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Lifestyle
Estero PUBLISHER Gary
Israel
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF JP
Faber
ASSOCIATE EDITOR Danielle
DEPARTMENTS
ASSOCIATE EDITOR Ivette
10 Best Bets
Tarrant
Figueroa
ASSOCIATE EDITOR Richard
Shellene
PROFILE 14 The Face of Estero
CREATIVE
Political Person of the Year Dick Schweers
BUSINESS 18 Alico Family Golf Center
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A hybrid of family entertainment and golf skill building
FEATURES
Geronemus Smit ART DIRECTOR Alexander Hernandez ART DIRECTOR Frank Papandrea GRAPHIC DESIGNER Alisha Riddle MARKETING
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER Dawn
22 Spearheading Incorporation John Goodrich of the Estero Council fights for Estero’s “Village with a Vision”
26 Twenty Years of Stan and Haney Talk show duo hits their 5,000th show
EVENTS PLANNER Suzanne
Rahicki
Holtermann
WRITERS SENIOR WRITER Laura
Cummings Gates, Bruce Turkel
PHOTOGRAPHERS
DINING STYLE
Laura Cummings Gates
32 Pewter Mug
Downtown Photo/Fort Lauderdale
The perfect setting for fine steak and seafood
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR Melanie
Dreamfocus Photography
SCENE ON SITE 36 Estero Chamber’s 3rd Annual Golf
ADVERTISING SALES Gary Israel
Tournament
Jill Horowitz
38 Estero Chamber Membership
Rona Levenson
Round Up
Sally Nicholas
40 Remembering Mimi
Beth Tache
42 5th Annual Love That Dress
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HAPPY NOVEMBER, ESTERO!! I am sure that everyone is relieved that things have started to dry out around paradise!!! WOW! What a summer!! I, for one, am ready for a change of seasons. Change of seasons, you say? Of course!! While some parts of the country enjoy many changes to their weather and vegetation in the fall, we in southwest Florida can always tell that it has arrived by simply watching the temperatures of the Gulf of Mexico and the car carriers making their annual migration into town. We already have a little more traffic and our shops stores and favorite restaurants are slightly busier. But what a great time it is around here in the greater Estero area. There is so much going on already. The Florida Everblades have kicked off their season, college football is almost at the end of theirs and FGCU’s Men’s & Women’s basketball seasons are just around the corner!! GO EAGLES!! #DUNK CITY!! I hope
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everyone will take advantage of having the ‘home team’ so close by. I encourage you to get out and support these athletes. Whether in business, sports or life, to reach the milestone of 5,000 in anything is quite an accomplishment! This month’s cover story honors K-Rock’s dynamic duo in the afternoons, Stan & Haney. That’s right… coming up on their 5,000 show together. They are funny most of the time, irreverent some of the time, but talented all of the time. You can catch their show on 96.1FM. In case you have been away for a while, the big talk (other than Hertz relocating to New Jersey) involves the debate over incorporation. The first step for the residents of our community is to support a petition to allow a referendum to be placed on the ballot (no matter if you are for or against we still need to be able to voice our opinions!!). We want to introduce you to John Goodrich, Chairman of the Incorporation and Annexation Committee of the Estero Council of Community Leaders. Read about what lies before us. Speaking of community leaders, some say that Dick Schweers,
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Chairman of the Estero Fire Rescue Board is the ‘Face of Estero.’ I invite you to enjoy getting to know him! So, how’s your golf game? Doesn’t matter!! Even if you are the most experienced player around or you have never held a club… how about a 30-acre family golf center that will enable the whole family to enjoy a golf outing together? Check out the Alico Family Golf Center coming to the area early next year. And, how about a healthy cut of prime rib?? Head on down to the Pewter Mug, and enjoy not only Certified Angus Beef, but tremendous seafood and an incredible soup/salad bar. And, on a sad note, we said goodbye to the Grande Dame of Estero and Founder of the Estero Historical Society, Mimi Straub at 100+ years of age. We have dedicated a “scene” page in this issue to her memory. And on a personal note, in a few weeks most of us will gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving. I don’t know of any community that should have more to be thankful for than Estero. I hope that each of you will take time during the month to reflect, in your own way, on what you are most thankful for. Good health, true friends, loving family or special opportunities—take time to be thankful. And tell the ones that you love, that you do. And as always, “Enjoy the Lifestyle!”
