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WEEKLY NEWS HAPPENINGS DINING SPORTS REAL ESTATE ---d I i I --- -*- ."^ < *.**- i- ,,-. .r - \ ^ '..- ' r' 1'^ K_ **' I I - I _- .-/:. -.. Last ditch effort to spike 'mega-bridge' fails Katie Pierola gave another unsuccessful try to halt construction of a 65-foot, fixed-span replacement bridge for the existing Anna Maria Island Bridge Monday. Pierola, a member of the Metropolitan Planning Or- ganization and mayor of Bradenton Beach, attempted to transfer the $14.3 million within the Florida Department of Transportation five-year work plan allocated for bridge construction to other projects in the area. "Anna Maria Island does not want a high bridge," she told MPO members. "You should use the bridge funds to do other work in the area. "There are serious drainage problems in Holmes Beach, St. Armands, Longboat Key and Siesta Key. The Key Royale Bridge needs help, and Anna Maria has two little bridges that may need repair, too," Pierola told the unresponsive regional transportation planners. Pierola was joined by a number of Anna Maria residents in the request to change bridge funds from the "mega-bridge" to other projects, but MPO members were not receptive to the reallocation. Islanders have opposed the big bridge for safety, environmental and aesthetic reasons. An administrative hearing is set for later this month to continue the fight against the structure. Environmental managers also have questioned the environmental impact construction of the new bridge would cause mangroves and seagrass beds. Five seek two seats in Tuesday Bradenton Beach election By Paul Roat Bradenton Beach residents may be in for more than a change of faces on the council next week if the opin- ions presented at The Islander By- stander political forum Monday present any clues. The five candidates for two v:, seats on the council offered similar positions on expanding the bound- aries of the city, aggressively seek- .. ing more grant funds, enforcement Beaton of ordinances within the city and ex- pansion of commercial areas into residential zones. But the candidate's views differed from the stand the existing council has taken, prompting speculation that a major change may occur in the city. David Beaton and Walt Grace seek to represent residents in the SWard 2 position on the city council. John Kaufmann, write-in candidate Kurt Klements and Ed Peters seek Grace the Ward 4 council seat. Although the candidates must live within the district, voters city-wide will elect them. The election is Tuesday, Dec. 6. Voters may cast ballots at City Hall, 107 Second [ Street N., from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. S .. Ward 2 candidates David Beaton is married and is a father-to-be. He is a three-year ,"^ resident of the city, a former member of the community redevelopment Kaufmann agency and a former member of the citizen advisory committee of the Is- land Transportation Planning Organization. Beaton is against high bridges of any kind to the Island, supports a recycling pro- gram, favors development on the Is- land but only within the zoning in S : which the land development codes and comprehensive plan allows, sup- S ports an independent community re- r-, 4 development agency and supports a plan to tie property tax increases to Klements the cost-of-living index. Walt Grace is retired, a mem- ber of the city planning and zoning board and is on the board of directors of the Tingley Memorial Library. He is immediate past-president of U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 81, and was a pilot in the Korean War. Ward 4 candidates John Kaufmann served on the city council from 1991-92. Heis mar- *Pets ried, a member of the Shriners and the Petes Moose Lodge and is a self-employed general contractor. He favors estab- lishment of a fiscal policy for the city, an expanding bi- The native gumbo limbo tree was one of the top three species of trees to survive Hurricane Andrew in south Florida. It has a colorful peeling bark, is drought and salt tolerant, can be rapidly grown to any shape and is an excellent replacement for pesky Australian pines and carronvood trees. For information, call Mike Miller, 778-1200. and for more about really big trees, see page 24. Photos courtesy of Mike Miller. Holiday Wish Book '94, special section in The Islander Bystander cycle path system within the city and alleviation of the flooding problems at the Cortez Beach parking lot Kurt Klements is a write-in candidate for Ward 2. He has worked in Canada and New York in the hotel and restaurant industries. He is running for office "to help the people and tourism." Ed Peters is a 12-year resident of the Island and a 9-year member of the city's board of adjustment. The issues All of the candidates pledged to aggressively seek federal, state or private grants to augment the city budget PLEASE SEE ELECTION, PAGE 2 SKIMMING THE NEWS ... Opinions ............................. ........ ....... ... 6 Those Were the Days .................................... 7 Gift Guide ................................ ............ 10 Stir-it-up ..................................... ........... 18 Football contest............................................. 19 Streetlife ................................................... 22 Anna Maria tides ........................................... 25 Real estate ....................................... .... 26 Crossword ................................... ........ 27 THE BEST NEWS ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND DECEMBER 1, 1994 ID PAGE 2 I DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Tie vote leaves alley vacation By Mark Ratliff Islander Reporter In one of the shortest regular city meetings in Anna Maria City history, the evening's agenda was again dominated by controversy surrounding a request to vacate alleys. Proportionally, the issue of a requested vacation of two alleys near Gladiolus Street and North Bay Bou- levard took more time than any other item during a meeting that took only 21 minutes to conclude. The matter of the requested vacations remains hanging in the air, though. With Mayor Ray Simches not in attendance, the four remaining commissioners deadlocked when it came time to vote on a motion to deny the request, with Commissioners Dottie McChesney and Chuck Shumard saying "aye," and Vice Mayor Max Znika and Commissioner Doug Wolfe saying "no way." Un- der the rules of parliamentary procedure the city gen- erally operates with, a motion which fails to get a ma- jority vote fails, therefore the city commission has not denied the request to vacate the alleys. But it hasn't approved it, either. A motion to ap- prove the request died for lack of a second, as did a motion to table the matter. As it stands, the issue can come before the commission for another vote at a fu- ture meeting. The discussion prior to last week's vote was remi- niscent of the commission's Nov. 15 work session at which Shumard voiced concern that approving the va- cation might set a precedent, especially since earlier this year the commission had denied a request by the Sandbar Restaurant to vacate an alley that runs close to that establishment. Wolfe began last week's meeting by immediately trying to allay those fears in the minds of the audience and his fellow city commissioners, and by suggesting the commission really has no choice but to grant the request if the city wants to follow the law. "We're dealing with people's property rights," Wolfe said, noting there is city legislation which per- mits the city to relinquish claim on city alleys and "give" the land to homeowners if the city so desires. "I feel that because there are 11 families abutting (those alleys), and the people within 100 feet have been noti- fied, and they're all in favor of vacating (those alleys), I see no reason the city should not vacate." Wolfe went on to rebut arguments that allowing the vacation could open the door to "uncontrolled growth." "That's a catch-phrase, and I don't know to what benefit it's used" Wolfe said. "The City of Anna Maria has very strict zoning codes uncontrolled growth will never happen in this city even if we vacated every alley tomorrow morning. We have severe zoning which disallows anything but a private, single-family home." Wolfe said that giving citizens an additional 500 square feet which he claims is the average amount of land a person takes title to when an alley is vacated - wasn't really useful for building purposes and would only allow the homeowner to beautify his or her property a little more completely. 'This city takes every application for an alley va- cation on an entirely separate basis," Wolfe said. "There is no way to use another catch-phrase a 'precedent' will be established." A this time, Wolfe made a motion that the city approve the requested alley vacation. His motion died for lack of a second. Shumard immediately raised his objections. "I say that it does set a precedent," Shumard said. "The people do not want to give city property away. It was made quite clear over a year ago." Shumard's ref- erence was to the controversial Sandbar alley vacation request which was discussed in 1993 and ultimately issue hanging denied June 28, 1994, in a 3-2 vote, with Znika and Wolfe voting in favor of it, McChesney, Shumard and Simches voting against. "If the people would decide they want to give this property away then let's go to a referendum and let the people vote on it," Shumard said. Wolfe then moved to table the issue until the De- cember work session. "Mr. Vice Mayor," said McChesney, "I disagree with that. I think we've had full discussion on this is- sue, I think the citizens have chosen what they want us to do and they have indicated that, at this point, they do not want us to vacate any city property." "And," continued McChesney, "there are many rea- sons for that. We still do not know whether we will need that land for Swiftmud drainage projects. We don't know what we'll do with that land in the future, but it is very important land it is going up by the minute." McChesney said she figured the average cost of vacant lots in the city is $12 per square foot, and that the value of the land which is being considered for va- cation is $57,000. "But that's not the point," McChesney said. "The point is, the citizens have spoken. They do not want us to vacate alleys it's as simple as that." "Mr. Chairman, this land does not have a value because the city is prohibited from selling it," rebutted Wolfe. "I think it's a flat-out fact, not an assumption, that people do not want land vacated because they are afraid of the Sandbar Restaurant getting bigger. That's the only reason, and anything else, I think, is a fabri- cation. I feel that the people who are against this action are violating the property rights of the people who live in the North Shore section of the city." Shumard then moved to deny the application, and was seconded by McChesney. The motion failed to carry in a 2-2 vote. All faulted in Tampa Bay channel ship collision Inattention was to blame for the August 1993 boat : collision in Tampa Bay that caused one of the biggest Ba environmental catastrophes in the area's history. The U.S. Coast Guard has faulted all pilots in- volved in the three-vessel collision that resulted in about 330,000 gallons of crude oil and 32,000 of avia- ' tion fuel ending up in Tampa Bay. More than $50 mil- lion was spent to clean up the spilled fuel. At around 5:30 a.m. Aug. 10, 1993, the phosphate freighter Balsa 37 was leaving Tampa Bay, piloted by Capt. Thomas Baggett. A tug, the Seafarer, pushing a barge was heading into Tampa Bay, piloted by Capt. Charles Chapman. Behind the Seafarer was another tug, the Capt. Fred Bouchard, A piloted by Capt. John Wrasse and Capt Robert West. \ West began to pass Chapman. Midway into the pass- ing maneuver, there was a collision with Baggett's freighter. The freighter, heavily damaged, limped to the shoals near Egmont Key. Chapman's barge, carrying i n hih aviation fuel, burst into flame, sending a tower of fire Voices O high nearly 100 feet into the air. More than 200 people turned out at Roser Memorial Community Church Sunday evening to see the lighting of West's barge, carrying No. 6 crude oil and suffering the church's outdoor Christmas tree. But the big attraction was the music, with performances by the Roser ruptured tanks, anchored near the scene of the accident. Church Choir and The Community Youth Orchestra. Islander Photos: Mark Ratliff Bradenton Beach election Tuesday for two council seats CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 All of the candidates questioned the proposal to ex- pand the city's boundaries into the Gulf of Mexico and Anna Maria Sound, citing enforcement and liability prob- lems if the city limits were extended. The issue is expected to come up at the first city council meeting Dec. 8 after two of the five candidates are sworn into office. All of the candidates agreed that commercial zon- ing should not be expanded. The phrase most-heard was that "commercial development should stay on commercial property, and residential development should stay on residential property." All agreed the issue of additional parking for beachgoers was a dilemma with no easily resolved answers. The five did differ on their thoughts toward recent concerns by residents of late-night noise on Bridge Street. Beaton suggested the residents meet with lounge owners, city officials and police to resolve the problems. Grace suggested more police presence or more police training. A last resort to the problems would be earlier closing hours to the businesses there, he said. Klements favored leaving the lounges open until 2:30 a.m., and said he did not think there was a prob- lem on Bridge Street. Kaufmann said there had been a number of com- plaints to the city about noise, underage drinking, drinking on the street and the like in recent weeks. He questioned why police officers could not deal with enforcing the laws. Peters said it was a police problem, and said a de- cision had to be reached by the citizens and the coun- cil on how to deal with the issues. The five also disagreed on how to deal with large expenditures by the city. Criticism has been offered in recent months about the city council decision to spend $100,000 to create a commercial parking lot adjacent to Bridge Street. The question was posed on whether large city expenditures should be put to the voters for a decision. Peters said referendums are costly and council members should be in touch with the residents to re- ceive their input. Kaufmann said a referendum on the city parking lot was unnecessary and that it is incumbent upon council members to get citizen input. Klement said council members should listen to the people and vote. Grace said the council should be able to receive citizen input. Beaton said a cap of $100,000 on city expenditures should be in place, with larger purchases going to the people on a referendum. THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER E DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 3 Ij DOT offers too little, too late for Key Mayor Rich Bohnenberger was told the cold, hard funding facts about the Key Royale Bridge Monday: don't expect any money from the Florida Department of Transportation any time soon to fix the structure. In a meeting with officials from the DOT, the Metropolitan Planning Organization and Manatee County, Bohnenberger received the news that any funding assistance to repair the bridge would not come before next July at the earliest a date he said was too far in the future to repair the immediate needs of the bridge to Key Royale. A scheme for the city to pay for the work and get reimbursed by the DOT appears unmanageable since any approval by the DOT could not come until July 1995. It appears the city will have to pay for the $438,000 bridge approach work to keep the only route to Key Royale safe and serviceable. That amount does not take into account the cost to replace the bridge itself, esti- mated to cost an additional $400-$500,000. The problem with providing funding from state or federal sources, DOT's Norm Feder said, is that the Key Royale Bridge is what is called an "off system" structure that is not a part of the Florida highway sys- tem. Regular state funding to repair or replace the bridge could be used, he said, but it would have to be added to the DOT workplan probably in the year 1999-2000. Other funding is available from federal sources, Feder said, but that revenue source is limited to the worst bridges within each DOT district. As hard to believe as it is, Feder agreed, the Key Royale Bridge is not as bad off as some other structures within the region. "Our analysis was that a band-aid approach won't work on the approaches," Bohnenberger said. ... but OKs Bradenton Beach drainage repair, Longboat Key seawall Regional transportation planners approved $446,000 worth of drainage improvements along Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach Monday. The beleaguered highway has been the focus of attention for months when it was discovered the newly renourished beach along Anna Maria Island had blocked the drainage pipes which had originally carried excess rainwater into the Gulf of Mexico. Construction is scheduled for 1996-97. The work includes about $325,000 for construction, $40,000 for design and $80,000 for engineering and inspection. Planned are drainage improvements to four sec- tions of Bradenton Beach, including: Gulf Drive-Cortez Road Intersection, $123,738. Work will include drainage improvements. Cortez Beach parking lot, $152,692. Work will correct perennial drainage problems experienced at the south end of the lot. City Hall, $44,298. Work will improve drainage at the flood-prone area of Gulf Drive. "S" curve between 17th-22nd Street N., $5,468. Work will include drainage improvements. Requests by officials from Longboat Key to install $400,000 worth of revetment at mid-key were also ap- proved by Metropolitan Planning Organization mem- bers Monday. Longboat Key officials had made the request last summer, citing the need to protect Gulf of Mexico Drive from storm damage after their unsuc- cessful beach nourishment project last year. Another request for drainage work came from Sarasota Mayor Nora Patterson, who requested state funding assistance for a flood-prone section of north- ern Siesta Key. That request produced 11 options for the drainage improvements, ranging in price from sev- eral thousand dollars to more than $2 million. Officials from Sarasota, the Florida Department of Transporta- tion and the MPO will continue meetings to determine the best option for that roadway. Funding for the projects comes from a proposed shoreline revetment that was planned for Bradenton Beach and deemed unnecessary in light of last year's beach renourishment project. Royale Bridge fix Public Works Director John Fernandez said the city had originally hoped to do minor repair to the bridge in the hopes of receiving state or federal money for a new bridge, but studies on the approaches indicate only a major repair effort would work. "We have no idea of the seawall's life span," Fernandez said. "It's in very poor shape." He said the bridge approach and the new bridge should be able to fit together. The city had budgeted about $130,000 for the bridge approach work. Unfortunately, the lowest bid Holmes Beach received for the construction was $438,000. About the only bright light in the meeting was pro- vided by MPO Executive Director Mike Guy, who said he would review the five-year DOT workplan to try and find a funding source to replace the bridge. He is expected to offer a report to MPO members in January. Anna Maria City 12/7, 10 am., staff meeting Bradenton Beach None scheduled Holmes Beach 12/6, 3 p.m., Planning Commission 12/6, 6 p.m., Special work session 12/6, 7:30 p.m., Council meeting Of Interest 12/3, 10:30 a.m., Holmes Beach Civic Association, Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach. 12/5, 7:30 p.m., Needs Assessment Task Force, Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Dr., Anna Maria. S12/6, 9 am., Manatee County Commission discussion of Island mayors' request for no-wake zone around the Island, County Administration Building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. 