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Holmes Beach mayor’s send-off: Applause By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter “Positive, positive, positive,” were the closing words Nov. 13 by Bob Johnson when describing the future of the city at his final commission meeting as Holmes Beach mayor. Johnson finished his second term and bid farewell to city officials and staff at the meeting. He was elected to his first term as mayor in 2014 and his second in 2016. He chose not to run for a third term. Johnson first served the city as a member of the island congestion committee in 2013 and was elected later that year to serve on the charter review commission, which he chaired. The charter was updated in November 2014, with 18 amendments approved by the electorate. At the Nov. 13 meeting, city clerk Stacey Johnston highlighted some of Johnson’s accomplishments during his four years as mayor. She said Johnson built up the city’s reserves and “worked extremely hard on getting our budget and our millage rates to what the city needs.” Johnston said Johnson pushed for updates to permitting software, reconstructed the
building department with new staff, implemented the vacation rental certificate program and oversaw improvements to Grassy Point Preserve, as well as development and installation of improved stormwater infiltra-
No easy solution for coyote influx
Red tide recedes, again
By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter Inaction might be the only action when it comes to coyotes on Anna Maria Island. At least, that’s the conclusion of officials in Holmes Beach and Longboat Key for now. Holmes Beach Police Chief Bill Tokajer said in an interview Nov. 15 that as long as the coyotes do not become aggressive, no action will be taken to remove them. For now, the department will monitor reports of coyotes. Longboat Key officials met with a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission representative about removing coyotes from the town and then decided not to act because any coyotes trapped there would be killed. PLEASE SEE COYOTE, PAGE 3
By Sandy Ambrogi Islander Reporter BayCare physical therapist Terri Ador made home visits Nov. 14-15 on Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island. Later, when she arrived to a client’s home in west Bradenton, she was still coughing. “It’s the red tide over at the beach. It’s still there. It’s like I can almost smell it,” she told The Islander. But, soon after, red tide levels receded again — down to medium concentrations of Karenia brevis, the harmful algae responsible for the bloom. That bloom moved into the Anna Maria Island area Aug. 3 but has plagued the southwest Florida coastline for more than a year. Officials and scientists continue to seek resolutions for the crisis. PLEASE SEE RED TIDE, PAGE 2
tion systems and the city bike path. Additionally, Johnston listed oversight in 2017 of the development of the Waterline Marine Resort and Beach Club among Johnson’s accomplishments. “That’s one of the biggest projects that this city has seen in the last 10 years,” she said. She presented Johnson with a gift on behalf of the city staff, officials and residents — a brass clock in a wooden box engraved with the city seal. Johnson thanked the staff and commissioners for their service while he was mayor and the citizens for giving him the opportunity to serve. “That is the key,” Johnson said. “If we can listen, seek to understand, identify the issues, analyze and figure out what is the best solution for all of us, we make progress.” The gallery of about 40 people at city PLEASE SEE HB MAYOR, PAGE 2 Outgoing Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson shakes hands Nov. 13 with Commissioner Judy Titsworth, mayor when newly elected officials are sworn later this month, as Commissioners Pat Morton and Rick Hurst look on. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
HB learns costs for lake, city field improvements By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter There were no decisions by commissioners on two hefty Holmes Beach projects, but engineer Lynn Burnett is on the job — working with contractors and reporting her progress. Burnett updated commissioners on Spring Lake and city field — projects with $400,000-plus price tags — at their Nov. 13 meeting. Commissioners have vowed to fix Spring Lake, a small polluted lake between 68th and 70th streets and Holmes Boulevard and Marina Drive. Burnett prepared a chart showing a few proposals, comparing the costs between PLEASE SEE COSTS, PAGE 3
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Mayor Bob Johnson displays a brass clock in a wooden box bearing the city seal Nov. 13, a gift from the Holmes Beach staff and city officials for his four years as mayor. Commissioners Pat Morton, left, Rick Hurst, Judy Titsworth, Carol Soustek and Jim Kihm, as well as city clerk Stacey Johnston, look on at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive.
A dead ray on the shore at the Palma Sola Causeway Nov. 15 presents possible evidence of red tide. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell
shoreline. In Palma Sola Bay, a dead ray with a 2-foot wingspan was found beached Nov. 15 on the north side of the causeway. Red tide was the likely cause of death, as no injuries were visible. Capt. Scott Moore continues to fish the waters surrounding Anna Maria Island, as he has done since he
was a child. “We are moving out farther to fish. The inshore reefs are dead. The offshore reefs are OK. The Manatee River is good and up into Tampa Bay — it’s loaded with fish,” Moore said. “They didn’t have the heavy concentrations of red tide we had here along the coast. Down south of Longboat Pass it’s really bad. It’s a hard thing to predict. It might be one place and a half mile away, nothing,” Moore said. Moore said it would take time for marine life in the coastal waters to return to normal. “They talk about old Florida all the time. Red tide is old Florida. It’s been here all along, just not this bad, not this long.” Moore said. “We’re not helping.” HB MAYOR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 hall gave Johnson a standing ovation. The commissioners rose, one by one to shake Johnson’s hand and thank him. “I just think that this is a great city. I think it’s going the right way,” Johnson said. “I think it will continue to go the right way as long as we continue with the work to be done.”
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RED TIDE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 On Nov. 13, the Sarasota-based Mote Marine Laboratory announced new Red Tide Institute will be headed by Cynthia Hall to focus on studying and testing mitigation and control technologies for red tide. She will begin work Jan. 1, 2019. Currently, Mote has five research programs on red tide and Hall’s expertise has been focused on mitigating a major impact of red tide, airborne toxins that cause respiratory irritation in humans. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission measurements found medium counts of red tide Nov. 13 when it sampled water from Bean Point in Anna Maria, Cortez Beach in Bradenton Beach and Palma Sola Bay in west Bradenton. The midweek FWC report Nov. 14 showed lessening concentrations — down 25 percent in some locations — in Manatee County. However, a few spots with more than 1 million parts of red tide per liter of water remained. Fish kills were reported in Manatee County, though only scattered dead fish were observed on the
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COYOTE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 However, in Anna Maria, public works manager Dean Jones continued to research coyote removal, saying he has spoken with two trappers. Also, the FWC reached out to Anna Maria officials to offer technical assistance and regulations regarding the relocation of coyotes, according to the commission’s Southwest region public information coordinator, Melody Kilborn. Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy planned to address coyotes at the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting set for Nov. 13, but the meeting was canceled. The next BIEO meeting will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. Murphy said in an interview Nov. 15 there would be “some kind of a concerted effort” with Holmes Beach and possibly Longboat Key. He added he had not discussed the issue with Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie, but he planned to do so. Murphy said the efforts are in the fact-finding stage. According to Kilborn, removal of coyotes from an area is ineffective because coyotes quickly move in where others were removed and their litters compensate for those lost from a pack. Also, removing coyotes is a difficult task. Tranquilizers are ineffective because they do not take immediate effect. So coyotes might evade their captors before going down. According to Tokajer, snare traps are effective but inhumane and, he said, capturing coyotes in cages only works about 10 percent of the time. Captured coyotes must be euthanized or relocated, but neither action is simple. A coyote only can be relocated to 40 contiguous acres within the same county where it was captured, and there must be written permission from the landowner accepting the animal. Tokajer said killing coyotes is not viable — since the animals have done no harm. “This is their environment just as much as ours,” the chief said. “So as long as they’re not a danger to
IMPROVEMENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 returning the lake to freshwater origins or a saltwater solution, which thus far is more popular with residents. She told commissioners more data is needed about the quantity of muck and mud that will be dredged from the lake bed, as well as determinations on Manatee County’s contribution to the project. According to Burnett, the dredge production will be shipped to a landfill, but the location has not been determined. “This is just a snapshot of where we are,” Burnett said about her report, showing a $396,500 for the freshwater remediation and $443,539 for the saltwater alternative, including dredging, sampling and equipment. Recurring annual costs were $4,493 for the freshwater system and $4,044 for the saltwater solution. “The money is in the dredge,” she said. Unknown costs include insurance rates, as well as damage from surges and king tides, the report stated. Burnett also reported on amenities planned for city field —including the makeover of Birdie Tebbetts Field — $210,000 in this year’s budget and $275,000 in the 2019-20 budget. She reported work is ongoing for the new splash park and the skate park, she said. A coyote makes its way onto Gulf Drive from 71st Commissioner Rick Hurst said he knows residents Street in Holmes Beach in September. Islander File who want to help pay for the splash park and playPhoto: Toni Lyon ground equipment and requested “rough costs.” Burnett said the playground equipment is not too people, I don’t know that there’s any action to take at expensive, but the splash park, at 3,500 square feet, this time and, speaking to FWC, they have the same would cost about $185,000. feeling.” While Holmes Beach and Longboat Key officials options. have made their decision on the matter and shared their People can reduce the potential for problems with information with Anna Maria officials, Murphy said wildlife by removing food sources, such as garbage he wants more research. and pet food, from around their homes. “That was their decision,” he said. “I don’t know People who encounter a coyote should wave their where we are yet because we’re not finished studying arms and make loud noises to scare off the animals if it. It’s kind of premature at this point to say where they come close, according to the FWC. we’re going to go until I can get all the facts in and Cats should be kept indoors and owners should have a discussion with the commission.” walk dogs on a short leash and avoid areas with heavy Murphy said he is still exploring the city’s ground foliage.
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Commissioner deposed in Bradenton Beach sunshine suit By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law is being dissected in Bradenton Beach. Following multiple scheduling delays, Bradenton Beach Commissioner Randy White was deposed Nov. 14 in a lawsuit the city joined with ex-Mayor Jack Clarke against six former city board members for allegedly violating the Sunshine Law. White is not a defendant in the suit. He’s a witness. However, during his 2017 campaign, he expressed support for Concerned Neighbors of Bradenton Beach — the now-defunct grass-roots group that the six defendants — Reed Mapes, Tjet Martin, John Metz, Patty Shay and Bill and Rose Vincent — belonged to when they allegedly violated the Sunshine Law. Prior to the deposition, Robert Watrous, attorney for Clarke and the city, requested production of White’s email and text messages with the defendants prior to taking office and also scheduled a deposition with White. White was deposed Nov. 14 by Watrous and crossexamined by Mapes’ attorney, Jim Dye, and the attorney for Metz, Thomas Shults. Paralegal Michael Barfield also attended the deposition on behalf of the plaintiffs. Watrous began by telling White that his questions would not include any business relating to his current tenure as commissioner. As a commissioner, with the city as the plaintiff in the suit, White attends confidential shade meetings, which can include discussion on strategy for the lawsuit. Watrous asked White questions confirming the documents he provided included all forms of communication — emails and texts — that White would have shared with the defendants. He inquired about White’s relationship to CNOBB members before becoming a commissioner. White responded that he knew some of the CNOBB members, including the Vincents, but he met others during his campaign and at meetings he attended prior to
Depositions for the case will continue through the end of the year, with Metz scheduled Dec. 4 and Bill Vincent set for questioning Dec. 12. Additionally, the defendants plan to schedule depositions with city attorney Ricinda Perry, city landplanner Alan Garrett and Clarke.
Attorney Hunter Norton, left, and client Bradenton Beach Commissioner Randy White wait Nov. 14 at the court reporters office in Bradenton. Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
Barfield weighs in During the Nov. 15 Bradenton Beach meeting, Barfield gave an update to commissioners on the lawsuit. He said Judge Lon Arend of the 12th Judicial Circuit Court set a case management conference for Dec. 3 and would provide a trial date at that time, as well as the schedule for the remaining depositions. He said the goal is to get on the judge’s February 2019 docket, but Shults has vacation plans that pose a conflict. According to Barfield, the plaintiff’s counsel plans to object to Shults’ conflict on the basis that “the case needs to move forward promptly and there’s been too much delay already.”
being elected. Watrous asked White if Sunshine Law was mentioned at any of the CNOBB meetings White attended. White responded that he had heard it mentioned, and at that time had minimal knowledge of the Sunshine Law, but “from that knowledge I didn’t believe they violated anything.” Dye asked White if he had inquired whether the city would pay for the legal fees that would be incurred from his subpoena. White said that he brought the matter before the commission and made a motion for assistance with the fees, but it died for lack of a second. He said Mayor John Chappie stated at that meeting that since White was a private citizen, not a commissioner for the purposes of the deposition, the city was not responsible to foot White’s legal bill.
Attorney Robert Watrous, left, consults with paralegal Michael Barfield Nov. 14 during the deposition of Bradenton Beach Commissioner Randy White in Bradenton. Melted windows and a charred roofline are evident at the construction site for a new Shore restaurant Oct. 25, following a fire the night before at 800 Broadway St., Longboat Key. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Esformes
State report on Longboat restaurant fire pending By Sandy Ambrogi Islander Reporter The Oct. 24 blaze in the small village at the north end of Longboat Key lit up the night sky and sent plans to open a Shore restaurant up in smoke. According to the official Longboat Key Fire Rescue report, when firefighters arrived at the construction site at 800 Broadway St., they encountered “heavy fire conditions inside.” Construction was underway at the site of the former Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant, where the Shore was slated to open earlier this year. Partnership changes and permitting issues forced delays. Then came the fire. LKFR reported extensive fire damage to ceilings and wall coverings at the main entrance and throughout the one-story building. Windows were blown out and melted from the heat. Firefighters also reported finding no fire detectors and no fire extinguishing system. The report states interior ceiling coverings and wood, including interior finishes, contributed to the fire’s spread. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation by the state fire marshal. The loss to the structure was estimated at $500,000 and content loss at $50,000. Pre-incident values were listed as $4 million for the property and $100,000 for contents. At press time, there was no report from Detective Michael Douglas of the Florida Fire Marshal Division, who was on vacation until Nov. 26. Another Shore restaurant and retail store are in operation on St. Armands Circle in Sarasota. Calls from The Islander to Shore Longboat Key owner Tom Leonard were not answered.