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BEST BETS Harry Connick, Jr. brings his “Every Man Should Know” tour to Naples for one night only. He began performing as a pianist and vocalist in New Orleans at age five and has exemplified every aspect of the entertainment world from musical performances, on screen achievements and Broadway appearances. Also catch classic rock band America at ArtisNaples on Nov. 20. » NAPLES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - Nov. 7 Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples Info: www.naplesfilmfest.com
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THEATRE: HOW I BECAME A PIRATE - NOV. 1-22
Multiple locations along the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel Info: www.calusablueway paddlingfestival.com
Activities are planned throughout Lee County from Friday through Sunday. Most demos, instruction and speakers will be on the Sanibel Causeway. The schedule includes kayaking and SUP fitness, safety and yoga. The CaluSUP Relay Race and the Doggie Paddle will be at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday. Offsite tours and events include Wildlife Kayak Tours with Adventure Sea Kayak & SUP, evening paddles with Southwest Florida Paddling Club, Sunrise or Dolphin/Manatee Kayak Tours with Gulf Cost Kayak and a Picnic Island Paddle Saturday at 11 a.m.
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers Tickets: (239)278-4422 or www.broadwaypalm.com
A new season of Children’s Theatre kicks off with “How I Became a Pirate,” opening Oct. 25 and running through Nov. 22. This story of pirate adventure is all about finding one’s own heart. Tickets are $18 and include lunch. Other children’s productions this season include “Babes in Toyland,” “Freckleface Strawberry,” and “The Little Mermaid.” On the main stage, “CATS” runs through Nov. 23 and “Swingin’ Christmas” opens Nov. 28. » HARRY CONNICK JR. - Nov. 6
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The Fifth Annual Naples International Film Festival Opening Night & Party will celebrate the magic of cinema through an exclusive film screening of “Hank and Asha,” followed by a night of dancing. “Hank and Asha” is a modern love story about an Indian woman studying in Prague and a lonely New Yorker who begin a correspondence through video letters. The complete Red Carpet experience is $159, or film ticket only for $29. » BONITA CHRISTIAN FORUM: CHAD WILLIAMS - Nov. 12 First Presbyterian Church, 9751 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs Info: (239)992-3233 or www. bonitachristianforum.org
The Bonita Christian Forum kicks off its ninth season with Chad Williams, former Navy SEAL and author of “SEAL of God.” Williams will recount his faith journey from a hatredmotivated Navy SEAL to an evangelist. This free event is open to the public and begins at 7 p.m. Other speakers on this season’s lineup include syndicated columnist Cal Thomas, former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson, Pam Tebow (Tim’s
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Hotworks.org presents the 12th bi-annual Estero Fine Arts Show at Miromar Outlets. This is a juried fine arts and crafts event with world-renowned and top-notch local artists. A youth art competition is run by the Institute for the Arts & Education Inc. Admission and parking is free. The next Estero Fine Arts Show is scheduled for Jan. 4-5, 2014. » SWFL FALL HOME AND GARDEN SHOW - Nov. 16-17 Germain Arena, Estero Info: (239)948-7825 or www.germainarena.com
Meet the host of the HGTV show “New Spaces.” Jim Parks will host free remodeling seminars at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A panel of experts will answer questions about home repair and remodeling. Free admission and parking.
Bella Gutshtein and Boris Sandler of the Russian Cultural Center will kick off a new season for their Estero Concert Series with “A Family Affair” Chamber Music program. Featured artists will be Victor Derevianko on piano, Diana Cahanescu on cello, Sania D. Whitaker on violin and Monica Biacchi on viola. Dereviando is a distinguished professor emeritus of the Israel Academy of Music at the Tel Aviv University. His daughter, Sania Whitaker, is a member of the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra. The program will feature the music of Brahms and Verdi. Tickets are $34 and include entrance into the park. Future concert dates are Jan. 19, March 16, April 19 and May 17. A holiday concert and fundraiser is planned on Dec. 29.
Enjoy a traditional New England Feast with your loved ones aboard the Seminole Gulf Railway. Tickets: Adults, $40; children, $20. Or, enjoy a Thanksgiving Feast while watching the final performance of “Whaaa Hooo Murders.” Train departs at 5:30 p.m. and tickets are $69.