6TH ANNUAL ANNA MARIA ISLAND FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS Official Posters Available: "Siesta Time" by Linda Molto "One of Florida's seet Shows" Dec. 3 & 4 9AM to 4PM 100 Fine Artists & Craftspersons Full Food Court Continuous Live Jazz, Bluegrass, Celtic, Folk, & Classical Music Children's Activities and Junior Art Show At the Holmes Beach City Hall Park Free Admission Free Parking 1994 Sponsored by the Anna Maria Island Art League For more information: 778-2099 13 PAGE 4A DECEMBER 1, 1994 M THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Neighborhood Crime Watch comes to Holmes Beach By Pat Copeland Islander Reporter Cpl. Pat Morris of the Manatee County Sheriff s Office (MSO) brought the Neighborhood Crime Watch message to Holmes Beach residents last week in a com- munity meeting sponsored by the Holmes Beach Police Department. The message, said Morris, is that crime can be de- terred through a network of trained residents who report suspicious activities to their local police departments. Lt. Dale Stevenson of the Holmes Beach Police Department said the city hopes to spearhead an Island- wide effort that will join with the coalition of Neigh- borhood Crime Watch programs established through- out the county by the MSO. "The police departments and road patrols are work- ing in a reactive mode," explained Morris to the group. "Something happens and they react With crime preven- tion we talk about the proactive mode. You're going to try to deter the crime by being the eyes and ears for your neighbors, friends, family and law enforcement You're going to try and stop the crime before it happens." Morris said 376 Neighborhood Crime Watches have been established throughout the county in the past six years. "We feel if you can get your neighborhood in- volved and everyone is doing their small part and truly participating, it works and it works very well," said Morris. "The bottom line is I can instruct you, Lt. Stevenson can be there to support you and show you; however, the watch is yours. It works because you work at it and your neighbors help you. It all comes down to communication." Morris said participants are expected to attend four, one-hour instructional sessions. The first is an introduc- tion to the Neighborhood Crime Watch. The second fo- cuses on residential security, the third on personal safety and the fourth on con artists and fraud. "In the first session, we will be telling you how to call in to your local police department, how to call in to the sheriff's department, the types of responses you can expect, how law enforcement answers calls and so on" noted Morris. "When people understand better, they are a little more patient with the system." Other aspects of the session include how to make a drug intelligence report, duties of the Neighborhood Crime Watch chairpersons and block captains, how to maintain the program, types of suspicious activity to be THE PAIN STOPS HERE! SPECIALIZING IN ACUTE & CHRONIC PAIN RELIEF Through Therapeutic Massage: For Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Arthritis, Tendonitis, Sciatica, Poor Circulation, Stress, Fatigue, Stiffness, Weakness and More $3500 Full Therapeutic Session Most Day or Insurance$ FFw h s Evening Accepted Appointments Natural Health Care Clinic 4506 26th St. W. Call 751-3870 aware of and how to make vehicle and suspect descrip- tions. The session also details the best way to identify personal property within the home to deter burglars and explains the C.A.T. (Combat Auto Theft) program. "We ask today that people engrave their driver's li- cense number into items," said Morris. "The reason is your driver's license number stays in the computer banks for 99 years." C.A.T. is a state-wide program in : which automobile owners register their . vehicle at the local police department and ' receive a sticker to be placed a designated spot on the vehicle. If the vehicle is seen on the roadways anywhere in the state be- tween the hours of 1 and 5 a.m., any law enforcement officer may to pull the vehicle over and check the driver's identification. Morris The second session on residential secu- rity details types of locks and their effectiveness, how to secure various types of windows and doors, security lights, alarm systems, securing you home while on vacation, etc. "There's always something you can do to enhance the security of your home," noted Morris. "We talk a lot about locks and lights. Lights are a big deterrent to crime." She told of a new strobe light that an alarm com- pany can install on the roof of the residence. Once the home is entered the strobe light goes off in tandem with the alarm. Another effective light is the electronic sen- sor which is activated when a person comes within a certain distance of the building. The third program is devoted to person safety, both at and away from home. "One of the things we look at are the purse snatchings and assaults," said Morris. "There are things that you can learn to keep you from getting in a bad situation in the first place. We tell you how to begin doing things a different way, such as not carrying shoulder purses that are an easy targets for purse snatchers. People that do these types of crime target you. They tell us they look for people that will make good victims and look for opportune moments to take advantage of victims." The final training session is on con artists and fraud. This type of crime is under reported, she said, because victims are embarrassed at being conned, which also serves to perpetrate the crime. "These are people who slicker you out of your money," said Morris. 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Morris said there is a state hotline for consumer questions 1-800-HELP-FLA and a free Gift Giv- ers Guide listing legitimate fund raising cam- paigns in the state and how the groups' funds are used is available to callers. At the end of the four training ses- ,..- sions, participants receive certificates to show they are sanctioned by local law en- forcement. The program offers periodic updates and additional programs such as a neighborhood patrol and marine watch. Morris said a coalition of 100 Neighbor- hood Crime Watch groups meets once a month at the main library in Bradenton to exchange ideas and 65 of the groups have joined a voice messaging system in which one group can alert other groups about a particular crime that has occurred in the group's area. GTE is using the voice messaging system in a national pilot program and has produced brochures ex- plaining the system for MSO use. "If somebody tells you that law enforcement is going to turn the crime problem around all by themselves, they're 100 percent wrong," revealed Morris. "It is going to take you and your neighbors, law enforcement and the whole criminal justice system to make some drastic changes for things to begin to work and work well. The system is broken and it needs fixed." The first step is for a group of neighbors to decide how large an area they want to cover two streets, several blocks or a section of the city; find a place and time to meet; then contact Stevenson at 778-7875 to set up a schedule for training, said Morris. Business spon- sors can help purchase training literature. Stevenson said Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach residents who want to form a Neighborhood Crime Watch group are welcome to contact him and attend the training sessions in Holmes Beach. "I'm starting this program because I'm tired of being in the reactive mode," said Stevenson. 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Please call Islander BUNNER SMITH at 748-6510 to schedule an appointment. 2700 First Street Bradenton, Florida 34208 THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 5 Ei Citizens seek attorney's appearance at bridge hearing By Pat Copeland Islander Reporter Holmes Beach Councilwoman Billie Martini asked council to instruct their city attorney to appear on the city's behalf at an administrative hearing with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) con- cerning the Manatee Avenue bridge. The hearing was requested by concerned Islanders who maintain that public hearings on the proposed construction of a 65-foot-high fixed span replacement bridge were not proper, the proposed bridge is not safe in high winds, alternatives to the proposed bridge have not been considered and the proposed bridge would be harmful to the environment. Martini said since the council passed a resolution against the proposed bridge, the city should provide its support by sending the attorney to appear at the admin- istrative hearing as an intervener. Resident Bob Van Wagoner explained, "An inter- vener is someone who simply says, 'I represent a body that has an interest here.' Usually in situation like this the attorney files a paper petitioning himself as an in- tervener in the case. It would probably be of value that he appear at the opening of the hearing but he would not be expected to stay there." Councilwoman Carol Whitmore felt the city's reso- lution was enough and she did not favor spending any additional money for the attorney to appear at the hearing. "I've seen the direction change on the bridge issue to where now those people do not want any replace- ment bridge," noted Whitmore. "I don't support that. I've always supported a replacement bridge with safety lanes. To me they're not representing Holmes Beach." Council Chairwoman Mary Ellen Reichard said the city should support the citizens' action. "A state agency did not follow the correct public notification," she said. "The public hearings were bo- gus. I think we should show a support of strength from the Island." Mayor Rich Bohnenberger said the purpose of the hearing is to determine if FDOT followed the proper procedure, not to focus on any particular bridge design. "This is a council decision," he said. "I think the council should consider how much time you're asking the attorney to commit. His litigation rate is $125 per hour. Do you want to put a cap on it?" Martini said the attorney is not being asked to be- come involved in the proceedings but to show the city's support as its representative. Resident Peter Ereg added, "The object is to testify that the city has a resolution against a 65-foot bridge." Councilwoman Pat Geyer said she does not sup- port the proposal because "not all the citizens feel like this. The city should not spend taxpayers' money to send Steve Dye up there. SAM (Save Anna Maria) started this and I think they should see it through." Van Wagoner said the city could send one of the council people as a representative but "because you're in a legal arena, the common practice is to send your attorney." Bohnenberger said the council should vote on the matter because it will involve the expenditure of city funds. He said it should also give the attorney explicit instructions on what it expects him to do. Reichard said the council should also put a cap on any expenditure of funds.She said she will speak to the citizens' attorney and find out what he expects of the city attorney at the hearing. Council will vote on the request Dec. 6. Kal H. 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Ward 4 council candidates are John Kaufmann, Ed Peters and write-in candidate Kurt Klements, seeking the seat currently held by Jim Kissick, who also de- cided not to seek another term. Although candidates must reside in specific dis- tricts, voters choose city-wide from the entire roster of five candidates. Beaton, a Ward 2 candidate, is a young father-to-be who brings fresh ideas and a new perspective to the coun- cil. His thoughts on rezoning and recycling deserve merit, as does his insightful approach to city government Grace, a Ward 2 candidate, brings a more down- home, midwestern approach to the city and, as he puts it, "I like to stay busy and I sure will work for you." We like his ideas of keeping informed and in touch with the electorate. We believe he will work diligently on behalf of the city. Kaufmann, a Ward 4 candidate, is a proven profes- sional for the city, serving on the council in the early 1990s. He brings thoughtful and well-seasoned reason- ing to the council, is especially knowledgeable about current city policies and will be a quick study. Peters, a Ward 4 candidate, also brings experience to the council with his tenure on the board of adjustment From a field of well-qualified candidates for the Bradenton Beach City Council, we endorse Walt Grace for Ward 2 and John Kaufmann for Ward 4. Holiday spirit We welcome our readers to an open house at our office on Friday, Dec. 2. to celebrate the newspaper's second anniversary. It is also open house for Island Shopping Center, where Santa is promised to make an appearance. The newspaper is hosting music for the event with an appearance of the Manatee High School Chamber Orchestra. Please take time to join us between 6 and 8 p.m. at the corner of Gulf and Marina Drives. It's our second year publishing the Holiday Wish Book, a special section this week that highlights needs of the community's service organizations and the el- ementary school. Please take time to add something from the wish book to your holiday shopping list. We hope all the wishes come true. DECEMBER 1, 1994 VOLUME THREE, NUMBER 2 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Presswood V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor Mark Ratliff, Features Editor June Alder Bob Ardren Pat Copeland Joy Courtney Jack Egan David Futch V Contributors Doug Dowling Mike Heistand Katharine Wight V Advertising Sales Jan Barnes Dolores Knutson V Classified Services Kristy Hatfield V Advertising Services andAccounting Kristy Hatfield V Production Darla Tingler Heather Jacobsen V Distribution Mike Carver Mary Stockmaster With a lot of help from our friends. O 1994 Editorial, Sales and Production Offices: Island Shopping Center, 5408 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 FAX 813 778-9392 PHONE 813 778-7978 SLICK By Egan I 91RlS PINI Dictator for mayor needed not A "strong mayor" does not a "correct mayor" make. Nor does it reduce Holmes Beach's five duly- elected council people to serfdom. There must be a better, more equitable way. Holmes Beach's City Charter is not that unusual a document. Perhaps we have a city attorney who bends the mayor's ear by bending interpretations of the char- ter that others have seen more clearly for years. The city council is vested with "all legislative pow- ers of the city," and its duties and actions are listed in detail in the charter before the mayor's. The city coun- cil can adopt or amend the administrative code, which Mayor Rich Bohnenberger refers to so readily; it can "alter or abolish any city department or agency." It lev- ies our taxes, sets user fees, and can amend or repeal any city ordinance. The charter requires the council to adopt "a budget for the ensuing fiscal year." It does not have to adopt the budget submitted to it by the mayor. Like the Con- gress with the President, like the state legislature with the governor, the city council is the prime legislator of the budget the mayor proposes, the council ques- tions and adds and deletes and balances until the council agrees upon a budget it can approve, and thus "adopt" for the city that fiscal year. A new mayor, with a new make-up of city coun- cil, must also appoint or re-appoint the other non- elected city administrative officers (including the present city attorney), just as Congress approves the President's cabinet so the council can approve or fail to approve. If the council does not concur, the mayor must come up with different candidates until one is ap- proved. That is the way of government with executive and legislative checks-and-balances. Otherwise, the city is open to the building of a patronage machine. It is no small danger. The department heads would be guaran- teed tenure as long as the mayor sits, and become part of his re-election team, like it or not. Or, have been promised tenure by an incoming candidate, and tilt the process for him/her. There are good reasons for checks and balances. They should be used. If the city charter does not mean this, then Holmes Beach needs to change its charter. Talented and hard-working department heads have nothing to fear from a council which must operate in the sunshine; they would have more to fear from a dic- tatorial mayor who comes to control their future. That's not the case here. But let's not start bad habits. The voters wanted a strong administrator in the mayor's office; but not a dominating executive over what is a well-balanced council, which has its own leadership roles. All are working hard. If we're going to "play by the book," let's read both left and right- hand pages. And in the process, maybe get a new city attorney. Bob VanWagoner, Holmes Beach Thanks for Wish Book On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Anna Maria Island Community Center, I would like to ex- press our most sincere appreciation to The Islander By- stander for the outstanding community service you provide. There really are no words to properly thank you or express our appreciation to you but please know that we recognize your commitment to our community and the great service you provide by printing the Com- munity Center's many activity schedules and public service announcements every week. Thank you also for writing last year's "Wish List" column. As you may remember, the Community Cen- ter received a most generous donation from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lester. Through their generosity we were able to purchase some much-needed program equip- ment. Mr. and Mrs. Lester, with great wisdom and love for our community, have become the primary catalyst in the establishment of the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center Endowment Trust Gifts to the endowment are under a perpetual trust which prohibits the expen- diture of the principle investment. The gift to an en- dowment is the gift that keeps on giving year after year. Thank you and your staff for encouraging and sup- porting all the non-profits in our fine community. Pierrette. J. Kelly, Executive director Anna Maria Island Community Center IISLANDER I B L ! I THOSE WERE THE AIYS Part 3, The War of 1898 by June Alder The Tampa Bay Hotel (now the University of Tampa) was a glamorous place from which to conduct a war. MABEL'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE "A nearly full moon was just rising over the trees on the eastern side of the hotel park, touching with silver the drifts of white blossoms on dark masses of oleander trees in the foreground, and flooding with soft yel- low light the domes, 'The first i Moorish arches and long summer w, facade of the whole im- when the l mense building [the Tampa Bay Hotel]. Two wagon trai regimental bands were town on th playing waltzes and pa- from Tamp triotic airs under a long away.' row of incandescent lights on the broad verandah. Fine-look- ing, sun-browned men, in all the varied uniforms of army and navy, were gath- ered in groups here and there, smoking, talking or listening to the music. The rotunda was crowded with officers, war correspondents and gaily attired ladies, and the impression made upon a new- comer, as he alighted from the train, was that of a brilliant military ball at a fash- ionable seaside summer resort...." That passage by New York journal- ist George Kennan conveys the aura of romance surrounding the beginning of our country's first foreign war. What was it like for the 17-year-old daughter of a small-town postmaster to be a part of the glamorous events of the Spanish-American War? Mabel Williams, soon to marry the son of Anna Maria Island pioneer George Emerson Bean, wrote all about it 40 years later. "The first heat of early summer was with us when the long army wagon trains rolled into town on the sandy roads from Tampa nine miles away," she began. "I can remember as if it were yesterday the excitement that spread through our little town. It was as if Port Tampa were the objective of a gold rush." When her father was told to prepare for possibly 60,000 troops, he hurried to hire more clerks. And, despite the fact that Mabel was underage, he got permission to swear her in as assistant postmaster. Mabel was in charge of money or- ders and registered mail. "Our post office was at one end of a large general store but our business grew to such enormous proportions we iea as on ns e s pa nearly crowded the merchant out," she wrote. "We took in more money than we could keep in the small office safe, so Mother and I hid it at night in our home. "Three times at of early a week I would wrap with us the currency in rolls of newspaper and take Sthe train to Tampa to rolled into deposit it safely in the ;andy roads bank. There were nine miles many bad characters aboard but my father thought no one would suspect that a young girl, in those by- gone days, would be carrying large sums of money in newspaper bundles. Evidently he was right for I was never disturbed. Probably my innocence and ignorance along with the fearlessness of youth were my protection." Mabel was quickly caught up in the military social whirl. "Though I had to work long hours I managed to have good times along with it. The soldiers were lonely and homesick, and seeing me so often in the post office, came to feel I was a special friend and showered me with invita- tions to dances, etc. Some of the offic- ers occasionally walked me home from the office but as I was engaged to a young man to whom I was trying to be loyal, I evaded their company by riding my bicycle. By so doing I kept my fian- cee in a better humor." Mabel engaged in a bit of naughty deception with her swains: "When my officer friends asked who the young man was who came to the office so of- ten, I told them he was a good friend of my family's. And when the sometimes jealous young man asked me why the officers called at the office so much and visited my home so often I told him they were my father's friends. All of which was true." Perhaps these flirtations helped to prepare her for a more demanding - and dangerous war-time role. The assignment would come from General William Shafter himself, commander of the Cuba invasion force. 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From left, Commissioners John VanOstenbridge, Glen Bliss, Jackson, Duytschaver and Sandy Haas. Island transportation planners endorse bridge charrette plan Island transportation planners have endorsed plans for a new bridge to serve southern Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key. Members of the Island Transportation Planning Organization, comprising representatives from the cit- ies of Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach, unanimously passed a resolution Monday that states, "It is in the profound best interests ... of the citizens ... their guests and all who visit the public beaches at the southern extremity of Anna Maria is- land to realize an additional and appropriate bridge to satisfy the current and future traffic demands of the geographical community to our south." The group also endorsed the concept of a charrette, or planning session, "... to realistically evaluate the feasibility and locality pursuant to con- struction of a new bridge to serve northern Longboat Key and the Coquina Beach recreational area on Anna Maria Island." The ITPO membership discussed the health, safety and welfare of citizens on the Island and Longboat Key in their deliberations on the matter, deciding that such a bridge would be invaluable as an aid to hurricane evacuation. Traffic demands on the Cortez Bridge currently have reached more than 17,500 cars per day, of which 80 percent are southbound, the resolution states. That traffic count is expected to top 24,000 cars per day within four years. Florida Department of Transportation and the re- gional transportation planning group, Metropolitan Planning Organization, have been working to hold a charrette (intense study) on a third bridge between the mainland the barrier islands for several months. The parameters of the bridge would lie between the Cortez Bridge and the Ringling Causeway Bridge in Sarasota. The charrette would bring together citizens, agency officials and elected officials in an intensive, multi-day series of meetings to determine feasibility and location of a new bridge. Although the Island community has endorsed the third-bridge concept, officials on Longboat Key have objected to any such bridge touching that island. MPO officials have estimated that the charrette would take place in early 1995. Not actual size J & C Ferrara Co., Inc. Made In USA The Cross that Says it All I am, The Beginning and The End The Alpha and the Omega Isaiah 44:6 Revelations 21:6 Gift card enclosed with purchase. The Cross that Says it All" 14K, No Chain .............. $100.00 ierro's JEWELERS KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE INTEGRITY SINCE 1951 5819 Manatee Ave. W. Palma Sola Square Bradenton 792-2967 & MEMBER SAmellan SGel C 1Sily Join throngs of art lovers Ted and June Lewis ofSarasota were among the thousands who decended on the Holmes Beach city field last year at this time to enjoy the art festival put on by the Anna Maria Art League. The Lewis's admired the award-winning work of Bradenton artist Susanna Spann who will return for the event this weekend, Dec. 3 and 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Islander Photo: Bonner Presswood THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 W PAGE 9 I3 You art to see this show One of the charter members of the Artists Guild ofAnna Maria Island, Inez Hansen, hosted guests at a reception at the Guild Gallery Sunday to celebrate the opening of Hansen's showing of oil paintings. The show runs through Dec. 18, and features some of Hansen's newest works with the pallet knife. 