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|Is there an electric vehicle in your future? Gasoline prices are anticipated to push through $4.00 per gallon this spring, driving the cost of transportation higher. It will also propel interest in alternatives to a century-long reliance on petroleum to fuel America’s restless movement. Sarasota County averages 1.7 million car trips every day, with smaller households PDNLQJ Ă€YH WULSV SHU GD\ 7ZR DUH FRPPXWHV to-and-from work, and the other three are IRU HUUDQGV RU HQWHUWDLQPHQW 7KH ILJXUHV come from surveys conducted to validate the county’s road impact fee. ´7KH DYHUDJH KRXVHKROG GULYHV about 27 miles per person per day,â€? said Lisa Lisenson, the former Sarasota County greenhouse gas reduction F R R U G L Q D W R U ´ 7 K H average trip length is DERXW Ă€YH PLOHV ZLWK a time of 20 minutes.â€? In other words, most local driving features short distances and slow speeds. A growing constellation of HOHFWULF YHKLFOHV Ă€W LQWR

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the range increases. Pedegos have a disc brake in the front, a permanent-magnet motor in the UHDU ZKHHO KXE DQG D TXLFN FKDUJH OLWKLXP LRQ battery on the rear carrier. Because it is a bicycle, it can use bicycle lanes DORQJ WKH KLJKZD\ )RU D TXLFN MDXQW WR 6LHVWD Beach in the spring, the Pedego will be faster than a car. And parking is vastly easier. Weatherby acknowledges the bike isn’t FKHDS 7KH PDQXIDFWXUHU¡V UHFRPPHQGHG price is around $1,800. Even with a 10 percent federal tax credit, it is an expensive bicycle. But LW LV HIĂ€FLHQW ,W FRVWV DERXW FHQWV ZRUWK RI electricity to recharge the battery, and she estimates her electric bikes – with no pedaling by the rider – are achieving WKH HTXLYDOHQW RI PLOHV SHU gallon. Pedego Electric Bikes

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Originally from Munich, Germany, Anja Deichmann moved to Sarasota in 2003 after living the New York City life for almost a decade. Anja is family oriented and an animal lover. She lives with her husband on Siesta Key and enjoys walking the wonderful beach, watching the mesmerizing sunsets Florida’s West Coast has to offer, and feels very fortunate to be able to call this island her home. Anja holds a degree in communications & PDUNHWLQJ ZKLFK KDV SURYHQ WR EH YHU\ EHQHÀFLDO IRU her career in real estate. She is dedicated to her clients and makes reaching their goals her personal mission. She is passionate about all the aspects of the real estate business and strives to build ever-lasting relationships based on exceptional service, high values and strong work ethics. She enjoys assisting her clients in selling their property or buying their dream home, and in return her clients value her friendly and professional

approach, her hard work, her focus on their individual needs and desires, and her never-tiring enthusiasm for real estate. Anja certainly goes the extra mile to earn your trust and your referrals. “When working with buyers, I carefully listen to their priorities, desires and lifestyle preferences. Rather than specializing in certain areas, complexes or price points, I focus on my clients and their goals and make sure they are able to make well informed decisions. I enjoy working with people who are new to the area and making them familiar with Sarasota’s many neighborhoods and communities that are often undiscovered by tourists who explore the area on their own. Siesta Key is one of the most beautiful places in the world and there is a home or condo for every taste and lifestyle�, Anja says. “I enjoy every opportunity to “show off� our amazing island,� she laughs. Continued on page 20A

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this earlier version so everyone could appreciate and enjoy it. With all the changes made to the paper, we feel we are moving it in the right direction; but it’s obvious that the earlier edition of the island map is one item that is best left untouched.

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|Whales to left, whales to right By Paul Roat... We may learn more about whale strandings than we want to here in Florida. Responding to a public outcry of a Naval sonar testing range off North Carolina by whale enthusiasts a few years ago, the military advocated establishing the tests in the Atlantic Ocean off Jacksonville. Of particular concern with the Florida location is the proximity of the range to established calving grounds of right whales. Right whales are the most endangered species of big marine mammals, with less than 400 estimated to be swimming in the world’s oceans. Right whales, by the way, got the name because they were the “right” whale to harpoon by New Englanders because the high oil/fat content of the mammals caused WKHP WR ÁRDW WR WKH VXUIDFH DIWHU WKH\ GLHG Female right whales migrate south to waters off Florida and Georgia to give birth in the fall. The proposed testing area would encompass 625 square miles and have hundreds of microphones placed on WKH VHD ÁRRU WR UHFRUG WKH WUDLQLQJ H[HUFLVHV DV VXEPDULQHV ÁRRG WKH DUHD ZLWK VRQDU waves. The range would cost about $100 million and be used about 480 times a year in one- to six-hour durations. Before any Naval underwater sonic booms take place off Florida, a bevy of

permissions must be granted, including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The studies are expected to go on for a while. Whales have the most acute hearing of any mammal. Some species, like humpbacks, can communicate across thousands of miles. Imagine a creature that can hear that well being subjected to a barrage of really, really loud noise 480 times a year next to a nursery. Comforting, isn’t it?

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late 1800s was the Gulf of Mexico, at least until the whale population was driven to the brink of extinction. Among the whales found were sperm whales. Sperm whales are toothed marine mammals that feed on giant squid and other deep-sea critters. They grow up to 60 feet in length and can dive down to 3,000 feet, staying underwater for up to an hour. When they surface, they exhale and inhale in great bursts up to 70 times before diving again. They aren’t the fast swimmers like their smaller relatives, dolphins, but cruise at about 15 mph and can shoot up to 40 mph when disturbed. Sperm whales make clicking noises for HFKRORFDWLRQ ³ ÀQGLQJ RXW ZKDW·V DURXQG them — and also “make a variety of other sounds including groans, whistles, chirps, pings, squeaks, yelps and wheezes,” according to researchers. The sound can travel for miles. Just where and how many sperm whales are found in the Gulf of Mexico isn’t certain. Studies have only been taken for the past 20 or so years, but based on occasional sightings and strandings, it is believed they mostly inhabit the northern and central Gulf. Researchers believe there are about 1,350 sperm whales in the Gulf. Most sightings run on a line from southern Texas to northwest Florida, and from south Texas to south of Key West. It is estimated that the worldwide population of sperm whales numbers 1.5 million. A sperm whale stranded itself on the beaches of northern Anna Maria Island in 1974, eventually dieing despite efforts to turn the 48-foot-long creature to deeper waters. Cause of death was not determined. There have been only 39 strandings of sperm whales recorded in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida.

It is also believed, based on DNA tests, that sperm whales in the Gulf are a “distinct stock” from other sperm whales. It is also believed that there is a resident population of females and juveniles in the Gulf, with roaming males coming to pay occasional visits. There have been studies conducted to determine impacts of shipping activity as well as gas and oil exploration in the northern and eastern Gulf on whales, ZLWK QR FRQFOXVLYH ÀQGLQJV \HW UHDFKHG A sperm whale investigating an oil rig was captured on a pretty incredible video, though, at a depth of about 3,000 feet. Sperm whales are described as being “highly gregarious and polygamous.” They are found in groups of up to 100, although pods of 30 are most common, and are generally clustered according to age and sex. Older males are solitary except during breeding time. Sperm whales live up to 70 years. Females mature at age 10; males don’t mate until age 26. Females calve every 2 to 5 years. It’s pretty amazing the things that lie under the calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, isn’t it?