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Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Pkwy., Ft. Myers Info: (239)481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com
Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy., Estero Info: (239)948-7825 or www. germainarena.com
» ART CLASSES BEGIN - Nov. 18 Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs, 26100 Old U.S. 41 Info: (239)495-8989 or www. artcenterbonita.org
A new session of adult and children’s classes begins at the center on Nov. 18. Choose from drawing, painting, clay, photography, fused glass and more. Classes are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings and Saturdays. Sessions typically run four to six weeks, and intense study workshops are offered with well-known artists.
Men’s Division participating schools: Louisiana Tech, Stetson, Illinois-Chicago, Wagner, Southern Illinois, San Diego, North Carolina Greensboro and St. Bonaventure. Women’s Division schools: UCLA, North Carolina State, Mississippi State, Wright State, James Madison, Grand Canyon, Middle Tennessee State and Southeastern Louisiana. Tickets are $20-50, or $120 for an all-tournament pass. » THANKSGIVING FAMILY LUNCHEON TRAIN - Nov. 28 Seminole Gulf Railway, 2805
» ESTERO CONCERT SERIES: CHAMBER MUSIC 1 - Nov. 23
The ancient art of Chinese Acrobatics has a rich history and is one of the most popular art forms among the Chinese people. Acrobatics have evolved into performances of dance, opera, martial arts and sports. Golden Dragon Acrobatics continues to present this art form with roots as far back as the Xia Dynasty (4,000 years ago). Also at the Barbara B. Mann Theatre this month, laugh with “Cuff Me: The Fifty Shades of Grey Unauthorized Musical Parody!” Nov. 9 or enjoy the smooth sounds of Kenny G in concert Nov. 13.
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Dick Schweers, chairman of the Estero Fire Rescue Board of Commissioners and Estero Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 Political Person of the Year.
THE FACE OF ESTERO: DICK SCHWEERS Chairman of the Estero Fire Rescue Board of Commissioners—and the Estero Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 Political Person of the Year By Laura J. Cummings Gates
ick Schweers entered the political scene in Estero during tumultuous times. It was August 1997 and he had just been appointed to the Estero Fire and Rescue District’s Board of Commissioners by Gov. Lawton Chiles. It didn’t matter that Schweers was a lifelong Republican and Chiles a Democrat. The Estero fire district was in chaos, evoking headlines and drawing picketers from around the state. Chiles needed to get someone on the board fast. And not just anyone—someone with experience, integrity and levelheadedness. Schweers had recently retired as District Superintendent of Northern Illinois Gas and was settling into what seemed a sleepy tropical paradise with his wife, Shirley. Before relocating, he had been actively involved in chambers of commerce and served on the board of the Lisle-Woodridge Fire Protection District. At first, he wasn’t convinced he should get mixed up in the mess left by former Fire Chief Jimmy Wright, who surprised Estero’s 11 firefighters by firing them while they were out on a training exercise and replacing them with a private contractor, Wackenhut. By the time Schweers entered the picture, a Wackenhut firefighter was killed
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during a brush fire, the fire chief was arrested for stealing picket signs, and several commissioners had resigned. The first fire board meeting he attended, in the old fire barn on U.S. 41, was packed with TV crews, outraged Estero residents and angry firefighters. “It was filled with sweat, anger and emotion,” Schweers recalls. “The events were just incredible.” The board had fired Wackenhut and reinstated the former Estero firefighters, but some had already moved on. “So there we were with six guys, one old barn, two old trucks, no chief and close to a quarter-million dollars in debt,” Schweers says. “And Estero was starting to grow.” FGCU had just opened, spurring a flurry of new development in the community, and the Estero Chamber of Commerce was beginning to take shape. Miromar Outlets and Germain Arena also opened in 1998. “We had to grow fast in 1997 to 1998,” Schweers says. “We took out a big loan and started buying fire trucks.” As the community expanded, Schweers took an active role, not only in bringing Advanced Life Support services to the fire district, but also with issues concerning the community at large. He became chairman of the board in 2000 and directed the construction of all four fire stations. “He’s been kind of the face of Estero for a long time,” says Estero Fire Chief Scott Vanderbrook. Schweers fought the bureaucracy for years to get a flashing emergency signal on U.S. 41 at the Coconut Point fire station. He’s still fighting to turn that signal into a fully functioning traffic light, ramping up efforts after his Fountain Lakes neighbor, 17-year-old Danielle Chapman, was killed crossing the busy highway. “He is very dedicated, and he is willing to jump in on anything to make the community better,” Vanderbrook says. “There’s a relentlessness about Commissioner Schweers. He’s very detail-oriented, and he follows through to the end.” Q