2 II,[9 Ji9I 1 IIZFM Free immunizations available next week Immunizations will be offered free of charge Fri- day Dec. 9 in the Manatee County Public Health Unit's mobile clinic which will be located at the Anna Maria Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. These immunizations are available to any child who needs them. No appointment is necessary, but county health officials ask that you bring your child's immunization records with you. For more in- formation, call the health department at 748-0666, ext. 1424 or 1269. Holmes Beach Civic Association to met The Holmes Beach Civic Association will hold a meeting at 10:30 am. on Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Island Branch Library, Holmes Beach, in the Walker Swift Meeting Room. The association will hear a report from the steer- ing committee, and there will be a guest speaker from a successful and active area civic association. Attendees to the first meeting are reminded to bring a neighbor. Snowbirds: Looking for a ringer? Look no further! The horseshoe players who get together every week for friendly match-ups want returning winter visi- tors to be aware that the games they loved when they headed back north last spring are still going strong. Just like before, anyone who has a yen to pitch horseshoes is welcome to participate in the contest which gets underway every Saturday at 9 a.m. at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Dr. Winners of the Nov. 26 games were George Landraitis and George McKay. Runners up were Ruth Foehrkolb and Hurb Puryear. Saunders' changes date of open house Michael Saunders & Company will hold a holiday open house at its office at 3224 E. Bay Dr., Holmes Beach, on Tuesday, Dec. 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Refreshments will be served and a drawing will be held for a special holiday gift presented by Excep- tional Title Services, Inc. For information, call Karen Bosshardt, 778-6654. 'Murder' opens Friday "Murder Among Friends," the Island Players latest offering, opens Dec. 2 at the historic Island Playhouse and runs through Dec. 11. "This is a tale of love, murder and blackmail," says Director Geoffrey Todd "and to make that Small add up to a comedy is a triumphant masterstroke by its author, Bob Barry." Pictured left to right: Jo Kendall, Sam McDowell, Dennis Kelly and Linda Davis. On the floor is Charlie Guy, and the masked man with the gun is John Durkin. Islander Photo: Mark Ratliff F ~~~ -- -S.^]^ ^ AStyle Artist 0 a Style/Image Consulting 0000 o00 Photography Make-Up/Hair )0000 7C 00000cJ- r, Private Studio Atmosphere 0oo0 "A Drive Worthwhile" 00000 0 0000000 "We've got the Willi's" ... one of your favorite dresses in misses and petite sizes. JARVIS SHOPPE ssor Manatee Ave. We. Stresses Bradenton sportswear 794-0235 -.- "Miracles" of the Sea . S601 CEverything Under "Creation" 6011 Cortez Rd. 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Bradenton (813) 792-2046 Come browse in our Christmas Wonderland featuring Celestial and Victorian trees. Our Santa Re- union has bags, mugs, trays, stocking holders, plates and napkins. We have gifts for everyone on your list and we offer free gift wrappings. PBYSIWB Friends, relatives, students and Island lovers want to stay in touch and a subscription to "the best news on the Island" can be better than a letter from home. Pictures, stories, announce- ments, current events and happenings. It makes a great gift. And don't forget to pick up a 100% cotton "Islander" tee-shirt. It's $10 and it's fresh as a mullet! Annual subscription, $26. Call (813) 778-7978 Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping at Jennifer's The latest in -. / Holiday Fashions ,n- to make the " season magical Manatee West Contemporary Shopping Center Clothing 7465 Manatee Avenue W. Sfor the Classic 7 - andWoman chil- KT'S WITH STYLE A jewelry store foreallcages Specializing in S sterling Silver, Crystals & Pewter. That Perfect Holiday Gift! We also carry pre-packaged jewelry making kits. FREE Handmade Silver Ring with $20 Purchase Christmas Lay-A-Way Avallablel KT'S WITH STYLE .......ss so.... ..e...... 779-1308 111 7th Street N. Bradenton Beach THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 13 MID ef-]:kilf :;I Gloria J. Coyle Gloria J. Coyle, 68, of Bradenton Beach, died Nov. 26 at home. Born in Elmhurst, Il., Mrs. Coyle came to Manatee County from there in 1955. She was a homemaker and a former newspaper carrier. She was an artist who painted and worked in ceramics, and liked cooking. She was Lutheran. She is survived by her husband, Alfred L.; a son, David Magger of Bradenton Beach; four step- sons, Mike, of Sarasota, Alfred Jr., of Vero Beach, Vernon and Dale, both of Bradenton; a stepdaugh- ter, Alana Coyle Fine of Sarasota; four grandchil- dren; and one great-grandchild. Services were.held in private. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southwest Florida, 406 43rd. St. W., Bradenton, Fla., 34209. Godfried N. Hansen Godfried N. (Gus) Hansen, 84, of Anna Maria, died Nov. 25, 1994. He was born Sept. 28, 1910 in Jersey City, New Jersey, and came to Anna Maria Island 22 years ago from Alexandria, Virginia. He was an Army veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict. Serving 23 years, he retired as a lieutenant colonel. He was a member of the Powhatan Lodge in Pe- tersburg, Virginia, the Anna Maria High-12 Club, Sahib Temple of Sarasota, the Gulf Shrine Club and the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation. Survivors include his wife, Wilda 0.; his daughter, Karen, of Denver, Colorado; his son, Chris N.; his granddaughter, Kerry; and his great- SPREMTIER LINIOUSIiNE SERVICE Serving AIRPORTRUNS Southwest Florida and CONCERTS HOMECOMINGS Anna Maria Island BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES (813) 492-9430 WEDDINGS BACHELOR PARTIES PACKAGE PRICES AVAILABLE DINNER OUT STARTING $199 NIGHTS ON THE TOWN SARNG Christian Science Services First Church of Christ, Scientist 6300 MARINA DRIVE HOLMES BEACH SUNDAY SERVICE & SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:30 AM WEDNESDAY 7:30 EVENING MEETINGS READING ROOM 5314 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach Monday thru Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. grandson, Eric, all of Olympia, Washington. Memorial services were held at the Church of the Annunciation. Burial was in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. Memorial donations may be made to the Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Maxine Z. McShane Maxine Z. McShane, 79, of Holmes Beach died Nov. 20 at her son's home in Ketchum, Idaho. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Mrs. McShane came to Holmes Beach in 1976. She attended the University of Cincinnati, was active in the Island Garden Club, the DAR and the Womens Club of Anna Maria Island. She is survived by a son, James, in Ketchum, Idaho. A memorial service was held at Woodriver chapel, Halley, Ida. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Lena R. Phelps Lena R. Phelps, 95, of Bradenton, died Nov. 21 at home. Born in Prattville, Ala., Mrs. Phelps came to Manatee County from Alabama in 1900. She was a former principal of Anna Maria Elementary School. She was a member of Roser Memorial Church. She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Services were held at Shannon Funeral Home with Revs. Alfred Butterfield and Frank Hutchison officiating. Burial was in Palma Sola Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Lena Phelps Memorial c/o Anna Maria Elementary School, 4700 Gulf Dr. N., Holmes Beach, Fla. 34217. That "800' no-load fund or discount broker number probably didn't but we will. Before selling out of an investment just because the market is down, call us Market insight and recommendations at no obligation. , RAYMOND JAMES 9 Elizabeth C. Bertelsen S3639 Cortez Rd. W. Ste 140 Bradenton, FL 34210 813-755-6272 800-247-3011 Traditional holiday open house ... at The Islander Bystander Friday, Dec. 2, 6 to 8p.m. AL. L STEPHEN G. SCOTT L. PELHAM, M.D. KOSFELD, M.D. Family Practice Accepting Medicare Assignment Now Open on WEDNESDAY Accepting New Patients 3909 East Bay Drive (Suite 100) Holmes Beach 778-1007 Day/Night 9 to 5: 778-6631 I i Islanb Pobiatry CLARE H. STARRETT, D.P.M. I ndIrl i' v L. *illll ir A -h POU IATIKI MEtUIINE $ i and ,- e SURGERY A convenient Island location 104 Crescent Dr., Anna Maria Accepting Medicare Assignments Office Hours Dally Home Visits by Appointment Cynthia Olcott, CFP 3653 Cortez Road West CHILDREN & ADULT PARTIES Bradenton 755-7000 Friday, Dec. 2 6 to 8 p.m. SSLAN DE R R&I Fe c 11 'World AIDS Day' to be recognized Citizens can join the fight against AIDS on "World AIDS Day," Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Manatee County Courthouse steps at 1:20 p.m. to 1:40 p.m. There will be a reading of the public proclamation by the Manatee County Commission, a sounding of bells in recognition of the 14 years of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and presentations and brief comments from community leaders and individuals from the People With AIDS community. The event is to strengthen public support for those with the HIV disease, and for continued public educa- tion to combat this health crisis. The Island Poet It's the first of December and that time draws near, When we must buy cards, trimming and presents, I fear. And it seems that all of the prices have gone up so high, That you wonder how on earth you'll ever get by. And just how far your checkbook well bend, Or if the bank will clear all those checks at the end. But believe it or not, we have reason to be merry, 'Cause we won't get all those bills till Janu- ary. Bud Atteridge OTEY & ASSOCIATES COMPLETE COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING, BOOKKEEPING AND YEAR AROUND TAX SERVICE Individuals Corporations Partnerships Now Accepting New Clients 3909 E. Bay Dr. (Suite 110) Holmes Beach Si&y Otzy, nw[dcen2 778-6118 Ucensed by the U.S. Government to represent taxpayers before the IRS. IDS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. America's Leading Financial Planning Company Retirement Investment Planning Portfolio Reviews Estate Planning Educational Seminars Call us for a free introductory consultation ar-r um m w. MR OiMI PAGE 14 A DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Art shop holds holiday open house The Island Gallery West, 5348 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, will host a holiday Open House reception on Friday, Dec. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend and meet the artists. For information call 778-6648. Selby Gardens holds. December class Selby Gardens' Department of Education will of- fer Renata Sawyer's popular class, "Nature Printing on Fabric," on Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 7 and 8 in the Activities Center. Time for the two-day program is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants will learn how to apply special paint to flowers and other plants and transfer the images to fab- ric, and will create their own art-to-wear. Materials are provided. Cost is $60 for members and $70 for non-members. Contact Spencer Ketchum or Gail Adkins at 366- 5731 for information. Artist Florence Putterman exhibits at MCC "Explorations in Several Media" by artist Florence Putterman will be on exhibit until Thursday, Dec. 15, at Manatee Community College Bradenton Campus, 5840 26th St. West. Regular gallery hours at the MCC Fine Art Gallery are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday. The gallery will be closed during the Thanksgiving holiday, Nov. 24 and 25. For information, call 755-1551, ext. 4251. Holiday cards to benefit Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary Holiday greeting cards specially designed by Venice artist Beckie Allen to benefit the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary, are now available for purchase at Kerr Graphics and J&J Graphics, bothin Holmes Beach, and at the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary in Sarasota. The cards are available in three unique pelican designs, and are priced at 20 cards for $10. Proceeds will support the rescue, rehabilitation and educational programs of the Pelican Man's Bird Sanctuary. Manatee Players opens 'The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe' The Manatee Players will open its holiday produc- tion of "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe" on Friday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m. The show is part of the Play- ers' popular "For The Family" series which is geared specifically to young people and families. After opening night, performances are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4; Thursday and Friday, Dec. 8 and 9; and Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11. Weekend performances are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for students and can be obtained by calling the Riverfront Theatre Box Office at 748-5875. Island Players to hold auditions for musical Auditions for the John Kander and Fred Ebb mu- sical, "And the World Goes 'Round,'" will be held at the Island Players Theatre on Sunday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. Peter Strader, director, invites men and women who can "sing and move" to participate in this celebra- tion of the hit songs from "Cabaret," "Kiss of the Spi- der Woman," and "New York, New York." He also welcomes instrumentalists. The theater is located at Gulf Drive and Pine Av- enue, Anna Maria City. For further information call 755-1948. 'Love Letters' performed to benefit AIDS Council The Manatee Players Riverfront Theater will present "Love Letters" to benefit the AIDS Council of Manatee, Inc., on Thursday, Dec. 29, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25, of which $12 is tax deductible. A reception will be held at 6:30 p.m. prior to the perfor- mance. For ticket information call 742-2653 or 753-2705. Rosemary Clooney Van Wezel offers something for everyone The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota has an early December calendar full of a variety of entertainment. On Saturday, Dec. 10, the Van Wezel's popular Saturday Mornings for Kids series will present "Fron- tier Festival." The "master funnyman of the age" Vic- tor Borge will return to the hall for two performances on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 12 and 13, followed by musical legend Rosemary Clooney's "White Christmas Party" on Wednesday, Dec. 14. Call the Van Wezel box office at 953-3368 for ticket inforamtion. Theatre Works offers special holiday show Theatre Works, 1247 First St, Sarasota, has sched- uled a special holiday show, "Angel Capers," staring Jeanette LaVoy. This is a fun-filled holiday musical for the whole family and was written and composed by Jeanette LaVoy of New York City. There will be five perfor- mances from Wednesday, Dec. 14, through Sunday, Dec. 18. Call the Theatre Works box office, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. weekdays at 952-9170 for ticket infor- mation. Library and film festival host program The Manatee County Central Library in conjunc- tion with the Sarasota French Film Festival will present an in-depth exploration and critical look at "The Films of Francois Truffaut" on Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m., in the library's auditorium. The public is invited to attend. Jazz Club of Sarasota offers scholarships The Jazz Club of Sarasota will award $5,000 in college scholarships to assist talented young musicians residing in Sarasota and Manatee Counties who wish to pursue careers in jazz or jazz education. The competition is open to all high school and col- lege students who live in the area, although they may be attending college elsewhere. The criteria for selec- tion will be merit and demonstrated ability/interest in jazz music. Applications may be obtained from the Jazz Club office, 290 Cocoanut Ave., Sarasota, or from school guidance offices. Applicants do not have to be in school, as long as they are studying an instrument privately, or playing in a musical group. Applicants should be prepared to play two numbers, at least one of which is jazz. As impro- visational skills are important in jazz study, each stu- dent must also play at least two 12-bar choruses of jazz style improvisation on blues. Every application must be accompanied by a reference letter from his/her music director or private teacher. Auditions are to be held on Dec.15 and 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. Audition site will be announced. A jury of four judges will be present. The musicians will be backed up by a professional trio. For more information call the Jazz Club at 366- 1552. Deadline for applications is Friday, Dec. 3. Island Branch Library offers seminar Basic investment vehicles and strategies will be the focus of a seminar, "Investment Basics: Five Invest- ment Tools You Need to Know," presented by Cynthia Oclott and John Sharp, Jr., of IDS Financial Services, Inc., at the Island Branch Library, Holmes Beach, on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 10:15 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Red Cross providing 'Touch of Home' for US military in Haiti In order to provide a touch of home for the upcom- ing holidays to American servicemen and women serv- ing in Haiti, the Red Cross is working with the Depart- ment of Defense to provide season decorations and other items for the December and January holidays. Items being requested include blank holiday cards; hard candy (no chocolate), playing cards and other card games; other small games that do not require electric- ity or batteries; current magazines; paperback/puzzle books; and seasonal decorations. Packages may not exceed 66 pounds. Size is lim- ited to 42 inches maximum length and 72 inches maxi- mum length and girth combined. Please mail packages to: Red Cross Director of Operations, HHC 1st COSCOM, Attn: G1, Unit 2290, APO AE 09389-2290. Call the Military/Social Services Department of the Manatee County Chapter at 792-8686 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, for more informa- tion. Book and Curio Sale at Central Library The Friends of the Manatee County Central Li- brary will sponsor a Book and Curio Sale on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 am. to 2 p.m. All kinds of books, specialty magazines, and col- lectibles will be on sale. All proceeds will go to buy more books, videos, cassettes, and other items for the Central Library. The library is located at 1301 Barcarrota Blvd., Bradenton. Children's festival and fair at Palma Sola Square Community Fair 1994 and Children's Music Fes- tival will be held Saturday, Nov. 26, from 10 am. to 5 p.m. at Palma Sola Square. A Christmas Charity Bazaar presented by area civic and charitable organizations, food, and live per- formances will also be featured. For information call 795-8850. Park offers hobby and craft show The Annual Holiday Hobby and Craft Show of the Gulfshore Mobile Home Park, 3710 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, from 8:30 am. to 12 noon featuring hand-crafted gift items. A bake sale and a pancake and sausage brunch, served from 9 am. to 12 noon at $3.50 per person will add to the fun. THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER E DECEMBER 1, 1994 0 PAGE 15 iK3 Anniversary, Celebration Dec. 2 6 to 8 pm 5408 Marina Drive Holmes Beach Island Shopping Center -ISANDE BisiANnKRIi;~ flmsg~ Island Shopping Center You and your family are invited to our HNoliday Open tlous Friday a December 2 w 5 to 8 PM SSanta will hear your Christmas Wishes + Live Music by the Manatee High School Chamber Orchestra Enjoy the Holiday Spirit, Decorations & Prizes I Meet merchants and share refreshments at shops throughout the Shopping Center At the corner of Gulf and Marina Drives in Holmes Beach ",q,01 Jean Baskin OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY DEC. 2 5 to 8 PM 5400 A Marina Dr. Anna Maria Island Come by and enjoy Gifts Furniture Art Florida 34217 punch and cookies and Treasures Retrieved 813/779-1600 punch and cookies and see our new arrivals! Sach Shop OPEN HOUSE Casual Apparel December 2 6 to 8pm Island Shopping Center 5418 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-2169 Robin Kollar 778-7244 . s ICe NEW Q 01. TACO NACHO T B & TACO SALAD L y o BAR. "All You Can Eat" $495 AND DELI Taco's To Go 99,each Always Freshly Cut & Made To Order Deli Sandwiches & Soups Fresh Bagels Ice Cream Cakes Everything Homemade! Mon Sat 10AM 9PM Sunday 12 6PM Peaches Sandwich Special Buy 1 Regular Sandwich of your choice and receive 2nd Regular Sandwich Half Price! Equal or lesser value ~ thru 12/15. Always made with top-grade meats Eat In or Take -Out Island Shopping Center 5318 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-7386 Celebrating Our 10th Annual OPEN HOUSE Saturday, December 3 from 10 am to 7 pm Refreshments, Christmas Displays and i Drawing 778-4751 ~U- ISLAND SHOPPING CENTER 5312 MARINA DRIVE HOLMES BEACH Owned and Operated by Island Resident Problem with Insurance? Call 778-2253 Jim Mixon Insurance, Inc., representing the Florida Residential Property and Casualty Joint Underwriting Association. (State Pool Insurance) Jim Mixon Insurance Co. Inc. 5412 Marina Dr., Island Shopp-..j Center *"0 Holmes Beach, FL 34217 778-2253 :.. ..- I ' 1AE 7AJ2T IMI PAGE 16 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER CROWDER BROS. HARDWARE mmmm m -- -m m m mmm- -s YOUR HARDWARE STORE AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! ov A' Cc "* CI eW PENNl -S A _IS S4 ROUGHNECK I GARBAGE CAN Blue or Green 32 Gallon SALE 797 I I Must Present Coupon i al Expires 12/7/94 mm# -W R J.