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Manatee County Anna Maria City Nov. 27, 9 a.m., commission. Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m., special magistrate. Dec. 6, 9 a.m., commission (land use). Dec. 11, 4 p.m., planning and zoning. Dec. 18, 9 a.m., commission. Dec. 13, 6 p.m., commission. Administration building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Dec. 19, 5:30 p.m., special magistrate. Bradenton, 941-748-4501, mymanatee.org. Dec. 27, 6 p.m., commission. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 941- Of interest 708-6130, cityofannamaria.com. Nov. 22, Thanksgiving, most government offices, as well as The Islander, will be closed that day and Bradenton Beach Nov. 23. None announced. Dec. 3, 2 p.m., Island Transportation Planning Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., Organization, Anna Maria City Hall. 941-778-1005, cityofbradentonbeach.org. Dec. 10, 9 a.m., Manatee County Tourist Development Council, Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Holmes Beach Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Dec. 5, 10 a.m., parks and beautification. Dec. 17, Sarasota-Manatee Metropolitan PlanDec. 5, 6 p.m., planning. ning Organization, Holiday Inn at Sarasota-BradenDec. 11, 6 p.m., commission. ton International Airport, 8009 15th St. E., BradenHolmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, ton. 941-708-5800, holmesbeachfl.org. Dec. 25, Christmas, most government offices, as well as The Islander, will be closed that day and Dec. West Manatee Fire Rescue 24. None announced. WMFR administration building, 6417 Third Ave. Send notices to calendar@islander.org and W., Bradenton, wmfr.org. news@islander.org.
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Story of mom, son swept to sea in Anna Maria goes national By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter They’re hoping Ellen calls. Yes, that Ellen. Ellen DeGeneres. The family was fielding frequent media calls Nov. 15. Tara Myers and 7-year-old son Brennan Saletta were rescued by a West Manatee Fire Rescue boat crew Oct. 21 after a rip current swept them in their oversized inflatable swan more than a mile off Anna Maria into the Gulf of Mexico. The Islander learned about the rescue from an incident report among the Manatee County sheriff’s records and started the ball rolling with a Nov. 7 story. Since its publication in print and on the internet, Myers and her son have been thrust into the limelight. A week after appearances on “Good Morning America” and “Inside Edition” and a continuous stream of calls from reporters, producers and editors — from Tampa to Cuba, New York to London and Australia — the Bradenton mom was graciously accepting the attention with humor. Tara’s mother, Sara Myers of Bradenton, said, “If you know Tara, you know. She’s crazy and funny.” Indeed, Tara Myers had something silly to say Nov. 15: “Hee, hee, hee. Look what your news article did — we did.” Tara Myers took the experience — reporters leaving messages, camera crews showing up in her driveway and trying to schedule TV appearances between a busy work schedule and raising her son — in stride. She also hoped the media would shed more light on her rescuers. WMFR Capt. Ryan Moore, firefighter-paramedic Zach Benshoff and firefighter-EMT Josh Adkins were dispatched to Tara’s and Brennan’ rescue on a 30-foot rescue boat from Station 3 in Holmes Beach. All responding units, including WMFR’s boat and land-based personnel and equipment, were dispatched at 12:19 p.m.
Brennan Saletta, 7, and mom Tara Myers take a selfie Oct. 21 on their inflatable swan on the beach in Anna Maria, before they were swept a mile from shore and rescued. Islander Courtesy Photo By 12:38 p.m., the WMFR boat crew arrived with the their emergency lights flashing brightly — much to the relief of mother and son. Moore said first-responders were initially told the victims were about a half to three-quarters of a mile out to sea near Bean Point but, when they got there, they saw “a little speck” a mile-and-a-half due west. The current was so strong, Moore added, a diver was unable to pull the swan, mother and son, closer to the boat, so the 30-foot boat pulled up to the swan to make the rescue. Two Manatee County marine rescue units on personal watercraft also responded from Coquina Beach, Moore said. The WMFR captain commended Tara and Brennan for their composure during the experience. “She just found herself in a situation that happened so rapidly. She did the safe thing … staying calm and collected” and it was good that they stayed on the raft, he added. In the rescue’s aftermath, Tara said she’s never
been busier. Asked how her son was holding up, she laughed and said, “He’s just ridiculous.” “I don’t normally get voicemail. I never check my phone,” she said, adding “I feel bad — like I should call everyone back.” When “Good Morning America” called for an arranged a 10 p.m. interview, Tara said it was one too many interviews for Brennan that day. But Myers was intent on creating awareness that oversized inflatable rafts do not make safe beach floats and she so wanted the story to air nationally, she bribed her son to stay awake with candy. “So there he is eating candy at 10 p.m. on a school night. He’s living the dream,” she said. Both Sandy and Tara said they hope the “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” calls. That would be a thrill.
West Manatee Fire Rescue Capt. Randy Moore and firefighters Cameron Frazier, Andrew Powers and Jay Johnson pause Nov. 14 on the emergency boat that was first on the scene in the rescue of Tara Myers and her 7-year-old son Brennan Saletta after they floated away from shore on a swan raft in the Gulf of Mexico. Islander Photo: Kathy Prucnell
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Wishing for a wonderful holiday, and 2019, too I can’t help but recall Thanksgivings past — many spent with the turkey cooking and my family and friends Augie and Alaine ducking out to the beach as the bird roasted in the oven. Sandy and hot, smelling of “eau de coconut,” we reluctantly left the sun to prepare veggies and gravy and sit down to a scrumptious meal. Along with the good memories, comes the recollection of my attempt at two homemade pumpkin pies, which I mixed up from scratch in the biggest bowl in the kitchen. As I set it aside to prepare the crust, I reached up, up, up, above my head into the cabinet for the flour — and, BOOM. The 5-pound sack landed smack into the bowl of pumpkin. Kersplash! There was pumpkin pie mix sprayed across the room, on the ceiling and floor, dripping in the stovetop, inside the cabinet, and all over me. Hearing the ruckus, 3-year-old daughter Kendra stood in the doorway, too scared to enter, her eyes tearing as she asked, “What happened, Mommy?” I remember answering something like, “Surprise. We’re going to make sugar cookies for the holiday.” Fast forward about 50 years to today, and my love for cooking has waned. My focus changed long ago. I now depend on others to make the holiday delicious and, for the newspaper’s readers, happy. We all should take an extra moment during this season to give someone a smile, send a greeting, pause for a quiet hug or words of praise. In our annual Islander Wish Book, included in this issue, we present the needs of local groups that we believe deserve your special consideration. These community service organizations are dedicated to providing assistance to families and individuals, teaching and mentoring our children, helping the elderly and less fortunate — all with the goal of making Anna Maria Island a better place to live for each and every one of us. We’ve included a list of their wishes and ask that you, please, take a moment to select a gift from their needs to add to your holiday shopping list. The Wish Book is The Islander’s way of saying thanks for the support we’ve received and a chance for us to give back to the community we love. We offer a special thanks to our advertisers for making the Wish Book possible. And we hope you receive the same return as we have each year from the wish book — the joy of giving. Happy Thanksgiving! — Bonner Joy
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For the workers On Oct. 26, the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce dispersed funds to many tourism industry workers whose income was negatively impacted by the lengthy harmful algal bloom in our area. The checks — written to the 380 people who applied for assistance — totaled $19,100 and the funds were provided by generous donations from businesses and individuals, a portion of the proceeds from Bayfest and from the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce. We wish to thank everyone who volunteered to help and talk to the people who arrived to collect the checks. We also wish to thank CrossPointe Fellowship in Holmes Beach for the use of its facility and CareerSource Suncoast for being there to assist. We are humbled to have been able to provide funds to our local workers and hope it was of help in some small way. Terri Kinder, president Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce
Big Bert Harris decision I want to congratulate the city of Holmes Beach on its recent court win in a Bert Harris case. Although the newspapers reported the decision, I’m not sure the significance of it has been fully realized. This is a crucial decision for the financial and practical future of the city. In this case, which I considered to be a “throw in everything but the kitchen sink” kind of case,” the plaintiffs challenged virtually every ordinance that had been passed in the past several years that spoke to development and redevelopment in the R-2 — the weekly rental district. The city began in 2011 to address the rampant construction of large six-10 bedroom rental houses in
the R-2 that were packing in 15-30 people a week. It was felt by the community that these houses were out of character with the neighborhood and out of compliance with the city’s vision of density expressed in the city’s comprehensive plan. For reasons best expressed in the recent court decision, the court found for Holmes Beach on each and every issue — from the living-area restrictions to the occupancy requirements. This is huge, because most of the remaining Bert Harris complaints against the city have one, two or all of the issues in them. This is a great decision and may set the standard and reasoning for future Bert Harris cases in the 12th Judicial Circuit. Thanks are owed to outgoing Mayor Bob Johnson, city attorney Patty Petruff and to the commission for holding the line in the face of the frightening financial threat from Bert Harris complaints. Former Holmes Beach Commissioner Jean Peelen, Flat Rock, North Carolina
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Motel signs in Bradenton Beach near 10th-11th streets north signal vacancies on Anna Maria Island in November 1980. Islander Photo: Courtesy Manatee County Public Library Digital Collection
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Light polluting Pine Regarding the wish expressed in an article about the Pine Avenue Restoration anniversary (The Islander, Nov. 14 issue) that Anna Maria’s Pine Avenue had streetlights everywhere and a wine bar to attract evening diners: My family recently moved to the island after years of vacationing here. We remember when you could walk along Pine Avenue and see all the stars, even the Milky Way. Lack of light pollution was one of the best things about this place. Now, between Roser Memorial Community Church’s new all-night lights and the unshielded Florida Power and Light streetlighting creeping in everywhere, it’s beginning to feel completely nonresidential.
Write! The Islander welcomes your opinion letters. Submit your opinion along with name, address and a contact phone number to news@islander.org. In fact, it’s starting to feel like the cities we fled. We loved telling people to bring a flashlight — dark is dark here! We loved the small-town feel, showing our children what the sky really looks like. Now, lots of people leave their outdoor lights on all night, as though they’re living in Los Angeles or New York City. I’m sorry if shop owners want evening trade, but Pine Avenue is commercial and residential. Those of us in residence would very much appreciate less light pollution. Those of us who live on the island and frequent the shops during the worst of the red tide or when tourism drops, would like the same consideration for our own comfort and enjoyment. Judy R. Somers, Anna Maria
Some Holmes Beach residents along Flotilla Drive complained to the city commission about construction of a new baseball field, claiming baseballs hit over the fence could damage their property. The field was named for MLB baseball legend Birdie Tebbetts, who lived on the island. An effort by the Anna Maria Island Privateers to return their float to its former location near the Clark Drive/Clark Lane intersection in Holmes Beach failed when Donald Clark, trustee for the property owned by his late father, denied the request. A broken water line in Anna Maria flooded ditches along Pine Avenue and Willow Street, forcing public works director Phil Charnock to spend several hours locating the proper Manatee County official to get the water turned off. County workers located the break somewhere near Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue.
In the headlines: Nov. 19, 2008 Orange flames pierced the sky from the rippedopen roof of the duplex that was part of Haley’s Motel Nov. 16, 2008. No one was reported seriously injured in the nighttime blaze, which was declared suspicious. Sabine Musil-Buehler, 49, co-owner of Haley’s Motel in Holmes Beach, remained missing since late Nov. 4, 2008, according to friends and family. She was reported missing after her car was reported stolen in Bradenton. A judge sentenced Mark Koenigs to 40 years in prison for shooting islander Sue Normand and threatening to shoot two law enforcement officers on the beach.
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Holmes Beach’s multiuse path on hold until mid-2019 By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter On your mark, get set, wait! Pedestrians and bicyclists may have to wait more than six months before the start of construction for a multiuse path in Holmes Beach. City commissioners approved a contract for up to $508,321.09 with the Harris McBurney Co., the same contractor Manatee County used for the Force Main 11 project, to construct the first segment of a multiuse path on city streets. Outgoing Holmes Beach Mayor Bob Johnson said in an interview Nov. 15 that city engineer Lynn Burnett is working on widening the path, but progress is slow. Johnson said construction won’t begin until mid2019, despite an anticipated completion by March 31, 2019. The path will begin at the Anna Maria-Holmes Beach border — linking with the first segment of Anna Maria’s multiuse path at Archer Way and making its way south to the intersection of Marina and Key Royale drives. The project will feature an 8-foot wide path, along with a 5-foot-wide bike lane and a 4-foot stormwater filtration trench. Mayor-elect Judy Titsworth was unsure of the
Part-time Holmes BeachMaryland residents Robin and Larry Laura, front, cycle on Marina Drive Nov. 16 toward the shopping area at the Gulf Drive intersection in Holmes Beach with friends Shelly and L. “Litch” Litchfield, parttimers from Delaware. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
construction schedule for the path, but said she fully supports new paths as long as they don’t direct all bike traffic through residential neighborhoods. Titsworth also said she would like to make bike lanes safer by widening them and possibly adding new markings. More bikes on the streets can mean fewer cars.
“As long as we have dollars, I would like as many sidewalks as possible, as they work nicely with our (stormwater) filtration system and will encourage pedestrian and bike traffic in the hopeful outcome of reduced congestion,” Titsworth said. Burnett did not return text or phone messages left Nov. 16 for comment by press time.
Holmes Beach postpones VRO changes, moves for bike-share moratorium By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach mayor and commissioners had a full gamut on the agenda for their Nov. 13 meeting. The commission unanimously passed a resolution for an updated site plan, the first reading of an ordinance for a five-year capital improvement projects plan, a resolution for stormwater utility fees and authorized the mayor to execute several agreements, including a short-term rental monitoring system and license-plate-reader-system and associated software. Additionally, commissioners unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on bike-and-scooter rental and bike-share systems and opted to forgo the second reading of an ordinance amending the vacation rental certificate program in lieu of another work session on the matter.
