works excellent. $75 ea., (941)-815- 6005 WASHER & dryer, Brand new Frigidaire, $400/both. (941)- 764-0753 leave message. WASHER & DRYER, LESS THAN 2 YRS OLD LIKE NEW. $250/obo. (941)-429-8783 WASHER & Dryer, SS tubs, seasonal use, good shape. $300/set. (941)-815-5355 WASHER, WHIRLPOOL, white, just serviced, $125. Vgc. Ken- more Refrig., 18 cf, almond, vgc. $125. (9411408-6265 WE remodeled kitchen cabi- nets, counter tops, sink, GE dishwasher, Kenmore refriger- ator, all in good cond. $200 takes all/you haul. SOLD! 6260 MISCELLANEOUS All interior. doors $10-15 ea, Brand new 6' slider $200., 4 ceiling fans $35.ea, 2 mirror bath lights, $25.ea All work- ing. Will neg. Call Stu week- ends or after 9PM 258-0266 Beautiful Outdoor 7' Kitchen Island, Gas Grill, Stainless, Granite w/ drawers, cold stor- age, casters. New! Delivered. $1,750. 429-9530 Bicycle, 3-wheel child carrier; 22" self-propelled lawnmower; 7-pc lanai set. $50/ea obo. (941-697-7332 or 468-2602 CURBING EQUIPMENT Every- thing you need incl. cement mixer & Sod cutter All new. $13,500/obo 941-497-1011 FREE-YOU HAUL 5-wall mirrors for dance or workout room. 4'x10' Sunal Tanning bed, not working. 941-375-8158 941-735-0960 6260 MISCELLANEOUS 7020 BUICK 7030 CADILLAC TRANSPORTATION SUNCOAST AUTO OUTLET Taking Pre-Owned To the next level! CAR'S TRUCK'S SVAN'S 6 SUV'S All Makes! All Models! Like new vehicles at Pre-Owned prices 2003 BUICK REGAL Only 21,000 miles, leather, full power and more. 6203a 941-922-1522, dlr. 2004 BUICK LESABRE $15,980 941-924-3040 ., Generator, Guardian Home 15kw/22.5kw home standby portable. New in crate. $1,975 (941)-429-9530 Heavy Duty Ladder & Board Rack ideal for Const. work, 2" tubing (has stop Rack) For flat bed call (2391-771-6190 $1850 obo 16'8"1g X7'8"wX4'5.5"tall Can be made to fit HURRICANE PANELS 20 aluminum panels 84"x15" w/tracks. $20/panel (941)637-2694 LOOM $50; Queen Murphy Bed $75; Hayward Wakefield Lg oval table w/ 2 leafs, & 4 chairs. $150. 941-474-4452 WORK BENCH w/vise $50; Vacuum Cleaner $25. (941)- 408-8807 6270 WANTED TO BUY/TRADE A COLLECTOR BUYING Old Fishing Lures, Rods, Reels. Call 941-743-9114 I PAY THE MOST!! Gift Cards Wanted From H. Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowes, etc. Paying cash. 941429-9530 Old Books Many topics wanted. (941)-575-6705 RETIRED PAINTER needs spa for medical reasons. Will paint in trade for spa. (941) 916-2755. WANTED Fiberglass topper for 1996 Chevy Ex-Cab 6' bed. (941)-270-2034 or (941)-475-8236 7000 2000 DEVILLE 64K mi, good cond. $7,900 (941)-234-7127 GENE GORAIW'S 2001 SEVILLE STS, LOW MI! 1 OWNER, ESTATE SALE. PERFECT! $16,500. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2002 STS pearl blush, sun- roof, Ithr, int., loaded, 43k mi., 1 own., garage kept, dealer maint., $16,500. (941)-637- 0689 SOUTHERN TRUST 2003 Cadillac CTS Luxury for less! $20,994. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2004 CTS Cadillac, 4-door, Grey, 24,400 easy miles. Recommended Maintenace followed, beautiful condition. EXTRAS; Spoiler, grill cover for all lights and fancy grill, in front. $21,500.00 OBO. Financing available with good credit. Call: 239-250-3141 or 239-250-1427 2005 DEVILLE LOADED ONLY 11K MILES $32,880 2006 DEVILLE, DHS, EVERY OPTION $45,980 7040 CHEVROLET SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Buick Century Great Buy! $11,998. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 ARCADIA Chevrolet/Buick/Pontiac Chevy Trucks Special Event Vehicles on SALE now! 2006 Buick Lucerne CXL 8K miles St# 3137013 ' was 29,630 now $22,984 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 5K miles St# 323869 was $24760 now $18,984 2006 Buick Lacrosse 2K miles St# 3129061 was $24,235 now $18,984 2006 Buick Terraza CXL 6K miles St# 3143710 was $31,190 now 19,984 2006 Pontiac Torrent 8K miles St# 3017261 was $23,600 now $18,884 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 12K miles St# 3110606 was $23,845 now $16,884 2006 Buick Rendezvous 7K miles St# 3534212 was $26,595 now $17,984 2006 Pontiac Montana 5K miles St# 136931 was $25,840 now $17,984 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer, St# 3122898, was $26,700 now $15,984 lllrl I. h .,nr ,l l Ili. ji-i.-[ ~PLATTNERS N ttFR ;. r._ I- $5500,00/obo. w941-625- 800-479-3838 4888 h941-474-0056 1991 Chevy Lumina, New 7025 BMW Brakes, Tires, Belts, Tint, CD Player&Speakers. Runs Nice- -i W ,: ,,:,, ly $995. 258-0776 t : 6,: .: ~.1r .'1'11r., 1994 Chevy Camaro. Police ': 1 a re I -' :. Impounds! $995! For listings: S- 800-749-8116 ext. C862 lbr 3aC rt.:.r:.:; [, t ter, nor,' -w'' -,. I:,,:I:';FE E ,':,m'b ,Ei :m .: It r ar.a I 'tC-I 1 ,-,.-. r .,. ,; ,-Il rul. I I! 5.0'', '4i I 1. .', '- new. Call John 941468-6721 i r:ih.8i.,W ,1 Fe.j ~ ,lr.i. 1997 Cavalier 4dr, auto, .. mle. ir,; :,, ,.N.. r IJi ; air, low miles, clean. brec: E. .:ellnr ,:,:',,. $3,990 Cramer Toyota !.1- ;:. 941 5 -J. ,4 .I ,:,.r 1-800-507-1543 Certified w/ warranty! Credit Union 2001 M3, 6 SPEED, Members Welcome! BLPE, LOADED, ONLY 1305 Tamiami Trail $S1K MIl.! 9 33800 (US 41) Punta Gorda (941)-639-7300 2005 BMW 325 LOADED 9K MILES LIKE NEW T T T $29,800 CN ." IN. N .N .nh...n z_ -eN---- y 1-2-34 PUNTA GORDA 2005 BMW 330 ci OFFICE CONVERTIBLE LOADED. O.C S39.980 NOW OPEN FOR.ALL CUSTOMER SERVICE BUSINESS 331 SULLIVAN ST (Green 2-story house, ground fl, Corner of W. Vir- ginia Ave. and Sul- livan St.) BUSINESS HOURS Monday -.Friday 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. (941) 205-1000 7020 BUICK 05/28/06 1983 Buick, 4'dr., 46K orig. mi. Int. great. Needs minor work. $1500. 941-743-6503 1995 BUICK Riveria, bur- gundy/white, 43k miles, like new, $4900. **SOLD** 1995 Century 4dr, dark blue, runs good, priced for a quick sale $2800 obo. (941)-637- 8476 1996 Buick Century. 123k mi. $2100/obo. 941-629-0326 GE GORMAN'S 1999 PARK AVENUE, LTHR, LOW MI! 1 OWNER, ESTATE SALE! $9,750. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 BUICK LESABRE 30K mi, loaded one owner CarFax certified and clean as new. $10988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7030 CADILLAC 1987 BROUGHAM 1 owner, good tires, new batt. Runs well $1500. 941-492-3633 1991 SEDAN DE VILLE,,97k mi., gray: Runs great! $1,700. obo (941-639-3616 1992 Sedan Deville, leather, power, air, 107k mi., $2,000 obo (9411-255-9462 1995 Sedan DeVille, loaded, leather, sunroof, Dark Green, $3,795. PRO-POWER AUTO SALES (941) 627-8822 or (941) 628-0453 1998 CADILLAC DEVILLE 48K mi, CarFax Certified one owner, like new $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (9411966-7111 AUTO CITY GENE GORKAN'S 1998 DE VILLE, LOW MI! LOADED! TOTAL LUXURY CAR! $8,788. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 1998 ELDORADO ETC champagne, 92k miles, $6995. 941-769-0781 1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE 52K mi, one owner new car trade, CarFax Certified $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Low mi, garage kept, CarFax certified one owner $12988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 1998 Malibu, 106k, $2,995 (941)-223-6646 1999 Camaro T-top. V-6 Automatic, Only 75,000 miles. Great shape, $7500. 941-266-0569 2000 CAMARO Cony., 60K mi, loaded w/ options,, CarFax certified clean as new. $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2000 CHEVROLET VENTURE LT, low mi, leather, loaded $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2000 IMPALA SE Cold air, leather, CD, 1 owner, 74K mi $5900 (941)-376-7653 GENE GORMAN'S 2001 CAVLIER Z24, AUTO, 4 CYL, SR, LOADED! GORGEOUS! $7,100. 639-1601, Punta Gorda GENE GORNAN'S 2001 IMPALA, LS EQUIPPED, LTHR, PWR. SEAT. PERFECT! $10,500. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 PRISM 47K AUTO, 4DR, New tires,cold AC, CD/stereo $5700 941-716-3011 DLR SOUTHERN TRUST 2002 Chevy Camaro Sporty! T-Tops. $12,988. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2002 CORVETTE Z06 COUPE, RED, LOW MILES 2003 Cavalier 4dr, auto, a/c, good gas mileage, looks great, runs greatly $9,000/obo 941-234-2242 Paae 10 1980 CORVETTE, High Perf. 350. Needs TLC. $4500/ trade? 941- 815-6149 1989 Corvette nice red,glass top new tires, 6 speed. Page 11 SIincrili Mav 92R 2006. Real Estate Classified .-- -J, .--, -cy -U, -- - 7040 CHEVROLET 2003 IMPALA LS 4 dr Sedan, mint cond, low miles, priced to sell $11,500 Call for infor- mation (3131-715-9578 2004 CHEVY CAVALIER SAVE AT THIS PRICE $7.995 2005 CHEV AVEO LT 4DR, AUTO, VERY CLEAN ONLY 15K $9,999 ' |2006 CHEV MALIBU| LT 4DR LOADED ONLY 13K $13.999 7050 CHRYSLER 1994 LEBARON Conv. V-6. Runs good. Priced to sell $1,600/obo. 941- 626- 7682. 1997 CONCORDE LX 6 cyl, auto, A/C, 125K mi, nice cond. $1750 OBO (941)-650-5785 1999 CONCORD LXI, EVERY OPTION. 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING JXI conv, 40K mi, leather, loaded, CarFax certified $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2000 Sebring Conv.JXI 59,000 mi.,VGC-$7500 BO- 941-639-2794 GM E GO AN'S 2001 SEBRING CONV. LXI, LEATHER, ALL PWR., CD. FUN IN THE SUN! $12,888 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2001 SEBRING, LXI 2002 Chrysler 300M auto, air, Ithr, all power. $12,990 Cramer. Toyota 1-800-507-1543 SOUTHERN TRUST S reV ,i r -P ', T.' u- ': . Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2002 PT CRUISER 42K mi, touring edition, Car- Fax certified $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (9411-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2002 PT CRUISER Limited 68K mi, leather, sunroof, loaded, CarFax certified one owner, clean as new $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (9411-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2002 SEBRING CONVERT. LXI 64809MI $11,995 1-800-367-5559 DIr 2002 TOWN & COUNTRY $10,980 2003 CHRYSLER 300M Leather, full power, low miles and alum. wheels. x2175a 941-923-9500, dir. 2004 CHRYSLER PT i CRUISER LOADED 2004 CHRYSLER Sebring GTC Convertible (White with black top) CLEAN! V6, 4 New Tires Only 34,000 miles, Factory warranty..Asking $14,900. Call 941-716-5113 2004 Crossfire, 54 miles, like new, loaded, $18,500 obo (941)-468-7815 2004 Dodge Durango SLT Hemi, Ithr, 3rd row seat, loaded. Cramer Toyota 1-800-507-1543 2004 PT CRUISER Loaded, lots of chrome, blue w/ char- coal cloth, sharp. $9650 Call (941)-473-8916 2006 CHRYSLER 300M ONLY 7K MI S20,980 2006 CHRYSLER 300 TOUR- leather, low miles, full power and more. Only $22,995. x2036 941-922-0711, dir. 2006 CHRYSLER 300C RST HEMI DVD'S NAVI. ALL OPTIONS BLACK 1700 MILES $42,980 Eff~mgIIg 7050 CHRYSLER 2006 PT Cruiser, fully loaded, 7k mi., new inside & out, bright blue, $12,990, Brittney's Auto Store (941)-235-7467 7060 DODGE *-2000 GMC Yukon Denali, 4x4, AT, V8, 78 931 mi. $14 995 1-800-367-5559 DIr 1985 Dodge 600 Conv. 4cyl. A/C (134) New tires, comput- er, brakes, battery, records of maint. $1700/obo 941-626- 7402 1995 Dodge Stratus, 4 Door, A/C, Auto 6-cylinder, Electric Door/Windows, alarm, key- less entry, CD Stereo, new brakes & tires, nice interior, $2000/obo Call Danny 941-625-8468 eve or day & leave message GENE GORMAN'S 2002 NEON SXT, LOW MI! PWR. OPTIONS, AUTO. IMMACULATE! $8,575. