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NEWS HAPPENINGS DINING SPORTS REAL ESTATE ISLANDER Island dredging completed soon The pumping of sand onto the shore of Anna Maria Island should come to a close by the middle of next week. The Illinois, the 220-foot dredge that has become a common view on the horizon since Dec. 26, will com- plete its task and move to another job, Great Lakes Dock and Dredge Co. Foreman Billy Coleman told the Is- lander Bystander as long as the weather holds. But the project is not completed just yet. Coleman estimated that another two weeks or so of work still needs to be done to "dress up" the beach, re- move the long sections of 30-inch diameter pipe, and till the beach to a depth of about three feet to facilitate nest- ing sea turtles. There is also a hope the pit in front of the Shell Cove Condominium in Bradenton Beach will be filled. At press time, members of the Manatee County Com- mission were discussing the merits of spending $50,000 to fill the 100-foot by 50-foot hole, created after condo- minium majority owner Glen Watkins refused to sign an easement to allow the sand to be placed in front of the condo at 2310 Gulf Drive. If commissioners agree to put up the money, the sand could be trucked to the hole later this week. Photo: Paul Roat Car fire ruled arson A carfire at 521 Kumquat in Anna Maria Tuesday morning left no injuries but a scorched car and smoke damage to the home. Fire Chief Andy Price said the fire was suspected to be arson. The 1988 Dodge Omni, owned by Andrew MacMinn, was completely destroyed, and damage to the home estimated at $1,000. Alder returns to the Islander Respected Island journalist June Alder has joined The Islander Bystander editorial staff. Starting with this issue, Alder's column, "Those Were the Days," will be a look back at events and people from Anna Maria Island's past. Alder's background is as exciting as her column wifl read. She took a chance in 1973 and left her-position as a magazine editor in Chicago to live on an Island she had heard so much about as a child. Warned by her mother (an Is- land retiree) that this seven-mile stretch of sand wouldn't hold very many journalistic opportunities, she moved anyway, with time proving her . mother wrong. By destiny or pure L luck, Alder met The Islander's editor Don Moore in 1974. and, once on board, was on her way to an excitin journalistic career. . Alder covered the news on Anna Maria Isandand aLongboa Key as a reporter and columnist for 14 The way it S" was This one-room school 4 house was built in 1914 A: .on Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria City. It served the Island's educational needs until Anna Maria Elementary was built in 1947. Once the children moved their classes into the new schoolfor the 1948/49 ._ school year, the building was used a meeting house until the mid-50's when it was designated the Youth 7r -Center- the forerunner S" of the Anna Island WA i c Community Center. A few pictures, and the bell steeple (now on the grounds ofAnna Maria Elementary School) are all that are left of this A i J historical Island landmark. Island Heritage Day featursiaeat music and more Island Heritage Day, Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center will feature a day full of Island activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Islanders Bob LoPiccolo and Riley Conarroe will offer musical entertainment, piano and bass, respectively, starting at 10 a.m. until noon. From 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m., the Anna Maria Youth Com- munity Chorus, under the direction of Cliff Burgeson, will provide a half hour of early settler songs and American folk tunes. Linda Greig, pro- prietor of Linda's Sunnyside Cafe and an accom- plished singer, will perform from 2 to 4 p.m. ac- companied by LoPiccolo. Historical exhibits and videos will be featured throughout the day. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by the Island Rotary Club and will feature half a roasted chicken, prepared by Chef Steve Gianotes, with heaping portions of coleslaw, baked beans, rolls and a beverage. At 1 p.m., the Living History Pageant will dra- matize Holmes Beach resident Dorothy Raymond Whittaker's. newly published book, "Angels of the Swamp," based on her and her brother's Island life during the Great Depression. The dramatization is di- rected by Islander Dick Hennessey. To add to the festivities of the day, a framed, limited edition watercolor print of an early beach cottage by Anna Maria artist Richard Thomas will be raffled off. Advance tickets and luncheon reservations will be sold for donation of $4.50 each at the Island Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The Mu- seum is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds from the event are to benefit the Anna Maria Island Historical Society. For information, call 778-0492. Cortez Fishing Festival this weekend, too. See article, page 6. years, and earned the distinction of winning four first- place awards from the Florida Press Association before her retirement in 1988. During the years 1983 and 1984, Alder assumed the duties of editor of The Islander, but ultimately decided love, reporting. Two of the biggest stories Al- der covered were the Skyway Bridge disaster, appropriately- named when a freighter hit the Sun- shine Skyway Bridge in May of S 1980, collapsing the structure and Sending 30 people to their deaths, Sand the still unsolved Holmes Beach murders in 1980. "Those Were the Days" brings exciting, living history to each issue of The Islander By- stander. Her article is on page 5. SKIMMING THE NEWS ... HOLMES BEACH ELECTION Page 2 Meetings ............................... Page 3 Letters ................................ Page 4 Circus Coming ................. Page 6 Dredge News ....................... Page 10 Police..................................Page 12 School Menu .......................Page 16 Fishing ............................. Page 18 ANNA MARIA ISLAND'S FREE WEEKLY NEWSPAPER FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0M THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER N FEBRUARY 18, 1993 PAGE 2 Is the bridge a Holmes Beach issue? By Jeannie Friedman Islander Reporter An overwhelming majority of the ten candidates for Holmes Beach City Council believe that, like it or not, the proposed 65-foot, fixed span bridge on Manatee Avenue is a major campaign issue. Although state and local officials continue to state that the bridge is a dead issue, most candidates say that they are getting a different message from the people. The Islander/By- stander asked the ten candidates to give their opinion on the bridge. The candidate's comments follow; listed in alphabetical order. Rich Bohenberger stated that "The bridge is a major issue whether you like it or not." He cites the Anna Maria election results as proof. Some people will vote for the candidates based on the position they have taken on the bridge. "Personally and as a can- didate I am opposed to the bridge for fiscal reasons." According to Larry Campbell, the bridge is important but should not over- shadow other issues. "One issue candi- dates should not be elected," he said. "Unfortunately, it seems to have be- come the most important issue." Campbell opposes to the bridge. Luke Courtney stated, "This elec- tion will be about the bridge, that's very obvious. The results of the Anna Maria election and the results of the straw poll are good indicators of how people feel." Courtney also said that in talking to both business people and residents he found that they are opposed to the bridge by a margin of 10-to-1. Holmes Beach voters Some candidates who are running for a seat on the Holmes Beach City Council believe that the proposed 65- foot, fixed span bridge on Manatee Avenue is not a cam- paign issue, but the city's voters seem to disagree. The Islander/Bystander went out in search of full-time 0- -' -- Dr. Frances Smith- Williams, Key Royale, "If the bridge is not an issue, it should be. All things being equal, I would definitely vote for a candidate who is against the bridge. I am not speaking from an emotional stand point but from a professional background in urban plan- ning and demography. There are other issues that are im- portant such as zoning and development, but a 65-foot bridge will change our com- munity forever. Courtney is opposed to the bridge. "People feel deeply one way or the other," said Dee Grayson. "In the Anna Maria election it was an issue and it might be the same here." She also Alice Maute, Gulf Drive, "Absolutely! The bridge is definitely an issue and it will have an effect on this election. I want to learn more about all the candi- dates, but I certainly don't want anybody in office who would vote for a bridge that is unsafe and will spoil the ambiance of our commu- nity." speak out on bridge Holmes Beach residents who are registered to vote and asked the following, "Is the proposed bridge a campaign issue and will a candidate's position on the bridge affect your vote?" Here are some of the responses. Dick Maher, West Bay Point & Moorings, "Although the bridge seems to be a foregone conclusion, yes it will be a campaign is- sue. Public interest will make it an issue so it will have an effect the way people vote. The voters will associate the candidate with his or her position on the bridge. There are, however, many other important issues to be concerned with." said that if elected, and if the majority wanted council members to fight the project, she would do so. Betty Hill, an incumbent who voted for the bridge, remains in favor of the project and does not see it as a cam- paign issue. "It's over," she said. "People need and deserve access to the mainland 24 hours a day. Safety is the primary issue." Hill said she disre- garded the results of the recent straw poll because only 20 percent of the reg- istered voters participated and the poll did not indicate the majority opinion. "Based on the way the county voted, I really don't think it is an is- sue," said Thomas Huffine. "People will vote based on the bridge issue but that is improper. We should look at other issues because this one is dead," he said. Huffine endorsed a new fixed- span bridge when he ran for county commission, but stated that he would "take a hard look if elected and make decisions that are good for all the people." Billie Martini is opposed to the bridge but she does not want it to be a campaign issue. "I'm afraid it is a main issue but I hate to see it be," she said. "The candidates will be in office for two years and should be elected for what the can do for the city," she stated. Martini is against the bridge. "I believe the bridge is a major is- sue in a symbolic way because it snows the present council was not represent- ing the wishes of the people," said Mary Ellen Reichard. "I'm still trying to figure out why the Holmes Beach council voted the way they did.This time the voters will elect candidates who respect the desires of the commu- nity." Reichard opposes the bridge. David Schueneman feels that the bridge is only one of the issues but it is a major one which will make a differ- ence in the outcome of the election. "The present council made it an issue Sarah Nicholas, 69th Street, "The negative atti- tude of the present council members has made the bridge an issue. I want council members who will serve the interest of the community of Holmes Beach and not their own interest. I think that those candidate's who are for the bridge are more interested in tourists than in the per- manent residents of this is- land. Therefore, the bridge issue will affect my vote." when they voted against the wishes of the people," he said. "They didn't even consider the people and that is not the way it's supposed to be." Schueneman is against the bridge. "The bridge is not a campaign is- sue because the decision has already been made," said Dolly Young. Com- menting on the results of the straw poll, Young said, "I do not believe in straw polls because it takes away from the election process. The process should give representation of the people's wants or needs." Only three of the ten candidates will be elected when voters go to the polls on Tuesday, March 9. Two members of the present city council, Kathleen Mitchell and Aaron VanOstenbridge, are not seek- ing re-election. Betty Hill is the lone in- cumbent. MEET THE CANDIDATES before you vote on March 9 CITY OF HOLMES BEACH POLITICAL FORUM WEDNESDAY February 24, 7:00 PM Anna Maria Fire Station 1 (adjacent to City Hall) 10 Candidates for City Commission 3 Seats, 2-Year Terms Please join us for an evening of lively political discussion, with questions from the audience. (Written questions will be required and questionnaires will be provided at the door. Guests are welcome to come as early as 6:30) Sponsored by SISLANDERI%*10Ll0i0 COMING NEXT WEEK IN THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER: Interviews and profiles of the candidates for the Holmes Beach City Council. I VI] THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER U FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 3 Katie Pierola named to seat on MPO Katie Pierola is the new Island representative to the Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Bradenton Beach mayor replaces Anna Maria Commissioner George McKay on the two- county transportation planning group. Pierola has lob- bied for the seat on the committee since the flap about bridges began more than a year ago. And if the mayors of the other two cities on the Island have their way, all three cities will be repre- sented on the group soon. Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Mayors Pat Geyer and Ray Simches have sent letters to MPO Ex- ecutive Director Mike Guy requesting all three cities on the Island have a vote on the planning group's rec- ommendations. Pierola has also pushed for such Is- land-wide representation. According to Simches, the MPO granted one seat to represent the Island cities in 1989, necessitating the formation of the Island Transportation Planning Organization. In a letter to MPO Chairman David Mills, Simches states that, "There are no other cities in our MPO jurisdiction which operate under these con- straints." Simches adds that each of the Island cities are incorporated and chartered, and therefore accountable to their citizens. He believes each of the cities should speak for their own concerns, although having a single voice on the MPO was an improvement. In a reply to Simches, Mills allows for a total of 18 MPO members, the exact number being deter- mined by the governor based on equitable geographic- populations ratios. In his letter, dated Dec. 17, 1992, Mills adds that he has directed Guy to research Simches request "in detail" to determine if the addi- tion of two new members would create an imbalance in the apportionment. Guy said the matter would come before the MPO Feb. 27, but added he doubted the Island would gain the two extra votes. Any change from that position, Guy said, would Winter time and rehearsin' is easy Island actors take advantage of a beautiful day to pose outside at ,N iAnna Maria City's museum. The thespians will enact scenes from S"Angels of the Swamp," authored by islander Dorothy Whittaker, as part of the Historical Society's program on Heritage Day. M Advance tickets for the February 20 program and chicken lunch are on sale now at the Island Museum in Anna Maria City. Pictured (left to right) Matt McGowan, Art Ballman, Georgenia Willmott, Nicole Quigle, Roy McChesney, Vinney Flood, Dorothy Whittaker. Photo: Jeannie Friedman give a greater weight to the Island than the population would dictate. As an example, Guy said, there are six members on the MPO from all of Manatee County - three from the county commission, one from the city of Bradenton, one from Palmetto and one from Anna Maria Island. A seventh member from Longboat Key could be considered a split representation for Manatee and Sarasota Counties. There are also three representatives from Sara- sota County, along with two from the city of Sarasota and one each from North Port and Venice. There is also now a seat for the Sarasota-Bradenton Airport Authority. The Feb. 27 meeting of the MPO will be at 9:30 a.m. at Sudakoff Hall, 5700 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. at-a-glance Anna Maria City Tues., 2/23: 7:30 p.m. Commission Meeting Wed., 2/24: 7:30 p.m. Zoning Board two variance requests Bradenton Beach Thurs., 2/18: 1 p.m. Council Meeting Holmes Beach Thurs., 2/18: 9 a.m. Council Workshop The Islander Bystander Holmes Beach Candidates' Night Wed., 2/24: 7 p.m., Anna Maria Fire District, Station 1, Holmes Beach. NEW! NEW! NEW! Everyday ... there's something NEW at Beach-Style ... new swimwear, new accessories, new fashion groups. .v .. i.. .. /J TROPICAL, FUN, CLASSIC CLOTHING ARTFUL GIFTS & ACCESSORIES 13OUTIOUIE" 10010 GULF DRIVE AT PINE AVENUE ANNA MARIA (We're just one block north of the Sandbar Restaurant) 778-4323 Your favorite surfside place for dinner is now serving lunch'. "One of Florida's Top 100 Restaurants" Award Winning Surfside Dining Now serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. 