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Another #1 for Siesta Key By Trebor Britt Siesta Key already received the #1 beach designation by Dr. Beach and it’s home to the restaurant that garnered the #1 spot for their Clam Chowder in the International Cook-off in New England. Now it can lay claim to another #1 – Siesta Key’s very own soda. One of the criteria Dr. Beach takes into consideration when determining his top 10 beach list is the quality of the water. That was one of the deciding factors for the owners of Captain Curt’s when they chose their premium soda. Story continued on page 14

A Martini May Save Your Life

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Siesta Key lifeguard, Robert Martini (28), has been standing duty overlooking beachgoers on the crystal waters of Florida for the past 11 years, seven of those years on Siesta Key. On any given day, you will find Martini on duty at the yellow lifeguard tower. Martini grew up in Georgia, about an hour outside Atlanta. His family eventually moved to Fort Lauderdale, where he first began serving the community as a lifeguard, and then moved to Bradenton to live with his grandmother. Story continued on page 10

No Government or Tax Dollars Used Here By Trebor Britt Kevin Cooper, Executive Director of the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce, acknowledges that preparation work for this year’s fireworks, is in full swing right now. “You’d be surprised that for a 25 to 30 minute fireworks display, we begin active work and planning three to four months in advance,” Cooper commented. “There are many permitting and payment issues and deadlines.” “Hosting the fireworks on Siesta Key began in the early 1990s as a way to celebrate the troops coming home from the first Gulf War. The event became such a big hit, the Chamber decided to make it an annual tradition,” he said. Expenses for the event go up every year. The $35,000 needed for the event is raised through business and residential donations, as well as a few fund raising events. The VIP party, hosted on the day of the fireworks, covers nearly 90% of the cost. Cooper said, “Many of our sponsors contribute every year. Businesses in the South village and here in the north village as well as condominium developments along Midnight Pass purchase VIP packages to help ensure the tradition continues. It really is the collective effort of many sponsors that leads to the success of this event.” “There is a misconception that the government funds fireworks or tax dollars are used. Not a single tax dollar, or any government funding is used to help pay for this event. The Chamber is happy to be at the helm and the logistics effort of Siesta Key’s fireworks,” Cooper said.

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Sarasota Housing Market Continues to Improve Even if you have avoided watching the news or reading the paper, by simply taking a stroll through your neighborhood or a drive down the street, you can tell that the Florida Real Estate Market is HOT. The rows of For Sale signs that lined the streets the past few years are gone. If there happens to be one or two still in your neighborhood, they most likely are accompanied by a “Pending” sign. The former housing eyesores with high grass and broken windows waiting to be foreclosed now shine with perfect landscaping and other loving touches by their new owners. Statistics will show that the once decimated Florida housing market is on the rise, and quickly. According to the most recent housing report presented by the

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President Siesta Key Association www.siestakeyassociation.com Despite traditional views of winter months as ‘season’ the secret is out; summer on Siesta Beach is glorious. With Gulf water a perfect swim temperature and more daylight hours, everyone here has opportunity for summer fun. School is out and families arrive for memory-making on our island paradise. For organized events and activities, Sarasota County Parks and Recreation Calendar offers special activities at Siesta Beach Park as well as many other Park locations. https://www. scgov.net/parks or call 941-861-5000. When visitors arrive this summer, work on two planned safety projects will be evident on Siesta Key. This includes the start up of the Beach Road drainage project and Siesta Village Crosswalk LED bollard lighting construction. Neither project should interfere with access to the beach park.

Pedestrian safety with improved crosswalk lighting was a winning focus for Siesta Key Association and Siesta Key Village Association. In November of 2011, Craig Hall, with locally owned Evolucia Lighting Inc. spoke during our monthly meeting. His presentation on LED lighting, safety and energy efficiencies became inspiration for our community. With a 70% reduction in costs for energy and 15-20 years of longevity, the City of Sarasota purchased this lighting for the Ringling Bridge, connecting the mainland and Longboat Key. This type of light is highly focused, without ‘loss of light or interference for surrounding landscape’. A Siesta Key resident, Craig Hall hoped someday this lighting would be available for Siesta Key residents as well. The idea gained traction after SKA Director Peter van Roekens pursued the concept with two other Siesta Key residents, Mark Smith, SK Chamber and Russell Matthes, SK Village Association. With Sarasota County staff assistance, on May 7, 2013, bollard LED lighting for seven crosswalks along Ocean Boulevard received approval by our County Commissioners. Completion is scheduled prior to the end of October, 2013. The Beach Road Drainage project is a first step to prevent flooding along Beach Road and keep the beach and gulf waters

free of unsafe storm water. This project must complete prior to the Siesta Beach Park improvements. We expect to see ‘earth moving’ and landscape changes during the next seven months. The work will occur in the southern portion of the park, south of the tennis courts and near the existing storm water pond area. Australian Pines will be removed along with other vegetation in hopes for the future reestablishment of native species including Oak and Mangrove. The new pond , nearly an acre in size, will have fountain aeration and ultraviolet filtration units to improve storm water quality, keeping beaches environmentally safe and discharging the clean water 1000 feet into the Gulf. The project is scheduled to begin the end of May with completion at the end of the year. For County project updates, see https:// www.scgov.net/ConeZone/pages or call 941-861-5000 and ask for the Beach Drainage Project. Glorious summer beach days are also accompanied by the June 1 official start of Hurricane season. During our May meeting, we welcomed Chief Ed McCrane, Director of Emergency Services for Sarasota County. He provided a powerful message about the necessity of advance planning, respect for the power of nature and safety tips for our community. Story continued on page 34

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$31,500. The county will buy lighting equipment directly from the manufacturer and use an existing county contract with a Sarasota County Commissioners decided to hold at least one company for installation. public meeting to allow up-graded golf carts to operate along a The lighted bollards will be installed at seven Siesta Village portion of Midnight Pass Road. The carts are called “low-speed crosswalks. vehicles” and have turn signals, a horn, stop lights and seat belts. They are limited to 25 miles per hour. Swift gets beach project jeffe job Residents in and around Sanderling Drive on the southern Sarasota-based Swift Construction received a $103,899 end of Midnight Pass Road would like the speed limit cut to 35 contract to serve as the “construction manager at risk” for the mph from the current 40 mph. State law bans low-speed vehicles Siesta Public Beach Park improvements project. from roads with speed limits higher than 35 mph. The project’s price over the past couple of years has soared, The Sanderling-area residents would like to drive up to the and is now capped at $16.7 million for building costs. Swift’s commercial center at Stickney Point, which has a variety of job is to cut financial corners at every possible instance to keep stores and restaurants. Commissioner Nora Patterson has been the project from going into over-runs. pestering the Florida Department of Transportation to cut speed Swift will handle “design coordination and constructability limits on Siesta Key, but before she realized the 35 mph limit reviews, refinement of the schedule and preparation of a opened the road to upgraded golf carts. guaranteed minimum price agreement for the work.” Commissioners agreed to propose a resolution cutting the speed limit to 35 mph between Sanderling Drive and Vista Everything has a price Hermosa Circle where the speed limit drops to 25 along Siesta’s parking problems are perennial. And not just during Midnight Pass Road. However the resolution bans low-speed season. Holidays like Easter also bring a glut of automobiles. vehicles unless the commission changes its mind after the toOne Avenida del Mare resident decided to turn lemons into be-scheduled public meeting. Meanwhile in Siesta Village where the limit is 20mph, low- lemonade by posting a sign offering to sell parking in the yard speed vehicles are becoming a common sight along Ocean for $20. Alas that’s illegal under county ordinance, unlike Manatee Boulevard. County where residents of Cortez regularly sell space on theirs for special events. On Siesta the county code enforcement officers Lights, Action, Crosswalk! have been instructing the would-be parking barons of their code Sarasota County Commissioners finally approved violations. illumination of Siesta Village crosswalks. It’s taken months, While the parking problems should ease over the summer, and several people have been hit in the crosswalks. expect them to ramp back up as season approaches. Then look The $72,000 estimate is less than a $118,00 bid received earlier for discrete lawn signs along the “avenidas” near the village if this year, but more than double the original county estimate of

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its parking you seek. In the meantime, don’t drop off your child to save a space in the Siesta Beach parking lot while you circle ‘round. That’s now worth a $97 fine for blocking access to a vacant spot. Definitely a piggy-bank buster fine.

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Florida law says the beach is public property up to the hightide line. Beachfront owners believe the whole thing is private. But when Mother Nature tosses a fish kill ashore, those publicprivate property lines somehow get ignored. Last summer it was a wash-up of Red Drift Algae along Crescent Beach that caused a stir. Last December it was a fish kill off Blind Pass Beach chased by red tide. In all cases it’s not pleasant for the nose or the eyes. But can Sarasota County legally clean up the mess on private property? The 1995 ordinance needed clarification, county commissioners were told to determine what areas of the beach were “public.” A discussion ensued, and commissioners agreed they’d spend taxpayer money to clean up private beaches if a couple of conditions were met. The private beach would need to be “in close proximity” to a county-owned beach or beach access. The area was between the high-tide line but seaward of “any pronounced escarpment, dune, vegetated area, access bridge or stairs or shore protection structure such as a revetment or seawall….” And the owners or their designated representatives of the private beachfront property would need to give written permission to the county acknowledging “the history customary use of the beach or access by the public.” In other words, the government will clean it up but the public gets to use your beach.

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Up & Down the Trail Women win marathon political race The longest election cycle in Sarasota city history ended May 14 with the election of Susan Chapman and re-election of Suzanne Atwell to the city commission. The election date was moved back a month by the Florida Legislature to ensure members of the armed services would have enough time to request, receive, mark and return an absentee ballot. The election capped a nearly year-long race for two at-large seats on the commission. Commissioner Terry Turner declined to run for a second term. Not only was it the longest race, but also the most expensive. Six candidates started, and among them raised more than $120,000. Half that sum was raised and spent by the oddcandidate-out in the three-way May run-off. Atwell received 4,575 votes, Chapman 3,880 and Richard Dorfman picked up 3,433 to finish last in the run-off.

Arrows point to city density increases Cities in Florida are in a man-made squeeze. Past pension deals with unions are now unaffordable without big tax increases. Meanwhile tax receipts are down drastically because property values dived deep for the past five years. And the ever-clever Florida Legislature capped tax increases to three percent per year. In a late-night swan song at his last meeting, Sarasota City Commissioner Turner was gloomy. “Revenue growth and business growth are not going to solve this problem,” he said. The former economics professor, bank executive and financial entrepreneur’s judgment hung heavy in the air. “One way or the other, we need more density,” he said. One

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downtown condominium at 1350 Main pays more in city taxes than the entire near-downtown Laurel Park neighborhood, said his colleague Commissioner Paul Caragiulo. “The way you get more population is to focus on making this a place where people want to live,” said Turner. “All of your policy decisions need to keep that in mind.”

County begins to raid reserves It was almost a magic trick, the way Sarasota County Commissioners finessed their budget top line for next year. It started at a capital projects workshop where $50.5 million in projects were unfunded over the next five years. Even County Administrator Randall Reid called it “a shocking figure.” But when he suggested – among other ways – to raise the property tax rate, his trial balloon was shot down by one-twothree commissioners. Instead they demanded an analysis of how much they could cut into their reserve funds. For years during the budgeting process, county commissioners held sacrosanct a 90-day reserve fund to keep the county going through emergencies and disasters and financial shortfalls. The policy was adopted in 2007 when the bottom began to fall out of the property market. On May 14 by a 3-2 vote they made it official. They chopped the 90 days to 75 and walked away with more than $8 million to use in the next fiscal year.

Sarasota rapid transit anyone? Sarasota City Commissioners gave their approval to a new route proposed for a super-frequent bus line from the airport to downtown and further south. It’s called Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and – if approved, funded and built – would run down U.S. 41 every 10 minutes. Think of it as an above-ground

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subway. The city and county previously approved a route running along the Seminole Gulf Railroad right-of-way in the center of the city. The Federal Transit Administration paid for the study confirming the centrist route. But earlier this year, the city and county rejected it, and proposed either US 301 or US 41 as a preferred alternative. The county then asked the city which of the two – 301 or 41 – it preferred. The city came back resoundingly in favor of the US 41/Tamiami Trail alternative. If the county commission agrees, it will have to fund the $800,000 study to confirm the US 41 route is feasible. In the meantime, the county is angling to get the city to put up some funding to run the BRT, unwilling to carry the $1.5 million to $2.5 million annual expense.