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The sperm whale has the largest of mammalian brains, both in proportion to its body and in sheer mass. It also has the largest gullet of all cetaceans, large enough to swallow a human. Males can be aggressive when disturbed and caused serious disruption to whalers in their small wooden skiffs during hunts in the 1800s. Although generally dark in color, older male sperm whales lighten at they age. Perhaps the tale of Moby Dick wasn’t that farfetched after all.

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Island Chatter

|A message from our Island Associations... Beverly B. Arias

([HFXWLYH 2IĂ€FHU 6LHVWD Key Association siestakeyassociation.com During the winter months and especially at spring break, Siesta Key is buzzing with activity and this year it has been even more so since Siesta Beach was honored with the #1 rating out of the top 10 beaches in the USA by Dr. Stephen Leatherman, well known as Dr. Beach. Last month, the Siesta Key Association (SKA) was proud to introduce renowned coastal research expert and author, Dr. Leatherman, at its annual SKA member breakfast. Well over 140 SKA members who attended the breakfast meeting also enjoyed a presentation by Sarasota County Commissioner, Nora Patterson, and an engaging historical discourse on Siesta Key by John McCarthy, the county’s Community Services Director. How are we all so fortunate to enjoy Siesta’s top beach ranking in all of the US, moving up from #2 in both 2009 and 2010, to a prestigious #1 in 2011? Siesta Beach, with its acclaimed ´Ă€QHVW ZKLWHVW VDQGÂľ LV D EUHDWKWDNLQJO\ VHUHQH and beautiful seashore on the northwestern FRDVW RI WKH ´.H\Âľ DQ PLOH ORQJ EDUULHU LVODQG located off the small mainland community of Sarasota. From far and near, visitors travel to Siesta Beach to take pleasure in its perpetually FRRO SRZGHU OLNH VDQGV WUDQTXLO ZDWHUV and most especially its spectacular sunsets. Among the 50 beach criteria that Dr. Beach follows annually to rate America’s top beaches, he highlights Siesta’s clear water and sand TXDOLW\ JHQHURXV EHDFK IDFLOLWLHV QRQ VPRNLQJ policy, and its cleanliness and environmental consciousness. Interestingly, to help keep Siesta Beach pristine and attractive, trash receptacles are located only at the beach access areas, not on the beach itself. Many thanks to all who help keep the beach clean by bringing back their trash, and others’ trash, too, to dispose of upon leaving the beach. Did you know that removing the trash bins from the expansive sandy beach areas can actually contribute toward a cleaner and environmentally protected beach? According to some local beach conservationists, the relocation of trash cans to the beach access points not only encourages beachgoers to take out what they brought in leaving less behind on the sand. In addition, scavenging wildlife like crows are deterred from spreading trash further, and their predatory access to other protected wildlife such as our nesting Snowy Plovers may be prevented. A clean and safe environment is as precious to beachgoers as it is to the fragile ZLOGOLIH WXUWOHV DQG ELUGV WKDW QHVW PLJUDWH DQG Ă€QG QRXULVKPHQW RQ 6LHVWD¡V VKRUHV $V noted by SKA’s board president, Catherine Luckner, who with her husband Bob has been recognized for her Audubon volunteer efforts, “If you see Snowy Plovers on the beach, that is D JRRG WKLQJ Âľ

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Siesta Key Round-Up

Dr.Beach honored by Siesta Key Association

Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach, director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research, was one of the guest speakers at Siesta Key Association’s annual breakfast meeting last month. Before his speech, Catherine Luckner, Siesta Key Association’s board president, presented him with a framed print of a snowy plover chick, by well-known photographer Ted Mase along with a plaque in appreciation for his contribution in protecting the environment and endangered species. Per Luckner, the snowy plover chick on Siesta Beach was chosen because its presence is evidence of a healthy beach environment.

No. 1 beach sign MIA

Visitors wishing to pose in front of the No. 1 beach sign located near the concession stands at Siesta Public Beach were confronted with a strange site. The beautiful brightly colored sign that proclaimed Siesta as the #1 Beach in the USA was missing. In its place was a temporary county sign providing daily water temperatures and hand-printed, in chalk the words, “#1 IN USA ON BEACH”. According to Jonathan Poyner, Beach Events Coordinator the No.1 beach sign was stolen the third week in March and a new sign is expected to be in place by the end of March or beginning of April.

Beach road erosion

Although deterioration is evident on the north end of Beach Road, no plans are currently in the works to address the problem. Per Thai Tran, mobility program manager for Sarasota County, repairs to the road remains a No. 2 priority unfunded mobility project. He did not have an estimate for the cost of repairs but expects the issue to be discussed in future meetings. Sarasota County executive director of public works, James Harriott Jr., discussed the problem at the Sarasota County Commission meeting on March 14, and acknowledged that each heavy storm further erodes the road. However, the lack of funding currently ently prevents any repairs to the road.

Siesta Key water main break

Sarasota County lifted a precautionary boil water advisory for residents impacted by a broken water main in the area of Seaside Drive off Midnight Pass Road on Siesta Key. The spontaneous break occurred on Thursday, March 22 resulting in limited service to approximately 700 Sarasota County Utilities customers. The break was repaired on Saturday, March 24 but precautionary boil water advisory was issued for anyone whose water service was disrupted. That advisory was lifted March 25. Bacteriological testing showed water to be safe to drink.

Sewer project scheduled

A sewer force-main line project on the north end of Siesta Key is scheduled to begin April 1 and expected to be completed before bridge renovations begin June 5. Although FDOT engineering manager, Albert Rosenstein voiced concerns about the timing of the project during a Jan 5 Siesta Key Association presentation, Glenn Marzluf, general manager of the city of Sarasota’s Utilities Division LV FRQÀGHQW HYHU\WKLQJ ZLOO EH FRPSOHWHG RQ VFKHGXOH

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$IWH $IWHU VHUYLQJ ÀYH \HDUV DV WKH HGLWRU RI WKH 3HOLFDQ Q Press, Rachel Brown Hackney made the decision to Pres step down. In a farewell article written on March 15 she recounted the experience she gained working ng for tthe paper, but most of all the wonderful people ple she had the privilege to work with and gotten to know. Although she plans to stay in the community, kno ity, she shared no future plans in returning to work any anytime soon.

Sarasota County celebrates Siesta Beach Day

Last month Sarasota County and the Baltimore Orioles celebrated Siesta Beach Day at B Ed Smith Stadium. In recognition of Siesta Beach E b being designated the No.1 beach in the USA, Parks aand Recreation staff handed out limited edition ssunglasses, T-shirts and beach towels. To add to tthe celebration, summertime music was played between innings.

Bluegrass on Siesta

Turtle Beach was shaking last month as Benny Kimsey hosted his annual fundraiser; Bluegrass Picnic on Turtle Beach. Skeeterland Bluegrass Band, Tonga Street Bluegrass Band, Sycamore Shade and Siesta key Boys were all on hand to help spread the bluegrass gospel on Siesta Key and raise funds. By all accounts everyone had a great time and according to Mr. Kimsey, “We raised by far the most dollar amount of donations that we ever have by almost three times. It was quite a substantial amount and just shows what a great community we live in and what great people volunteers, musicians, publications, etc. that help with this event.” Red Cross volunteers were on hand to accept the donations, from the crowd of approximately 350, for the th hurricane relief fund. The event was free and everyone enjoyed burgers and hot dogs with sides,’ compliments of Mr. Kimsey.