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2003 DODGE INTREPID SE Super clean, 63K mi, CarFax certified $7988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY GENE GORNAN'S 2003 NEON SE, ONLY 40K MI! AUTO, LOADED, AC. GAS SAVER! $8,988. 625-2141, Pt. Char. S2005 DODGE CARAVAN I SE V6, POWER W/L, I VERY CLEAN. ONLY 27K SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Dodge Neon Factory Warranty $10,988. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2005 DODGE NEON LOADED, SPOILER, RED -m 7070 FORD 7080 JEEP 1999 ZX-2 G /I 60K mi, loaded cool coupe, GENE CarFax certified extra clean GOA A 'I $3988 or low monthly GUO RMAN 'S payments with FINANCE 2002 GR. CHEROKEE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. LTD., 4X4, V8, 38K MI! (941)-966-7111 TOW PKG., $17,988. AUTO CITY 625-2141, Pt. Char. GENE SOUTHERN ORivA S TRUST GOR AN S 2003 Jeep Wrangler 2000 ESCORT ZX2, AUTO, Fun N the Sun $15,875. FULLY EQUIPPED. Car faxed. GAS SAVER! $5688. Low downpayment with 625-2141, Pt. Char. guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 S |2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LARADO Check out our LEATHER, 2WD ONLY inventory at: 21IK $16,999 www.jetautoservice.com *0 1 0*.. 2001 ESCORT ZX-2, gas saver, cold A/C, 60K miles, $5800. Call 941-204-5281 7085 LEXUS 2001 Ford Crown Vic LX,full power,all G EN leather,Pearl White,Premi- G urn sound,57k,cared for f with TLC $11,50000 GO M AN' B.426-7308/M.258-5123 1999 ES300, LOW MI! 1 OWNER, ESTATE SALE! G NjE PERFECT! $11,800. GORM AN'Sl 639-1601, Punta Gorda 1999 LEXUS ES300 2001 TAURUS SES, PW, LOADED CLEAN PL, LOADED, LOW MI! LIKE $12,880 NEW! $8,988. .,nn * 625-2141, Pt. Char. Need Cash? 2000 Lexus LS400. Have A Garage Sale! Superb condition, 57K miles, desert tan, beige 2003 FOCUS 26476 miles,. interior, CD player & main- Priced on inspection. tenance records. Loaded 941-488-1148 and below retail value. $21,500. Luke Taylor, GENE 941-626-2645. S2001 LEXUS E300 GORM AN'S 46K MILES CERTIFIED 2003 FOCUS ZTS, AUTO, S17.980 4 CYL., LTHR. LOADED! GORGEOUS! 10,200. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2003 FORD FOCUS ZX3 2001 LEXUS 1S300 CPO 48K mi, alloys, sporty CarFax PLUS 3.9% WHITE certified and super clean 519.980 $6988 or low monthly 'i *jW payments with FINANCE I PLANS FOR EVERYONE. 941M66 7111 2002 LEXUS ES300 AUTO ClfT CERTIFIED PLUS 3.99. 2003 FORD MUSTANG GT LOADED RED $17,980 . kiAlulj 941924304 ''11i 2003 FORD MUSTANG V-6, auto, CarFax S2005 DODGE NEON I certified $10988 SXT4DR, AUTO, LLOADEDI or mn,,,tl ,m T A- ONLY 13K Q9,999 with FINANCE PLANS L 1F E E59,999 F .'E l .' A TO(941)-966-7111, AUTO -CITY 2005 Neon STX, 8,500 mi., 2nd. car, exc. cond. $11,900 (239)-707-6086 cellphoine 2006 DODGE STRATUS SXT 4DR,ONLY 12K :01 ,, 2006 Stratus STX, 4 Dr., white, fully loaded, 10k mi., $12,990. Brittney's Auto Store (941)-235-7467 7070 FORD -2003 FORD MUSTANG LX SEDAN 5spd AC, 64 109mi $6 995. 1-800-367-5569 Dir w-2005 five hundred se AT, AC V6, 16,440MI, $16,995 1-800-367-5559 Dir 1985 Ford F-150 needs work. first $800 takes it (9411-232-8833. 1986 Ford Mustang GT Cony. 75,000 mi, new top, new paint rebuilt perf. eng./tranny New Kumo tires/wheels $5000 obo (8631-990-0834 1992 Mustang GT Conv 5.0 V8 63k mi Fair condition. $3500. 941-637-7748 1994 TAURUS SHO, MK VII interior, power everything, cold air, many new parts, $2000. (9411-276-7441 1995 Ford Escort LX 4 door, one owner, 90,000 miles, looks & runs good, good mileage. $2,700. 941-255-9887 1995 MUSTANG GT 5 spd, good cond., all power $5,500/obo. (941)-475-2973 1996'THUNDERBIRD LX 50K mi, V-8, spotless, CarFax certified $4988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 1997Ford Mustang, .5 spd- conv. red., new tires, cold A/C, MUST SELL THIS WEEK. $4000. OBO 941-623-2829 1998 Mustang GT 4.6L V8 5-speed 105K mi, runs great, nice cond. Green w/Tan leather, A/C and many add ons. $6000 obo. 941-624-2192, leave message. 1999 TAURUS SE 68K mi., loaded w/ options, CarFax certified .clean as new. $5988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY GENE GORMAN'S 2003 MUSTANG GT MACH I, LOW MI, LEATHER, SPOILER. $20,788. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2004 FORD TARUS LOADED $R8995 2004 GT Mustang, loaded, extremely clean, well main- tained, 13k miles, asking $17,500 (941)-815-1962 SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Ford Focus Great fuel econ. $10,995. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Ford Taurus Full Pwr. Options. $11,765. Car faxed: Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 ONLY 19K Mi. S22980 11 Pto NZOF-1 : lpo, 14 oi 2002 LEXUS ES300 ONLY 17K MILES, CERTIFIED + 3.900 I77I'TN'i1iVTi'1U'uI i TolFre80 -263 6 NeedTo Pace Enter your classified ad online and pay with your credit card. It's fast, easy, and convenient. Go to sun-herald.com/classi- fieds. Fast Convenient Easy Sun-Herald.com/classifieds (Visa or Mastercard) SUNA 7080 JEEP 1975 & 1974 Mail Jeeps, 1 for parts & the other needs work. $400. for pair. (941)- 276-0231 7100 MERCURY 7145 ACURA 7085 LEXUS LEXUS CERTIFIED- PER-OWNED.EVERY MODEL 3.9% APR FINANCING FOR A LIMITED TIME DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO GET INTO A LEXUS FOR LESS! UP TO 36 MO'S LEXUS CERTIFIED PER-OWNED EVERY MODEL 3.9% APR FINANCING FOR A LIMITED TIME DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO GET INTO A LEXUS FOR LESS! UP TO 36 MO'S 7090 LINCOLN 7110 OLDSMOBILE -2003 LS SPORT PKG AT, V6, AC, 34,225MI, $18,995 1-800-360-5559 DIr 1985 Lincoln Towncar White Lots of new parts. Moving abroad must sell $800 obo 941-286-9502 1990 TOWNCAR new tires, battery, alternatork, avg. 20 mpg, 147k mi., good cond in & out. Asking $2400. Cal (9411-637-4677 ' 1992 Towncar, silver/tan leather, clean, runs good, 88K $1450. (941)-625-7411 1994 TOWNCAR New tires, great cond, very reliable, FI car. $2950 FIRM Call betwn 10-2:30PM (941)-426-5439 GORA'S 1998 CONTINENTAL, LEATHER, PEARL WHITE. ONLY 58K MI! $9,888. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2001 TOWNCAR 45,600 mi, tan, power everything,leather, CD,all windows tinted $11,500 /obo Call (941)-492-4753 GORBAN'S 2002 LS, V8, LOW MI! 1 OWNER, ESTATE SALE! PERFECT! $14,900. G 639-1601, Punta Gorda 1988 Olds Cutlass Supreme, 2 dr, white, good condition!! $2,000 obo. (941)-698-1907 1994 Achieva 4dr, 4cyl, new A/C, runs good!! $800 obo. 941-626-7063 Iv., msg. 1995 OLDS 98 LOADED, CLEAN, 81K MILES. $2 995 I I 1995 OLDS 98 LOADED. CLEAN, 81K MILES. $2,995 1996 AURORA, loaded, 90K mi. $4,000/obo. Must sell! (9411-629-7632 1998 OLDS 88, 49K miles on engine, 3 months warranty, good condition, cold A/C, $4000 obo. 941-456-8712 2001 Aurora, 60k mi., leather, sunroof, loaded. $9,500 obo. (941)-468-6859 2002 OLDS ALERO V-6, low mi, loaded, CarFax certified one owner $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7130 PONTIAC ..q."nflA 1. AM ar -rLMA L V-uuc2 4 GiR' AM AT, 94192-3407100 MERCVRY 4CYL, AC 40,041MI, -!u., ', ... (,,/ ,,. 17 v,51 1 $8 995 15 DIr 2002 LEXUS RX300 1988 Grand Marquis good LOADED, CERTIFIED A* cond., runs good, pIower win- 2001 FIREBIRD 40K mi, T- 3.9% ONLY 44K MILES dows $700 obo 623-0639 Tops, leather, come wheels. S22 o.9 1990 Grand Marquis, loaded, $12,900 (941)-661-3457 new tires, very gd condo 4 24 3 I 24,000 K ON NEW MOTOR 2003 PONTIAC VIBE (863)-990-2366 41K mi, 38 mpg, CarFax Cer- tifled $10988 or low monthly 2002 LEXUS RX300 1993 COUGAR V6, A/C, pwer payments with FINANCE WHITE, LOADED, CLEAN windows, good cond, $1200. PLANS FOR EVERYONE. $19,980 (941)-769-1975, 698-2942 (941)-966-7111 I 1994 GRAND MARQUIS, AUTO CITY white, orig. owner, 70K mi., good tires, exc. cond. $4500. 2002 Lexus RX 300. Call 941- 255-9338 after PONTIAC Superb condition, 58K. 6pm GRAND AM miles, silver, black interior,LOADED S10,980 CD player & maintenance 1996 Grand Marquis LS, 1 I' records. Loaded & below owner, 130k highway mi., all retail value. $22,500. Luke service records, 100% beautiful Taylor, 941-626-2645. $2,800 Englewood 380-1944 ,004 PONTIAC GRAND AM 2003 LEXUS GX470 CPO PLUS 3.9% APR 2003 LEXUS RX300 CERTIFIED PLUS 3.9% LOADED S27,850 2004 LEXUS LX470 LOADED, CERTIFIED + 3.9' S48,500 2004 LEXUS RX330 SAVANNAH CERTIFIED S 3.9. $28 980 MIIM IOWAI.el- . 2006 LEXUS 4OH WHITE LOADED ; $5900 WaE =S a RM RD. 941-924-304 2006 LEXUS GX470 5K MILES S46.800 2006 LEXUS GX470 NAVIGATION 4K MILES $48.800 2006 LEXUS RX330 WHITE LOADED S# 070082A $36,980 1993 CHEROKEE 2WD, Flow tires, Runs good, $4500/obo_ 941-426-7837 or 416-0963 2006 LEXUS SC430 1994 Cherokee Grand Loredo BLUE/ECRU 200 MILES 6 cyl, pwr brakes, pwr win- 563980 I dows, tilt steering, 134K *,. Needs wk. Must sell due to health. $2000. obo 258-0266 1997 GRAND MARQUIS, Good condition, clean. Beautiful car! $2995. Call 941-624-0761 1999 GR. MARQUIS LS 55K mi., spotless one owner, CarFax certified $7988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111, AUTO CITY 1999 SABLE GS 50k mil, 24V 3.0L loaded, white/tan Ithr, $4900. Cell 651-245-1608 2001 GRAND MARQUIS Silver, fully loaded, all leather, 4dr, 35k miles. $10,500. S 941-828-0265 2001 MERCURY VILLAGER ESTATE Wagon, low miles, leather, loaded, CarFax certified like new. $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (9411-966-7111 AUTO CITY GENE GORMAN'S 2001 SABLE LS PREMIUM, LTHR., LOW MI! 1 OWNER. PERFECT! $8,000. 639-1601, Punta Gorda GENE GORMAN'S 2001 SABLE LS PREMIUM, LTHR., LOW MI! 1 OWNER. PERFECT! $8,000. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 SABLE LS WAGON 79K mi, leather, power pedals, premium pkg, CarFax certified one owner & near flawless, $6988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941-966-7111 AUTO CITY SE V-6, laoded, CarFax certi- fied $9988 or low monthly \ payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7135 SATURN 1997 SATURN SL2, Gold, sun roof, 40K mi., exc. cond. $5,000. Call 941- 255-9338 after 6pm 2000 LW-2 WAGON 38K mi., leather, loaded, CarFax certified one owher, spotless $7988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7160 HONDA 7177 KIA 20I I03 HONDA PILOT I 2002 KIA SPECTRA GS 2005 IDX TOURING, 200 HNAL50K mi, full fact warr, LOADED S33,980 4X4 LOADED ONLY 62K CarFax certified $6988 I$15,999 or low monthly W S Hon. payments with FINANCE 9 3o e PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 ARA%',O 2004ACURATL3.244DR AUTO CITY VOLVO'1 LEATHER LOADED VERY WE HAVE THEM .ALL CLEAN ONLY 40K S T H BEST SELECTION $23,999 SOUTHERN BEST PRICES TRUST NOWHEREE LEXIS CPO'S .TllCFlr8 232 TRUST 39 FINANCING 3 MO'S 2004 Kia Optima AND FOR CREDIT Great Gas Mileage! $10,845. ISSUES ALL SECONDARY 2004 HONDA ACCORD Car faxed. LENDERS AS WELL LOADED EX Low downpayment with EVERYONE EVERYONE $18,900 guaranteed financing. RIDE.S. 01 (941)-766-0050 941-924-3040 20050K5IA AMANT WILDE LEXUS 2004 HONDA PILOT EXL VERY CLEAN, LOADED OF SARASOTA LOADED 4X4 VERY SUNROOF, LEATHER, CLEAN, ONLY 24K ONLY 17K $15,999 HE HAlT IHEM AILI BEST SELECTION BEST PRICES HNY-IH E RE 1.LEUS C PO' 3.9"o FIN.N(lING 36 IO'S AND FOR CREDIT ISSLUIS ALL SECONDARY LENDERS AS WELL ElERYONE EVERYONE RIDES. 941-924-3040 WILDE LEXUS OF SARASOTA 7160 HONDA 1985 Accord 2 Door Hatch- back, 5 speed, new tires, plugs and wipers. AC is Cold. Price to sell $500. (941) 235- 9335 1988 HONDA CRX SI, 5 spd. Clean! Runs great! $2,500. (941)-286-4599 1990 HONDA CRX w/ B18 motor. 5 spd. $1,500. 941- 286-4599 7163 HYUNDAI 1998 HYUNDAI 62K mi, good on gas, runs good. $4000 OBO (941)-497-0014 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT FL 4 dr, 17K original mi, auto, CarFax Certified $7988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2002 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS 4CYL 1 OWNER GREAT CONDITION AUTO CD ICE COLD AIR 77K MILES WOOD- GRAIN LIKE NEW INTERIOR MUST SELL PRICE $4900 CALL 941-735-8599 2002 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS V6, A/T, no smoke, kids, pets. Garage kept, power every- thing, sunroof, prem. sound, Exc. cond, 49K mi., 10K on warr. All records. $8900 080 (941)-483-9147 1996 HONDA ACCORD 2003 HYUNDAI ELANTRA EX LOADED, 71K MILES GLS 4DR AUTO ONLY .34,250 40K 58,999 1999 ACCORD EX Coupe O TR Low mi, leather, sunroof SOUTHERN CarFax certified, clean as TRUST new $9988 or low monthly 1 U payments with FINANCE 2004 Hyndai Elantra PLANS FOR EVERYONE. Sale Priced! $9,490. (9411-966-7111 Car faxed. s If\ Low downpayment with AUTO I C T guaranteed financing. I BUY HONDAS! (941)-766-0050 Any Shape, Any Condition, 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Any Year! only 9700 miles, full 941-743-2086/286-4599 power, and more on this 2000 HONDACIVIC EX new car tradR. 60981.- 2000 HONDA-CIVICEX 941-922-0712, dr, Coupe, loaded CarFax 941-922-0712, dir, certified $9988 or low monthly payments ITE with FINANCE PLANS G0S FOR EVERYONE. G M A (941)-966-7111 2004 SONATA GLS, V6, AUTO CITY LOW Ml! LOADED! A STEAL AT $14,788. 2000 HONDA CIVIC EX, 625-2141, Pt. Char. 42000mi. lots of extras, 2005 XG350L, Only 5,300 mi! $9500 863-990-1402 leave 10 yr. 0l0K bumper to message bumper warranty! All mainte- 20 HONDAS-2000 nance records. Many extras! SUPER CLEAN0ONLY23KO $19,500. obo (941)-743- SUPER CLEAN ONLY 2 3601 or (941)-276-0759 GENE GORMAN'S 2002 ACCORD EX, V6, MOONROOF, LTHR, PWR. EVERTHING! $15,988. 625-2141, Pt. Char. SOUTHERN TRUST 2002 Honda Accord Sporty, $12,988. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 7165 INFINITI 2003 INFINITI FX45, sil- ver,. mint cond, 10,500 miles (still under warran- ty), $34,900 obo. Call 941-270-1024, 697-6245 2005 FX35, 34k mi., exc. cond. $29,900, (941)-204-9400 2005 INFINITI G35 Sedan 5K mi. loaded. Dk blue, grey Ithr. $28,900. 941-493-0976 7175 JAGUAR 2000 Vanden Plas, 22k mi., alpine green, showroom cond $26,000 obo (941)-661-6677 Wid iSnHod SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Kia Sportage Auto, Like new! $11,579. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 7180 MAZDA GENE GORKAN'S 1999 MIATA MX5, AUTO, LOW MI., WARR. DROP THE TOP & GO! $9,990. 639-1601, Punta Gorda SOUTHERN TRUST. 2001 Mazda Miata Conv, low miles. $12,979. Car faxed. Low down payment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2001 Miata, Convertible, auto, 17,300 mi., all power, $11,000. 941-629-4487 2002 PROTEGE, LOADED, CLEAN $7,995 2004 MAZDA 3 LOADED 13K MILES $SAVE $13,980 7190 MERCEDES, 1989 560 SL Conv.,. hard- top w/ rack. Lo miles, Only 62K. Exc. cond. Serious inquiries only $16,500. 626-7682. 1999 MERCEDES E320 55K mi, CarFax Certified one owner, clean as new $16988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2001 MERCEDES C240 ONLY 26K MILES $19,980 2001 MERCEDES E320 LOADED ONLY 27K MILES $21,800 2002 MERCEDES SL500 RED ONLY 8K MILES $43,988 'I m a 4, 2005 JAGUAR X TYPE 2004 MERCEDES E320 2003 ACCORD EX, FLAWLESS ONLY 7K GRAPHITE LOADED LEATHER, V6 $17,689 MILES BLACK $27980 FLAWLESS LOW MI $35980 i YARD & GARAGE SALES 105 ARCADIA AREA 2003 WAGON 05/28/06 10 Q98an USED SATURNS 20 to choose from $1,599 + UP 4 Saturn VUEs SALES, SERVICE & PARTS PRO-POWER AUTO SALES HIDDEN IND. PARK (941) 627-8822 (941) 628-0453 7145 ACURA 1999 Acura TL, fully loaded, 25 mpg, 77K mi., $11,900. (941)-204-7306 2004 ACURA TSX LOADED.LEATHER, SK MILES. S21 500 ,,I , 110 ENGLEWOOD AREA SuSUN only, 11-3pm, _114402 Ingrraham Blvd, S Gulf Cove. MOVING SALE! Furn, decor, sporting goods & other misc. 120 LAKE SUZY AREA - SUN., MON. & TUES, I9am-4pm, 10405 Sw Riverview Circle. (Kings Hwy. to R. on Peace River Dr. near Navigator Bar & Grill) Oak 3- pc ent. cntr. like new, furni- ture, tables, chests, kit. set, women bicycle, lawn items. Need Cash? Have A Garage Sale 125 NOKOMIS/OSPREY 135 PORT CHARLOTTE AREA AREA I HUGE YARD SALE @625 -King St-Nokomis behind Kiles Hardware from 7:00am Sat, May 27 to Sun evening. Kitchen appliances, floor freezer, refrigerator, matching Whirlpool Duet front load washer and dryer, TV's, elec- tronics, furniture, hand and power tools, gas yard equip- ment, TRAMPOLINE, indoor and outdoor Christmas deco- rations, car audio, and other household goods. 130 NORTH PORT B-SAT. & SUN. 8AM-2PM 4190 Weiman Ave. GARAGE SALE!!!! 135 PORT CHARLOTTE AREA FRI, SAT & SUN 8-4 23038 Foote Av,off Mid- way, behind school I. MOVING SALE Everything Must Go!! FRI, SAT, SUN. Huge Moving sale 1128 Lemars Ave. off rock creek SAT-SUN, 8-2, 1317 YATES ST. (off Quesada). Antiques, Electronics, Furniture, Cloth- ing (inc. girls 0-12mos) -Sun Mon. 8-1, W 14492 Ransom Ave. Lots of misc!!!! 140 PUNTA GORDA AREA F FRI.-SAT-SUN. 801 Lincoln St. Toys, Furniture, Dishes, Clothes (kids, adult), dog stuff, etc. 150 SARASOTA AREA SAT. MAY 27 10AM-5PM SUN MAY 28 10AM-4PM 801 N. Tamiami Tr. FLEA MARKET Sarasota Municipal Auditorium Call (941)-954-4165 I 2005 FORD TAURUS SE 1M LEATHER, SUPER CLEAN NLY 7K S9.999 2006 LEXUS 400H HYBRID LOADED S42 980 GENE GORMAN'S 2002 GRAND MARQUIS LS, LTHR, FULLY EQUIP! 28K MI. $13,288. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2002 SABLE Ex. cond. 69k miles, Asking $8000. 941-473-1208 SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Grand Marquis Full power! $ 16,799. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 Wilde ;un Toll Free 800-2 I I I I I I S 99 : .I I I I I I I I Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified 7190 MERCEDES GENE GORMAN'S 2001 BENZ 320, LOW MI! V6, LEATHER, LOADED, EXTRA CLEAN! $20,488. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 7195 MITSUBISHI GENE GORMAN'S 1999 ECLIPSE GS, LEATHER, SR, AUTO, IMMACULATE! $8,000. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 METSUBISHI ECLIPSE SPYDER GT ONLY 57K S12,999 2003 Eclipse GT. 51k mi, 100k mi warranty. Sun roof, neon purple light, tint wind. $10,300. 941-380-7355 2003 MONTERO SPORT LS 4X4 VERY CLEAN ONLY 62K S10,999 2004 Eclipse, GS 5SPD, AC 18073MI $11,995. 1-800-367-5559 DIr 2004 MITSUBISHI LANCER WAGON 13K mi, full fact warr, CarFax Certified $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7200 NISSAN 1993 Nissan Maxima. V6 auto, AC, P/S, P/W, cruise. Clean inside & out.' 30mpg. $2500/obo 941-627-0185 1996 SENTRA GXE -70K mi, loaded, CarFax certified, extra clean .$3988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7210 TOYOTA 7220 VOLKSWAGEN 1986 Celica convertible GT, 2002 VW BEETLE new red paint, exhaust, tires & SILVER LOADED GLS top. $2850. 941-626-3102 $11,850 1994 Paseo, A/C 5Sp Runs 0 -A F f-TWI ', Great! Gas saver,135K needs !94 92 sH001 paint $1500. obo 916-51241 1995 Corolla, 99k mi., cold ac, 4 Dr., auto, runs excellent great gas saver, $3,950 (941)-575-7510 DIr. GENE GENE GORM N'S 2001 CAMRY LE, V6, LOADED, ONLY 19K MI!! LIKE NEW! $14,986. 625-2141, kt. Char. 2001 Prism, (Corolla) 47k, auto, 4 dr, AC, CD, Asking $6400 (941)-473 2802 DLR 2001 SOLARA 4cy, auto, 47k mi. exc. cond. diamond white, $10k. (941)[743-8730 2001 Toyota A'alon V6, leather, auto, loaded, 100k warr. $15,990.' Cramer Toyota 1-800-5107-1643 2002 TOYOTA AVALON XLE LOADED 2003 Toyota elica GT Auto, air, moonrQof, alloys, spoiler $16,990 Cramer Toyota 1-800-507-1643 2003 Toyota Matrix Auto, Air, All Power, Tilt, Cruise, CD. $11,990 Cramer Toy- ota 1-800-507-164,3 2004 AVALON, LOADED 519,980 1 I., 2004 TOYOTA AVALON XLE LOADED GORKAN'S $25.,800 1998 ALTIMA XE, LOW MI! LTHR, SR., 4 CYL., AUTO. PERFECT! $7,100. 639-1601, Punta Gorda SOUTHERN .1'.0).9l,::l:-MlLTlr.AL.DI-. TRUST CarFax certified $8988. 2004 --,'-y ,-,"' , or low monthly Like new! $15,695. payments with FINANCE Car faxed. PLANS FOR EVERYONE. Low downpayment with (941)-966-7111 guaranteed financing. AUTO CITY (941)-766-0050 2005 CAMRY LE 2001 NISSAN LOADED. WHITE $15,980 PATHFINDER SE 2WD, 1' VERY CLEAN. ONLY 57K 2005 SCION, LOADED. 