Orioles break attendance record Sarasota’s spring training team the Baltimore Orioles played 17 home games this year and drew more than 120,000 fans to Ed Smith Stadium. It is a record for the city, which has been hosting spring training since 1924. The team then announced it is booking six youth baseball tournaments over the summer at Ed Smith and the Buck O’Neil Baseball Complex. “This is the largest state championship in summer baseball,” said Matt Bomeisl with the sponsor Project Wire. “Between the Buck O’Neil complex and the Ed Smith complex, Sarasota is a great location. The Orioles have first class venues that help us draw additional teams from out of the area.” Sarasota will not lack for top-notch baseball this summer.

41st Annual Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest By Trebor Britt

Top Left: Best Friends Brianna Popp (8) and Kaitlyn Bennett (9) of Sarasota, displaying their “participation medals” from the 41st Annual Sand Sculpting contest on Siesta Key. Not only was this their first competition, but they arrived on the beach at 6 AM to volunteer to help as well. Top Center: Family Time. Chip, Cheyenne (15) and Michelle Perling of Orlando, posing with their sculpture, “Free Your Mind”. After 3 hours and 58 minutes of sculpting, they took home the $100 First Place prize in the Adult Miscellaneous category. This is the third year they’ve competed here. Top Right: “Bad George II”. Mark Wilson of Clermont Florida, crouching next to his sand sculpture. He was awarded the 2nd Place prize in the Adult Miscellaneous category. This was his 3rd competition and his best finish. Bottom Right: A Triple Winner. Andy Daily of Sarasota, proudly displaying his sculpture titled, “Scallywag Handout”. Andy won First-Place in the Adult Humorous category, and won the Adult People’s Choice award, and the most coveted prize of all, the Adult Judges Choice award. This was only his fifth competition since starting to sand sculpt two years ago.

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He currently lives in Sarasota with his wife, and just celebrated their first wedding anniversary. Martini is certified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), and a First Responder, through the American Heart Association and the state of Florida. His EMT certification must be renewed every two years. Along with these, he also earned a high-surf jet-ski certification, training in Daytona and is a rescue and master diver. As part of his continuing education, Martini will attend a United States Lifeguard Association Academy (USLA) class in Ft. Lauderdale this December. Competition comes easy for Martini. He competes regularly in national and world lifeguard competitions. Not long ago he competed in the Gulgong Gold, a 47km swim, run, paddle and surf ski race in Australia. Later this year he will compete in the East Coast paddleboard championships and the ULSA lifeguard championships in Pompano. These championships include a lifeguard representative from almost every lifeguard agency in the state of Florida. The water/man aspect of being a lifeguard is very satisfying to him as he feels more comfortable and at peace in the water than he does on land. But he also loves interacting with beach patrons and helping to educate them about all the tropical animal diversity as well as teaching them about beach rules and ordinances. “Beachgoers should not be afraid to ask a lifeguard about swimming conditions, or why they’re flying a certain flag,” he said. When asked if he could spend a day with anyone living or deceased, without hesitation, Martini replied, “I have to say my father. He passed away when I was 10. The yellow lifeguard tower was his favorite tower to run to as a marathon runner. His funeral was held in the pavilion and we dumped his ashes in front of the yellow lifeguard tower. So his ashes are somewhere on the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. I enjoy working on the yellow lifeguard tower because it has so much meaning for myself and my family.” A graduate of Manatee high school, Martini also enjoys giving back. By donating his time, he has raised $8,000 for the junior lifeguard program. He has received rescue related awards from the city of Longboat, the city

of Sarasota, and Manatee County. In addition, he also received a heroism award from the city of Fort Lauderdale for actions he had taken during a hurricane. He related one of the incidents. “In 2007 a woman was being assaulted in the bathroom of Lido Beach. Myself and another lifeguard chased him for about a mile. After jumping a fence and then into a canal, we swam after him and apprehended the man. The man is now serving a 30 year sentence for that and various other crimes that he committed.” With all this training and experience, it’s reassuring to have such a well-qualified professional watching over our beach knowing we’re in good hands. And, proving the notion that a Martini may indeed be able to save your life could happen.

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Shirley Mason’s true life story as portrayed by Sally Field Aquatic Forms #1 The painting was entitled “Aquatic Forms #1, Shirley A. Mason”, but the title and her signature was covered by tape. It is thought that Ms. Mason did this in order to conceal her identity.

Blue Is The Color of Love According to Nancy Preston, author of Life After Sybil... From the Words of Shirley Mason, this title was probably used by Shirley and her alternates more than once as they referred to various pieces of their art. One of the alternates called Mary, named after Miss Mason’s grandmother, referred to her first watercolor as “Blue is the color of love.”

Tall Masts The original of this work is unsigned and is attributed to one of the alternate selves. Boats are a common image among the works of Mason and the alternate selves. Arguable, boats were images depicting means of possible escape for Mason who sought relief from a world of isolation, entrapment and pain.

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|Sybil Paintings - Shown in Sarasota Shirley Ardell Mason died in Lexington, Kentucky in 1998. A successful artist, she was also known by another, much more famous name: that of Sybil, an American psychiatric patient described as having multiple personality disorder, now called dissociative identity disorder. In 1973, a book was written by Flora Rheta Schreiber in collaboration with Dr. Cornelia Wilbur. Entitled Sybil, this book quickly garnered international interest and scrutiny and went on to become a best seller. A movie by the same title was released in 1976 starring Sally Field as Sybil and Joanne Woodward as Dr. Wilbur. The role earned an Emmy Award for Sally Field. This film was remade in 2007 starring Jessica Lange and Tammy Blanchard. Many of the “Hidden Paintings” were used in that movie. (“Hidden Paintings” were the art works created by Ms. Mason’s alternate “selves.”) Both the book and the two films used the pseudonym Sybil Isabel Dorsett to protect Mason’s identity. Why is the story of Sybil so compelling? It is a tale of a human spirit who survived unimaginable hardship. Shirley Ardell Mason was born in Minnesota on January 25, 1923, to a mother who was deeply sadistic and disturbed, and possibly schizophrenic. From the moment of birth Shirley was periodically subjected to horrific sexual abuse. It is believed that the child’s young mind went into protective mode and split into various dissociative states or “personalities” to absorb the experience and push away things that were far too painful to remember In the early 1950’s, Ms. Mason was a substitute teacher and a student at Columbia University who had long suffered from blackouts and emotional breakdowns. In 1954, she entered psychotherapy with Cornelia B. Wilbur, a Freudian psychiatrist. These sessions were to form the basis of the book. During her 11-year analysis, Ms. Mason was identified as having sixteen distinct personalities. Through the herculean efforts of Dr. Wilbur and the brave determination of her emotionally damaged patient, all sixteen selves ultimately integrated into one. Shirley Ardell Mason emerged from therapy in 1965, finally able to recall her early life and feelings. After Ms. Mason’s death at the age of 75 in 1998, her Kentucky home and its contents were prepared for auction. As the auctioneer was clearing out the house, his wife came across a closet containing stacks of National Geographic magazines. Behind these magazines which were boxes of art, letters, and other personal effects— treasures Ms. Mason had hidden from sight for nearly a quarter of a century. The owner of a local frame shop, a man by the name of Jim Ballard, attended that auction. He had heard about these hidden boxes filled with Ms Mason’s paintings and drawings, and knew in an instant it was art he could frame and sell. With no preconceived notion of what the art was about, he bought the entire group of paintings sight unseen. He knew a bit about Sybil, of

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course, but now he went home to open the boxes, look at the art, and familiarize himself with both book and movie. One hundred and three paintings were in Mr. Ballard’s original cache. As he went through these boxes, he was surprised to find one of his pictures reprinted in the book. Called Blue Is the Color of Love, this painting had brown packing tape glued over the artist’s signature. Further research was to tell Mr. Ballard that Ms. Mason had refused to put her name to any piece of art she did not recognize as her own. (It had been a disturbingly frequent occurrence for Ms. Mason to enter her studio and find work on the easel of which she had no conscious memory. It was assumed that these unsigned paintings in the collection were the work of her alternate “selves”.) Indeed, long before undergoing psychotherapy, Ms. Mason had written an editorial for the student paper at Mankata State University, where she was majoring in art. In this lengthy opinion piece, she passionately stated that no artist should ever put their name on any work or creation that was not their own. Other students found this subject a little odd, but to Ms. Mason, it was a serious issue. As Mr. Ballard dug though the boxes, he repeatedly found paintings and drawings with no artist signature whatsoever. Mr. Ballard realized that Ms. Mason did not wish to be connected to any art created by her other selves. She was reluctant, however, to give these pieces up. She had carefully stored these “Hidden Paintings” in the back of her closet until they were discovered in 1998. The paintings tell an extraordinary story, for Ms. Mason had spent her lifetime as a professional artist. Increasingly, as she underwent treatment, she was encouraged to use art as therapy, unlocking buried memories and feelings. For example, in a 1967 painting entitled Mother and Child, psychiatrists and art critics alike concluded it represented Shirley Mason’s final peace and closure with her abusive mother who had died nearly two decades earlier. These remarkable pieces have been exhibited at a gallery called Fresh A.I.R. (Artists in Recovery) in Columbus, Ohio. They have also been displayed in many other galleries, including the one at Vanderbilt University’s School of Medicine. Inspired by her traumatic childhood, artist Shirley Ardell Mason produced an extraordinary body of work. Equally fascinating are the back stories which accompany each individual piece of art. Today, the remaining 76 pieces discovered by Jim Ballard are all offered for sale at the Commodity Exchange at 1918 Bay Road in Sarasota. They can be viewed from 9-4 on M-F, and from 9-12 on Saturday Mr. Ballard can be reached by cell at 859.536.2666. Dick Dombro’s phone is 941.954.1488. Mr. Dombro is the owner of Commodity Exchange, which specializes in Antiques and Collectibles.

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After a long search for just the right mix of ingredients and flavor, Captain Curt’s of Siesta Key, introduced their very own brand of soda in April of this year. According to Brad Stewart, one of the owners, they attribute the great taste not only to the ingredients in the brew but the quality of the water used in producing their soda. The soda comes in six delicious flavors; Old-Tyme Root Beer, Granny’s Cream Soda, Crabby Grape, Sniki Tiki Black Cherry, Crabby Orange and Crabby Raspberry Lime Rickey. Once empty, the bottle becomes a unique take home souvenir featuring their four crab character labels; Crabby, Granny, Sniki Tiki, and the Backroom Saloon Cowboy Crab. You can also buy a cute carry out 4-pack at Captain Curt’s giftshop across the parking lot. The soda is so good, if you walk the 8-mile stretch of Siesta Key, you’ll actually hear adults and kids raving about it. Capt. Curt’s Village, 1200 Stickney Point Rd, Crescent Beach, 941-349-3885

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New sodas introduced April 2013 Crabby Grape,Granny’s Cream Soda, Old -Tyme Root Beer, Sniki Tiki Black Cherry, Crabby Orange, Crabby Raspberry Lime Rickey (Photo by Trebor Britt)

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Taylor Doeble (19) and Bree Williams (19) of Sarasota enjoying the new Captain Curt’s brand sodas on Siesta beach. (Photo by Trebor Britt)

Turtles Restaurant

By Paul Roat

|Dining done right. Turtle’s On Little Sarasota Bay does it all right: good food, great service, plus a spectacular bayfront dining vista. With 26 years of experience, the south Siesta Key landmark has endured and surpassed the test of time. The restaurant/bar/pub/ outside dining locale is located on Little Sarasota Bay at about the southernmost tip of Siesta Key, or by boat off Marker 48. As the mission statement of the restaurant states, “It is our goal to combine the charm of this romantic

Turtles restaurant has been in operation on south Siesta Key for 26 years. Dining on the deck at Turtles provides a panoramic view of Little Sarasota Bay. Photo by Paul Roat

waterfront setting with a dedication to offering only the freshest seafood and other fine cuisine at reasonable prices in a casual, friendly atmosphere.” Turtles floor-to-ceiling windows face Little Sarasota Bay. Tropical colors on walls combine with the bluegreen waters of the bay and the lush mangroves. Mirrors make the 260-seat restaurant seem even larger, yet scattered seating and a large bar plus expansive outdoor seating make the place seem cozy. The restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, plus a Sunday brunch. Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; dinner from 3 p.m. to closing. There is also an early bird special from 3-5 p.m. daily with a select menu at reduced prices and happy hour specials from 3-6 p.m. daily. Sunday brunch is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and dinner fare is very similar, with dinner prices a few dollars more. Lunch runs heavier on sandwiches, with dinner naturally featuring a more entrée options. Now for the food.