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Last month Sarasota County Commissioners met with family members of Donna Chen, who was struck and killed January 7 by an allegedly drunken driver, along with former commissioner David Mills to listen to their request to ban alcoholic beverages on the beaches. Commission Chairwoman Christine Robinson thanked the group for participating in the public process but no ÀQDO GHFLVLRQ ZDV GHWHUPLQHG DW WKH WLPH

Pedestrian Cross-walks

Sarasota County Commissioners voted to unanimously approve the installations to improve pedestrian safety in Siesta Village. Improvements LQFOXGH UHVWULSLQJ WKH FURVVZDONV ZLWK D UHÁHFWLYH thermoplastic material, better lighting and bollards vs. the lightweight signs that, according to Nora Patterson, deteriorate in a short period of time. Although the county plans to work on an estimate, no timetable for construction was provided.

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work. I worked as a nurse full time for a short time and in 1998 we bought the Village CafÊ on Siesta Key and have loved operating it for all these years. We have been extremely blessed with staff, customers and business relationships that have enabled us to enjoy going to work every day. We’ve watched both staff and customers grow with us over the years experiencing births, deaths, graduations and weddings and we’ve met all the important friends and family members our customers have

Tom & Kay Kouvatsos with Dr. Leatherman aka Dr. Beach

wanted to share with us. We frequently engage in conversations about Nunley’s Carousel in Baldwin, NY, reminiscing with customers about our previous business at the amusement park so many of our snowbirds grew up with. Even though we serve breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, we have a great time doing it and love seeing our customers return week after week and year after year. We’ve also formed some great relationships through the Siesta Key Village Association, Siesta Key Chamber of C Commerce, Sarasota Originals and the Sarasota C Convention and Visitors Bureau. Through these o organizations over the years, we’ve enjoyed aactive participation with 4 large annual events o on Siesta Key: the Easter Egg Hunt, Fourth of JJuly Fireworks, Sandfest – Celebration of our W White Sands, and Light up the Village (Santa’s aarrival to Siesta Key). Enjoying what we do and m meeting great people every day makes work m more like fun for us! And when we’re not busy working, we try to ttake advantage of the plethora of opportunities SSarasota and the surrounding areas provide ffor us to play, relax and entertain. We love p playing men’s softball, coed softball, tennis aand volleyball. We enjoy going to plays, v visiting the local parks, heading to McCurdy’s ffor comedy shows and attending concerts and ssporting events. And let’s not forget parasailing, N ND\DNLQJ VKRSSLQJ DQG ÀVKLQJ FKDUWHUV $QG jjust to state the obvious, I love living in Sarasota b because all these things are right here in our ffront and back yards under sunny skies, with ttemperate climate year round (where shoveling ssnow is out of the question!) and in the home o of the best beach in the world!

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Giving Back

Six hundred gloriously attired guests gathered at the beautiful Ringling Museum &RXUW\DUG IRU WKHLU DQQXDO JDOD WR EHQHÀW the Asolo Repertory Theatre. This year’s theme was RAGTIME REVISITED, an incredible event studded with 1910 automobiles, period costumes, Keystone Kops, antique jewelry, and honky-tonk melodies.

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|RAGTIME REVISITED By Diana Colson...

our world-class Asolo Repertory Theatre. Today this theatre is a jewel in Sarasota’s crown, and has delighted decades of audiences. The back story of the Asolo Rep is fascinating and not often told. I take this opportunity to share it with you: In 1960, the faculty of Florida State Unive University started a summer acting comp company in Sarasota, where plays were perfo performed in the Ringling Museum’s Histo Historic Asolo Theater. It was an impo important moment in my life, for it was KRZ KRZ , ÀUVW OHDUQHG RI WKH IDEXORXV OLWWOH circu circus town known as Sarasota. At the time time, my husband Frank was on staff as a television director at FSU, and Dick Fallon—who was the head of the FSU theater department--brought him alo along to see what was going on. Frank ret returned to Tallahassee completely sm smitten by Sarasota, and a year later we had moved here. The early productions at the Asolo Th Theatre were period pieces, plays such as Tartuffe by Moliere (written in 1664) an and The Beggar’s Opera by John Gay (written in 1728,) which wickedly satirized Italian Opera. The small Asolo Theatre was the perfect setting for these period pieces, for the building itself was almost two centuries old. Built in 1798, it had been dismantled and put into storage in 1930,

then crated and shipped to the Ringling Museum in 1949. In the late 50’s, it was reconstructed so that modern productions could be staged there. Under the auspices of FSU, it soon emerged as the home of the Asolo Theatre Festival. In 1965, the Asolo Theatre Festival EHFDPH WKH ÀUVW 6WDWH 7KHDWUH RI )ORULGD One year later it expanded its season to become a year-round professional theatre. In 1968, FSU began sending acting students to Sarasota to intern with the company. In 1973, FSU’s MFA-in-Acting program came to Sarasota, and the Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training was born. In 1989, the company outgrew the Historic Asolo at the Ringling, dedicated a new building, and named it the Asolo Center for the Performing Arts. The Dunferline Opera House was purchased from Scotland and reconstructed inside the Center, becoming the Mertz Theatree in honor of its benefactors, Harold E.. and Esther M. Mertz. The Asolo Rep now had a brand new main stage. In 1994 the Jane B. Cook Theatre opened and became the main performance stage for the

Conservatory as well as the second stage for the Asolo Theatre Company. In 2006, the Asolo Theatre Company was renamed the Asolo Repertory Theatre. After a series of spectacular world premiers and brilliantly executed classics, Asolo Rep was awarded WEDU’s prestigious Arts & Culture Award in 2012. The award was given for the theatre’s contribution to the spirit of adventure and exploration through education in the arts, and also for bringing rich and engaging experiences to a wide range of audiences. Beginning with Moliere’s Tartuffe to the recent productions of The Life of Galileo and Bonnie and Clyde, the Asolo Repertory Theatre has provided Sarasota an exciting theatrical ride. During this evolution, it has been hugely supported by such glorious galas as the 2012 extravaganza, RAGTIME REVISITED.

