CALENDAR The annual Old Florida Festival celebrates thousands of years of Florida s history, with participants reenacting particular cultures and their traditions.the festival will take place Nov. 1-3 at the Collier County Museum in Naples. september Computer Show (through Sept. 1), Harborside Convention Center, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/332-6888 The Sound of Music (through Sept. 1), Naples Dinner Theatre, 239/514-7827 AAU Crusader Baseball Gulf Coast Invitational Tournament (through Sept. 2), various venues in Ft. Myers, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 Emerging Artist Awards Exhibition (through Sept. 11), Miromar Outlets, Estero, 239/948-3766 Summer Mini Class Sessions in Fine Arts and Fine Crafts (through Sept. 21), Cape Coral Arts Studio, 239/574-0802 Aquarium 2002 (through Sept. ), 10th annual themed multimedia exhibition, Cape Coral Arts Studio, 76 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2002
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by Habitat for Humanity of Lee County, Harborside Convention Center, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/997-14 week of sept. 15-21 19 Sanibel Canteen (through Nov. 2), J. Howard Wood Theatre, Sanibel, 239/472-0006 20 ISI Adult National Skating Championships (through Sept. 22), Skatium, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 21 Coastal Cleanup, Sanibel and Captiva sites, sponsored by the Sanibel- Captiva Conservation Foundation, 239/472-2329 21 Coastal Cleanup, Ft. Myers, Cape Coral, and Pine Island sites, sponsored by Keep Lee County Beautiful, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/334-3488 21 Summer Jazz on the Gulf, Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club, 239/1-2222 week of sept. 22-28 22 Bridal Exposition, Harborside Convention Center, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/479-5545 23 Start of Fall 2002 Class Session of Fine Arts and Fine Crafts (through Nov. 9), Cape Coral Arts Studio, 239/574-0802 27 Friday Fest Free Benefit Concert: When Creating a Design, a Synergism Emerges as Interpreter for the Client and Companion to the Land Gulfshore of the 2002 B URNER &Company Step into Noopie s Japanese Seafood and Steakhouse, and discover the art of Teppenyaki-style cooking. Observe our skilled chefs expertly juggle flying shrimp, flaming volcanoes and more. Then savor their creations. Seven Shows Nightly Beginning at 5:00 pm 239-395-6014 reservations recommended Our Chefs put on a Show of SAVORY PROPORTIONS Sundial Beach Resort 1451 Middle Gulf Drive Sanibel Island, FL 33957 www.sanibelrestaurants.com Full Service Site Planning, Land Planning Landscape Architecture Award-winning Commercial & Residential to Nationally Acclaimed Communities Boca Bay Safety Harbor Club Seawatch of Boca Grande Page Field Commons City of Palms Park Southwest Florida International Airport CELEBRATING +15 YEARS OF DESIGN EXCELLENCE Studio: 239-693-8090 LCC000228 FAX: 239-693-8190 WWW.TIMESOFTHEISLANDS.COM 81
SANIBEL S CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AWARD WINNING RESTAURANT CRAB STUFFED GROUPER COCONUT SHRIMP CARIBBEAN JERKED PORK CHOPS BEST RIBS 2000-2002 TASTE OF THE ISLANDS AWARD DAILY CHEF CREATIONS Come Experience Island Flavors, Island People, and Island Fun! Minutes from Captiva, beaches and Periwinkle 975 RABBIT ROAD 472-8311 At the corner of Rabbit Rd. & San-Cap Rd. Next to the Bungalow WE VE GOT YOUR GAME! MLB EXTRA INNINGS NFL TICKET MONDAY NIGHT POOL TOURNEY SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC WEDNESDAY NIGHT KAROKE HAPPY HOUR 25 WINGS 30 OYSTERS $4 PITCHERS $1 DRAFTS 9 TV SCREENS 2 POOL TABLES DARTS Located at the corner of Rabbit Rd. & San-Cap Rd. next to the Island House 395-3502 Imagine Yourself at Ocean s Reach One and two bedroom condos, each with