Progress made on pier construction contract Discussions continue on a contract for the construction of a new Anna Maria City Pier platform and pilings. Mayor Dan Murphy said in an interview Nov. 14 discussions with the city’s chosen contractor, i+iconSOUTHEAST, are in the fact-finding stage and he would not estimate how long it would take before he presented a contract to city commissioners. “There’s still some variables,” Murphy said. “We’ve got to iron out logistics, but everything is very positive and good. There’s nothing contentious.” Murphy said at a Nov. 8 meeting that he hoped to bring a contract to commissioners by the end of the following week. Icon submitted the lowest-priced satisfactory bid at $3,665,330.50 in the city’s second request for proposals. The Tampa-based contractor, headed by president and CEO Les Snyder, specializes in marine construction, such as the new St. Petersburg Pier. According to Murphy, the conversations are not yet negotiations. They are discussions of terms and conditions, the mayor said. Nevertheless, he said the first pilings remain on track to be driven into the seabed by January, following mobilization and site preparation in late December. City commissioners will review and vote to approve or reject the contract when it is presented by the mayor. — Ryan Paice
Site-plan approval given A resolution approving a commercial site plan expanding Jessie’s Island Store, 5424 Marina Drive, calling for a 1,025-square-foot expansion of the existing building for retail use and equipment storage passed with a 5-0 vote of the commission. Additionally, the owner, Atco Inc. of Sarasota, agreed to improve parking and stormwater filtration on the property. At a September work session, the commission and staff reviewed the application and attached six conditions to the site plan, which were addressed with the revised plan, including increased pervious surface and stormwater infiltration.
authorizing the mayor to execute a letter of agreement between the city and Vetted Security Solutions of St. Petersburg for the purchase and installation of a license-plate-reader system and the associated software from Vigilant Solutions of Livermore, California, not to exceed $105,240. Bike-share, rental moratorium approved The city commission unanimously approved the first reading of a moratorium on the rental and use of dockless bikes and scooters, as well as docked bikeshares, in the public rights of way or other public property through June 30, 2019. The moratorium does not apply to businesses currently renting dockless vehicles or participating in bike-share programs, but prohibits expansion of the services. The city plans to hold a work session on the services during the prohibition to address docked bikeshare systems such as Mobile Muttleys, a local bikeshare system with docking stations. Mobile Muttleys has a business tax license but is not yet operational. A second hearing and vote will be required for the moratorium to be effective.
5-year capital improvement plan updated The city is required by state statute to annually update its five-year capital improvements schedule in the comprehensive plan. Included in the update are capital expenditures deemed necessary to maintain the level of service identified in the comp plan and the Manatee County School District’s school-capacity program, as adopted by the school board. Improvements include street paving, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, stormwater systems and recreation VRO changes postponed improvements. Instead of the planned final reading of an ordinance A motion to approve the ordinance modifying the for amendments to the city’s VRO, the commissioners’ comp plan to update the five-year plan passed 5-0. numerous concerns prompted lengthy discussion and concluded with a consensus to hold a work session on Stormwater fee established the proposed changes. The commission unanimously passed a resolution The proposed ordinance includes stricter citations establishing fees paid by property owners for storm- for misleading advertising, timely certification applicawater management in the city. tions, inspections, improper sign placement, renting Owners will pay $1.68 per 100 square feet of prop- without a rental certificate and renting the property for erty. an improper length of stay. This represents an increase of 93 cents over the At the Nov. 13 meeting, Commissioner Jim Kihm previous cycle. cited several concerns he had with the ordinance, The annual billing cycle will begin Jan. 1, 2019, including definitions and fees. and extend through the year in accordance with an The matter will be addressed at a work session interlocal agreement between the city and Manatee before returning to the final hearing and vote. County. The next city commission meeting will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N., to be Agreements authorized followed by a work session. The city commission unanimously approved a Bike-sharing explained motion allowing the mayor to authorize an agreement with the Manatee County Mosquito Control District A bike-sharing system is a service in which to fly over Holmes Beach at a lower altitude when bicycles are made available for shared use to indispraying for mosquitoes. viduals on a short-term basis. Bike-shares allow The city commission also approved 5-0 a motion people to borrow a bike from point “A” and return authorizing the mayor to execute a letter of agreement it to point “B.” for a short-term/vacation rental monitoring system proBike-shares have formed in cities where autovided by Host Compliance LLC of San Francisco for mobile traffic is an issue and can be operated pub$30,600. licly or privately and frequently are free, but can Additionally, a motion unanimously passed include a fee.
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Holmes Beach approves office rezone to multiuse commercial By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter As the digital era dawns, the workplace is shifting for more people from office to home. Owners of the Mike Norman Realty office, 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, said they were considering future uses of the building when they a requested a rezone, but have no set plans to change the office. The property was zoned C1-commercial, which only allows offices. The request to change the zoning designation to the higher density C2-commercial, similar to neighboring properties, was unanimously approved by the commission after a final public hearing Nov. 13. The first reading Oct. 9 passed 4-0, with Commissioner Jim Kihm absent with excuse. Members of the planning commission had debated the rezone Nov. 7, with the recommendation coming after a 3-2 vote to approve the change as consistent with the comprehensive plan. Planning Commission Chair Charles Stealey and planning Commissioner Barbara Hines addressed the city commission Nov. 13. Hines said she didn’t understand why the owners of the building want to change the zoning now if they have no plans to intensify the use. Additionally, Hines read a letter from planning Commissioner Jayne Christenson, who wrote that she is concerned with how the rezone could affect the neighboring Grassy Point Preserve. Land planner Darenda Marvin, representing owner Mike Norman and his daughters, who operate the business, said she advised her client that a physical office might not be required in the future for a
Holmes Beach mayor and commissioners held a public hearing and voted Nov. 13 to approve a rezone request for the Mike Norman Realty office, 3101 Gulf Drive, from C1-commercial to C2-commercial. Islander Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes realty business and, as the vacation rental process becomes mostly digital, they are considering future uses for the property. Marvin said, “There are no current plans to make any changes to the building,” but she has seen changes across the state with how space is used, and offices are becoming less relevant for such businesses. She said she looked at the potential uses and since C1 only allows offices, she approached city planner Bill Brisson and building official James McGuinness about rezoning the property to accommodate a bookstore, coffee shop or small gift shop. Marvin said the building could not be expanded
externally due to lot coverage and parking limits. Stealey said the rezone is consistent with the comprehensive plan and added that any changes to the use would have to go before the city in a site plan review. “Any change will certainly have a review,” Marvin said. “And it will have to meet all the land development code standards.” Commissioner Rick Hurst expressed concern that a coffee shop would severely increase the intensity, comparing it to a Starbucks Coffee location at peak hours. “Are you comfortable with that situation and don’t think that would be a complete nightmare?” Hurst asked. Brisson said the property is limited to five parking spaces and reiterated there would be a site-plan review, which could be denied. City attorney Patricia Petruff said the LDC does not restrict an owner’s right to request a zoning change because they haven’t determined the future use. “We can’t say you can’t rezone the property unless you tell us exactly what you want to do,” Petruff said. “If the request is found consistent with your comprehensive plan, then it should be approved.” Commission Chair Judy Titsworth agreed that the rezone request meets comp plan criteria. “I see C2 as a viable request and I support it wholeheartedly,” Titsworth said. The motion to approve after the final public hearing for the rezone passed unanimously. The next city commission meeting will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, at city hall, 5801 Marina Drive, to be followed by a work session.
Bradenton Beach approves permit for extended bayfront dock By ChrisAnn Silver Esformes Islander Reporter A new dock will soon be added to the array of piers extending into Sarasota Bay in Bradenton Beach. At a public hearing Nov. 15, the Bradenton Beach mayor and commissioners unanimously voted to approve a special-use permit for a 120-foot-long dock, including a boatlift, for a quadplex at 110 Fifth St. S. Attorney Patricia Petruff, who also serves as the city attorney for Holmes Beach, represented the applicants, owners George and Wendy Kokolis. They requested an easement for a noncommercial dock on Sarasota Bay, a special-use permit for a dock exceeding 65 feet in length from the mean high-water line and a special-use permit for a dock in the recreation zone. Additionally, the owners requested a reduction to the south setback for the dock and lift to 10 feet from the adjacent riparian rights owner, the city of Bradenton Beach. Petruff said the extended length of the dock is consistent with the surrounding docks and is required to safely navigate a boat. The mayor and commissioners unanimously
Docks of varying lengths, including some with boatlifts, extend into Sarasota Bay from the residential properties that line Sarasota Bay on Bay Drive South in Bradenton Beach. Islander File Photo: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
approved a series of four motions for the dock, which will provide access to navigable waters in Sarasota Bay for residents of the property — a four-unit building of annual rentals. The approval included a stipulation that the dock only be used by the property owner or the person leasing a unit, and a commercial charter boat would be
Turtle Watch celebrates kid’s art to protect dunes Bradenton Beach Mayor John Chappie, left, Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch volunteer Dee Kribs, AMITW executive director Suzi Fox, along with Anna Maria Elementary volunteer Christine Callahan, media specialist Lynn McDonough and teacher Mary Miller, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program representative Darcy Young and AME fifth-graders celebrate Nov. 15 during a reception at Waterline Marina Resort and Beach Club. The party honored students for contributing artwork that will be placed on signs to protect dunes along county beaches. Islander Photos: ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
prohibited from serving customers on the property. The P&Z determined in September the Kokolis’ proposed dock and boatlift were consistent with the LDC and comprehensive plan, and recommended approval of the application.
BB builds Waves, amends P&Z membership Bradenton Beach is shoring up membership in its volunteer boards. At a Nov. 15 commission meeting, the mayor and commissioners unanimously voted to appoint full-time resident Cathy King to the Scenic Waves Partnership Committee. Commissioner Marilyn Maro, liaison to the Waves committee, made the motion to appoint King. Additionally, the commission voted 5-0 for the first reading of an ordinance amending the land development code to reduce planning and zoning board membership from seven to five people, with a quorum of three members instead of four. City planner Alan Garrett said the P&Z has trouble meeting its quorum, which delays public hearings for applications. A board with five people requires three for a quorum. The final reading and vote are planned for the next city commission meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, at city hall, 107 Gulf Drive N. — ChrisAnn Silver Esformes
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Anna Maria Island readies holiday events Is that the sound of sleigh bells ringing? Planning is underway for holiday walks, an annual Christmas parade and other island traditions. The festivities will begin before sunset Friday, Nov. 23, with the Bridge Street Merchants’ lighting of a Christmas tree on Bridge Street. The seasonal celebrating will continue Saturday, Dec. 1, with the Lester Family Fun Day at the Center of Anna Maria Island. Hours will be 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at the center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. An announcement promised delicious food, great prizes, pony rides, balloons, face-painting, crafts, games, a bounce house, entertainment and Santa’s arrival at noon. Also on the holiday calendar: • 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, REAL Women of CrossPointe Fellowship’s annual Christmas Brunch at the church fellowship hall, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. • 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, Roser Memorial Community Church Bethlehem Walk and community celebration, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The walk, with Jesus and Mary and costumed celebrants, goes through the Roser neighborhood, then returns to the church to celebrate the birth of Jesus. After, people will gather in the church fellowship hall for refreshments. • 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, the tree-lighting at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce office, 5313 Gulf Drive N., and a holiday walk set for 5-8 p.m. in downtown Holmes Beach. An announcement from the chamber said CrossPointe Fellowship’s band will provide holiday entertainment for the open house and tree-lighting. Also, the chamber will serve coffee, cider, cookies and other treats. Local businesses will open their doors to offer specials, Christmas cheer and more. • 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, Holly Berry Bazaar at the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Organizers will be serving lunch and snacks, holding raffles for gift baskets and selling homemade chicken pot pies, baked goods, sweet pickles, crafts, jewelry, Christmas decorations, household items and other goods. • 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade, which will run from Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. • 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, Privateers Christmas party with Santa at Coquina Beach, with presents and lunch for children — and lunch for adults for a donation. • 5:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, Maritime by Candlelight, held at the Florida Maritime Museum and sponsored by The Islander. The event will include an evening of educational activities, food, live music and more at the museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. • 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, AMI Centre Shops Holiday Open House in the 5200 block of E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach, featuring Santa Claus, Anna Maria Island Privateers, prize drawings, entertainment by the Manatee High School drumline, holiday treats, and a “snowstorm” and specials at plaza businesses.
Center sets date for Lester Family Fun Day Looking for old-fashioned fun in old-Florida? This is what the Center of Anna Maria Island promises with Lester Family Fun Day, set for 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Chuck and Joey Lester of Holmes Beach, who sponsor the celebration, will welcome Santa Claus, who will arrive at noon and listen to wishes from children. An announcement from the center promised “a lineup of fun activities and performances along with delicious food and great prizes.” Specifically, Lester Family Fun Day will feature pony rides, face-painting, crafts, games and a bounce house. The menu includes Duffy’s burgers and hot dogs and Tyler’s ice cream sandwiches. Adults can buy chances to win a TV or a turkey, as well as enter a 50/50 raffle. Also, the center will sell poinsettias. The center is at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. For more information, call the center at 941778-1908. • 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, Anna Maria Holiday of Treasures walk. Businesses on Pine Avenue and Gulf Drive, as well as the Anna Maria Island Historical Society, will serve treats, host musical performances and offer specials. • Starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, Bridge Street Merchants Holiday Open House, with local businesses serving food and beverages, hosting entertainment, offering specials and welcoming Santa. During the Bridge Street celebration, a lighted boat parade will take place in Sarasota Bay and the Anna Maria Island Privateers will hold their Christmas party at the Drift In. • 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, the Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra performs “An Island Christmas” concert at CrossPointe Fellowship, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
Celebrate and donate at The Islander For your convenience, The Islander is collecting donations for the organizations with listings in our Wish Book. A good time to drop by with donations will be 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, when we join the other offices, shops and restaurants in the Anna Maria Island Centre in Holmes Beach for a holiday celebration. The Islander will host pirates and Santa, providing an opportunity to drop off a Wish Book gift and update St. Nick on your “good” status. And, please, with your donations, include a tag listing the organizations to receive your gifts. The Islander is at 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach.