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|Paintings of Paris by “Frenchieâ€? By Diana Colson... Francoise Mandonnaud Stotts lives an incredible life. As a ballerina and featured GDQFHU LQ QXPHURXV PXVLFDO UHYLHZV WKHDWULFDO SURGXFWLRQV 79 VKRZV DQG Ă€OPV LQ ERWK Europe and the United States, she has dazzled audiences. As a freelance photo stylist whose work has appeared in leading magazines and catalogs, she has charmed the eyes of multitudes. Now, in her third career as an artist, she creates amazing paintings of famous Paris landmarks and familiar neighborhoods where once she lived, danced, and dreamed. The artist, who signs her paintings with her nickname, “Frenchie,â€? was born in x decades ago. She was the third of six children from Limoges, France, approximately six amily. a remarkable and well-known family. Her sister, Claude, was the national swimming champion of France for several years. Her brother, Dominique, created a chain of stores called SEPHORA. Francoise studied ballet, music and art from the age of four, and was invited to join the world-famous Roland Petit ballet company when she was still a child. The company was scheduled to begin a tour of America, including an engagement on Broadway. Francoise was so young that she n had to obtain written permission h from her parents to travel to such n a far-off, exotic place. Once in America, she fell in love with thee d vibrant lifestyle and culture, and promised herself that someday shee e. would return to live and work here. us From that all auspicious d beginning, she went on to dance and he choreograph her way around the er, world. Most of her time, however, he was spent in Europe where she Opera the long-running long running l’Alcazar performed as featured dancer at thee Paris Opera, de Paris, the Monte Carlo Sporting Club, and more than one hundred TV VKRZV DQG Ă€OPV $OWKRXJK GDQFLQJ ZDV KHU Ă€UVW FDUHHU SDLQWLQJ ZDV DOZD\V SDUW RI KHU life. Even as a young dancer, she would wander the countryside, painting landscapes with an eye to detail that became her trademark. “There is a certain “dreamyâ€? quality to my paintings, and I believe that is because they are inspired by my memories of my former home, which I know many Americans who have visited Paris will share,â€? she explained. In 1982, she became the star dancer in an assortment of musicall n productions that toured the United States. She also appeared on Broadway in l’Alcazar de Paris. Francoise topped off her dancing career with an appearancee on the national TV show, “Star Searchâ€? before embarking on a new career ass a freelance photo stylist in New York City. For approximately ten years, herr work was regularly featured in leading magazines and catalogs.

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Siesta Key is where you will find Italy’s best loved food! Our family would like to welcome you, our valued friends, to our alternative dining experience. You will experience a real family atmosphere while enjoying the delicate taste of our home Ischia.

Sampler Di Giuseppe Roasted peppers, caprese, grilled vegtables, stuffed mushrooms, and bruschetta.

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Tilapia di Pietro In olive oil and capers then sauteed with garlic, onion, white wine with a touch of marinara.

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Bone in leg quarters “shoemaker-style� sauteed with lemon, butter, white wine and fresh rosemary.

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One climbs a ladder to board because the trip starts in a parking lot beside US 41 (the Tamiami Trail) in Nokomis located between Sarasota and Venice. Once aboard, Captain Stewart and son Shane give you the history of “Duckyâ€? and its capabilities. Then you are off down the three lanes of US 41 - high above WKH WUDIĂ€F PXFK WR WKH DPD]HPHQW RI passing motorists. Shane hoots his ancient horn at people and there is much waving by everyone on board. Ducky enters the water at the old railroad station park in Venice. The captain points out nature habitats and other highlights of land and sea as you travel the picturesque inland waterways of Venice and Casey Key down to the Gulf of Mexico. Often dolphins swim alongside and an occasional manatee is sighted. You’ll see ospreys, other wildlife, and beautiful waterfront sights.

The Duck returns to shore at Higel Park boat launch on Venice Island. You’ll then travel by land down scenic Venice Avenue with much more hooting at the pedestrians and storekeepers. Then you’re

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|Captain Jim Klopfer | Adventure Charters 941-371-1390 April Forecast

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Island Design

|Furnishing Patios & Balconies... Chances are you have access to a place alfresco for your enjoyment on Siesta Key. Your favorite outdoor hang out may be adjoining your dwelling or a local restaurant. Regardless of the place, we all want to make choices that allow the maximum comfort, function and attractive design. 7KH ÀUVW VWHS WR VSDFH SODQQLQJ DQ\ DUHD LV WR HYDOXDWH KRZ the space will be used. Is it primarily for private use or made to entertain family & guests? In a commercial setting, we want to offer comfortable outdoor seating and shade... We are all challenged with the job of making our space as perfect as possible. The furnishing part of design can be frustrating without proper knowledge. I suggest you always educate yourself before making ÀQDO GHFLVLRQV 7KHUHIRUH EHIRUH \RX VSHQG \RXU LQLWLDO VHDUFK ÀJKWLQJ WUDIÀF WR VKRS IRU SDWLR IXUQLVKLQJV ZH VKRXOG ORRN DW RXU list of options. There are many people today that shop for furniture online. Often this is a viable solution, especially if you have your space planned with furniture sizes and function before you purchase. However, remember to have concierge shipping or be prepared to have someone bring it from your front door to your outdoor area. It is a good idea to inspect pieces immediately. The option of exchanging is easy if done right away.

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We have an abundance of outdoor furniture places to shop. Again, if you know your sizes, the lighting, needs for shade, etc. it is easy to review what each stocking dealer has to offer. One of the challenges of purchasing in stock items is your limitation to the H[DFW VL]H DQG W\SH IXUQLVKLQJV WKDW EHVW ÀW \RXU VSDFH If you decide to custom order, you likely understand the steps of how to furnish an outdoor space. Sometimes custom furniture & interior design can be intimidating, especially in the same sentence! However, we often don’t have the time needed to plan and purchase for an area. Professionals are available to help you through the process. You can work on a budget with any of the options available. However you decide to begin your process, we are entering prime season to enjoy the outdoors. Don’t delay enjoying every minute!

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Cheryl Gaddie, owner of C.G. Designs 5125 Ocean Blvd., in the village | 941-346-7415 | www.cherylgaddiedesigns.net

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|Pending Real Estate Sales Hit 11-month High in February 2012 Source: Sarasota Association of REALTORS

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Pending sales in the Sarasota real estate market hit an 11-month high in February 2012, demonstrating once more the health of the local industry as the buying season heats up. Median sale prices were also up substantially for single family homes and condos in February 2012 compared to this time last year – another positive sign for a successful home buying season. “I have heard nothing but positive reports from our members about the seasonal surge in our real estate market,â€? said SAR President Laura Benson. “Sales are up, prices are stable and much higher than last year at this time, and we are seeing multiple offers on many transactions. Pending sales are off the charts – we hit an 11-month high of 1,130 in February. This is all very encouraging news.â€? The January 2012 holiday sales lull didn’t last long. The 177 condo sales in February represented the highest level in the last eight months. If pending sales, which represent properties going under contract, produce the expected level of closed sales, we could see a major selling month in March 2012. That could repeat what we saw in March 2011, when sales hit the highest total since 2005. Overall, February 2012 saw a 15 percent increase in property sales over January 2012, and a 17 percent increase in pending sales IURP WKH SUHYLRXV PRQWK ERWK UHDIĂ€UPLQJ numerous verbal reports of a very busy spring

selling season in Sarasota. Closed sales stood at 414 for single family homes and 177 for condos, lower than in February 2011, but higher than last month. In February 2011, 471 single family homes and 201 condos were sold. The single family home median price climbed to $167,500 in February 2012 from ODVW PRQWK¡V Ă€JXUH RI )RU FRQGRV WKH Ă€JXUH IHOO WR IURP WKH -DQXDU\ OHYHO of $180,000. Last February, both single family homes and condos were selling at the median price of $137,500, so both of the current numbers reflect a stronger market than a year ago. Single family home prices were a whopping 21.8 percent higher than in February 2011. Condo prices were 9 percent higher than last February. The inventory for February stood at 4,588, down almost 5 percent from January’s 4,711, and 20 percent lower than last February’s total of 5,864. With fewer available properties, the law of supply and demand indicates asking prices could be climbing higher in the coming months. The inventory hit a 10-year low of 4,408 in August 2011, and has remained at or close to this low level since then. As the inventory has slid, the months of inventory has also dropped. 7KH Ă€JXUH QRZ VWDQGV DW PRQWKV IRU VLQJOH family homes, compared to 8.3 last month and PRQWKV LQ )HEUXDU\ 7KH Ă€JXUH ZDV months for condos, compared to 11.3 months

