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from Anna Maria Island Sun March 23, 2022

OUTDOORS

MARCH 23, 2022 FUN IN THE SUN THE SUN 45

Across

1 *With 4-Across, researcher's wear 4 *See 1-Across 8 Nested newborns' noises 14 Be off 15 Major employer? 16 Like some quaint lamps 17 "Get it?" 18 Back 19 Old-fashioned type 20 *Briefs alternative 23 Soccer cheer 24 Lena of "Riviera" 25 Feast with poi 26 50 Cent piece, e.g. 27 Send-ups 31 Sixth sense: Abbr. 32 2021 World Series champs: Abbr. 33 Relish 35 "Garfield" dog 36 *Jewel-encrusted film noir title bird 41 Curly cabbage 42 Vocally twangy 43 Nothing 44 Pound sound 47 Buffet with guacamole and salsa 51 Chekov's early "Star Trek" rank: Abbr. 52 Give (out) sparingly 54 Musical finale 55 CPR expert 56 *Sock hop attire 60 Seize, as an opportunity 62 __ proprietor 63 Poe's "Annabel __" 64 Infuriate 65 Latin 101 verb 66 Finish 67 Checked for prints 68 With 69-Across, Iditarod front-runner ... and a hint to the answers to starred clues 69 See 68-Across

Down

1 Sappho's island home 2 Anatomical ring 3 Secession approved in a 2016 U.K. referendum 4 Three-time Grammywinning singer Vikki 5 Valuable minerals 6 Asian nurse 7 Alpine region in Italy and Austria 8 Sportscaster Bob with 29 Emmys 9 Asks (for), as a loan 10 "Evil Woman" rock gp. 11 Legendary city of gold 12 Jargon with words ending in -ay 13 Church feature 21 Strand at sea 22 Poe's __ Morgue 28 Backstabber 29 Christmas __ 30 Aptly palindromic ABBA hit 34 "The Last Jedi" villain Kylo 35 The end of time? 36 Top-level computer list 37 Elite athletes 38 Lucrative, as a contract 39 Smart-whip link 40 Europe's __ de Genève 41 Prepared for a proposal 44 Common Sunday newspaper insert 45 Supported from the bleachers, with "for" 46 Progressive spokeswoman 48 Heated to bubbling

Answers to 03-16-22 Crossword Puzzle.

49 Glandular prefix 50 Like family-friendly films 53 '50s Ford failure 57 "You snooze, you __" 58 "Frozen II" sister 59 Gardener's purchase 61 Tom Brady, before he became a Buc

46 THE SUN CLASSIFIED Call us today! 941-778-3986

MARCH 23, 2022

ANNOUNCEMENTS

BEACH YOGA ON Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays at 8:30am at the end of Pine Ave by the Sandbar Restaurant by donation. www.thriveyogafit.com

THE BEST VOLUNTEER position on the island. The AMI Historical Museum needs docents and bread makers. Call Kathy Primeau at 989-560-6381.

ROSER FOOD BANK needs donations of cash and non-perishable food, PAPER & PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS. Donations boxes are located at the Church, Moose Club, and Walgreen’s.

COMMERCIAL SALES, RENT & LEASE

HAVE YOU BEEN thinking of selling? We NEED properties to List for SALE!!! Duplexes, multi family, small resorts?

Call BIG Alan Galletto of Island Real Estate to get it

SOLD 941-232-2216

CLEANING SERVICE

THC CLEANING :

Residential, Commercial, Rentals, VRBO. Professional and Reliable. Call 941-756-4570 or 941565-3931

EMPLOYMENT

A POSITIVE IMAGE HAIR SALON is hiring 2 hair stylists for booth rental. Great working conditions, warm/ welcoming atmosphere for you and your clients. 7010 Cortez Rd West. Call Margie 941-962-2119.