Lunch specialties, at $7, are probably the best deal. Popular is the Gulf of Mexico Mahi-Mahi sliders, two substantial pieces of tasty, flaky fish served with a variety of sides. Also good is the Cheeseburger in Paradise and the popular Chivito Steak Sandwich with its Spanish flair. All lunch specials are served with a choice of fries, house potato chips, onion strings, or cole slaw. Also popular for lunch at Turtles is Shrimp & Crab Scampi. The pasta dish is served with rolls and a house salad. Dinner starters offer 17 items from which to choose. Popular is Ahi Tuna and a Maine Lobster Cake, both at $8. Salad lovers seem to love the Fresh Large Garden Salad with grilled chicken or haddock, priced at $11 and served with rolls. “Simple Sensations” are priced at $12. The selections, with rolls and either fresh vegetable or starch, include Orange Pecan Chicken, Yankee Pot Roast, Saint Louis Style Spare Ribs, or Potato Crusted Haddock. Dinner specialties number 14. Popular is Coconut Crusted Mahi-Mahi at $16, Gulf Grouper Oscar at $20, Black Angus Prime Rib in a 10-ounce size ($22) or 12-ounce for $26. Sunday brunch is $8.99. Eggs and corned beef hash, Turtles Blueberry French Toast, Huevos Rancheros, Shrimp & Crab Au Gratin … there are 17 items to choose from, plus the complimentary mimosa, bloody mary, or orange juice. Early Bird costs $10.99 to $13.99. Entrees include Sapper New Orleans, Sole Picatta, Florida Grouper, or Filet Mignon, among others. Turtles is on Little Sarasota Bay on Siesta Key, 8875 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key, phone number 941-3462207, fax 941-346-3125, Web site turtlesrestaurant.com. There is a full bar. All major credit cards are accepted. After 26 years, Turtles is definitely a place that’s got it right when it comes to dining.

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The new unique efforts of fundraising began after the 2010 fireworks fell well short of their fundraising goal. Since it is a break even event, the chamber began to brainstorm ways they could continue the tradition. Thus the VIP Party was born. They also have hosted a few 5K runs. The creative thinking has continued, because the cost of the event continues to climb. This year’s fundraising events include the second annual Poker Tournament hosted by the Sarasota Kennel Club in the” One Eyed Jack’s” poker room. Another fundraiser is the, “Start the Fireworks” raffle. Individual tickets are sold, and the holder of the winning ticket receives a VIP Package and gets to go out on the beach and push the “TNT” plunger to start the 4th of July fireworks display. This is the third year of the “Start the Fireworks” raffle. “Should more funding come in then is needed for a particular year’s display, those funds are set aside for future years should they be needed,” Cooper said.

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For the 3rd consecutive year the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is offering the general public VIP Packages to enjoy the 23rd Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display. No need to fight for a parking space in Siesta Beach’s main parking lot as each VIP Package contains a parking permit, and two admissions to the VIP party. The party, which begins at 5 p.m. and will be located under the main picnic pavilion near the children’s playground, includes a delicious, fully-catered meal, beer, wine, soft drinks, and live entertainment. The entertainment consists of live music, face painting, and a strolling magician/balloon sculptor. Once the sun goes down, the VIP package patrons just step out onto the beach to a perfect location to watch and enjoy the spectacular display. The VIP packages cost $150 per couple, $15 for children up to 15 years and free for kids under 10 years. They can be purchased by calling the Chamber office at 941-349-3800 or by going to the Siesta Key Chamber website, www.siestakeychamber.com, where a link for the VIP package purchase will be located.

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The fireworks are launched directly from the beach, just north of the Siesta Key volleyball courts. Viewing is good from anywhere south and along Crescent Beach (south of Siesta Public Beach), out on the Gulf, or from the Intracoastal Waterway. The best view, however, is always from a blanket or beach chair directly on the soft powdery sands of Siesta Key Beach. Cooper asserts, “This patriotic event is specifically designed for the enjoyment of the community.” An estimated 20,000 to 30,000 will enjoy the Siesta Key fireworks over beautiful beach and sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico, which starts about 9:15 p.m. Tips: Remember to arrive early for parking, bring your own chair, plenty of sun screen and extra water.

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Food and Wine Pairings

By Mary Catherine Rooney, Siesta Key Wines, 5238C Ocean Blvd., Davidson Plaza in the Village, 941-552-9105 One of the best things about Florida is the seafood and the beginning of summer is the best time to explore pairing great food with great summer wines. Some people get intimidated by the idea of pairing wine and food, but one easy tip is to match your food and wine based on the region each comes from. Simply pick a type of food, ingredients, or style of cooking and then match that with a wine from that region. If all you can remember about pairing wine is “red with meat and white with fish”, then that is a good safe place to start. But it is just a rule of thumb, there isn’t actually a rule or law that says you can’t drink red wine with fish. Try not to get so caught up on that old saying so that you are afraid to try new combinations and find something that you actually like. Because we are going into Summertime in Florida the best type of food to focus on for pairings is seafood. When you pair seafood look to the regions that not only produce great wines, but that are also known for their seafood. This is important because most wines, especially European wines are crafted with the food the people eat in the region in mind. One of the many countries that produce great wine and are known for their seafood is Italy. One of the best white wines in Italy is Soave Classico, a great example of Soave Classico is Inama Vin Soave, It is a medium bodied white wine that is full of flavor. Citrus and apple flavors abound with a subtle minerality that makes this wine refreshingly crisp. These flavors will complement the succulent flavor and feel of flounder and scallops. The understated acidity will cut through a cream sauce and complement a lemon butter sauce. It

will also pair very nicely with a rich shrimp scampi. I know that over the years rosés have gotten a bad name, but don’t judge all rosés by the way a white zinfandel tastes. Most rosés do not taste anything like a white zin, so in your life you should try at least one rosé that is not a white zin. Try one from Spain, France, Italy, Argentina, or Chile; the majority of these rosés are not sweet and some can actually be bone dry. One that you should try is Mascarelli’s Rosato Colline Teatine. Rosato is an Italian form of rose’, this particular wine is made from the Montepulciano grape from Abruzzo Italy.Rosato is more red than pink and has strong fruity flavors with a dry finish. Try it with something that has a slight spice to it, think Caribbean jerk grouper or tilapia, for instance. For those of you who will only drink red wines, even in the summer, try the Piane’s Montepulciano d’Abruzzo. This is a light red wine that goes with everything from pizza to pasta and fish. Try a fish that has a stronger flavor when pairing it with a red wine, like grilled salmon or blackened red snapper. Although the rule of thumb, when selecting a wine for pairing, is that it should neither over-power the food nor should it be over-powered by the food. The most important thing to remember when you are trying to pair your wine and food is that it just needs to taste good to you, not to someone else who thinks they know everything there is to know about wine. Pick wines and foods that you like and don’t be afraid to experiment every once in awhile. You can find all of these wines and more at Siesta Key Wines.

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Who’s Playing Tonight

By Mike Sales

|Interview with Cort Farris Thursday is the night I play in the Village. On my break, I take a walk up the street around the corner to the Local Bean. Jen (owner) always knows I’m in a hurry, and whips up a fantastic coffee drink and sends me on my way with a cookie, back to the corner to spend just a few glorious minutes, standing on the sidewalk, eating my snack, watching the “Fe” band, entertain the crowd at The Hub. You never know who will join in and play with them, but the core group is comprised of Christian Becker, playing either bass or guitar, Garrett Dawson, also of Kettle of Fish, on percussion and Cort Farris, on steel pan, vocals and fronting the band. Cort’s responsibility isn’t limited to playing, as he also manages the music schedule for The Hub and

The Cottage, but, when you speak to him, you get the pleasant experience of knowing that enjoying the music is what he’s really all about. I interviewed him at his Arlington Park bungalow, earlier this month. WPT: Describe what you play? Cort: Island style music. I play steel pan…anything from the Beatles, Harry Bellefonte, Bob Marley and jazz/ island(y) originals. WPT: Do you play any originals in your show? Cort: I do. Story continued on page 19

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|Interview with Cort Farris WPT: You play with various different combos; do you play solo gigs? Cort: I do play solo gigs and I have my band “Fe” (pronounced; fee) we do trios and quartets. WPT: How did you get to Sarasota? Cort: I moved from New Jersey, right outside of Philadelphia. I brought a band and we moved to Bradenton, because we played all summer, but had to get other jobs in the off season, like giving music lessons or substitute teaching. We had a hard time breaking in, because everyone we approached wanted to know where else we had played…and we hadn’t played anywhere. The band returned to New Jersey, due to lack of gigs, but I stayed and played at SKOB at the open mic, where they offered me a regular gig on Sundays. WPT: What instrument were you playing when you came down here? Cort: Steel pan, percussion and drums. I got a gig with Chris Otto and Kettle of Fish and various local groups. I kind of broke into the scene that way, playing drums and got to know all of the musicians. WPT: How long have you been playing professionally? Cort: I started out on a drum set, when I was 16 and then eventually picked up the steel pan in 2000, so I’ve been playing for quite a while. WPT: What’s your best show business memory. Cort: I wouldn’t say it was a good memory, but we played a gig at the top of the Twin Towers in New York. We were on the helicopter pad. I’m not the biggest fan of heights and the wind was blowing. Those buildings, of course, aren’t there anymore and it’s an experience I’ll never forget.

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WPT: What are your career goals? Cort: I would like to just keep on playing live shows. I feel very fortunate that I get to do what I do. Not that I don’t wish to further my career, I want to keep recording and releasing original material. WPT: Do you currently have cd’s? Cort: I’m sold out, so I have to order more. WPT: Good problem to have. Cort: Yeah, and we’re working on another one. The current one is an instrumental jazz/island music album, but we’re working on a new one with vocals.

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WPT: Where are you recording. Cort: We’re debating right now between recording analogue and master to digital, or just recording everything straight to digital. Analogue is a much warmer sound that can be heard on songs recorded in the 90’s, but there’s always a money issue. WPT: What’s your message to your audience? Cort: To have a good time. We’re in paradise. There’s beautiful water, sand and sunsets. I really just want my audience to have a blast. (laughs) Cort plays every Sunday at Siesta Key Oyster Bar (SKOB) from 2-6pm. Cort Farris and the “Fe” band can be seen Thursday Nights 6:30-10pm at: The Hub Baja Grill featuring live music noon-10pm daily, is located at: 5148 Ocean Blvd Siesta Key FL 34242 (941) 349-6800 The Cottage featuring live music nightly is located at: 153 Avenida Messina Siesta Key FL 34242 (941) 312-9300 Mike Sales is a local singer/songwriter. For more info visit mikesalessings.com

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Arts on the Horizon June 1st - Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy – End of Season Garden Party! Saturday from 1-4pm and 6pm to 9pm – Whimsical attire optional… The art museum will close after the party for the summer and re-open next season. http://www.whimsymuseum.org/ RSVP requested 941-364-3399 June 1st & 2nd - Asiya Korepenova on piano Historic Asolo Theater - 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243

“The World Goes Round” – Florida Studio Theatre 6/01/2013 3:00pm – Florida Studio Theatre weekly - Sun and Sat until the end of June.