778-6444 jj THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 4 CA Trust me: this is really, really fun Thoughts of Tom Sawyer and a long, long whitewashed fence were running through our minds last week. The Twain-ian concept came as we were sit- ting on the sidewalk in front of the Islander By- stander offices. Newspapers towered in stacks around us. We had newsprint up to our elbows, and were busily rolling, banding and bagging newspapers to throw to the homes on the Island. But we were also distributing an awful lot of papers to people strolling by on their way to the Laundromat, or to the hardware store, or to just do some window shopping. Most people would have a kind word or two. "Keep up the good work" was a common phrase, or "I just love your newspaper." Unfortunately, no one seemed willing to buy the idea that Tom Sawyer used so well to his ad- vantage: that what we were doing looked like so much fun that everyone would want to do it, too. With about a gazillion papers to roll, we kept hoping. That hope was part of the reason for the en- thusiasm we used in greeting people who passed us - that, and the fact that the more papers we could give away, the less papers we'd have to roll. But the hours spent on the sidewalk were more than recompensed by the throwing itself. There's something satisfying about sitting in the back of a pick-up truck flinging papers on drive- ways. It serves as kind of a catharsis after the week's pressures and stress of putting out a news- paper, of dealing with the politicos and others who always have a gripe or a comment about things that are in print. So we'll be on the sidewalk again this week. Stop by, say hello, take a fresh copy of the newest Islander Bystander. If the rolling and bagging of newspapers looks fun, that's because it is. And we're willing to let you play, too. No charge. News Editor L Kudos for the firefighters Having had first-hand knowledge of Anna Maria Fire District's efforts to provide fire safety training and life-saving techniques to their constituents, I have only commendations and laudits for the fire district and its employees. They have contacted this Association repeatedly over the years and have taught our residents proper use of fire extinguishers, explained and tested smoke detectors, flow-tested hydrants, and made recommen- dations geared toward improving Mt. Vernon's fire readiness. All of Mr. Vernon's experience with the fire district has proven them competent in their profes- sion and courteous in every respect. I want to extend a hearty thank you to Anna Maria Fire District for a job well done. There will always be detractors among us as no one can please all of the people all of the time. I encourage Anna Maria Fire District to continue to service our communities as diligently as they have in the past and to continue to provide their life-saving instructions with such professional enthusiasm. There are many of us out here who appreciate all the efforts! Thomas J. Ewing Mt. Vernon Condominium Association, Inc. Manager and Anna Maria Island Resident. Tourist tax, not beach fees Congratulations to the Manatee County Com- mission for shelving the plan to charge beach parking fees. It has been pointed out many times that the one cent tourist tax should be used for beach related ex- penses. Last year, the one cent tourist tax brought in be- tween $500,000 $600,000 and is increasing every year. All monies collected from the one cent tax, not pledged to pay for the beach renourishment project, should be used for beach maintenance. The dredging bids came in much lower than ex- pected, therefore, the County saved over $1,000,000 in costs. This savings, combined with the one cent tax collected each year, would average about $200,000 per year over the eight year bonding period. This ap- proach would also give us back-up money in case of an emergency storm. It would also give us stable fi- nancing for beach maintenance for years to come. The public beaches would remain free to the public. The Florida statute for Resort Tax use states, "To finance beach improvement, maintenance, renourishment, restoration and erosion control, includ- ing shoreline protection, enhancement, cleanup, or restoration of inland lakes and rivers to which there is public access." Howie Herman Bradenton Beach Oh, please, give us a lift! For the sake of my blood pressure, I try to avoid knowing about things like the proposed "Adopt-a-lift station" program, but your recent article really got to me. Although we all pay taxes, we still have to prac- tically support the entire education system out of our own pockets. If we need new jails or children's ser- vices (which we do), that's an 'extra' tax. But now, the county wants me to adopt a sewage system to beautify and maintain because I can do it cheaper than the $27/hour they charge? Give me a break! If I have to do all the work myself because my rates are so reasonable, then give me back my county tax dollars, fire about 80 percent of the bureaucrats down there and I'll give you the most beautiful lift sta- tion you ever saw. But don't take my tax dollars, Manatee County, and then ask me to do your job. Janet Aubry Holmes Beach Wanted: letters to the editor The Islander Bystander welcomes and encour- ages your letters to the Editor. Mail or drop your letters off addressed to Editor, The Islander Bystander, Island Shopping Center, 5400A Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217. ISLANDER AM THE FREE VOICE OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND VOLUME ONE, NUMBER 13 V Bonner Presswood, Publisher V Editorial Joy Courtney, Editor June Alder Jack Egan Jeannie Friedman Paul Roat V Contributors Bob Ardren Dee Becker Doug Dowling Mike Heistandt Bob Hulburd Bob Woods V Advertising Sales Jan Barnes Dolores Knutson V Gene Rodgers, Distribution V Darla Becker, Production Jon Kent, Distribution Kendra Presswood, Production Nancy Ulrich, Production V Susan Runfola, Accounting With a lot of help from our friends. 1993, MacBonner Computer Services Editorial, Sales and Production Offices: Island Shopping Center, 5400A Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 813 778 7978 Those were the a ,, An annotated collection of bits and pieces from Anna Maria's past by June Alder. 20 YEARS AGO The seawall being constructed to protect the multi-story Martinique con- dominium complex on the Gulffront just west of the heart of Holmes Beach is nearly finished, the contractor prom- ises. The twin towers are the first high- rises on the Island. -The Islander And let's hope they are the last. 40 YEARS AGO The new cocktail lounge annex to the Anchorage restaurant at the foot of the pier in Anna Maria City will be opened to the public Friday. With the numerous requests for the privilege of the "first drink," the policy of Dewey Adams and Lola Mae Hackney will be "first come-first served." -The Islander The Anchorage was built in the late 30s or early 40s by Mrs. Hackney and her husband Jim on the site of the circa 1910 land sales office for the Anna Maria Beach Company. It dispensed sandwiches and beer and good cheer to countless ser- vicemen (including bored soldiers man- ning the radar station on the Island) dur- ing World War II, and in the post-war years was favorite snack place for resi- dents to come to relax and watch visitors from up North parading on the pier. But as the years rolled by the bar attracted a rough crowd. In May 1975 a small army of law- men swooped down on the the place and arrested a dozen patrons (some of them well-connected). But nobody was convicted of anything, and unsavory facts disclosed about the conduct of the local gendarmes infuriated citizens. The result was that Chief Conrad Jus- tice was fired and Mayor Steve Kimbali resigned. Two years later the sagging Anchorage building was pulled down and after a while Fast Eddie's Place went up. Now the once highly popular Fast Eddie's is gone and the Anchor- age is back. And the beat goes on. 80 YEARS AGO The Anna Maria Beach Company is out with an attractive folder detailing the features of their resort, now in its third year. In addition, Tampa Postmas- ter George W. Bean, president, states that his development company has printed thousands of attractive post- cards of beautiful scenes which will be sent to any address for the asking. He is looking forward to the time when the excursion season will begin before the fishing season is at its height and the people in general begin their spring and summer vacation at the beaches. -The Tampa Morning Tribune George Wilhelm "Will" Bean was the son of George Emerson Bean, Anna Maria Island's first homesteader. At the age of 44 the elder Bean came to Tampa from Connecticut in 1883 with his wife Abbie and seven children. He had a dream to some day live on the island he had fallen in love with on a 1965 voyage with three of his fellow Civil War veterans. Ten years later, after his mother's death in Tampa's terrible yellow fever epidemic of 1887, Will helped his aging father build the clapboard New England- style house on the windswept north point of Anna Maria where he would live until his death in 1898. ... and the Anchorage in 1977. Jl] THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER E FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 5 THE WILD MONKEY IS NOW OPEN NEW ARRIVALS *** TROPICAL & CLASSICAL. SWIMWEAR & SPORTSWEAR 40% OFF DAVID SMITH SPORTSWEAR 50% OFF COTTON CONNECTION & OTHER SALE SPECIALS THE WILD & MONKEY 9903 Gulf Drive Anna Maria (One block BEFORE the Sandbar Restaurant on the RIGHT) 778-3125 -1 *1 -" BEACH STYLE BOUTIQUE 10010 Gulf Drive Anna Maria (One block AFTER the Sandbar Restaurant on the LEFT) 778-3125 U .i a )es! . The Islander Bystander is a ree, community newspaper, and if you live here, you'll never have to pay to get the Island news. . If you want to receive the paper in the mail ... if you have friends or relatives out of town who want the newspaper ... or if you only live here part time and want the Island news at your "other home," we now I offer subscriptions! Bulk mail is required for our free paper, and we need to build our list y to a minimum of 150 paid subscribers before we begin mailing. We expect that to be sometime in February or early March. If you would like to subscribe to The Islander Bystander, just fill in" the form below and mail it to us (or drop it off) with a check in the proper t amount. BULK MAIL U.S. Subscriptions: D One Year: $26 F 6 Months: $18 M 3 Months: $10 1st Class Mail and Canadian Subscriptions: to a Winiem r o1e5 oaid sbfsrgh iberns y be usfrwe and miling We One Yolme ar: land the Island $18 hoi CI eMntehs $10 LI One Year: $125 L 6 Months: $75 NAME u ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP___ MSLANDERihTOR T0fI MAIL OR DROP IN PERSON TO: THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER THE FREE VOICE OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND 5400A Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 We're located right between D. Coy Ducks and J the Holmes Beach laundromat in the Island Shopping Center. man an NIEMEN man as EUUUEENUN3U3UEE 1 r OJ THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, AMI WEST ANNA MARIA ISLAND, FLORIDA Sportswear Swimwear and Accessories Alexis Plaza 9801 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, FL 813 778 6877 RICH BOHNENBERGER for HOLMES BEACH "-'J CITY COUNCIL A Vote for me is a vote: To maintain the integrity of Holmes Beach To provide fiscal accountability To represent the interests of the citizens of Holmes Beach. VOTE ELECTION DAY MARCH 9th PD. POL. AD. PAID FOR BY RICHARD BOHNENBERGER CAMPAIGN FUND 1993 PAGE 6 Condo Owners: Do You Have Too Much, Too Little Insurance? It's possible! With your association and personal policies, you could now be overinsured for the contents of your home but underinsured for other important items, like carpet- ing or cabinets. To make sure your condominium home is properly insured, see your Auto-Owners agent today. MIXON -in glf^ INC. -''. LIFE AUTO HOME "W. BOAT BUSINESS 5412 Marina Drive Island Shopping Center Holmes Beach 778-2253 ttldo-Owners Intsurance Lil IHomeI C. fllsinoss TAh.'/Vo PmoPeo1e Read about your community happenings in the Island newspaper ... Islander Bystander Holmes Beach Election: March 9 Vote! LARRY CAMPBELL for ' HOLMES BEACH CITY COUNCIL Resident for 17 years Local Successful Businessman Civic and Community Leader A MAN OF COMMUNITY SPIRIT! Vote March 9th Pd. Pol. Adv. Paid by Campaign Acct. of Larry Campbell Pd P:,l Adv Paid by Campaigo Aicil .o David Sir ueneriaoD DAVID SCHUENEMAN FOR HOLMES BEACH CITY COUNCIL Don't you think it's time for a City Council that works for yotu? Vote March 9th For a fun family day on the water- front, be sure to mark Saturday, Feb. 20, on your calendar for the 11th Annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival. During this special day, visitors will be welcomed to help Cortezians celebrate their love of the local marine life and pride in their heritage. As in the past years, festival-goers will enjoy a variety of live entertainment that in- cludes music, clog dancing, boat rides on the Miss Cortez and, of course, plenty of delicious seafood. There will also be an Arts and Crafts Show and tours and displays on marine live and the commercial fishing industry. Chil- dren will have the opportunity to watch the famous "Pelican Man" feed and tend to local birdlife. "Goose" Culbreath will delight all with his award winning fiddle playing! This year the festival has a special theme "Net Effects." In the face of a rapidly developing and changing coast- line, Cortez residents are struggling to preserve their four- generation com- mercial fishing heritage. Part of the fes- tival activities will focus on efforts to restore and preserve the fishing heritage of Cortez. Festival hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. along the waterfront of Cortez Village (just head west, towards the beaches on Cortez Road you can't miss it). Admission is $2, children under 12 free. There will be additional parking at Coquina Beach with two shuttle boats providing transportation across beautiful Sarasota Bay ($2 round trip). L v -. Look for elephants on the Island next week when the Great American Circus comes to town Feb. 26. Big-Top preview Baby Lisa is coming to town A little pachyderm, 800-pound Baby Lisa, will give Anna Maria Island- ers their first taste of popcorn and peanuts on Monday, Feb. 22, to preview the up- coming arrival to the Island of Allan C. Hill's Great American Circus. On Monday, Baby Lisa, a 5-year- old, 4-foot-tall baby African elephant, will dance, do sign language and will even play the harmonica for the students of Anna Maria Elementary School at 10 am. Baby Lisa will then perform at the School of Constructive Play in Anna Maria City. She will go on to dazzle audiences in the parking lot of Island Foods, 3900 East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach at 1 p.m.. All three shows are open to the public! The circus will debut its 1993 tour on Friday, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the grounds of