The award-winning ANNA MARIA ISLAND SUN, a weekly newspaper on Florida’s Gulf Coast, is looking for a freelance reporter/photographer to cover events on this tourism-driven island. The ideal candidate will have reporting and photography experience at a community newspaper and have some experience writing for a news website. Local residents or those with previous local knowledge and willing to relocate here a plus. Resumes and cover letters may be mailed to The Anna Maria Island Sun, P.O Box 1189, Anna Maria, FL 34216, Attention: Mike Field, publisher. FISHING CHARTERS

CAPT. MAC GREGORY Fishing Charters. Full Day, Half Day, Night, Inshore & Near Shore. 941-809-5783 U.S.C.G. Certified/Insured

FOR SALE

TOURING BICYCLE: LYNSKEY, TITANIUM, 'Sportive' 21gear., custom components: Shimano, Bontrager 'Race' carbon fork FSA, ASOO flat spoke wheels: virtually new, $4200 OBO. Call David 941-778-9315

CLASSIC BRITISH SEAGULL (1988), QBSeries, Curlew, pristine, no corrosion (used once), 4hp, Original Manual, $950 OBO. Call David in Holmes Beach: 941-778-9315

CUISINART MODEL TOA-60 toaster oven/air fryer Retail $230 never used. Asking $100 Call 941-348-7150

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

TILE! TILE! TILE! All variations of tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship. Prompt, reliable, many Island references. Free estimates. Neil 941-726-3077

RENOVATION SPECALIST ALL carpentry repairs, Wash Family Construction, locally owned and operated CBC 1258250 Call 941-7250073.

KERN CONSTRUCTION NEW Homes & Remodel. Design/Build. Since 1968. License # CBC 1261150. Call Mike Kern 941-7781115

JSAN CORPORATION

Renovations Construction & Handyman Services 941-243-0995 Lic# CRC1332505 jsancorporation@gmail. com Flooring, Drywall,

Painting, Repairs, Kitchen and Bath-

rooms, Trim & Doors. Free Estimates. Credit Cards Accepted.

API’S DRYWALL REPAIR 15+ years experience. Free estimates. No job too small. Love to help you. Call 941-524-8067. HOME IMPROVEMENT Michigan General Contractor 30+ yrs. experience. Large or small projects. Budget minded knowledgeable tradesman will complete your project start to finish: On Time/On Budget. Call Mike 616-204-8822.

HOME SERVICES

CONCRETE FUSION, CRACK REPAIR sidewalks/ driveways. Why fix 95% of concrete when only 5% bad? Number 1 in concrete repair. Insured. Free estimate. Call Bobby 941-374-7670.

Decluttering and Orga-

nizing for your home or office. Packing/Unpacking & room revitalization to create comfortable and enjoyable environments. 765404-6608 Free Estimates!

LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE

R. GAROFALO’S Interlocking brick pavers, driveways, patios, pool decks. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call Rafael 941-778-4823 or Veronik 941-526-7941

ISLAND RESIDENT. TREE/ BUSH Trimming, removal. Sweeping, blowing, weeding. Weekly, bi-monthly or monthly schedule. Pressure washing. Call Bill Witaszek 941-307-9315.

SEARAY SPRINKLER SERVICES. Repairs, Additions, Drip, Timer Head Adjustments. Call Rick today Cell 720-299-1661 Office 941920-0775

SHELL DRIVEWAYS &

LANDSCAPE. Specializing in Old Florida Seashell driveways and scapes. Also Rock, Mulch, & Soil. Free estimates. Call Shark Mark 941-301-6067

LOST & FOUND

LOST PRESCRIPTION SUNGLASSES in black case between Gulf Watch and Beach House Restaurant. Please call 847-563-8365.

LOST at AMI MOOSE CLUB on Tuesday March 15 Brown wooden sunglasses with Abalone shell frame. Blue lenses. Call 941-2431444 MOVING & STORAGE

MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-809-5777.