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ALICO FAMILY GOLF CENTER COMING IN JANUARY By Laura J. Cummings Gates
magine the whole family enjoying a golf outing together, without anyone getting frustrated or left behind. The kids are learning the basics with a rewarding round of SNAG (Starting New at Golf) on short holes designed just for beginners. Mom is practicing her short game on the chipping green while dad is teeing off at the driving range. Everyone will finish up together with a fun round of mini golf, which reinforces the fundamentals of solid putting. And then, there’s dinner at the sports cafe. This scenario for family fun will be possible with the opening of the Alico Family Golf Center this winter. It’s the vision of PGA Golf Pro Jim St. Germain. He has teamed up with another PGA professional, Kraig Feighery, who will manage the new facility. “This will be a fantastic amenity to the community,” says David Dale, president of the Owen-Ames-Kimball Company, which has been contracted to build the golf center. “There’s nothing like this south of Tampa.” The 30-acre site sits off of Alico Road about one mile west of Interstate 75, on Lee Road. Architects have designed the driving range to face north so the sun will
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never be in the golfer’s eyes. The range will also be open late for optimum flexibility of schedules, closing at 11 p.m. State and local officials are welcoming the golf center as a valuable addition to the community. Rep. Heather Fitzenhagen took lessons from Feighery when he was a pro at Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club. “I’m very excited, and I know he loves the game and is a great business man,” she said. She was joined by Rep. Ray Rodrigues at the golf center’s groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 26. “This will be Cecil Pendergrass, chair of the Lee County Board of Commissioners, also a fantastic came to show his support. amenity to the “This is the result of our efforts community,” says in Lee County of being business friendly,” he says, referring to david dale. commissioners’ recent reduction of building impact fees. The timing was right, says St. Germain, who has been planning for more than a decade. He was pleased to acquire the property at a good price just as the local economy is picking up and more families are moving to the area. The Golf Center will include a 5,600-square-foot clubhouse with a full restaurant, three party rooms and a golf merchandise shop. A staff of 15 will include four PGA teaching professionals. The driving range will have 60 tee boxes to start, with future plans for a double-decker covered tee box area. The short game practice area will include a putting green and a chipping green.
Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Alico Family Golf Center
Beginners from ages three up will be able to learn the game on a “SNAG-friendly” course with holes of 30 to 65 yards. The miniature golf course will feature a realistic design for “skillful” putting. “We’re here to simplify golf and bring it to the masses, and grow the game,” Feighery said. He is hoping to grow alliances in the community, as well, working with Florida Gulf Coast University’s Golf Management Program, the Lee County School District and local businesses. Future plans to expand the Golf Center include adding batting cages, bumper boats and an arcade. The Alico Family Golf Center is scheduled to open in January and will have the only miniature golf course in the county east of U.S. 41. Feighery and St. Germain expect the hybrid of family entertainment and golf skill building to be a winning combination. “This will be a nationally recognized family golf center,” Feighery said. Q
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ohn Goodrich’s butterfly garden could use some weeding. His golf game has been totally neglected, and he’s rarely crossing titles off his list of books to read. As the “general” in charge of the fight for Estero’s incorporation, Goodrich heads up the volunteer army, which has been feverishly working to bring the issue to a vote in November 2014. Goodrich has chaired the Estero Council of Community Leaders (ECCL) Incorporation and Annexation Committee for the last seven years. Until this summer, the ECCL had been opposed to incorporation, citing Estero’s positive relationship with the Lee Board of County Estero began forming Commissioners (BOCC) and the its unique Community effective efforts of Estero’s many retired executives to establish Plan a decade ago, and maintain superior standards coining its slogan as a for development in Estero. Now, things have changed. “Village with a Vision.” Estero leaders feel threatened by Bonita Springs’ voluntary annexation of 130 acres off Coconut Road, along with a planned vote to bring 842 homes in Pelican Landing and The Colony into the city next spring. The Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort is now contiguous with Bonita Springs’ boundaries, and rumor has it Estero’s southern neighbor is after communities on the north side of Coconut Road. “The world has changed for Estero,” Goodrich says. “We’re threatened by Bonita Springs, and we want to ensure ourselves of what we’ve worked for, in terms of building standards and quality of life.” There also have been changes in leadership and budget woes at the county level, which concern Estero’s volunteer leadership.