2002 NISSAN ALTIMA " 2.55 VERY CLEAN ONLY 1 % SOUTHERN TRUST 2002 Nissan Altima Low miles. $12,995. Car faxed. Low downpayment with ,guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2002 NISSAN FRONTIER XE X-CAB 5-SP ONLY 73K S8,999 2002 NISSAN XTERRA SE 4X4 VERY CLEAN, |ONLY 69K S13,999 2003 ALTIMA, LOADED. BLACK, $13,980 kTM t.,^ ii SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Toyota Camry #1 Selling Car! $16,774. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2005 TOYOTA CAMRYLE 8K mi, new car trade, absolutely like brand new Car- Fax certified $13988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2006 Corolla, Like new! bought for $18,000 sell, $15,700. 941-429-5518 -I 2007 TOY FJ CRUISERS 4 TO CHOOSE FROM SOUTHERN GOOD COLORS S32,980 TRUST 94192-3040 2005 Nissan Sentra FactoryWarr. $12488 7220 VOLKSWAGEN Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. 1975 VW BUS, Restoration (941)-766-0050 project. $500. (941)-255- 0 771 7205 SPORTS CARS 1993 PORSCHE No lookers- just serious buyers- motor not running. Best offer. Call (941)-504-2670 1995 CORVETTE, Dark green w/ tan interior, new tires, Corsa exhaust system, auto, 68k mi. Cream puff! $15,000. (Below Blue Book) (941)-624- 6001 or (941)-258-8288 2002 Corvette, Convertible, white/red, 5K miles, pristine. $36,500. 941-629-9552 2000 CLK 430 CABRIO- LET, LOADED $28,600 S''II 2000 VW BEETLE GLS 40K mi, sunroof, loaded, CarFax certified $10988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2002^ VVV W IBEETLE l TURBO AUTO, VERY 7207 SUBARU CLEAN, ONLY 34K 1993 Wagon, all wheel drive, 11,999 good cond., $1,750 (941)- 661-9985 or (941)426-4694 TF 2 2002 VW JETTA 33K mi, clean as new, CarFax certified $10988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2003 JETTA WAGON 47K mi., fully equipped CarFax certified one owner, clean as new $11988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY SOUTHERN TRUST 2003 VW Beetle ConV. Fun N the Sun! $18,795. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 7230 VOLVO 1996 850 GLT WAGON Extra clean, low miles, CarFax certified, very nice $5988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 1999 VOLVO V-70 X-Country Wagon, loaded, low mi, CarFax certified one owner $10988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2001 VOLVO S40 Super clean, one owner CarFax certified $9988 or low monthly- payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7240 MISC. IMPORTS SOUTHERN TRUST 2004.Suzuki Verona Lots of car for less. $12,98E Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 7250 ANTIQUES/ COLLECTIBLES 1953 STUDEBAKER 4-door, V-8, auto, $2000. Call 941-6394340 1962 Jeep Willies Wagon 4X4 New military tires 79K miles $2500 obo 863-990-5406 o- 863-993-3016 1968 Fairlane 500, cony needs total restoration 289-3 spd.$1400 'or trade. North Port Cell. 941-302-7787 1968 GMC P.U. TX. Tr. All #matching. 327 Cl 300 hp 90%orig, low mi. exc cond.$8,500. 941-426-8142 1969 CHEVELLE SS, Black 454 Blower moto,';,'700 1400HP, $45,000. invested ir car! Will sacrifice for $27,000. obo. 396 MOTOP ALSO AVAILABLE! (941)-624. 6001 or (941)-258-8288 1969 MUSTANG Grande good project car, $1200 941-286-4241. '. 1970 MUSTANG Fastback Project Car $8000. 941-697-5224 1986 OLDS CUTLASS Ciera LTD Edition Nascar Cpe. $1295/obo 485-2277 1989 Blazer, all new 350 TPI 700 R4, paint, carpet, wheels 813-267-9283 WANTED: Antique Car Parts, manuals, mags. lit. Lic. plates, automobilia. 941-408-9601 7252 BUDGET BUYS $500! Police Impound! Cars from $500! For listings 800. 749-8116 ext. 3964 $500! Police impourids! Cars from $500QQ! For Listings Call 1-800-749-8116 ext 2888. 7252 BUDGET BUYS 7260 AUTOS WANTED FINANCIAL PROBLEMS 1354 SR 776. Murdock In The Past 1 BIk. W. of Sam's Club Need A New Start Dick Fields NO CREDIT Cell 941-740-4043 NO APPLICATION REFUSED! We can help you drive away. Call Mark Peters or 7260 AUTOS WANTED Micheal McGurk at MIttl,.n Curiv. Fcr. Junk & Abandoned 1-800-431-1159 VEHICLES REMOVED!!!! COULD BE WORTH $$$$ 1972 VW BAJA BEATLE 697-7222 OR 475-9007 $1950 (941)-475-1375 TOP CASH 1985 NISSAN 300ZX T-TOPS, CASH 2+2, $900. (330)-212-7139 FOR CARS & 1986 Ford Thunderbird TRUCKS RUNS WELL MUST SELL DEAD OR ALIVE $600 obo 941-763-7491 485-7515 1986 OLDS Cutlass Supreme, orig. owner, good cond, *" TE $1495 obo. (941) 875-5863. CARS & TRUCKS 1986 TOYOTA CAMRY. Runs ALWAYS TOP S$ PAID looks & drives! $550. 941- 941-626-9120 286-4599 1987 CADILLAC Fleet- *WE BUY CARS & TRUCKS wood, sen. owned, cold o'91 & Higher- $200 + up A/C, clean cond, $900 o Call Frank 941-276-0204 (941) 875-0889 1987 MUSTANG CONV 3.8 V6 Loaded, runs exc, nice car. $1900 OBO (941)400-7264 1988 Mark VII LSC "Lincoln" org., owner, 45,000 miles, special allum., wheels, cost over $2,000. Running perfect when I parked it. "10 yrs. ago." $250!! *SOLD!* 1988 Oldsmobile, runs excel- lent, new tires, $1000/obo. (941)-276-1459 1990 CADILLAC Deville, Runs great, looks bad. $500. (941)- 623-3495. 1990 HONDA CRX w/ B18 motor. 5 spd. $1,500. *SOLD!* 1991 MAZDA, 626 4cyl, new tires, starter, batt, runs exc, air comp seized $550. 941- 628-4191 1991 S-10 350/350 custom paint and rims needs little work $2300 o.b.o 941-276-7951 after 5pm 1992 BUICK REGAL nice car, needs motor $500. 941-429-4345 1992 NISSAN P/U 4CYL, 5spd, runs good, cracked windshield $500 (941)-234-8878 www.VeniceCars.com 1994 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SSEI Loaded, very gd cond, $1900 OBO (941)-400-7264 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix SE. c, '.0 : ,-:L: ,:or trade for big- ger car/van. 941-268-6076 1994 PONTIAC TRANSPORT, 'Very clean, 106k mi, $2500. 941-286-7787 ,.'. . 1995 DODGE GRAND Caravan loaded, runs great, TV/VCR. $2400. 941-587-0715 1996 Dodge Caravan 117k mi, 3.3L, needs front end parts, $290. (941)-716-2510 1996 MERCURY TRACER, Cold AC. Good condition! Runs! $1,000. 941-743-9060 1998 Ford Taurus. LX 47k miles, needs inside fuse box and starter.. Runs and drives. $2500. obo. 1-941-240-2675. 2001 KIA 4-door 5 spd Cold air, power ..n- :..: , locks, 73K ,Til,, .:A.. . (941)-302-0745 DONATED CARS FOR SALE PROCEEDS HELP QUALIFIED FAMILIES ACHIEVE HOME OWNERSHIP! ALL VEHICLES THOROUGHLY SAFETY CHECKED & RECONDITIONED PRICES DRASTICALLY REDUCED C001 Sunline 31' Travel Trailer ', double shde uil Le new S13,00r 1981 Ford E150 van aulo, cold air, lanry irec & wheel-., runs great 1979 Mercury Cougar Brougnam 4-dr. lcded, 49,000 acrual miles, "Grandpa's Cu' 2401 1994 Dodge Intrepid ES loaded 83 I oaner miled, runr & drives good :old ali S"2600 1993 Mercury Cougar XR7 loaded. buckel, Al cond, 2 It'1: : 1981 Mercedes Benz 280 SE 4dr, very Rood cond cold air, $2900 1992 Cutlass Supreme. 4dr. 22: 1 ,wrier mile;. Absolutely lawless S4200 1998 Buick LeSabre, 4di l:.ad3 ed, 1021 nii., ladv driven. gorgeous co,,d 'S4 10 1995 Honda Accord LX wagon, 1 30k mi . loaded,cold air, e.-c co.nd. 4500 1997 Buick Park Ave.. 67t miles, loaded, hl 'e brand rne'., $65,i00 ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED CHARLOTTE COUNTY HABITAT FOR 1U11.lAM ITY $350; Misc. big block parts. 941-234-7743 . RIMS, 17x40 2005 Enki Rac- ing rims, metallic gray, 10 spoke universal lugs, $750. (941)-258-6870 Classified = Sales Truck tool box. Full size, alu- minum. $65. 941-626-7402 WANTED Fiberglass topper .r '?'% Chevy Ex-Cab 6' bed. (941)-270-2034 or (941)-475-8236 7290 VANS -1999 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AT, AC, V6, 7 PASS 63 935MI $6995 1-800-367-5559 DIr *-2006 FORD E350 12 PASS CLUB WGN 20865MI, $18,995. 1-800-367-5559 DIr 1985 Cevy Astro, V6, auto, runs great, no problems, $500 firm, (941)-629-6551 1986 Ford Van, runs good, good tires, needs body work. $500 obo (941)-475-3497 1989 FORD ECONOLINE 150 wheel chair accessible, w/ power wheel chair lift. $800.00. Good Work Vehi- cle. Call day or night (941)-627-2144 1989 Mazda MPV Many new parts. No A/C 144K miles. $1350. 941-474-3177 1990 Chevy Van. 4 sweater. V- 6 auto. Dependable! $875. (941)-637-0860 1994 CHEVY Conversion Van new engine & a/c 1 year old $1,995. (941)-426-9566 1994 FORD AEROSTAR Van, 4WD, 6 cyl, auto, A/C, nice cond. $1750 OBO (941)-650-5785. 1995 CHEW 1 TON CARGO VAN V8, auto, 74k mi, some rust, runs excellent $1995/obo (941)-650-5785 1996 GRAND CARAVAN V6, extra clean, cold A/C, $3795 OBO (941)-258-0970 1997 Dodge 2500 hi-top aero conversion van, TV/VCR, rear air, 102k mi., original owners, $2,950, (941-625-2018 CAN'T SELL YOUR CAR, TRUCK, R.V. OR BOAT? DONATE IT TO CHARLOTTE COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FOR A TAX WRITE OFF. PROCEEDS HELP QUALIFIED FAMILIES ACHIEVE HOME OWNERSHIP! DICK FIELDS CELL 941-740-4043 M.S.B. RECYCLING Free Vehicle Removal Cash Possible 941-575-4008 CASH FOR YOUR CAR OR TRUCK ANY YEAR OR MAKE (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY CASH POSSIBLE for your vehicle! Fast Removal! Call (941)-286-4599 (941)-743-2086 JUNK CARS REMOVED. FREE! RUNNING OR NOT. CASH POSSIBLE! Ready 24/7! (941) 276-8826 (941)-286-3122 Lic./Ins. CASH POSSIBLE for your vehicle! Fast Removal! Call (941)-286-7787 $$,$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ CARS, VAN, TRUCKS '90-2000 Running or Not. Cash buyer. 941-387-4202 7270 AUTO PARTS/ ACCESSORIES (4) 20" CHROME RIMS WITH TIRES, $900. . 941)-456-5451 1997 Cadilac Tuxedo Edition, body is in perfect cond., needs engine. $2000 obo. (941Y-625-0983 2) TIRES, Goodyear Eagle LS 225-55-16, $50 each; 1) Tire. .',,o .e r F,:,rlr HL 225-60- I- Er )rd r,. ,'5. Call 941- 627-5872 'Aluminum trurk tool bov' side ,Tount, :4.)4 ,941 2 -SB~ AUTOMOTIVE Brake Laithe with Dyes & Rolling Stand. $1,200obo 941-815-4437 Bedliners. any size. $175 installed. 941-235-2822 BMW Z3 custom fit cock' pit cover (grey). rear fender rock guards and windshield sun guard w/storage bag. $75.00 firm for all. Also PT Cruis- er Evolution IV car cover, grey, never used. $150.00 613-1267 or cell 954-868-2308 CHROME EXHAUST Stacks, fits Mack & more, like new. $300/pair (941)-408-9413 CORVETTE RALLY WHEELS 15X8 COMPLETE $400. 941- 493-8498 Late '70's Chevy 350 Rebuilt GENE T GAj A winS 1995 FORD F150.WELL UORM A 'JAiS MAINTAINED. USED FOR 2002 CHEVY VENTURELAWN BUSINESS. NEW TIRESTOW WARNER BOTHERS EDT. PKG.W/ELE.BRAKES. ASK- LTHR, DVD. $13,5B8. ING $3500. 