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Shore Thing Weddings Dawn Degenhardt, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Aid for Kids, accepts a check Nov. 13 from Roser Guild Charitable social treasurer Margo Kingsley during a meeting at Roser MemoFollowing a luncheon Nov. 13 at Roser rial Community Church in Anna Maria. Memorial Community Church, the women Roser plans community of the Roser Guild and their guests enjoy a program by Dawn Degenhardt, founder Thanksgiving and executive director of the nonprofit Aid There will be roasted turkey with all the trimmings for Kids. Degenhardt talked about raising and traditional desserts served at Roser Memorial nine adopted children and Thanksgiving. Community Church’s “Genuine Community ThanksIslander Courtesy Photos giving.” The church asked that those who made reservaThe public is invited to the meal, which will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 22, in the church fellowship tions but then find they have other plans, cancel so others can attend. hall, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Volunteers roast 13 turkeys and bake 10 apple, 10 The event is for anyone who seeks a place to share pumpkin and 10 pecan pies, which they bring them to a meal in the presence of family and friends, states a news release from Roser. “From patrons of the Roser the Roser kitchen on Thanksgiving morning. Volunteers also prepare the food and set up on Food Pantry to millionaire Anna Maria Island residents, from families vacationing on the island to lonely Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Earlier on Thanksgiving Day, at 11 a.m., Roser widows and widowers, everyone is welcome.” There is no charge for the meal served to diners will hold a service in the chapel, where island pioneers seated at tables decorated with linen clothes, silver and worshiped more than 100 years ago on Thanksgiving. china. For more information, go to www.roserchurch. Reservations were requested by Nov. 18 due to com, call 941-778-0414. limited seating.
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Feb. 22, 2019, U.S. Coast Guard exhibit at Florida Maritime quistador Parkway, Bradenton. Fee applies. Info: 941-778-0414. Museum, Cortez. LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI March 31, 2019, AMICCO’s “Diva Wars” concert, Bradenton. ONGOING ON AMI Dec. 8, Marauders Holiday Dash and Drive, Bradenton. KIDS & FAMILY Dec. 15, Bradenton Circle Christmas Bird Count, Bradenton. Nov. 23-25, Welsh Players perform “Bullshot Crummond,” ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND CLUBS & Island Players theater, 10009 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Fee applies. Information: 941-778-5755. COMMUNITY Tuesday, Nov. 27 Throughout November, “Our Feathered Friends,” Artists’ Guild 10 a.m. — Preschool Storytime, Island Library, 5701 Marina ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778- Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. 6694. Saturday, Nov. 24 LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI Throughout November, “Impressions” 8:30 a.m. — Kiwanis Club meeting by Charlotte Sorsen, Island gallery West, Dec. 1, Center of Anna Maria and program, with speaker Bob Ical of 5368 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. InformaIsland’s Lester Family Fun Day, Our Daily Bread, Anna Maria Island Beach tion: 941-778-6648. Anna Maria. Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Through Jan. 5, “Fresh and Locally Dec. 8, Anna Maria Island PriDrive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941Sourced” and “For the Love of Mangroves,” the Studio at Gulf and vateers Christmas Parade, island778-1383. Pine, 10101 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-1906. wide. Wednesday, Nov. 28 Dec. 14, Anna Maria Center Shops Christmas celebration, LOOKING AHEAD ON AMI Noon — Adult coloring club, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. Dec. 9, AMICCO “An Island Christmas” concert, Holmes Dec. 15, Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Drift-In Christmas, BraONGOING ON AMI Beach. denton Beach. Jan. 7-Feb. 9, 2019, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island fine art Second and fourth Wednesdays, ONGOING OFF AMI exhibition, “The Space Between,” Anna Maria. 11 a.m., Just Older Youth/JOY Brown Feb. 12, 2019, AMICCO’s Jazz Fest, Anna Maria. First Saturdays, Bag Lunch Series, Roser Memorial Family Night at the ONGOING OFF ANNA MARIA ISLAND Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Museum, South Florida Anna Maria. Information: 941-778Through Dec. 2, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art’s Museum, 201 10th St. W., 0414. “French Art from the Horvitz Collection,” 5401 Bay Shore Road, Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 941-746-4131. Thursdays, 9-11 a.m., veterans services assistance, Island Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-359-5700. Fourth Wednesdays, “Stelliferous Live” star talk, South Florida Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778Through Feb. 2, 2019, “The Greek Communities of Tarpon Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: 6341. Springs and the Bahamas,” Florida Maritime Museum, 4419 119th 941-746-4131. Third Thursdays, 11:45 a.m., Successful Women Aligning St. W., Cortez. Information: 941-708-6120. Together meets, Bridge Street Bistro, 111 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Through Feb. 3, 2019, John and Mable Ringling Museum of GAMES, SPORTS & Beach. Fee applies. Information: 941-345-5135. OUTDOORS Art’s “Watercolors from the Permanent Collection,” 5401 Bay Shore Fridays, Senior Adventures usually meets to carpool on an Road, Sarasota. Fee applies. Information: 941-359-5700. ONGOING ON ANNA MARIA ISLAND adventure or for an activity, Annie Silver Community Center, 103 Second Wednesdays, Think + Drink (science), South Florida 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 941-538-0945. Museum, 201 10th St. W., Bradenton. Fee applies. Information: Wednesdays, AMI Dragon Boat Fun and Fitness Club, time Second Fridays, 6 p.m., AMI Resident Community Connec941-746-4131. depends on tides, 417 63rd St., Holmes Beach. Information: 941- tions, Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m., Shanty 462-2626. Information: 941-778-1908. Singers, Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m., horseshoes pitched, Anna Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Kiwanis Club of Anna Maria Island break119th St. W., Cortez. Information: 941Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Information: 941-708- fast meeting, Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe, Manatee Public Beach, 708-6120. 6130. 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-1383. First Fridays, 6-9 p.m. ArtWalk in Most Fridays, 11:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. (call for times) mahjong Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Tech Help, Island Library, 5701 Marina the Village of the Arts, around 12th Street West and 12th Avenue games, Island Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa- Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-6341. West, Bradenton. Also, Saturdays after the first Fridays. Information: tion: 941-778-6341. Tuesdays through May 14, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Anna Maria Farmvillageofthearts@gmail.com. Mondays, noon, bridge, Roser Memorial Community Church, er’s Market, City Pier Park, North Bay Boulevard and Pine Avenue. Second Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., Music on the Porch, Florida Mari- 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. Information: 941-708-6130. time Museum, 4415 119th St. W., Cortez. 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Dec. 8, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation Holly Berry Market, Old Main, Bradenton. Information: 941- 621-6471. Christmas and Food Market, Holmes Beach. LOOKING AHEAD OFF AMI Dec. 14, Anna Maria Holiday of Treasures, Anna Maria. Dec. 8, Florida Maritime Museum’s Maritime by Candlelight, Jan. 12, 2019, Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Thieves Market, Cortez. Bradenton Beach. Dec. 12, Florida Maritime Museum fall lecture, Cortez. Feb. 8-9, 2019, Episcopal Church of the Annunciation White Elephant Sale, Holmes Beach. GOOD TO KNOW Feb. 9, Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Thieves Market, BradenSAVE THE DATES ton Beach. Feb. 13, 2019, Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island Sale-A-BraNov. 22, Thanksgiving Day. tion, Holmes Beach. Dec. 24, Christmas Eve. March 2, 2019, Anna Maria Island Historical Society’s Heritage Dec. 25, Christmas Day. Day Festival, Anna Maria. Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve. March 9, 2019, Anna Maria Island Privateers’ Thieves Market, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day. Bradenton Beach. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ONGOING OFF AMI
Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0414. Moonracer Animal Rescue seeks volunteers to offer foster and forever homes for rescued animals. Information: 941-345-2441. Anna Maria Island Historical Society museum seeks docents, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 941-778-0492.
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Looking for volunteer opportunities on or around Anna Maria Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Paradise Cafe games, music and socialIsland? These organizations are seeking help: izing, the Paradise Center, Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, The Roser Food Bank needs donations of cash and nonperishLongboat Key. Fee applies. Information: 941-383-6493. able food. The pantry is administered by Roser Memorial Community Saturdays through May, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Bradenton Farmers
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AM mayor brings Veterans Day celebration to Pine Avenue By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter Pine Avenue was lined with paradegoers Nov. 12 for the second annual Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade. Led by the Marines 4th Assault Amphibious Battalion honor guard, the parade began at Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, and marched to City Pier Park on the Tampa Bay waterfront. Marching bands from Manatee, Southeast and Lakewood high schools performed alongside cheerleaders or honor guards. Children and counselors from the Center of Anna Maria Island made an appearance, as did the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, which entered a boat, and West Manatee Fire Rescue, which drove an engine.
The Anna Maria Island Privateers brought up the rear in their float/boat, the Skullywag, showering paradegoers with red, white and blue bead necklaces. At the park, Anna Maria Mayor Dan Murphy, a veteran of the Vietnam War, led a ceremony, complete with musical performances by the Pines Park Quartet, taps and a flag ceremony. Veterans and their spouses or special others were recognized with medals. Murphy recognized elected officials in attendance, including Anna Maria Commissioners Amy Tripp, Carol Carter, Brian Seymour and Doug Copeland, and former Mayor Fran Barford. He also recognized Mayor Bob Johnson and Mayor-elect Judy Titsworth from Holmes Beach, as well as former Bradenton Beach Mayors Bill Sheron and Bob Bartelt and Manatee
The Marines 4th Assault Amphibious Battalion presents colors Nov. 12 at the head of the second annual Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade on Pine Avenue. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
People gather at City Pier Park, 101 N. Bay Blvd., for the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade ceremony Nov. 12. Islander Photo: Jack Elka
Veterans march Nov. 12 — the day set aside by governments to honor military veterans — on Pine Avenue in Anna Maria in the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
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County Commissioners Betsy Benac, Stephen Jonnson and Carol Whitmore, as well as state Rep-elect Will Robinson, R-Bradenton. Murphy was happy with the event, which he said brought more people than he could estimate. “I’ll put it this way: That park was full, and people were spilling into the streets,” the mayor said Nov. 12. Murphy said he received more compliments from happy veterans who attended the event than he had for any other city event he has overseen as mayor. However, he said city staff, who organized the event, deserved all the credit. After the parade, the Anna Maria Island Historical Society hosted an ice cream social sponsored by the Roser Food Pantry and Dips Ice Cream, at the AMIHS museum, 402 Pine Ave.
The Manatee High School cheerleaders and marching band take part Nov. 12 in the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade down Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. Islander Photo: Jack Elka
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Red tide poses threat to stone crab, mullet fisheries By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter Some years are better than others for fishers. It’s a game of chance. Red tide has long been tied to scarcity in the stone crab fishery and now there’s the upcoming mullet run to raise added concern. From the docks in Cortez, crews employed by fish processors, as well as independent fishers and crabbers, are in the midst of the winter stone crab season — baiting, checking and pulling the traps to remove the claws of legal size, a minimum 2 3/4-inch-long claw, from pincher tip to elbow. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission data show harvestable stone crab claws on an 18-year downward trend in Manatee County. Fewer landings are evident in the market. While scientists say a variety of problems contribute to the industry’s downturn — such as hurricanes, overfishing and an arch predator, the octopus — this year, the negative impact of the yearlong red tide on the southwest coast of Florida is undeniable. “The stone crab landings since 2000 are lower than the prior decade,” wrote FWC Institute researcher Ryan Gandy in a Nov. 15 email to The Islander. He also noted a similar decline in invertebrate fisheries across the Gulf “due to large-scale changes in environmental conditions and weather patterns.” “For the past two stone crab seasons from Naples to Pinellas County have been heavily impacted by red tide and hurricanes,” Gandy added. Harmful algal blooms — locally, the presence of red tide or Karenia brevis — are challenges to the mullet fishery as well.
Paul Moore pours stone crabs into the vat to cook Oct. 16 at Cortez Bait & Seafood in Cortez. Moore captains a boat for John Banyas, who owns the fish house, a retail market at 12110 Cortez Road W. and the Swordfish Grill, 4628 119th St. W. Islander Photos: Kathy Prucnell Mullet versus Karenia brevis With the approaching annual mullet run — typically between Thanksgiving and February — the fishers fear a down year due to the toxic red tide bloom. Mullet is visibly teeming inshore, in bays, rivers and canals, preparing to spawn. When ready, they bolt into the Gulf of Mexico up to 10 miles offshore. The commercial fishers watch and wait for the mullet to run — hoping for boatfuls of female mullet carrying red roe, fetching prices of $1.30 per pound in !2017, compared to the 20 cents a pound for the male !mullet. ! But large quantities of mullet died because of red ! tide in waters around Anna Maria Island in August and !
Stone crabs, red tide update Mote Marine Laboratory stone crab researcher Phil Gravinese has undertaken a series of studies designed to add to the body of knowledge in the field. In one study, he looked at the impact of red tide on the swimming behavior of stone crab larvae. Another monitored adult stone crabs off the Mote docks that jut into Sarasota Bay to determine whether red tide impacts only the crab’s viscera — the gut tract — or, whether the brevetoxin spreads to muscle, including the claws, the edible parts of the stone crab. A third study examined the impact of stone crabs that subside on a red tide tainted diet. Gravinese found the larvae became disoriented and died in high levels of red tide — 100,000 to 1 million per liter of water concentrations — but that 60 percent survived red tide at moderate levels. | Islander 3.25” xstudy, 3” he said his findPreviewingAd the published ings support his article’s argument that the effects of red tide will be lessened if there is a corresponding reduction of land-based nutrient runoffs that are known to exacerbate harmful algal blooms. ! Results from the field study in Sarasota Bay are ! preliminary, he added, awaiting for a comparison in non-red tide conditions. Gravinese, however, noted fewer instances of stone crab mortality due to red tide in areas of tidal flushing. He also said preliminary results from the clam diet comparisons confirm red tide is not entering the muscle, but added the red tide could be having “sublethal” impacts, such as flu symptoms, effects.
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By Lisa Neff
Howling for coyotes The coyote trotting across the Kingfish Boat Ramp parking lot at dawn is not going to attack you as you pack your boat for a day on the water. The coyote running through island yards at dusk is not going to bite you as you sit poolside, swatting at mosquitoes and catching up on your moves on Words With Friends. Here’s what the Humane Society of the United States says about coyote attacks on people: Neff • They are very rare, even where coyotes are found in large numbers. • More people are killed by errant golf balls and flying Champagne corks each year than are bitten by coyotes. Coyotes are generally nocturnal and seldom seen, even those living in urban and suburban landscapes — or inhabited islands in paradise. You may glimpse a coyote as it moves through its
Did you know Coyotes create territories out of a patchwork of parks and other green spaces, according top the Urban Coyote Initiative. More from the UCI: Coyotes prefer forested areas and large parks where they can steer clear of humans, but when that’s not available, they figure out how to make due. Coyotes do their best to hide their dens and will often have multiple dens and multiple entrances to a den to help conceal their activity. Dens are usually tucked away in shrubbery or the wooded patches of parks, washes, golf courses and similar spaces. It’s common to see a single coyote traveling on its own, but that doesn’t mean it exists alone.