June 3rd to June 22nd - The Sarasota Music Festival brings young musicians from around the world to Sarasota for three weeks. World-renowned artists travel to Sarasota to mentor and perform, making this a magical experience with exceptional concerts. It showcases college-aged students and premier faculty artists from elite programs and symphonies, producing breathtaking concerts. It includes Thursday Artist showcases, Friday Festival Concerts and Saturday Symphonies with reasonable ticket pricing. www. sarasotaorchestra.org/sarasotamusicfestival

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June 8 to 9 - The 12th annual St. Armand’s Craft Festival in the park at the circle. Creative art including paintings, jewelry, ceramics, pottery and more will be on display. Free. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 7 to 28 - For the Love of Art - Venice Art Center 390 Nokomis Ave 34285 Ph. 941-485-7136

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June 1 to June 30 Animal Art Show North Port Art Center 10am to 2pm M-F Sat 10am to noon – admission is free. http://www.northportartcenter.com June 12 to 30 Don’t Cry for Me – Margaret Mitchell . Lemon Bay Playhouse – Englewood ph. 941-475-6756. www.lemonbayplayhouse.com June 14th - It’s “Friday Fest at the Van Wezel. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, food & drink available. This free concert will take place rain or shine; if it rains it will move indoors. Starts at 5 p.m. Fri, June 21st at 5pm Friday Fest! Yesterdayze (the 60’s) The Art Experience… is a group of artists presenting their works of art in a blind competition. They meet at the old Historic Venice Train Station the last Tuesday of every month at 7pm. Bring along a bottle of wine and foods to share and enjoy an evening with new friends and artists. Are you interested in experiencing the arts? The Lifelong Learning Academy at USF Sarasota campus offers several art classes over the summer. Classes start June 3rd. Check them out at: www.LLA-SM.org or (941) 359-4296 Island Gallery West Holmes Beach 6368 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach. www.IslandGallerywest.com June 1 to 29th Pottery The Gallery is open Monday through Saturday, 10 AM - 5 PM. displaying artwork by local co-op artists. Summer Circus Spectacular - The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art June 18th at 2:00PM - 3:30PM - weekly Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, and Sat until Aug 3rd. (941) 359-5700. An exhibition of circus talent on stage…. Entertainment for children of all ages!

What’s Happening …on the beach • Beach Hoop Dance Class – Thurs. 6:30 – 7:45pm. Register at www.outwardspiral.net • Free Yoga Mon-Wed.-Fri.-Sat. 9-10:30 am. Classes held between blue & green lifeguard station. Call 941-320-6693 to register or www.yogaonsiestabeach.com • NIA Tues. & Thurs. 9 a.m., Siesta Public Beach (yellow lifeguard chair) Joy Donation: $10 Contact Kathy Oravec at 941-724-9719 or Kathyoravec@gmail.com

• June 8 (Sat) - Running Water 5k. 7-11a.m. Proceeds from this race will bring 12,000 Costa Ricans disease free drinking water. For more information go to: www.active. com/running/sarasota-fl/running-water-5k-2013 • June 13 (Thurs) - Pan Am Games Open Water Swim 6a.m.-3p.m. The final day of the 2013 Pan American Masters Championship will be held on Siesta Key beach. This will be the first time the USA has hosted the biennial event. For a full schedule or more information go to: www.panamericanmasters2013.org

• Pilates on Siesta Key Beach – Mon & Wed 6pm. Sun. 9:30am. Cost: $10.(yellow lifeguard station). Register online: http://www.studiorubylake.com • Drum Circle – Every Sunday two hours before sunset and lasts until around 10pm. South of the main pavillion. • June 23 (Sun) – Full Moom Meditation 7:30-9pm. Far North end of the main public parking lot and enter into beach there. Open to the public. Donations accepted. http://erinnearth.wix.com/home#!workshops • June 4,11,1,25 (Tues) - Kids Summer Beach Runs. 5:307:30p.m. For more information, call 861-5000.

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1. What does it mean when my dog’s nose it dry? Should I seek help? Dry nose is a good thing. If the nose is cracked, crusty or losing color, that is a problem. If you note excessive discharge of the nose or yellow discharge, then you should seek veterinary help. Any blood from the nose one or two nostrils need to be checked out as soon as possible. 2. Reasons why I should not feed my dog table scraps. Most dogs love table scraps and anything from your hands is good to them. However, we tend to add spices and seasonings, which can be harsh to the untrained stomach of a dog on regular dog food. Pancreatitis is a possible complication of feeding food the pet is not used to. Vomiting as well as diarrhea can also occur after eating table scraps. Most of all, feeding your dog table scraps breeds bad habits: dog drooling on you and your guests, begging with paws and nudging with nose constantly are just not good behaviors. In rare cases, dogs can also become aggressive. 3. Why do we not vaccinate pets for Lyme Disease in Florida. Actually many people vaccinate their dogs for Lyme Disease in Florida. In this state the tick that carries the disease, black-legged deer tick, is not as common as in more woody lands like the Carolinas. Also, many pets live in the cities as opposed to the country side, and thus are less likely to be exposed to this type of tick. 4. Which dog breeds are predisposed for disc diseases and why? There are two types of disc diseases: type I and type II. The type I disc is sudden and herniation/extrusion of the center of the disc into the canal through the ring of the disc. This can happen with trauma or in dogs that have long bodies and short legs (chondodystrophic breeds). These breeds have a congenital and hereditary disease that leads to the center of the disc, which becomes calcified and loses its shock absorbance capacity. These discs can herniate without trauma. Type II is a bulging type of disc and tends to occur in the lower back or in the neck area. Ususally large breed dogs, like Shepherds, are affected by this type.In this case, the problems occur progressively over time. Both types (I and II) may require surgery, but may be resolved with medical care. If surgery is needed, please seek a veterinary neurologist/neurosurgeon.

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We are seeing our market priced listings receive multiple offers within the first several days of being on the market,” reports Keith M. Redding, Broker with Key Solutions Real Estate on Siesta Key. “The lack of inventory coupled with an abundance of buyers looking to take advantage of the low interest rates and discounted sales prices, has sparked the rebound of our market. Our agents are citing that many of buyers are thinking ahead. Even with retirement years away, many buyers want to purchase their second or retirement homes while prices are still low.” Statewide closed sales of existing single-family homes totaled 20,662 in April, a more than 17.4 percent increase compared to the year-ago figure. Over 1,000 of these sales were from Members of the Sarasota Association of Realtors. In the 90 year history of the Sarasota Association of Realtors, only 10 months have ever surpassed 1,000 sales. When asked about these sales figures, Redding said, “The number of sales are not a surprise to anyone in the industry. April could easily have been a record setting month if more inventory was available.” In addition to the increase in sales, the values have also seen a substantial spike. The median sales price of single family homes in the Sarasota area has shown a substantial increase from $175,000 in April of 2012, to $217,000 for April 2013, which is the highest level since 2008. The inventory remains at its lowest level in a decade, decreasing by an additional 19 percent from April 2012 to this past April. Meanwhile, current pending sales, which are properties that are under contract but not yet closed, for existing single-family homes last month rose 31.9 percent over the previous April. “By considering these numbers for pending sales, there is a good indication that the upcoming summer months will be strong as well,” said Redding The single family homes market was not the only segment showing resurgence in Florida this past April. 11,183 condos and townhomes were sold statewide, an increase of 13.6 percent from April of 2012. Meanwhile, pending sales for these properties are up over 22.7 percent from last year. “The resurgence in the condo market stems from the still depreciated pricing of these types of property. Many buyers prefer the ease of owning a condo as a second home or vacation property. The majority of Key Solution’s buyers cited the trending increase in the values of property as to why they decided to make their purchase this year,“ replied Redding when

asked about the significant increase in transactions involving condos. “They have seen the increase in pricing from last year to this year and didn’t want to let the opportunity pass them by. If the trend continues, each month that people wait to buy will cost them money.” According to the Florida Association of Realtors, the inventory for single-family homes stood at a 5.2-months’ supply in April; inventory for townhouse-condos was at a 5.6-months’ supply. The same report cited FAR Chief Economist Dr. John Tuccillo as saying, “To a certain extent, the real estate story remains the same: prices and sales are up and inventory is low. We are also seeing a continued stabilization of the distressed property market with short sales down, and foreclosure and REO (real estate owned) sales essentially unchanged. But there is also a bit more to the story.” He also stated, “Because the government is selling foreclosed properties in bulk and also using online auctions, our sales numbers actually understate the vigor of the market. The increased importance of government sales in this market is reflected in the continuing fall in inventory in MLS listings.” Given all of the information, the question remains, what does this mean for buyers and sellers? According to Redding, “This is a great time to be a buyer or a seller. With property values well below the peak and interest rates still historically low, buyers can take advantage. For sellers, the inventory on the market is so low, that if you price your home according to market value, buyers will be flocking to your property.” Keith M. Redding is a Broker Owner at Key Solutions Real Estate located on Siesta Key. He has been licensed for more than 8 years and is part of an executive team responsible for over $500m in real estate sales. Keith has earned the FIVE STAR Best in Client Satisfaction Award from Sarasota Magazine 5 consecutive years in addition to several Multi-Million Dollar Producer Awards. To find out more information about the Sarasota real estate market, or to get a free home market evaluation, call Keith Redding at (941)894-1255 or visit www. keysolutionsrealestate.com

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Grades Pre-K and K: Adventure abounds for the wee ones at the Siesta Key Campus of ODA. A Little Explorers Camp is offered to those children about to enter Pre-K and K. These stalwart young campers will be exploring the world through stimulating activities and exhilarating theme-day adventures. Little Explorers Camp runs six weekly sessions from June 10 through July 26. These six weekly sessions include science, art, music, fun, story time adventures, outdoor games, bricks 4 kidz Legos classes, fun food projects, water fun and much, much more. Classes are taught by two experienced ODA teachers trained in Early Childhood Education. The maximum number of students allowed in each session will be 20. • Week 1 (June 10-14) flies under the pirate flag of Treasure Hunters. Here, kids will make treasure maps, hunt treasure, and get wet and wild on water day. • Week 2 (June 17-21) is Icky-Sticky Science. Children are encouraged to become mad scientists for the week. They will create potions, concoctions, fun food experiments, and other things scientific. • Week 3 (June 24-28) is Dino-Mite. Kids dig for fossils, experiment with fossil making, dinosaur art projects, outdoor themed games, and learn how to create foods only a dino would love. (Yum!) • Week 4 (July 8-12) will be Under the Sea. Students make their own sea creatures and embark on water adventures as they study life beneath the sea. • Week 5 (July 15-19) is called Lights, Camera, Action! Young Hollywood Wannabes immerse themselves in dramatic play, dress-up, music games, expressive art, and interactive sports games. • Week 6 (July 22-26) is Going Green. In this final session, campers create art project using recycled goods. They will also explore the outdoors through fun nature activities and games, and embark on exciting scavenger hunts. Grades I – 5, CAMP BANYAN: ODA also has an exciting day-camp program for students entering Grades 1-5. Formerly called Camp ODA, this newly named Camp Banyan offers campers two field trips each week by bus to various locations. Here they will not only learn to create cool art projects, they will also try their hand at being scientists in science workshops. They will learn acting techniques in drama class, build themed logo structures in bricks 4 kidz class, play sports games, and learn how to work as a team in our team building workshops. Tennis lessons will be given each week on the courts. Camp Banyan runs four oneweek sessions from 9 am to 3 pm at the Uihlein Campus in Lakewood Ranch.

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• Week 1 (June 24-28) is Rip Roaring Adventure Week. Here, elementary age campers will try out the Ropes Course at MOSI. They will also take archery classes and go hiking in local nature parks. • Week 2 (July 8-12) is the Wonderful World of Magic. Here, kids will try their hand at the world of illusion and magic. They will make far-out science concoctions, and create some cool illusions with art. There will be fun circus day activities, and perhaps even a trip to the BIG TOP. • Week 3 (July 15-19) is Call of the Wild. This week promises to be amazing! Kids travel to Big Cat Habitat for some up-close encounters of the animal kind. •Week 4 (July 22-26) is The Sea is Calling Me. In this session, kids become marine biologists for the week as they visit the shark tooth capitol of the world. Here they will dig for fossils as well as get up-close and personal with marine life at Mote aquarium. Before the week is out there will have completed an array of hands-on science projects. Finally, summer camp ends with a SPLASH as campers experience a fun Friday of water adventures. GRADES 1 – 7, THUNDER ALL-SPORTS CAMP: ODA also offers a two-week program for students, Grades I through 7. These campers are to be grouped by grade. Each day they will rotate through a variety of team sports and games. Some of the activities include: basketball, flag-football, volleyball, kickball, dodgeball, track, and a variety of group games. This is a fun, nopressure camp that gets kids moving and excited about being active and doing sports with friends. • June 10-14 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. • June 17-21 9:00 am to 3:00 pm ODA also offers a SUMMER ACADEMY for High school Students, where credit can be received for courses taken. More information on all these summer programs and fees can be found at: www.oda.edu/summer. Outof-Door Academy’s Tammy Strot has been newly named as Director of Summer Camps. She can be reached at tstrot@oda.edu or by phone at 941.444-6965.