the Holmes Beach City Hall. The Anna Maria Island Community Center is sponsoring the 3-ring, big-top extravaganza to raise funds for its year- round roster of over 40 programs. The circus itself will arrive on the Island to raise its 220 by 10-foot big top the morning of Thursday, Feb. 26. All Is- landers are invited to enjoy watching the circus set-up as the it's giant trailers, col- orful tents and array of animal pens start to fill the City Hall grounds. Adult tickets will be $8 through Feb. 25, but will rise to $12 all day, Feb. 26. Free coupons for children under 12 are' available throughout the area. Those tick- ets will be $5 on show day. Advance discount ticket outlets in- clude: Manatee Sports Unlimited, 746- 6353; Longboat Key Chamber of Com- merce, 383-2466; Gulf Drive Cafe, 778- 1919; Island Bazaar, 778-3443; Duffy's Tavern, 778-2501; Home True Value Hardware, 778-2811; and the Community Center, 778-1908. The Community Center receives half of all proceeds from advance-ticket sales, and its percentage of the gate on show day is dependent on the amount of tickets its volunteers sell prior to show day, Feb. 26. Cortez Fishing Festival this weekend - I I Norwood receives Leadership Volunteer Award Carolyne Norwood, founder and past president of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, received the Leadership Volunteer Award from Volunteer Ser- vices of Manatee County at its Fourth Annual Recogni- tion Luncheon held at the Bradenton Municipal Audi- torium. She was one of eleven chosen from ap- proximately 80 volunteers and was the only Islander in the group. Norwood was presented with a framed photo taken of her receiving the award from Marge Vita of HCA/L.W. Blake Hospital. "Norwood spearheaded the conception and growth of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society," said Vita to an audience of several hundred. "She con- tacted and motivated many people to donate time, money and resources to transform a building built in the 1920's into the Island Historical Museum. She also planned the Grand Opening of the Island Mu- seum and three annual Island Heritage Days," contin- ued Vita outlining Norwood's volunteer contributions. True to form, Norwood left the event to continue planning the Anna Maria Island Historical Society's Heritage Day on Feb. 20. MI THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 1 8, 1993 M PAGE 7 -'otO: Joy Courtney Kiwanis donates proceeds from Valentine Day Dance Jim Kronus, principal ofAnna Maria Elementary School, accepts a check for $2,175 from Kiwanis President Jim Howarth and Kiwanis member and dance chairman Bob LoPiccolo. The Kiwanis packed the Anna Maria Community Center with Islanders who enjoyed dancing to the sounds of the a big band era to celebrate Valentine's Day. Kronus stated the money would be used to purchase computer hardware and software for the school. Center to hold rummage sale A fund-raiser rummage sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 20, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., on the north end of Anna Maria Island. All proceeds will benefit the over 40 programs for all ages offered year- round at the Center. The Community Center will gratefully accept donations for the sale through Friday, Feb. 19. For more information or to make a donation, call the Cen- ter at 778-1908. Fish Fry at Cortez Village The Cortez Volunteer Fire Department will hold a Fish Fry on Friday, Feb. 20, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cortez Village Fire Station, 4517 123rd St. Ct. W., Cortez Village. Adult tickets cost $4, children underl2, $2. Pro- ceeds go to the Anna Maria Fire Department. For in- formation call, 778-6621. 'II matrix ESSENTIALS --/ r, ;L .. i t:j ' / FORMULAS FOR SUCCESS Matrix Essentials is the complete hair care product line formulated for you to have strong, healthy hair. Shampoos, conditioners, treatments, stylers and finishers interact so your hair is revitalized and restored. Problem hair? Not a problem. Just ask us. HEAD QUARTERS S HAIR* NAILS*TAN 5350 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-2586 This is the one you've been waiting for .. the annual Storeroom Sale! Lively Gifts & Kitchen will open their storeroom to clear overstocks and make room for new spring merchandise ... SAVE UP TO 75% Monday, Feb. 22 Tuesday, Feb. 23 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A REMINDER... SPRING CHINA, CRYSTAL S and FLATWARE SALE Great Table Top Savings! Mon., March 1 Wed., March 31 Lively Gifts & Kitchen Beachway Plaza 75th St. & Manatee Ave. 792-0487 MANOTEE WEST SHOPPING CENTER MANATEE OVE. WEST fT 75TH STREET, BRADENTON Medieval toVictorianto "Convenient Shopping Medieval to Victorian to Country to Modem, next to Albertson's Store!" 1&9i6on WOMEN'S FINE APPAREL * Make a statement SALLE without saying a word... RAC K in looks from our latest ,p 70% OFF spring fashions! TOU 70% OF 7463 Manatee Ave. W. Next To Albertsons 794-5599 everything "under the sun", to love, hug, admire, cherish or give! Shorts and Shirt Sets ...................... $17.49 Bronze Rings ................$11.00 to $34.00 Southwestern Decor ........$1.00 to $55.00 Pencil Portraits ............................... $45.00 Animals, Animals ............$2.95 to $26.95 /V. Aspirations 75th Street and Manatee Avenue S Albertson's Shopping Center 795-2299 III1UII IldowrL 735MnteAeW.BrdntF ---------- j IM THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 8 oveR Fin Ar rit b . 778548 New Hours at OVER THE EDGE Mon. Fri. 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m, Thurs. & Fri. 6 p.m,-9 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Art galleries exhibiting an extensive collection by the most talented Florida Artists. Painting, Sculpture, Three Dimensional Art, Glass & Pottery. 778-4655 I n la 438aria (slmr an ribtateers | 1Jhibfjel' ffarket Flea Market & Pirate Grub Saturday Feb. 27 8AM to 4PM RENTA SPACE: $10 Single or$15 Double Supply your own booth or table Sale Location: 5904 Marina Drive Across from Holmes Beach City Hall Information & Reservations: 778-0474 or 778-593 The Movie Machine ALL NEW RELEASES!! S TWO FREE MOVIE RENTALS (A $4.98 VALUE) 5600 Marina Drive Holmes Beach (next to Domino's Pizza) * Mil this coupon ad 2 rentI return receiptsalong with your name, address and phone number to: Video Techniques, Inc. P 0 Box 9649 Bradenton, FL 34206-9649 (THIS OFFER DOES NOT APPLYTO VIDEO FANATIC CARD RENTALS) M W M ]KJ N Z Z Z9"MMUNNZ ------ FRAME Helen Rundell Stefan Martin Mary Ruth McCracken * Custom Framing * Art Supplies "Care and Excellence" 5306 Holmes Boulevard Holmes Beach 119 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach 509 Pine Ave. Anna Maria VFW to sponsor spaghetti dinner VFW Post 8199 and its Auxiliary will hold a Spaghetti Dinner with all the trimmings at Anna Maria Elementary School in Holmes Beach on Saturday, Feb. 27. Dinner will be served between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.. Tickets cost $4. Money managing workshop at Island Library "Managing Your Money During Retirement - Key Concerns of Retired People," a seminar led by Susan Stonestreed, CFP, CHFC, and John Daniels, CFP, will be held at the Island Branch Library on Thursday, Feb. 25, at 10: 30 a.m. Call 778-4820 to make a reservation. Key Royale Women's Association to meet The Key Royale Women's Association will meet on Monday, Feb. 22, in the clubhouse. Tea will be served at 12:30 p.m. with the program and meeting to follow at 1 p.m. The program will feature "Miss Gates" who will appear in Colonial costume and speak about the for- mative years of Bradenton and Sarasota. "Miss Gates" is associated with the Manatee Historical Village. Former public works director to speak to Historical Society Charlie Kehm, former building inspector and public works director for Anna Maria City for 15 years, will speak at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society meeting on Thursday, Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Anna Maria City Hall, Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive. The public is invited. Kehm, who retired four years ago and built a home on the Island about 30 years ago, will give ku- dos to people who lived on Anna Maria Island in the '50s and '60s. Judge Metcalf to speak to Hi-12 Judge Becky Metcalf and Public Defender Elliot Metcalf will present a program to the Hi-12 Club on Thursday, Feb. 18. Social hour will begin at noon at Pete Reynard's restaurant in Holmes Beach. This is the Ladies" Day program. All Master Masons and their guests are in- vited. Reservations for Ladies' Day must be made with John Lasson at 778-0115. Charles Dickens offers "one man" show The famed storyteller Charles Dickens, in the persona of Islander George Curry, will spin tales from his famous stories during performances at Roser Me- morial Community Church, Chapel annex, on Satur- day, Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. and on Sunday, Feb. 28 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. George Curry grew up in Dickens' country in Dover, England, and combines his understanding of Victorian England with a long history of theatrical experience. His presentation of Dickens' own style of "readings" has delighted audiences in Europe, India, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as Canada and the United States. Curry will perform his presentations based on Dickens' own "one-man" theatrical shows, performed during his hit tour of the United States in 1868. The performances are sponsored by the Roser Church Men's Club for the benefit of its charities. Purchase tickets early seating is limited. Tickets cost $5 each and are available at Roser Church on Pine Ave., Anna Maria City. For information, call 778- 0414. What's happening off the Island ... Volunteers, sponsors and exhibitors are needed for Earth Day '93 sponsored by Keep Manatee Beau- tiful. All proceeds raised will be used to administer the Keep Manatee Beautiful programs. The event takes place Saturday, April 17. For details, call 795-8272. Divorcees who must take a four-hour parenting class to fulfill legal requirements may take an ap- proved course through Manatee Community College on March 1 and 3, 7-9 p.m.; March 19 and 26, 9-11 a.m.; March 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and March 29 and 31, 7-9 p.m. at the school's Bradenton Campus. The fee is $25. Call 755-1511, ext. 4204 for details. The Gallery at The Education Center in Long- boat Key will exhibit, "New Artists-New Work" be- ginning Monday, March 25 through April 2. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For additional information, call 383-8811. A free "Savings Strategies For the 1990s And Beyond," will be held at Morrison's Cafeteria, Sara- sota Square Mall on March 3 at 3 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Southern Assurance Group. Call 925-1500. Manatee County Central Library will co-sponsor a Living Trust Workshop, with the L.A.W. Clinic, Thursday, March 4 at 11 a.m. in the library's audito- rium. Call 748-5555 for further information. Friends of the Central Library invite the public to its auditorium on Tuesday, March 9, at 2 p.m. to listen to Joseph Booth of Sarasota, a world traveler and pho- tographer as he presents his photos taken in Xi'an, China. For additional information call, 748-5555 or 792-7813. The third and final term at The Educ ation Cen- ter, 5370 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key starts March 8. The school offers courses in fine and applied arts, history, language, bridge, literature and fitness . Additional courses to be offered are "Ballet from Petipa To Alvin Ailey," "Greek Enriches English," "Satisfaction in Marriage, "Exploring Our Cultural Selves," and "The Convergence of Science and Reli- gion." Registration is going on now. Call 383-8811 for further information. Chamber social set at Tia Lena's The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce will hold its February social at Tia Lena's restaurant, 1325 Gulf Dr. N., in Bradenton Beach. For informa- tion call the Chamber at 778-1541. Speaker on Icelandic music to be featured at library The Friends of the Island Branch Library will present the final program series "Focus on Florida" for 1992-1993 on Tuesday, March 2, at 3 p.m. in the Walker-Swift Meeting Room. Dr. Amanda M. Burt, musicologist, professor, administrator and writer, will be the featured speaker. Dr. Burt received her Ph.D. in Musicology from The Catholic University in Washington, D.C. At George Mason University in Fairfax, VA, she devel- oped a series of world music courses and lectures. A keen interest in Icelandic music and its performance resulted in nine trips to that lively island in seven years. "Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians" commissioned her to submit 29 articles on Icelandic music, composers, and instruments for its latest edi- tion. She also received a commission to seek out the general pattern and forms of music and its relationship to the culture in the Orient and few Pacific Islands. At Manatee Community College, Dr. Burt has served in various administrative positions at both the Bradenton and South campuses. She currently serves as president of the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Coun- cil in Holmes Beach and is active in the development of the Sarasota Music Archive. The Island Branch Library is located at 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. For further information, please telephone 778-6341. RI THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 9 /r ' Debra Jean and the Melotones will be at the Community Center Feb. 26. Big Band tickets still available Memberships or pay-as-you-go tickets are still available for the suc- cessful Big Band program at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Dance to "your kind of music" played by Debra Jean & The Melotones in a magically transformed atmosphere Chamber asks businesses to get involved with education The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce has formed an Education Committee with Chamber Director Luke Courtney as chairman. The purpose of the committee is to involve local businesses with-the education process at Anna Maria Island Elementary School, and to provide the students a first-hand understanding of various types of Island businesses. Jim Kronus, principal of Anna Maria Island Elementary, believes chil- dren formulate career path ideas as early as grades 1 through 5. Therefore, it is not too early, at the elementary school level, to educate children about the various ca- reers available to them. Local businesses will provide speakers and open their busi- nesses to the students to visit on field trips. Numerous other ideas are in the planning stage to provide more opportunities for the children of the Island. The committee, which will meet at the elementary school every other Tues- day at 8 am beginning March 2, will con- sist of three teachers, two or three parents and two or three representatives from lo- cal businesses. Any parents or business owners wishing to serve on the committee should contact Luke Courtney at 778-5405. Upcoming small business roundtable The Manatee Chamber of Com- merce Small Business Council's monthly Small Business Roundtable will discuss "Words of Wisdom: Free Counseling Ser- vices for Small Businesses." The one hour luncheon seminar is Wednesday, Feb. 24, noon, at Mulcahy's Dog House, 4601 14th Street W. in Bradenton. The roundtable will feature a panel discussion with representatives from the Small Business Development Center, MCC, SCORE, The Sarasota County Technical Institute, Manatee Vo-Tech and the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Call Georgina at the Chamber at 748-4842. ext. 23. for reservations. of the big band era. The next three Big Band dates will be held on Fridays, Feb. 26, March 19 and April 16. All dances are BYOB and will begin at 10 p.m. Call Cynthia at the Center for tickets or additional information at 778-1908. Single Moms group changes date and time Following one successful initiation gathering, the Single Mothers Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. every Thursday starting Feb. 18 at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Under the guidance of two trained facilitators, the group's purpose is to pro- mote the fellowship of single moms area- wide and to provide an outlet for shared concerns in a casual, friendly, atmosphere. Free child care will be available dur- ing the one-hour gathering and pizza and beverage will be provided. All single moms are invited to share ideas, experi- ences and hopes with other women in an honest, supportive discussion and activity. For more information, call the Cen- ter at 778-1908. Seagrape Festival at Roser Roser- Memorial Community Church will hold its annual Seagrape Fes- tival on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria City. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and will remain open to 2 p.m. Items for sale are reasonably priced, clean, and in good condition. The assort- ment includes men's and women's used clothing, shoes, purses, used books, handicrafts, shell creations, jewelry, pot- ted plants, crystal, china, "what nots," and fresh bakery goods. Coffee will be avail- able through the day and, after 11 a.m., a light luncheon will be offered. Hibernians' offer Clancy Brothers The over 30 Island members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the La- dies will offer a program featuring the Clancy Brothers and Robbie O'Connell. The show will be held at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater starting at 2 p.m. Feb. 28. Reservations are a must Tickets are $32 each and include bus transportation and admission to the show. The group will leave Brady's Irish Pub, 6781 Manatee Ave. W, at noon. For reservations, call Dorothy Kitchenman at 795-1675 or Marie Uttendorfer at 792- 3631. OTEY & ASSOCIATES COMPUTERIZED "*-ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING AND -It -" YEAR ROUND PR IC i TAX SERVICE Individual/Corporation and Partnerships 503 Manatee Avenue W. Holmes Beach Shirley Otey, Enrolled Agent I .E (Enrolled to practice before the I. R. S.) 778-6118 CLCS BUlo';Butqu CLCK - I.aWete -ro B Don't forget to say you saw it here ... in the Islander Bystander! Grandma loves to buy these outfits and kids love to wear them'... S" Also Gators and Sharks with mouth that opens on tee shirts and sweatshirts. Sizes from 12 mo. to 14 16 .I .. .ch& Shp i Casual Apparel I '""' Island Shopping Center 5418 MArina Drive Holmes Beach 778-2169 Friends and relatives "off the island" will appreciate a subscription to the island newspaper. See page 5 for details on how to keep them informed with the ISLANDER BYSTANDER. 4507 Manatee Avenue W. Bradenton 747-4999 i Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Slimbeiandei BOAT SHOES ... just arrived! New Spring Inventory is arriving daily So would like to invite you to our SEMI-ANNUAL SUPER SALE!! Save up to 50%! Don't miss this opportunity to save on many items throughout the store! S. Saturday, Feb. 20, 10am-5pm SOn the waterfront of the historic fishing village of Cortez (Head West toward the beaches on Cortez Road.) ENTERTAINMENT BY: Cortez Grand Ole' Oprey featuring award winning Fiddler "Goose" Culbreath. Also... Becky Palmer and her Fretless Wonders S' Paulous-Ramsey Band Ray Bryant on accoustics S* Sunshine Express Cloggers "Mote Marine Laboratory Mobile Exhibit and Educational / Talks on Marine Biology Display of Fishing Boats Coast Guard Tours Nautical Arts & Crafts Lots of SEAFOOD & fun, fun, fun! Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage Display ADMISSION $2.00 Children under 12 FREE Parking on Coquina Beach with 2 shuttle boats running to Cortez, ($2.00 round trip charge). For more information call 794-1249 sponsored by: ;a i"yLt The Bradenton Herald ?^-H^.. PARAGON CABLE I [I THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 PAGE 10 READER'S REEF SHELLS & GIFTS Come to the 1993 Sarasota Club SHELL SHOW Nl Civic Center Exhibit Hall , 801 N. Tamlami Trail, Sarasota . -" Fn. Feb 19 12 30-5* Sat& Sun- Feb 20 & 21 10-5 ~r ' S 5508 Manna Dr, Holmes Beach" S i ,- Ac ross Irom the Library '. -- " -.^ 778-3211' , Pier WValk barber & Styling Hairstyles 13y Nancy NANCY J. O'BRIEN & BARBER RANDY BRADEN 121 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach 778-3973 LET US DO YOUR TAXES , COMPUTERIZED Individuals, Corporations, Partnerships & Estates 'We're Here Year-Round." Otey & Associates 503 Manatee Ave., Suite C, Holmes Beach Shirley Otey, E. A. Licensed by the U.S. Government to 778-611 8 represent taxpayers before the IRS. Island Jane Carolan DVM Animal Clinic 5343 Gulf Drive Suite 900 Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 778-2445 14 YEARS SERVICE TO THE ISLANDS AND WEST -- 7-0ii I BRADENTON .iJ SDiagnostics " Bathing * Boarding SDentistry " Medicine * Surgery * Limited Grooming -i Palma Sola Animal Clinic Gentle, Compassionate, Care 24 Hour Emergency William V. Bvstrom DVM An ounce of prevention Professional Engineer Bill Pearce and Field Technician Dan Goodrich from Contract Drilling & Blasting, Inc., prepare to move the Blastmate used to protect Gulf structures from being damaged by heavy equipment vibrations caused by the beach renourishment project. Photo: Joy Courtney Little blue box protects beach structures By Joy Courtney Editor The Corps of Engineers is using the Anna Maria Island Beach renourishment to conduct a unique ex- periment. As part of a new quality control program aimed at preventing possible structural damage caused by excessive vibration, the Corps has instituted an "in- surance policy," for the first time in its history. The Corps required Great Lakes Dock and Dredge Co., the contractor for our beach renourishment project, to provide a system to monitor potentially dangerous vibrations caused by the heavy equipment moving the sand and pipe, and, if there is any damage, to provide a basis to determine the amount. Great Lakes hired Contract Drilling & Blast- ing, Inc. to find the answer. Bill Pearce, a professional engineer with 40 years experience, and in charge of the project for Con- tract Drilling, said his job began before the renourishment project even started. "We started by taking 1,000 still photographs and two hours of video tape of all the structures along the line of the renourishment project. Then, engineers certified the condition of each building," explained Pearce. "After the job is done, we will do a post-construction survey of all of the buildings by walking the beach to check for any changes in the structures compared to the pre- construction survey." This makes legal sense, but what has Contract Drilling done to prevent vibration damage instead of just recording it? Pearce explained the answer was found by turning to the demolition business. In the demolition business, seismographs are used to monitor blasting vibrations during projects such as bridge demolitions. Taking a cue from this procedure, four Blastmates, made by Instantel of Ontario, Canada, have "walked" with the bulldozers as they've proceeded with the beach renourishment project; one beyond, one below and two in the middle. Pearce explained a structure can take a maxi- mum of a .5 inch movement before damage is antici- pated. Set lower than a .5 inch movement, the Blastmates record three types of vibrations to calcu- late a Peak Vector Sum (PVS). If the PVS reaches a .15 inch movement, the seismograph sets off a red flashing light, warning the equipment operators; if movement reaches .35 inch, a loud sound alarm goes off bringing the project to a halt. Pearce, along with his field technician Dan Goodchild of Bradenton Beach, have constantly moni- tored and moved the seismographs during the project, placing them at strategic intervals and within 25 feet of structures accepting sand. According to Pearce, there haven't been any problems. "The alarms have gone off, but its usually been because a tourist has stumbled over the boxes," he said. According to Pearce, the benefit of monitoring program is two fold. First, the Corps of Engineers and the dredging company will have a documented ac- count of the entire project in case of any legal action. Second, and, most important, the seismographs pro- vide a comfort zone for property owners along the length of the project they can be assured there is something extra out there protecting their property. '"" '";" Election revelry .i. 1 1 Linda and George McKay celebrate with Dottie and Roy McChesney over the results of the '93 Commission election. Incumbent George McKay and first time runner, Dottie McChesney, won two year seats on the Anna Maria City Commission during the election held last week. As an ,:. i, incumbent, McKay said he felt this show of strong support meant he was "headed in the ,- ..'- right direction." McChesney '..:1;: : commented on her win with "The bridge is an important S issue, but people also know me as a good worker and a leader S.. ,., ... they can trust. That is why I S believe I was elected." Photo: Joy Courtney 6116 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, Florida 34209 794-3275 J:it Roberts Ladies & Men's Wear ymm New Spring Arrivals ... SRoxanne and Jantzen C~AIA\AIC A D g VVI IYIVV IC' Cover-ups and Skirts Designs by JOYCE Safari Group Beige Linen Look Animal prints In * Bomber Jackets * Split Skirts * Slacks * Jeweled Shirts * Sleeveless Sweaters S & S Plaza, Holmes Beach 778-4505 I[THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 11 ;1 .a ,-**<*- ^T T -- -E. 5_- _1i ,' _ tI. b.. -. 1 -. y ^ V '*1 Photo: Mark Ratliff Anna's Feathered Friends This snapshot taken on Anna Maria Island was recently chosen to be included in the 224- page, hard-cover photographic journal, "Reflections ofTampa Bay." "Feathered Friends" captures photo honor By Joy Courtney Editor "I was thrilled to get the letter saying, 'Your photograph will be in- cluded.' I guess its nice to have my photographer's ego stroked, but what's really great is to have the Island repre- sented," said Islander Mark Ratliff of his accomplishment. Ratliff was referring to the current fund-raising project by the Joshua House In Tampa. (The Joshua House is a treatment home for abused, neglected or abandoned children.) Along with Publix grocery stores, Scotty's and WFLA-TV Channel 8, the Joshua House held a Tampa Bay area photo- graph contest in June of 1992. The win- ners would be awarded by their work appearing in the Joshua House, hard- cover, limited edition of, "Reflections of Tampa Bay." Out of the 1,800 photographs sub- mitted, 800 made the publication by vote of the general public. "When I went to the exhibit at the Tampa Bay Center during the vote. I thought, 'Oh, my.' There were only a few black and white photos submitted most every- thing was color. Ansel Adams would be happy to know the art is not lost," said Ratliff as an aside. Ratliff shot "Anna's Feathered Friends in 1988 while escorting his four-year old cousin, Anna Marie Carroll, to the beach in Anna Maria City. (Anna Marie is now nine years Nk\ *sa -rJ I' old and lives in Ocala.) "It was one of those rare times everything worked," said Ratliff of his experience. "The wind had to be coming from her back so the birds would have a head wind, and it was unusual for a four-year old to hold her own with the birds sweeping around her. I remember hoping against hope that I had captured something on that roll of film." "I didn't have access to a dark room at that time so Jack Elka (a professional Island photographer known for his aerial shots of Anna Maria) was kind enough to let me use his. I was so curious to see what I had, I checked the negatives while they were still dripping, and there it was - one really interesting shot. It was excit- ing," he continued. Ratliff stated he shares his honor with former Islander and photographer Jennifer Teeter who now lives in Holi- day, FL. He explained that as a reserv- ist, Teeter was sent to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War. Teeter placed with her photograph titled, "Directions to Tampa Bay" displayed over her army reserve unit in Saudi Arabia dur- ing Operation Desert Storm." Graced with a beautiful cover of a dolphin leaping against a sunset, "Re- flections of Tampa Bay" is now avail- able. To order a copy, send a check payable to WFLA-TV for $53.37 to WFLA-TV, 905 E. Jackson St., Tampa, FL 33602. All proceeds will benefit the Joshua House. A life together Brandi Carr and Chris Klein, both ofAnna Maria City, cut their wedding cake after 1) taking their marriage vows on the outside deck of Rotten Ralph's : Restaurant in Anna Maria City. After the ceremony the couple departed from the yacht basin on fishing honeymoon. Photo: Darla Becker ISLAND PACKAGE LIQUORS FINE WINE SPIRITS BEER ICE PREMIUM CALIFORNIA AND IMPORTED WINES Free Delivery Full Service Low Prices 5904 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-2507 FINEST QUALITY! LOWEST PRICES! ALWAYS ... BANANAS THE BEST STRAWBERRIES ALWAYS ... AT THE BEST PRICES 190 LB Ask for your neighborhood discount card. Open daily 8AM to dusk. 5016 Manatee Avenue West (Corner of 51st & Manatee) Bradenton 749-1785 BEACHFRONT DINING '1 .-HAPPY HOUR f Mon Fri 3-6PM ;; 754 Miller Lite & Bud Draft S Mon Sun 3-6PM $1.95 doz. Peel-N-Eat Shrimp o, T O$2.50 lb. 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Your meal is free! 204 PINE AVENUE ANNA MARIA 778-6969 ,% C, ~J II THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, Island Police Reports Anna Maria No significant activity to report. Bradenton Beach Feb. 4 1:00 a.m. 1800 blk SR. 789 Failure to pay traffic fines. Subject stopped for erratic driving. Officer discovered suspect had seven suspensions and citations for failure to pay traffic fines. Defendant arrested and transported to county jail. Feb. 5 10:00 a.m. 1300 blk Gulf Dr Trespassing.Ex-employees had been harassing employees staff for several days. Motel owner placed trespass warning against two subjects to prevent future problems. Feb. 5 9:05 a.m. 2300 blk Ave C Warrant Arrest.Subject was stopped for making an unlawful traffic stop. Had active warrant in Manatee County for worthless check. Arrest was made. Feb. 7 4:23 p.m. 2300 blk S.R. 789 Traffic Arrest/Possession of Marijuana Arrest was made for having an unassigned tag on vehicle. Substance was found in vehicle which tested positive for marijuana. Holmes Beach Feb. 7 5:31p.m. Stolen vehicle recovered. 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FIR;dy RESCUE C+ALL Feb 8 Manatee Bridge Feb 8 600 Manatee Ave W Feb 8 302 55th St Feb 8 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 10 Feb 10 Feb 11 Feb 11 4515 124th St 200 Gulf Dr N 600 Gulf Dr N 402 Gulf Dr N 3100 Gulf Dr N 2600 Gulf Dr N 10315 Cortez Rd 7005 Gulf DrN 34 Seaside Ct 761 N Shore Dr 611 Gladstone Lane 110 49th St 9906 Gulf Dr N Vehicle Accident Medical Medical Medical Fire Alarm Power Line Down Fire Alarm Medical Fire Alarm Medical Service Call Structure Fire Medical Medical Medical Motor Vehicle Accident Thin Crust Pizza Baby Back Ribs -& More Lont ,e.. 