941-628-6997 625-2141, Pt. Char. 1995 GMC 1500 SLE, ext. cab, 5.7 engine, well main- tained $4250. 941-916-5228 GOR UAN'S 1997 FORD RANGER 2002 CHRYSLER T & C BASE MODEL 4 CYL, 5 LTD., PWR DRS, REAR AIR, SPD, RUNS GREAT. $1600/OBO LTHR., MINT! $16,500. (941)-234-8878 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2003 Chrysler Town & Coun- 1999 Dodge Dakota 4x4, try LX Mini Van 28,698K miles NEW ENGINE,all power,tow, $13,800 (863)-993-0696 9800.00 941- 624-4367 2003 Kia Sedona EX 6 cyl, 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, 5.9L auto, air, all power, tilt, 4x4, quad cab, A/T full power, cruise. $8,990. Cramer A/c cold topper, 93K mi, nice Toyota 1-800-507-1543 truck $8,000. 941-423-3797 2003 KIA SEDONA EX 1999 DODGE RAM 7290 VANS 1997 PONTAC TRANSPORT, 111K mi. Well maintained. New shocks & tires. Seats 7. Removeable seats. $2,900. obo Must sell! 941-391-7928 1998 Ford E150 conv. HITOP AT, V8, 77059MI $11495 1-800-367-5559 Dir 1998 WINDSTAR, 96K mi., good cond: 2 new tires. $4600. (9411-255-1286 1999 DODGE CARAVAN 72K, V6, 5 dr, mint cond. $5450 941-575-2133 DLR 1999 JAGUAR XJ8, VAN, PLAS, AT, V8, AC 65638MI, $14,995 1-800-367-5559 DIr 1999 VOYAGER 1 owner, V6, 5 doors, loaded, white, priced low $4500 941-575-2133 DLR 1999 WINDSTAR LX, V6, 86K, Power windows, keyless entry $4,500 (941)-429-1294 GENE GORMAN'S 2000 DODGE CARAVAN SPORT, REAR AIR, 7 PSGR. PERFECT! $8,200. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2000 Dodge Caravan, $5,700, priced to sell fast. Good shape, 90K, AT, AC, PW, PL, New Tires, Tint 629-3982 GENE GORKAN'S 2000 HONDA ODYSSEY EX W/ LEATHER. LOW MI! GORGEOUS! $12,890. 625-2141, Pt. Char. Check out our inventory at: www.jetautoservice.com GENE GORKAN'S 2001 DODGE CARAVAN SPORT, LOW MI! PWR. DR. FLAWLESS! $9,175. 639-1601, Punta Gorda GENE GORMAN'S 2001 NISSAN QUEST GLE, LOW MI! LTHR., REAR ENT. PCKG. IMMAC! $12,500. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 WilJ TH, ..I. loaded, lc,:i .i. run prt. :i Lets mal; a ,.Ti' 'i ':'.9 (941.575-.J .'? LIJ' 7300 TRUCKS/ PICK-UPS =-20Q3 FORD F150 4x4, xlt, at, v6, 45,050mi, $16,995. 1-800-367-5559 DIr w2003 Ford RANGED EDGE SC AT V6, 51214MI, $13,995 1-800-367-5556 DIr =-2004 CHEVY Silverado 271 REG CAB AT, V8, ac 32441 mi, $20,495. 1-800-367-5559 DIr *-2004 FORD F150 S.C. SXT, AT, AC, 25410MI, $17,495 1-800-367-5559 D r =-2004 FORD RANGER EDGE SC at, v6, ac, 9310mi, $16,995 1-800-367-5559 DIr *2004 FORD RANGER XLT, S CAB, AT, V6, AC, i7877MI, $13,995 1-800-367-5559 Dir 1986 Chevy 1/2 ton Pickup, V8, a/t, good work truck $1200./obo SOLD!!! 1986 SILVERADO iton dulley, crew cab, 454 engine, HD towing Pkg. (Mechanics spe- cial) Needs work + new cab. $2500/obo 941-468-1664 Advertise Today! 1987 MAZDA P/U Truck, Needs Work.'$499. (941)-613-1672 1988 S-10 Auto trans, runs great, cold A/C. $1500 OBO (941)-258-0970 1989 FORD RANGER, Auto, A- G.;iJ C i'.:.,d u Fur. good! $1 5,. G1l) 0 'j ., "f,'-I P/U, 98K mi a,.:. A/C, good cond. 295":.0iOBO (941)-650-5785 1989 GMC: V-8, all power. Exc. cond. "Bablec' rru .:, full tow pkg. 135k mi. $3,250 obo, r1- -._'-lOt 69 1990 FORD F350 XLT; crew cab, diesel, 5S pd, n,. r - $5,500. (941)-815-6476 1991 Chevy 2500 series. Good cond. Mechanics' spe- cial. $2700/'. bo. 941-623- 3840 1991 FORD F150, 6cyl, 8' bed, good cond., 4 spd. 0/D, 80k mi., A/C, new clutch, $2300. 941-764-1794. 1994 CHEVY 3500 350 auto, new tires,/wheels!! runs good. 52700/obo S: -I.a4jLi_48i7 -W j 2001 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 . extra cab, only 8k miles, 100k warr. $15,990 Cramer Toyota 1-800-507-1643 2005 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB, 20" GENE CHROME, HEMI, LOADED GJEV ONLY 14K $20,999 GORMAZ 'S ee800-226- AUTO, EXT. CAB, LOW Ml! , PERFECT! $11,900. 2005 FORD F150 CREW 639-1601, Punta Gorda CAB XLT, SUPER CLEAN I ONLY 11K S19.999 SOUTHERN WildeSun.9d TRUST 2002 Dodge 2500 SLT 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA Only 32K miles! $14,795. ACC-CAB V6. AUTO, Car faxed. )7 Low downpayment with ONLY 14K 17999 guaranteed financing:. WlSuHo (941)-766-0050 Tlee802- 2002 DODGE CREW CAB 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA- LOADED, 48K MILES V6, auto, topper w/ladder $16 800 rack. bedliner, tool slider, book S19.850: buy for 2002 DODGE DAKOTA S16,900. 941-497-1212- ICLUBCAB SLT AUTO, V6 or 941-234-6946 ONLY 59K $10,999 2006 CHEV SILVERADO 1500 -CAB LT 4.8 V8 ONLY 16K $17,999 2002 DODGE DAKOTA Quad Cab Sport Plus, auto, A/C, 4.7 V8, Posi, loaded w/ all factory options including step- bars & bedliner. NEVER a work truck. Mint cond, 71K mi. $12,900 (941)-544-3884 2002 Ford Explorer Sports truck, 4dr, 5 spd, A/C, bed- line, mint. $12,500 Call Rhon- da (941)-391-4014 2003 CHEVROLET S-10 Ext. cab, 48K 'mi, CarFax certified one owner $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941-966-7111 LEATHER, ONLY 10,955 MI uad Caob SLT V-, loaoeo, FULL POWER, AND MORE. CarFax certified $8988 AUTO CITY 6511A' or low monthly 941-922-1521, dir. payments with FINANCE 2003 C HEW 1500 HD TTT I PLANS FOR EVERYONE. leather, loaded, flip down 'SOUTHERN (941)-966-7111 LCD TV/DVD CarFax certified TRUST AUTO CITY one owner. $22988 or low monthly payments 2003 Kia Sedona 1999 FORD F250 3/4 ton with FINANCE PLANS Vacation ready! $10,988. extra cab, diesel, 97k mi., FOR EVERYONE. Car faxed. fiberglass cap, not used as a (941)-966-7111 Low downpayment with work truck. Clean $16,000. AUTO CITY guaranteed financing. obo. 239-289-2556 (941)-766-0050 1999 FORD RANGER XLT V-6, 2003 CHEW S-10 Ex-Cab, 2004 Ford Freestar, 22,600 cold air, seats 5, 65K mi. 4 cyl, 5 spd, 37K mi. mi., Arizona tan, leather interi- $3300 (941)-426-9144 $9,800 (941)-473-4117 or, side curtain airbags, 7 pas-2003 FORD F250 CREW senger, 4 bucket seats, lots of 1999SILVERADO 2003 FORD F250 CREW toys, very good cond. Reg. cab, V6, auto, low mi, CAB, SUPER DUTY VERY $16,500, *SOLD* many upgrades. $7700 CLEAN ONLY 39K (941)-473-2802 $19,999 7300 TRUCKS/ 2000 DAKOTA, club cab, Wid. SnH d PICK-UPS 20K, like new. 75K warr.Tlr8 2 2 $10,000 (941)-423-96271 SUNCOAST 2000 DODGE 1500 Reg cab 2003 FORD F250, 4x4, 4dr., SUN A .v6, auto, 45k mi, CD, Babied, AM/FM, CD w/cass., pwr AUTO OUTLET $9500. 941-473-2802 locks & windows, V8, $22k 1239-633-2360. Taking Pre-Owned 2000 DODGE DAKOTA To the next level! Ext cab, 4WD, SLT, loaded, 2003 FORD RANGER EDGE CarFax Certified $11988 50K mi., loaded, clean as or low monthly new CarFax certified CAR'S payments with FINANCE $8988 or low monthly *cTRUCK'S paymentswihFINANCE 1 TRUCK'S PLANS FOR EVERYONE. payments with FINANCE VAN'S 941)-966-7111 PLANS FOR EVERYONE. S (94VS-966-(941)-966-7111 All Makes! AUTO CITY AUTO CITY All Makes! All Models! 2003 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Run- Like new vehicles JH ner, 4D, 6 cyl. Al-shape w/warr at Pre-Owned prices GORM AN'S $15,500 (941)-496-9449 Certified w/ warranty! 000 DODGE RAM 1500 2003 TOYOTA TUNDRA QUAD CAB 4X4, V8, AUTO. LOADED ONLY 15K 2D1$PTI TCFri a925 MILES S19.900 Credit Union Members Welcome! 1305 Tamiami Trail (US 41) Punta Gorda (941)-639-7300 -1999 RANGER SC AT, V6 AC 79050MI $7,995 1-800-367-5559 DIr 639-1601, Punta Gorda GORlAN'S 2000 DODGE RAM 1500, ONLY 43K Ml! EXTRA CLEAN! MINT! $12,135. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2000 EXPLORER XLT, 4x4 loaded, sports pkg, excel. in/out, all pwr opts, 6CD changer, side airbag, NS, 95K hwy mi, $8500. 255-3505. 2004 Dodge Ram Hemi Sport Ex. cond, low mi. Full power asking 22k 286-0944 2004 Ford F-150, V8, std. cab, tool box, bed liner, exc. cond. 25k mi., $13,500, (941)-764-1157 2004 FORD F150 LARIAT SC. AT, V8, AC, 32958MI, $20,995 1-800-367-5559 DIr 2006 CHEVROLET TRUCK LT 71 LOADED 3K MILES $29,980 7305 SPORT UTILITY/ VEHICLES -2000 FORD EXPEDI- TION EDDIE BAUER 90,489MI, $10,995 1-800-367-5559 Dir -2001 PONTIAC AZTEC AT, V6, AC 55,645 MI, $8,995 1-800-367-5559 Dir *2004 Ford Explorer xlt AT, V6, AC 34103 mi, $15995. 1-800-367-5559 Dir *-2005 TAURUS SEL AT, V6, LTR, 22,185 MI, $12,995. 1-800-367-5559 DIr 1994 CHEVY SUBURBAN 8 pass, 84k miles, Ex cond. Looks great! Runs Great! $5200 North Port 429-1781 or 306-9355 1996 CHEVROLET Tahoe Sport Utility, 4 D, 4 WD w/tow pkg. LT model, leather seats, 1 owner, good cond. Well maintained. 189K miles. Ask- ing $4700. 941- (941-637- 9116 Punta Gorda. 1996 GMC SUBURBAN, fully loaded, dual AC, leather int. exc. cond., all maint. rec., must see! $6500. (941)-766- 7446 1996 Toyota Rav4, 4 cyl. std. shift, all power, 4WD, exc. cond. used as a 2nd. car, $4,500, (941)-626-6841 1998 TOYOTA RAV 4 WHITE, LOW MILES 1999 CHEVY TAHOE LS 4X4 LIFT. CUSTOM RIMS & TIRES.CLEAN, IN GREAT SHAPE. $7995. 941-815-7542 1999 GMC JIMMY SLE 68K mi, loaded, CarFax certified, extra clean $6988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY Page 12 7300 TRUCKS/ PICK-UPS 2000 FORD F-450, Custom tow XLT Crew Cab, $17,000. (941)-575-8311 GORMAN'S 2000 GMC SIERRA SLT 4X4 EXT. CAB, LEATHER, V8. PERFECT! $17,488. 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2000 LAIRAMIE QUAD Cab 89k mi., 1500 SLT, loaded. $8750 (941)916-1268 Check out our inventory at: www.jetautoservice.com 2001 DODGE RAM 4x4, V-8; fiberglass tonneau cover, ask- ing $6900. (239)404-8453 2001 GMC SONSMA SLS, 3 OOR, 4 cyl, AUTO, AIR, CD, 68K MI. LIKE NEW "GRAND- PA'S TOY" $7450 OBO. CALL 941-456-0053 2001 NISSAN FRONTIER King Cab, super clean, CarFax certified $9988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY GORMAN'S 2001 S10 LS CREW CAB, 4X4, PW, PL, TILT, CRUISE. MINT! $14,988. 625- 2141, Pt. Char. 7300 TRUCKS/ PICK-UPS 2004 Ford F150 XLT 4X4, CREW CAB, LARIAT, AT, V8, 25548MI, $27,495 1-800-367-5559 DIr 2004 GMC SIERRA 1500 TRUCK LOADED $19,980 2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE UMITED 4X4 V8, LOADED. ONLY 26K $19,999 2004 TOYOTA TUNDRA LIMITED, DBL CAB, UKE NEW ONLY 16K S22.999 GENE GORMAN'S 2005 CHEVY 1500 QUAD CAB, V8, 20K MI! ALL POWER. $21,988. 625-2141, Pt. Char. SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Dodge 1500 Quad Cab Factory Warr. $19,499. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2005 DODGE 1500 RAM TRUCK LOADED RED S21,900 .' i a a , Wildbe" S=onda Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified Page 13 I I I 2000 GMC YUKON DENALU, AWD, LOADED ONLY 65K $14,999 2000 Olds Bravada, leather, loaded, tow pkg. 91k mi. $7,000, (941)-743-4125 GEHE GORKAN'S 2001 FORD EXPEDITION E.B., SR, REAR BUCKETS, 4X4. MINT! $14,900. 