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Beach Reads You’ve got your summer all planned out. So what are you going to read this year? How about these great suggestions…. June: Once summer officially starts, load up on more novels. Mary Kay Andrews has a new one coming out; so do Carl Hiaasen, Dorothea Benton Frank, Jeannette Walls, Barbara Delinsky, Marsha Clark, and James Patterson (with Howard Roughan). There’s a new bio on Willie, Waylon, and Kris Kristofferson due in June. Jen Lancaster comes out with another great book. You’ll also find biographies by farmer Mardi Jo Link, and a new book about President Obama. Historians will love June’s offerings: a book on the 1936 Berlin Olympics; one about the wives of early astronauts; a book about the Revolutionary War; and a book about American prosperity in each of the 50 states. There’s also a great book for doglovers coming up in June, as well as some fun crafts books, yummy cookbooks, and a new Dr. Who book. July: Jump into July with a new novel by Laurell K. Hamilton, Jude Devereaux, or Karin Slaughter. Then work your way through the month with others by Catherine Coulter, Chuck Klosterman, Iris Johansen, Chris Bohjalian, Carole Radizwell, Zane, and Danielle Steele. There are a lot of books for self-

improvement coming out this month: one on dating, one on mating, some on making your life better, and a humorous book on epic fails in life and love. You’ll also find some great summertime cookbooks in July, too. Look for a new book about Orson Welles; a book for new teachers; a rockin’ new book on the Rolling Stones; and some fun new crossword puzzle books. August: You might be winding down your summertime, but the books keep on coming… Look for last-minute-of-the-season books by James Patterson (with David Ellis) to begin the month. Then plow through new novels by Faye Kellerman, Anne Rivers Siddons; Erica Spindler, Karen Robards, Debbie Macomber, Diane Mott Davidson, Edwidge Danticat, Emma McLaughlin, and Kathy Reichs. There’s a new financial book coming out by Clark Howard in August; an autobiography by Ricky Skaggs; and a pile of new cookbooks to take you into fall. And now for the disclaimer: some books can be cancelled or rescheduled. This isn’t a definitive list. And if you didn’t see your favorite author or subject on this list, then ask your favorite bookseller or librarian for more excellent suggestions.

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|Power to people in Sarasota had flickering history. As summer temperatures surge and Sarasota’s residents and visitors start to wilt in the heat, airconditioners and the electricity needed to run them today is a foregone conclusion. It wasn’t always that way. Not by a long shot. Sarasota’s first electric light system operated by H.P. Porter, approved by voters, and awarded April 8, 1909. Several years passed before Porter flipped the switch to the Sarasota Ice & Power Co., located at State Street and Lemon Avenue. It wasn’t greeted with huge cheers by residents. This is how Karl Grismer put it in his book “The Story of Sarasota.” “The electric service couldn’t be depended upon. Hardly a night passed without at least one breakdown at the light plant. Moreover, the current was turned on only from dusk to midnight. On moonlit nights, there were no street lights at all. During the daytime, no current was available for electrical appliances. “Not until Dec. 7, 1911, did the company graciously condescend to provide ‘breakfast’ current, from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. During the winter, it’s still dark at 6 a.m. — but that made no difference. The company insisted it couldn’t give any more ‘concessions.’” June marked a highlight that probably did more to get the Sarasota Ice & Power Co.’s switch thrown. Grismer described it this way. “It announced with pride on June 8, 1916, that beginning the following day it would inaugurate an ‘ironing service’ from 7 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday. ‘We trust,’ said the company, ‘that the women of Sarasota will make the fullest use of this innovation.’ They did. But they weren’t satisfied. They couldn’t understand why

the company couldn’t let the current on all day long so they could iron whenever they cared to. But that was too much to expect.” Voters got fed up and approved purchase of the plant a few years later. On Jan. 15, 1920, the city’s new electric company finished the long-awaited improvements. Power was provided to the business and residential areas of the city — day and night! — and there were even street lights on Main Street. Things went smoothly for years. Then, in the 1940s, all decided that Sarasota needed a deepwater port facility. They sold the power plant to Florida Power and Light Co. for $1 million. FPL built a new plant near Payne Terminal at 10th Street on U.S. 41 and turned on the juice Jan. 18, 1946. The plant added and added its capacity until it was decommissioned in 1965. The “port” at Payne Terminal had one deepwater ship arrive and depart. There was some good to come of the port fiasco, though: all the dredged material was used to create City Island, home of the Sarasota Sailing Squadron and Mote Marine Laboratory, among other entities. Factoid: The man generally regarded as the father of air conditioning was Dr. John Gorrie of Apalachicola, Fla. He determined that cooling his patients aided in their recovery of various ailments and eventually patented the first ice-making machine on May 6, 1851. His work in the world of ice eventually led to those cool summer days we enjoy compliments of our air conditioners.

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From Donnarose A: ~ “You can tell it’s a positive spirit that’s near, when your body feels comfort instead of fear.” ~Donnarose Melvin Well Margaret, after literally being in the presence of many hundreds of spirits, I’ve come to know this to be true. That when it’s a loving presence near you, your body will feel more at ease and more comforted. And you will then know that this spirit, whether it’s your loved one or other, will emanate loving peaceful energy with intentions only to help not harm you. So in this case definitely pay close attention to any messages and follow through with them. If there is a negative energy/entity near you, your body will feel uneasy or tense. You will feel like your energy is being dragged down. But truly, no worries, as you can quickly dismiss this dark energy. If you are in a place where you can’t do too much, simply think a positive or even a funny thought. This will raise your vibration which won’t work with keeping negative spirits around, as they vibrate at a lower level of energy. If you can elaborate, just say to yourself or out loud if appropriate, “you are not invited here, go to the light, love love love, I am love and I trust God” (or whatever you call your Higher power). You will feel this immediate release and will feel lighter. Continue to keep this firm energy within you that gives the vibe that you will only allow around you, energies that are based on love. And rest assured that when you feel a presence, it will be a loving spirit ready to assist you. As I like to say, stay in the light, and it will keep things bright! Happy connecting! ~♥ Donnarose Melvin is a professional psychic, medium and energy healer, whose pleasure is to assist clients worldwide. She incorporates knowledge from her degree in psychology, along with her clairvoyant, clairaudient, clairsentient and empathic gifts to guide her clients towards peace and success. Please send your questions to GoWithYourSoul@gmail.com or private message her via facebook: Go With Your Soul. Donnarose will select questions each month to share with you. She regrets that unpublished questions cannot be answered individually. ~ ♥

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|Hurricane stuff you know, or not. Here’s the list of items experts strongly advise you have on hand to weather a hurricane, in no particular order. Fire extinguisher. Clean containers to store water, one gallon per person per day. Food, canned and dry. Manual can opener. Hand tools: Hammer, nails, ax, knife, pliers, handsaw, screwdrivers. Electric drill with screwdriver bits to install bolts for window protection. Unscented bleach to purify water (eight drops per gallon). Soap. One flashlight per person with spare batteries. Battery-operated radio. First-aid kit: Bandages, gauze, scissors, petroleum jelly, antiseptic spray, hydrogen peroxide, antacids, aspirin, thermometer, rubbing alcohol. Extra prescription medicine as needed. Matches, preferably wooden. Disposable eating utensils and plates. Toilet paper. Mosquito repellent. Gallon-size plastic freezer bags to fill with water to make ice. Needle and thread. Whistle and air horn. Disinfectant. Grill or Sterno stove with extra fuel. Oven mitts. Lantern with extra fuel. Garbage bags. Rope or heavy cord, 100 feet. Tarpaulin to make temporary roof repairs. Chainsaw and extra fuel. Backup generator and extra fuel. OK. Now for the real hurricane advice for the real blow. A totally unscientific poll of a handful of the handiest folks we could think resulted in a “tool time” question, targeted mostly for homeowners but also useful for condo dwellers: What are the most important tools you could have before, during, and after a storm? And please keep the price to less than $100. Tool Tim gave the matter quite a bit of thought and provided a thoughtful answer of one of those nifty inverters that you can plug into a cigarette lighter in your vehicle and transform the DC current from the battery into AC to power stuff in your home.

No, you can’t run your air-conditioner off it, but you can charge your rechargeable batteries — you do have those, right? — cellphone, laptop computer, even a fan or light in your house if/when the power goes out. Get a big one. Bigger is definitely better in this inverter case, so splurge. Tool Jack was a bit more pragmatic: Heavy-weight gloves and work boots that are nail-resistant. “If you’re trying to clear debris, you’re gonna be useless in a half-hour if you’re all cut up and limping,” he said, pointing out that rusty nails from dismantled roofs will be everywhere, including your feet and car tires. Duh?! Tool Jack then went into a post-disaster mode, suggesting a raft of debris-clearing items. Get a little sledgehammer, something you can swing for a long time, to break up what’s left of your roof which may now be in your driveway. A crowbar-type device would be good to have, too, and some sort of saw or shears to cut through that cheap metal that seems to be everywhere in any type of rubble. Don’t forget a shovel to dig up what’s left of your landscaping, and a rake to finish the job. Jack suggested lots of big, heavy, industrial-size plastic bags for all the debris. He should know: His son lost his mobile home in Punta Gorda post-Hurricane Charley and did a lot of cleanup down there. Tool Jo Ann suggested a screw gun, or cordless, rechargeable screwdriver, as No. 1 on her hit parade. Actually, so did the rest if the Tool Crew, but not at the top of their lists. Make sure you’ve got a set of sharp bits. Spare rechargeable batteries are

a good idea. Remember that inverter mentioned above? Right. And another echo from the Tool Crew was a chainsaw. I know, they’ve got all those sharp moving parts that can take off your leg, they’re noisy, and lots of people are scared witless about them. But chainsaws are just tools. Look before you cut, figure out what you’re doing, and you should be fine. And then there is the generator issue. Tool Tim pointed out that the most dangerous aspect of a generator is the fool that hasn’t read the directions about how to use it. No, you can’t set it up in your living room if you want to live through the night. No, you can’t run it 24/7 unless you want it to explode since they tend to overheat. No, you can’t get crafty and work one of those male-to-male electric cords that let you plug the generator into any outlet and power up the whole house, unless you want to electrocute the electric company crew three blocks away with the juice that flows, augmented, from your generator to them. No, you can’t figure to pour more gas into the overheated generator while it’s running on empty unless you want to blow yourself up when you spill the fuel on the hot parts. Speaking of fuel is another scary issue. Depending on size and consumption rate, generators — and chain saws — need quite a bit. That means you’ve got gallons and gallons of gas sitting around in your garage or carport or somewhere for a long time, just wishing for a match to explode. Be careful with all that.

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6631 Midnight Pass Rd, Crescent Plaza 941.349.4024 | www.miguelsrestaurant.net Miguel’s is a family owned restaurant that specializes in French and Continental cuisine. Serving Siesta Key since 1983, they offer a wide selection of appetizers, a Caesar salad for two, perfectly prepared at your table and include fresh gulf seafood, choicest cuts of filet mignon, delicious poultry and veal dishes among their entrees. Finish the night off with decadent desserts including banana fosters, cherries jubilee and traditional creme caramel. Miguel’s also has an extensive wine selection and a full bar.

|Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures

1518 Stickney Point Rd., In the Boatyard Village | 941-379-4222 www.SarasotaWindAndWater.com We are located in the Boatyard Village, right off the south Siesta Key Bridge. Our shop offers kiteboarding lessons, paddle board lessons, sunset boat cruises, tubing, water skiing, fishing charters and other water sports. Our mission is simple: provide the best products and service to our customers at the lowest prices possible. We take great pride in our company, our commitment to customer service and in the products we sell. We always try to meet or beat any reasonable quote. Store Hours: Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday by appointment.

|Siesta Key Bike & Kayak, LLC

www.siestakeybikeandkayak.com 1224 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.346.0891 Siesta Key Bike and Kayak, located on Siesta Key is family owned and operated serving Siesta Key, Lido Beach, Turtle Beach, Crescent Beach, Sarasota and the surrounding areas. We offer a variety of energizing and relaxing things to do while you visit this beautiful scenic area. We offer quality equipment and a friendly reliable expert staff so that you can get the most from your vacation... GUARANTEED.

|Big Water Fish Market

6641 Midnight Pass Rd., Crescent Plaza 941.554.8101 Offers fresh-from-the-docks seafood along with a variety of complementing sides. They also offer a catering service with selections such as clam bakes, oyster roasts and beach picnic baskets. Come in and choose your own fresh catch or try one of their lunch specials where everything is always good and always fresh.