-l l- H I I l Seg. $3.99 mnmml I FIX IT IN NOTHING FLAT air r. pair. Inflates and seals flat tires and slow leaks GUARANTEED SALE I 88 Model T1H Must Present Coupon Expires 127/94 ---i -- lll I ECO UN I MASSAGE I Showl I HEA 113 I Reg. $19.99 %mmm IEW E BO. IE NG er D *5S Selec Water Must Prsse Expires mIn 'mm. I Super Glue l Value Pack I 3-Pack Tubes * Bonds in Seconds I You Pay $2.00 I Rebate $2.00 I End Cost $0 I Umit 1 Pkg. Reg $2.99 M *M mm~~* CODR .mm I MADE IN PLASTIC I STHEUSA ELECTRICAL V" TAPE S3/4 x 66' flame retardant. Molds totally around any shape. 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I these individuals are talking timately be helpful, not har for tracking manatee movem The manatee tracking dei nylon tether that connects a which fits snugly around the eral weak links have been designed into the assembly which allow the manatee to break free if it becomes en- tangled on an object. Researchers stress that the tag assembly does not harm the manatee or affect their freedom of movement. In fact, several female mana- tees have given birth to healthy calves while wearing the device. Viewed from above the water, the radio tag looks somewhat like a floating soda can with a straw. It is about a foot-and-a-half long and slightly larger than the diameter of a tin can. It floats about five feet behind the manatee, attached to the tether. 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A short, black antenna top. the transmitter are received by d analyzed to yield accurate . Sensors built into the unit give verature and the manatee's ac- information daily by computer. migration patterns, use of pre- eas, as well as certain manatee e also used to help protect this tee, do not touch the transmit- )ns have pulled tags off mana- entangled in crab trap lines and the Manatee Hotline at 1-800- information on the date, time, matee, as well as a description ngs from the public often help als with malfunctioning units also be used to report injured, manatees or if you suspect a ) trap or monofilament line. THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 17 Fi] DON'T MISS THESE SPECIAL EVENTS I .bi WILBE HERE SATURDAY 10 AM TO 3 PM Factory representative will be demonstrating the Weber Barbecue grill. .._._ SELECT MODELS WILL HAVE SPECIAL GRAND .. OPENING PRICES! SALE PRICES WILL BE GOOD rIDAY& S ATURDAY NI Y * Alewrt m irt II * 0 r - *^- I I I g i * Reg. $2.89 4mmmi Em. 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I 3R mE P COUPON I ) ; mSE 'E BH --- I [] PAGE 18 E DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Crabby Bill's previews new club Saturday If you're local, you're invited. The grand opening of Crabby Bill's VIP Locals' Club will be held Dec. 3 from 3 to 8 p.m. Complimen- tary hors d'oeuvres and a first drink will be served. Locals (Islanders?) are welcome to preview the club. Connie and Dave will play at 8 p.m. "It's a place where all locals will be welcome during season," said Crabby Bill's owner, Bill Zalla. "It's the locals that carry the business all summer and I owe them." The club will have a private back door for patrons and will be open daily from 3 to 6 p.m. Patrons will be accomodated with special drink prices and a full menu will be offered. At 6 p.m. everyday, the club's doors will open to the public. Club membership is $50 per year and includes a personalized "Crabby" club shirt, a golf hat, member- ship card, $5 "first drink" gift certificate, preferred din- ing privileges, private happy hour seating in the lounge and a private end-of-season party with free drinks and food in May. Apply at the restaurant. Grapevine report The rumors are true. It took three strong men to accomplish the task, but Marty Moery, former owner of D.Coy Ducks, has been called back into service. Restaurant management service. Fred Bartizal, Mike Norman and Dave Moynihan asked Moery to help out at the BridgeTender, a restau- rant they share interests in in Bradenton Beach and Moery finally said yes. He took over there last week and will direct his attentions to the restaurant as well as the city pier operation. Moery says his first analy- sis turned up "excellent food and service," so we'll Staff to greet locals in new lounge From left, Patty Prudente, restaurant manager, and bartenders Linda Frost, Sharon Miles, and Billy O'Connor are ready to greet locals at the grand opening of the new VIP Locals Lounge at Crabby Bill's Saturday from 3 to 8p.m. Islander Photo: Pat Copeland have to wait and see what improvements he makes. "Sons of the Beach" may be the next featured en- tertainment on the books, since Marty's dad is an "oldtimer" with the group. Keeping in tune For now though, the "Sons" are heating up the early evening hours at The Anchorage in Anna Maria. They play Dixieland and lots and lots of people dance every Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. And to correct a previous announcement, guitarist Marc Mannino will perform Friday and Saturday nights, this weekend, Dec. 2 and 3, in the dining room at Beach Bistro. Just an added touch to entice you to the little bistro on the beach to experience their newest additions ... full bar service and cappuccino! Rotten Ralph's has a rare occurrence scheduled for this weekend as well. The "fish & chip" capital of the Island has musician Jay Crawford entertaining on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1, 2 and 3, from 8 to midnight. It'll be a late night for the live-aboards at Galati and a fun night for all. What's up Ralph is this a regular happening? On Friday evening, Dec. 2, you can hear the holi- day music of the Manatee High School Chamber Or- chestra at The Islander Bystander office anniversary party and shopping center open house. Join us between 6 and 8 p.m. Jay Crawford Thursday, Friday & Saturday December 8, 9 & 10 8 PM to MIDNIGHT ROTTEN SRALPH'S Waterfront Dining Full Menu Full Bar ONTOrES OPEN 7 DAYS LUNCH AND DINNER OPEN FROM 11AM 901 S. Bay Blvd in Anna Maria Anna Maria Yacht Basin 778-3953 an't fThe rgslander Bsitaner, Friday De 2 6 t 8 p us at The Islander Bystander, Friday, Dec. 2, 6 to 8 p.m. 406 S 9 I1Ig The Only Authentic Greek RestaurantBetween SBdenton & Sarasota HAPPY HOUR in the lounge Only 1 'At-6PM Join us Tues thru Sat. in the lounge with BRIAN BEEBE 7 to 11 PM Old-Fashioned Breakfasts, Great Lunches & Dinner Specials Nightly OPEN 6 AM 7 DAYS A WEEK 778-0784 Casual Inside Dining Room or Outside Patio Dining Plenty of Parking Live Entertainment (Weather Permitting) Big Playground On Beautiful Manatee Beach where Manatee Ave. ends and the Gulf begins! THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 19 Ei ISIL LEFL~. 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Her students have i' contributed pieces to the . quilt during the past five '.. years to provide special memories. Thanksgiving special The students in Angelica Mannino's first-grade class prepared a special Thanks- giving dinner for their parents and friends to enjoy , under deep blue skies. The menu included a Thanks- _ giving stew and a variety of . breads. Mannino, dressed ... " in Pilgrim attire and standing in the back, " oversaw thefestivities "" which included a surprise a bouquet of roses presented by her husband to celebrate their wedding anniversary. Makin' turkey to make someone happy Ginny Mazza, left, and her partner Megan Fleming work as a team to make Thanksgiving decorations to adorn the trays for Meals on Wheels' Thanksgiving dinners. 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THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 21 lI Anna Maria School Menu Monday, 12/5/94 Breakfast: Cereal or Oatmeal, Toast, Fruit Juice * Lunch: Toasted Cheese Sandwich or Pizza, Vegetable Soup, Potato Triangles, Fruit Juice Bar Tuesday, 12/6/94 Breakfast: English Muffin & Jelly or Cereal, Blueberry L Fruit Cup S Lunch: Boneless Rib Shape w/BBQ Sauce or Chicken S Nuggets, Red Beans w/Rice, Peaches, Fresh Baked Whole Wheat Roll S"Wednesday, 12/7/94 Breakfast: French Toast w/Syrup or Cereal, Applesauce Lunch: Buffalo Wings or Mini-Chef Salad, Carrots & SCelery Sticks w/Ranch Dressing, Fresh Baked Cornmeal Roll, Pears Thursday, 12/8/94 Breakfast: Scrambled Egg or Cereal, Sausage Link, Pineapple Lunch: Tacos or Hamburger on Bun, Lettuce & Tomato Cup, Refried Beans, Mixed Fruit Friday, 12/9/94 SBreakfast: Two Cinnamon Toast or Cereal, Apple Slices Lunch: Pepperoni Pizza or Burrito, Mexican Corn, Chocolate Brownie All meals served with milk. 0 6 0000a00 009aaaa Joy Courtney Joy Courtney ROPD4vteL tA 4EEL 1/2 mile * North of City Pier * "Likely The Best Fishing Spot in Florida "T ISLAND COOKING REASONABLE PRICES 778-1885 875 NORTH SHORE DR. 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OE TTYL ER "s Are Old Fashioned D a LyJL Se.iS Ice Cream o and MWaffle Cones STr Made on Location OPEN This Area's Only Full Daily il Service Ice Cream Shoppe Noon to 10 p.m. N 11904 Cortez Road West 794-5333 SURFING WORLD VILLAGE -Bridge Tender Inn- Historical Site Of The 1917 Bay Inn NOW FEATURING ~ r LIGHTER PORTIONS / 3:30 to 5 PM i Xl TUESDAY OUR FAMOUS PRIME RIB ... $8.95 Dinner Spirits NEW HOURS: 3 to 11 DAILY OPEN 7 DAYS 778-4849 135 Bridge Street Bradenton Beach Bm PAGE 22 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Island police reports Anna Maria City Nov. 19, criminal mischief, 300 block of Pine Avenue. A group of unknown white male juveniles threw rocks at a metal door and dented it. They also threw rocks on the roof of the building. Bradenton Beach Nov. 20, retail theft, 2315 Gulf Dr. N., Circle K. The complainant reported that an Hispanic male dressed in white came into the store, removed two 12- packs of beer and fled. Nov. 21, criminal mischief, 200 Gulf Dr. S., Beach Barn. The owner advised that a person unknown spray painted a vulgarity on the back wall of the busi- ness causing $25 damage. Nov. 22, trespass, 2804 Gulf Dr. N., Villa Roma condominiums. The officer on patrol observed a sub- ject, who appeared to be nude, standing in the pool area. Upon exiting the patrol vehicle and approaching the subject, the officer noted that he was buttoning his pants and carrying his shirt. The subject told the officer that his parents have a time share unit there and he has pool privileges even though they are not using the unit at the present time. The officer asked the subject for proof of membership and he had none. The officer explained that the manage- ment asked police to remove anyone without proof of membership. The subject refused to leave. The officer called the keyholder who requested that the subject leave. The officer escorted the subject off the premises. Nov. 22, stolen tag from vehicle in parking lot, 2412 Gulf Dr. N., Sand and Sea Motel. Nov. 22, burglary with battery, 100 block of Third Street South. The victim reported that he was sleeping and was awakened by the sound of someone in his living room. As he entered the living room, a person unknown struck him over the head, knocking him to the floor. Upon regaining his senses, the victim found he was missing $200 in cash and two prescriptions. Holmes Beach Nov. 15, damage, 6500 block of Gulf Drive. The complainant reported that while he was driving a sub- ject in another vehicle threw acid on his vehicle caus- ing $50 damage to his vehicle. Nov. 19, possession of marijuana, VOP warrant, 3000 block of Gulf Drive. The officer on patrol ob- HANK McDERMOTT THURS, FRI & SAT 6-9 pm REID FROST THURSDAY. 9:30-1:30 SALTWATER COWBOYS FRI & SAT *9:30-1:30 FULL MENU PLUS DAILY SPECIALS served Clinton Emery, 28, of Holmes Beach in the Citgo station with an expired vehicle tag. The officer ran a license check and found Emery's driver's license was suspended and he had a warrant for violation of parole. While doing an inventory for the tow truck, the officer found marijuana and cigarette rolling papers in the vehicle. Emery was placed in custody. Nov. 19, burglary, 5800 block of Holmes Boule- vard. The complainant reported that when he returned home, a person unknown was entering his home. When the subject saw the complainant, he fled through the back yard. The subject was described as five foot, nine inches in height and wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Nov. 19, assistance, 7000 Gulf Dr., Tiffany Place. An anonymous caller advised of a water leak at the condominiums. The officer found a sprinkler head shooting out water and had dispatch contact the condo- minium office. Nov. 19, suspicious person, 6800 block of Gulf Drive. The complainant reported a white female sleep- ing behind the residence. The officer spoke to the fe- male subject who said she had no residence and no money. The officer contacted the Sarasota Salvation Army which said it would take her but she refused to go. The officer made several attempts to find another shelter but was unsuccessful. He took the subject to a bus stop and gave her the location of the Salvation Army and a soup kitchen. Nov. 19, DWLS, Manatee and Sixth Avenues. The officer performed a traffic stop on a vehicle with no tail lights and issued a correction card. A routine check of the driver's license revealed it was suspended for financial responsibility and the driver was issued a summons. The passenger drove the vehicle from the scene. Nov. 19, petty larceny, 3015 Gulf Drive, Citgo sta- tion. The clerk advised that two white male juveniles took two 12-packs of beer each and ran from the store. The juveniles were wearing light blue caps and white shirts. Nov. 20, suspicious, Manatee and Sixth Avenues. The complainant reported that he was hit by vehicle while riding his bicycle. The driver agreed to pay damages. Nov. 20, traffic, 200 S. Harbor Dr., St. Bernard Church. The officer responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch. The driver said she missed the turn and got stuck in the ditch. A tow truck responded. Nov. 20, suspicious, 600 block of Manatee Av- enue. The complainant reported a male subject asleep in the bushes at the rear of the bank building. The of- ficer awoke the subject, who was very intoxicated, and drove him home. "One 7f'emendous PaMe to jat" Sarasota Herald Tibune f J BRUNCH LUNCH DINNER 383-0777 5600 Block Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key Join the Lunch Bunch At the Sand4r. , ,I " 4- freshsea breezes while dining ont finest of s.food under the shade of our fei.'e umbrellas. It's the most beautiful time of year to get together with friends and family at the Island's oANDBA traditional favorite restaurant: the Sandbar. Join the lunch sAFoo & srr bunch! (We serve dinner, too. Entertainment nightly.) .100 Spring Avenue U Anna Maria, Florida U 778-0444 Chamber announces ribbon cutting, membership reception The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Com- merce will sponsor a ribbon cutting during the grand opening of Crowder Bros. Hardware in the Anna Maria Island Shopping Centre at noon Dec. 2. All Chamber members and Island elected officials are invited to attend. The Chamber will also sponsor its monthly reception at the Aquarius Motel, 105 39th St., Holmes Beach, at 7 p.m. on Nov. 30. Members and guests are welcome to attend. Nov. 20, found property, 75th Street beach. The officer on patrol found a woman's purse on a chair under the canopy and returned it to her. Nov. 20, trespass, 5702 Marina Dr., Turtle's Club and Cafe. The manager reported that a customer who was barred from the club was trying to gain entry. The officer advised the subject not to return. Nov. 21, burglary, 4000 Gulf Dr., Manatee County Public Beach. The complainant reported that a person unknown broke a side window of the beach shop and re- moved five change boxes. The amount in the boxes was unknown. Damage to the window was $100. Nov. 21, petty larceny of a bicycle, 2900 block of Gulf Drive. Nov. 22, parking, 2900 Gulf Dr. The officer on patrol found a vehicle blocking the intersection of 29th Street and Gulf Drive. He called a tow truck to remove the vehicle and attempted to contact the owner. Nov. 22, 4000 block of Gulf Drive. The com- plainant reported finding six packs of matches under a door. All the matches were burnt. It appeared as if a person unknown might have attempted to burn the door, said the report. Nov. 22, code violation, 3000 block of Avenue F on the beach. Two persons were camping on the beach. The officer advised them that it was illegal to do so and they left. 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I would answer "New York." Never "Florida," even though I had pulled up those northern stakes sometime past. The holiday season brings up that thought because, for some reason or other, it brings to mind a lot of songs, poems, and fairy tales I had so much trouble try- ing to believe when I was a little boy. Surely you re- member the old song that went, "Over the river and through the woods to grandmother's house we go." Now, I grew up only a few sea grape leaf lengths away from downtown New York City. We sang that song back then every winter, but we didn't believe a word of it. For one thing, we knew only one river the Hudson. And the only way to go over it was via the George Washington Bridge or the Weehawken or Yon- kers Ferry. Does that sound like "dashing through the snow?" And I don't think the New York Port of Au- thority would allow a "one horse open sleigh" on the bridge anyway. Or even a closed sleigh. Plus, the only woods to go through were in Central Park. Any female who lived there would never last long enough to become a grandmother. So you see, back then it was just a song. But then we moved to upstate New York. I'm talk- ing upstate to a place called Plattsburgh. There, that song came to life for a while. Like we had rivers up there the Ausable, the Saranac, the Chazy, just to name a few. We even had a choice between the ordi- ANCHOR INN BEER WINE LIQUOR Lifeguard FRI & SAT DEC 2 & 3 10PM 3007 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 778-3085 Best Homemade Breakfast & Lunch Specials on the Island! FRESH BAKED Thursday: PRIME RIB SPECIAL PIES & Full cut, potato, $ 6. BISCUITS vegetable, salad, rolls $6.95 EGGS BENEDICT All Day ... 7 Days a Week I EYE OPENER ... 2 eggs, toast, i home fries and coffee .g.. nly $1.75 Island Inn Restaurant OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 7AM-2PM 778-3031 1701 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach Joe's Eats & Sweets The Best Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt made by Joe on premises. If you can dream it, we'lI make it! SSugar Free, Fat Free Sundaes Closed Tuesdays 219 Gulf Drive South, Bradenton Beach 778-0007 6 Blocks South of Cortez Bridge Chez Andre Come Dine With Us Breakfast Luncheon SDaily Specials Intimate Dinners Fine Selection of Imported French Wines Breakfast and Lunch Tues thru Sat 8AM-230PM Sun 8AM-1:30PM Dning in France Thur, Fri & Sat 6-10PM Sun 5:30-9PM Reservations Suggested for Dinner Island Shopping Center 5406 Marina Drive Holmes Beach Carry-out available for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 778-5320 nary Chazy and the Great Chazy, oi" a* o or between two different Ausables graded by size. And we didn't need a bridge or a ferry boat during the holidays. We could walk across the frozen river of our choice. Not only could we go over any of those riv- ers in the winter, but when the snow and ice melted every spring those rivers could go over us. And, did we have woods or did we have woods! Your grandmother could hardly live anywhere around there that wouldn't require a dash throat --:.,, ods or other to see her. I mean you had to go through woods to get to K-Mart. Or remember the poem "The Night Before Christ- mas?" I even remembered that it opens with "Not a creature was stirring." Now, can you believe that there is any time at all, much less the night before Christmas, when nothing is stirring in New York City? Of course not. I did try to imagine that back in my youth, but no luck. But Upstate, it was different. The only time any- thing ever stirred was maybe during the blue light spe- cial at that K-Mart. I loved it all. Pick up a "fresh" gift for your friends, relatives and family members ... The Islander Bystander mullet shirt is just $10. ore than a mullet wrapper, ISLANDERNI = Adult Sizes: M, L, XL, XX 5408 Marina Drive Holmes Beach 778-7978 SILVER QUEEN CORN gJle 'FRESH DAILY' .. ANANAS "RUSKIN" Always VINE RIPE 4 19. TOMATOES Large AMBROSIA HRIMsOAB MELO FLSWEET CLAWS ONIONS DELI SALAD & SANDWICHES UV j1SV pkJB a&R T^L9^ HAPPY HOUR A1/ 4 p.m. TO 6 p.m. EARLY BIRD SPECIALS 4 to 6 PM Chicken Curry Fish & Chips Shepherds Pie and More $5 9 British and American BREAKFAST Saturday, 8 to 12 Sunday 8 to 1 Authentic British Atmosphere with 8 British Drafted Beers on Tap. 't iMon.-Thurs. 4 to 10 BRITISH PUB Friday 11:30 to 10 & Sat,Sun.Samtol 0 , RESTAURANT Serving Breakfast 8 'til Pub Hours 'Til ? 2519 Gulf Dr. N., Bradenton Beach 778-5173 Dreaming about a "White Christmas" was another childhood pastime in New York City. Even if it did snow, the snow instantly turned slushy black. Upstate, we only had to dream how deep our "White Christmas" would be. Another song I remember mentioned, "Jack Frost nipping at your nose." I never met Jack down in the City, but in my first winter Upstate, he nipped at every- thing I own or owned. And the biggest ski problem in New York City was finding out how far you needed to drive to use them. Compare that to Upstate where we had to put on the skis just to empty the garbage. Also around the City, we used to get mad if the ponds froze and we couldn't fish. But Upstate, that's when the good fishing begins. Anyway, what brought all this to mind this week is the realization that, indeed, what goes around, comes around. Now, I live with the grandmother of my memories. And there are mostly bays to go over here and very few woods. Sting rays nip now and then, but Jack Frost doesn't even know we're here. And Christmas is sandy, not white. And the only creatures that are stirring are the ones the exterminator missed. Plus, of course, all those other creatures who have come down from the north to spend all this anti- winter time with us. Certainly, there will never be a song about "over the causeway and through the T- backs" to anybody's house. Do I miss everything those old songs and poems promised for the holidays? Sure I do. But I have a way to calm down any regrets. I turn on the Weather Channel. 