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2001 GMC JIMMY Diamond Edition, 4WD, power roof, CarFax certified $8988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 2001 TOYOTA RUNNER SR-5, 34K mi, loaded, 2003 CHEVY TAHOE LOADED, LOW MILES $19,980 SOUTHERN TRUST 2003 Ford Escape Must see! $13,995. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2003 FORD EXPEDITION Eddie Bauer, 4WD, 40K miles, leather, loaded, LCD TV/DVD, CarFax certified one owner like new $22988 or low monthly payments with FINANCE PLANS FOR EVERYONE. (941)-966-7111 AUTO CITY 7305 SPORT UTILITY/ VEHICLES 7305 SPORT UTILITY/ VEHICLES 7305 SPORT UTILITY/ 7305 SPORT UTILITY/ VEHICLES VEHICLES 2002 Jeep Liberty Sport G I 4x4 6 cyl, auto, air, all G M power. $10,990 Cramer GORMAN S Toyota 1-800-507-1543 1999 GMC YUKON DENALI, 4X4, LTHR., LOW Wi W MI! PERFECT! $15,500. G0 MA 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2002 NISSAN XTERRA SE V6, LOADED, LOW MI! UU PERFECT! $15,988. GORM A 'S 625-2141, Pt. Char. 2000 DODGE DURANGO SOUTHERN SLT, 7 PSGR., V8, AUTO, TRUST PERFECT! $8,990. TRUST 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2002 Toyota Rav 4 2000 FORD EXPEDITION 4X4 Great gas mi! $15,995. Loaded, 96K mi. Asking $11K Car faxed. OBO (941)-416-7415 Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. 2000 FORD EXPLORER (941)-766-0050 LOADED $9,950 2003 CHEVY SUBURBAN IIJ 2500 LOADED WHITE $19,980 SOUTHERN TRUST 2004 Dodge Durango Must see! $16,995. Car faxed. Low downpayment with guaranteed financing. (941)-766-0050 2004 Dodge Durango SLT Hemi, Ithr, 3rd row seat, loaded. $15,990 Cramer Toyota 1-800-507-1543 2004 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS- low miles, full power and more. X2162A 941-922-0713, dir. 2004 HYUNDAI SANTE FE LOADED $15,980 2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. LOADED, GREEN $17,800 2004 LINCOLN NAVIGA- TOR, SUPER CLEAN, LOADED 29900 -'Im^^ V-6, CarFax Certified $14988 or low monthly 2003 FORD EXPEDITION payments with FINANCE LOADED PLANS FOR EVERYONE. 19,900 (941-966-7111 GO IS A I 2004 SUZUKI GRAND 2002 Cadillac Escalade Still 2003 FORD EXPLORER VITARA, 22K MI., PW/PL, under warr, diamond .white, SPORT LOADED 4DR., CD $12,988. 2WD, 42K mi. 941-485-0339 $16,980 625-2141, Pt. Char. MG l2005 CADILLAC SRX G E 94 4 LOADED RED GORAN'S SOUTHERN S 27.98 2002 CHEVY TRACKER, TRUST '- 4X4, AUTO, LOADED, LOW MI! PERFECT! $11,400. 2003 Honda Element EQUINOX XLT 639-1601, PuntaGorda Rare Fjnd! $11,898. 2005 CHEV EQUINOX XLT 639-1601, Punta Gorda Car faxed. 2WD SUPER CLEAN. -2002 DODGE DURANGO r| ,L,.,.ii ,'.,meril.iJt'i, j SXT 2WD BRAND NEW ujr.,',i'-.d I,r,,, g -,,,', ONLY 11K $13,999 (941)-766-0050 * 2003 HUMMER H2 2005 CHEV SUBURBAN SUPER LOADED, PRICED LT 2WD, AUTO RIDE 2002 FOD EXPLORER TO SELL ONLY 38K LEATHER, DVD, LOADED 54K MILES 35999 SUNROOF 29,999 $12,800 .a. a MILE S I 2003 HYUNDAI SANTE FE 2005 Chevy Tahoe 2WD GLS 39K mi., V-6, fully Bik Z71 Tow pkg Nav sys G t equipped, full fact. warr., On Star Bose XM-CD G M CarFax certified $13988. leather dual air 23k mi SAB MAU a o1 or ow mnthly payments loaded $32,500 01? with FINANCE PLANS 941-575-7004 2002 JEEP GR. CHERO- FOR EVERYONE. KEE OVERLAND, SR, (941)-966-7111 SOUTHERN LOADED. MINT! $17,500. AUTO CITY TRUST 639-1601, Punta Gorda 2002 Jeep Grand 2003 SUBARU 2005 Chevy Trailblazer Cherokee Laredo, fully I FORESTER AWD Save Thousands! $18,988. loaded, well maintained. LOADED S13.800 I Car faxed. NEEDS NOTHING!! $82k, Low downpayment with $12,900. (941)-927-8785 guaranteed financing. in Sarasota (941)-766-0050 SOUTHERN TRUST 2005 Suzuki XL7 Only 8K miles! $16,875. Car faxed. Low downpayment with ouaranteed financing. I 7341 TRAILER & ACCESSORIES Trailer, enclosed, 72" long, widows/vents, hunters. Good for dogs. $150. 941-423- 0172 7360 CYCLES/MOPEDS/ SCOOTERS 1906 to 1995 motorcycles or motor scooters wanted. Running or not. Fast cash. Venice. (941) 716-3803 1982 KAWASAKI SPECTRA 750 KZ motor, shaft driven, very fast, runs very good, idles up & down sometimes. Needs TLC. $1800 obo. Call 941-769-0111. 1986 Harley Davidson motor- cycle. Custom paint, $4500/ obo 941-743-2095 1996 Suzuki Katana, 600 cc, jet kit, V & H pipes, low mi., runs good, $3,700 obo, con- sider trade (941) 628-3061 (4 4 -0- *-runses uratu. ,50Juu. (941)-766-0050 2004 Honda 400 EX, many 1998 YAMAHA RT 100, modifications. Runs great. 7310 4 X 4'S Dirt Bike $700 obo $3,000. (941)-629-4341 or will trade for nice gas 1989 S-10 BLAZER RUNS powered RC car or truck. 2005 CRF 230 Stock AND1989 S-10 BLAERFECT. $1200 941-628-0437 Exhaust Pipe, great cond! AND DRIVES PERFECT. $1200 $149.99, 1997 XR100 OBO. 941-875-3371 1999 Harley Davidson Her- stock exhaust pipe itage Classic, loaded, includ- $99.99, 2005 CRF 230 air 7320 AVIATION ing matching American Eagle filter, great condition T leather luggage, 23,200 mi. $29.99, 1989 YZ490 2 R.C. MODEL AIRPLANES Original owner. $14,000 firm. stroke, great condition, FOR SALE $300/080. (941) 255-2639 or (941) 232- restored, custom exhaust, *SOLD* 5012 many after markets 1999 Honda Shadow 1100 $999.99, 2005 CRF 230 y 7329 BARGAIN BASKET CC, Black, lots of chrome, stock rev box, new $59.99, runs & looks great. Divorce (941)-468-8039 Paddle boat $250. (941) 235- sale $2500. Firm SOLD!! 9335 2002 YAMAHA V-STAR 650 7370 CAMPERS/ ( Classic, 2600 miles. TRAVEL TRAILERS 7341 TRAILER & Immaculate, many extras, ACCESSORIES matching helmet & m/c 14' slide in, Lance, all ameni- jack included. $3500. Call ties. Wife says sell $3200/ 16 x 6, 2002 landscape trail- 941-764-6453 obo. (941)-637-0783 er, tanden axle, drive on tail- 2002 Yamaha V-Star Classic 1982 SUNLINER, All camping gate, $950 (941)-743-4768 650. Only 2,100 mi., like new. gear, Ice Cold AC, 3 new 16' 12 yard Utility trailer, .tan- $4,500 firm. Original owner, tores, $2500 **SOLD** dem, w/ new loading gate. (941) 255-2639 or (941) 232- $400 SOLD!!! 5012 1996 Rockwood pop-up camper. AC/heat. Exc. cond. 17'x7'4" heavy duty tandem 2004 HONDA VTX 1800R $1300/obo. 941-815-7689 equipment trlr. w/ elec. Black Spec #3 Package. brakes & ramps. $1500. 122 mi; Honda EX warranty 1998 WILDWOOD 30'w/ slide 941-650-7703 until 5/11/09. Unlimited mi. out, front kit., rear Qn., 18-24' tandem axel trailer Must see to appreciate! PAID: $10,000/obo. 941-6294663 $500 (941423-2512 $16,650. TAKE: BEST 2001 SUNLINE 30'w/dbl slid- REASONABLE OFFER. ers, used little, like new, S(941)-496-7974 $12,500. Call Dick Fields, E Advertise Today! 2005 Fat Boy, many extras, Char. Co. Habitat for Humani- screaming eagle, security, ty, 941-7404043, 2005 Jayco JayFlight 28ft w/ 1,400k miles. Asking .2002 25' WILDWOOD LITE By, slide-out.LOADED!Excellant $18,750. (941)-815-1962 Forest River, built in stereo, Cond'Asking $14,500.Call 2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON TV microwave & queen size 941-255-3521 or 626-5076. Soft-tail FXSTI, fuel-injected, bed. Very nice! Like new! 3 GN 3Z FLATBED Equip TRLR; 1450CC, black w/ red let- $7,795. (941)-505-2098 32' stock; 6-horse, slant ters, solo seat, factory seat, 2003 THOR Wanderer 28', load w/ dressing rm, $4500 saddlebag guards, 2300 mi. slees six (6) slideut all E-, H OBO 941-468-1664 GREAT BUY at $13,500 sleepplancesx exc, slide-out, all000. 4 1 2 x 8' Utility Trailer (941)-915-2177 (941)626-4672. $375. 941-286-1523 or 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, under, 2004.,32' F,-WLEP sleeps *SOLD* .- '500 6i.-w/hcesdsorie/l,'! 2, 1 ike-?..' I sl. ps I., After 6pm $7,800 941-429-7748, 10, like 629-3017 4 x 8 INTERIOR, 4' high, front 2006 883 SPORTSTER blue, 24' CATALINA, 91, sips 4, jack and spare tire, locking under 1000 miles, asking good cond $6,000 (9411 door, fender & lights. $650 $6500. firm. (941)-639-1301 good3cond. $6,000 (941- 423-2412 obo. Call 941-639-0133 2006 Harley Davidson 6x10 end, cargo/side door, Sportster, black, spoke 25 GAL. RV Portable waste $1,900; 6x12 Horton encl, wheels, 2 year warranty, transporter in box. Pd. $130. ramp, side door, $2950; $7,995 (941)-234-6796 Only $65. (941)-743-3838 6x14 tandem, ramp, side 2006 Yamaha Road Star Sil- 31' AIR STREAM, AC & heat, door $3450; All new. (941)- verado, Pearl White, 1700 cc, good cond. $4500. (941)- 423-6469 or 270-6348 100 mi. $11,000/obo. (941)- 505-0935 BOAT TRAILER, 1996 holds up 639-7879 40', '04 FRANKLIN. 2 power to 14', fair cond. $150. (941)- 3 GO KARTS pull-outs. CHA & stereo, W/D, 625-7879 aft. 5pm YOU FINISH micro, TV ant; queen & hide-a- NEW BOAT TRAILERS AT $400/ALL 941-493-8498 bed. Garden tub. Hold downs Dealer Cost. Credit Cards CLEARANCE on all 2005 & blocks. Very clean. Accepted. WEST COAST 49-150CC street-legal motor $16,950 obo. 863-494-2651 TRAILER (941)698-9902 scooters. Lowest prices in A&E Camper awning, 12' Tow Master 5000 Tow bar, town!. We service all makes & and hardware. $300 .$500 also frame hitch for models. 6022 S. Tamiami Tr. (941-780-1544 dodge van $50. 286-5197 Sarasota (941-926-8830) I BUY Travel Trailers, 5th GO CART, Carter Trail Runner, Wheels & Park Models. Pay Advertise Today! 2 seats, 9hp, suspension, Cash/Top dollar. Call Dave $1800. 941- 628-5538. (813)-713-3217 GET RESULTS - USE CLASSIFIED! $$ CASH PAID $$ For Your Motor Home/ ravel Trailer Any Size or Price. Will Come To You. (941)626-9075 !! HELP!! We have sold most of our Motor homes!! If you want CASH & don't want your RV CALL CAMPER DEPOT 639-6000 WE NEED DIESEL MOTOR HOME'S We Have Buyers! SKIP EPPERS RV 941-639-6969 K 888-405-4387' 7381 RV STORAGE LRG RV LOT Quiet park, boat ramp & utility shed. -nglwood area. $350/annual 941-662-0015 Edetiei Call 207-1200 'ASUNCOAST BOATINGm 7330 BOATS-POWERED $$ CASH PAID $$ For Your Boat or Yacht. Any Size or Price. Will Come To You. (941)626-9075 05/28/06 11.6' 1976 BOSTON WHALER w/ trl. Good cond! No motor. $1300. (941)-766-0225 14' & OVER A GREAT WAY TO SELL YOUR BOAT! Buyers waiting! WE FINANCE HUGE Storage Lot FREE No Charges To Consign Your Boat Gulf Coast Marine Center Billy 629-9666 14' CAOLINA SKIFF40hp Mercury, New Controls, FF, VHF, W/Trailer. $3,800 Call 941-624-4579 Leave Mes- sage 14' John Boat $325.00 Landau (9411-625-1423 15' 1998 EXPRESS Aluminum Fishing Boat, Trolling Motor, Pedestal Seats, Livewell, FF, Galvanized Trailer. 