|The Orange Octopus

|Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar

www.captaincurts.com 1200 Old Stickney Point Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.349.3885 | brad@captaincurts.com A family seafood restaurant. Fish, seafood, prime rib, baby back ribs, baskets, sandwiches, salads & children’s menu. Full bar. Happy hour 4-6pm featuring The Back Room Saloon & Sports Bar. Live entertainment. Daily lunch & dinner specials. Gift Shop. Open 7 days a week.

|Jonny’s Free Beach Rides

www.jonnysfreebeachrides.com Siesta Key | 941.306.9097 Jonny’s Free Beach Rides is the original free ride on Siesta Key. Now entering our third year of providing a fun, safe and ecofriendly way to cruz the Key. Our service route extends from Turtle Beach to Siesta Key Village and allows you the freedom to enjoy the Village or beach without the hassle of trying to find a parking spot. Our electric vehicle seats up to six passengers and our friendly drivers will happily provide you with all the highlights the island has to offer. We now also offer shuttle service to and from Best Western Hotel. Operating hours are from 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. daily. Call 941-306-9097

1220 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242 | 941.346.8080 Home of the orange squeeze! Featuring hand-mixed ice cream, coffees, shakes, malts, |The Green Turtle Souvenir sundaes, smoothies, candles and fudge. Ask us about our ice cream parties! Located behind & Gift Store Captain Curt’s Restaurant on the corner of 6525 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242 Midnight Pass & Old Stickney Point Road. 941.349.4751 Siesta Key’s most friendly & unique Open daily until 9:30pm. shopping spot! You’ll find gifts, souvenirs, beach fashions, beach supplies, beach cover|Siesta Sports Rentals ups, ladies & junior fashions, plus a super www.siestasportsrentals.com men’s line! Siesta Key’s largest seashell & coral 6551 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key, FL selection! 941-346-1797 | Fax: 941-346-1954 Located on beautiful Siesta Key Island providing you with hours of fun, whether |Siesta 4-Rent vacationing or living in Florida, we offer you www.siesta4rent.com the opportunity to see Sarasota and Siesta 6555 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 Key, Florida the way it was meant to be seen. 941.349.5500 | 877.482.5550 Just steps from Crescent Beach, we provide rentals@siesta4rent.com friendly, quality service at affordable prices. We offer Studios – 5 BR condos and Homes Delivery and pick up available. Mention you here on beautiful Siesta Key Beach. All units found our web site and we will give a discount fully equipped, most directly on the beach off your next rental. Stop by and say hello. or beach access. Pets welcome at some. Call or check website for rates. 1 week minimum required.

|Crescent Beach Grocery

1211 Old Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL Owners: Nancy Connelly & Bill Singleton 941.312.0472 The Crescent Beach Grocery is Siesta Key’s premier full-service grocery store. Carrying an extremely wide range of groceries, sundries, beer, wine, delicatessen items and fresh-cut meat – as well as practically anything else you can think of – the grocery caters to the needs of both residents and visitors on Siesta Key. The store is particularly well-known for providing good value, personal service and a warm, friendly environment.

ATM & Banks Bank of America........................................ A-3 #3 Bars & Nightclubs Capt. Curt’s Backroom Saloon................B-3 #7 Crescent Club........................................... C-3 #13 Sniki Tiki....................................................B-3 #8 Delis & Sandwiches Anna’s Sandwiches................................ C-3 #14 The Beach Deli @ Crescent Beach Grocery..... ......................................................................B-3 #1 DRUG STORES Davidson’s Drugs..................................... C-3 #14 Fashion & Accessories CB’s Saltwater Outfitters........................ A-3 #4 Coconuts Fashion.....................B-3 #1 & B-3 #8 Green Turtle Swimwear......................... C-3 #14 Key Casual Fashions............................... D-4 #17 Things You Like...................................... C-3 #14 Gifts & Souvenirs Capt. Curt’s Souvenirs.............................B-3 #8 Green Turtle Shells & Gifts................. C-3 #14 The Silversmith ...................................... D-4 #17 Silver City Jewelry.................................. C-3 #14 Health & Beauty Lorraine’s Beauty & Barber.....................B-3 #8 Salon Siesta............................................... D-4 #17 Siesta Key Salon & Spa........................... C-3 #14 The Key Spa & Salon.............................. A-5 #12 Ice Cream & Treats Orange Octopus .......................................B-3 #8 INTERNET / WiFi SERVICES Davidson’s Drugs.................................... C-3 #14 Mail Pack Center.................................... C-3 #14 Liquor Stores Crescent Beach Grocery...........................B-3 #1 Crescent Club............................................B-3 #13 Siesta Spirits............................................. C-4 #17 Mailing & Shipping Mail Pack Center.................................... C-3 #14 US Post Office Sub Station..................... C-3 #14 Markets 7-11 Store.................................................. C-3 #16 Big Water Fish Market.......................... C-4 #17 Crescent Beach Grocery..........................B-3 #1 Miscellaneous Moving & Storage....................................B-3 #10 Flowers by Fudgie................................... D-3 #17 Real Estate / RENTALS Beckmann Realty........................................B-3 #8 Homes & Condo Rentals........................ D-3 #17 Moynihan Realty..................................... D-3 #17 Re/Max Tropical Sands............................B-3 #1 Siesta 4-Rent.............................................. C-3 #1 Restaurants

Boatyard Waterfront Bar & Grill.................A-5 #12 Capt. Curts Crab & Oyster Bar.................B-3 #7

City Pizza Italian Restaurant............... D-3 #17 Clayton’s Siesta Grille...............................B-3 #9 Javier’s Restaurant.................................. C-3 #17 Miguel’s Restaurant............................... C-3 #17 Water Sports - Fishing - RENTALS A to Z Beach & Bike Rentals.................. A-5 #12 CB’s Saltwater Outfitters........................ A-3 #4 Sarasota Wind and Water Adventures.A-5 #12 Siesta Key Bike & Kayak . ......................B-3 #8 Siesta Key Jetski (inside CB’s)................. A-3 #4 Siesta Key Marina..................................... A-4 #5 Siesta Key Parasailing............................... A-4 #5 Siesta Key Watersports........................... A-5 #12 Siesta Paddle Sports................................ D-4 #17 Siesta Sports Rentals............................. C-3 #14 Waves Boat & Social Club...................... A-5 #12

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Seaside Resort Rentals Weekly, Monthly & Seasonal Vacation Rentals for every budget. Specializing in Siesta Key. Annual Rentals too. Seaside Resort Rentals & Management, Inc. 1715 Stickney Point Road, Unit C 8 Sarasota, FL 34231 (941) 923-6077 • (888) 428-5678 Fax: (941)923-7312 www.seasidemgmt.com

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Siesta Key Drum Circle Siesta Beach has become the home to what is considered one of the largest drum circles in the nation. This is not a commercial event but local phenomenon that began spontaneously and now has a life of its own. If you’re visiting the area, or live nearby be sure to check this one out. There are loads of drummers and belly dancers plus lots of families, beach going onlookers, & curious tourists, especially during the winter tourist season when the crowds can swell into the thousands. Bring a blanket or chair, most everyone does. It happens every Sunday starting a couple of hours before sunset, and ends around 10 PM. This gathering meets up just south of the main pavilion between lifeguard stands 3 and 4 on Siesta Public Beach. Just follow your ears. This is true community - freeform drumming, open to the public and entirely improvised in-the-moment. Instruments center around drums and percussion, but may include other instruments such as flutes, didgeridoos, and other non-percussion instruments. Participation is voluntary and includes singing or chanting, dancing, relaxing, and listening. It’s always a good time with solid musicality, dancing, and a great vibe. Admission is free. The Siesta Key Beach address is: 948 Beach Road, Sarasota, Florida 34242 to get more info visit the website www.drumcircles.net/sarasota.html or there is a Yahoo group, and a Facebook group named “Siesta Key Drum Circle” just search for them.

941-306-1246 Annual & Seasonal Rentals Available

Professional Property Management & Rentals

Unit 109 Sea Shell Condominium, Siesta Key FL

www.sarasotabeachrentals.com

2 Beds, 2 Baths, Pool. Sea Shell Condominium is located directly on the beach and has many amenities and features to make any Siesta Key vacation very enjoyable.

800.486.4557

Robasota Real Estate (Roberti Companies)

5379 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 •P: 941-926-1800 www.robasotarealestate.com

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Outstanding Agents. Outstanding Results.

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AccommodAtions Siesta Beach Resort .......................Map-A #38A ARt GALLERY / stUdio Calle Studios ........................................Map-B #32 Atm / BAnKs ATM ..................................................... Map-C #53 PNC ATM............................................ Map-C #61 Martin Funding .....................................Map-E #1 Sun Trust Bank & ATM ........................Map-E #4 BAKERY & dELi A Taste of Germany ...........................Map-C #53 Heavenly Cupcakes ............................Map-B #50 Village Eats.......................................... Map-C #24 BARs & niGHtcLUBs Blase Café ............................................Map-A #38 Blu Que Island Grill ........................... Map-C #57 Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar ...............Map-B #42-43 Gilligan’s ..............................................Map-B #33 Old Salty Dog ........................................Map-E #2 Siesta Key Oyster Bar ....................... Map-B #45 The Beach Club ...................................Map-D #22 The Cottage ......................................... Map-C #58 The Hub-Baja Grill .............................Map-D #59 BooK stoREs Used Book Heaven..............................Map-B #48 coFFEE sHoPs Lelu’s Coffee Lounge ..........................Map-B #31 The Local Bean.................................. Map-D #62 dRUG & HARdWARE Davidson’s Drugs...............................Map-D #65 Village Hardware ............................... Map-C #26

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FAsHion & AccEssoRiEs Aqua Beachwear ............................... Map-D #12 Beach Bazaar ..................................... Map-C #28 Beach Bazaar’s Swin Shack ............ Map-C #28 Blvd. Beachwear ................................. Map-B #30 Comfort Shoes-Birki & More.........Map-D #64 Foxy Lady Fashions .......................... Map-A #40 Island Cotton Company ....................Map-C #29 Le Grand Bisou Chic Boutique......Map-D #11 Siesta T’s .............................................. Map-B #30 GAs stAtion Circle K Store ........................................ Map-E #6 GiFts & soUVEniRs Beach Bazaar ..................................... Map-C #28 Created Gems .....................................Map-C #51 Hurricane Rita’s Gifts ........................Map-C #51 Mount-N-Repair ................................Map-B #48 Sea Pleasures & Treasures ..................Map-C #2 Siesta Key Bead Shack ...................... Map-A #36 Siesta Key’psakes ............................... Map-B #29 Siesta Key Outfitters ........................Map-D #11 Siesta Key University ...................... Map-A #36 HEALtH & FitnEss Indep. Lifestyle Solutions ............... Map-D #10

April - June 2013 Siesta Sand | 9B www.siestasand.net • 941.539.0205 • APRIL-JUNE 2013 • Siesta Siesta Key Fitness .............................Map-B #73 Studio Rubylakes ............................... Map-B #49 icE cREAm/tREAts Big Olaf Creamery..............................Map-C #52 Gelato Cafe ..........................................Map-C #50 SunZero Ice Cream Yogurt .............. Map-D #16 Sunni Bunni Frozen Yogurt ..............Map-C #53 intERnEt / WiFi sERVicEs Davidson Drugs ................................ Map-D #65 Internet Cafe ........................................ Map-D #9 Lelu Coffee Lounge............................ Map-B #31 The Local Bean..................................Map-D #62 JEWELRY Created Gems .....................................Map-C #51 Michael & Co. Jewelers ..................... Map-B #29 Mount -N- Repair Jewelers .............Map-B #48 LiQUoR stoREs / FinE WinEs Gabbiano’s Wine Club...................... Map-D #70 Gilligan’s ............................................. Map-B #33 Siesta Key Wines .............................. Map-C #61 The Beach Club .................................. Map-D #22 mAiLinG - sHiPPinG UPS store ............................................ Map-A #41

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• segway rentals • PaDDleBOarDs • scOOter cars • kayak tOurs/rentals • Bikes • scOOters • Beach gear 5255 Ocean Blvd • Siesta Key Village www.robinhoodrentals.net

941-554-4242

A Taste of Germany German Breads • Cakes Deli Sandwiches and Coffees Breakfast and Lunch

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“More than a Bakery” 5204 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL • 941-346-1800