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territory, but a sighting, even in daylight, doesn’t mean the animal is aggressive or sick. A coyote is more likely to run from you than you are to run from a coyote and, if the coyote isn’t scared off, the animal has likely enjoyed and become accustomed to handouts from a side door, pet food left on the patio or uncovered garbage. This past year, there’s been an uptick in the number of coyote sightings on Anna Maria Island. I’ve heard people refer to coyotes stalking, prowling, hunting and lurking in their neighborhoods like criminals. I’ve heard people refer to lost coyotes, as if the animals didn’t know the island was off-limits to them. And now I’ve read news stories about Anna Maria officials considering coyote removal — an obvious euphemism — in response to citizen pleas. Why the ruckus? If you are fortunate enough to glimpse a coyote, why not pause to appreciate the seldom-seen wild animal? If you fear a coyote might harm your pets, why not keep the dog on a leash and the cat indoors? These are good practices — if not laws — in most communities. If you worry a coyote will dig into sea turtle nests, how do you really justify exterminating one wild animal to possibly protect another? If you truly are concerned a coyote might harm you, why not reduce the risk of encounters by removing any food sources outdoors and learn hazing techniques? You might clap your hands or use a bell or whistle, even rattle a pot and spoon, to scare away a coyote, but do not turn your back and run. And the simplest way to haze a coyote involves being loud and large, according to Humane Society
Kathy Doddridge photographed a coyote at Leffis Key in Bradenton Beach. Island sightings of wild canines have increased this year in preserve settings, as well as in neighborhoods. Islander Photo: Kathy Doddridge
guidelines: • Stand tall. • Wave your arms. Clap your hands. • Yell, “Coyote, go away!” If a coyote has not been hazed before, the animal may not immediately run. So, the recommendation is to walk toward the coyote and increase the intensity of the hazing. Usually two hazings will send a coyote away for good, according to the HSUS. One of the reasons we live here is because of the natural surroundings — or at least that’s what we claim. I believe this compels us to coexist with wildlife. Coyotes, the victims of maligning stereotypes and fallacies, have been poisoned, trapped, aerial gunned and killed — an estimated half a million coyotes are slaughtered every year in the United States — that’s one per minute. How about on Anna Maria Island we agree to let them be? A coyote makes its way through Leffis Key at Next week: What’s involved in “removing” a Coquina Bayside Park in Bradenton Beach. Islander coyote and why such actions are ineffective and, more Photo: Kathy Doddridge importantly, inhumane.
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Andy DeVries holds a photo of him walking Sarah Scholl Silvernail down the aisle during her wedding after he survived an accident. Scholl Silvernail cared for him in the hospital. Islander Photo: Courtesy Rex Larsen/The Grand Rapids Press
JOY to hear about an angel Andy DeVries’ leg was black. With a pen, he drew a line on the leg that would be amputated and signed it. When he woke up, he looked at his feet and saw 10 toes. According to a news release to The Islander, Andy DeVries, who had suffered serious injury in a motorcycle accident, also saw an angel dressed in white and found himself surrounded by flowers. In the midst of the flowers, he says, was a box of golf balls. He spends winters on the island and will be the featured speaker at the Just Older Youth/JOY club at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The program and a brown-bag lunch will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28. DeVries is a coach, businessman, professor and author, as well as a family man — “a better one since he experienced more than one miracle in his life,” according to the release. The public is invited to join JOY as “he tells the story of his angel and the golf balls that gave him hope. How he walked an angel down the aisle. Find out how it is possible that he has two legs and can walk, swim, play golf in the snow and sunshine today — even though he is missing a calf.” DeVries already has told his story in a book, “Common Threads: Passion, Perseverance and Praise,” and on StoryCorps in the segment “She gave him hope — he gave her away.” JOY usually meets the second and fourth Wednesdays in Roser’s Fellowship Hall. For more information, call the church office at 941-778-0414.
REAL Women plan Christmas brunch service The REAL Women of CrossPointe Fellowship will hold the annual Christmas Brunch at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. An announcement said the group invites “all ladies to attend” the celebration in the fellowship hall, 8605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, call the church office at 941-778-0719.
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Ann Senn Horne
Ann Senn Horne, 86, of Anna Maria Island, died Nov. 10. She was born Dec. 14, 1931, in Bartow, to Thelma Keller and John “Jake” Washington Senn. She graduated from Summerlin Institute in 1950 and attended Newberry College in Newberry, South Carolina. She joined Lynn D. Horne in marriage in 1957 and they had a wonderful life together. They built homes in Bartow, as well as Woodfin Mountain, North Carolina, and on Anna Maria Island. Dynamite definitely comes in Horne small packages. She loved her dogs, being surrounded by laughter and all manner of family, but she especially loved her boys. She retired from Ann S. Horne Reporting Service in Bartow in 1997 and moved full-time to Anna Maria, where she enjoyed her sunsets and cocktails the best. Her love of Anna Maria Island began in the late 1930s and is the reason for the Anna Maria Oyster Bars. She was the dearly loved matriarch of the restaurants and was the inspiration behind the national movement now known as Put Your Mother to Work Day — known to others as Mother’s Day and a day she spent handing out carnations to mothers dining at the landside restaurant. She is dearly loved and will be missed by all who
Soprano saxophonist Eirinn Abu will perform during Roser Memorial Community Church’s services Sunday, Nov. 25 — 8:30 a.m. in the chapel and 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Roser is at 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. The musician will perform selections from his “Saxy Christmas” and “HYMNS” albums. For more information, call the church at 941-778-0414. Islander Courtesy Photo had the pleasure of knowing her. She was an example to many. She and her husband taught high school seniors in Sunday school at First Baptist Church in Bartow for 25 years and cherished the relationships those years of service provided them. When she retired to Anna Maria Island, she had time to enjoy traveling, playing golf, bunco, volunteering for the Center of Anna Maria Island Tour of Homes and a wide circle of wonderful friendships. The family invites people to toast Mrs. Horne’s life by raising a glass at sunset Saturday, Nov. 24. Memorial donations may be made to the Dive Into Reading program in care of Manatee Community Foundation, PLEASE SEE OBITUARIES, NEXT PAGE
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Church services Christ Church of Longboat Key Presbyterian (USA), 6400 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Sunday service 10 a.m.. CrossPointe Fellowship, 8665 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Sunday worship 9 a.m. Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Sunday Holy Eucharist (Rite I) 8 a.m.; Sunday Holy Eucharist (Rite II) 10:30 a.m. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Saturday service 5 p.m.; Sunday service 9:30 a.m. Harvey Church, 300 Church Ave., Bradenton Beach. Sunday service 9:30 a.m. Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Sunday service 10 a.m. Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Thanksgiving worship in the chapel at 11 a.m. Sunday chapel worship 8:30 a.m.; Sunday sanctuary worship 10 a.m. St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Mass Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; weekdays 8:30 a.m. Send listings to news@islander.org. OBITUARIES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 2820 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton FL 34205 She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Lynn D. Sr.; her sons Lynn D. Horne Jr. and wife Sandy and John Curtis Horne and wife Amanda; nieces Debby and husband Bill, Kathy and husband Bubba, Stephany and husband David and Julie and husband Ed; grandchildren Nic and wife Stephanie, Jake Ann and Trey; and great-grandchildren Audrianna Ann and Trenton.
Thomas Lee Kubik Thomas Lee Kubik, 69, of Anna Maria, died Nov.
Restaurant owner puts out plea for help with Christmas The 2018 Lawton Chiles Christmas for Kids Party is upon us again and we are very excited. Thanks to the generosity of many of you, this has been a day filled with fun, laughter and good old-fashioned holiday cheer for some local underprivileged children. This will mark our 24th year and we have chosen Dec. 12, the 20th anniversary of Lawton Chiles’ passing, to celebrate with these families. We are going all-out this year and planning for more than 100 children. We will be hosting families from the Head Start program in Bradenton, as well as RCMA, a nonprofit childcare program in Palmetto. Each child will receive an outfit of clothing, a pair of shoes, an age-appropriate toy and a Publix voucher for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. The event will be held in the Sandbar wedding pavilion, where characters such as Elmo, SpongeBob and Dora will visit. There will be a Mario Brothers-themed bounce house, face painting and a crafts area where the kids will make ornaments. We will be serving a healthy lunch and, of course, the day would not be complete without a visit from Santa Claus. To assist us in our efforts, we are requesting cash donations. Your contribution helps bring so much joy to these children and families who are in need. As a thank you, we invite you to come by the restaurant and have lunch on us the day of the event. To see all the smiling faces is a blessing that we would love to share. To contribute, please, make your check payable to the Sandbar Restaurant and mail to P.O. Box 1478, Anna Maria FL 34216. Please, make a notation for the Kids Christmas Party. To volunteer, please, contact Ashley Chiles at
941-713-8707 or achiles@chilesgroup.com. We want to add a very special thank you to those who have generously given in the past and to those who will open your hearts to the kids this year. Lawton and Rhea Chiles had a vision and a heart for children and thanks to you their legacy lives on. Our family, the management and the entire staff of the Chiles Restaurant Group wish you and yours a very happy and blessed holiday season. Ed and Tina Chiles, Anna Maria
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His parents were Milton and Sally. Mr. Kubik was remembered by former Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce president Mary Ann Brockman as a thoughtful business member who served in 2001 as chairman during his tenure on the chamber board. He also was known as a generous person who helped others raise funds to fight cancer. A service is being planned in January. The family thanked CurePSP and Tidewell Hospice for support. Memorial donations may be made to CurePSP.org. Mr. Kubik is survived by his wife of 17 years, Carol Matyi Dooms; brother Craig; sisters Laurie Kubik Meagle, Susan and Claire Kubik Hickman; and several nephews and nieces.
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Anna Maria Oct. 27, Rod & Reel Pier, 875 N. Shore, aggravated battery. Four men approached a man who was fishing with friends. After a verbal exchange, the men left, then returned and an altercation took place with the angler. The victim was struck with brass knuckles and suffered a laceration to the right ear. The suspects fled in a red SUV. Affidavits were taken at the scene. Nov. 11, Two Scoops Ice Cream Parlor and Coffee Cafe, 100 S. Bay Blvd., theft. A visitor from Czechoslovakia left her bag at the ice cream shop. When she returned several hours later to retrieve it, the bag was gone. Anna Maria is policed by the MCSO. Bradenton Beach Nov. 6, 100 block of Sixth Street South, vehicle burglary. A contractor reported six nail guns and two saws stolen from a work trailer, which he had left padlocked at a job site. When he returned three weeks later, he found the lock removed and tools gone. Nov. 10, 400 block of Gulf Drive North, trespassing. A woman reported someone removed and destroyed window screens in three units, and that a person gained entry to one unit and spent a night inside. Bradenton Beach is policed by BBPD. Holmes Beach Nov. 8, 6800 block of Palm Drive, battery. A woman reported being slapped three times by a man she had been dating. The man left the area before police arrived. He later returned and was arrested at the woman’s house for battery and transported to Manatee County jail. Nov. 11, 600 block of Manatee Avenue, alcohol. An officer advised two men who were drinking beer while waiting at the trolley stop that they were breaking the law. The men emptied the beers and were issued citations.
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Nov. 12, 3200 block of Sixth Avenue, death investigation. Police were called to a residence where it appeared a man was sleeping in the side yard. Officers determined the man was dead and the medical examiner was called. It was later determined the man was homeless. Nov. 12, Publix Super Market, 3900 E. Bay Blvd., found property. A manager at the store reported two wheelchairs marked “Epcot” were found in the parking lot. Officers took custody with the intent to contact Walt Disney World in Orlando. Nov. 14, 6800 block of Palm Drive, domestic disturbance. A man called 911 after his two relatives got into a verbal altercation about a medical situation. The parties agreed to calm down and police left. Holmes Beach is policed by HBPD. Streetlife is based on incident reports and narratives from the BBPD, HBPD and MCSO.
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HBPD grows into Movember Let it grow, bro. The Holmes Beach Police Department is committed to changing the face of men’s health by supporting the Movember Foundation’s annual campaign. The Movember movement encourages people to sign up at Movember.com, grow a moustache and commit to walking or running 60 miles. The campaign, which takes place every November, is about raising awareness and funds to deal with prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Since 2003, the support of more than 5 million people has funded more than 1,200 projects in more than 20 countries. Holmes Beach’s participation is being encouraged by Sgt. Brian Copeman, who initiated the HBPD “no shave” effort and is encouraging men in the department to grow mustaches and beards this month. To join HBPD’s campaign, go online to https:// mobro.co/holmesbeachpolice?mc=1 and make a donation and take and send a selfie to Copeman at copemanb@holmes beach.org. For more information about the campaign, go online to movember.com.
Wildlife rescuer now Bradenton Beach’s newest cop By Kathy Prucnell Islander Reporter Devon Straight’s path was straight into law enforcement. He grew up rescuing wildlife on Anna Maria Island. Straight has now pledged himself to Bradenton Beach as the newest officer on a force of 10 full-time police officers in the beach town of about 1,200 residents. Beginning at age 3, Devon Straight helped grandparents Ed and Gail Straight with their Bradenton Beach-based nonprofit Wildlife Inc., caring for rescued seabirds, birds of prey, bobcats, deer, reptiles, turtles and other wildlife. He continued to work at Wildlife Inc. after graduating from Bayshore High School in 2017 and while attending the Florida Law Enforcement Academy at Manatee Technical College, where he graduated in the top of his class in June. “I’ve had a chance to respond to wildlife calls from people in Bradenton Beach and now I’ll be able to respond to their calls — and use my talents there,” the
19-year-old said about his new job in law enforcement — one he’s wanted “for as long as I can remember.” Some of his earliest memories, he said, involve admiring his grandfather Ed Straight, a three-term Bradenton Beach commissioner who retired due to term limits in 2016, and served the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office as a reserve deputy for 27 years. The two watched “COPS” together. Straight credited his grandson’s experience with helping animals in distress to leading him on a path to help others. And one compliment led to another. “You’re my inspiration,” Devon Straight told his grandfather after he was sworn for duty.