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Culnary Faderadtn m 0 11 JK PAGE 24 N DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Trees, 'Glades and poached snook By Bob Ardren Outdoor Perspectives Here's hoping you like trees. The simple act of planting a tree is one of the most profound signals of our understanding that life goes on well beyond the likes of us. We can thank Thomas Jefferson for that thought I discovered, although there are none (yet) on Anna Maria Island that I know of, Manatee County has some pretty wonderful trees called "champions." One is a na- tional champion and there's another national champion just a few feet over the county line in Sarasota County. You see, a fellow named Daniel Ward, a Univer- sity of Florida botany professor, is updating the records of Florida's biggest trees. And he's looking for some new records. The state has been keeping records on trees for three years now, and the largest trees are called "champions." For example, there's a national champion Cypress Pine located in Bradenton at the intersection of 24th Street West at 12th Avenue West. Sixty feet high, the tree has a crown spread of 50 feet and a circumference of 180 inches. A little closer to Anna Maria is Gary Sweetman's state champion Mango tree at 2019 Manatee Ave. W. At 72-feet high, with a crown spread of 57 feet and a circum- ference of 140 inches, that's some big mango tree. Believe it or not, the Florida Department of For- estry owns a state champion Cockspur Coral tree lo- cated at 4723 53rd Ave. E. in Bradenton. It's 36-feet tall and has a crown spread of 51 feet Over at 2812 Tallevast Road, just barely east of U.S. 301, you'll find two state champion trees. One is an Australian Brush Cherry 30 feet tall, with the sec- ond a Stiff Bottlebrush towering 62 feet. If you're willing to sneak across the county line, check out the national champion Slash Pine on the USF campus at 5700 N. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. At 67 feet tall with a crown spread of 75 feet, it shouldn't be hard to spot. Last, as you might suspect, the Marie Selby Bo- tanical Gardens in downtown Sarasota has a variety of state champion trees. These include a 79-foot Bunya- bunya, a 41-foot Pink Bottle-tree, a 32-foot Spotted Fig, a 26-foot West African Rubber tree and, my favor- ite, the 42-foot Bo Tree. American Forester magazine actually started the tagging of big trees back in 1963. Since that time, a total of 260 species of trees have been recorded in Florida. Thus far, champions have been declared for 200 of those species. But Ward is sure there are plenty of new records out there. Bigger trees he doesn't know about, but somebody could point 'em out to him. "The files keep changing. I appreciate all the tips I get," he said. So if you know of or own a tree you believe is impressive enough to be a record, drop Ward a line. Write: Daniel B. Ward, University of Florida, Depart- ment of Botany, 220 Bartram Hall, Gainesville, FL. CHARTER BOAT REEF REACHER Deep Sea Sports Fishing Dive Charters P.O. Box 594 Captain Phil Shields Anna Maria, FL 34216 (813) 778-2727 Alum-A-Vator Boat Lifts MARINE CONSTRUCTION, INC. (813)J 792215685 Mobile Phone: 742-0396 TIMBER DOCKS BARGE SERVICE PILINGS BOAT HOUSES *DAVITS RIP RAP REPAIRS SEAWALLS/DOCKS SEAWALLS WOOD BULKHEADS P VERTICAL BOAT LIFTS FREE ESTIMATES CORTEZ, FLORIDA STATE RX0050998, MANATEE CO. #01125 -Since 1985- 32611-8526. You can call him at 1-904-392-1175. And now it's too wet Nothing seems to go right with our pathetic Ever- glades anymore. Drenched with 56 inches of rain since June 1, much of it in normally dry November from a certain well-known and traveled storm named Gordon, the 'Glades are awash. Water levels are running two to three feet above normal, flooding the homes and businesses of some 250 Miccosukees and Seminoles. Records show that not since a hurricane in 1947 have water levels been this high this late in the year. That means the deer herd is in trouble again, this time because of too much water. Buck Thackery, the chief of resource management at the Big Cypress National Preserve in the northwest- ern Everglades, explained, "There are very few areas where deer and terrestrial animals can get to escape the flood. They are scattered out of home ranges, seeking higher ground to the west, increasing stress levels. "Eventually they start showing signs of disease or water-related physical effects and get skinnier and skin- nier. This year's fawns won't make it, and no fawns will be born in the spring. This is an experience we haven't had in 40 years." Joette Lorion, vice president of the Friends of the Everglades, said all is not bleak. "The rain is a bless- ing because the Everglades needed water badly," she said. Years of diverting water cut off the region's life- SAILING CHARTERS Aboard "SPICE" Half Day Cruises $25 per person Half Day Cruise to Historic Egmont Key $25 per person Sunset Cruises $20 per person Swim Picnic Snorkel Shelling Complimentary Soft Drinks Coolers Welcome ED HARTUNG 778-3240 U.S.C.G. Lic. Capt. | RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL / MOBILE HOMES / CONDOS REPAIRS & REMODELING FREE ESTIMATES SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING NEW CONSTRUCTION WATER HEATERS BACK FLOW PREVENTORS EMERGENCY SERVICE GARBAGE DISPOSALS LP TANKS FILLED Visit Our Do-It-Yourself Plumbing Supply Store. We are a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE Member of the Island Chamber of Commerce 1 11171 17 blood, she explained, adding, "This is almost like Mother Nature's revenge." A snook shooting lesson Just in case you haven't heard,,a fish market on Siesta Key shot itself in the foot badly with snook re- cently. Here's what happened. The new owner/operator of the market who seems to be quite an operator posted a sign out front advertising "Snook for sale, $4.95." In very small let- ters above the word snook it said "African." What he was doing was selling Nile perch and thought he was being cute. What he didn't know was that his counterman really was selling snook (Ameri- can this time) under the counter. So somebody eventually dropped a quarter on the fish market, calling the Florida Marine Patrol, which dutifully investigated the operation. An undercover officer went in and asked to buy some snook. The clerk supposedly told the officer the advertised fish "really wasn't snook, but I can get the real thing for you." To make a long story short, the officer supposedly bought 14 pounds of the game fish from the fish mar- ket clerk, who is now awaiting trial. The owner/opera- tor of the market says he knew nothing about the ille- gal sales, and he wasn't charged. But I couldn't help but notice the "snook for sale" sign was gone from the front of the market the last time I passed by. See you next week. O'Leary's Marine Repair WE COME TO YOU ... with 14 years of experience working on ALL ENGINES AND DRIVES ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS OUR SPECIALITY Call Tim O'Leary CERTIFIED, TRAINED MECHANIC 795-3961 KENNY RANDALL SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD 1994 "r --aay- 1- I- I~~ L' i. ' ,-s '.. -am Anna Maria Community Programs Director Scott Dell, left, presents to Robbie Douglas, flanked by his parents Peggy and Rob Douglas of Holmes Beach, the soccer program's most prestigious award the Kenny Randall Sportsmanship Award. Robbie was selectedfor this award by a vote solicited from all soccer coaches. The award's criteria includes strong support offellow team members, demonstrating excellent sportsmanship whether a team wins or loses, and the display of leadership qualities. Robbie's name has been added to the award's plaque which is on permanent display in the lobby of the Community Center. The Kenny Randall Sportsmanship award was instituted in the memory of soccer lover and young Island son Kenny Randall who died tragically three years ago. Gentiluomo Enterprises STATE LICENSED CONTRACTOR CRCO17380 New Home Construction And Remodeling 778-3544 MEE 778n354ESTIMATES Enjoy this fishing fi By Capt. Mike Heistand Changing weather is only producing even better fishing. Lots of sunshine and lots of bait are producing lots of fish. Offshore, amberjack, kingfish, mackerel and grouper are still being brought back to the dock by the boatfull, while backwater anglers are catching red- fish, snook, trout and snook. Look for things to pick up next week, with new moon tides and an expected cold front to stir things up out there. Bill at Island Discount Tackle said the good fish- ing reports include lots of mackerel being caught from the piers in the morning. For Skyway Bridge fishers, mangrove snapper is the best bet. Wade-prone anglers are still catching a lot of redfish from the flats, and offshore action includes kingfish and grouper. Carl at Perico Harbor Bait & Tackle said fishers there are reporting good catches of snook in the canals and bayous. Trout are a good catch if you hunt for them in fast-moving water. Offshore, grouper are moving in closer to shore, and he adds that "fishing should be good since the cold fronts are moving through." Katie at the Miss Cortez Fishing Fleet said anglers on the four-hour trip are averaging 150 head of Key West grunts. The six-hour trip is averaging 130 head of lane and vermilion snapper, Key West grunts, porgies, red and black grouper. The nine-hour trip is averaging 65 head of mangrove snapper, rudder fish, porgies, scamp and red and black grouper. Kevin at the Rod and Reel Pier said night-time anglers are catching lots of flounder. Day fisher are doing good with a few snook, sheepshead, black drum and the occasional whopper snapper Sunday saw a 20-inch mangrove snapper end up on the deck. Capt Zack on the Dee Jay II said the Gulf of Mexico is giving up good catches of Spanish mackerel, cobia and mangrove, with cobia running in the 30- pound range. Backwater fishing best bets are still fea- turing trout, redfish, snook and flounder. Capt. Zack does offer a tip- look for better fishing next week, with new moon tides and a forecasted cold front stirring up the action out there. Dave at the Anna Maria City Pier reports catches too-small gag grouper, nice-sized flounder, sheeps- head, too-big redfish, not-enough snook and the rare cobia. Chris at Galati Yacht Basin said grouper fishing is improving in the Bay, and he suggests giving troll- ing a try for Bay grouper. For the traditional grouper fisher, they are still pretty thick in about 80 feet of water offshore. Capt. Phil Shields said the weather and the fish- ing is great He's still able to catch those elusive king- fish as well as grouper, snapper and lots of amberjack. Capt. Rick Gross said he's been putting his char- ters onto lots of snook and reds, with limit catches of both on most trips. Capt. Mark Bradow said his clients are catching lots of trout and a few keeper linesiders. THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 N PAGE 25 P , enzy while it lasts: cold times a'coming On my boat Magic we've been spending most of our Capt. Tom Chaya reports excellent fishing right time offshore, bringing back lots and lots of ambejack- now. His mixed-bag report includes redfish, snook, some up to 50 pounds and a few good-sized grouper, flounder and trout. Backwater fishing is best if you are hunting redfish. Good luck and good fishing. -i~t~: w -"""" Division 2 soccer champions in the Center's 1994 Soccer Program were treated to dinner by their sponsor, Mr. Bones. The team was coached by Sam Sato with assistant coach Deane Western. Their final record was 9 wins and one loss. Division 1 soccer champs The Division 1 soccer champions for the 1994 Soccer Program at the Anna Maria Island Community Center is LaPensee Plumbing. The team, coached by Jeff Foraker and Tim Murphy, won 11 games and made 61 goals throughout the season. BE A GOOD SPORT THIS CHRISTMAS! Buy your distant friends and relatives a gift subscription to the "Best News on Anna Maria Island." A subscription form for The Islander Bystander is available on page 7. ISLANDERI It'1M aL OPEN AND COVERED GALATI BOAT SLIPS YACHT BASIN BOAT SLIPS AVAILABLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS GAS & DIESEL PUMP DISCOUNTS 100 OFF per gallon with the purchase of 100 gallons or more. 50 OFF per gallon with a purchase of $50 or more. 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Box 775 412 Pine Ave Anna Maria Island, FL 34216 813-778-5577 ANNA MARIA ISLAND TIDE TABLES DAY AMHIGH AMLOW PMHIGH PMLOW Fuel Live Bait Thu 12/1 9:38p 2.6ft 4:32 -0.5ft 12:32 1.4ff 2:35 1.3f Ship's Store Fr 12/2 5:20 -0.7ft 10:20 2.7ft - Bottom Painting Sat 12/3 6:06 -0.7ft 11:06 2.7ft - Boat Storage Sun 12/4 - 6:54 -0.7ft 11:53 2.6ft - Bulk Oil Mon 12/5 7:41 -0.5ft 3:53 1.3ft 5:33 1.2ft Consignment/ Tue 12/6 12:44 2.4ft 8:26 -0.4ft 4:23 1.4ft 7:00 1.2ft Brokerage Wed 12/7 1:39 2.1ft 9:09 -0.1ft 4:52 1.4ft 8:35 1.2ft BOAT RENTAL North end tides Cortez high tides 7 minutes later-- low tides 1:06 later. slow= 11 --haBI~b~i B] PAGE 26 N DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER Annual Secret Shop draws 150 little shoppers About 150 children and their patient parents crowded the grounds of the Anna Maria Island Art League Saturday for the League's annual holiday Se- cret Shop. The little ones, yvho ranged in age from 18 months to 10 years, browsed and bought about 900 hand- crafted gifts for prices ranging from 25 cents to $2.50. Their parents waited outside for them, often for an hour or more, while the children made their gift selections. After purchase, each gift was wrapped and marked by one of the 17 Art League volunteers on hand for the event. Children from all over the Island came with coins in small purses or pockets. A few clutched $20 bills, but all had a few things in common they had a list of eight or 10 people for whom they were buying holi- day presents, and all were determined to make their Fl Come ride with me! SINCE 1939 778-1751 Evenings >lace in paradise. ED OLIVEIRA REALTOR When Buying or Selling, Ed can make your Island Dream come true! 2217 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach FL 34217 778-2246 Office m U Sun Cay ... 6 unit condo: (3) 2 bedroom & (3) 1 bedroom apts. In heart of Anna Maria, just steps to beac"Sun Cay" of Anna Maria. 6 unit condo: (3) 2 bedroom & (3) 1 bedroom apts. Just steps to miles of white sandy walking beach! Excellent rental history w/approx. 10% ROI. $549,000. #59331. Ask for Karin Stephan today! .WW-Wats-V ~ .' & I Tropical seclusion with architecturally de- signed Island estate, but created for entertain- ing if you wish! Totally refurbished. 4BR/4BA. Multi-level living room, fireplaces. Built-in fea- tures. Security system & lights. Sailboat wa- ters w/boat dock & ramp. Water view from most rooms! $389,000. #KS60248. Ask for Karin Stephan. own choices. Many also bought a gift for themselves. A few gifts were left when the Secret Shop closed at 1 p.m., and they will be available as grab bags for a $1 donation this weekend at the Children's Tent at the Sixth Annual Anna Maria Island Festival of Fine Arts and Crafts. The Festival will be Dec. 3 and 4 from 9 Lisa Varano Denise Langlois Kids waited in line with their parents at the Anna Maria Island Art League's annual holiday SSecret Shop, while inside it's a kids-only environ- Sment as League volun- teers Mary Devine Worobec, left, and Sue O'Connor wrap the youngsters' purchases. a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Hall Park in Holmes Beach. Headed by Gall Cutting, the Secret Shop volun- teers begin each spring to make the gifts for the little shoppers. They meet one evening a week. Anyone who would like to volunteer for the 1995 secret shop should call the Art League at 778-2099. PROFESSIONAL RENTAL MANAGEMENT Wanted: annual and seasonal rentals. Contact Usa or Denise to discuss renting your property. DICK WAGNER REALTY, INC. 2217 Gulf Drive Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 813 778-2246 FAX 778-4978 Serving Anna Maria since 1939 HOLMES BEACH BUSINESS CENTER C3 ZONING RENTAL SPACES AVAILABLE Office Suites Mini Storage SRetail orService CALL NOW '- 778-2924 5347 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach OLD TIME BEACHOUSE Everyone says they love those big old beachouses they remember from their childhood. Guess what? Here it is! Three bedrooms and two baths, big porch, high ceilings, tongue in groove paneling throughout and two car garage. If you're into old you'll be in love. WESTBAY COVE Surrounded by the nicest landscaping on the Is- land. This tranquil one bedroom unit overlooks the pool from a second story. $89,500. HOLMES BEACH $108,000 Lots of possibilities here! Great location and quiet street. Short walk to shopping center and beach. Two bedrooms, one bath and the other side fea- tures a one bedroom, one bath. Mike 778-6696 Norman 1-800-367-1617 Realty inc. FAX: 778-4364 3101 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 WONDERFUL LOCATION Just 1 block to the beach. This duplex is great to have for yourself or as an invest- ment. 1 bedroom, 1 bath duplex with a strong rental history. It can be yours for $129,000. Call Ken Jackson 778-6986, or Pat Jackson 778-3301. Broker: Nancy Ungvarsky Associates: Agnes Tooker, Kathleen Tooker Granstad, Pat Jackson, Kenneth Jackson, Rosemary Schulte, Mike Schulte, Darlene Masone, Stephanie Bell, Janice Tressler, Prue Maxon- Yost, and Kay Kay Hardy MLS ~jw S WEEKDAYS 9A.M. to 4:30P.M. SATURDAYS 9A.M. to NOON I I THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 N PAGE 27 li PER-PLEXITIES BY JACQUES LIWER / EDITED BY WILL SHORT ACROSS 1 Ripoffs 6 Ventricles' outlets 12 Kind of cheese 18 Central Asian capital 19 Necked 21 Immigrant, to the British 23 Riled up 24 Dog assessing shoplifting, e.g.? 26 "The Birthday Party" playwright 28 Double-crosser 29 Money- changer's profit 30 Faux pas 31 Look-alikes' container 32 Jean Laffite et al. 35 Triple-decker sandwich 38 du Diable 39 Environmentally concerned 40 Intrafamily chat? 44 Bombast 46 Sun. talk 47 Supervision 48 Stretch 49 Passe 52 Fathers s- STUMPED? 1-900-420-5656 (750 per minute) 53 54 60 61 62 66 67 68 70 71 75 79 80 82 83 84 85 86 87 90 94 99 100 101 102 103 104 -- diComo, 106 "Mark Trail" 17 "TheKingof --- -- I I I I- I I I I Italia cartoonist Ed Kings" director What laid-off 109 Shooting range 20 Archeological 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 3 workers need to order site remember? 110 Like some 22 Throw off 39 404142 Do an antique knights 25 Fittingplaces 45 46 4 dealer'sjob 112 Hobo gridlock? Handed down 117 Kind of pie 27 Sugarloafe 53 Mountain site s2 Idol's place 118 Latecomer, Something to perhaps 33 Hosp. staffers 55 57 6 s --- -s1 believe in 119 Lustrous fabrics 34 Get-together Capone's 120 China-- 36 Nude 6 63 64 nemesis (showy bloom) 37 Rail at 66 67 - Audi rival 121 Slowpokes 41 a one Charlottesville 122 Poor man's 42 H.S.T. 1 73 76 I 78 sch. penthouse Made a 123 Approximates 43 Batting0 81 equipment successful stand DOWN eq45 ud liquely2 t3 Used a 1 Ship officer 45 Nailed obliquely832 Used a 1 Ship officer 50 Swiss canton stethoscope (with orders for 50 Swiss canton 86 89 90 91 92 Fox and others, this puzzle?) 51 Matter of informally 2 Latin dance retaliation95 1 96 97 98 Falsely sent 3 Wild 52 Vichy et al. 1 00 legal panel to 4 American 54 Fuss insane asylum? Kennel Club 55 Gaelic 104 los 106 107 108 10 111 Variety of cotton outcast 56 Seductress Papal tribunals 5 Is in Morpheus's 57 Ball te 113 114 115 116 117 "This -arms 57 Ball teams stickup!" 6 Uraeus, in 58 Like Yale since le 19 12 Alpinist's need ancient Egypt 1969 122 123 Landed 7 Run 59 Nav. officer Grazing land 8 Spinner 60 Society event Ice-T servings? 9 High-calorie 62 Deal 73 Like many 81 Elevator 91 New Year's bowl 105 Lab item desserts Inexpensive 10 omilatin 63 Outfit for furniture sprays inventor site 107 Sot's woe Sherlock 11 Britle on Pavlova 74 Posture 82 Basketball 92 Vixen's mate 10 Race in a w Holmesjob? 12 Hired escort 64 State 75 Powerful center, e.g. 93 Swoosie Kurtz III Low hill Partof TNT Cellcomponent 651980Kenny explosive 83 King's- TVseries Thai's neighbor U C tletc Rogers hit 76 Ring around the 85 Tiny people 94 Road parts 13 et amo Cravings grp. 68 First graders' collar? 87 Friction match 95 Puts on mixed feeliI Treaty site of 15 High points work 77 Some sports 88 Loosely woven lion 14 Soundunit 1925 16 Mexican 69 "-- live and scores fabric 96 Slip-on 114 Sound unit Musical notes revolutionary breathe!" 78 Open a bit 89 Kind of ball or 97 Unseparated 115 stands Cost of playing Zapata 72 Merge 80 Future stallion bill 98 Oklahoma city 116 11. time Answers to this week's puzzle will appear in next week's newspaper. You can get answers to any three clues by touch-tone phone: 1-900-420-5656. There is a charge of 750 per minute for the call. 'ay nof ngs) :ill DESIRABLE WESTBAY COVE Beautiful 1st fl., corner unit, 2Bed/2Bath, heated pool, tennis, lush landscape, convenient location. $141,900. Bob or Lu Rhoden Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-2692. GET-A-WAY ISLAND BUNGALOW Lot size 52 x 145. Two Bed/Two Bath, separate ga- rage. Walk to Gulf beaches, fishing pier, great restaurants. $128,900. Call Rose Schnoerr Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-7780. Walt Schnoerr Day: 778-2261 Eves: 778-7780 Walt has 12 years of experience in commercial and residential real es- tate sales. Can use my Spanish and German language abilities to help serve you best. At your ser- vice all hours day or night. Walt Schnoerr 778-2261. ONE OF A KIND! 3Bed/2Bath, turnkey fur- nished, Gulf views, large screened lanai, excel- lent walking beach, lucrative rental $224,900. John Green Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-3167. LARGE TOWNHOUSE WITH DOCK ON LAGOON 4Bed/2Bath, kitchen appliances and cupboards upgraded, Berber carpet, fans in every room, laundry room. $136,000. Bobye Chasey Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-1532. PLAYA ENCANTADA 2Bed/2Bath tennis- side unit with all amenities of Gulf-side complex. Heated pool & spa, clubhouse, on-site Mgr., covered parking, washer/dryer, storage. $129,900. Helen White 778-2261 or 778-6956. NORTH POINT HARBOUR Custom built 3Bed/2Bath home on deep water canal. Great room plan w/lots of ceramic tile. Community pool, spa and tennis courts. $329,900. Call Mary Ann Schmidt Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-4931. INVESTMENT PROPERTIES NEED A CHURCH? Very clean building last used as a church. 3 carpeted offices & nice landscape. $185,000. Walt Schnoerr. AUTO REPAIR SHOP Business in operation, some tools & office equipment. P&L stmt. available. $154,900. Harold Small. TWO DUPLEXES 4 well maintained rental units close to beach. 2/1 each, 2 have utility room. $259,000. Rose Schnoerr. ISLAND IN THE SUN 6-Plex, 2/2 each unit. Pool, laundry, plenty of parking. Close to beach. $450,000. Mary Ann Schmidt. : , '"- -' .' '.