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Across from Manatee Public Beach* Mon-Sat l1am -7pm, ASun 12-7pm Closed Tuesday Take out 778-2501 Sun 12-7pm -Closed Tuesday* Take out* 778-2501 101 So. Bay Blvd. Anna Maria, Florida Open 7 Days Dining Hours 11:30AM to 10 PM Lounge Open 11:30AM til ? Phone 778-9611 ON THE WATERFRONT Overlooking Tampa Bay, Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the Gulf of Mexico Large Portions at Reasonable Prices Also visit our Anchorage Oyster Bar S on the Anna Maria City Pier 778-0475 Open 7 Days Sun-Thurs 11:30AM to 9PM and Fri-Sat until 10PM LUNCH AT HARRY'S Grouper and fresh Spinach Salad, German Apple Pancake, Filet Mignon au poivre. Lunch and brunch are served daily with stylish informality. jARLONGBOAT KEY CsIleO 4 ,r/teAfs- 383-0777 delightful dining gourmet take-out stylish catering 525 St Judes Drive at 5600 Gulf of Mexico Drive 1 MI THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER E FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 13 Darn! It isn't '01' Blue Eyes' signature after all By Joy Courtney Editor Right along with the rest of us, native-born Is- lander John Holmes enjoyed reading "'01' Blue Eyes' signature found in Island ledger in the January 21 issue of The Islander Bystander. The story was about Islander Earl Cady and his discovery of old ledger books, one of which was titled "Anna Maria Island Service Club." The ledger held more questions than answers. Inside its pages were signatures of local Islanders and military men from around the United States starting in early 1943 and ending in August, 1945. But, the real surprise came from two of the sig- natures Frank Sinatra, New York, NY, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Jr. "What was the Service Club? How did these fa- mous people, if the signatures are real, find their way to Anna Maria Island? I'm still asking anyone and everyone those questions. I find out some answers which seem to lead to more questions," said Cady in the original story. In Cady's search to find some answers, he spoke with Holmes who was born on Anna Maria Island in 1925. Holmes stopped by the Islander Bystander of- Linmda's "SUNNY SIDE UP" CAFE0) Great Food at Great Prices *Breakfast and Lunch 7 to 2 weekdays 7 to 1 weekends Closed Wednesday S & S Plaza Holmes Beach 778-4140 ANCHOR INN BEER WINE LIQUOR 7 AM to 2:30 AM 3007 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-3085 ENTERTAINMENT 9:30 to 1:30 Feb 19 & 20 CHANDLER & CO. Feb 21 JUSTIN SANE LADIES NITE $5 COVER INCLUDES Well Draft Wine (tO to 1) fice last week to tell us his story. "I hated to tell Cady this, but I had to. To my memory the signature isn't the Frank Sinatra's," said Holmes. "John Sinatra (whose signature is four lines above Frank's in the ledger) was in the Signal Corps, was from Texas, and was stationed at the radar station at the north end of the Island. Frank came to visit his brother when the adults opened up the Service Center on Saturday nights for square dancing." Holmes said he was 17 at the time and ex- plained that at the time there was an unwritten code - as long as the Island "boys" behaved they were wel- comed at adult activities. He and his buddies "be- haved," because with an Island population of only 137, the Service Club offered a chance to meet some girls! "One of the ladies asked Sinatra to sign the reg- ister, but he wouldn't, so she signed it for him." "John introduced Frank around. Frank was a short, heavy-set guy who told us right off that he couldn't sing," smiled Holmes. "After the dance, we all went to the old Anchorage (again, the unwritten code). "Frank kept telling us he couldn't sing, but we got him half loaded and forced him to. Finally, he sang with a song out of the jukebox. When it was over, we all laughed and bought him another beer! I remember it so clearly. So, there was a Frank Sinatra, but it wasn't the Frank Sinatra." "Now ,Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Jr. actually did come here. I met him when I was in the Air Force (Holmes was called to duty while he was 17) stationed at MacDill. I can't remember if he was a captain or a major at the time, but I do remember him as a party person. He came by to wish us all luck," said Holmes, Holmes also remembered why "the adults" started the Service Club. "Soldiers came from all over. They came from Camp Weatherford Boy's Club in Bradenton where flight training was being given, and from the Braden- ton Sarasota Airport and the Venice Army Airfield - just from all over. They all came to the Island looking for action, so that's why the Service Club was formed," he explained. "Reading all the signatures in the Service Club book really brought back a lot of memories. They're mostly all gone now, those memories," lamented Holmes, "but it's good that we can recall them." And it's good there are Islanders like Cady who want to remember, no matter how many twists and turns history may take. 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Open 10 to 6, Monday thru Saturday, Sunday 11 to 4 5704 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-0333 Dave & Rose Little, Proprietors Hardy Party Sez: "A real bargain!" Prosper Maufoux Blanc de Blanc Sec Delightfully dry ... Delightfully French .. Only $4.99 750MIL ANNA MARIA IS LIQUORS & PARTY (HOP Island Shopping Center 5416 Marina Drive 778-2023 We Deliver LAND rIlaningo Fortune Instant Lottery 1W Sell Tickets -CT@ ROD 4rVXEL DOWN U Breakfast & Lunch V Beers and Wines PIER TOP Island atmosphere right ovei Daily Specials. Tue, Saturday and Sunday, For reservation BAIT & T Fishing operation open 7 special occasions. Fre, ROD & REEL PIER SINCE 1947 "Likely The Best Fishing Spot in Florida"TM 875 N. Shore Drive in Anna Maria City Next to the Rod & Reel Motel JNDER CAFE ... various Snack Items, Soft Drinks, SOpen daily 7 am to 10 pm RESTAURANT... r the sea. Florida Seafood and Steaks. sday to Friday, 4 pm to 10 pm. 8 am to 10 pm. Closed Monday. ns please call 778-1885. 'ACKLE SHOP ... am to midnight; open 24 hours for sh bait and assistance to anglers. Come and enjoy... St. Bernard's Pancake Breakfast Sunday February 21 8:30 am 12:30 pm Homemade Pancakes, Sausage, O.J. & Coffee Adults $2.50 Child $1.00 Plus ... a Homemade Bake Sale 248 S. Harbor Drive Holmes Beach RESTAURANT & PUB Now Serving Dinner Mon. thru Fri. from 5 to 9 PM! Nightly Specials Available Smoked Ribs Steaks Chicken Also Serving Breakfast & Lunch: Daily -7 am to 2 pm Sunday 8 am to 1 pm Pub Hours 7 am to 10 pm Comer of Gulf Drive & Palmetto Anna Maria 778-3909 Soft Tues thru Sat Philadelphia 4PM-Mldnlght Sunday tll Pretzels 10PM Closed Mon. From top to bottom, you'll say ours is the best pizza you've ever had! Small or large. Eat in or order to go or phone for fast delivery! $599 Gets you a Large $ 99 Gets you a Small S 16" Cheese Pizza 1 12" Cheese Pizza $1.15 ea. extra; 3 for $2.95 950 ea. extra; 3 for $2.25 Imperial Pizza & Deli 12012 Cortez Rd. W., Cortez 4 WE DELIVER 794-0470 Specializing in great seafood, pasta, stir frys and seafood Caesar salad. Great Outdoor Dining available under the stars! Seven Days a Week for Lunch and Dinner A Casual Waterfront Atmosphere. BY LAND 760 Broadway St., Longboat Key BY SEA Marker 39, Intracoastal Waterway (813) 383-2391 FULL BEVERAGE SERVICE '-r' (1 0 ^=^ con .2 Eco Cl c<^ II] THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 E PAGE 15 LEM ARTS AND CRAFTS FLEA MARKET -S q3PON!REC- BYR RJiTARf CLUB OF ANNA MAR A I. AND SATURDAY MARCH 20 9 AM TO 3 PM IN HOLMES BEACH AT THE First Union National Bank Parking Lot Photo: Joy Courtney The curious science seekersPhoto Joy Courtney Teachers aide Judy Arnold and student Shania Gibbany look over one of the award winning science projects completed by the students in the fourth and fifth grade. The winners of this event will go on to compete in the Manatee School Board Science Fair at the DeSoto Mall. Tops in science honored at fair The first, second, and third place winners of the fourth and fifth grades' Science Fair at Anna Maria Elementary School will go on to compete in the Manatee County School Board Science Fair to be held at the DeSoto Mall on Friday, Feb. 26 through Sunday, Feb. 27. The awards ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. at the mall on Sunday. The fourth grade students earning top honors in the Biology category were Kaelan Richards, first place; Kelsey Lashway, second place, and Scott MacGregor, Janae Haupt, Suzanne Wight, Mike Armstrong, Beatrice Pohl-Willmott, and Greg Granstad, third place. Honorable Mention went to Adina Bridges, Lucina Courtney, Mark Manali, Jes- sica Foraker, and Elizabeth Caudill. The fourth grade students coming out on top in the Physical category were Jesse Ferguson, first place; Logan Bowes, second place, and Natalie Van Wormer, Seth Mitchell and Kiernan Wilkins, third place. Honorable Mention went to Kati Trese, Melissa Mixon and Jon McLaughlin. The fifth grade students who placed in the Biol- ogy category were J.D. Hapner, first place, Colt Fletcher and LarissA deBetz, second place, and Sarah Janek, Kimberly Barrett, and Evan Fishbach in third place. Honorable Mention went to Nicole Brockway and Chad Sine, First Place in the fifth grade Physical category went to Annie Brooks, and Derek Pettigrew; Jeff LeGrand and Myles Cameron took second place, and Logan Shields took third place. Honorable Mention went to Maggie Freeman, Kyle Riter, Victoria Wogatzke, Chris Blake, Manon Wacker, Michael Smith, Debbie Oliveira, Gabriel Buky and Nicole Wagner. First place for a class science project went to the first grade class taught by Pat Stockton. Honorable Mention went to the students in Debbie Thomas' sec- ond grade class and Lori Garrisi's kindergarten class. 1 I Believing the unbelievable Students of Maureen Loveland's kindergarten class review Pat Stockton's first grade class science "' project. The project asked this question. "I wonder if evaporation occurs at the same rate in different Areas of the room? The children put cylinders of water at the window, in the sink and in the closet of their classroomfor a six week period then charted their results. The answer was "yes," the water did evaporate at different levels. Photo: Joy Courtney - RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! - $15.00 PER SPACE PHONE 792-5615 I I NAME I Phone I I Type No. Of Spaces _ DROP THIS RESERVATION OFF AT Walgreen's Pharmacy Counter, Holmes Beach I OR MAIL TO: | Bob Kral, 903 Waterside La., Bradenton FL 34209 Health Insurance Tired of High Rates? Inadequate coverage? Health care costs are soaring! 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One Hour or Next Day Prices! Anna Maria Centre (opposite end from Shells) 3332 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach. (813) 778-4277 [f THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 16 SA very big THANK YOU to everyone in Anna Maria for re-electing me to the city commission. PD. POL. ADV. PAID FOR BY CAMPAIGN ACCOUNT OF GEORGE McKAY NON-PARTISAN SEM 3* 0 Dear Friends and Supporters, Many thanks for believing in me by giving me your vote for L Commissioner of the City of Anna . Maria, I won't let you down. Sincerely, "Dottie" Dorothy - McChesney Pd. Pot Adv. Paid by Campaign Accd ol Dorolhy McChesney Have you heard? We have recently been approved as BE A GOOD SPORT! <'W Say you saw the ad when you shop or dine with the advertisers in the ISLANDER BYSTANDER. PERSONALIZED AUTODETAILING PERSONALIZED AUTO DETAILING ISLAND SPECIAL ... $85.00 Full detail including ... Wash Wax Carpet Shampoo Engine & Underbody Cleaning & Protection All Leather & Vinyl Conditioned Tires & Trim Dressed & MUCH MORE! Serving the area since 1985. We welcome you to enjoy full detail service at your home or your business. By appointment at your convenience, of course. We use absolutely the finest products for your car and for the environment. For a cleaner car, call today. CALL TOLL FREE ON MOBILE #356-4649 OR LEAVE A MESSAGE AT 778-7978. Photo: Joy Courtney Farewell to a great volunteer Joyce Warren, a school volunteer, has given close to 2,000 hours of her time to help the teachers and students of Anna Maria Elementary School.. Five out of the last seven years of her volunteer work have been devoted to helping the classes taught by third grade teacher Toni Lashway, and, needless-to-say, both teacher and students hate to see her go. As Joyce leaves for a new life in Kentucky, let it be known that she is taking with her many hearts and heartfelt thanks for her devotion to our Island school. Welcome to the world Baby Ibasfalean! Matthew Steven Ibasfalean was born on Feb. 5, to Kimberly and Mark Ibasfalean of Cortez. Mother and baby are doing fine! The proud maternal grandparents are Doyal and Becky Raburn. Doyal re- cently retired from the U. S. Postal Service serving Holmes Beach, and Becky is lead teller at Goldome. The delighted paternal grandparents are George and Vilma Ibasfalean. The senior Ibasfaleans live in Cortez near their new grandson. Sunday school now at Harvey Memorial Children from ages five to ten years of age are invited by Harvey Me- morial Church, 300 Church St., Bradeniol Bea3ch, to attend lunday School from 9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Mr. Terry Anderson from Pine Trailer Park will conduct the class to include rating Bible stories. Photo: Joy Courtney Exceptional performance For the week ending February 5, these are the "Students of the Week" at Anna Maria Elementary School. First row are Mark Sankey, Sarah McLaughlin, Katherine Byerly, Ashley Chiles, Ian Frederickson and Dakota Whitaker. Back row are Akela Collins, Jon Ross, Shannon Bell, Jennifer Back and Crystal Stephens. Anna Maria School menu Thursday, 2/18/93 Breakfast: Toast, Cheese or Peanut Butter, Fruit Juice Lunch: Ham Pattie on Bun, Green Beans, Hot Roll, Jello Friday, 2/19/93 Breakfast: Cereal, Toast, Fruit Cup S Lunch: Pizza, Whole Kernel Corn, Tossed Salad, Ice Cream Cup Monday, 2/22/93 Breakfast: Cereal, Toast Lunch: Hot Dog on Bun, Tater Tots, Lettuce and Tomato, Fruit Cup S'ITuesday, 2/23/93 Breakfast: Waffle Sticks w/Syrup, Fruit Juice SLunch: Vegetable Beef Soup, Tuna Salad Sandwich, Lettuce and Tomato, Jello Wednesday, 2/24/93 Wednesday: Toast, Cheese or Sausage, Fruit Juice SLunch: Vegetable Lasagna, Broccoli Cuts, Garlic Bread or Roll, Fruit Cup All meals served with milk. ************************************** DEALER THE for this area! This is certainly a welcome addition to all our other product lines. More to offer you! /n '^ SINCE 1982 56298 AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING SALES & SERVICE A PARTICIPATING 778-0773 Whs CONTRACTOR 7780773 We'reThe InsideGuys. -i rCCfa fr ise [I THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 17 Photos: Joy Courtney Above, Island Branch Librarian Sarah Bicknell, receives the school's "Volunteer Hugs and Kisses Award"from Principal Jim Kronus. Bicknell represents the parents, grandparents, relatives and friends ofAnna Maria Elementary School who give generously of their time to the benefit of the students. By Joy Courtney Editor The Anna Maria Art League and its Island Gallery West have been toying with the idea of becoming sepa- rate entities for a couple years now. The League estab- lished the Gallery in Holmes Beach a few years ago to offer artists a professional place to sell their work and as a base for the League's art lessons, workshops, programs and meetings. Due to increased demand for both gallery space and art instruction, the time has come the League and the Gallery are separating so both can grow. According to Sydney McKenha, president of the Art League, space is the main reason for the League's move. The Art League is currently working with Richard and Susan Thomas, who now own the old Deam Medical Building in Holmes Beach located at the southern end of Marie A. Schoettl Marie A. Schoettl, 72, of Anna Maria, died Feb. 8 in HCA/L.W. Blake Hospital. Born in Baltimore, Mrs. Schoettl came to the area from there in 1976. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church. She is survived by a daughter, Suzanne Gartman of Anna Maria; and a grandchild. No local visitation was held. A Memorial Mass was said at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church in Sarasota. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Asso- ciation, 1343 Main St., Suite 417, Sarasota, Fla. 34236. Brown and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrange- ments. Anna Maria Elementary honors its hard-working volunteers Above, Anna Maria Elementary School teacher Pat Stockton (right) serves breakfast to two of the school's eighty volunteers who were honored at its Valentine Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast. With an increasing student body, now at approximately 380 students, the work, from manning the computer lab to being a homeroom parent, performed by the volunteers has become increasing important. Holmes Boulevard, to renovate part of the building into two classrooms and a storage area both conducive to maintaining, and possibly expanding, the League's exist- ing art programs. The League is scheduled to move into their new quarters in May. In turn, Island Gallery West will have the opportu- nity become a professional artists' co-operative along the lines of Art Uptown, Inc. in Sarasota. "Since they (the artists) rent from us, we (the League) have control over their activities such as in ad- vertising. With the League no longer involved, they will have more freedom to incorporate into a co-operative. The Gallery's growth potential will be unlimited," ex- plained McKenna. According to McKenna the official date of the split is May 30, 1993. Ruth E. Purvis Ruth E. Purvis, 69, of Holmes Beach, died Feb. 12 at her residence. Born in Frostproof, she came to Holmes Beach from Brandon in 1987. She was a homemaker and a Brethren. She is survived by four daughters, Nancy Gabris of Brandon, Marjorie Braddy of Jacksonville, Pat Springer of Waterloo, Iowa, and Linda Martz of Sebring; two sons, Bob Purvis of Holmes Beach and Ron Purvis of Cape Coral; one sister, Rozella Toronga of Fort Meyers; 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Graveside services were held in Pinecrest Cemetery of Sebring. Memorial contributions may be made to Hos- pice of Southwest Florida, 406 43rd St. W., Bradenton FL, 34209. Fuel Uve Bait SShip's Store BOAT RENTAL MP I A Bottom Painting thru Boat Storage 2a2 HP SConsignment/Brokerage io Bulk Oil-in your container s to c Five O'Clock Marine , 412 Pine Ave., Anna Maria -0 778-5577 ,Jdohnsan' AUTHORIZED SERVICE: S OUTOARONa Johnson, Evinrude, OMC OUTBOARD SALES Sea Drive & OMC Cobra Stem Drive ANNA MARIA ISLAND TIDE TABLES FEB. AM HIGH AM LOW PM HIGH PM LOW THU 18 9:55P* 2ft 4:38 -.4ft 12:09 1.1ft 3:13 ift FRI 19 10:38P*2ft 5:08 -.3ft 12:17 1.2ft 4:02 .8ft SAT 20 11:19P* 1.9ft 5:33 -.2ft 12:29 1.2ft 4:41 1.7ft SUN 21 11:55P* 1.8ft 5:54 -.lft 12:34 1.3ft 5:24 .5ft MON 22 6:13 0.0ft 12:45 1.4ft 5:59 .4ft TUE23 12:33 1.7 6:28 .2ft 1:00 1.6ft 6:42 .2ft WED 24 12:16 1.1f 6:45 .3ft 1:20 1.7ft 7:24 .1ft Cortez High Tides 7 minutes later. Low Tides 1 hour and 6 minutes later. Third PM tide is indicated P A RELENTLESS RUSH! ISLAND ROLLERS INLINE SKATES 778-3880 ALL TYPES OF QUALITY MARINE CONSTRUCTION NEW REPAIR REPLACE BOATLIFTS DAVITS DECKS DOCKS PILINGS SEAWALLS: Caps, Tie Backs, Pins, Erosion Control Free Estimates Licensed Insured 778-5084 or Mobile # 356-2652 12510 West Cor.ez Road State Cert. CRC056636 I Art League pulling out of Island Gallery West THE G4LF SH P SPECIAL! "BIG BIRTHA" $98.50 Special Regrip $1.99 each Putters $15.75 and up ... With Island Locksmith in Island Shopping Center 5408 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-1661 5 JM] THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1.993 0 PAGE 18 Cherie A Deen. LNIT Neuromuscular Certified Massage Therapist formerly .a SkisrjuonaJ Bu,\ Now% AccepLung .\ppoirunmenUr 792-3758 0!'4' I Stephen G. Pelham, M. D. announces the association of SCOTT L. KOSFELD, M.D. FAMILY PRACTICE I 3909 East Bay Drive Suite 100 Holmes Beach Accepting Medicare Assignment as of January 1, 1993 NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 778-1007 Day/Night 9 to 5: 778-6631 Island A bapust Church James M Metts, Jr. Pastor 9:45 AM .................................... SUNDAY SCHOOL 8:45 ...............................SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM ............................ SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 7 PM ............................... SUNDAY EVENING WORSHIP 7 PM .........................WEDNESDAY PRAYER MEETING Nursery for all Services "A Loving People, On a Lovely Island, Preaching Christ!" 8605 Gulf Drive Anna Maria, Florida 778-0719 oer W cmoricfl Communttity littrclj The Rev. An Interdenominntional Christian Chlurcl Frank W. Serving the Cornntniity Since 1913 Hulchison, Pastor 9:00............... FIRST WORSHIP 9:00 ..r ............ Sunday School 10:30..........SECOND WORSHIP 10:30...:........... Children's Church Sat. 5 PM..........Seaside Worship 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria Come, Celebrait Chrst Transportation & Nursery Atailtble 778-0414 Christian Science Services First Church of Christ, Scientist 6300 MARINA DRIVE HOLMES BEACH SUNDAY SERVICE & SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:30 AM WEDNESDAY 7:30 EVENING SERVICES READING ROOM 5314 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach Monday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A potpourri of fish bricks and bouquets By Bob Ardren Outdoor Correspondent Sometimes you just don't know whether to throw a brick or a bouquet. Especially at government. First a brick: There are 18 members on the local Agency on Bay Management charged with the well-being of Tampa Bay. In the course of their business recently, the issue arose of whether commercial purse seiners should continue haul- ing "bait fish" from local waters especially since every- one agrees baitfish stocks are in virtual collapse. The proposed ban would have recommended stop- ping purse seining in all waters of Tampa Bay and within three miles of the coast off Manatee, Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Not that the recommendation has the force of law, you understand, but it certainly would have carried weight with state the Marine Fisheries Commission and hence ultimately, the governor and Cabinet who do make final decisions. So what does this illustrious group of 18 do? The seemingly impossible. They split three ways. Six folks for the ban, six against it and six abstaining. What a bad joke - on the sealife and ultimately the citizens. They're agreed to try again to decide within the next month or so. For years purse seiners pulled millions of pounds of "bait fish" out of our local waters, but with the collapse of the fishery, only six or eight boats still work the area. Just enough to really finish things off, in my opinion. And now a bouquet. The Florida Sea Grant College Program is celebrat- ing 20 years of helping Floridians make the best possible use of our marine resources, while at the same time fos- tering a conservation ethic. I think of them as an extension service for the water. In a state with more than 1,300 miles of coastline, the Sea Grant tries, and often succeeds, in connecting human coastal populations with the marine environment. Local marine extension agent John Stevely in Palmetto is involved in things as diverse as helping commerical fisherfolks with tax guides to helping land-dwellers cor- rectly trim their mangroves. Like Sea Grant itself, Stevely tends to focus on practical applications. If you'd like to make your own connection with Sea Grant, the phone in Palmetto is (813) 722-4524. Do something positive for local waters plant a mangrove. Actually, volunteers are needed to plant some 2,000 mangroves at the Leffis Key Habitat site on Satur- day, March 6, between 9 am. and 3 p.m.. Bring a shovel if you've got one, pocket knife and even a post hole dig- ger if you can dig one up. Oh, and wear shoes that can get wet, since bare feet aren't permitted, or even very smart in water this cold. To sign up and for directions, just call Keep Mana- tee Beautiful at 795-8272 or 795-8196. And in a plug they deserve, the mangrove plants are being donated by Con- servation Consultants, Inc. of Manatee County. They're going to have to do something about the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival scheduled for next Saturday. It has become too much fun and I can prove it by the ever-increasing size of the crowds. There will be boat rides on the Miss Cortez, marine life displays, a touch tank, demonstrations of cast net throwing and net repair and blue crab races. For those among us who've led a sheltered life, there'll even be a chance to learn to open oysters. That alone is worth the $2 price of admission for adults. Children under 12 are free. (I've always personally favored having the kids open my oysters since they seem to enjoy it so much and it gives me more time to enjoy the "finest product of the brewer's art.") Just make sure they wear a good glove to ward off those ugly scars some of us still carry around on our palms from a slipped knife. Anyway, for some good food, good music and cer- tainly, a good time wander on over to Cortez between 10 am. and 5 p.m. Saturday. The festival is sponsored by the Cortez chapter of the Organized Fishermen of Florida to educate people to the environmental problems facing Florida's fishery resources. Bonita, bluefish and Spanish mackerel are out there By Mike Heistand Arkee from the Bradenton Beach Pier reports that a lot of founder and sheepshead are being caught with whiting and trout being caught at night. Accord- ing to Arkee, fishing has been great! Captain Tom Chaya says redfish have been his best catches this week producing limit catches of reds and a few sheepshead. Dewey on the Rod & Reel Pier reports anglers have been catching redfish and permit with shrimp, trout with love's lures, and a lot of founder. He also said some were catching snook with shrimp, but they're not in season yet. Captain Mark Bradow says a few cobia and trout have been caught this week with lots of.sheepshead. Pete from Annie's Bait & Tackle reported Cap- tain Zack with "Dee Jay II" said sheepshead were peaking with big guys up to nine pounds. The Gulf is producing lots of gray trout with some large speckle trout mixed in up to 25 inches. Also, bonita, bluefish and Spanish mackerel are out there. The Bay has been producing nice trout, flounder and redfish. Golf Tip: Slices, pull and block shots are sometimes caused by lining your shoulders left of the target. To help square your shoulders to the target, imagine a beam of light shining from your shirt's left pocket logo onto the ball. When the light points at the ball you know your shoulders are parallel to the target line. bjurcb( of the Annunciation j' White Elephant SALE SATURDAY, FEB. 20 9:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. SHome Baked Goods, Jewelry, Linens, Appliances, Good Stuff, Plants, Household & Misc. Hot Dogs & Cold S Drinks Available. 4408 GULF DRIVE HOLMES BEACH S FUNERAL HOMES KEITH L. GRUENDL General Manager BRADENTON HOLMES BEACH 720 Manalee Avenue W. 6000 Marina Drive 3904 Cortez Road West (813) 778-4480 (813) 748-1011 FAX 746-6459 T Q Key Royale Golf News By Bob Woods Islander Contributor On Feb. 18, Art Fowler got his golfing thrill at the Key Royale Club, with a hole-in-one on number six. More recently, at the match play championship at the same club, Ed Sosnowski of North Harbour Point closed out his opponent four and three to win the 9-hole tournament. On Feb. 15, Joe Funk of Perico Bay won the 18- hole match play tournament, closing out his opponent five and three. For Sale by Owner/Builder II[ THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 19 Little League sign sales rounding first base As of this week, over 30 local businesses have "come up to the plate" to support the Anna Maria Is- land Little League by purchasing advertising signs to be displayed at the Anna Maria Island Community Center during the up-coming Little League season. To join the Little League team, businesses or organizations can have a 2 foot by 4 foot reusable sign, of their own design, prepared by the Little League for only $25. Then for only $100, the signs will decorate the fences behind the stands and around the outfield of the baseball park throughout the Little League season which ends in June 4 months of ad- vertising for only $100 (tax deductible) This is a great opportunity for businesses to advertise and sup- port a very worthwhile cause. To "sign up" call Luke Courtney, vice-president Anna Maria Island Little League, at 778-5405. Some of the businesses and organizations that have already "signed up" are: Air & Energy, AMFD, Bali Hai, Betsy Hills Real Estate, Coconuts, D. Coy Ducks, Duffy's Tavern, Far Away Places Travel, Five O'Clock Marine, Fran Maxon Real Estate, Galati Marine, Holmes Construction, Island Bazaar, Island Discount Tackle, Island Lumber, and Island Medical. F**--------------------------- 1 I I have questions about real estate ... j det YZ. A i ANNA l\RL\A ISLAND and. or -i SURROUNDING AREAS REAL ESTATE Please send more information: Price Range: __ I '-J_ OI HOUSES: i- For Rent 1l For Sale Br. ..Ba. - '" CONDO O For Rent Li For Sale Br..'Ba. SLANID SHORE FRONTAGE OIC,ANA.L 7 NEAR BEACH Name: I 1 Address- i oe State Zip- _Area Code Tel. No. S SEN[) TO: Betsy Hills Real Estate PR Box 2151, ONE YE AR . ,r Anna Mairia. Florida 3-121Wi; 613 7- -2'' 1 Fax 7"-221'94 L MLS -... ... . L- - SI PROPERTY OWNERS Worry-free leasing of your property with our professional management program. For details on receiving the highest possible income and the extensive services KARLY CARLS provided both owners KARLY CARLSON Y C RL and guests, contact the OR Anna Maria specialists, MARY S. MILLER (813)778-2275, orcall collect if out of state. EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES U & EXCEPTIONAL SERVICES 3222 East Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath overlooking Watson's Bayou & Tampa Bay ... $149,900. Rare 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath with deeded dock and carport ... $171,900. DICK MAHER Licensed Real Estate Salesman CALL DICK MAHER After Hours 778-6791 778-2261 605C Manatee Av W- Holmes Beach 778-2244 401 Pine Av* Anna Maria OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TOLL FREE 1-800-422-NEAL DUPLEX SPIC &SPAN K ''Ai L a 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths EACH SIDE THIS IS A VERY GOOD INVESTMENT RENTAL PROPERTY Good condition. Well located. Nearly new roof. Lot is extra high & dry. Parking for 4 cars. BIG MASTER BED- ROOM. EXCELLENT VALUE AT $129,500. reen REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA 778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive Next to the Anna Maria Post Office Deep Canal Home 1/2 Block to Bay & Intracoastal 3 Blks to Gulf Beach 2BR/2BA, about 2,000 sf, 15 x 30 Pool, 516 56th St, Holmes Beach. $187,000. Call owner for appointment! 778-2952 Wickedly attractive 3BR/3BA home, CHOICE location on Bay, walking beach, designed for PRIVACY; wall of glass in GREATROOM; new kitchen & Master BR Suite, professional landscaping, light & bright & fun. $395,000 BY OWNER 778-4488 BUY IT. SELL IT. RENT IT. In the Islander Bystander The Prudential ( Florida Realty We Are da 5340 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 (813) 778-0766 -~ 3' KARIN B. STEPHAN Ihre Immobilienmaklerin spezialisiert auf Anna Maria Island. Office: 778-0766 Mobile:350-5844 Evenings: 388-1267 NORTH POINT HARBOR This 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath is a 4,500 s.f. masterpiece, with a spectacular view of Tampa Bay and the Sunshine Skyway bridge. An artistic entryway leads to an im- pressive and elegant European style floorplan. All bedrooms and living areas have beautiful views. A circular drive winds gracefully to a four car garage. #KS900. ... $750,000. WILDWOOD SPRINGS Very nice large 2 Bedroom, with enclosed balcony. Beautiful pool area, tennis, close to shop- ping, restaurants, and golf course. Extremely nice 2nd floor, 1700 model! Glass enclosed lanai, fully insulated with double hung windows and pocket doors. High efficiency Heat Pumps. NICE! #KS196 ... $79,000. CLUB LONGBOAT BEACH & TENNIS Seldom available. Turnkey, very tastefully furnished. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Active complex with Har-Tru Tennis courts, pool, sauna, and beach. A MUST SEE! #KS 281 ... $245,000. VERY NICE DUPLEX 1/2 block off of the Gulf of Mexico. Larger side is turnkey furnished. Professionally landscaped. #KS688 ... $172,000. SPACIOUS KEY ROYALE on large corner lot with golf course view. Newer dock, custom Spanish mosaic tile, room for pool, great floor plan for entertaining. Large utility area could be office. #KS509 ... 0239,000. YOUR OWN LANDLORD! $115,900 #00381 ... Bradenton Beach duplex, 2 bedroom, 1 bath each side. Good investment! Only a short walk to beach. COZY ISLAND HOME! $109,900 #98887 ... 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with fireplace. Room for pool. HAPPY ENDINGS BEGIN HERE! HAPPY ENDINGS HERE! RUNAWAY BAY! $84,000 #50096 ... 