in January and 10.4 months last February. A Ă€JXUH RI PRQWKV LV FRQVLGHUHG equilibrium between a buyer’s and a seller’s market. Distressed property sales continued to represent a higher percentage than normal in the local market in February 2012, with 37.4 percent of all sales from bank-owned IRUHFORVXUHV DQG VKRUW VDOHV %XW WKH Ă€JXUH was a drop from the 40 percent total in January 2012, and far below the record high of over 50 percent in the second quarter of 2010. Currently, only 740 properties for sale in the MLS are distressed listings (short sales and foreclosures), or roughly 15 percent of the market. Last month at this time, the number was 812 out of 4,711 homes and condos on the market, or about 17 percent. If this percentage continues to trend lower, we could begin to see median sales price increases going forward. “The lower number of distressed property sales, and the decreased number of foreclosures and short sales available will likely mean greater competition and higher asking prices,â€? noted Benson. “We are all hoping for a return to historic levels of distressed properties, which would be less than 5 percent of the market. But until that day, our members will continue to educate themselves on the existing market and help customers make sensible decisions.â€?

|Meet Realtor Anja Deichmann Continued from the cover story

extremely hard working and dedicated to her clients needs, but she also has great interpersonal skills, charm and is a delight to do business with. She made what could have been a daunting experience into one which was pleasant and carried out in a thoroughly professional manner.� Paul and Penny King, UK “Anja Deichmann is the consummate professional, very knowledgeable, and a tireless agent. Her work ethic and energy are truly extraordinary. In addition to having immense professional credentials, Anja is

pleasant and fun to work with, and a truly caring person. We strongly recommend Anja to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Sarasota area.â€? Victoria & Nelson Hernandez, VA “As one of the developers and principal owners of the 1350 Main Street High-Rise Project in downtown Sarasota, my wife and I have had the good fortune to have established a close working relationship with Anja Deichmann. :H EHOLHYH $QMD LV WKH Ă€QHVW UHVLGHQWLDO UHDO estate agent in the market today.â€? William and Elaine Morris

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Lee Byron & Susan Keal

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Discover the hidden waterfront charms of Pelican Cove... Welcoming 2Br/2Ba home, over 1500 sq.ft. near new Publix & other shopping, easy access to parks, I-75, Siesta Key, or downtown. Large family room, private lanai, workshop, & privacy-fenced back yard with citrus tree. $129,900

1260 Dolphin Bay Way #501 Much sought-after top floor 3 bedroom, 3 bath end unit with full Intracoastal views. MLS#A3956958 $872,500

1603 Bayhouse Point Dr., #BA212 2BR/2BA 2nd Floor end unit with stunning views of Little Sarasota Bay and ICW MLS#A3951185 $264,000

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1503 Clower Creek Dr. #HA259 Updated 2BR/2BA condo with water views from almost every room, PLUS fabulous sunsets! MLS#A3952079 $379,000

Blackburn Harbor -2,500 sq ft of waterviews, built in 2004 with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Dock your boat right outside your door! End unit with extra Southwestern exposure. 2 car garage, chef kitchen and designer luxury. $595,000

2568 Clematis Street

1907 Magnolia St. 5966 Midnight Pass Road #G-36 Charming 3BR/2BA in walking - Palm Bay Club distance to Southside School. Turnkey furnished 2BA, in Tower. Minutes to downtown and Siesta. Nice upgrades. MLS#A3953409 $469,000 MLS#A3953620 $459,000

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Events Around the Island What’s happening ‌on the beach Booty Camp by Evan Join us on Siesta Key, Wed’s @ 8:30am and Sat’s @ 9:30am I’ll help \RX UHDFK \RXU Ă€WQHVV JRDOV VHVVLRQ Donation. Come alone or bring a friend! For more information call: Evan Fernandez (860) 839-3111 Free Yoga On Siesta Key Beach Location: Siesta Public Beach. 9:00 - 10:00 am MondayWed.-Fri.-Sat. Description: Hatha yoga classes with Avananda. Beginners welcome. Bring your own towel, mat, and water. Donations taken. Call 941-320-6693 to register. NIA On Siesta Key Beach Tues. 9:00 a.m., next to yellow lifeguard chair. Nia (pronounced nee-ahh) is a body-mind-spirit Ă€WQHVV SURJUDP IRU DQ\RQH UHJDUGOHVV RI Ă€WQHVV OHYHO RU DJH 3UDFWLFHG EDUHIRRW WR music, Nia combines martial arts, healing arts (yoga) and dance to create a workout that delivers cardiovascular, whole-body FRQGLWLRQLQJ WKDW LV IXQ %ULQJ ZDWHU WRZHO -R\ 'RQDWLRQ )RU PRUH LQIR FRQWDFW .DWK\ 2UDYHF DW NDWK\RUDYHF#JPDLO FRP RU ZHEVLWH ZZZ QLDQRZ FRP kathy-oravec Sat. 4/7 Mote’s 5K Run for the Turtles, Siesta Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory presents its 26th Annual Run for the Turtles at Siesta Key Beach. Pre-registered participants receive free T-shirts, free food and drink, chances to win door prizes, and entertainment. Proceeds EHQHĂ€W VHD WXUWOH FRQVHUYDWLRQ DQG UHVHDUFK Contact Paula Clark, 941-388-4441 ext. 357 or pclark@mote.org for more information. Sun, 4/8 Pine Shores Easter Sunrise service, Siesta Beach 6a.m. Pine Shores will be hosting the 56th Annual Sunrise Service. Worshippers from all over the area are welcome. Wed, 4/11 Therapeutic Rec Beach Party, Siesta Beach 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Come dance to your favorite tunes courtesy of “Wired for Soundâ€? while enjoying the beauty and fun of Siesta Beach. Light, healthy refreshments will be served. Bring your brown bag lunch. This free event is open to all teens and adults with disabilities and their families and caregivers. For more information contact Andrea King: 941-861-5000 or email to alking@scgov.net Fri-Sat, 4/13 thru 4/14 Fiesta on Siesta Collegiate Volleyball Tournament 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Women’s collegiate volleyball tournament and clinic. For more information, call 941-861-5000 and ask for Jonathan Poyner Sat, 4/14 Tribuo 5K Run for Mental Health, Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Siesta Beach Pavilion. Day of Race Registration starts at 6:30 am – 7:15 am [Sanctioned Run – USA Track & )LHOG@ ´$ZDUGV 2YHUDOO 0DVWHUV *UDQG Masters, Senior Grand Masters, Veteran’s Grand Masters, 5 year age groups (male and female). Awards will be three deep with medalsâ€? Drawing for Door Prizes!