- . :-, . DIRECT GULF VIEW & BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS -This 2Bed/2Bath has pool, sauna, elevator, under unit parking, and on-site man- ager. Excellent rental unit. $167,000. Bill Bow- man Ofc: 778-2261 or Eves: 778-4619. ELEGANT TAMPA BAYFRONT HOME - 3Bed/2Bath with atrium in living room. Large lanai, 2 car garage, attached 14 x 12 studio/workshop. Perfectly maintained & landscaped. $390,000. Call Dick Maher or Dave Jones 7789-2261. FULL SERVICE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Open Six Days a Week Premiere Properties in Prime Locations throughout Manatee County Total Property Management! Wide variety of fine vacation rentals! Unfurnished annual rentals! Professional, Personalized Service Call (813) 778-6665 or Toll Free 800-749-6665 ." ., __ ,;: -; ;- : _; ,,..., ... -..,:.. -.. .. A,. .. -- -.. .- ZEE! -- -~-7~~~ I:~_ ~ _;~- ~ ~T~t ~~~*--1~7~~.5~ L ~, .I - ~L~L~--I: ~ 7-- !--:= - -----iC-b [il PAGE 28 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 I THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER REDUCED SOUTHERN COMFORT: Enjoy the quality and formality of yesterday with today's con- venience. 10 ft. ceilings, decorative moldings, oak floors, fireplace, butler's pantry, and wraparound porch. High hip metal roof and 70 ft. dock. Now $299,000. Judy Duncan, 778-1589 eves. New York Times Sunday Magazine Crossword every week in The Islander Bystander. GREAT COMMERCIAL LOCATION! Adaptable to many occupations, this property includes two office/retail units plus five rental garages and spacious, one bedroom apartment 100% occupancy & ideal for contractor, light business repair, plumbing or electrical contractor etc. Ex- cellent opportunity & owner financing. Asking $275,000. - --c -: ,' .. 624 Foxworth is one of those "run of the canal" homes where every room except the dining room and the three baths face the water. Very private. Very serene. Very much worth $234,500. IDowUNei iREAUI.Y F Ann. Usda I Doug Dowling Realty 778-1222 SALES RENTALS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT The ONLY Island Real Estate Group AND we offer you ALL REAL ESTATE SERVICESI Anna Maria Island Real Estate Specialists ex- Stending bqiftorsonal AND Professional Services In New Construc- tion & D81MAl Existing Property Sales, Lot Sales, Free Market Analysis, Home Warranty, Free Network to Other Areas, Best Prop- erty Management and Annual & Vacation Rentals. Over 75 Yrs. Combined Experience AND Smiles! S i II a I m I = -q~ii POOL HOME ON SAILBOAT WATER: Key Royale three bedroom, two bath home with boat dock, 70% stone lawn saving time and dollars for leisure activities. Sprinkler system, double garage, room for expansion. $220,000. Carol R. Williams, 778-0777, 778-1718 eves. DIRECT GULF FRONT CONDO with a spec- tacular Gulf view. Spacious two bedroom, two bath end unit with indoor laundry. New ceramic tile in kitchen and hallway. Storm shutters on all windows. Turnkey furnished. Priced at $229,000. Call Zee Catanese 794-8991 eves. CATCH A BARGAIN! Now it's your turn to own your own home. Two bedroom, 1.5 bath villa close to everything in central Holmes Beach the Gulf, Bay, shopping, churches, school (easy walk for the kids.) $74,500. Call Mimi Wilde 755-7752 eves. THE BAYOU: Two bedroom, 1 bath condo- minium with a water view completely refur- bished in 1991. Just steps to Bay, beach and Anna Maria fishing pier. Turkey furnished. $86,500. Call Mimi Wilde 755-7752 eves. REDUCED COCONUTS CONDO: 1 bed- room, 1 bath condo in a Gulf front complex. Excellent rental opportunity for the investor or absentee owner. Turnkey furnished. Now re- duced to $90,900. Call Carol Williams 778- 0777 or 778-1718 eves. REALTORS 5910 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Call (813) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK MLS [iKi MARTINIQUE! Desirable corner unit provides maximum Gulf & beach views! Lovely 3 bed- room, 3 bath. Enclosed balcony, 2 car garage. Turnkey furnished Pools, tennis courts, elevator, secured entrance. $209,000. #60737. For appt. please call T.Dolly Young; 778-5427 evenings. ISLAND DUPLEXI Only a few short steps to beautiful walking beach from this well-main- tained duplex. Gorgeous Gulf views from up- stairs apartment. 3bedroom/2bath and 2bed- room/lbath; both furnished. Excellent rental history. $198,500. #59656. Call anytime, Debbie Thrasher; 778-3395 eves. COUNTRY CLUB golf course views. Rooms for everyone here with 5 bedroom, 4 baths! Large 46' x 29' family room w/custom fire- place & soundproof glass doors; many built- in cabinets. Attic, garage & carport. $165,000. #56588. Ask for Sally Schrader; 792-3176 eves. "SITTIN on the DOCK of the BAY ..." Bayfront tri-plex w/boat dock on ICW! Charming. investment potential Call today to discuss. $329,000 Carol Heinze REALTOR/CRS 778-7246 Certified Residential Specialist I Need Listings! 4 listings sold within 30 days ... call me! Brand new, spacious, open & charming! 3BR/3BA; Ige garage. Caged pool. $289,000 T. Dolly Young REALTORF/IMS Multi-Million Sales 778-5427 Proud corporate sponsors of Mote Marine Laboratory. Call us for a brochure and discount coupon. OVER 900 MAILED OUT-OF-TOWN The Islander Bystander mails a record number of out-of-town, out-of-state subscriptions every week. More than any Island newspaper in 10 years! Many Thanks to our loyal readers and people who love all the best news about Anna Maria. 1 -7 I r-i irpnn -- i~i~~jls~ ~k~ : : THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER E DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 29 ED IESFR SAEIGAAESAE on'.I NONCMNS otd MARY KAY COSMETICS, at reduced prices. Please contact Susan Barnes 778-6407. EXERCISE BIKE Like new. $45. 778-6017. TWIN BED complete with pad, $50. Aquarium with stand $50. 778-6558. LA-Z-BOY RECLINER Excellent condition. Beige. $100. 778-3007. WANTED Your unwanted mounted stuffed fish. Get rid of it here. Call The Islander Bystander. 778-7978. SALE Sat., Dec. 3 & Sun., Dec. 4. 9 am to ? Fire- wood, baby items, Datsun, furniture, clothes, speak- ers, knick-knacks. 104 7th St. S., BB. CARPORT SALE Sat., Dec. 3.8 am to 1 pm. 2 sleeper sofas, clothes, radios, adding machine, plants, huge variety of misc. 305 Tarpon, Anna Maria. TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE Misc. items, arts & crafts, Avon, etc. 303 65th St., Holmes Beach. Sat., Dec. 3. 8 am to ? HOUSEHOLD SURPLUS SALE Also hand painted China by local artist. Sat., Dec. 3.8 am to 2 pm. 216 83rd St., Holmes Beach. GARAGE SALE Fri., Dec. 2,9 amto2 pm. Sat., Dec. 3, 9 am to 1 pm. No early birds. 603 Concord Lane (off Key Royale), Holmes Beach. YARD SALE Sat., Dec. 3. 8 am to 2 pm. 420 Mag- nolia Ave., Anna Maria. Mower, fishing tackle, misc. YARD SALE Sat., Dec. 3.8 am to 1 pm. 222 Oak Ave., Anna Maria. Toys pet supplies, vertical blinds, misc. SALE Sat., Dec. 3 & Sun., Dec. 4. 9 am to 1 pm. 243 85th St., HB. Books, records, lamps, hat rack, chain saws, elec. generator, musical insts., computer printer, hammock, rugs, etc. 100s of small items. RUMMAGE SALE Fri., Dec. 2. 9 am to 2 pm. St. Bernard Activity Center, 43rd St., Holmes Beach. LOST ANNIVERSARY RING with 9 diamonds. Re- ward. Much sentimental value. Carol 778-7430. LOW IMPACT AEROBICS Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center. Class incorporates hand-held weights (1-2 lb.) with low-impact movements to burn body fat while toning. Can participate without weights. Classes are: Tues. & Thurs.. 7 8 pm. Sat. 9 am 10 am. Information call Geri 779-2129. THANK YOU ST. JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred heart of Jesus, pray for us. (Say this prayer nine times each day for nine days and your prayer will be answered, no matter how difficult the favor may be. Publication must be promised.) Thank you St. Jude! JDS BEN & IRENE'S Dog baby-sitting service. At our home with constant supervision. No cages/kennels. House calls (Island only). Cats included. 778-1012. 1988 LINCOLN TOWN CAR Very good condition. $3,500 firm. 778-7330. BOAT SLIP for rent. Holmes Beach. 778-7039. 1976 SPORT CRAFT 23.5ft. New stringers and floor. New out drive engine. Needs overhaul. Asking $750 OBO. 778-7330. Classifieds and boating continue on the next page ISLAND LOTS * HOLMES BEACH BAYFRONT ... 85 x 130' ... deep water and spectacu- lar views ... $189,500. * HOLMES BEACH CANALFRONT ... 90 x 109' ... deep water and view of Bayou ... $159,500. * WOODED HOLMES BEACH LOT ... 100 x 200' ... close to beach & zoned for 1-4 units ... $129,900. STOP IN FOR A FREE RENTAL BROCHURE AND CALENDAR 12- IN i'7 u m '._ ... .-' r'" -I ,, .--.. ^,'. RUNAWAY BAY 2BR/2BA fully furnished, sec- ond floor unit in complex with pool, tennis, club- house, sauna and on site management. Deeded beach access and excellent rental program. Priced at $94,500. Call Dave Moynihan. GULF FRONT Exceptional value for this 2BR di- rect Gulf front apartment in small ten utitcomplex with quiet Holmes Beach location. iol, wide sandy beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Offered at $129,900. Call Dave Moynihan for details. TWO GULF FRONTS Fully furnished, 2BR/1BA apartments on wide, sandy walking beach. Close to shopping and restaurants. Perfect investment property or second home. Offered at $99,900 and $105,000. Call Dave Moynihan. Sa p ^ et fG Sttate Watchfor our Iwaterfont 419 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, Florida 0 listings on Estates RALo (813) 778-2291 P Box 2150 Classivision, Video Collecton MLS EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (813) 778-2294 channel 19. WONDERFUL WATERFRONT HOME Don't miss this spacious and in- viting 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, __ ideally situated near end of cul de sac with bright, southerly ex- posure overlooking sparkling Bimini Bay! Amenities include a, R new 80' boat dock on deep, sailboat water, expansive sun deck marble fireplace, sprin- kler system on private well, and more! A pleasure to show! $375,000. E7L 9;.MdfJ y aeaJ46&jRw it6fu _tna S/a.,ecLa. in S ns&NE 1/i [. A ASSOCIATES AFTER HOURS: Barbara A. Sato...778-3509 Christine T. Shaw...778-2847 WARRANTY Marcella Comett...778-5919 Nancy Gullford...778-2158 Michael Advocate...778-0608 -I WAGNERI IEA7TY DTMc'C [] PAGE 30 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 A THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER nily Commercial Residential Free Estimates Lawn Mowing Trimming Edging Lawn Hauling By the cut orby the month. Service .13 YEARS EXPERIENCE INSURED 7781-345 GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES 7&l7 AND SATISFACTION Darrin Wash CARPENTRY "A DOOR EXPERT" Serving the Island communities for 7 years with Island references. DRY WALL AND TEXTURE REPAIR 778-1353 ISLAND LUMBER SANHARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 Deffenbaugh LOCK & SECURITY LOCKED OUT? HOME AUTO RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL ALL TYPES OF LOCKS Installed Rekeyed Repaired Bonded Licensed Insured Serving Anna Maria, Longboat Key. Cortez, West Bradenton EMERGENCY SERVICE - RADIO DISPATCHED SPECIALTY KEYS LUGGAGE REPAIRS 778-5594 Painting by Elaine Deffenbaugh "Professional Excellence" S INTERIOR & EXTERIOR RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL We repair popcorn ceilings. Serving the Islands Since 1969. Ucensed and Insured 778-5594 778-3468 State Registered Contractor State Reg. RC0043740 RESIDENTIAL ROOFING CONTRACTOR SMALL NEW WORK GUARANTEED LICENSED INSURED COMPLETED OPERATIONS INCLUDED FIBERGLASS SHINGLES MILDEW RESISTANT MATERIALS SINGLE PLY ROOFING SYSTEMS Free Estimates 748-3558 L'IhIL'ia SABAL PALM CARPENTRY A FLORIDA COMPANY SMALL HOME REPAIRS CUSTOM FENCES DECKS SIDING FASCIA SOFFITS DOORS WINDOWS ODD JOBS Fully Insured Reasonable Rates 778-7603 Rick Lease 32-Year Island Resident J.R. Painting Private & Commercial * Interior/Exterior *20 Years Experience Husband/Wife Team Free Estimates 778-2139 :9 *N C *IE -BAT &BOTIG on'd SRVCE Cntd CHARTER FISHING with Capt. Mike Heistand aborad Magic. Half & full day. Reservations please. 778-1990. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS fur full time retail positions. Pick up applications at Crowder Brothers Hardware Holmes Beach or Bradenton. HELP WANTED Boutique. Apply in person. 10010 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria. EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF wanted. Fine dining. Evenings only. Call for appointment 383-8898. EXPERIENCED SALES clerk needed. Apply Sun & Surf Beach Shop. Island Shopping Center. MATURE BABYSITTER on island. Your home or mine. Varied hours including evening and weekends for toddler. 778-7770. COMPANION/HOME health aide. British male, 35, available for private duty, friendly, understanding, flexible and Island home owner. Personal care, driv- ing, travel, trips, shopping, etc. Island Companions. FL Lic #02432. 778-7686 LOVING CARE by Lynn. Skilled homemaker/com- panion. Florida certified nursing asst., home health aide. Errands, chores and cleaning. Honest & com- passionate. 778-9612. ISLAND HOME MAINTENANCE. Carpentry to painting. 20+ yrs. experience. Island resident, Island references. 779-2129. PRESSURE WASHERS for rent starting at $30. Crowder Brother Hardware, Holmes Beach 778- 0999. Bradenton 748-8551. "HATE TO IRON? Reasonable rates and many Is- land references. Pick-up and delivery. Also alter- ations. No smoke environment. 778-4680. CUSTOM FIBERGLASS, ETC. Repairs, gel coat, boats, decks & hot tubs. No job too big or too small. All work fully guaranteed. 15 yrs. exp. Call Bradenton Fiberglass for free estimate 753-9621. THREE MAIDS CLEANING 10 years experience. Reliable, reasonable, professionally trained. Homes and offices. 795-1705 anytime. NEED A PICKUP for light moving? Appliances, brush piles, junk...whatever...odd jobs, carpentry, painting. Call Eddie O anytime. 778-7369. CARPET DIRTY? Rent a Rug Doctor. $12 for 4 hours. Crowder Brothers Hardware Holmes Beach 778-0999. Bradenton 748-8551. MATH PEER TUTOR Gifted private school math- ematics student (7th grade, 12 years old, who has completed Algebra 1 & Honor Geometry) will peer tutor K-6th grade students in mathematics. Excel- lent with younger students & experienced. Games, stickers, fun! $5 an hour. Parent supervised. Many graduates now 'A' students in math! 778-3171. CLEANING & MORE References available. 778- 5183. ISLANDER CLASSIFIED The best news in town and the best results from classified ads and service advertising! VAN-GO PAINTING Residential/Commercial, Inte- rior/Exterior, Pressure Cleaning, Wallpaper, Island resident references. Dan or Bill 778-5455. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION. Remodeling specialist. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 778-2993. Lic# CRC 035261. MONTGOMERY'S CERAMIC TILE Professional in- stallation and repair. Fully insured. Manatee Co. resi- dent 25 yrs. Call for free estimate. Ken 792-1084. FAUCET PLUMBING Remodel, service, water heater, sewer cleaning. 24-hour service. Serving the Island 17 years. 778-0181. Lic. #RF0038400. INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING. Call Jim Bickal 778-1730. Free Estimates 28 year Island Resident. ALUMINUM VINYL CONSTRUCTION. All types. New installation and repairs. Insured and refer- ences. Lic. #RX-0051318. Rex Roberts 778-0029. ISLAND UPHOLSTERY Furniture repair. Danish craftsman. Free estimates, pick-up & delivery. 121 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach. 778-4335. BRICK, GLASS BLOCK, stone, stucco, tile, pavers & concrete. In business since 1978. Lic #MC00318. Dave Elliott, 778-5183. DRY CLEAN YOUR CARPET! Many Island refer- ences. Call Fat Cat Carpet Cleaning, 778-2882. HOME MAINTENANCE, CARPENTRY & REPAIRS. Experienced, reliable, small jobs preferred. Don Staples 778-0225. CUSTOM RENOVATIONS by Paul Beauregard. All home improvements. Specializing in kitchens & bathrooms. 20 yrs. experience as an industrious highly-skilled, dependable carpenter and finishing contractor. My work includes; counter tops, ceramic & vinyl tile, drywall repairs, fine finish painting, wall coverings, etc. 387-8066, beeper # 252-6528. CARPENTER + PLUS Repair & remodeling. No job to small. Dave 795-8077, Cortez, FL. 1 LG/1SM commercial studios. Gulf view. Gulf Drive ideal for small business, office, bookkeeping, legal, etc.. Neg. Call Frank at 778-6126, eves. 778-6127. SEASONAL 2BR/2BA. Charming old-style Florida beach house, Anna Maria City. Nostrot to cross on short walk to beach. Located at 118 PalmenvAe. (comer of Gulf Drive and Palmetto Avenue.) No pets,- no smokers. Close to laundromat. $1,100 per month, includes utilities and taxes. 778-1576. EFFICIENCIES Starting at $140 per week plus tax. Completely furnished, including utilities. A/C, cable, near beach. Haley's Motel 778-5405. ANNA MARIA Island Club, seasonal condo available March & April 95. $850/wk. Gulf front. 813-949-3713. STEPS TO BEACH Holmes Beach, 3BR/3BA beach house. Available Dec. & Jan. this season; Nov., Dec., Jan. & Feb. next season. Fully equipped includes W/D. Call 778-4468. STILL AVAILABLE for January 1995. Deluxe beach 2BR/2BA apt., central H/A, W/D. Call Betty Cole, 779-1213. ANNUAL Beachside elegance. Beautifully refur- bished apartments. Only steps to the Gulf. 2/2 $750. 1/1, $550. Robin Kollar, Gulf Bay Realty of Anna Maria. 778-7244. 2BR/1BA DUPLEX 1/2 blk from beach. $1,200 mo. Available Nov., Dec., March, April. Call 1-813-681- 9656. Leave message, will return call. OFFICE STUDIO SPACE 450 sq. ft. Dec. 1. $225 month. Holmes Beach. 779-1118. '1gi1 R 0 A C H E V|A|N BU Di SIT E S A RINIIIEMD I RAEXAIHIAH B PS H AW H E TIAILILI ICM I rXIT U R E A L A T E AG O0 PIEIT LIAITIH E S C A N 0 E A I DANA SIH 0 P X S TI E IUP AN I TA NE WIEIR AI ID IS T S IsIloTIHIE IFn E I A RIS BIL N iC^ _ OINIE S IC oED I II LL NE G G|S E AI E R sUCNA R Y V I cEIN 0'R[WJO| 0|DYI UT|E C A M EGIT AV OIDCD|L|ED UNE I REC TOR W O Y L BA N R UlE SELUNA L A VUE E ERIF E0 A P P B 0N WA| N H EI SER AI FIR E MAPLES M A T 0 RE P ENCE A PP 0 c 0SERT NS EAGER N EAETECH 0 E XI S T DRESS R L S PE 0 N VYE ATS The perfect gift for the person with everything (but a clean car) A Detail Certificate! MOST CARS $85 and we come to you with complete mobile service! AUTO DETAILING We do it all for one low price. Everything is included for $85 on a normal size car. Top to bottom, ashtray to engine! Hand Wash & Vacuum, Buff Seal & Polish, Armorall, Dress Rims & Tires, Shampoo Carpets & Seats, Dress Interior, Satin-Black Under Carriage, Engine Cleaned & Silicone Protected. Our mobile service means no one has to drive your car. And we are eco-friendly utilizing only 100 percent bio-degradable products. By appointment, at your convenience, home or office. NEW mobile service number: 320-0110. THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER N DECEMBER 1, 1994 A PAGE 31 EP GULFFRONT on the beach in village of Anna Maria. Perfect 3/2 only steps from the water. Nov. & Dec. Must seel $600 week. 778-3171. GULFFRONT EXECUTIVE monthly term rental on exclusive North Shore Drive in the village of Anna Maria. One-of-a-kind perfect 3/2 beach house with all amenities. Steps from water...sunset view from every room. Now reserving prime winter months (1,2 or 3 year term). Rent tomorrow's vacation at today's prices ($3,500 to $10,000 includes all taxes & utili- ties). Guarantee your place in the sun on best beach on Island. Now! Hurryl Prime months (Jan. thru Apr.) Won't last long. 778-3171. GULF & BAY views. 1BR, patio, pool, W/D. Fur- nished. Season or annual. 211 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria. 778-2896. HOLMES BEACH West of Gulf Dr.! 2/2, seasonal $1200 month. T.D. Young, 778-5427. Prudential Florida Realty., 778-0766. HOUSE IN CORTEZ 2/1, $800 month/$300 week. Gas, lights, cable & water included. Available Nov., Dec. & Jan. 794-2556. COZY COTTAGE 82nd St., Holmes Beach. W/D, central heat/air, ceiling fans, window blinds, close to beach. Annual $700 plus utilities. 778-6544. MAGNOLIA APARTMENTS Renovated, fully fur- nished, 1BR apt. Studio or guest rooms. Steps to beach, restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, sea- sonal. John Kaufmann 813-778-2627 or 778-0116. ANNA MARIA GULFFRONT apartment. Lovely fur- nished interior. Short term. No pets. 778-3143. NOV/DEC SPECIAL 3 days/2 nights! $350 On beautiful Anna Maria Island in a prestigious Gulffrone condo. For luxury accommodations, call oebbie Thrasher, 778-2055 now! The Prudential Florida Realty. SEASONAL FURNISHED 1BR apartment. Walk to stores and steps to beach. Clean, quiet, central heat/air and cable. Minimum 3 months. Holmes Boqch. No pets. 778-2071. WANTED TO RENT Retired couple needs condo Martinique or North month of March '95. References available. 804-438-5804. SINGLE WOMEN in area for grandchild surgery needs inexpensive efficiency for Dec. & Jan. 778-4001. GULFFRONT corner apartment. The Martinique, Holmes Beach. 2/2, porch, pool, tennis, garage. Beautifully furnished. Available Dec. 8 thru Jan. 31. $2300 month. 778-1422. EFFICIENCY with bath, screened porch and private entrance. Close to shopping. 778-7039. FURNISHED 1/1, Bradenton Beach on the bay. $500 month. Yearly. 778-7980. ANNUAL UNFURNISHED 2/1 Living/dining, kitchen (new stove), refrigerator, ceramic tile & carpet. $600 includes water & trash pickup. 778-1392. EFFICIENCY APT HB, 2 blocks from Gulf. Attrac- tive, newly remodeled, patio and hot tub. Non-smok- ing. Avail. Dec., March only. $695 month. 778-7686. HOLMES BEACH 2/2 and 1/1 elevated duplex. Close to beach and shopping. Completely fumished. Monthly/seasonal. 778-6583. EXTRA LARGE 52 X 145 lot in Anna Maria. Great family area. $79,000. Call Richard Freeman at Is- land Real Estate, 778-6066 for details. CANAL FRONT lot in Key Royale across street from golf course. Deep water bay access. $175,000. Call Richard Freeman at Island Real Estate, 778-6066. ADORABLE Anna Maria home close to beach. 3BR/ 2BA with possible 4th BR or den. Two separate en- trances make this property uniquely $147,500. Call Richard Freeman at Island Real Estate, 778-6066. REAL ESTATE WANTED Private party, cash buyer, quick closing. Anna Maria, Holmes Beach. 798-3981. KEY WEST styled canalfront home in Anna Maria. 3BR/2BA. No bridges to Bay. $234,500. Call Richard Freeman at Island Real Estate, 778-6066 for details. ONE OF A KIND deep-water canalfront home in Holmes Beach, 6BR/4BA, inground pool. $386,000. Call Richard Freeman at Island Real Estate, 778-6066. BOATERS! Fabulous Anna Maria canalfront lot with Tampa Bay access. One of the few left! Call Rich- ard Freeman at Island Real Estate, 778-6066. ANNA MARIA BAYFRONT home. Fabulous view! Owner financing. $350,000. Yvonne Higgins, Island Real Estate. 