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Turnkey furnished. This condo has view of pond & pool! On-site manager. CALL ROBERT ST. JEAN 778-6467 4 Plex! $159,900 #99732 ... Great rental! Close to beaches. Call Bob or Lu Rhoden now or 778-2692 eves. GREAT INVESTMENT! $285,000 #50669 ... Six units for rental income! Swimming pool, beach access. Call T. Dolly Young 778-5427 or Carol Heinze 792-5721 eves. ISLAND DREAM! $132,000 #50215 ... 2 bedroom, 1 bath, elevated, near wide walking beaches. Call Roni McCuddin now or 778-5585 eves. SUNBOW BAYI $120,000 #50623 ... 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Enjoy beautiful sunrise! Call Karin B. Stephan now or 388-1267 eves. ANNUAL & SEASONAL RENTALS available beginning at $500. Call Jack Bachman 778-0769 or 778-5368 evenings. The Prudential Florida Realty CAROL HEINZE CRS REALTOR-ASSOCIATE Million Dollar Club 5340-1 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach. R 34217 (813)778-0766 12 E Fox (813) 778-3035 i B After Hours (813) 792-5721 The Prudential - Florida Realty Experienced Professional T. Dolly Young, IMS offers for sale: motels, apartments, commercial property, vacant land, investment property, and your dream home. OFFICE 778-0766 MOBILE: 350-1817[ @ AFTER HOURS: 778-5427 New, custom-built 3 bedroom, 2 bath canal front home. Located on a private Lake La Vista Cul de Sac in the City of Anna Maria. Features include a formal dining room with French doors leading to a breakfast porch, maple kitchen with tile floors and a 4-seat counter overlooking great room with vaulted ceiling. French doors lead to a large screened porch overlooking the canal. Other features include tiled baths, walk-in closets, laundry room, solid pine doors and pine framed windows throughout. Plus, many more features in this quality built 2,500 sq. ft. home. A must see at only $223,500. 778-7603 Byappt.only * CL 2) Mi THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 20 Looking for an apartment rental? The Islander Bystander has more rental ads than any other publication on Anna Maria Island! 1,-relL r lna -a [r REALTORS MLS "TEAM UP WITH SUCCESS" 778-2261 778-2244 605C Manatee Ave. W. 401 Pine Avenue Holmes Beach OPEN 7 DAYS AWEEK Anna Maria TOLL FREE 1-800-422-NEAL q ili -ia iammum gmuwa ,r B_ .. Breathtaking Panoramic Bay View ... Nearly new 3 bedroom home within walking distance to beach. Quality construction. Bay views from kitchen, dining and living areas. Lovely furnishings and decor. Call today for a private viewing. $225,000. SALES AND RENTALS 778-1999 5320 MARINA DRIVE ISLAND SHOPPING CENTER ""r-. . HOLMES BEACH NEVER before offered to public. 3B/2B Gulf front unit $279,000. 2B.2B direct Gulf front $289,000 Most beau- tiful beach front complex we've seen' Great rental pro- gram. Multiple units available for investors. ASK FOR: CRAIG ABBOTT STEVE ABBOTT 383-1990 383-9449 ,X-- 4134 Gulof o Mexico Drie Longboat Key (813) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (813) 778-2294 P. O. Box 2150 419 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216 Associates After Hours Barbara A. Soto .........778-3509 Christine T. Shaw ......778-2847 Marcella Comett ........778-5919 Nancy Guliford ..........778-2158 Classic Canalfront Residence b11 This handsome 2 bedroom, 2 bath, Key Royale treasure was just listed! Amenities include a spa- cious living-dining area, opening onto an expan- sive Florida room which overlooks the seawalled canal with boat dock. A bright, convenient kitchen adjoins the comfortable breakfast room and handy pantry. Double car garage, tile roof, pebbled landscaping for easy maintenance, and more! A gorgeous deal on a beautiful home at only $215,000, including 1 year Homeowner's Warranty! The Friendly Real Estate Professionals Serving Anna Maria Island % Exclusive Waterfront Estates Video Collection [FK70 \ ONE YEAR REM UZ-o-J WARRANTY MIS - m mmllm I 6~i~cL &4 I1r-cl~ Richard A. Freeman Island and Key Specialist Realtor(/Associate Reach Richard for your piece of paradise. Erreichen Sie Richard fuer Ihr stueck paradies. (813)778-2261 or 800-422-6325 After hours: (813) 778-2284 MLS '7 For all .our real estate needs, Just call ... Toni King. Realtor/Associate OfCfice. I 13) 778-6654 After Hours: 1813) 778-1785 Michael Saunders & Company L Ren d Ril j ELe Bi.her 1'44 Ea-t Baj Dric. H-oniec Beach Michael Saunders & Co. of Anna Maria Island, Inc. Licensed Real Estate Broker FEATURE OF THE WEEK STATELY ELEGANCE EXCEPTIONAL BUY Very secluded tropical setting in Marina Isle. 3BR/2B, 2BR/2.5B townhouse with gulf views from master suite. pool, water views. Must see to believe. $399,900. Paul Private 2 car garage, lots of storage. Great location turn- Collins, 778-4330. key furnished. $109,500. Ken Rickett, 778-3026. ISLAND HOME $1 this property is great 3BR/2B and family circular drive, room Wendy Foldes, 755-0 IN A SETTING OF TR furnished first floor unit screened lanai, garage a to beach. $199,900. Jef HAPPILY EVER AFT 2BR/2B. Family room k den becomes a hospital buy! $110,000. Toni Ki SPACIOUS 3BR UNI' a first class complex th court and boat dock. i price. $99,000. Ken Ric .37,500 Just 3 blocks to beaches, A PERFECT LOCATION! Just 2.5 miles to the beach from for a family or retirees who need this beautiful Perico Island townhouse. Pool, tennis and club- room. Large lot (100x100) has house. 3BR/3B. Large kitchen, formal dining. $113,000. Don for boat or RV and citrus trees, and Karen Schroder. 778-2200. 826. BAY FRONT ESTATE Total privacy and spectacular IANQUIL CHARM Exceptionally views of Bay and Intracoastal. Grounds encompass entire overlooking Palma Sola Bay. Large end of a bay front peninsula. Quality craftsmanship. Pool nd more. Model condition. Minutes and boat dock. $750,000. Jean Lee Sears, 778-5045. f Granston, 756-5234. SURROUND YOURSELF WITH FUN Choice Key ER Easy living for the busy couple. Royale location with in-ground caged pool on a deep water :eeps the rest of the house neat. The canal. 2BR/2B plus computer/hobby room. Start enjoying le guest room in minutes. Fantastic the good times now. $169,000. Toni King, 778-1785. ng, 778-1785. MARINERS COVE Magnificent complex features pool, T With outstanding water views at lighted tennis courts, boat dockage and fabulous views of iat features a pool, hot tub, tennis Bay and intracoastal. Several units in various price ranges, Convenient location, outstanding $219,500 to $350,000. Wendy Foldes, 755-0826 or Pat :kett. 778-3026. Landsberg, 792-3397. Anna Maria Island Centre (813) 778-6654 3224 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 ICK EANE REALYIC GULF FRONT 2BR 2BA turnkey furnished unit in complex with pool, elevator and close to shopping and restaurants. Sit on your balcony and watch the sunsets or cross the street and walk the wide, long beach. Priced at $99,900. Call Stan Willliams for details. ,: ': : ,~- :.,, ,,. 7 5:2"..Ik___ . NAUTILUS DIRECT GULF FRONT Over $21,000 annual income from this prime second floor apartment with fabu- lous views. Complex offers heated pool, tennis, resident manager and excellent rental program. Owner financing available. $192,500 furnished. Call Dave Moynihan. SPECTACULAR BAYFRONT Fully furnished 2BR - 2BA top floor, end unit with fabulous view of the Bay. Deep water boat dock and one block to prime beach. Offered at $125,000. Call Dave Moynihan. BEACH HOUSE 3BR 3BA Beach house directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Views are Spectacular! Wide beach for shelling or walking. Priced at $299,900. Details from Stan Williams. WIDE SANDY BEACHI In front of this lovely 2BR-2BA, LA PLAYITA CONDO 2BR-2BA townhouse in Holmes turnkey fumished condo. Many conveniences including eat- Beach. Close to beach and shopping. Large pool and in kitchen, washer/dryer, covered parking for 2 cars, pool, recreation area. Garage parking with extra storage security entrance. Priced at $139,900. Call Stan Williams. room. Priced at $79,900. SEVERAL SELECT WINTER RENTALS STILL AVAILABLE. CALL LISA OR VALERIE FOR AVAILABILITY AND RATES! .II-.- -~ -c 1 YVNN * . ~- ~- ; zz- ---- c:-: -- - `' .*Ci4 THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 I PAGE 21 Real =tateTransction Anna Maria DATE ADDRESS TYPE FROM/TO 1/28 226 Periwinkle Plaza Home Keller to Karasiewicz 1/29 507 Magnolia Lot Lardas/Stelle Bradenton Beach 1/26 2401 Av B 1/28 2516 Av C Holmes Beach Lot Shute/Pfeiffer Duplex Vienna Restaurant/Drumm 1/26 633 Key Royale Dr Home Martin Beverag 1/26 647 Key Royale Dr Home Temkin/Rizzo 1/29 105 34th St Home McDonald, EtcJCaron 1/29 3705 E Bay Dr Tiesler/Vanmechelen LISTS $199,900. UK UK UK ,e, IncJMartin UK UK $154,500. UK SALES $193,500. $98,000 elevated 3bed/2bath/2carport home, 1,570 s.f., built 1986 75x116 canal lot $73,500 50x100 Bay View Lot $103,000. elevated4bed/2bath/2carport duplex, 1,800 s.f., built in 1982 $361,500 $405,000 $140,000. $74,000 3bed/3bath/2car/pool home, 1,391 s.f., built in 1970 3bed/3bath/2car/pool home, 1,700 s.f., built in 1971 ground level 4bed/2bath duplex, 1,500 s.f., built in 1974 elevated 2bed/2bath condo, 1,200 s.f., built in 1979 CENTURY 21- A Paradise and a New Beach!!! CUSTOM BUILT ANNA MARIA HOME -3 Bed., 2 Ba. 2 car garage. Lots of room to roam. 2 blks to Rod & Reel Pier & glorious sunsets. $155,000. SHELL POINT CONDO -2 Bd., 2 Ba. Complex offers pool, tennis, putting green and active clubhouse. $120,000. GULFWATCH CONDOS -Watch the boats cruise down the intracoastal waterway from this direct Bayfront unit featuring 2 Bd., 2 Ba., screened balcony in 1,200 sf of living area. $113,400. SALE! SUPER PRICE REDUCTION! From .$.Ze06-to $450,000. Panoramic Bay front home in choice Key Royale location. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath with enormous dock and endless views! Over 3,000 s.f. This absolutely won't last. Make your offer today. The seller is willing to talk! Call Patty ... $450,000. Office 383-3708 or Evenings 778-5295 PATTY LANCE Hire an exceptional REALTOR with a proven track record of success. With integrity, knowledge and exceptional service, I S will go the extra mile for Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island's finest properties. ISLAND REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND Maureen Dowd, Uc. Real Estate Broker 318 Tarpon is a spacious, elevated home on deep sailboat water. Direct access to Tampa Bay, room for 45' boat and a lift for smaller craft make this home a boater's dream! Three bedrooms, two baths, sunny porches and a cupola to top it all off with beautiful views of Tampa Bay!! This is the place for you and your family to have it all ... asking $299,000. Affordable Canalfront Living in Anna Maria: 319 Hardin is a secluded canalfront home with direct access to Tampa Bay!! Recent remodeling, large rooms and plenty of storage make this a great fam- ily home for $169,900! . ,.,.rE *,~ Fanastic Holmes Beach Location! 130-51 st Street is a lovely 2 bedroom home just steps from the white sandy beach. Settle in for lifetime or enjoy a winter getaway ...for only $145.000. 778-6066 Fax #778-4687 6101 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FORMERLY HENDRICKS REAL ESTATE 1) Sales Rentals (' Property Management SI SALES RENTAL PF o Ir %f i SPlanning to SELL or RENT your prc GROUP OFFICE! Four ISLAND MEMBERSISLAND provide personal and professional CO-LISTING SERVICE ISLAND business experience shows .4 4-- tju I d JUST REDUCED! Close to the sparkling Gulf beaches is this duplex with 2BR/1 BA and screen porch each unit. Excel- lent rental history! There is a FHA assumable mortgage. Call Ken Jackson today! Priced to sell at $126,000. FRAN MAXON REAL ESTATE Ucensed Real Estate Broker 9701 GULF DRIVE P.O. Box 717 Anna Maria, FL 34216 (813) 778-1450 or 778-2307 NEW LISTING! Two bedroom, waterfront condo in Anna Maria. First floor unit includes new imported ceramic flooring, newly carpeted bedrooms, mirrored closet doors and water view. Enjoy your private deck directly "over the water" plus step down to a spacious boat dock for your boat. Only $87,500! Call for appt. today. ANNA MARIA REALTY, INC. LIC. REAL ESTATE BROKER (Formerly Blassingame Realty, Inc. Since 1957) 9805 GULF DRIVE P.O. BOX 835 Anna Maria, FL 34216 (813)778-2259 PERFECT LOCATION Pool, boat dock. Stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bath plus, plus home. Cathedral ceil- ing, double fireplace, beautiful land- scaping. $339,000. HORIZON REALTY OF ANNA MARIA, INC. 420 Pine Ave., P.O. Box 155 Anna Maria, FL 34216 (813 778-0426 FAX 778-1849 IOPERTY MANAGEMENT operty? Please call an ISLAND REALTY - real estate offices working together to services. Over 75 combined years of we are long established ISLAND offices! - -.-.,..--... ... Owners of 202 Lakeview are coming down end of February to make all necessary repairs. Perhaps an offer before they get here will bring handsome rewards. 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 car garage. Dock, davits. 125' seawall. Central vac. Fireplace. $180,000 repaired & turnkey furished. DOUG DOWLING REALTY Uc Real Estate Brokers of Anna Maria Island P. O. BOX 1667 409 Pine Ave. Anna Maria, FL 34216 (813) 778-1222 BUY IT! RENT IT! SELL IT! You can do it all in the pages of the ISLANDER BYSTANDER NEW LISTING GULF VIEW CONDO: Exceptionally clean, splendid view and value for this 2BR, 2BA updated condo with ceramic tile, Berber carpet, eat in kitchen, central vacuum, 2 covered parking spaces, pool, sauna, on site professional man- agement. Priced at $179,000. Furnished turnkey. Call Carol Williams for appointment, 778-0777, 778-1718 after hours. --- NEW LISTING CANAL- BAYVIEW: View the Bay and Inter- coastal Waterway from most rooms of this 2BR, 2BA open floor plan home. Screened lanai, huge storage and recreation area. Buyer's Warranty and OWNER PREFERS TO FINANCE. Priced at $168,000. Call Carol Williams, 778-0777 or 778-1718 after hours. REDUCED!!! GULF FRONT COMPLEX: Two BR, 1.5BA poolside condo in a Holmes Beach adult community. 2 pools, (1 heated) shuffleboard, recreation and exercise room, possible owner financing. Reduced to $95,900. Call Carol Williams for appointment, 778-0777 office, 778-1718 evenings. REDUCED EXTRAORDINARY OCTAGON HOME: Individual 3 level, 3BA, 3BA dream of a townhome with a private roof-top deck This unique elegantly turnkey furnished jewel is nestled in a waterfront condo setting for the best of both worlds for carefree ownership. Spectacular views of lagoon and bay. Don't miss it! Reduced to $324,900. Call Judy Duncan, 778-1589 eves. REALTORSO 5203 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Call (813) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 Ext. 55 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK MLS I 4MMEiD I S SI i* - --sr I r I I 0 I :. k r . lli^rnel Dor 1I THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 M PAGE 22 You don't have to miss the island news! Just send in your subscription form before you go back north. Details on page 5. SCAVANAGH MARINE REPAIR GAS DIESEL I/O INBOARD ENGINES DRIVES GENERATORS FULL SERVICE MARINA MOBILE SERVICE 795-7264 124TH ST. CT. WAT CORTEZ ROAD Anna Maria Laundromat 9906 GULF DRIVE ANNA MARIA In the Anna Maria Post Office Plaza STop Loader and Front Loader Machines Double Stacked Dryers Coin & Bill Changer SW OPEN 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK ROOF REPAIRS INSURED LICENSED RE-ROOFING RC004260 BUILT UP SHINGLES CARPENRY GARY BRINGMAN SINGLEPLY ROO 746-6643 RE-CONSTRUCTION Bringman Roofing, (nc. 1111 29th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205 Genstar, Elk and GAF Shingles J.R. Painting * Interior/Exterior 20 Years Experience Husband/Wife Team * Free Estimates 778-2139 ISLAND CAR CARE PROFESSIONAL AUTOMOTIVE CLEANING POSH WAX INTERIOR CLEANING ENGINE CLEANING HANDWASH 526 SPRING AVENUE ANNA MARIA 778-4990 With lustrous finishes, Kohler@ stainless steel kitchen sinks reflect a strict attention to style and function. Visit our showroom LaPensee Plumbing can help you achieve your kitchen or bath design. We are a full service company, specializing in repairs, remodeling and new construction. THE BOLD LOOK OF KOHLER. LaPensee Plumbing, Inc. 778-5622 LIC. #RF0049191 5348-B Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach A D V.E R A- .I SI.Nr 0 SLEEPER SOFA w/green tapestry upholstery $50, kitchen table w/4 chairs (green) $20, 2 lounge chairs $10 a piece. All in good condition. 