40hp Yama- ha 2-Stroke w/40hrs, $3,500. Call 941-743-4617 or 304- 671-0842. Advertise in The Classifieds! 7330 BOATS-POWERED 15' 2003 BOSTON WHALER 150 Sport, 60hp Mercury OB w/trlr. Purchased new, garage kept, full cushions, sun top, Depth Finder, compass, 2 tanks, spare tire & storage cover. Immaculate cond. $11,500.Ron (941)-639-0051 16' STARCRAFT ALUM. Boat w/ trailer & 60HP Evinrude. $825. obo (9411-637-0860 17' 1987 Hoog Flats, 94 90hp Yamaha eng. Gal. Trail- er, Live well, 24 volt trolling motor, salt water series $5000 obo (863)-990-8096 17' BOSTON WHALER 70hp 4- Stroke Suzuki w/low hours, FF, Aluminum Trailer, Gd Con- dition. $8,500 Call 941-743- 4617 or 304-671-0842. 18' 2001 COBIA 194, 115 Yamaha 4 Stroke, bimini top w/ trailer $13,000. (941)- 613-1997 READY 2 FISH! 2002 18' SEAHUNT, 90HP YAMAHA, TRAILER, X-TRAS 1 OWNER-S$11500 080O .941-408-8735 MUST SELL 18' Wellcraft CC, 2000 W/Johnson 115hp, tandem trailer, looks & runs good NADA $10.500 sell for 8,900 (863)-494-4492 18' Yamaha Jet Boat, 2001 twin engines, 310 h.p., less than 70 hrs. Kenwood CD, seats 5, very fast! w/trailer, $13,500 obo, 941- 391-7866 19' BAYLINER CAPRI I/O w/ trailer, motor needs work, $1350/obo. (941)-697-4840 7330 BOATS-POWERED 7330 BOATS-POWERED 7330 BOATS-POWERED 7330 BOATS-POWERED 7330 BOATS-POWERED 1987 FOUR WINNS 26.5 WA 21' 1998 Carolina Skiff Sea 22'DECK BOAT, 150hp John- 26' 1989 Cabin Crusier Bay- 260 Mercruiser, low hrs since Chaser, Center Console, son, 1995 tandem axle alum. liner, Cierra Sunbridge, sleeps rebuild, bimini, canvas needs 115HP Evinrude, 2001 Galva- trlr. $5,595/obo. (941)-255- 6, shower, bath & kitch on replace, head, galley, berth, nized Trl, Live Bait Well, 3367 board, all equip added, needs runs great, $5000. (941) 505- Excellent Condition $8,999 some cleaning. NADA 8252. great$5000Call (941)505 863 494-2826 999 22.5' CHAPARRAL Sunesta $12 000. Will sell for $6500. 20' 2005 BENNINGTON Pon- 21' 1998 Carolina Skiff: 112 Cruiser, 5.7 /0. Light M94use,-2684717 toon, 60hp, 4 stroke, com- Evinrude FF, VHF radio exc. good cond. on new alum. trail- 26' MONTEREY Cruiser new plete for fishing, 4 strLike newom- cond. $7500. 941-661-6878 er. $15,900 (941)-488-0200 $10,000 454 MercCruiser MUST sell due to health. 21' 2003 Yamaha Jetboat, 23' 2001 Baja 232 per- 350HP, $8,000 new electron- $18,500 (941)-697-9345 270HP. 7 passenger, lots of 2001 Baja 232 per- ics & gauges, A/C, super extras, like new. 3 year former. 496 eng, closed cool- clean. Sell or trade for some- 20' Harris Pontoon, 1993, 50 extended warranty. Asking ing system. Only -100 hrs. thing of equal value. h.p. Yamaha, electric trolling $16,999. Hoss Tandem axle trailer. (941)-266-2813 motor, 2004 galvanized trail- Call 380-1282 or 624-2460 Garage kept. Full options er, $5,100, (941)-575-0739 package. Call for details 26'3" 1980 Searay, Mercury 21' WELLCRAFT 185hp Evin- $37,900. 941-456-6820 470 inboards, stainless 20' PROLINE CC: 150hp rude, 1500hp Kicker Evin- props, alum. Float On trailer. Yamaha SW, Motor Ex rude, depth finder, Loran, Needs work. $1500/obo. Cond. Exterior needs paint, 54001b almost new trailer, 23' 2002 SEAHUNT, 232 (941766-9742, 276-0400 Tandem Axle Alum TrIr. etc. $2900 (941)-697-4752 Triton, Yamaha 225 4 $5,000 Call 941-624-4579 stroke, huge T-top w/ 27' 1981 REINELL Cabin, Leave Message 21.5' SEA RAY, '00 Express lights, Garman color GPS, needs engine, no trailer, Cruiser, cuddy, head, bimini, FM/CD, VHF radio, cushion $1500/obo (9411-286-3990 20', 2003 Proline Sport, 240hp loaded, exc. cond., pkg., rear seats 2 fish 150HP. Loaded, Like new. 190 hrs always covered & lift boxes, EXTRA CLEAN. 27' SEA RAY 126 hrs on twin $15,000/obo. 508-615-1246 kept. 941-575-0017. $29,995 incl. alum. trailer. V-8 Merc Cruiser full bimini top 20.5' '98 BAYLINER CAPRI 22' 03 Baja, 70mph, Ciga- Finan.avail. 941-629-9666 $8000obo 941-628-9997 I/0, lOOhrs, like new, bimini, rette, $23,500/obo. 941- 27' SEARAY SUNDANCER, trailer, all acc. $9,900/obo 815-6149 23.5' 10 Mechanically sound, Special Edition. $1999. Mint Must sell! (941)-475-0115 22' 1997 Angler, center solid giving perfect work boat. $2500 Condition. Always dry stored. console, 200HP Mercury, dg work boat $2500 Marina maintained. $39,900. 120 gallon tank, bimini top. (941)-505-6617 (941)-493-3049 2003 Action Craft, GOOD CONDITION!!! 38' 1983 Wellcraft Scarab stroke, 1160 engine hrs,a 4 Trailer included. $11,500 24' 1988 SUNRUNNER Hull & trailer only. Motors extended 3yr factory Weekender, Rebuilt motor, avail. $5,500 obo warranty thru 2009, 22' Cruisers Inc. 350 Mer- new batteries & radios, New (941)-473-2771 trolling motor, DF, GPS, cruiser, good cond. Sleeps 4. bottom paint. Volvo dual poling platform, Head, stove, sink, fridge. props. $6800/obo $25,500 941-286-6704 Great family boat. $5,700 (941)-286-3990 CLEAN Late Model obo, (941)-624-0169 Consignments Wanted 21' 1994 SEARAY 200 22' GRADY mod 225, 24' PONTOON Boat, eng. HIgh Traffic BOWRIDER Bimini top w/ 1999, Dual console, Yamaha looks & runs like new, lots Great Financing 2001 alum, trailer, exc cond. 200HPDI, 360/hrs, as new. of seating, porta pot, trail- Boaters' Warehouse $9850 (941)-697-1034 or $28.5K 941-485-4575 or er in fair/good condition, 941-255-1167 (q41)i- r5-2736 http://22gradywhite.9k.com $4500. (941) 505-1512. US 41 & Harbor Blvd Like New Isle Cris Craft Deck Boat 24' w/trailer, $25,000. 941-916-1710 7331 SAILBOATS 14' DAYSAILER w/ trailer. $800 OBO (941)-697-1082 20' AMERICAN SAILBOAT w/ sails, sips 4. Needs work. $500 OBO (941)-697-7085 21' Venture w/trailer $600, 18' Victoria $100, 16' Hobie $700. 941-474-2072.. 22' O'Day, new bottom paint, new sails, new cushion covers, new 50 gal water tank, self tailing winches, 9.9 Mercury OB w/22 hrs. 11' Achilles inflatable. In water ready to sail. $4600. (941)-628-8751 23"SAN JUAN SAILBOAT ALUM. TRAILER & MOTOR $4,500. (9411)493-3898 25' HUNTER, good condition, new motor, new GPS, $6,000 obo. Call (941) 627-1061. 37' O'DAY, center cockpit, fully equip, extra sails, 2 bedrms 2 baths, Perkins diesel, 9' hard bottom inflat- able, 9.9 Neissin ob, VHF, GPS, fathometer, stereo, water maker, full galley, many extras. Great live-aboard or cruiser. Dockage avail in PC. Price reduced to $49,500 (9411-375-2687 Classified = Sales 7332 PERSONAL WATER VEHICLES 1997 YAMAHA WAVE RUN- NER, 1100 cc, 3 seater, 90 hr fresh water. MINT. $3500./obo. (941)-624-6001 1998 GSX SEEDOO, Garage kept! Exc. Cond! Low hours. $3,200. obo (941)-627-0754 or (941)-286-0121 2 1987 Stand Up Jet Skis w/ trailer. Parts ski incl. $1,500. (9411-637-0860 2 GTX SEE DODS w/trailer. 3 seaters. Needs minor work. $2,400. (941)-637-0860 CASH FOR YOUR UNWANTED JET SKIS & JET BOATS. RUNNING OR NOT!. (941)-268-7516 7333 MISC. BOATS/WATER SPORTS 14' Aluminum boat with trailer. $500; 941-423-2512 21' Stamas with 175 h.p. Evin- rude, (not running) all offers considered. May give away. (941) 268-1782 FREE BOAT. 11' Sears, needs work (941) 268-1782 7334 OUTBOARD/ MARINE ENGINES 1990 Mercury 8HP Runs good. $550 (941)-780-1544 1996 FORCE BY Mercury 120HP, 25" shaft excellent condition, with controls $1400/obo. (941)-400-7264 7334 OUTBOARD/ MARINE ENGINES 2001 NISSAN 3.5HP $350 RUNS GREAT! ***SOLD*** 235HP Johnson $400; 1999 250 Mercury EFI $5900. 941-423-2512 7336 BOAT STORAGE/ DOCKING 2 SAILBOAT DOCKS, 5 min. to Harbor w/ outboard pilings. $150. mo. (941)-639-3122 7338 MARINE SUPPLY & EQUIP. 1 TOW TUBE, 2 WATER SKIS, ROPE $100. (941)-493-8498 MERC. controls, side mount, with cables & trim $75. JUMP Seat $25 Call 941-627-0227 7339 CANOES/ KAYAKS FL's Largest Kayak Selec- tion! Rentals, Tours, Classes. Economy Tackle 6018 S Trail, Sara. (941)922-9671. KAYAKS & CANOES SALES, RENTAL, EQUIP. LARGEST SELECTION IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ESTERO RIVER (239) 992-4050 Smoker craft 15', $150 obo. (941)-629-8579 DON'T FORGET When you're looking for that special item, look in the classified first. To advertise call 207-1200 Venice/North Port 475-2200 Englewood I 16 7360 CYCLES/MOPEDS/ 7380 MOTOR HOMES/ SCOOTERS RVs Harley-Davidson 2003, 883 1986 CLASS C, 81K mi. New Hugger, Aniversary Special, roof air, fridge & awning. Pearl, windshield, engine Runs good. $5,000/obo. guards, Screamin Eagles, (941-627-3644 extra seat, fiberglass bags, custom parts, 7,500 mi., P.C. 1986 Itasca 28' MH. $3500. $7,500, (863) 990-5170 cell. (941)-815-6330 NEW Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14 1990 COACHMEN Class a 32' less than 100. miles on the fuel inj, 460 ford, exc. cond. worlds fastest production last call $9500. 941-423-7771 motorcycle. 3yr. service plan w/bike. Health reasons force Advertise Today! to sell!! SAVE $$ Call (941)- Advertise Today! 740-4925 Triumph 650 motors bot- 1990 Winnebago, 22', V6, low tom end, $350/ea, and mi., generator, roof air, roll up misc parts. (941W-234-7743 awning, fully self-contained, sleeps 5, asking $9,800 obo, 7365 ATV (941)-391-3667 1995 COBRA Class C, 74K, 2003 Polaris Preditor new tires, generator, awning & 500cc. Great shape, steer safe package. ready to ride. $3500 $16,900/obo. 941-255-1940 941-628-2035 1996 DODGE ROADTREK, 2004 Honda Foreman 4x4 190 Popular, 55K miles, many 450, after market tires/rims, extras, excellent condition. ---..... ,4 8 000 all QC A941-875-3782 SOUTHERN 2005 FORD EXPLORER TRUST SPORT TRACK S17,980 2003 Kia Sportage Low miles! $8,650, 912 Car faxed. Low downpayment with 2005 FORD EXPLORER guaranteed financing. XLT 2WD, LOADED, ONLY (941)-766-0050 30K S16.999 2003 Toyota Highlander 4x4 v6, auto, air, air, all pwr. $13,990. Cramer Toyota 1-800-507-1643 2005 HONDA PILOT LOADED 15K MILES 2003 TOYOTA $24,980 HIGHLANDER LOADED ONLY 26K Ml $20,980 11-01j-/ ju Sunday, May 28, 2006, Real Estate Classified ,B --- --- S n ia 1or~ CI I ~ ; 'v NEIGHBORS' WANT 11 WATERFRONT ACCESS TO A LEMOII BAY? 1 rn,r, mnut.- Iron, y.:.u pr,.le dJ,: I.:, SLemr.:.n B i,' P -.j;A '2'; ' open lloor plan. Plenty Ol room to grow on 1.87 acres. Private, yet close to town, shopping, beaches. This waterfront property gives you more bang for your buck. Must sell $859,000 MLS#507017 Call Owner/Agent Phyllis Rollo, 941-416-1164. ,^ b& VENETIAN GOLF & ,,.. UNBELIEVABLY LOW RIVER CLUB. F,ii .... e PRICE Sturrirg ei.rla. ,.I r [e r,,:.rr,e ,sw r,,,me Alirn, l2.i..1 7'0 "q I pOOi P .' 