private screened balcony facing the endless waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Weekly Rentals Available (800) 336-6722 (239) 472-4554 www.oceansreach.com The hearty food, beer, and music bring the German out in everyone at the annual Oktoberfest.The 16th annual festival will be Oct. -20 and Oct. -28. J.Robert, benefits The Children s Hospital of Southwest Florida, The Bell Tower Shops, U.S. 41 and Daniels Parkway, Ft. Myers, 239/489-1221 27 September Slam: Men s Softball (through Sept. 29), Lee County Sports Complex, Ft. Myers, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 27 Ft. Myers Beach Kick-Off Classic (through Sept. 29), various venues throughout Lee County, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 week of sept. 29-oct. 5 29 World s Fair of Music, Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 1 ISA World Seniors Softball Tourn- 82 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2002
Get back to where you belong. {Moment of clarity} SOMETHING HAPPENS ON VACATION. CONCERNS AND ROUTINES ARE LEFT BEHIND. PEOPLE BECOME PRIORITIES. NEW PLACES TURN INTO HOME. Our collection of open spaces fill with the laughter of connecting, giving way to moments of clarity. When spending time together turns into a moment, it becomes { a memory}. 888-568-7842 www.sunstream.com {Fort Myers Beach and Naples} Our collection of Florida resorts: { DiamondHead GullWing Pointe Estero Holiday Inn Santa Maria The GrandView Park Shore Bellasera-OPENING FALL 2003 } Actor Dean Stockwell, an honoree at last year s Marco Island Film Festival, is scheduled to attend the fifth annual festival Oct. -27. We will provide our customers with our guarantee of the finest self storage experience available. Our goal is to provide you A CLEAN, SECURE AND DRY FACILITY, managed by the MOST PROFESSIONAL MANAGERS in the industry. We are here to make a difference...guaranteed! Climate controlled Safe & Secure Computerized Gate System Built to Current Hurricane Standards of 110 mph Vault for Art and Valuables Dropoff/Mail Service Automobile Storage RV/Boat Storage/Covered Storage Also Available Variety of Sizes 17701 Summerlin Rd., Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-489-9988 Fax 239-454-8081 www.asapstorage.com ament (through Oct. 6), Lee County Sports Complex and Cape Coral Sports Complex, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 4 Southwest Florida Folk and Blues Fest (through Oct. 6), KOA Campgrounds, Pine Island, 239/283-5166 4 Contemporary Abstraction (through Oct. 25), multimedia exhibition of abstract art, Cape Coral Arts Studio, 239/574-0802 4 Magical Dances, Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 84 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2002
week of oct. 6-12 11 NBA: Miami Heat vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, TECO Arena, Estero, 239/948-7825 12 Italian Fest and Wine-Stomping Harvest, Knights of Columbus, 1901 Park Meadows Drive, Ft. Myers, 239/936-7874 or 239/936-3230 12 Florida Women s Show (through Oct. 13), Harborside Convention Center, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/242-2444 12 St. Armand s Art Festival (through Oct. 13), St. Armand s Circle, Sarasota, 954/472-3755 12 Sanibel School Student Exhibition (through Oct. 31), Phillips Gallery, BIG Arts, Sanibel, 239/395-0900 week of oct. 13-19 13 French Festival (through Oct. 16), Naples Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Series, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 14 Emerging Artist Awards Exhibition (through Oct. 31), Cultural Park Theatre, Cape Coral, 239/574-0465 17 Jekyll & Hyde (through Nov. 23), Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Ft. Myers, 239/939-2787 Marco Island Film Festival (through Oct. 27), various locations in Naples and Marco Island, 239/642-3378 Edison Sailing Regatta River Romp If you think you re playing Sanibel s best, stop by and we ll write you a reality check. Memberships Available 949 Sandcastle Road Sanibel, FL 33957 Tee Times (239) 472-2535 Club House (239) 472-3355 www.dunesgolfsanibel.com market THE~ ~ GROG SHOP WINE SPIRITS LIQUEURS FINE CIGARS ONE OF THE BEST SELECTIONS OF DOMESTIC & IMPORTED WINES ON THE WEST COAST And, for those who enjoy a good cigar, be sure to visit our walk-in humidor room! Bailey s Shopping Center Next to the Theater 239/472-1682 OPEN MON.