Sat. & Sun. 5/5 & 5/6 40th Annual Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest. Siesta Beach Time 8:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Join us for the 40th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Siesta Key Beach. Children and adults compete in various categories for cash prizes. This free event is co-sponsored by Sarasota County and the Pelican Press. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with sculpting lasting until 1 p.m. Prizes awarded for the best sculptures in categories including People’s Choice. Come and build your own sand sculpture or vote for your favorite. Call 941-915-1184 for more information. Contacts Call 861-5000 and ask for Jonathan Poyner

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If pets could post their own personals, here what they’d say‌ Henry (male dog) 6LQJOH LQ GRJ \HDUV Ă€W EXW QRW IDQDWLFDO DERXW Ă€WQHVV 12 EDOG VSRWV no baggage, I don’t bring work home with me, just balls and such. I just want to enjoy life, good company, laughter, happiness and all aspects that companionship is meant to encompass without the BS. If you have kids, that’s ok I just prefer them at least eight-years old. I do love to sit on laps even though I’m no body’s lap dog. Your mission, should you decide to accept it is to pack your wit, wisdom, humor, playfulness, love of life, inner child, adventurous and inquisitive nature, but leave any excess baggage, drama, bad relationship and job stuff behind. :) Please put “mission possibleâ€? in the subject line along with stealthy clues to a favorite possible rendezvous point of your choosing‌) Should you chicken out, the secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions...but it will be a crying shame!!!! Smoochie (male cat) My name says it all. I am a lover. The more attention the better‌ I’m single, well educated – I can sit for treats, and I have big green eyes. I love to talk and if I think you are not paying enough attention to me, I’ll gently WDS \RX ZLWK P\ SDZ , GR KDYH KLJK VWDQGDUGV EXW RQFH , Ă€QG WKH ULJKW one(s) I’ll shower you with my championship purr. Here’s my criteria: If you run out of wind walking to the kitchen to get your smokes, I am SUREDEO\ QRW LQWHUHVWHG LI \RX DUH RQ D Ă€UVW QDPH EDVLV ZLWK WKH UHFHSWLRQLVW at the free clinic, I am probably not interested, if you have future court dates, I am probably not interested. If you carry a mutant little dog in your purse everywhere you go, I am probably not interested, if you shave your face more often than me, I am probably not interested.

‌around the island Sat. 4/7 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Games Beach Access #5 from 9 a.m. to noon. For Children Ages 1-6. Each child receives an Easter Stuffed Animal and an Easter Egg Hunt Goody Bag stuffed with prizes. Face painters will be there and opportunities to ride the trolley, tour the Siesta Key DPEXODQFH DQG Ă€UH WUXFN DQG SDUWLFLSDWH LQ other fun family entertainment. Sheriff Dept. Ă€QJHUSULQWLQJ NLWV DUH DYDLODEOH 5HJLVWUDWLRQ LV OLPLWHG WR Ă€UVW SDLG FKLOGUHQ )RU additional information contact Roz at 941349-2770 ext: 227. Sat. & Sun. 4/14 & 4/15 33rd Annual Siesta Fiesta Bold and vibrant paintings, contemporary and whimsical art, life-size sculptures, photography and jewelry are among the original works of art that will transform this popular destination into an outdoor gallery style art show. In addition a full spectrum of quality craft mediums will be on display and for sale. A SRUWLRQ RI WKH SURFHHGV ZLOO EHQHĂ€W WKH 6LHVWD Key Association. Admission is free and open WR WKH SXEOLF 7KH DUWLVWV ZLOO OLQH 2FHDQ Boulevard with their professional display booths while the crafters will display their unique and affordable crafts throughout Siesta Key Village for a sidewalk craft fair. All artists and crafters will be present for the duration of the show, available to discuss WKHLU ZRUN DQG LQVSLUDWLRQ 2FHDQ %RXOHYDUG ZLOO EH FORVHG WR YHKLFXODU WUDIĂ€F VWDUWLQJ DW 2FHDQ DQG &DQDO DQG UXQQLQJ WKURXJK WR Beach Road. Sat. 4/14 &%¡V 6DOWZDWHU 2XWĂ€WWHU¡V 2UYLV (QGRUVHG Fly Fishing School - CB’s Saltwater 2XWĂ€WWHU¡V 6WLFNQH\ 3RLQW 5G RQ 6LHVWD .H\ ZLOO KROG 2UYLV (QGRUVHG Ă \ Ă€VKLQJ VFKRROV 7KH VFKRROV ZLOO FRYHU Ă \ FDVWLQJ basics, line control, shooting line and the roll FDVW 2UYLV (QGRUVHG 2XWĂ€WWHU JXLGHV &DSW Rick Grassett and Capt. Ed Hurst, will also FRYHU OHDGHU FRQVWUXFWLRQ Ă \ VHOHFWLRQ DQG VDOWZDWHU Ă \ Ă€VKLQJ WHFKQLTXHV 7KH FRXUVH GHVLJQHG IRU EHJLQQLQJ DQG LQWHUPHGLDWH Ă \ casters, will focus on basics but also work with intermediate casters on correcting faults and improving casting skills. Cost for the school, which will run from 9am to 3pm, LV SHU SHUVRQ DQG LQFOXGHV WKH XVH RI SUHPLXP 2UYLV Ă \ WDFNOH D WH[W ERRN DQG OXQFK &RQWDFW &%¡V 6DOWZDWHU 2XWĂ€WWHUV DW (941) 349-4400 to make reservations

These pets would love to have a family of their own. If you are considering a pet, please give them a chance. Contact Information: Cat Welch, Adoption Manager Ph: 941-955-4131 Email: cwelch@hssc.org

Places of Worship Siesta Key Presbyterian Chapel (See Siesta Key street map for location)

4615 Gleason Ave., Siesta Key 941.349.1166

St. Michael Catholic Church (See Siesta Key street map for location)

5394 Midnight Pass Rd., Siesta Key | 941.349.4174

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

5615 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key 941.349.5656

Life in the Son

Please call for worship times and locations 941.539.7972

Floating Chapel on the Bay

America’s Only Floating Chapel

Home Port: Ramada Waterfront Inn, 7040 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 34243 941.379.7327

Temple Sinai, a Reform Congregation (The closest Jewish congregation to the key for visitors)

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

Church News

Life in the Son is a new Non-Denominational Church in Siesta Key. Everyone is welcome, regardless of where they are in their journey of faith. What can you expect? A Christ centered atmosphere of grace and healing, Relevant, practical teachings from the Bible, Contemporary, celebrative praise and intimate worship. Life in the Son is a place where structure surrenders to Spirit, and where creativity and the arts are expressions of worship. Please call for worship times and locations, Pastor Michael Broy at 941-5397972. “Let’s Get Real�

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Island Health

|How Can Chiropractic Care Help You? Who do you know that is Subluxated and lives in the United States? Who do you know that needs a healthy immune system or that have children that are always sick? Your immune system is controlled by the brain, either indirectly through hormones in the bloodstream, or directly through the nerves and neurochemicals. One of the most widely accepted explanations of cancer, the “surveillance” theory, states that cancer cells are developing in our bodies all the time but are normally destroyed by white blood cells before they can develop into dangerous tumors. Cancer appears when the immune system becomes suppressed and can no longer deal with this routine threat. It follows that whatever upsets the brain’s control of the immune system will foster malignancy. Most certainly chiropractic science should be given due credit for being on the right track. Chiropractic has been helping people with musculoskeletal pain for over 110 years. Medical studies have shown that chiropractic can be effective at treating back pain, sciatica, neck pain, dizziness, and even high blood pressure. Millions RI SHRSOH KDYH EHQHÀWHG IURP WKH QDWXUDO approach of chiropractic. The immune system, as all other systems, is controlled by the nervous system; mental

impulses from brain cell to tissue cell are necessary for its proper function. And the vertebral subluxations interference to this vital neural communication between brain and body plays a VLJQLÀFDQW UROH LQ WKH PDLQWHQDQFH RI D normal functioning immune system. Long Term Chiropractic Patients have an improved immune system response. Most all authorities today recognized the supremacy of the nervous system in its role as the master system over all body function. Chiropractic care, keeping ng the body free of nerve interference along ng the spine, plays an important role in health maintenance. Chiropractic is concerned with strengthening the body to “suit” the outside environment. While nutrition, detox, max-mind, and healthy relationships are important, these things are secondary to a chiropractic adjustment that restores health within the body by removing nerve interference and allowing the body to heal. If you suffer from back pain, neck pain, headache, sciatica or have been in an auto collision, chiropractic care can get you back on the road to health. Dr. Jennifer Norbits provides quality care at Amazing Life Chiropractic for patients in Siesta Key, FL.