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“You can’t control your destiny by depending on county management,” Goodrich says. “As the county’s financial situation gets worse and worse, it could have a negative impact on Estero. Since we are a donor community, we should be able to keep that standard within our community.” Estero began forming its unique Community Plan a decade ago, coining its slogan as a “Village with a Vision.” Community leaders are now in the process of updating the Estero Plan, while seeking to make Estero’s status as a Village official. In the state of Florida, there is no legal distinction between a city, town or village. Incorporation would not change postal zip codes or fire district boundaries. The proposed Village of Estero would be about 30 square miles with a fulltime resident population of 26,000-28,000 (not including seasonal residents) and growing. It would include 30-40 residential communities—most of them gated, which means fewer services would need to be provided by the municipality. The future Village of Estero is projected to have a tax base of about $4.5 billion and bring in annual revenues of about $9 million. The Feasibility Study estimates annual expenses at $5.7 million, leaving a sizable budget surplus. Goodrich calls those figures ultra conservative, considering much development is on the horizon, including the Hertz worldwide headquarters, Walmart and several residential communities. “Incorporation would add another level of government, but when you weigh advantages versus disadvantages, it leans very heavily toward advantages because of the potential to pay less taxes and ability to adhere to building standards and what is envisioned in the Community Plan,” Goodrich says. ESTEROLIFESTYLEMAG.COM | OCTOBER 2013
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The proposed Estero boundaries presented in the Estero Community Plan.
In total, the ECCL will be spending at least $75,000 on its campaign for incorporation, including hiring consultant and lobbyist Burt Saunders to ensure the right to vote gets unanimous support from state legislators. Then the local bill would advance to the full legislature in Tallahassee. The local delegation—Rep. Ray Rodrigues, Rep. Heather Fitzenhagen, Rep. Matt Caldwell, Rep. Dane Eagle, Sen. Garrett Richter and Sen. Lizbeth Benacquisto—is expected to vote on the issue on December 3. The legislators will hold two public meetings at the Estero Recreation Center in Estero Community Park leading up to the big vote on Oct. 28 and Nov. 12. The ECCL is trying to accumulate as many petitions as possible from Estero residents and property owners, showing support for the incorporation vote. About 5,000 petitions were recorded within the first few weeks they were made available. “I told my community captains I want 10,000 petitions, and I can be a tough general,” says Goodrich. In addition to the petition drive, Goodrich has spearheaded efforts to determine village boundaries, create Estero’s legal charter and disseminate information from the Feasibility Study commissioned by the ECCL. He began his experience in “backdoor politics,” as he calls it, as a Human Resources executive with Pitney Bowes. He worked with the local Republican Party on municipal elections and volunteered with several organizations, including the volunteer fire department and the United Way, heading up its mentoring program for public school children.
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Goodrich credits his father with inspiring his bent toward community activism. His dad was a local dentist in the small farming community in Iowa where he grew up. “He did two things to impress me,” Goodrich explains. “One, we always bought our goods and services within our community, even though we paid more. And In addition to the petition two, my dad was always involved drive, Goodrich has in community affairs. He was on the city council for 15 years, spearheaded efforts to served as vice mayor and was determine village boundaries, active in the Lion’s Club.” create Estero’s legal charter When asked if he would run for mayor of Estero, it was and disseminate information an easy answer: “No.” That’s from the Feasibility Study because Estero citizens will commissioned by the ECCL. not directly elect their mayor. Rather, they will elect seven council members, and the council will elect a mayor from among them who will serve as chairman and be the spokesman for Estero. A paid city manager will run day-to-day operations. The question of whether to run for council is a little trickier. Goodrich intended to “retire” from the ECCL board in 2014, but that was before the incorporation issue heated up. “I would only run if I was concerned the directors of Estero needed the background and expertise I’ve had over the last 10 years,” says Goodrich. “I really think there are others who have that, and I would be happy to advise them. Lots of people have the skills and shared vision of what Estero should be.” Q