778-3406. WANTED Stained glass, wanted tools, supplies, pli- ers, grinders, soldering iron control, etc. 778-7922. QUEEN SIZE Sleep sofa (beige tweed) $175, 2 blue ginger jar lamps, painted desk & chair, other items 778-2987. EXERCISE BIKE for sale. Good condition. 778-7331. ELECTRIC hospital type bed. $400 OBO. 751-6652. BALDWIN ACROSONIC PIANO recently tuned, french provincial cherry wood. $800 778-5934. DRAPES 105 X 93 (off-white), 135 X 93 (white), 75 X 94 (beige) and all of above have matching liners and traverse rods included, $25 pair. 1 pair yellow drapes 45 X 41 with the rod. 1 Chandelier, wicker shade with globe light, $15. 778-7422. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 4ft X 4ft, almond color, like new $75. 778-2363. PRIVATEER'S FLEA MARKET Feb 27, 8 to 4 (across from Holmes Beach City Hall) Rent spaces: $10 single, $15 double. Information call 778-0474 Or 778-5934. SUPER SALE Art & craft supplies, kids stuff, furniture, appliances. To benefit AMI Art League. Sat 2/20,9-3.503 N Bay Blvd, across from Bay Front Park, Anna Maria. SALE 153 Crescent, Anna Maria. 8am, Feb 20. Round oak table, 4 duncan phife chair, tables, bed- ding, lamps, hid-a-bed, carpet, lots of misc. GARAGE SALE Feb 20, 9am 1pm. Misc items, in- terior doors, wicker bar stools. 417 Clark Dr. GARAGE SALE Baby crib, baby items, household items, misc stuff. 204 Archer Way, Anna Maria. Sat Feb 20, 8am. STREET SALE Sat Feb 27, 9-2. Pines Trailer Park, Bradenton Beach. Arts & crafts, hot dogs and pies. 1974 VW THING runs great. 1978 Ford van, V/8, runs areat. some rust. $500 778-4990. JUST ADD WATER 16' Gulfcraft, bimini top, 2 livewells/pump, C.G. safety equipment, rod holders, depth/fish finder, igloo cooler, galvanized tilt trailer, 40 hp Tohatsu engine and much more! New 1992. Only $4895. Call Bob 778-1247. 19' RENKEN Bowrider, 115 hp OB, bimini. Trailer, excellent. $3,600. Eves 778-2907, days 813-327- 5162. 1989 23' Baretta Phaser. New 5.0 cobra engine, cuddy cabin, AM/FM cassette stereo, trailer included. Worth $14,000. Sacrifice at $12,000. 778-4084 or 778-6541. PAINTER. Looking for work. 35 years experience. Also some carpentry jobs. Free estimates. Call Don 778- 2356. CHEERFUL COMPANION In home care. Light clean- ing, cooking, driving, refined dependable, island resi- dent. Full or part time. 778-9617. NEW RESIDENT on island. Former 23 years military police officer looking for sharp, proud and responsible security/police unit to work with. Have many years as a military police company supervisor. Terry 778-0440. CLEANING HOMES, apartments, condos, seasonal rentals, boats and commercial. Impeccable service. Call for free estimate. 778-4381 leave message. FINE ALTERATIONS By Sandy. For all your clothing needs. 778-7808 after hrs 778-3079. CONTINUED NEXT PAGE A m -ACR Combined ALCR |Services Inc. LAWN Commercial Residential IC Yard Clean Up Plantings RVICE "--- Free Estimates 778-9665 WA/AIE POOL IALDE SERVICE SUPPLIES SERVICE 778-2441 or 794-1543 REPAIRS PARTS REASONABLE PRICES 501 Village Green Parkway Bradenton "Serving Florida Since 1959" NIU-Weatherside SINCE 1946 of Florida, Inc. Rxoo05455 INDOW REPLACEMENT VINYL SIDING SOFFIT & FASCIA S PORCH ENCLOSURES 778-7074 Financing Available Gentiluomo Enterprises STATE LICENSED CONTRACTOR CRC017380 New Home Construction And Remodeling ^".AA FREE 7 078=35ESTIMATES S STATE REGISTERED CONTRACTOR State Reg. RC0043740 RESIDENTIAL ROOFING CONTRACTOR S* ALL NEW WORK GUARANTEED LICENSED INSURED S- COMPLETED OPERATIONS INCLUDED FIBERGLASS SHINGLES MILDEW RESISTANT MATERIALS SINGLE PLY ROOFING SYSTEMS Free Estimates 748-3558 FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED FOR OVER 10 YEARS MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30 TO 5 SAT. 8 TO 12 We specialize in custom cabinet making: formica tops, entertainment centers, vanities and kitchens. Millwork wood cut to size. 213 54th Street Holmes Beach 778-3082 Located just West of the Island Shopping Center Let's talk about... HUMIDITY CONTROLS Are you going away and closing your home for even a short while? A Humidistat will help prevent mildew formation. Installed onto your present A/C unit, it works in conjunction with the thermostat to run your unit only when the two humidity forming conditions are met. For only *69.90 you can buy "peace of mind." Let us install one for you. Our price includes installation and tax. "You are #1 with us." REFRIGERATION AR CONDT1D 5347 Gulf Drive #4 Holmes Beach FL 34217 Lic # CAC044365 778-9622 747-4888 I]fl THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER 0 FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 23 YES, Pine-Sol Patty & Co. is still here!! We do every- thing cleaning, windows, moving help, driving, etc. 10% discount to Tom Selleck. 778-9217. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION. Remodeling specialist. State licensed and insured. Many island references. 778-2993. WHO WANTS to live with dirty carpet. Relax and let Fat Cat clean your carpet and upholstered furniture. Jon Kent, island resident, owner. 8 to 5 mobile # 745-4723. ALUMINUM VINYL INSTALLATION. Remodeling & repairs. Screen rooms, soffit & fascia, roof-overs, car- ports, etc. LIC #RX0051318. Insured, references, rea- sonable prices. Rex Roberts 795-3757. FLORENCE SEWS Alterations. 778-7749. ON THE ROCKS Bartending Services. Private par- ties or any occasion. 794-5947. PRESSED FOR TIME Call Island Ironing. Beautifully done by a professional with 20 years experience. Opening available at reasonable rates. 778-1767. FEDERAL INCOME TAX Service. Quick refund Elec- tronic Filing. Direct deposit. Tax refund loans. We pickup your home or work. Professional, reasonable. 383-5372. ISLAND WEST APARTMENTS GRACIOUS economy vacation apartments with pool. One short block to beach. Efficiencies, 1 & 2 bed- rooms. Call Anne Burdorf, owner. 778-6569. STEPS TO BEACH Unfurnished, large 1/1 with Jacuzzi tub. 26 X 30 sun deck. Washer/dryer, dish- washer, $625/mo, annual lease. 778-1345. RENT REDUCTION Longboat Key 3/2, caged pool, dock/davits, deep water canal. $950 mo/annual, Ri- chard Kaiser 923-7578 or 383-8952 eves. ANNUAL UNFURNISHED 2/1 duplex on Anna Maria, close to beach. &575/mo. Call Debbie, Anna Maria Realty 778-2259. HOUSE SWAP Maine island house. 3/2, ocean view. Will swap some summer months for some winter months here. 778-4667. SEASONAL RENTAL Available March 1 due to can- cellation. 1/1 turnkey private cottage, cross street to gulf. $1,000/mo includes telephone & cable TV. OR March 1 thru May 30 $2,700 778-2832 after 6pm. VACATION RENTAL 1/1 gulf front turnkey condo. $475/wk includes telephone & cable TV. 778-2832 after 6pm. ANNA MARIA 3/2 house, north end across from wa- ter. Available March $450/wk. 778-7383. CONTINUED II A D E 1/1 Single, mature, non-smoker. $450/mo includes heat, A/C, water. 778-6511 eves & weekends. YES! We have a few seasonal rental available. Call Yvonne Higgins Real Estate 778-1999 day or eve. SEASONAL RENTAL Available March 1, due to can- cellation. 1/1 turnkey private cottage, across street to gulf. $1,000/mo includes telephone & cable TV. OR March 1 thru May 30. $2,700. 778-2832 after 6pm. VACATION RENTAL 1/1 gulf front turnkey condo. $475/wk includes telephone & cable TV. 778-2832 after 6pm. NEW ISLAND home, 600' to gulf beaches, 2,100 sq ft living, 2000 sq ft garage, water view and more. 778- 3309. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS Call toll free for free brochure showing a large variety of mountain properties. 1-800-892-1553. Smoky Mountain Land & Homes, Box 652, Murphy, NC 28906. CONDO FOR SALE Sunny 2/1, turnkey furnished, new air, new pool. 1 block from new beach. Good rental history, great investment. $69,000 Call 212- 924-8631 leave message. GOVERNMENT RESALES HUD-Low down-Low closing cost-V A resales-As low as $300. Ken Bentley 323-8000 24 hours. Cole Equity Realtors, St Petersburg, FL. Ken Bentley, Cole Equity. PERICO BAY CLUB 2033 sq ft, 2nd floor, 3/2, vaulted ceilings, all upgrades. $145,000. Owner 795-4188. FOR SALE by owner. Anna Maria Island 2/2, com- pletely renovated, large kitchen, living room, dining room, landscaping, 1 1/2 car garage, private street, 100' to beach. $175,000. 778-3502. ONLY $43,900 Sweet Island Get-Away. 1BR, turn- key furnished condo. Pool, walk to beach. Low maintenance. Yvonne Higgins Real Estate 778-1999 day or eve. LOW COST health insurance. $10,000,000. One the job coverage, small groups, prescriptions in- cluded. Preferred provider hospitals. 778-2324 or pager 1-800-375-1202. The Islander Bystander classified are local! No 900 or 976 toll-numbers. Out- of state solicitors and escort services are not accepted. Just local people ad- vertising local jobs, items for sale, apartments for rent and homes for sale! DEADLINE: MONDAY NOON at our office - 5400A Marina Drive, in the Island Shopping Center. We're on the comer between D. Coy Ducks and the laundromat. CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE. (Who can afford to invoice for $2.00?) RATES: 3 LINES ARE $2.00 ADDITIONAL LINES: $1 BOX $1 HEADLINES 100 PER WORD For more information, call 778-7978. IISANDER B J' We're easy to read, easy to find! The Island newspaper. BOAT LIFTS For Lifting Boats 4,500 70,000 Pounds MARINE CONSTRUCTION, INC. (813) 92-5685S 9- - Mobile Phone: 742-0396 Since 1985 - 9 TIMBER DOCKS BARGE SERVICE PILINGS BOAT HOUSES 9 VERTICAL BOAT LIFTS WOOD BULKHEADS SDAVITS *RIP-RAP REPAIRS SEAWALLDOCKS SEAWALLS ORTEZ, FLORIDA STATE RX0050998 MANATEE CO. #01125 9 CORTEZ, FLORIDA STATE RX0050998, MANATEE CO. #01125 I We changed our name but not our service ... X AIR & ENERGY ELECTRICAL INC. IS NOW... 24-Hour Emergency Service We are a full service Electrical Contractor New Homes Remodel Ceiling Fans SElectrical Service Changes Lightning Arrestors 5345 GULF DRIVE, SUITE 100 HOLMES BEACH, FL 34217 WILL BURNS OWNER (813) 778-7774 Lic. #ER0010206 Commercial Residential Free Estimates Sanidy's Lawn Mowing Trimming Edging * Lawn \ Hauling By the cut or by the month. S Service 11 YEARS EXPERIENCE INSURED Ih. GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES 778-1I34 / AND SATISFACTION YOU DON'T HAVE TO LIVE WITH BUGS! Anna Maria Pest Control CALL (813) 778-1630 Lic.No.4467 ANNOUNCING ... Gulf front motel rooms & efficiencies available after March 10, from $65 nightly to $350 weekly. Operated by the Beach Bistro ... with room service. Call 778-9597 or 778-6444 SUNSHINE ENTERPRISES and SUNSHINE CARPETS See us for Carpet Vinyl Verticals Mini-Blinds & Cleaning New Location! 315 58th Street Holmes Beach 778-6903 SUNSHINE CARPET CLEANING Specialists in Insurance Work Water and Flood Extractions 24-Hour Emergency Service Call Sunshine for all your carpet needs. 315 58th St. Holmes Beach 778-6903 SCHRISTIE' S 1 PLUMBING COMPANY Commercial & Residential Open Saturday 24-Hr Service SNo Overtime Charges! 778-3924 or 778-4461 "Remember, it pays and saves to get a second estimate." 5508 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach (RF0038118) M] THE ISLANDER/BYSTANDER M FEBRUARY 18, 1993 0 PAGE 24 ONE DAY ONLY! Fri. Feb. 26 Anna Maria Island Holmes Beach City Hall Grounds *.5901 Marina Drive SHOWTIMES: 5:00 & 8:00 p.1m. Sponsored by: Anna Maria Island Community Center Advance Adult Discount Tickets $8.00 avail. thru Fri. 2/26 at True Value, Duffy's Tavern, Longboat Chamber of Commerce, Anna Maria Community Center or 778-9511 (Coming to Sarasota Co. Fairgrounds 2/27) gII m lmlmmm mIm mI ImD mlmllllllllm PFATCAT I I SCarpet Upholstery Cleaning I I IDry Foam, DriesIFastI IWe never use steam! I I I I We have happy customers ... 'The cheese souffle we dropped on the floor cleaned right up ... thanks to the blockade S treatment that you applied when when you I I cleaned our carpet. It really worked!" Marie & Fred Gettig, Anna Maria Clean Carpet Lasts Longer & Looks Better o r Fofast, thorough, friendly service - call me Jon Kent, Island resident and S- owneer of Fat Cat. Call my mobile phone .. number, 745-4723, 8 AMh to 5 PM. CALL TODAY! SAI MEMBER: ANNA MARIA & LONGBOAT KEY CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE I mmmm smmmm mmmmmimmmmmmmmI ANNA MARIA PARADE OF HOMES SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21 1 to 4 PM 1007 Gulf Dr., #103 SUMMER SANDS This 2BR/2BA unit is one of the nicest units on the Island and property runs from Gulf to Bay. Enjoy the beach or your own boat dock. REDUCED TO $149,900. Bill Bowman OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-4619 4909 Gulf Drive ISLAND HOME in beautiful setting, overlooking Intracoastal Waterway. Spacious 3BR/2.5BA home with lots of amenities. $199,900. Mary Schmidt OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-5451 5806 Gulf Drive Unit 209S WATERS EDGE Fantastic view of Gulf from your wrap around windows. Great 2BR/2BA unit in exten- sively refurbished building. Tennis, elevator and lots of security. $249,000. Frank Davis OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-6335 5303 Sunrise Lane CONTEMPORARY ISLAND EXECUTIVE HOME - with lots of space. Tranquil location behind walled com- pound with private road. 3BR/3BA home in central loca- tion, close to banks, beach and shopping. $195,000. John Green OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-3167 6620 Gulf Drive GULF VIEW from both levels of this 2BR/2.5BA 1/2 duplex. Full balcony on 2nd floor for privacy, 2 car ga- rage. Only 2 years old -just like new. $198,500. Mary Ann Schmidt OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 7784931 (813) 778-2261 454 63rd Street SEASIDE GARDENS Park your boat at your back door. Great 2BR/1BA unit with recently replaced roof and upgraded carpet. JUST $97,500. Mary AnnSchmidt or Janis Van Steenburgh OFC: 778-2261 127 Hammock Road CUSTOM BUILT 3BR/2BA high quality home in pri- vate area of Anna Maria. Well landscaped. Hand crafted brick fireplace. 10' footage on Bayou complete with dock. Suitable for small boat. VERY BRIGHT! $249,000. Dick Maher OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-6791 5608 Gulf Drive Unit #105 SUN PLAZA WEST Gulffront luxury condo. 2BR/ 2BA fully and tastefully furnished. Never used as a rental. New beach renourishment in place. Lighted tennis court, heated pool and Sauna. Call Rose Schnoerr OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-7780 6300 Flotilla Drive SHELL POINT 2BR/2BA 2nd floor unit with pan- oramic view of Tampa Bay to Watson's Bayou. Extended living room overlooking water. Huge interior laundry, large storage/hobby room. $128,000. Bobye Chasey OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-1532 210 Sycamore BUILDER'S MODEL 3BR/2BA home with vaulted ceilings, tile entry, poured concrete beams and columns. Starting at just $88,900 on your lot! Call Tom Nelson OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 794-1928 521 74th Street SAILBOAT WATER Light spacious home on sailboat water canal with dock. Circular drive. Room for pool.Owner will finance. HOMEOWNER WARRANTY! $159,000. Terri Robertson OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 795-2676 538 Key Royale Drive ANNA MARIA ISLAND Beautifully and recently re- decorated 3BR/2.5BA home on large lot. Deep water canal and caged pool. $258,000. Dick Maher OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-6791 521 South Drive CANAL FRONT HOME IN ANNA MARIA 2BR/ 2BA home with natural cedar siding. Great room concept with open kitchen, large utility room and lots of room for storage on 1st floor. Great decks off rear of home give views of Tampa Bay. Docks and davits. $214,900. Dick Maher and Tom Nelson OFC: 778-2261 602 North Point Drive NORTH POINT HARBOR HOMEOWNERS WAR- RANTY on this large 2BR/2.5BA home on deep water ca- nal. Complete with all the extras exercise solar pool, 2 fire- places, oak trim and lots of upgrades. $299,999. Evelyn Mitchell OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-1952 324 Hardin Avenue NORTH END OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND Unique 2BR/2BA home in city of Anna Maria with deeded spot for a boat on deep water canal, fabulous caged pool, tons of storage and possible 3rd bedroom. $169,900. Richard Freeman OFC: 778-2261 EVES: 778-2284 [E (813) 778-2244 A MLS .. -- s~ -I c I |