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|A Bridge For Independence

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abridgeforindependence.com | 866.279.4390 Kimberly Stanford has been a nurse for over 24 years. She is currently an RN with a degree in Business Administration and maintains an Administrator’s license. Kimberly’s nursing experience includes a multitude of Health Care environments including Hospitals, Long Term Care, Assisted Living, Nutritional Centers and Home Health Care. In 2008, after 18 years of Home Care experience, Kimberly Stanford started her own In-Home Care business named A Bridge For Independence LLC. The company has grown successfully & now serves 5 counties; Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, Monroe and Pinellas. Last year, Kimberly added a new platform of services including Home Watch & Concierge services.

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Island Beat

Village Gourmet 11-ish to 3-ish Thursday - Sunday

Long Island Johnnie

Wednesday’s at Capt. Curts Backroom Saloon

Growing up in a navy family (a pirate at heart) LIJ has been traveling and playing around the world, now he has slowed down and moved onto his sail boat here near Siesta Key. With plenty of stories to tell mixed with music from artists such as Jimmy Buffet, Zac Brown, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Sublime, Vanilla Ice, David Allan Coe, and many others - along with original songs (lots of crowd interaction and improv)...”So get all dressed up in your cleanest dirty clothes, shoes are optional!” Sit back, relax and if you end up quitting your job and moving to the beach, you can blame it on LIJ.

MarcAnthony Roman & the Retro Show A full-time touring musician with a performance list containing over 3000 songs with music ranging from the 50’ through the 90’s. Great old school music to get the rockin’ crowd into the retro groove. “This one guy sounded like six. The best one man show we have ever seen.” This is where the party doesn’t stop, until the polyester melts! CLUB

MONDAY

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WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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Russell classical guitar 6-10pm

DĂƌǀŝŶ Ɛ ^ŚŽǁ Beach music 6-10pm

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Solo artist 1-3pm

Solo artist 1-3pm

Solo artist 1-3pm

Tommy Dee 6-10pm

Georgia 6-10pm

Patrick 6-10pm

Al & Island Friends 6-10pm Solo artist 1-3pm Jennifer Leigh 6-10pm

Live Music All Day

Solo artist 1-3pm Live Band 5:30-9:30pm

Bar Wars Allison Imre Sign up 10pm

DJ Kaiser 10pm-2am

DJ Will K 10pm-2am

April 4 & 11 only

April 5 & 12 only

DJ Kaiser 10pm-2am

Live Music Marvin (4-8pm)

Live Music Sly (4-8pm)

BLASÉ CAFÉ In The Village 941-349-9822

BLU QUE ISLAND GRILL In The Village 941-346-0738

Solo Artist 1-3pm Noel Harris 6-10pm

DAIQUIRI DECK In The Village 941-349-8697

GILLIGANS In The Village 941-346-8122

SIESTA KEY OYSTER BAR (SKOB)In The Village 941-346-5443

THE BEACH CLUB In The Village 941-349-6311

THE COTTAGE In The Village 941-312-9300

THE HUB-BAJA GRILL In The Village 941-349-6800

Rodney Shenk 6-10pm

RPM 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

Marvin 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

RPM 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

Live Music 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

Acoustic Pete1-5pm Live Music 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

Road Block 3-7pm Undertow 6-10pm DJ 10pm-2am

Tony Tyler 7-11pm

Ben ,ĂŵŵŽŶĚ Ɛ open mic nite

Kettle of Fish 7-11pm

Acoustic Pete 7-11pm

Swamp Donkie 2-6pm Rising Tide 8pm 12 am

Dana & Co 2-6pm Mike Tozier 8pm-12am

Cort Farris & Cougar Wranglers (2-6pm) Chris Otto 7-11pm

Ben Hammond 10pm-2am

Rising Tide 9pm-1am

DJ Jimi-O DJ Rev Kev 10pm-2am

Country/Rock Band & DJ Rev Kev 10pm-2am

Live Music & DJ Jimi-O 10pm-2am

Live Music & DJ Rev Kev 10pm-2am

Democracy(Reggae) DJ Jimi-O DJ Rev Kev 10-2am

Live Music 6-9pm

Live Music 6-9pm

Live Music 6-9pm

Live Music 7-10pm

Live Music 7-10pm

Live Music 7-10pm

Live Music 6-9pm

Live Music 12-4pm 5-8pm

Live Music 12-4pm 5-8pm

Live Music 12-4pm 5-8pm

Live Music 12-4pm 5-8pm

Live Music 12-4 & 5-8pm 9pm-12am

Live Music 12-4 & 5-8pm 9pm-12am

Live Music 12-4pm 5-8pm

7-11pm

THE LOCAL BEAN

Live Music 6-9pm

In The Village 941-870-2671

THE VILLAGE GOURMET In The Village 941-349-7651

BACKROOM SALOON @ CAPT. CURTS Crescent Beach Shops 941-349-3885

SNIKI TIKI @ CAPT CURTS Crescent Beach Shops 941-349-3885

Live Music 11am-3pm

Live Music 11am-3pm

Long Island Johnnie 11am-3pm

Long Island Johnnie 11am-3pm

Long Island Johnnie 11am-3pm

Fab Three 9pm-12am

Sunny Jim 9pm-12am

Marc Anthony 9pm-12am

Karaoke 9pm-1:30am

Karaoke 9pm-1am

Karaoke 9pm-1am

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Live Music 6-10pm

Ben Hammond 6-10pm

Solo Guitar 6-10pm

Democracy 4-8pm

Tiki Bar-Live Music (6-9pm) Underground Club (9pm-1am)

Tiki Bar Live Music 6-9pm

Tiki Bar Live Music 5-8pm

Live Music 4-8pm

Live Music 4-8pm

Live Music 4-8pm

Live Music 5-8pm

Live Music 5-8pm

Live Music 5-8pm

Over the south bridge 941-921-6200

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Open Mic Karaoke 8pm-Midnight (In Ballroom)

1660 S. Tamiami Trl., Osprey 941-966-2121 (One Place-Three Venues) Call for Band Schedule

Open Mic Karaoke 8pm-Midnight (In Ballroom)

CASEY KEY FISH HOUSE 801 Blackburn Pt. Rd.,Osprey 941-966-1901

135 Bayview Dr., Osprey 941-966-5746

Live Music 6-9pm

Live Music 11am-3pm

BOATYARD BAR & GRILL

SPANISH POINT RESTAURANT & PUB

SUNDAY

Live Music 5-8pm

Live Music 5-8pm

Live Music 5-8pm

Above information subject / to change. We suggest calling venues for confirmation.