-SAT- 9A.M. - 9P.M., SUNDAY NOON-7P.M. 10% DISCOUNT ON CASE ORDERS Your 0ne Stop Shopping Experience Serving Sanibel-Captiva since 99 Complete Supermarket Full Line of True Value Hardware In-Store Pharmacy Gourmet Cheese & Fudge Shop Delivery Service Available 239/472-1516 (941) 472-1516 Monday-Sunday 7 a.m.-9 p.m. 2477 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957 WWW.TIMESOFTHEISLANDS.COM 85
Specializing in fine art from the tribal traditions of Africa, Australia, Native America and the Arctic. Bill Blauvelt, President Jim Stevens, Vice President Pin, 14k gold, turquoise and coral heartline, 1.5 long, by D.M. Navajo (actual size) 2340 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957 239-395-2200 www.tribalworks.com SOUTHERN TRADITION LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING Office: 239-590-6230 Fax: 239-590-6231 11595 Kelly Road, Suite 302 Ft Myers, FL 33908 www.stlc.net Ft. Myers Beach will be celebrating Halloween with an annual Halloween Family Fright Night & Haunted House Oct.. (through Oct. 20), downtown Ft. Myers, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 16th Annual Oktoberfest (through Oct. 20), German-American Social Club, Cape Coral, 239/283-1400 Hooked: Fish and Fishing Art Exhibition (through Nov. 15), Frizzell Gallery, Alliance of the Arts, Ft. Myers, 239/939-2787 Ellen Sheppard Exhibition (through Nov. 15), Memorial Gallery, Alliance of the Arts, Ft. Myers, 239/939-2787 Artists Artists: A Selection of Current Work by Faculty (through Nov. 16), von Liebig Art Center, Naples, 239/2-6517 Identities and Autobiographies (through Nov. 16), von Liebig Art Center, Naples, 239/2-6517 Musical Folk Tales, Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 19 Ding Darling Day 2002: National 86 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2002
Wildlife Refuge Centennial Celebration, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel, 239/472-1100 19 Fall Pet Fest, Lee County Animal Services, 5600 Banner Drive, Ft. Myers, 239/432-2083 19 Downtown Naples Art Fair (through Oct. 20), downtown Naples, 954/472-3755 week of oct. 20-24 Haunted Walk (through Oct. 31), Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, Ft. Myers, 239/275-3435 25 Friday Fest Free Benefit Concert: Paul Rozmus, benefits Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida, The Bell Tower Shops, U.S. 41 and Daniels Parkway, Ft. Myers, 239/489-1221 Halloween Family Fright Night & Haunted House, Bay Oaks Recreation Center, 2731 Oak Street, Ft. Myers Beach, 239/765-4222 Creature from the Black Lagoon, Family Film Festival in Schein Hall, BIG Arts, Sanibel, 239/395-0900 Fall Kids Festival, Jaycee Park, Cape Coral, 239/573-3123 Fund-raising Gala: Jekyll & Hyde; benefit performance for the Alliance of the Arts, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Ft. Myers, 239/939-2787 Jazz on the Green, Miromar Lakes Island flavor. Island style. 472-7575 for reservations captivarestaurants.com Buffets: Monday & Friday Seafood Extravaganza - Featuring peel-n-eat shrimp & snow crab legs Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Island s Best Prime Rib plus Mongolian stir-fry with choice of meats, vegetables and sauce Wednesday (thru 8/14 only) All-American Family Food Fest- Fun food for the whole family, plus kids entertainment Sunday Taste of Captiva - A delectable medley of seafood, beef and other favorites Located on beautiful Captiva Island at the entrance to South Seas Resort. DINE IN AN AMBIANCE FASHIONED FROM Mahogany&Candlelight. Prime Steaks Fine Wines For those who enjoy the very best in life, a dining experience you won t soon forget. 472-7535 Reservations recommended. Open nightly form 5:30-9:30 pm. At the entrance to South Seas Resort, Captiva Island. WWW.TIMESOFTHEISLANDS.COM 87