5 p .: ,I T ,,: r' ii i hvng grariie ,:herr'y cLti, rou.e ii. ,cI .,i% r, jhreli, ,,i'le~s ppiiarce ,. upgradee. jgrar.ile Ii lrge Il d'bl co1 ilred Ceiingc, great on the diagonal, crown mold- architectural detailing home for ing, 4BR, 3BA, 2556 UA, 2CG, health entertaining. A lifestyle community with club, nature park, river club. New July endless amenities'. Venetian Golf & 2006 $790,990 MLS#504361 Call River Club. $679,900 MLS#515210 Call Judy Mazrin 941-922-7030 Team Venetian 941-270-7363 M VD. JM 1 I LIVE ANu -ian HERE? Walk 10 Ime f&.. &n^U beach in rrnriuivs Uf- /er, |.:,v tir,,inq trm ihe ,,/lhinrg pier AvailaIle wilh voluntary HOA aues. Live in this fully furnished 3BR, 2BA, 2CG on Manasota Key. A must see prop- erty. $625,000 MLS#495081 Call Phyllis Rollo 941-416-1164. S\235 BASE AVE. EAST. a102 B lorAmNU rw nulvMcE - -' WORLD CLASS .Spe.:acular private sel ELEGANCE. CUTTING ling or walter acll S pre. EDGE TECHNOLOGY serve Tin,." enlarged iz.I r-j,..r model nas e.erj, upgrade FURNISHED. Gorgeous gran- including doubile pO':ke Ite, cherry, marble, tray ceilings. sliders, granite, tile, wood Private garage. Hi-tech wiring, Plasma TVs, cabinets, large lanai, all in walking dis- home theater surround sound system stance to River Club for dining, tennis, throughout, Gourmet kitchen, all stainless appliances. Community pool, exercise facility fitness, canoeing, etc... $580,990 $607,900. MLS#515197 Call Charryl MLS#501153 Motivated! Call Diane Youman 468-5215 Calderaro 941-223-6520 WATERFORD GOLFING DIAMOND INI THE ROUGH CONDO- COMMUNITY VENICE 2.6 ACRES MANYISLESCONDO- nu,, ,r, Fir ,F,.r F-,,1 i... POSSIBILITIES IN PRIVATEI waletr vewI I-',eedd bai BR ,- ., i, e, CG ,1SETTINGI 1-3-` ,lr, r 1 -:- dock prijaie ift r inujie r 2i ,.:. i .: ,o t .i ~r.: iri p to cr.,rine H.arbor O eir flooring. Manicured landscaping oni ns property as nom i sset optional 3rdBR/den .Gourmet kitchen front and back, gated community. This home back with room to grow, plenty of room for a w/granite counters. Heated pool compliments the owners who are proud to pool, greenhouse, etc. No deed restrictions, underco untver parking & storage.ted poo show their home $499,900 MLS#513645nh e ceedrestrictions. drcver parking & storage Call Cheryl Torres 941-915-9026 $499,000 MLS#499602 Call Joe Thompson $495,000 MLS#634467 Call Maurice Call heryl Torres 941-915-9026 941-539-4178 Woosle, 941.616 ai -*i aiSILLWAiTE R A rGIE L COMMUNITY PRICE = -VS REDUCED Gre:u ^ Jf3BR, 28A rome wiltrl 12' ceiling, 3 bay windows, S 3CG, tray ceilings, rounded corners and a secluded back yard. This home is only 1 yr. old and immaculately kept. $469,900 MLS#503534 Call Team McCranev 941-468-5201 S BRAND NEW RESORT STYLE LIVING Beauilul ^^Ir : a'l', pi 3 lu, up.'. 'er Stoneybrook. New appliances throughout home. Ask about community amenities 10 minutes from beach, close to 1-75. Available now! $469,000 MLS#517262 C al .I:j.-,r,',n,, 6r, n ,, '.D1 .b 1'2 f NO BRIDGES TO BAY - 'A*.il rj- ~pri .- A,-,ji A ..'. ri.Dr,!1 (poo 3, 22 wi _'.:,u' "l healed pool, wVYoUd deck, u.k & davits. Lots of tile and updates. Absolute must see. Don't miss this smart buy or you'll regret $449,000 MLS#517962 Call Kathe Owens 586- GREEN Lieswie ,n this spotless horne on Bobcat Jth lee popular Doral model 1ui 11in 2000 .deep lot with extra parking and privacy, glassed In FL room. Many upgrades. Code'095 $399,900 MLS#505627 Call Jon Chabra 941-223-2137. l% ,, TODAY'S BEST BUY - Largeil C.,Ourtard ronie, 2BR -BA 3den ouir. ;fear prieter,.,. ew. new n e v.e r I pe .l i n T ie -..-) r s aill rpplianc-e-, in teauilul Venetian Golf & River Club. Endless amenities: $399,000 MLS#508230 Call Team Venetian 941-270-7363. S SPECTACULAR POOL HOME BY NEWPORTI Come zee this Jusi LIPe rjew" 3-2.2 home in rone ori Rotonda slin- est areas built in 2002, this home was barely used and shows excellent. Why wait? $359,950 MLS#501499 Call Joe Cirillo 941-468-6324 2CG w/spectacular lake view from large screened lanai, vaulted ceilings for a roomy feel, all new carpet in LR, DR & BR's, new tile in master BA. New hot water heater, new plumbing. $339,500 MLS#497160 Call Cheryl To re. I*. .i .j l t. ,.< I / .\ 'DREAM HOME IN DREAM NEIGHBORHOOD 702'2 grai j,:..,on ti 2 hEW k.i:rnen jpp lr. :e. HuLGE B backyard, HUGE kitchen, %#HUGE master bedroom, HUGE master walk-in closet. Clean, light, bright, cathedral ceilings, neutral colors, highly desirable quiet Venice Ave. neighborhood. $323,900. MLS#51.6974 Call Charryl Youman 468-5215 L-Ai H' 9 -1- ..' I GREAT VALUE IN fRj VENICE COMMUNITY - Floridi room ,overlooks pri- vate backyard. Well maintained by original owners. Don't miss this one! Prudential Stacey Schwartz $299,900 MLS#516516 Call Stacey Schwartz 441-5500. A, tibf JBsA Jf Two ci 0 ly waier lois. lenced, separate garage. & shed 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 car garage, updated appli- ances inside utility. Move in now! $289,000 MLS#603878 Call Richard Knope 426-0755. I P q mO fP" ' JUST REDUCED AND I 1 PRICE TO SELL' COri ,Tf,.' ulMII 1. .e cr' .: ir,.p: iQ,)l :.Our:,. and I.:.. ir,- e .,,1 ramp offers direct access to the ICW. THi m iaciA te 22/212 split room layout features a spa- cious Florida room and large caged pool that's perfect for entertaining. For more details and visual tour, visit www.Experience FloridaLiving.com. $277,900 MLS#504249 Call Karen Butterworth 941-270-7571 "n .r NOW EVEN MORE .FLORIDA LIVING ON AFFORDABLE Brand WATER Fabulous 3, Rnew 'qu3i[t bUilt .22 2/2 wilh family room Deep Cree r,-,mrr beick- Over 2000 st under air. orsDeS r eghl in soar- luxurious master suite, ror Deligh in or,- rwalk-lit 618bf, f9fiilly c rious 'ceirnghuge and er, room, big lanai for entertain- gorgeous master bath and more. Ing, all on an oversize corner lot; Come see for yourself. It's'a bargain! iTons o storage. $279,000. $279,900 MLS#630243 Call Vivian MLS#630197 Call Roxanne or Fahrenholz 941-662-9629 Shannon Moore 941-276-8142 0111-M1777 7 .-*,.. ^ y S ^ a I IBIKETO BEACH; Be~,irull ^^^pM'la,-,,l-,ae.l ..Ih FHors. i hu r I r t Jew.:.u fi o r :rq screened lanai on a warm evening or enjoy you living room oir.iu.: c.n chilly night. MLS#506029 $269,900_-C.i1 Bob Overholt for a, personal tour. 941- 447-4028. I - .,7 UNIQUEE POOL HOME - i BuilI cck l.ci. t..,y owner conr r acic.r. In. 32 5 2 S beau l t : .Irer.ey energy eticeri' Trerrmai windr,dow ar doors, C-us torrn, wood cainets among many innovations. PLUS 14 x 18, workshoo!hobby GITY WATER rnid no tawn to0 ,mcwl' iuiy/ unique MLS#634762 $255,000 Call Gail Collir.ns 26-8965 I - ....., " -f, VER LIVED IN! S 22195 SW Chrnlon .Ave Port Charlotle '3. 2 2 witri a lot of extras Office/den can be your fourth bedroom. Ceiling fans and all kitchen appliances, washer and dryer included. MLS#625702 $249,000 Call :Luba Kiselev 941-457-3649 I ... I ,_ CAREFREE PLANTA- TION GOLFCOURSE CONDO LIVING E.,-IO/ mi n, lranar.:e Iree ,..,ng ,n ihih .Cond ii.:or veutcr,hetei Cder,. 2.2 condo. Spotless move-in condition. View of. lakes and 9th fairway. Elevator building with close parking. Clubhouse, pool. Possession at closing. MLS#510222 $235,000 Call Jon Chabra/Dave Hoffa 941-207-5062. LO O I.' LOuvE! - EfJI Brand new 3/2/2 w i. with greenbelt behind. Living, areas tiled, 1742 sq. ft., builder's warranty. Very quiet area, garden tub,: wood cabinets. www.twomoores.com. $229,800. MLS#617296 Call Roxanne or Shannon Moore 941-276-8142 FAMILY! Relax on your ig lanai while Ihe RiOS waicr TV in the familv rm Tr,,s 3 bed. room, 2 bath, 2 car garage concrete block spacious home offers an inside laundry rm., screened garage & front entry. Family-sized & family-pricedl ILS#628521 $218,900 Call Lois Kozak 941-468-2973 m' v -. HOME. ONLY $199.999 Delinnely not a drive- by Newer metal rooI .".'yTotaill remodeled 3'2 Some on ihe Cocoplum Waterway. New oak cabinet kitchen and baths. Great lanai to enjoy the view with your morning coffee. Plus workshop. MLS#618559 $199,999 Call Lucille Maillet 941-769-1062. AE, S m =-f f PRIVATE POOL Or rela' your lired muscles ir, ire hol sp.a Corncree Sblock ncme owners 2 tLd rooms, 2 baths, lenced yard, family room & inside laundry room. Over 1500 sq. ft. of living. Put your personal touches to this afford- able pool home. $179,900 MLS#617640 Call Lois Kozak 468- 2973 iMOVE-IN HEADY - Beaulitully maintained 312 1 on corner loF No smoking home with trig bedrooms, newer duct work and. carpet, extra inside hobby/workshop,, pantry, family room and it's fur- nished! Plus city water and sewer! A must see! $179,000 MLS#633269 ,Call Gail Collins 4R-R896RR -' LOCATED!! Enjoy over 1500 sq II of living in Ihis concrete block 2 bedroom home. Not far from Warm Mineral Springs or shopping. City water & sewer. Lg. family room. & inside laundry room. $172,900 MLS#626257 Call Lois Kozak 468-2973 S. VENICE 2/1 WITH POOL, BIKE TO \' BEACH! This cule \ JS Venice home ,s a f3great vacation nome or perfect for the 1st time home buyer. 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, private fenced yard with an above ground ., pool. MLS#511613 $169,900 Call Rich McCraney 941-468-5201 S READY & WAIT- ING! Freshly painted, newer A/C. roof & windows are in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath concrete block home. Large screened & vinyl Florida room, Ig. laundry/util- ity & beautiful yard. Just $164,900 MLS#634087 Call Lois Kozak 941-468-2973 I ILAK E-4SIDE FIXER-UPPER - CONDO Beau!dlul Br'ng your pet and setting for this end- own your land. Greal unit condo with spa- lor retirement or sea- cious rooms and enclosed sonal two bedroom, one bath, lanai. Community pool, tennis screened lanai and storage courts in quiet area with short area. This home has vinyl sid- drive to shopping, 1-75 or 41. ing, needseam. $65,000 $149,900 MLS#634833 Call MLS#634492 Call Donna F. Gene Murtha 637-4669 Poser 941-276-4199 ESITE E mi ._._..... .. C L E A R E D ONE FIXED REDUCED RO- TERRIFIC COR- i, JUST LISTED GREAT LOCA- CANAL FRONT BRIDGE TO TONDA LAKES NER LOT IN FOR DETAILS! CORNER LOT ON TION Re- LOT SOUTH MYAKKA RIVER CANAL LOT -T.G.A. 12,950 sq. $52,888 each, 3 ORLANDO BLVD. duced! 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