Bradenton Beach Police Chief Sam Speciale, right, congratulates newly sworn Officer Devon Straight Nov. 15 at city hall. Islander Photos: Kathy Prucnell
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Gathering Nov. 15 with Bradenton Beach Police Officer Devon Straight, right rear, at his swearing-in are father Scott Straight, left rear, and grandfather Mike Conley, far right in the back row, his father’s girlfriend, Sabina Gdowski, front left, and grandparents Gail and Ed Straight, founders of Wildlife Inc.
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AMI chamber, Rotary honor outstanding locals The Neptune Room at the Seafood Shack Marina Bar and Grill in Cortez was a who’s who of island business Nov. 16 at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce gala. The chamber announced business awards, as did the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island, tapping Anna Maria Oyster Bar restaurant-owner John Horne as its business person of 2018. The club cited Horne’s community service in PACE Center for Girls and establishment of the Dive Into Reading program. Horne fought back tears as he acknowledged his father in the audience, wife Amanda, and the recent loss of his mother, Ann. The Rotary Club then took a second turn at the podium, receiving the chamber’s non-profit business of the year award. Judy Rupp, who accepted the award with Rotary co-president Dennis Schuermann said, “It’s probably the first time any of you have ever seen me speechless.” Scott’s Deli in Holmes Beach, cooked up a win for small business of the year. The deli, known for stacked sandwiches, is a family venture for Trudy Mason, son Scott and daughter-in-law Jamie. Shane Catts of Happy Paddler Kayak Tours and Eco Ventures accepted the plaque for medium-size business. The company, based on Longboat Key, launches from Bayfront Park and other Anna Maria Island locations. Duncan Real Estate of Anna Maria pulled in the win in the large business category for business members with more than 15 employees. Darcie Duncan launched the company in 2001. More than 100 guests enjoyed dinner from the Seafood Shack, dessert from Cupcake Delights and music by John Rinell.
CLOCKWISE: An emotional John Horne accepts the award for the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island Business Person of 2018 at the Nov. 16 Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce gala. Shane Catts, right, of the Happy Paddler Kayak Tours and Eco Ventures of Longboat Key, beams as Nikita Fosmore of Salon Salon, last year’s winner, presents his plaque. Judy Rupp, left, co-president of the Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island with Dennis Schuermann, accepts the non-profit business-of-the-year award from the island chamber. FAR LEFT: Jamie Mason of Scott’s Deli in Holmes Beach speaks about the deli’s small business honor alongside husband Scott Mason. LEFT: Darcie Duncan of Duncan Real Estate in Anna Maria, discusses how mentors helped her succeed and win the chamber 15-and-over employees large business award.
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WMFR extends negotiations to sell administration building By Ryan Paice Islander Reporter West Manatee Fire Rescue commissioners will be ensconced in their district administration building for at least a few more months. WMFR has a contract to sell its administrative building, 6417 Third Ave. W., Bradenton, to Oasis Middle School for $1,675,000, but the process for Oasis to attain a special-use permit from Manatee County puts the closing date out of reach. The protracted process includes: A county hearing on allowing Oasis to develop a charter school once it purchases the property will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the WMFR adminBy Ryan Paice, ryan@islander.org
istration building. A final decision is expected from a special magistrate at a hearing Wednesday, Dec. 19, at the county building, 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. The due diligence period for Oasis is set to expire Dec. 4, after which it has 30 days to close the deal. Oasis attorney Paul Blucher contacted WMFR Chief Tom Sousa to request an extension, since learning delays will prevent open the school for the 2019 spring semester. The attorney also asked for contingencies allowing Oasis to withdraw the purchase without loss if the county denies the special-use permit. At the district fire commission meeting Nov. 13, Sousa recommended commissioners extend the closing deadline to June 1, 2019, but raise the security deposit from $30,000 to $100,000 — giving Oasis 30 days to pay the deposit or the contract would be dissolved.
Sousa said the offer was presented to Oasis, but he had not received a response. Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve the extension, but amended it to state it would be the final extension. In July, the commission voted to extend the financing deadline for Oasis. Commission Chair Larry Jennis said the increased deposit would demonstrate commitment and, put the blame on the county permitting process. The latest extension puts Oasis on course to open the school in August 2019. Commissioners have not decided where WMFR’s next administrative office will be located, but will consider renting, purchasing or constructing a suitable facility.
AME calendar • Through Friday, Nov. 23, Thanksgiving holiday, no school. • Monday, Dec. 10, 3:30 p.m., school advisory council meeting. • Tuesday, Dec. 18, 5-6:30 p.m., parent-teacher organization dinner in the school cafeteria. Starting at 6:30 p.m., the fifth-grade play, “Santa’s Rockin’ Christmas Eve,” will be presented in the auditorium. • Saturday, Dec. 24-Monday, Jan. 7, winter break, no school. • Thursday, Jan. 10, second-quarter report cards go home. • Saturday, Jan. 19, 8 a.m., Dolphin Dash. • Monday, Jan. 21, no school. • Tuesday, Jan. 22, 5-7 p.m., STEM Night. Anna Maria Elementary is at 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. For more information, call the school at 941-7085525.
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West Manatee Fire Rescue Chief Tom Sousa, right, hands Derek Bill certification for his promotion from full-time to first class firefighter Nov. 13 at the WMFR Board of Commissioners meeting in Bradenton. Islander Photo: Ryan Paice
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Center soccer finale: champs crowned By Kevin P. Cassidy Islander Reporter The youth soccer league at the Center of Anna Maria Island came to an end Nov. 14 with championship night and the awarding of accolades to some deserving players. The 8-10 division saw Ugly Grouper advance to the championship match on the strength of a tight, 2-1 victory over Progressive Cabinetry. However, the finals went as expected as top-seeded Planet Stone held on for a 3-2 victory. Cassidy The division MVP went to Maximus Manapat and Savannah Coba, female MVP. Defensive MVP was awarded to Jack Whiteside, while Julia Baugher captured the most improved award. Last, but not least, Cale Rudacille was named the Goalie of the Year. There were no major surprises in the 11-13 division playoffs as Wash Family Construction advanced to the title game with a 3-0 victory over Slim’s Place before dropping a 3-0 decision to No. 1 Bins Be Clean. MVPs for the 11-13 division went to Cash Carter and Angelina Albrecht. Kieran Cloutier captured the defensive MVP, Caden Quimby was named most improved and Evan Talucci was named Goalie of the Year. Congratulations to all the players, coaches and parents for another fantastic season of recreational soccer.
four matches Nov. 15 in its fifth week of action. Sato Real Estate continues to lead the pack with a 4-0-1 record, while Moss Builders stayed close with a 3-1-1 mark. Eason Builders held down third place with a 3-2 record, while Jiffy Lube and Lancaster Design were tied for fourth place with matching 2-1-2 records. The AMI Locals followed with a 1-2-2 record, as Slim’s Place and Ross Built shared last place with matching 0-4-1 marks. The action got started Nov. 15 with Moss Builders rolling to an 8-3 victory over AMI Locals. Sato showed why it’s in first place with a convincing 5-1 victory over Slim’s Place in the second match of the evening. Ross Built and Lancaster Design battled to an 8-8 tie in the night’s third match. The final match of the evening saw Jiffy Lube hand Eason Builders a 4-2 defeat. Key Royale news Golf action at Key Royale Club commenced Nov. 10 with a “Welcome Back” scramble that saw 36 participants. First place went to the team of Amy and Alan Tripp and Peggi and Herb Clauhs with a score of 22.7. Fred Miller won the closest-to-the-pin prize on the third hole, while Karen Mitchell captured the proxim-
ity title on the eighth hole. Barb Harold and Mike Morris won the straightest-drive contests. The men played their regular modified-Stableford system match Nov. 12, with Gary Alvord, Buddy Foy, Keith Offenhaver and Bill Shuman taking the team competition on a plus-7. Art McMillan captured individual honors with a score of plus-5. In a nine-hole scramble Nov. 15, Al Carr, Jon Holcomb, Larry Pippel and Tom Solosky combined on a 3-under-par 29 to grab team bragging rights for the day. Horseshoe news Horseshoe action last week at the City of Anna Maria horseshoe pits was short and sweet with both the Nov. 14 games and the Nov. 17 games producing outright winners. Action Nov. 14 saw the team of Sam Samuels and Tom Skoloda post the lone 3-0 record, while the team of Dom Livedoti and Tim Sofran did the same in the Nov. 17 games. Play gets underway at 9 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Anna Maria City Hall pits. Warmups begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by random team selection. There is no charge to play and everyone is welcome.
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Center registering for football The Center of Anna Maria Island is registering kids for this winter’s youth football season. The league is open to children ages 5-17. The cost to register is $10 for members and $126 for nonmembers. The registration deadline is Monday, Nov. 26. Teams will be drafted after evaluations, which will begin Tuesday, Nov. 27 — 6 p.m. for kids ages 8-10 years and 7 p.m. for kids ages 11-13 years old. Evaluations for kids 14-17 years old will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28. There will be no evaluations for children ages 5-7. Games will be played Tuesdays. The center also seeks coaches and sponsors. For more information, contact recreation director Will Schenerlein at will@centerami.org or 941-7781908. The center is at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria.
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AMI Paddlers race in state’s largest dragon boat fest AMI Paddlers from Paradise competed Nov. 10 in the Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival, the largest dragon boat race in the state. The festival featured 76 racing teams. AMI Paddlers from Paradise — based on Anna Maria Island — had a mixed boat — men and women — that finished fourth in the consolation division and their senior women’s boat finished fourth overall — 0.02 seconds from the bronze medal. The AMI Paddlers include Gail Trombley, Mileah Hudgins, Lynn Kravontka, Evelyn Silverthorn, Diane Goolsby, Gail McCall, Sandy Bouwer, Lori Stuckey, Marion May, Cerise Jensen, Susan Lee, Vanessa Burns,
Lauri Fern, Bill Booher, Rick Jensen, Andre Essington, Marty Hurbi, John Stuckey and coach Melinda Bradway. The festival concluded the 2018 racing season, which was the most successful to date for the team. The team will now train for its next race, in February 2019. AMI Paddlers from Paradise’s sponsors for the 2018 season included Beach Bums, Harry’s Bar and Grill, How Lucky AMI, TPM Unlimited and Pookie’s Dragons. For more information about the team, contact Melinda Bradway at 941-462-2626.
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Be thankful for excellent fishing east of Anna Maria Island By Capt. Danny Stasny Islander Reporter Although red tide lingers around the shores of Anna Maria Island, fishing to the east remains quite good. In fact, in some places, it’s excellent. Fishing the eastern shorelines of Tampa Bay and its connecting waters is providing some of the best inshore action of the year. Catch-and-release snook fishing is epic. And spotted seatrout are making a strong presence on the flats, as water temps drop. Deep grass flats with scattered potholes are holding schools of the ever-popular inshore Stasny fish. As for catch-and-release redfish, I’m seeing some, but not as many as I would like. Other action inshore includes mangrove snapper, which can be found on just about any structure in Tampa Bay. Also, jack crevalle, ladyfish and bluefish are making a showing, especially around schools of baitfish. For those braving a trip offshore, fishing is proving to be rewarding. Both Capts. Jason Stock and David White are balancing the chance of encountering patches of red tide on trips offshore against the rewards. Both are reaping the benefits of the risk with rewards for client anglers — catches of blackfin tuna, amberjack and snapper and an early showing of kingfish. On my Southernaire charters. I’m doing quite well with catch-and-release snook, seeing morning sessions of 30-40 snook on the hook. I’m finding a few catch-and-release redfish mixed in with the snook bite, although most reds are 16-18
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A bloom of the Florida red tide organism persisted the week ending Nov. 18. In southwest Florida, high concentrations occurred in and offshore of Pinellas, Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee counties. Medium concentrations were observed in these same counties, as well as in Manatee County and offshore of Monroe County. K. brevis concentrations, relative to the week prior, increased in parts of Pinellas, Manatee, Charlotte and Lee counties. Fish kills in southwest Florida were received for multiple locations in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties. Respiratory irritation was reported in Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota and Lee counties. For more information, go online to myfwc. com/redtidestatus. Southernaire Fishing Charters
Debra, left, and Lily Robertson of Sarasota are joined Nov. 14 by family visiting from Maine, Mei-An-Tsu, Karl, Hanna and Kin Anderson, on an offshore fishing trip guided by Capt. Warren Girle. Using live shiners, they caught and released gag grouper, and kept a few snapper and mackerel for lunch. inches. There are some larger ones hanging around docks and oyster bars, but they are scattered and hard to target. Spotted seatrout are showing quite good on deeper grass flats. Most of the ones my anglers are catching are on the small side, although we are catching a lot. Lastly, mangrove snapper are available around structure. I’m finding them to be a little leader-shy, so I’m scaling down to 15-pound fluorocarbon with a size-2 hook. Chumming heavily is aiding in getting them to bite. Capt. Warren Girle is working inshore, finding catch-and-release snook and redfish are producing a great bite for his clients. Free-lining live shiners over shallow flats or around residential docks is attracting both species to the hook. Moving to deeper water, Girle is anchoring and chumming around artificial reefs and wrecks. These areas are host to a variety of species — mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and gag grouper. All species are being caught in keeper-sizes — even the gags. Lastly, spotted seatrout and bluefish are being found around deep grass flats and channel edges. Jim Malfese at the Rod & Reel Pier says fishing was a little spotty as of his report. With patches of red tide washing in and out of Tampa Bay with the tides, fishing is unpredictable at the island’s northern-most pier. Conditions can change from good to bad in a matter of a few hours. When the water is clean, pier anglers are catching and releasing plenty of snook. Black drum, sheepshead and redfish are present with mangrove snapper in the mix, too. During times when red tide is hovering on the pier, it may be best to go inside the restaurant and enjoy a cold beer and a cheeseburger. Capt. Aaron Lowman is fishing the flats of Tampa Bay, where he is finding catch-and-release snook the
predominant bite. Free-lining live shiners over the flats is yielding Lowman’s clients catches of 30-50 snook per day. Mixed in with the snook are scattered spotted seatrout and catch-and-release redfish. On days when red tide is minimal, Lowman is patrolling the beaches, where he’s finding numerous eager blacktip sharks and a spattering of pompano. Jigging for the pompano is proving successful. Lastly, trolling channel edges and structure with large lipped plugs is yielding a few keeper-size gag grouper. Capt. David White of Anna Maria Charters is running offshore for some of the most sought-after migratory fish — blackfin tuna and amberjack. White is free-lining large baits over structure to lure these predators to the hook. Also, while fishing offshore, mangrove snapper, Spanish mackerel and gag grouper are taking the hook for White’s anglers. Moving inshore, White is cashing in on the phenomenal snook bite. Although all catch-and-release, these linesiders produce some of the best action that the flats have to offer sport fishers. While targeting snook, White also is hooking up on mangrove snapper for the cooler and some jack crevalle. Capt. Jason Stock is working offshore with good results. He’s finding the push past the red tide is proving to be quite good for a variety of migratory species — blackfin tuna, amberjack, kingfish and even a couple sailfish. Moving inshore, catch-and-release snook action is keeping Stock busy. Also, while on the flats, Stock is hooking clients up with numerous spotted seatrout. Fishing structure in Tampa Bay is producing good action on gag grouper, which Stock is tagging and releasing. Send high-resolution photos and fishing reports to fish@islander.org.