778-6066. LOW INTEREST RATES won't last forever! Buy your investment property now! Several prime du- plexes available from Island Real Estate. Ask for Yvonne Higgins, 778-6066. ANNA MARIA RESIDENTIAL lot for sale. 744 Jacaranda. 2 minute walk to beach. Can see the gulf from elevation. 713-271-5744. Dr. Mikles. ISLAND DUPLEX Each unit offers 2/2, dining, living and laundry. Sundeck overlooking the Gulf. Get ready for breathtaking sunsets from either unit. This stilted duplex come with A/C, huge storage rooms, extra closets, covered parking, automatic sprinkler systems, security and garden lighting. Yard has been professionally landscaped. By owner for only $179,800. 778-1516. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE Top of the line! 2 large BR/2.5BA. Beautifully decorated (never rented), pool view, 2 blocks from beach, includes all appli- ances. $179,000. 810-645-1865. PERICO BAY CLUB bayfront condo. 2/2, enclosed garage and all amenities. $139,500. Call Richard Freeman at Island Real Estate 778-6066. HOLMES BEACH Large 2/2 and 1/1 elevated du- plex on 90' X 112' lot. $179,500. Will sell 2/2 sepa- rately. Owner financing possible. 778-6583. BAYFRONT 2/1 w/porch. 50' seawall and 1BR mother-in-law apt. and garage. $175,000. 778-7980. PINES TRAILER PARK 1BR, 10ft wide near gulf. Shed with washer/dryer. 30 gal. hot water tank. Carport. $13,500. 778-9552. FABULOUS TOWN HOUSE at Seaplace. 2/2.5, garage, dining room, cathedral ceiling, very unique, like a beach house. $245,000. 383-4451. NORTH BEACH VILLAGE Gulf view, 2/2.5. Huge closets, decorator wall unit, 4 decks, community pool, lots of storage, double garage, brick drive. $169,000.. 778-4065. OPEN SUNDAY 315 58th St., Apt. B., Holmes Beach. Completely redecorated condo. 2/1, over- size garage, washer/dryer. $72,900. 798-3981. LIFESTYLE CHANGE Fishing pier in Tampa Bay with snack bar. Full scale restaurant with bait sales. $395,000. Towne & Shore Realty. 778-7980. PINEBROOK THE FAIRWAYS on golf course. 2/ 2, eat-in kitchen, utility room, screened lanai, deck 12' X 27', parking under building, 2nd floor, southern ex- posure, like new, furnished. $192,000. 795-1637. BY OWNER Charming 2/1.5 cottage in historic Cortez village. Quiet street, nice oaks. Great winter rental. $62,500. 723-3616. HOW TO ADVERTISE DEADLINE: MONDAY at NOON for WEDNESDAY publication every week. Minimum size, up to 21 words (three lines) $5. Additional 7 words (one line) $1.50. Boxed ad, plus $2. Classified ads for businesses and business services are minimum $6.50 for up to 21 words. Additional 7 words (one line) $2.00. Boxed ad, plus $2. Payment is expected when you place the ad in per- son or by mail.The office is located at 5408 Marina Drive, between D. Coy Ducks and Chez Andre, in the Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach, FL 34217. More information: 778-7978. - S ANDER CLASSIFIED NEW CONSTRUCTION Call David Parrish 792-5207 - COMMUNITY ELECTRIC DOITYO REL DO-IT-YOURSELF SUPPUES FREE EXPERT ADVICE Call 798-3095 7800 Cortez Rd. W. (Behind Wings & Things) "Serving the Islands for over 15 years" ^e-~ ______ The Islanc Anniversa Ann iversa r Dec. 6 to 8 r Bystander rCelebration ( 5408 Marina Drive Holmes Beach island Shopping Center ISLANDER Custom Communications Installation and Repair of All Electronics SPECIALIZING IN PC COMPUTER SERVICE Call Dave for answers to any technical questions .I and for free estimates. 730-1608 or 778-6407 Come Discover H idcen Treasurest RED BEARD'S TREASURE CHEST On Historic Bridge Street* Bradenton Beach Owners: Darnell & David 778-3565 *125 Bridge St ECONOMY CONSTRUCTION ROOF AND HOME REPAIR SHurricane Resistant Home Designs Additions and Remodeling Call Don Tarantola RC0045125 Roossas0 PE002374 778-9244 S Personal Fitness TRAINING Cardiovascular Exercises SNutritional Advice* Muscle Toning & Body Sculpting Stretching Program Individuals or Groups Geri Travis Nationally Certified779-2129 Cherie A Deen LMT Neuromuscular Certified Massage Therapist On Premise Appointments Available Gift Certificates MM0003995 792-3758 MA0012461 Please mention that you saw this ad in The Islander Bystander. Custom Designs Repairs 778-4605 On Pine Ave. across from the Historic Anna Maria City Jail NU-Weatherside of Florida, Inc. SINCE 1948 Rxoo6S4s WINDOW REPLACEMENT SVINYL SIDING SOFFIT & FASCIA PORCH ENCLOSURES ' -Financing Available 778-7074 I RI1 sT VN I EII PAGE 32 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 N THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER 1. --- (2 Island Fo I YOUR MmOMED TW 3900 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach PHOMETO OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK *7 AM to 10 PM SUNDAY 7 AM to 9 PM* PHONE 778-4100 We Welcome Food Stamps PRICES EFFECTIVE NOW THROUGH TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1994 ods FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK Every Friday 11A.M. to NOON RIGHT HERE ON THE ISLAND! SIRLOIN TIP 4 STEAK MEDIUM SIZE SHRIMP -$ J. "LB M) BUTTER 1 LB S,, ,QUARTERS 990 CARNATION EVAPORATED MILK 120Z CAN 490 . . I VAPORATED i MILIK ^^ ; I WHOLE, PEELED BABY CARROTS THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING ISLAND FOODS ... iI V 1 .iII IV BAKERY DEPARTMENT FRESH, SPLIT TOP WHITE BREAD,-. A f I mml I I PAGE 32 DECEMBER 1, 1994 THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER IISLANDE RUIBUAhiNiRL Icce^/^^F c^p-"' .-**^ ' .~ .' *'7~~ _,-f ;:i'r.,t :: -.. - A VERY SPECIAL SECTION DECEMBER 1, 1994 t's the time of year when we all take a little extra time to give someone a smile or send a greeting ... pause to give hug or a word of praise. It's a very special I me of year for friends and family, this Holiday Season. In this special section of The Islander By- stander, we have taken a moment to present to you in words and pictures some individuals and organizations in our community who deserve extra attention. The Wish Book is devoted to Islanders and Island community service organizations and their special needs for improving assistance to visitors and residents on Anna Maria Island. Each of these people and organizations offer an opportunity for you to share some- thing. There is a story and a list of needs - wishes from each one. They need every- thing from a typewriter to outdoor lighting. Please add a gift from this wish book to your holiday shopping list. It's our way of saying thanks for the support we have received at the newspaper for the past two years and to give something back. We don't often have a chance to make a difference in the community we live in. We offer a special thanks to the sponsor advertisers for making the Wish book possible. We hope you receive something from the Holiday Wish Book ... the joy of giving. Happy Holidays! Best wishes for 1995! The wish book is thanks to the extra effort of Islander Bystander staff members Jan Barnes, Pat Copeland, Joy Courtney, Kristy Hatfield, Dolores Knutson, Mark Ratliff, Paul Roat and Darla Tingler with special thanks to the advertiser sponsors. Publisher: Bonner Prestswod U II I- - I 5 -I U- i:-~i ~-i I ' A9 i- am" I " S~ r IBI THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK m DECEMBER 1, 1994 m PAGE 2 Island school bulging at seams The clouds have opened. Instead of rain drops, Anna Maria Island is raining children. Anna Maria Elementary School has reached an unprecedented enrollment of 406 elementary school-age children. This is a substantial leap over previous years which boasted a fluctuating average of 350. "There is a proverb which states that it takes an entire community to raise a child. Surely this community meets its obligations to our Island children," said Jim Kronus, principal. "Last year, the school received a number of items from our'wish list' calculators that are being used by the children to this day, computer paper that is being used by the Art Department, and so many other items that help to enhance the educational opportunities for our children," Kronus said. "We at Anna Maria Elementary appreciate the effort made by our community to help us make our education program successful. Thank you, Anna Maria Island." The numbers in parentheses indicate the number of each item the school needs. They do not set an amount required for individual donations. The Island Wish List for Anna Maria El- Education is never 'in the bag' Students in Vicki Small's fourth-and-fifth-grade split class participate infield events during American Education Week celebrated at Anna Maria Elementary School. ementary School is: (1) Overhead projector table. (2) VCRs. (1) small refrigerator. (1) computer printer stand. (1) rabbit cage, food for one rabbit. (1) electric iron and blender. (3) paper cutters. (10) power strips. (2) storage boxes (plastic or cardboard). (30) dictionaries. Anna Maria Island All Island Historical Society Denomin T he Anna Maria Island Historical Society is All-Islan a nonprofit educational organization Jll"-slan. which is dedicated to the study and preservation of all materials relating to the early A 1 Island Denomir days of Anna Maria Island. profit group that The society of volunteers mans the Island Almost of the Islanc Museum at 402 Pine Ave., in Anna Maria City. needy Island families a ni The building, built in the 1920s as an ice house, Island Christmas" project houses displays of old photos, maps, newspaper families this year. clippings, records, books and videotapes of AID gets its referrals interviews with early residents. Admission to and concerned individual the museum is free and adult membership in AID is hoping to have a the society is $10 a year. donated items by Dec. 1 The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria (next door to LaPensee F Island Historical Society is: The Island Wish List A computer and printer for storing histori- nations' All-Island Chris cal records and files. Nonperishable fooc Services of a carpenter and a plumber, as New toys. well as building materials such as lumber. Help with answering Contact: Island Museum, 778-0492; Tues- groceries, wrapping gifts ( day, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, Contact: All-Island De 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Anna Maria Island Hi-12 Club The Anna Maria Island High-12 Club is a Masonic club that meets every week on the Island. High-12 supports the Masonic Home and the Wolcott Foundation which sponsors college graduates to go on and earn advanced degrees to enter positions in the CROWDER BROS. HARDWARE Your Hardware Store And Much, Much More! United States government. The Island Wish list for the Anna Maria High-12 Club is: New members to meet every Thursday at noon at The Anchorage. Contact: John Lasson, High-12, 778-0115. Gy Yatros, D..D. 3909 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach 778-2204 (50) atlases. Reams of any color paper, rolls of news- print paper, colored markers, tempera or water- color paint sets, brushes, thick colored markers, yardsticks (metric and standard), (200) rulers with metric and inches. Math software, large-size dice, educa- tional puzzles (sea life and volcanoes), lap trays with side pockets. Contact: Anna Maria Elementary School, 778-1125. Anna Maria Island Privateers The Anna Maria Island Privateers was established as a nonprofit organization in 1971. Its goals are to promote activities for the betterment of youth and to render altruistic services to the community. Funds raised through the Privateers' mullet smokes, the July 4th Picnic, Octoberfest and Thieves' Markets help support youth programs at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, the Rubonia Youth Center, the Privateers' Scholarship Program and various other community needs. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Island Privateers is: Donations earmarked for youth programs. Donations earmarked for the Priva- teers' Scholarship Program which helps send Island young people to Manatee Community College. Donations earmarked for the Whitey Horton Memorial Scholarship Program which helps send Island young people to the college of their choice. Participation in, or street-side support for, the Privateers' Island Holiday Parade on Dec. 10. Contact: Andy Toombs, president, 794-5966, or Norm McKelvey, treasurer, 778-5934. nations' i project rations (AID), is a non- pools the resources of i's churches to give cer Christmas. The "All- hopes to help nearly 30 from various agencies ils in the community. storefront to receive at 5348 C Gulf Dr. 'lumbing). for All-Island Denomi- tmas is: d items. g the phone, sorting or shopping. nominations, 778-0048. 3352 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach, FL 34217 (813) 778-0999 When it comes to service, everything matters. (VO First Union National Bank of Florida 5327 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach 813 798-2708 GD M I PAGE 3 m DECEMBER 1, 1994 THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK JI Teen group on The All Island Youth group is a cooperative youth pro- gram for students in seventh through twelfth grades. It is sponsored by churches on Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key and meets on Wednesday evenings for fun, food, thought and worship. In addition, All Island Youth plan special service, social and fundraising projects. Meetings rotate among the partici- fullgo pating churches. In December, All Island Youth is meeting at Roser Memorial Community Church. The All Island Youth group's Island Wish List is: A large ice chest to be used for outings. Games for teen play and indoor use. Contact: Roy McChesney, Roser Church, 778-0414. All Island Youth group, featuring youths from seventh to twelfth grades. Center wish: new light poles to bring light to The Anna Maria Island Community Center is a private non-profit organiza- tion which provides over 40 cul- tural, educational, recreational and social programs and special events on a year-round basis for residents of all three Island cities. The Center strives for community service through participation and involvement. The Community Center outdoor lighting provides an opportunity for hundreds of children to play super- vised games after dark. A recent inspection has revealed woodpecker the young damage to the light poles. They would like to begin replacing the damaged light poles first, and eventually replace all wooden poles. The estimated replacement cost to purchase concrete poles is $3,000 per pole. Their wish list includes 10 45- foot cement light poles and experi- enced, qualified electricians and construction workers and engineers volunteering their valuable time to ensure a quality of installation that will last our community for the next many years. Contact Executive Director Pierrette Kelly, 778-1908. Tingley Memorial Library: getting in touch The Tingley Memorial Library in Bradenton Beach has been in existence less than one year. It is privately-funded and is open to anyone who wishes to join. Tingley Library already has a strong following of patrons who enjoy reading the library's collec- tion of fiction, including best sellers. It has a limited collection of non-fiction, a beautiful art bIci : collection and a variety Lc :. .. pertaining to Florida. It also offers two Macintosh computers which are available to the public, as well as a number of CD-ROM programs for adults and children. The Tingley Memorial Library's Island Wish List is for donations to purchase the following: $3 buys one teenage paper- back. $15 buys a hardback children's book. $20 buys a hardback best seller. $25 buys an average maga- -rne subscription for one year. S~.i. I~~en'si story time CD. $50 to $100 buys an adult level informational CD. Contact: Carol Sandidge, library clerk, 799-1208. ends of the Island Library is a volunteer organization formed to lend additional support to the Island Branch Library through the purchase of books and equip- ment along with various forms of educational programs for children and adults. The Friends of the Island Library sponsors an annual Pro- gram Series on designated Tues- days at 3 p.m. in the Walker-Swift Meeting Room. A schedule of dates and programs are available at the library. The Island Wish List of the Friends of the Library is: Cookbooks for the fund- raising cookbook sale Jan. 21 may be delivered to the library by Jan. 10. More members and volun- teers, full-time and part-time. Contact: Island Library, 778-6341. Look what I can do Library-lover Jake Sandberg, 3, plays with one of the Tingley Library's inter- active CD ROM programs for children with Library Clerk Carol Sandidge. Crabs, bears and more talk and interact with Jake as he learns how the computer's mouse makes each character come alive. Once Jake has learned to "click" the mouse, the next level will take him on a journey to learn his ABCs. AMI Forever Young AMI Forever Young was started at the Anna Maria Island Community Center last year as a monthly social gather- ing for retired men and women. The Island Wish List for AMI Forever Young is: More retirees to join so smaller groups for individual interests such as craftmaking, walking groups and book discussions can be formed. Contact: Anna Maria Island Community Center, 778-1908. Season's Greetings Friends of the Island Library 'We ARE the Since MARE ESTA7tE F FRANKLIN BROKER 9805 Gulf Drive PO Box 835 Anna Maria. Florida 34216 1 (800) 45-9573 (813) 778-2259 Fax (813) 778-2250 AIR CONDITIONING HEATING COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION DUCT CLEANING 3500 East Bay Drive Holmes Beach (813) 778-0773 FAX 778-2835 [jI THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK E DECEMBER 1, AMFD trains to contain emergencies T he Anna Maria Fire Control District is committed to the safety of Islanders and their property. Training is the key. Behind the fire station at 10350 Cortez Rd., Bradenton, there is an area dedicated to constant training in order to keep the district's firemen and volunteers ready to handle any emergency on a second's notice. Training sessions at the Cortez facility include mobile home emergencies, boat fires, LP gas tank fires, vehicle accidents, search and rescue, and structure fire training. To keep Anna Maria Fire Control District's training "top notch," the district's Island Wish List includes: 100 yards of concrete. Large photocell lights. ~~ L ~~ ',_ ;~.tPI r. C"2 ~ri~-~ dr. I Island Garden Club The Island Garden Club is dedicated to the beautification of civic, business and residential property on Anna Maria Island. Through its fund-raising events, the club also supports the scholarship program at Mana- tee Vo-Tech and Anna Maria Island Community Center. Monetary gifts are given yearly to Anna Maria Elementary School and Friends of the Island Library. The Wish List of the Island Garden Club is: Donations of plants, furniture, white el- ephant items and clothing for the cub's annual fund-raising sale Feb. 4 at Anna Maria Elementary School. Call 778-0256 or 778-5182 for pick-up. New members to participate in club projects and make new friends. Contact: Ben Gaterud, 778-3779. I-- 9 ' -~~i~'' 1' 40 sheets of plywood. 100 2x4s for framing. 140 feet of four-inch PVC pipe for draft- ing pit. 10 pallets of sod. Video equipment. Cash donations for equipment rental to 4 - .I.1 Firefighters on parade Anna Maria Fire Control District is represented in Island parades with its 1951 Peter Pirschfire truck. It was the first ladder truck in Manatee County and was given to AMFD for parades. work on training area, LP gas, and material to build a tower. Donation checks can be made out to AMFD Training Facility, 6001 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, FL 34217. Contact: Andy Price, AMFD chief, 778-6621. Anna Maria Island Art League he Anna Maria Island Art League is dedicated to making art an active part of the Island community and is open to anyone who is interested in the arts. As one of its objectives the league is active in working with future artists of the community - children. Among the various children's programs, the league offers scholarship classes for students who are recommended by art teachers and community leaders. The league would like to expand its art scholarship program. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Island Art League Scholarship Program is: Art supplies Prisma colored pencils, paint brushes, art paper, mat board, weaving looms and yarn, clay tools and clay, fabric paints and beads. Classroom supplies Shrink-wrap machine. Contac : A~ ia Maria Art League, 778-2099. Women In addition to contributing to church- related societies, the ECW participates in the Angel Tree Ministry which provides Christmas gifts to children who have a parent in prison. ECW is open to all women of the church. Luncheon meetings are held the first Thurs- day of the month from October to May. An annual ecumenical luncheon with the women of St. Bernard Guild is held in May. The Island Wish List of the Episcopal Church Women is: More funds to provide additional space for Christian education classes, the church music program and office expansion. Contact: Faith, church office administra- tor, 778-1638. Episcopal Church The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of the Church of the Annunciation in Holmes Beach contributes to various organizations and projects locally, nationally and internationally with money they earn at their annual Holly Berry Bazaar and White Elephant Sale. Annual contributions are made to All Island Denominations, Anna Maria Island Community Center, PACE Center for Girls, Church Women United, House of Help of Haiti, and Manatee Sheriff's Youth Ranch. 