PAINTING & WALLCOVERING

PAINT! PAINT! AND MORE 28 years of experienced interior/exterior custom painting. Pressure cleaning, drywall repairs and texture finishes. Many Island references. Please call Neil for free estimates. 941-812-0507

“WIZARD OF WALLS”

Established 1980 Prompt quality service. Paperhanging/removal Faux finishes. Interior painting. Mary Bell Winegarden 941-794-0455

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SERVICES. Prompt & Reliable. Island Resident. Quality Workmanship. Interior/Exterior. Also minor repairs & carpentry. Free written detailed estimates. Bill Witaszek 941-307-9315

DONALD PERKINS PAINTING LLC fully insured. 30 years experience. Many Island references. Call 941-705-7096

POOL SERVICES

FOUR SEASONS POOL SERVICE AND CHEMICAL SERVICES. Certified Pool Operator. 10 + Years Experience. Residential/ commercial. Chemical Service Licensed & Insured. Call Dennis Clark 941-737-5657

COLE'S TROPICAL

POOL SERVICE Call Cole Bowers for all your pool maintenance needs! Affordable and Dependable!! 941-7131893

PRESSURE WASHING & WINDOWS

AUTHORITY ONE

CLEANING : Residential, Commercial, Construction, Vacation, VRBO Rentals . Also available Pressure Washing, Roof Cleaning, Paver Sealing and Windows. Call 941565-3931. REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE

Have you been thinking of selling? We NEED properties to List for SALE!!! GULF FRONT, CANAL FRONT, BAY FRONT

CONDOS or HOMES ASK for BIG Alan Galletto of Island Real Estate to get it SOLD 941-232-2216

LOOKING FOR A highly motivated real estate broker to buy or sell your next home? Darcie Duncan, Broker Duncan Real Estate a lifelong island resident bringing success to her customers for 30 years. Proven track record brings you results! 941-725-1589

REALTOR FOR HIRE.

BUYING OR SELLING on AMI? 17 years experience & USAF Veteran. Call Kelly Gitt Keller Williams Realty today 941-799-9299.

104 29th STREET UNIT #3 Holmes Beach Fl 34217. Steps to the beach, Peak a boo views from the unit of the GULF 2 BA/1.5BA. Upstairs unit. Weekly rental great income potential. $950,000 Sharon Hightower RE/MAX Alliance Group 941-3305054

RENTALS: ANNUAL

ANNUAL RENTALS WANTED! We have well qualified tenants for beach and mainland annual rentals, Full management or Finders fee. Call today for details. Ask for Paige DUNCAN REAL ESTATE 513-3821992.

RENTALS: SEASONAL & VACATION

TIFFANY PLACE Gulf Front Condo for Rent Incredible views from living room and master bedroom. 2BR/2BA Green Real Estate Call 941-778-0455

SEASONAL RENTAL in PALMA SOLA. 3BR/2BA weekly or monthly rates. Contact Barb Grace 941201-2190 ANNA MARIA ISLAND CONDOS Large pool, beach access, free WiFi, 1&2 Bedroom $900 to $1200 per week redekercondosonami.com Tim 941-704-7525

SUMMER AT THE

BEACH Anna Maria Island. Updated 5 star Condo. Available May to November (monthly with multiple month discount) Million $ water view. First floor 2BR/2BA beautiful water view deck, walk to beach, pool, tennis. Smoke free. Email NOW rentamiwaterview@aol.com or Call 570-239-0431

VACATION RENTAL 2BR/2BA Cozy Cottage. Tastefully furnished, close to beach, tennis courts and boat ramp in Holmes Beach. Call 941-778-2919 Renting Weekly March 26 thru December 31.

TRANSPORTATION

AMI TAXI metered-on-callcards accepted. Airport: Tampa $95, Sarasota $50, Clearwater $85, Orlando $195. Call 941-447-8372 or 941-447-8376. amitaxi4u@ gmail.com, www.amitaxi. com

ANYTIME TRANSPORTATION to all Airports, Casino, etc. Tampa/St. Pete $80. Sarasota $40. Pets welcome. Very dependable. Reasonable rates. Contact Jeanne. 941-779-5095

AIRPORT RIDES- Tampa, St. Pete, Sarasota. Reasonable rates! Call or text Anna 941-932-1600