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Building, rebuilding abounds around AMI What about that Buccaneer? The sign appeared for several days last summer on Longboat Key: “Future site of the Buccaneer.” John Monetti, general manager of The Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands Circle in Sarasota and a former Holmes Beach commissioner, said The Columbia Restaurant Group, which purchased the property at 4129 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, intends to build on the site. He’s just not sure when. The property is the former location of Pattigeorge’s, a LBK eatery for almost four decades. The building was bulldozed in June. “We want to build a restaurant reminiscent of the old Buccaneer that was here on Longboat. Lots of folks thought we would just open a restaurant like Pattigeorge’s. That was never our intention,” Monetti told The Islander Nov. 12. Monetti said architectural plans were drawn, but, so far, that’s all that’s been done. “Our company is very deliberate in all they do. It will play out. Right now, we are concentrating on getting our new Italian restaurant in Ybor City open. Then, we will see what comes next,” Monetti said. Surf shop rises Repairs at the West Coat Surf Shop, 3902 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, are moving along. That’s according to owners Jim and Ronee Brady, whose iconic beach shop went up in flames April 15. “We are waiting on glass for our big front win-
dows,” Jim Brady told The Islander Nov. 13. Drywall and doors have been installed. “We are really hoping for a December re-opening,” Brady said. National magazine features local makeover It was a tiny 900-square-foot cottage across from the beach in Bradenton Beach, where Lora Kennedy spent summers as kid. Now Kennedy lives in California and works as an executive vice-president of casting for Warner Bros. She never quit loving the tiny cottage on Gulf Drive South and, a few years ago, decided to rehab the property her great-grandmother once owned. Coastal Living magazine featured the makeover, complete with photos inside and outside. The cottage was razed, due to work needed and codes, which made a rehab nearly impossible, according to statements Kennedy made to Coastal Living. What emerged is a modern take on Kennedy’s
childhood summer home. Beadboard from the porch and interior doors were repurposed. Kennedy visits frequently from the West Coast, told Coastal Living she felt it is the same house in spirit, just better and stronger. Ellen McGauley, who penned the article for the January-February issue, told The Islander, “We love Anna Maria Island here at Coastal Living. We’ll be back soon.” Anna Maria joins shopping small tradition It’s a day set aside to remind folks to shop local and to shop small business. The ninth annual Small Business Saturday will be observed Nov. 24. The day has been designated to emphasize the importance of shopping locally owned small businesses and takes place the Saturday following Thanksgiving — a day after Black Friday. The city of Anna Maria announced its participation in Small Business Saturday with a news release This cottage at Gulf Drive South and 11 Street South in Bradenton Beach was recently featured in Coastal Living magazine after a rehab replaced the original 1950s build. Islander Photo: Sandy Ambrogi
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The units at Islands West Resort, 3605 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, are nearing completion in November. Work resumed when permitting was cleared in late summer. The property is owned by developer Shawn Kaleta. No completion date was available.
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AMI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Wednesday, Nov. 28 5 p.m. Business card exchange, Two Scoops/Two Sides of Nature, 101 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria. $5 members, $10 guests. Information: 941-778-1541, info@amichamber.org. Wednesday, Dec. 5 11:30 a.m. Networking luncheon, location TBA. $15 members, $25 guests. Information: 941-778-1541, info@amichamber.org. Friday, Dec. 7 5 p.m. Open House and tree lighting at chamber office, 5313 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Santa and his sleigh and the AMI Privateers will join us, music by CrossPointe Fellowship. Information: 941-778-1541, info@amichamber.org. Wednesday, Dec. 12 5 p.m. Business card exchange, location TBA. $5 members, $10 guests. Information: 941-778-1541, info@amichamber.org. Friday, Dec. 14 5 p.m. Deadline for applications from Anna Maria Island and Cortez nonprofits for 2018 trolley grants. Information: 941-778-1541, info@amichamber.org. ALSO HAPPENING Wednesday, Dec. 4 5 p.m. Tri-chamber social, One Particular Harbour/Margaritaville, 1200 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 941-7781541, info@amichamber.org.
Business news Nov. 16 saying the day boosts local business and the economy and helps in creating jobs and preserving neighborhoods. Businesses in Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach also will be participating in Small Business Saturday. And the winner is … Oh, the winners are: Jen and Mark Bowman. They raked in a boatload full of fun after winning the 30 Day
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#Dine Coastal# promotion in October. The Bowmans dined at The Waterfront Restaurant, 111 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, and entered a contest promoted by the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Prizes included round-trip plane tickets No reporting by the county this week has resulted to Sarasota, lodging and local activities. in no real estate sales report. Stay busy, islanders! Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty Got business news? Contact Sandy Ambrogi at of Anna Maria, can be reached at 941-778-7244. sandy@islander.org or call 941-778-7978.
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This crossword represents an escape room, with four articles you’ll need hidden inside. After you complete the grid, follow the directions at 41-, 70- and 99-Across to find what to do next. Working correctly will lead you to a four-word phrase with a total of 12 letters. ACROSS
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Islander Wish Book 2018
MAKING WISHES, DOING GOOD The holidays are the time to take an extra moment to give someone a smile or send a greeting … pause to give a quiet hug or words of praise. The holidays are special for friends, family and islanders. In our annual Islander Wish Book, we take a moment to present the needs of organizations in our community that deserve your special consideration. These community service organizations are dedicated to providing assistance to families and individuals, teaching and mentoring our children, helping the elderly and less fortunate, all with the goal of making Anna Maria Island a better place to live for each and every one of us. With The Islander Wish Book, many of these organizations offer a special way for you to share the holiday spirit. We’ve
included a list of needs — wishes — from each one. Your contribution, however small or grand, is deeply appreciated by many. Please, take a moment to select a gift from these lists to add to your holiday shopping list. It’s The Islander’s way of saying thanks for the support we’ve received and a chance for us to give something back to the community we love. A small contribution can make a big difference. We offer a special thanks to our generous sponsor advertisers for making this publication possible. And we hope you receive the same return as we have each year from the wish book … the joy of giving. Here’s wishing you a happy holiday and best wishes for 2019!
— The Islander
Composition and stories by Lisa Neff Art by Joe Bird
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For your convenience, The Islander is collecting donations for the organizations with listings in our Wish Book. A good time to drop by with donations will be 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, when we join the other offices, shops and restaurants in the Anna Maria Island Centre in Holmes Beach for a holiday celebration. The Islander will host pirates and Santa, providing an opportunity to drop off a Wish Book gift and update St. Nick on your “good” status. And, please, with your donations, include a tag listing the organizations to receive your gifts. The Islander is at 3218 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach.
Moonracer Animal Rescue wishes for pet beds. Islander Courtesy Photo
Moonracer Animal Rescue
Moonracer Animal Rescue is a nonprofit dedicated to the rescue, care and rehabilitation of homeless pets for placement in forever homes. Moonracer believes all animals deserve love, dignity, proper care and a home. Moonracer believes no animals should be killed because they are homeless and provides comfortable and safe shelter and work for them until homes can be found. Moonracer wishes for: • Cleaning supplies, including bleach and detergent. • Dog food and cat food, both dry and canned. • Front-clip harnesses and leashes. • Chew toys. • Pet beds. • Tiles and pavers. • Fencing and materials for dog cottages, as well as curtains, rugs, plywood, insulation, paint and paint brushes. For more information, contact Lisa Williams at 941-345-2441 or moonraceranimalrescue@gmail.com.
A wish for AME: No. 2 pencils. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Elementary School
Anna Maria Elementary School operates with a professional staff of administrators, teachers and support personnel and a large coalition of parents and community organizers. AME wishes for: • Reams of white letter-size copy paper. • Reams of color letter-size paper. • Sticky notes — multiple sizes and colors. • No. 2 pencils. • Clear tape. • Boxes of letter-size file folders — various colors. • Clear plastic 3-ounce cups. • Boxes of tissue. • Wet wipes. For more information, call the school at 941-708-5525 or drop off items at the school office, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach.
The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce’s wish is for gifts for the Toys for Tots holiday drive. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce
The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce, representing 500-plus members and operating a visitor’s center at 5317 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, helps newcomers settle, businesses thrive and tourists navigate on the island. The chamber wishes for: • Gifts for the Toys For Tots holiday drive. • Children’s and women’s clothing for the Women’s Resource Center. • Nonperishable food items for local pantries. For more information, call the office at 941-778-1541.
Off Stage Ladies wish for items for serving the Long Sunday suppers at the Island Players dress rehearsal. Islander Courtesy Photo
Off Stage Ladies
The Island Players wishes for volunteers — onstage and backstage. Islander Courtesy Photo
Island Players
The Island Players stages productions in its cozy little theater at the corner of Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue in Anna Maria. The group’s mission is “to continue to bring high quality and professional entertainment to the community for the cultural enrichment of all and to provide a stage for young people to learn and enhance their experiences in the performing arts.” The Island Players wishes for: • Volunteers backstage and onstage, including as actors and for props, the box office, sound and light tech, stage and house management, social media promotions and dealing technology. For more information, please go online at www.theislandplayers.org or contact the box office at 941- 778-5755.
The Sunday before an opening night at the Island Players playhouse in Anna Maria is known as “Long Sunday.” This is when the actors and the stage crew gather for a lengthy rehearsal to perfect the production and the Off Stage Ladies take center stage at the playhouse. The group exists to support the Island Players, raising money with events, serving as ushers, helping behind the scenes and onstage at the theater. And, on Long Sunday, when a hearty meal might help the lead recall his or her lines or the lighting expert hit a mark, the group prepares and serves dinner to the actors and crew. The Off Stage Ladies — members describe OSL as “a very fun group” — meets on the second Wednesday of each month, October through May. Off Stage Ladies wishes for: • Restaurants or other businesses to provide Long Sunday meals and paper goods for the dinners. • People who want to join the group. For more information, contact president Roe Duncan by email at roeduncana@gmail. com or by phone at 941-932-2798.
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Happiest of Holidays!
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Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra wishes for volunteers, including in the orchestra. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra
The Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus and Orchestra performs chorus and instrumental music, as well as creates performance opportunities for professional and volunteer musicians. AMICCO also broadens the public’s knowledge, enjoyment and understanding of music and fosters the development of youth musicians through an annual competition. AMICCO wishes include: • Assistance in spreading the word about the orchestra and chorus, particularly through social media. • Volunteers to serve as ushers. • Assistance with marketing and press releases. • Performing talent, both vocalists and instrumentalists. • Members of the community to serve on the AMICCO board of directors. For more information, contact AMICCO board president James Stoltie at 941-727-9886 or stoltie@verizon.net.
Anna Maria Island Historical Society
The Anna Maria Island Historical Society operates a museum at 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, where visitors can learn about the island’s history and see local antiques, collections and collectibles from the early days. AMIHS also recognizes preservation achievement and provides speakers for organizations wishing to present the island’s history. AMIHS wishes for: • Bakers for the Settlers Bread, which is sold during the winter season. • Volunteers to assist at the museum during extended hours in the winter. For more information, call the museum at 941-778-0492.
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Canned goods are on the wishlist for the Roser Food Pantry. Islander Courtesy Photo
Roser Food Pantry
The Roser Food Pantry, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, is stocked largely with donations from island residents and island churches. Operators of the pantry provide groceries on weekdays to islanders in need. The Roser Food Pantry wishes for: • Canned fruit, vegetables, meat or meals. • Crackers, cookies, drinks, cereal and snacks. • Dry rice, potatoes and pasta. • Bathroom supplies — toilet paper, soap bars, shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrushes, hand soap. • Bottled water. • Laundry detergent. • Volunteers for the food pantry. For more information, contact the pantry at 941-778-0414..
Florida Poodle Rescue
Since 1994, Florida Poodle Rescue has been dedicated to poodles. The nonprofit rescues, fosters, rehabilitates and permanently places poodles in adopted homes. Many rescued abused, abandoned, and unwanted poodles have special physical, medical, or behavioral needs, often translating into increased foster care, prior to being placed in a permanent home of a loving family. The rescue wishes for: • Elevated dog beds. • Gas cards for transport volunteers. • Puzzle toys for dogs. • Gift cards to pet shops. For more information, contact Florida Poodle Rescue at 727-265-1766 or volunteer Constanza Bryant of Bradenton Beach at constanza@floridapoodlerescue.org.
Anna Maria Island Privateers wish for new toys to give to children at their post-parade Christmas party on Coquina Beach. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Island Privateers
The mission of the Anna Maria Island Privateers is to “develop, promote and support activities for the betterment of youth and community in Manatee County.” The group raises money for scholarships and hosts a series of events for children and adults, including the Christmas parade and party, which takes place this year at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, traveling from Bayfront Park in Anna Maria to Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach. Anna Maria Island Privateers wishes for: • New and unwrapped toys for the Privateers to give to 200-plus children at their post-parade party. • Sailcloth tarps for installation over the Skullywag’s deck. • Aluminum stepladder. • 125-volt outdoor extension cord. • Gift cards for office supplies, diesel fuel, automotive batteries and black powder for cannon shells. For more information, call AMIP president Cindy Meeks at 315-529-6507 or go online to amiprivateers.org.