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US Post Office .................................... Map-D #65 mARKEts/Food stoREs 7-11 Store ............................................. Map-B #46 Circle K Store ........................................ Map-E #6 Siesta Market.......................................Map-C #25 mAssAGE Hands of Light Massage ................... Map-B #35 Massage Experience Siesta Key.....Map-D #62 Siesta Key Massage Ctr ...................... Map-D #9 mEdicAL - dEntAL Dr. Barry LaClair MD ........................Map-C #56 E.K. Koster DMD............................... Map-D #63 Karen F. Leggett, D.O. .......................Map-C #56 Siesta Key Physical Therapy............ Map-D #20 Siesta Smiles Dentistry ...................... Map-B #49 miscELLAnEoUs Chamber of Commerce .................... Map-D #66 Ocean Club ........................................ Map-A #37 Roberti Enterprises ........................... Map-A #39 Sheriff’s Office ..................................... Map-D #9 Solorzano Smoke Shop ......................Map-C #50 Sun Glass Outlet & Henna ............. Map-C #24 PRoFEssionAL sERVicEs CG Designs.......................................... Map-E #74 Edward Jones Investments .............. Map-D #68 Smith Architects ................................. Map-E #74 REAL EstAtE / REntAL sERVicEs Ascendia Real Estate ......................... Map-D #11 Beachside Resorts Rental. ................ Map-D #11 Charles Rutenburg Realty .............. Map-C #53 Coldwell Banker Realty.................... Map-D #20 Horizon Realty.................................... Map-B #34 Island Homes ......................................Map-C #51 Key Realty ............................................. Map-E #5 Michael Saunders Realty .................Map-E #72 Re/Max Alliance Group ..................Map-D #60 ReMax Tropical Sands ...................... Map-D #67 Robasota Rentals & Real Estate .... Map-A #39 Siesta Key Realty ................................. Map-D #9 Waterside Realty ................................Map-C #29 REstAURAnts Beach Bites.........................................Map-D #16 Bella Roma Italian Rest...................... Map-B #30 Blase Café ........................................... Map-A #38 Blu Que Island Grill ...........................Map-C #57 Bonjour French Cafe ..........................Map-C #47 Broken Egg ............................... Map-C #54 & 55 Café Gabbiano ................................... Map-D #71 Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar .............. Map-B #42-43 Eat Here Restaurant ....................Map-D #17/18 Flavio’s Brick Oven & Bar ................. Map-B #29 Gilligan’s Island Bar & Grill ............. Map-B #33 The Hub - Baja Grill .......................... Map-D #59 Jo To’s Japanese Restaurant ..............Map-C #47 LeLu’s Coffee Bar ............................... Map-B #31 Lobster Pot ......................................... Map-C #23 Napoli’s Italian Restaurant ............... Map-B #44 Old Salty Dog Rest. & Pub .................. Map-E #2 Señor Siesta ........................................ Map-D #69 Siesta Key Oyster Bar .......................Map-B #45 Solorzano Bros. Pizzeria ................... Map-D #15 Subway Sandwiches .......................... Map-B #30 Sun Garden Café ............................... Map-D #19 The Cottage .........................................Map-C #58 Village Café .......................................Map-D #14 sPAs - HAiR & BEAUtY Nails By Iris .........................................Map-C #50 Salon Capelli ........................................ Map-D #9 Sassy Hair Salon............................... Map-A #40 Siesta Key Nails..................................Map-D #9 Village Barber ...................................... Map-D #9 sPoRts intEREst/REntALs CaliFlorida........................................... Map-B #32 Robin Hood Rentals ........................Map-D #34 Siesta Village Outfitters .....................Map-C #53

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|Coconuts of Siesta Key... Coconuts of Siesta Key 1215 Old Stickney Point Rd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-346-2954 coconuts-sk.com Bringing fun and colorful clothing to Siesta Key since 1982. Explore more than 3000 sq ft of Fresh Produce Clothing,Vera Bradley handbags, Crocs Shoes, jewelry,hats, beach bags and a huge selection of cool Siesta Key t-shirts,sweatshirts and souvenirs for the whole family. From infants up to 3x plus sizes,we have you covered. Coconuts features Fresh Produce Clothing which is one of the most original and refreshing casual resort lines. Known and loved by women for lush colors,simply inspired designs and coastal comfort. Stop in and see why locals and visitors return time and time again to Siesta Key’s original locally owned clothing store. Huge selection,exceptional service and great prices. Live Life-Enjoy Color Coconuts is located one block south of Stickney Point Rd( Siesta Key’s South Bridge)-Next to Crescent Beach Grocery (B-3 #1 on the Crescent Beach map).

|Home of the Finest Consignment Boutique Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel has been in the consignment business for over 20 years specializing in the resale of designer and name brand apparel for women. Fifi’s prides itself with providing exceptional service to the local community, and is celebrating being a part of it for over 20 years. At Fifi’s, you’ll find authentic designer handbags, new jewelry & accessories, and brand name consignments – all at bargain prices. Fifi’s is nationally recognized and has been selected Newsleader Best of the Best Consignment shop in 2008, 2009, & 2010.

Visit any or all of the locations listed below. to find pretty clothes at bargain prices. Fifi’s of Sarasota | 941-312-6950 1905 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota FL 34239 Fifi’s of Osprey | 941-451-8298 11 South Tamiami Trail Corner of Bay Street and Tamiami in Osprey Fifi’s of Venice #1 | 941-244-2663 219 Venice Ave. W, Venice FL 34285 Fifi’s of Venice #2 | 941-488-4848 223-A Miami Blvd., Venice FL 34285 Fifi’s of Lakewood Ranch #1 | 941-907-8900 8322 Market Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 Fifi’s of Lakewood Ranch #2 | 941-758-7222 7343 52nd Place, E, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

|Sassy Hair On Siesta Key... As Sassy Hair on Siesta Key approaches its 32nd Birthday, we would like to take this time to reflect on our 4 years on Siesta Key! With the idea of downsizing, the move to Siesta Key from Midtown Plaza has been a huge surprise. Our space is smaller, however our business has grown in leaps and bounds. With a work week that covers all 7 days, we’re able to accommodate our year round clients as well as visitors. Working people love Sundays, no rushing home to cook dinner or get to the next appt. Our staff of very talented stylists can please everyone from 2-102. The accumulation new products and services has been a huge boost for us. Facial waxing, hair extensions, eye lash extensions, and make up go hand in hand with all the current trends in hair styling and color services. Our Bridal Business is the best in Sarasota, as we are a member of Weddings of Sarasota. Your special day is made more perfect with bridal hair and airbrushed make-up. Our 3 nail girls have perfected the nail art trend. Your eyes will glow when you check out all they have to offer. Stilettos to classic, they do it all!

You’ll find the atmosphere warm and inviting as everyone is treated like a special friend. It’s a culture we strive for and have succeeded. No job is to big or to small, no time is to early or too late. As we say, “Were open till were done.” Sassy prides itself on giving back to the community that gave us so much. Our favorite charities are Sarasota in Defense of Animals, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Mothers Helping Mothers. We support our client’s charities as well, giving to the local High Schools, churches and temples. Make Sassy your “go to” destination for all your beauty needs. All of our hair, nail and skin care products can be purchased at on our “On Line Store” at sassyhair. com Hope to see you soon Bobbie Sassy Hair: 209 Beach Road, Sarasota, Fl 34242 | 941-349-6525 | Sassyhair.com

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|Beach Bazaar On Siesta Key... Beach Bazaar 5211 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL 34242 941-346-2995

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Beach Bazaar is the souvenir, surf and swim gear store that specializes in men’s and women’s fashions for the beach. They’re the fourth largest retailer of Reef TM sandals and Zap TM skin-boards in the United States and carry a wide range of hot brands like Body Glove TM, L*Space TM swimwear and more. Pictured is the L*Space TM and Body Glove TM swimwear. Both lines offer mixand-match options for a customized fit and style. Check out their wide selection for that perfect look. Conveniently located in the village. (C-28, on the village map)

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April - June 2013 Siesta Sand | 13B |Discover the Shops of Gulf Gate... Come and explore the wonderful mix of eclectic shops, bars and restaurants that make up Gulf Gate’s Commercial District. These shops are conveniently located behind the Sarasota Pavilion off South Tamiami Trail. You’ll find each business reflects the owner’s pride in showcasing their specialties and that the longevity of these shops is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit that lives on here in Gulf Gate. With our map, located on the next page, you’ll be able to navigate your way to our featured shops with ease. Oh Mamma Mia! (GG-4) Offers a truly unique dining experience with dinner shows by Chef Giuseppe Urbano. Enjoy the family ambiance as you watch him prepare an authentic Italian regional dish with fresh ingredients just for you. Fine dining, great atmosphere at casual dining prices. Reservations highly recommended. Gulf Gate Golf Course – Conveniently located just a stones throw from the Gulf Gate Shops, this 27 hole Executive Course offers men’s and women’s rental clubs. You can start your day with a round of golf, enjoy a bite to eat at the many wonderful restaurants or simply relax with a pint of ale at the pub before you head out to explore the many fine shops. Moments In Time Photography (G-20) specializes in several different photography services including Siesta Key Beach portraits starting at just $49 and wedding beginning at $495. Check out their website: www.sarasotaphotos. com or visit their store to see why they have been the photographer of choice for over a decade and a half. Piccolos Italian Market & Deli (GG-46) carries a full line of imported cheeses, fresh baked bread daily, homemade sausages, fresh mozzarella, and numerous hard to get items. They now carry Khorasan Wheat which is an ancient and organic grain. Their Deli is complete with huge hot and cold sandwiches, salads, fresh homemade lasagna and baked ziti. And, you cannot leave without trying their cannoli filled with their own homemade cannoli cream or the tiramisu or Sfogliatelle from Brooklyn. Here is where you will find great Italian specialty gourmet items without the gourmet price. Tony’s Chicago Beef Company (S-16) is owned and operated by true Chicagoans.

Dedicated to deliver Chicago’s best food - Chicago style Hot Dogs wit’ the works... dragged through the garden on poppy seed buns with fresh cut fries, Italian Beef Sandwiches anyway you like, dipped or dry, sweet or hot. All served in true Authentic Chicago Style. Scandinavian Gifts (GG-37) has an extensive selection of gifts and Scandinavian foods. The specialties here include candles, Ekelund table linens, Flensted mobiles, imported glassware, Swedish Klippan textiles and so much more. The baked goods and groceries include imported candies, salty licorice, as well as cheeses, breads, seafood and vegetables from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark. Sarasota Brewing Co. (G-3) Sarasota’s first micro brew pub always has something new to offer. From over 20 seasonal beers that rotate throughout the year, the Brewing Company always has at least five unique brews online as well as several favorites from around the world. Established in 1989, Their menu has been a winner in the Reader’s Choice Awards of the Sarasota Herald Tribune featuring their mouthwatering burgers, Chicago style Pizzas, and Chicago beef sandwiches. With dozens of televisions, it’s a great place to catch a game with friends and family. Zante Gyros (S-56) serves up generous portions of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine as well as American fare. They offer an extensive menu for dinein or take-out with such favorites as the “original” gyros sandwich, lamb souvlaki platters, spanakopita, and tiropita to name a few. Meat-less options are available as well as kid’s meals and party menus. Open Mon. - Sat. from11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Come and put some “OPA” in your life. Solórzano’s Italian Ristorante (S-54) Solórzano’s brings a true Hoboken New Jersey attitude to the area and offers a nice selection of made-to-order dishes in their cozy restaurant. With specials like Gnocchi alla Romana( gnocchi baked with prosciutto, ricotta and spinach),Pork chops alla Toscana with polenta, and baked white filet fish with shrimps and pasta on the side, it gives you a great incentive to pay them a visit.

www.siestasand.net • 941.539.0205 • APRIL-JUNE 2013 • Siesta

Sand • GG-4

Places of Worship

Siesta Key Presbyterian Chapel

Temple Sinai, a Reform Congregation

4615 Gleason Ave., Siesta Key 941.349.1166

4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota | 941.924.1802 templesinai-sarasota.org

(See Siesta Key street map for location)

Church on the Beach

(See Siesta Key street map for location)

St. Michael Catholic Church 5394 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key 941.349.4174

(The closest Jewish congregation to the key for visitors)

Held every Sunday at 10:00am by the picnic area of Turtle Beach Park.