Live Music 5-8pm

Long Island Johnnie 11am-3pm

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Bartender of The Mon

Wednesday's at SKOB

Kettle of Fish

SKOB, 5238 Ocean Bl

They have been performing in clubs, pubs and venues all over the United States and the World for years. They have shared the stage with members of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Roger Waters’ Band, Graham Forbes of the Incredible String Band, Pat Travers, Damon Fowler, Dickey Betts, the Amazing Bolts, Shea Seger, Twinkle, Devon Allman, Eddie Money, Molly Hatchet, Elvin Bishop, Tommy Castro, Trombone Shorty, the Marshall Tucker Band, among others.

vd., Siesta Key, 34242,

Name of Bartender: Jessica Moore Hometown: Ohio

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Q: How long have you been bartending? A: I have been bartending off and on since 1997.

Friday's at SKOB

Swamp Donkie Florida’s newest sensation, Swamp Donkie is comprised of international recording artist JOHN WHITELEATHER and South Carolina’s own MARY BETH PONDER. In the short time they’ve been together, they’ve created quite a buzz amongst a growing audience and venues alike. Delivering a raw, energetic, and at times, humorous approach to music; Swamp Donkie’s spontaneity keeps folks coming back knowing that each performance will be a fresh and unique experience.

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Q: What was the strangest or funniest thing you experienced at work? A: One night a co-worker’s boyfriend came into the bar. He was super drunk and decided to dance on the bar. This was a small pub with low ceilings and he had to bend down while dancing. After about 2 minutes he started trying to spin around and fell, right behind the bar at my feet. He just missed the sink and the wine rack by about an inch. He just laid there laughing for at least 5 minutes. We all just looked at him cracking up. It was hilarious. Q: What do you do in your spare time? A: If I have any spare time I do booking and promotions for bands. I also have been spending quite a bit of time at the gym lately. I like to hang out in the sun and read and just relax with friends. Q: How would you describe yourself? A: I’m a pretty easy going girl with a good/odd sense of humor. Sarcasm is my best friend. Q: How would you describe Siesta Key Oyster Bar (SKOB)? A: SKOB is a great place to work and hang-out; most of us do even on our days off. The atmosphere is wonderful and the owners are amazing. SKOB is just a laid-back island bar with a good group of locals and tourists that hang out. We get repeat guests every year from super far away. SKOB is always energetic and fun. You never know what will happen from day to day. Q: When’s the best time to see you? A: I work at the back bar every Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Come visit!!!

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Meet the Natives

Yellow-crowned Night-heron (Nyctanassa violacea) Other names: crab-eater, crabier, gauldin ‡ Status: FL=stable, IUCN=LC ‡ Length: 22-28 in. (56-71 cm) ‡ Weight: 1.6 lb (.72 kg) ‡ :LQJVSDQ LQ FP

‡ Life span: Up to 6 years ‡ Nests: throughout SW Florida ‡ Found: All six counties, coastal, near coast, mainland ‡ Months found: JFmamjJASOND (lower case indicates nesting season)

CharlesSobczak livingsanibel@gmail.com

Found only in North and South America, the yellow-crowned night-heron is virtually identical in size to its close relative, the black-crowned night-heron, but has less than one-third the life span. The easiest way to tell the two birds apart part is by the large, yellowish tuft of feathers on the yellow-crowned heron, ron, making it appear to have a punk-style tyle haircut. Its wings are also much more ngs variegated than the solid gray wings of the black-crowned heron. The yellow-crowned heron tends nds to feed more often during daylight ght hours and does not have as diverse rse a diet as its cousin. As its nicknames mes imply, the yellow-crowned nighththeron specializes in eating crabs. A curious habit of this bird is that it carefully

removes all the legs on a captured crab before eating. It is monogamous and tends to nest in small colonies of other yellow-crowned night-herons. Snakes and other birds prey on its eggs, and alligators and bobcats take the adult bird. Its population is stable, but it suffers from habitat loss resulting from the drainage of wetlands and coastal development. p

Island Humor

> A woman goes into a Bass Pro Shop to buy a rod and reel, for her grandson’s birthday. She doesn’t know which one to get so she just grabs one and goes over to the counter. A Bass Pro Shop associate is standing there, wearing dark shades. She says, “Excuse me, sir. Can you tell me anything about this rod and reel? He says, “Ma’am, I’m completely blind‌ but if you’ll just drop it on the counter I can tell you everything you need to know just by the sound it makes.â€? She doesn’t believe him but drops it on the counter anyway. He says, “That’s a six foot Shakespeare graphite rod, with a Zebco 404 reel and 10 pound test line. It’s a good all around combination and it’s on sale this week for only twenty-dollars.â€? She says, “That’s amazing that you can tell all that just by the sound of it dropping on the counter. I’ll take it.â€? As she opens her purse,her credit card drops on the Ă RRU “Oh, that sounds like a Mastercard,â€? he says. She bends down to pick it up and DFFLGHQWDOO\ IDUWV $W Ă€UVW VKH LV UHDOO\ embarrassed, but then realizes that there is no way the blind clerk could tell it was she who tooted. Being blind‌he wouldn’t know that she was the only person around. The man rings up the sale and says, “That’ll be $34.50 please.â€? The woman is totally confused by this and asks, “Didn’t you tell me the rod and reel were on sale for $20? How’d you get $34.50?

He replies, “Yes Ma’am. The rod and reel is $20, but the Duck Call is $11, and the Bear Repellent is $3.50.â€? > ´, FDQ¡W Ă€QG D FDXVH IRU \RXU LOOQHVV Âľ a doctor said during a consultation. “Frankly, I think it may be due to drinking.â€? “In that case, replied his patient, “I’ll come back when you are sober.â€? > After years of studies, scientists in the United States revealed that beer contains traces of female hormones. To prove their theory, they gave 100 men 12 pints of beer and observed that by the end of the study 100 percent of them talked nonsense and couldn’t drive. > A married couple were asleep when the phone rang at 2am in the morning. The wife picked up the phone, listened a moment and said, “How should I know; that’s over 200 miles from here,â€? and hung up. The husband asked, “What was that about?â€? The wife answered, “I don’t know, some woman wanting to know if the coast is clear.â€? > Why is it that when someone tells you that there are one billion stars in the universe you believe them, but if they tell you there is wet paint you have to touch it?

|Maduro Cigar & Bar 7386 S. Tamiami Trail (opposite Wilde Honda) Sarasota, Florida | 941.925.4747 2nd location OPEN NOW at University Park 0DGXUR &LJDU %DU LV D FLJDU DĂ€FLRQDGR¡V dream destination where Sarasota goes to HQMR\ OLIH¡V Ă€QHU SOHDVXUHV LQ D VXUURXQGLQJ ZLWK D YHU\ GLVWLQFWLYH 'RPLQLFDQ Ă DYRU Opening in 2007, Maduro Cigar & Bar exploded onto the local social scene and has become Sarasota’s #1 cigar destination.

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Beach Reads

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“The Man Who Quit Money” by Mark Sundeen

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Beach Reads Bio: The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 12,000 books.

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