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Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island
The Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island, in the Island Shopping Center, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, supports local artists and promotes arts education. AGAMI provides scholarships, sponsors tours to local art museums, contributes funding to school art programs, hosts art demonstrations and operates the Guild Gallery, where local artists display their work for sale. The artists wish for: • Art supplies to be passed on to school art departments. For more information, call AGAMI’s gallery at 941- 778-6694.
The Artists’ Guild of Anna Maria Island wishes for new and used art supplies, which it will pass along to art programs at local schools. Islander Courtesy Photo
Rotary Club of AMI
The Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island, which meets Tuesdays at noon at the Bridge Street Bistro in Bradenton Beach, is a network of business, professional and community leaders. Money raised through fundraising efforts supports about three dozen projects, many of them at Anna Maria Elementary School in Holmes Beach. The Rotary Club of Anna Maria Island wishes for: food donations for charitable efforts. For more information, contact president Judy Rup at 941-518-1965.
COMMUNITY DAY, COMMUNITY WISHES
Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch wishes for disposable gloves. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch
Bingo cards are on the wishlist for the Annie Silver Community Center. Islander Courtesy Photo
Annie Silver Community Center
The Annie Silver Community Center at 23rd Street and Avenue C in Bradenton Beach was founded by island entrepreneur Annie Silver to promote friendship and entertainment among neighbors. During the winter season, there are celebrations of song and music, shuffleboard, bingo and potluck dinners. Annie Silver is wishing for: • Bingo cards. • Shell for ground cover. • Benches for the garden. For more information, contact Linda Yarger at 941-778-3580 or email lyargerl@ aol.com.
The volunteer-driven Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring protects and collects data on nesting sea turtles and shorebirds on the island. In partnership with the island community, through public education and cooperation, the nonprofit’s mission is “to assure a suitable habitat for people, sea turtles and shorebirds, the ecosystem of the island and surrounding waters.” Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring wishes for: • Boxes of disposable, extra-large gloves. • Magic markers and reams of recycled paper. • Paper towels. • Towels. • Gift cards from Home Depot, Lowe’s and Staples. • Shell Oil gas cards. • Hammers. • Quarts of Minwax Helmsman outdoor clear spar urethane varnish. • Watercolors, brushes and watercolor paper. • Adopt-a-Nest sponsors. For more information about AMITW, contact executive director Suzi Fox at 941778-5638 or suzilfox@gmail.com.
Islanders and their families and friends come together for many events in December to celebrate the holiday season. We celebrate with a parade, open houses, tree-lightings, religious services and more. One of the most popular events on the calendar in December is the Lester Family Fun Day, promising old-fashioned fun at old-fashioned prices. The Center of Anna Maria Island has set Lester Family Fun Day for 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Chuck and Joey Lester of Holmes Beach, who sponsor the celebration, will welcome Santa Claus, who will arrive at noon and listen to wishes from children. An announcement from the center promised “a lineup of fun activities and performances along with delicious food and great prizes.” Specifically, Lester Family Fun Day will feature pony rides, face-painting, crafts, games and a bounce house. The menu includes Duffy’s burgers and hot dogs and Tyler’s ice cream sandwiches. Adults can buy chances to win a TV or a turkey, as well as enter a 50/50 raffle. Also, the center will sell poinsettias. The center is at 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. For more information, call the center at 941-778-1908.
YOU’RE INVITED to ‘our house’ Join us starting at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14 for the AMI Centre Shops Holiday Open House Come celebrate at our open house 5-7:30 p.m., with Santa visits for kids on the Privateers’ Santa Sleigh and a snowstorm sponsored by The Islander. Come celebrate! Refreshments! Food! Entertainment! Prize drawings! Snow will be falling ... and looking a lot like Christmas! COME CATCH THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT.
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Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage
The Cortez Village Historical Society wishes for a grill for community dinners. Islander Courtesy Photo
Cortez Village Historical Society
The Center of Anna Maria Island wishes for a digital tablet for its childcare program. Islander Courtesy Photo
The Center of Anna Maria Island
The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, operates with the support of donors and the sale of memberships. The center hosts a variety of programs for adults and children, from educational programs to sports leagues to fitness. The center also hosts a series of community events throughout the year. To meet community needs, the community center provides low-income families access to child care and youth programs. The center wishes for: • Parachute for the childcare program. • Digital tablet for childcare check-in system. • Coffee-maker. • Musical instruments for youth programs. • Small hand weights for fitness classes. • Resistance tubing. • Pickleballs. • Craft supplies, such as tissue paper, construction paper, white glue, glue sticks, tape, scissors, Play-Doh, markers and colored pencils. • Spin bikes. • Beanbag chairs. • Dewalt cordless drill. For more information, contact the center at 941-778-1908 or go online at centerami. org.
The Cortez Village Historical Society drives preservation and restoration in the old fishing community to the east of Anna Maria Island. CVHS collects artifacts and documentation of old, colorful Cortez — and its residents — for the cultural center. The CVHS wishes for: • Pictures and war mementos, letters and awards from the 1900s-1950s. • Scrapbooks or items related to living in a fishing village. Items can be scanned and returned immediately. • Local family information for a genealogy reference center. • Computer and scanner. • A leaf rake and other gardening tools. • Charcoal or gas grill or small smoker for community dinners. • Volunteers for data entry, genealogy research, gardening, publicity, event and exhibit planning and greeting visitors. For more, contact Kaye Bell at 941-5380945 or cortezbell@tampabay.rr.com.
Tingley Memorial Library
Tingley Memorial Library, 111 Second St. N., Bradenton Beach, is a public partnership with the city of Bradenton Beach that exists to provide books and other library services to the island population. The library’s goal is to “serve our patrons all year through friendly and helpful assistance with any reading materials and informational resources they seek.” Tingley wishes for: • Audio books. • Educational or entertainment DVDs. • Florida-themed books. For more information, call the library at 941-779-1208.
The Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage in Cortez is “dedicated to the promotion, education and preservation of Cortez and Florida’s commercial fishing and other traditional maritime cultures including the environment upon which these communities depend.” FISH takes care of and oversees the 90-plus acre Cortez FISH Preserve, as well as runs multiple programs and hosts the annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival. FISH wishes for: • Heavy-duty commercial mower for the preserve. • Push-mower for small areas. • A weedwhacker. • A leaf blower. • Volunteers for the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival in February. For more information, call 941-254-4972 or email fishfestart@gmail.com.
Senior Adventures wishes for gift cards to gas stations to help pay for outings and adventures. Islander Courtesy Photo
Senior Adventures at Annie Silver
Senior Adventures is a group that meets most Fridays for an adventure — either an outing or an activity at the Annie Silver Community Center, 103 23rd St. N., Bradenton Beach. Senior Adventures wishes for: • Gas cards to help reach adventures. • Tickets to attend events or activities, including passes to the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Mote Marine Aquarium in Sarasota. • Travelers to lecture. • Prizes for the Christmas luncheon. For more information, contact Peg Miller at 941-778-3106 or pm3h@yahoo.com.
Happy Holidays to you and yours! Longboat Hardware 4030 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key, FL 34228 Phone: (941) 383-1313 Fax: (941) 383-2170
Holmes Beach Hardware 3352 East Bay Dr. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 Phone: (941) 778-0999 Fax: (941) 778-1717
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Happy Holidays
The Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #2188
from Sunny Florida! Cindy Jones
941-773-9770 cindy@cjonesre.com
WESTBRIDGE VETERINARY CLINIC www.WestbridgeVeterinaryClinic.com
310 Pine Ave. ~ P.O. Box 1299 ~ Anna Maria FL 34216
The Florida Maritime Museum wishes for patio lights. Islander Courtesy Photo
Florida Maritime Museum
The Florida Maritime Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the region’s maritime history. The museum is housed in the renovated 1912-schoolhouse at 4415 119th St. W., Cortez and is home to the Folk School at Florida Maritime Museum. Visit the museum 5:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 8 for the first Maritime by Candlelight event celebrating the holidays — sponsored by The Islander — and the museum’s 11th anniversary. The museum and folk school wish for: • Tent lanterns. • Canopy lighting. • Patio lights. • High-wattage electric burners. • Large cooking pots. • Chair cushions. • Fillet knives. • Round folding tables. • Burlap tablecloths for round tables. • Burlap tablecloths for 8-foot-long tables. • Large plastic storage tubs. For more information, go online to floridamaritimemuseum.org or call the museum at 941-708-6121.
941.92O.4O1O
wishes everyone a Happy Holiday and asks that you please remember to donate a TOY for a TOT at the Lodge. 110 Gulf Drive, S. Bradenton Beach
Friends of Manatee County Animal Services wishes for blankets and towels. Islander Courtesy Photo
Friends of Manatee County Animal Services
The Friends of Manatee County Animal Services is a nonprofit organization that works with Manatee County Animal Services to shelter animals. The group wishes for: • Kong Extreme toys. • Peanut Butter without Xylitol. • Fancy Feast canned food for kittens and cats. • Blankets and towels. • Bleach • Leashes. • Medium and large collars. • Tiered Karunda beds for cats. • Small paper plates. • Cat toys with catnip. Items can be dropped off at Island Mail & More, 3230 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. For more information, contact Rebecca St. Jean at 941-778-1911.
Wildlife Inc. wishes for pecans — shelled or not. Islander Courtesy Photo
Friends of the Island Library wishes for books for the 2019 sale. Islander Courtesy Photo
Friends of the Island Library
The Friends of the Island Library exists to help the Holmes Beach branch of the Manatee County Library achieve its mission to “nurture imagination, promote lifelong learning, and enrich the community.” The group wishes for: • Books for the 2019 sale to be held Feb. 14-16. • One mahjong set. • Gift cards from Walmart or Dollar Tree for library program supplies. • Christmas tree that’s easy to put up and already decorated with lights. • Planting pots, bags of soil and houseplants. • Four-drawer, vertical filing cabinet. For more information, contact president Ginny Upshaw at enunnjr@tampabay.rr.com or 941-778-9450.
Wildlife Inc., Education and Rehabilitation Center
Wildlife Inc., Education and Rehabilitation Center is a nonprofit in Bradenton Beach. About 3,000 injured, sick and displaced birds, mammals and reptiles are rescued each year. Ed and Gail Straight, with a corps of wildlife-loving volunteers, run the operation from their home, with a mission to preserve and protect native wildlife through education and rehabilitation. Wildlife Inc. wishes for: • Gift cards for food and supplies for animals and cages. • Rebuilding supplies. • Gas gift cards. • Postage stamps. • Heating pads. • Pecans. • Letter-size paper. • Heater for a crocodile pool. For more information, contact Wildlife Inc. at 941-778-6324 or go online at www.wildlifeinc.org.
The Wish Book is made possible thanks to our generous advertising sponsors and the extra effort of Islander team members Joe Bird, Toni Lyon, Lisa Neff and Lisa Williams.
Please, join me in thanking them ... Publisher Bonner Joy
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The Ministry of Presence wishes for soccer balls. Islander Courtesy Photo KMB wishes for golf pencils — by the box. Islander Courtesy Photo
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The Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club wishes for bell ringers during the Christmas season. Islander Courtesy Photo
Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club
Saturday mornings, members and guests of the Anna Maria Island Kiwanis Club can be found gathered at the Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe at the Manatee Public Beach. There the group will eat breakfast, share news, trade jokes, sing songs, make friends, listen to speakers and plan civic projects. Outside the 8:30 a.m. meetings, club members host and coordinate the Easter sunrise service on the beach, serve as grandparents for AME kids and help the Salvation Army with bell-ringing for holiday donations at the Publix Super Market in Holmes Beach. The club wishes for: • New members. • Volunteers to ring the bell for the Salvation Army at the island Publix Super Market through the Christmas season. • Nonperishable food and diapers and other items for the island’s food bank. For general information, contact president John Chappie at jchappie2@tampabay. rr.com or 941-920-1826. For information about ringing bells, contact Roger Domme at 941-761-0082.
Keep Manatee Beautiful, the local chapter of Keep America Beautiful, is fulfilling its mission to help prevent litter in our beautiful environment. KMB accomplishes this with its AdoptA-Shore locations covering the entirety of Anna Maria Island. KMB also conducts cleanups throughout Manatee County, including on streets and highways and preserves. KMB is involved in beautification projects along the Palma Sola Causeway, the scenic highways in Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach and provides trees for Arbor Day celebrations. KMB wishes for: • Mascot costume to replace a 24-yearold manatee costume. • Replacement ink cartridges for HP 952XL and HP 304A printers. • Large-wheeled coolers. • Recycled multiuse copy paper. • Trash pickers. • Golf pencils. • Recycle bags. For more information, contact KMB at 941-795-8272 or keep@manateebeautiful. com. Also, visit www.manateebeautiful. com.
All Island Denominations wishes for laundry detergent and other household goods and stock for the Roser Food Pantry. Islander Courtesy Photo
Ministry of Presence
The Ministry of Presence Inc., established in 1995 in Bradenton by a Haitian-born priest and a sister, is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to providing a better life for children in Haiti. The Rev. Ron Joseph and the ministry’s board of directors administer programs that aid in the health, feeding, clothing and educating of Haitian children. The Ministry of Presence wishes for: • Tents and canopies. • Sleeping mats and/or bags. • Linens. • Outdoor games, especially soccer balls. • Indoor games and toys for infants and young children. • Cash donations to purchase and ship medical supplies, bottled water, water purification supplies, food and other supplies. For more information about the ministry, contact The Islander newspaper at 941778-7978 or go online to www.islander.org/ mop.
All Island Denominations
All Island Denominations unites the island churches — CrossPointe Fellowship, the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Harvey Memorial Community Church, Roser Memorial Community Church and St. Bernard Catholic Church — to help those in need of emergency housing and food. Organized and funded by the island churches, AID has been serving Anna Maria Island since 1982. AID wishes for: • Nonperishable food for the food pantry at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. • Soaps, shampoo, detergent, toothbrushes and toothpaste for the pantry. • Financial contributions to the Roser Food Pantry, P.O. Box 247, Anna Maria FL 34216. • Donations to AID for housing help, P.O. Box 305, Anna Maria FL 34216. For more, call an island church.
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North Bradenton Beach 941.779.2222
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