St. Boniface Episcopal Church (See Siesta Key street map for location)

5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Siesta Key 941.349.5616

|Important Phone Numbers... Emergency (General)........................................................................................................... 911 Fishing & Hunting Licenses............................................................................... 941.362.9888 Marriage License Bureau.................................................................................... 941.362.4066 Public Library - Gulf Gate Branch..................................................................... 941.316.1213 Sarasota/Bradenton Intl. Airport...................................................................... 941.359.2770 Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT).............................................................. 941.316.1234 Sarasota County Information Call Center................................. 941.861.5000 / scgov.net Sarasota County Sheriff Office - Siesta Key Office.......................................... 941.349.2900 Sarasota Doctors Hospital................................................................................... 941.342.1100 Sarasota Memorial Hospital/Health Care System.......................................... 941.917.7760 Siesta Shuttle Transportation.......................................................................... 1.888.536.0030 Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce......................941.349.3800 / siestakeychamber.com

14B | Island Visitor April - June 2013 Siesta Sand • APRIL-JUNE 2013 • 941.539.0205 • www.siestasand.net

Island Weddings Whether it’s your first trip down the aisle, renewing your vows or celebrating a special anniversary, what better place to honor your union then on Sarasota’s favorite island?

Tropical Beach Resorts are one of many popular places that host beach weddings. They offer wedding packages in addition to couples beach massages and complimentary weekend beach yoga classes for guests to enjoy. According to manager Dawn Bear, they host about 40 weddings a year and will help in any way they can to assure your special day is hassle free. So whether it’s barefoot or black-tie, experience your storybook wedding on the magical sands of Siesta Key~

|Rated #1 Beach In America by Dr. Beach... Siesta Public Beach, located inside Crescent Beach, is renowned for its truly breathtaking sunsets, easygoing waves, and gorgeous crystal white sand. The sand is 99% pure quartz, soft and cool to the touch. Among the many awards it has earned are the “Whitest, Finest Beach Sand in the World” (The Great International White Sand challenge, 1987), “The Best Sand Beach in America” (The Travel Channel, 2004) and for 2011, it was rated #1 beach in the 21st annual Top 10 Beach List, produced by coastal expert Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, Director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research. Walking along, or swimming and playing in the Gulf of Mexico or merely basking in the tropical sun is enough fun for many folks, but others are drawn by Siesta Beach’s many amenities, which include tennis and vollyball courts, shaded playground and picnic/barbecue areas and convienent concession stands. Shallow water near shorline and year-round lifeguard protection make it a great family beach. Beach wheelchairs can be borrowed to help special needs visitors cross the sand. There’s always something for everyone to do at Siesta Beach. It’s island location is within easy walking distance to many of the village shops and restaurants located in the Siesta Village.

Crescent Beach actually begins between beach access #2 & #3 and extends to beach access #13 with the southern part relatively secluded and quiet, as it has only one public access road. Located just south of Siesta Beach, the scene here tends to be more peaceful and private. At the southern tip of this beach is Point of Rocks - a lovely snorkeling and diving area that is rich with coral rock formations as well as colorful and abundant marine life. Crescent Beach visitors staying in nearby resorts, rentals and beach clubs rave (but only to their closest friends) about Siesta Key’s best “non-private private” beach. Turtle Beach is at the southern tip of Siesta Key, and affords a sportier, “family play” beach experience. The beach has picnic areas, a playground, a vollyball court and horseshoe pit. There’s also a boat launch, and fishing is permitted in the adjacent Blind Pass Lagoon. There are restaurants nearby, with shopping and a few local night spots just a short drive away. Turtle Beach is a narrow beach, with a somewhat steeper incline. The sand on the beach tends to carry more shells, making it perfect for beach combers and shell collectors. Many find petrified sharks’ teeth to take home and treasure, especially after a storm.

Beach Flags: Indicate surf & beach conditions

Siesta Key Public Beach Lifeguards on duty

Here are some usefull tips: If you find yourself in trouble: 1-Remain calm 2-Call for help 3-Follow the instructions of rescuer If you are being swept out tosea in a rip current: 1-Remain calm 2-Swim parallel to shore 3-Once out of current, swim to shore at an angle, not straight in Please remember: • No glass permitted on beaches • Always respect others & their privacy • Never damage vegetation or take live shells

|Pet Friendly Beaches... Although dogs are not allowed on any of the beaches on Siesta Key, there are a few places you can take your furry pal within a short distance from the island. Brohard Paw Beach, 1600 Harbor Drive, Venice, FL 34285. Hours: 24 hours per day, 365 days per year (parking closed from 12 AM – 6 AM); dogs allowed on the designated portion of beach from 7 AM to dusk only Paw Park is one of the few places along the beach where dogs are allowed. The park features an enclosed run for big dogs and one for small dogs, as well as an open beach area where dogs can swim. This park, across from Venice’s airport, is where you and your “best friend” can play in the gulf and socialize with other dogs, offering doggie drinking fountains; showers on decks for “dogs only”, fire hydrants and leash posts, dog lovers have declared this park… and beach… to be the best doggie park in the state! Shaded by towering oaks, small dogs will enjoy their fenced in arena while the big boys can frolic in the larger pen. Double gates access both parks and the beach. A paved walkway leads directly to the beach where your best friend will delight in this 300’ section of sand and water.

Note: Summer months may force you to carry your furry friend as the sand can be hot under paw. Doggie waste bags and receptacles are provided and strategically placed around the park. Human comforts include drinking fountains, picnic tables and restrooms. Parking is very limited although off road parking is across the street. Bird Key Park is located on Bird Key, Florida, at the foot of the Ringling Causeway Bridge, which leads to Sarasota. This small stretch of beach along Sarasota Bay is a well-known spot for dog lovers. You and your dog can swim together while enjoying stunning views of the blue-green water. The park is open from 6 a.m. until 12 a.m. year-round, and admission is free. (Source: eHow) Ken Thompson Park, a small beach on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is a hidden treasure near the Mote Marine Aquarium on Sarasota Bay. Here you will also find the New Pass Fishing Pier, which winds through the mangroves. You and your pet can stroll along the pier or relax in the sun while watching the kayakers launch their boats. The beach is open from 5 a.m. until 11 a.m. and admission is free. (Source: eHow)

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Pizza - Pasta - Salads - Subs and more...

Restaurant New York Style! 12” Personal Pie........................................$9.95 Small Pizza 14’’ inch - 6 Slices.................$12.00 Large Pizza 16’’ - 8 Slices........................$14.00 Sicilian (Thick) 14”x16” inch - 8 Slices......$16.00 Additional Toppings............................... $2.00 Gourmet Toppings..................................$4.00 Half Topping.............................................$1.25 Half Gourmet...........................................$2.25 Standard Pizza Toppings: • Italian Sausage • Sliced Meatballs • Pepperoni • Oven Baked Ham • Strip Bacon • Canadian Bacon • Mushrooms • Anchovies • Green Peppers • Onions • Black Olives • Sliced Tomatoes • Fresh Garlic • Spinach • Pineapple • Broccoli Gourmet Pizza Toppings: • Artichoke • Feta Cheese • Eggplant • Grilled Chicken • Shrimp • Sun Dried Tomatoes • Portabella Mushroom • Clams

Stromboli Roll 2 Ingredients............................$8.95 Additional Ingredients $1.00 each Gourmet Ingredients $2.25 each

Specialty Pizzas No Substitutions Allowed...........14”............. 16” Marinara................................. $14.95...... $17.85 Coated with Garlic, Oil, and Fresh Basil and Tomatoes, Topped with Parmesan Cheese

Black Pearl Seafood Pizza...... $18.50..... $21.40 Baby Shrimp and Clams, Spinach, Tomatoes, and Black Olives

Chicken Ranch Pizza.............. $18.50..... $21.40 Ranch Dressing, Sliced Tomatoes, Strip Bacon, Chicken Breast, Coated with Garlic and Oil and Topped with Cheddar Cheese

Meat Lover’s Pizza.................. $18.50..... $21.40 Pepperoni, Sausage, Strip Bacon, and Meatballs

Vegetable Pizza...................... $18.50..... $21.40 Mushrooms, Peppers, Onions, Black Olives, & Sliced Tomatoes

City Pizza Supreme................. $19.75.....$22.95 Sausage, Pepperoni, Black Olives, Mushrooms, Onions, Green Peppers, Anchovies, and Meatballs

Mediterranean Pizza.............. $18.50..... $21.40 Mozzarella Cheese, Artichoke Hearts, Black Olives, and Sliced Tomatoes

Open 7 Days A Week Sunday - Thursday 11am to 10pm Friday and Saturday 11am to 11pm

941-349-4490

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6645 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key, FL

White Pizza............................ $15.95......$18.85

With a Delicious White Wine Sauce and Blend of Spices

Pesto Pizza............................. $16.50..... $19.40

With Choice of Pasta

Hot & Spicy............................. $16.50..... $19.40

Salads

Ricotta, Mozzarella, and Provolone Cheese

(Pesto Sauce Prepared with Fresh Basil and Garlic)

Davy Jones Deep Sea Calamari.............. $14.95

Sicilian Pizza - 14”x16” inch - 8 Slices......$16.00

Dinner Salad............................................ $3.75 Tossed Salad.............................................$8.50

Stromboli Pizza (Baked Between Two Dough Crusts).....$25.95

Chef Salad............................................... $9.50

Pepperoni, Banana Peppers, and Fresh Garlic (Thick Crust)

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Olives, Pepperoni, Mozzarella Cheese, and Onions

Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Sausage, Black Olives, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Onions, and Meatballs

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Olives, Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Swiss Cheese, Onions, Ham, and Turkey

Calzones

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Olives, Pepperoni, Onions, Provolone Cheese, Salami, and Anchovies

(Rolled Over Dough Filled With Mozzarella Cheese, Ricotta Cheese, And Our Own Blend Of Spices With Marinara Sauce On The Side)

Cheese Calzone........................................$6.95 Additional Toppings.................................$1.75 Gourmet Toppings...................................$2.25

Antipasto Salad.......................................$9.95 Tuna Salad............................................... $8.25 Lettuce, Tomatoes, Olives, Onions, Celery, and Tuna in Light Mayo

Greek Salad.............................................$9.25 Lettuce, Tomatoes, Olives, Onions, and Feta Cheese

(See Pizza Toppings for what’s available for your Calzone)

Caesar Salad............................................$8.50

Pasta Dinners

Chicken or Grouper Available on Any of Our House Salads $4.00

($2.00 Split plate charge.)

Stuffed Shells...........................................$12.95 Lasagna................................................. $13.50 Ravioli (Meat or Cheese)........................ $12.50 Chicken Parmigiana with Choice of Pasta....... .............................................................. $14.95 Veal Parmigiana with Choice of Pasta............ .............................................................. $16.95 Ziti or Spaghetti with Marinara...............$9.95

Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Croutons, and Caesar Dressing

Munchies and More

Soup of the Day.......................................$3.95 Hamburger..............................................$5.95 with Fries, add $1.50

Cheeseburger...........................................$6.95 with Fries, add $1.50

Side Order of Meatballs or Meat Sauce . ..$4.25 Mozzarella Sticks...................................... $8.25 Baked Ziti or Spaghetti...........................$12.95 Calamari Rings........................................$8.95 Spaghetti with Red or White Clam Sauce......... Buffalo Wings.......... Small $5.95 Large $8.95 .............................................................. $14.95 French Fries . ...........................................$3.95 Ziti or Spaghetti with Meatballs............. $12.50 Side Order of Spaghetti........................... $4.50 Ziti with Broccoli or Mushrooms..............$12.25 House Bread (Focaccia)........................... $1.99 Available with Red or White Wine Sauce Garlic Cheese Bread................................ $4.50 Eggplant Parmigiana (with Choice of Pasta).. (A Delicious Blend of Spices and Cheese) .............................................................. $14.95 Homemade Chips....................................$4.25 Ziti Calabrese..........................................$13.95 Alfredo Sauce available $3.50

Fresh Garlic with Olive Oil, Plum Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, and Mushrooms

Pesto with Your Choice of Pasta.............$12.95 Shrimp Scampi ......................................$15.95

Hot & Cold Subs, Kids Meals, & Desserts available

WINE & BEER OFFERED

*Prices are subject to change 18% Gratuity added for parties of Six or More

Dine-in, Take-out, or Delivery (Outside Dining Available) 941-349-4490 • www.citypizzaofsarasota.com

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