Piano Bar Private Parties Ample Parking CASUAL FINE DINING Serving Dinner 7 Days a Week 5:30-10:00 PM 2761 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, Florida 33957 (239) 472-1141 Artists and artisans will display their works Oct. 19 and 20 at the Downtown Naples Art Fair. Golf and Country Club, Ft. Myers, 239/939-3213 Come and experience a taste of the Sweet Life JEAN LE BOEUF FT. MYERS NEWS PRESS From the shores of the Riviera to the Gulf Coast of Sanibel, enjoy Northern Italian Cuisine & Mediterranean Specialties A Taste Of World Cuisine JEAN LE BOEUF FT. MYERS NEWS PRESS Casual fine dining with entertainment nightly in the piano Bar and Lounge, Dolce Notte. Treat yourself to a favorite dish from around the world while you dine in the trendy cosmopolitan atmosphere. Open Daily for Dinner 5:30-10:30 PM Lounge entertainment nightly until 12:30 a.m. All major credit cards accepted - Specializing in private parties Reservation recommended 1244 Periwinkle Way Sanibel 239-472-5555 Gun Show (through Oct. 27), Harborside Convention Center, downtown Ft. Myers, 239/466-6300 8th Annual Sarasota Craft Fest (through Oct. 27), downtown Sarasota, 954/472-3755 16th Annual Oktoberfest (through Oct. 28), German-American Social Club, Cape Coral, 239/283-1400 week of oct. 27-nov. 2 27 MozartFest (through Oct. 30), Naples Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Series, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 30 Roy Hobbs World Series (through Nov. 16), various locations throughout Lee County, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 31 Ghost Train Costume Party: Dinner Train Theater with Murder Mystery, Seminole Gulf Railway, Colonial Boulevard Station, Ft. Myers, 88 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2002
Friday Fest at The Bell Tower Shops features monthly performances by talented musicians. Proceeds go to various nonprofit organizations that serve Southwest Florida. 239/275-8487 or 800/736-4853 31 16th Annual American Sandsculpting Festival and Championship (through Nov. 3), sponsored by Ft. Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce on Ft. Myers Beach, 239/454-7500 1 ISA Quality Men s 60-Plus Softball (through Nov. 3), Cape Coral, 239/2-4402 or 888/529-6588 1 Old Florida Festival (through Nov. 3), Collier County Museum, Naples, 239/774-8476 1 Artists Society Studio (through Nov. 27), multimedia exhibition of works by professionals and novices, Cape Coral Arts Studio, 239/574-0802 2 Opening Night Gala! Celebration of the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra s 20th anniversary, Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 239/597-1900 or 800/597-1900 2 15th Annual Venice Art Fair (through Nov. 3), downtown Venice, 954/472-3755n Award-winning Cuisine. Panoramic Gulf View Sundial Beach Resort 1451 Middle Gulf Dr. Sanibel Island, FL 33957 www.sanibelrestaurants.com Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, encounter a place where spectacular Florida sunsets are accented by mouth-watering dining experiences. Here at Sundial Beach Resort, you can sample our chef s award-winning Gulfshore and FlorAsian cuisine made with only the finest ingredients, and delight in the anticipation of future delectable discoveries. 239-395-6014 Reservations Recommended WWW.TIMESOFTHEISLANDS.COM 89