1 eace r Fran Maxon LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER I S SALES AND RENTALS 9701 Gulf Dr. (P.O. Box 717) Anna Maria, FL 34216 Fax # 778-7035 778-2307 or 778-1450 Broker: Nancy Ungvarsky Associates: Agnes Tooker, Kathleen Tooker Granstad, Pat Jackson, Kenneth Jackson, Rosemary Schulte, Mike Schulte, Darlene Masone, Stephanie Bell, Janice Tressler, Prue Maxon-Yost and Kay Kay Hardy. -claadReall WEEKDAYS 9AM to t30PM 0[- okagaa s Ifff - SATURDAYS 9AM to NOON .... Professional Medical Center 503 Manatee Ave. W., Holmes Beach would like to wish everyone "Happy Holidays" Flu Shots $1000 NEXT TO NEAL-MANNAUSA 778-0711 REAL ESTATE OFFICE OPEN: MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:30 AM TO 4:30 PM Medicare & Medicaid Doctor on call 24 Hours Call for an appointment or walk-ins are welcome anytime. I I 1994 0 PAGE 4 PAGE 5 E DECEMBER 1, 1994 0 THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK IIM History videos will tell all at Anna Maria School library he Library Committee of Anna Maria Elementary School has made great strides in upgrading the school's former 1950s library into a technol- ogy base for the 1990s and beyond. The school's library not only currently boasts a colorful and welcoming environment for study and research, but also acts as a technology broadcast center. Every school day, the broadcast center lights up the airways with pro- grams and videos to educationally enhance whatever subject matter a teacher is currently presenting. The broadcast center can even transmit more than one program to more than one classroom at a time. The Library Committee needs to expand its video collection in order to offer a greater variety of topics for visual presentation to the classrooms. The Library Committee's Island Wish List for the Anna Maria El- ementary School Library is: "American History Birth of a Nation" video series. The series captures the spirit and drama of critical moments in America's transition from colony to republic as captured in the series of seven programs. The series is geared toward grades four through nine. Each video costs approximately $50 and is a tax-deductible dona- tion. The series includes the fol- lowing titles: Colonial America in the 1760s. Taxation Without Represen- tation. Prelude to Revolution. Lexington, Concord & Inde- pendence. A Nation in Crisis (The Civil War). Fighting for Freedom. The Living Constitution. Contact: Warren Phillips, media specialist, Anna Maria Elementary School, 778-1125. Never to young or old to act he Chapel Players, a community-outreach theatrical company at Roser Memorial Community Church, is four years old this year. The Chapel Players sponsors two major theatrical productions per year in the church's chapel one mainly for adults and the other for children. The goal of Chapel Players is to give persons with littleon-stage-xperience a chance to try their wings and to grow in confidence. The group also sponsors a summer workshop for youth to learn different aspects of theatrical performance. The Chapel Players' Island Wish List in- cludes: A dual cassette player. Vintage clothing. Hats vintage or depicting a particular fashion era. Sound and lighting equipment. Contact: Joy Courtney, vice president, 778-5405. Chapel Players "Life With Father" production. Island Players celebrating 46th season T he Island Players Theater at the corer of rotating group of guest directors. The theater is Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue in Anna supported by local subscribers and supporters Maria is now into its 46th season. This (such as the Off-stage Ladies), ticket sales and charming playhouse seats 137 theater-goers at grants. five shows each year. The Island Wish List of the Island Players is: The building is a far cry from the small A computer for the box office. house that came over by barge from the main- A copying machine. land over 80 years ago and served as an office More volunteers including teenagers. for the developers of Anna Maria. During the Contact: President Ruth Stevens, 794-2188. ensuing years it served many groups as city hall, community center, women's club, church and garden club before it became a community theater with the first production in 1948. The Players is governed by a participating board of directors and made up of actors, directors, set designers, production workers and costume designers. Shows are directed by a Off Stage Ladies keep actors on stage The Off Stage Ladies is a support group for The Island Players in Anna Maria City. The ladies are a talented and gregarious group who help paint sets, act as costumers, makeup artists, lighting assistants, stage manag- ers and who do any task to help a director produce a good play. Improvement of the theater is also a goal of the Off Stage Ladies who raise money by sponsor- ing card parties, luncheons, street fairs and a yearly show, the Off Stage Ladies Revue. A very important endeavor by the Off Stage Ladies is to prepare and serve dinner for the cast of a show during "Long Sunday." "Long Sunday" is held all day Sunday before a show opens allowing the technical crew, sound and lights, to get their part of the show set. The Island Wish List for the Off Stage Ladies is: Local restaurants to donate Long Sunday dinners for the cast. Contact: Dorothy Simches, president, 778-2618. New members are welcome. What a racket Anna Maria Island resident and tennis lover Roy McChesney teaches tennis to members of the Young Tennis Players at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. "The children are excited to learn the sport," said McChesney, "but it is especially important for the young player to have an appropriate-sized racket I'm in the racket of asking for rackets." The Island Wish List for the Young Tennis Players is: .Junior-sized tennis rackets. Additional adults to help handle the number of children who want to practice. Contact: Roy McChesney, 778-3045. As Independent As The Island Itself. First National Bank Member FDIC 5324 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach (813) 794-6969 Education connection Sarah Fazioli, Vaughan James and Adrian Redden, students at Anna Maria Elementary School, hope that you will help increase the school library's educational video collection. lay the Spirit of Peace Live in your heart at Christmas and all through the Year. 778-7774 HApT , DL]]DA ED THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 0 PAGE 6 Roser Men's Club Roser Men's Club is a social-service group that holds two fund-raising pancake runches per season. Proceeds are used to support a variety of activities and organizations including summer camp scholarships, church needs and commu- nity organizations such as the Pelican Man, Southeast Guide Dogs, Sheriffs Youth Ranch, Loving Hands Ministries, Jim Russo Prison Ministries, and All Island Youth. Roser Men's Club meets on the third Tues- day of the month from October to April. Lun- cheon is served and guest speakers talk on a variety of subjects. All men of the community and guests are invited. Rev. Frank Hutchinson conducts regular seaside services. The Island Wish List of the Roser Men's Club is: A successful search for a new pastor. * Growth of All Island Youth program. * A hurricane-free 1995. Contact Roser Church, 778-0414. Manasota 88:26 years fighting for the environment M anasota 88, an environmental health organization, has spent 26 years fighting to protect the environment. Their commitment to safeguard air, land and water quality is aggressive and uncompromis- ing. They have successfully worked to reduce the millions of pounds of pollutants emitted into the air and water each year. Volunteers are unpaid and 100 percent of operating revenues are contributions received from private individuals. Manasota 88's attorney is the only person to Anna Maria Island Low Vision Group I e Anna Maria Island Low Vision Group is a support group for legally blind persons. Its goals are to support one another, learn new ideas about helping with eyesight and mobility in and out of the home, and to improve independent living. The group is also partly social in nature. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. at Island Branch Library. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Island Low Vision Group is: Drivers to take members to and from the monthly meetings. Contact: Facilitator Doris Hunter, 778-3391 AIDS Manasota AIDS Manasota is a non-profit organize tion to inform, educate, support and give people with HIV/AIDS the oppor- tunity to talk with others who are going through the same thing. The Island Wish List for AIDS Manasota is: Volunteers to answer telephones and to do routine office work. Contact: Robert Barrington or Richard Huntington at 954-6011. Age Has Its Benefits Unforgettable Servicefor over 50 years receive compensation. The Island Wish List of Manasota 88 is: For government and Chamber of Com- merce officials to recognize that environmental and economic health can go hand-in-hand. As an example, the top 12 states for environmental and public health quality also have the stron- gest economies. The voters of Manatee County should have the option to reconsider whether county- wide voting in county commission races serves the public better than the present single-mem- Manatee Community Blood Center The Manatee Community Blood Center has been providing the blood needs of Manatee County for 45 years. The center is the sole supplier of blood to Manatee Memorial and HCA/ L.W. Blake Hospitals. Because the center is an independent non-profit agency, it relies on the generous donations of the county's residents and businesses. It is dedicated to providing an adequate supply of the safest possible blood. To meet the needs of the county, 70 units of blood must be drawn daily. The Island Wish List of the Manatee Community Blood Center is: A new bloodmobile $125,000 - cash donations accepted. Color laptop computer for educa- tional presentations. 13-inch color television with VCR for donor room. Triplite Smart 600 Uninterruptable Power Source. Blood donors. Contact: Valerie Vale, 746-7195. Your Bank for Life. Barnett Bank of Manatee County, N.A. All Bamett Banks insured by FDIC ber districts. Most voters realize county inter- ests are better served when they are able to vote for all seven commissioners, not just three. Since single-member districts have been in effect county environmental laws have been weak- ened. We wish for better environmental protec- tion air and water quality, good land-use decisions, solid waste options, etc. The granting of the first two wishes will go a long way towards ensuring that this wish will become a reality. American Littoral Society The American Littoral Society is a national organization whose main purpose is to encourage the appreciation and conserva- tion of marine life in coastal waters. The society, headquartered in Sandy Hook, N.J., with re- gional chapters and affiliates, has been involved in coastal marine conservation projects from Puget Sound to the Caribbean. Locally, the South Atlantic/Gulf Coast Chapter sponsors a number of marine events open to members and the public, conducts a volunteer native plant restoration program at Palmer Point and speaks before county commis- sions, in court and to the general public on coastal issues. The Island Wish List of the American Lit- toral Society is: Support the Sarasota Bay National Estuary Program's restoration action plan. Become more environmentally conscious and active. Take responsibility through indi- vidual and joint action to improve our envi- ronment, for example, by planting native species and decreasing the use of pesticides and fertilizers. Learn about the environmental problems facing the region, state and nation and write and call elected officials at all levels to express your concerns and seek action on these problems. Contact: Dave Bulloch, 377-5459. 4101opInl fiLL TOU S4OLIDflTr WStlfS (OMf C TIfl" Island Shopping Center RESORT WEAR Holmes Beach 778-1161 REALTORS We know the Island We know real estate We know how to help ... and you benefit from our experience. 5910 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 Sales (813) 778-0777 Rentals 778-0770 Fax 778-6944 smirc Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation PAGE 7 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 U THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK JIm Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation is a seven- year-old facility located on Anna Maria Island. We are a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the care and well- being of all native wildlife. We also strive to educate in the school system, and with any group that wishes to engage us for a presenta- tion. We are working towards a goal of establishing a public facility close to the Island. The facility will house an environmental/wildlife library and a center for treating oil- spill birds and mammals. Over the years we have been the surrogate and medical staff to species such as white-tail deer, otters, woodstorks, sandhill cranes, Everglades kite, bobcats, pelicans; owls such as barn, barred, screech and great hored; hawks such as red-tail, red-shoulder, sharp- shinned, coopers and Harris; kestrels, Caracas and tons of squirrels, raccoons, ducks, gulls, loons and cormorants. The Island Wish List for Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation is: Medical supplies such as a good microscope, centrifuge, hematocrit, baby incubator, large kennels, towels, canned goat milk, bird seed, raw peanuts, pecans, CEDE (baby bird formula), csbilac, laser printer, jars of baby cereal with fruit, lumber for cages, deck- ing and a rescue vehicle. Contact: Michael D. Conley or Gail Straight, 778-6324. Anna Maria Community Youth Garden Club Chorus sound off F wounded in October of 1951, the Anna "ore than 35 children throughout the Maria Garden Club's goals are to stimu- I community in grades first through late knowledge and love of gardening, aid .L V fifth meet weekly on Wednesdays to in the protection of native trees, plants and sing under the guidance of Cliff Burgeson, the birds, and to encourage civic planting and music director for Roser Memorial Commu- conservation. nity Church. The club meets the third Wednesday of the The children, known throughout the month from October through April, at 1:30 p.m. community as the Community Youth Cho- in Fellowship Hall at Roser Memorial Commu- rus, learn and sing fun, patriotic and spiri- nity Church. tual songs for churches, and songs to per- The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria form before civic organizations. Garden Club is: The Island Wish List for the Community Donations of plants or bushes for beautifi- Youth Chorus includes: cation of the Roser Memorial Community Boxes or bags of snack foods for the Church parking lot. chorus's weekly after-school practice. Donation of plants for the club's monthly Two-gallon drink coolers. raffle and flower show in March. Contact: Cliff Burgeson, music direc- Contact: Edythe Richardson,, 778-5076. tor, 778-0414. Helping business: Anna Maria Island Chamber of Comm( The purpose of the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce is to unify the Island business community. Its job is to communicate and cooperate with local, state and federal governments which directly affect chamber members and to provide programs of a civic, social, cultural and aesthetic nature that benefit the community as a whole. The chamber also acts as an information organization for the community at large. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce is: Paper cutter. Carpenter to build divider shelves in existing wall units, and to complete a business card display. Electric, battery-operated or wall-mount manual pencil sharpener. Certificate frames, 8 1/2 x 11 inches. Manila file folders, new or old, letter size and legal size. Hanging file folders and frames, legal size. A year's supply of coffee, creamer and sugar for walk-in visitors. Contact: Darcy Migliore, chamber executive director, 778-1541. Anna Maria Artists Guild I Ie Anna Maria Artists Guild is devoted to artistic education whatever the med- .Lium- for adults and children in the Island area. The guild does this through programs at Anna Maria School, the Artists Guild Gallery in SPlease join ws for a HAQDQNGTON HOLIDAY SHOU6E r OPEN HOUSE Bed At& DEC. II w 2 TO 6 PM 5626 Giuf Drive, Holmes Beacd 778-5444 Remember, Gift Certificates for Holibay Giv Holmes Beach, the Ringling Museum and the Anna Maria Island Community Center. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Artists Guild is: SA public-address system. S Jim Mixon Insurance, Inc. 5412 Marina Dr- Island Shopping Center Holmes Beach 778-2253 MWe wish you all the blessings of the season as the joys and pleasures of Christmas are renewed. j t C- Anna Maria Island Community Orchestra and Chorus T he purpose of Anna Maria Island Com munity Orchestra and Chorus is for the advancement of musical education, appreciation and enjoyment of its members and the general public with the emphasis on music from the baroque and early classical period, though not exclusively form that era. In principle, we welcome singers and instru- mentalist who, above all, enjoy making music, who are in a position to attend our weekly rehearsal (during the October to May season), and who volunteer their services. The current participants are from various musical back- grounds, including professionals, retired profes- sionals, and may non-professionals with a good singing or playing experience. The Island Wish List for the Anna Maria Island Community Orchestra and Chorus is: More singers, particularly tenors and altos. Instrumentalists, particularly clarinets, trumpets, first violin, second violin, viola and cello. Financial supporters. Volunteers to assist as ushers, parking attendants, fund raisers, receptionists after concerts, advertising sales representatives, stage attendants, music librarians, envelope stuffers, leaflet distributors and providers of transporta- tion for instruments, chairs, flowers, etc. 70 music folders. A harpsichord. Conductor's music stand. Contact: Willem Bartelsman, 778-6517 A kiln for pottery classes. A new sign for the outside of the gallery. Volunteer instructors. Contact: Artists Guild, 5414 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach or 778-6694. EB REALTOR ) SALES ANNUAL RENTALS^i VACATION RENTALS * Lic. Real Estate Broker (813) 778-22 Serving Anna Maria Since 1939 ( 778- 2217 Gulf Drive, Bradenton Beach FAX 778-49 r 8Oo- !46 78 [j THE ISLANDER BYSTANDER WISH BOOK 0 DECEMBER 1, 1994 0 PAGE 8 WE RECOMMEND WE SPECIAL ORDER G o J0 TRU-TEST PAINT WE DELIVER The Home (Wa e Hardware HELP IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER The- ISLAND SHOPPING CENTER 5324 MARINA DR. HOLMES BEACH, L 34217 EI Tl Joan B9own PHONE: 778-2811 GENERAL MANAGER FAX: 778-6982 Adopt-A-Manatee: help the Save the Manatee Club S ave the Manatee Club, Inc., is a non-profit organization founded in 1981. Its Adopt- A-Manatee program is the primary fund- ing source for the club with proceeds dedicated to manatee awareness projects, education programs, research and rehabilitation efforts, as well as lobbying for the protection of the mana- tee and their habitat. : Save the Manatee Club is encouraged with, the work in progress to clean up Tampa Bay . a very important area for manatees. It is impor- tant to the manatee because the power plants in ; i ' the area provide a warm water source, and because seagrass beds are there. The clean-up's , progress is resulting in overall better water quality as seagrass beds make a slow recovery. This could result in an increased manatee t, population within the bay. " To help the Save the Manatee Club continue its work to protect the manatee and their habi- tat, the club's Island Wish List includes: IBM compatible computer (386 or higher) with printer (laser if possible). A copy machine Fax machine. Contact: Save the Manatee Club, Inc., 500 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL 32751, 1-800- 432-JOIN. Further information on manatees i Save the Manatee Club, Inc., is working with other agencies to clean up Tampa Bay an important 432-JOIN. Further information on manatees is habitatfor the manatee. available at the same 800#. American Red Cross, Manatee County Chapter American Red Cross volunteers provide emergency food, clothing and shelter to victims of disaster; teach health and safety courses including CPR, first aid, HIV/ AIDS education, water safety and others; trans- mit emergency communications between members of the military, veterans and their families and volunteer with other agencies, schools and hospitals in the community. As one of the larger volunteer organizations in the nation, the Red Cross is able to return more than 93 percent of every donated dollar directly to programs and services. This year, the chapter's resources have been strained by a growing demand for services and the loss of income from the cancellation of bingo games. The Island Wish List of the American Red Cross is: Financial gifts to the chapter. Items such as bed linens, towels, blankets and first aid supplies. A 386 or faster computer. Volunteers. Contact: Manatee County Chapter, 792-8686. Mote Marine Laboratory Mote Marine Laboratory is an indepen dent, non-profit research organization dedicated to outstanding marine and environmental science. Since its inception in 1955, the laboratory's primary missions have been the pursuit of excellence in scientific research and the dissemination of information to the scientific community, as well as the general public. Celebrate the season and experience the joy of giving. Add items to your Christmas Shopping List from The Islander Bystander Wish Book. BEST WISHES FOR 1995. REFRIGERATION A IR @@DDIT I@NIN@ Wishes you and your family the Merriest Christmas and the Happiest New Year EVERI CACO44365 778-9622 Holmes Beach Although internationally recognized through the scientific staff's research and publi- cations, much of the lab's efforts are directed toward the southwest Florida coastal region. Mote provides a center for the exchange of scientific information by hosting visiting inves- tigators, student interns, seminars and confer- ences. Public outreach is accomplished through the Mote Marine Aquarium, an educational mu- seum providing a first-hand, in-depth look at both marine and freshwater environments for over 200,000 visitors annually. Mote recently completed construction of the first phase of the Ann and Alfred Goldstein Marine Mammal Research and Rehabilitation Center, dedicated to the study of marine mam- mals and their care, recovery and reintroduction into the wild and sharing this knowledge with the community. The Island Wish List of Mote Marine Labo- ratory is: All kinds of boats and associated equip- ment such as trailers and motors. Filing cabinets. Office furniture. Computer equipment. Contact the lab to arrange for pick-up or delivery of equipment. Contact: Virginia Haley, 388-4441. Acupuncture / Health Care Services Wishing you a year of health, harmony and peace. Irma Nussbaum, Acupuncture Physician FREE CONSULTATION Now Accepting Appointments 778-4809 5350 Gulf Dr. N. Holmes Beach ~ bPr~e'~a s~fppIUe Happy Holiday and best wishes in 1995! A special thank you goes to all the Wish Book sponsors for making this very special holiday section possible. Please be sure to express your gratitude to them as well. The Wish Book is a holiday tradition from all of us to all of you. II|sL-ANDEI -ll I 'I "Happy Holidays" '" from our staff "Mr. B"* Al & Marie Carol Mary Jimmy McGowan Reid Frost Tony Pam 10002 Gulf Dr Anna Maria 778-9884 |