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hen Stan Nawalaniec and Mark Haney couple hours,” Haney says. It’s not only listeners who benefit from the zany first started working together, they were playing tunes from magnetic antics of the Stan and Haney Show. The duo has tape. The talk radio mavericks have been on-air through major historical events – like the Challenger explosion laughed their way and the aftermath of through early mornings, 9/11 – as well as their station format overhauls own personal triumphs and monumental life and tragedies. changes. “When my daughter The well-known duo was born, we were on met at a Melbourne, Fla., the air; when I was station in 1987, where handed divorce papers, they worked on separate we were on the air,” Stan shows. The stint was recalls. “We went in to brief, as the station soon do the show during some transitioned from Top of the worst times in our 40 to Oldies, and they lives, and it actually can both found themselves be very therapeutic to out of work. The early do it.” ’90s not only brought Listeners have come the genesis of CDs, but to expect Haney’s quirky also the emergence of character voices and the radio’s corporate era, duo’s unique spin on the making longevity in the day’s news. Many local business scarce. commuters tune into They reunited in Talk show duo Stan Nawalaniec and Mark Haney reach K-Rock each day to let 1993, bringing the Stan an unprecendented 5,000 shows in November. go of the day’s stress and and Haney Show to local airwaves and starting what has been a dominant unwind with Stan and Haney on the drive home. “It’s almost like two guys sitting in a restaurant reign in ratings for the last 20 years. The irreverent duo will celebrate their 5,000th show the week of at the bar, and everybody else gets to eavesdrop,” Stan says. November 8. “We always figured if we’re interested, or something “Five thousand shows is unprecedented,” Stan muses. “All the higher ups at the radio stations told makes us laugh, that’s what we bring to the radio,” us from day one this would fail. They said, ‘They’re Haney adds. “As long as we’re laughing, we’re doing poison; they’ll ruin the station.’ There was only one something right.” Preparation for the show is constant. Stan and other station in Boston that had a personality-based talk/music afternoon show. Haney and I were only the Haney read as many news articles and watch as second radio station to do that, and within two years, much television as they can to stay current and find nuggets for the show. They’ve been best friends for everybody was doing it.” They’ve now been at it so long, the Stan and decades, so the on-air exchange is authentic. The two Haney Show has third are in daily communication with each other and often “Because of our generation listeners. vacation together. “Our normal conversation sounds just like what we “Because of our longevity, we have an do on the air,” Haney says. longevity, we have an opportunity to really Their chemistry continues to draw new listeners. opportunity to really have an impact, and it’s have an impact, and it’s Most are male, but the number of female listeners really humbling,” says really humbling,” says is growing. Their faithful listeners come from all Mark Haney. Haney, who started walks of life, from truck drivers to former Lt. Gov. his brand of “Haney’s Jeff Kottkamp. Last year, Stan and Haney managed to get a road News” the second year named in their honor. The private access road to of the show. While the duo doesn’t give inspirational quotes or Beasley Broadcasting off of U.S. 41 was changed from spiritual advice, they offer up a hefty dose of daily Q96 Boulevard (named after a now defunct station) to “Stan and Haney Boulevard.” laughter. The duo has enjoyed a good relationship with the “We hear stories of people seriously ill who look forward to our show coming on, to feel normal for a Beasley family, which has owned the station since
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The private access road to Beasley Broadcasting off of U.S. 41 was renamed Stan & Haney Boulevard after the dynamic duo.
1986. Stable leadership has allowed them to stay in one market for more than two decades. Through their show, Stan and Haney have had opportunity to meet and form relationships with many celebrities, including Don Shula, the legendary former coach for the Miami Dolphins. They’ve interviewed Richard Petty, Bill Cosby, Rosa Parks and Dr. Jonas Salk, developer of the polio vaccine. They’ve sung “Rhinestone Cowboy” with Glenn Campbell, hung out backstage with Wayne Newton, and made a tradition of calling Buddy Ebsen who played Jed Clampett on The Beverly Hillbilly’s every year on his birthday. When they’re not on the air, Haney relaxes by playing in a band, and Stan hits the links. “When I’m on the golf course, I am not thinking about another thing,” he says. The friends also took over an ailing bowling league at Gator Lanes one year, logging a come-from-behind, second-place finish. They got a private lesson from Johnny Petraglia when he was at the Pro Am Tournament in Naples, but they gave up the game when local lanes went smoke-free. Through the years, the duo has weathered format changes – from Classic Rock to Talk to Modern Rock – and schedule changes (they were relieved to return to afternoons in 2009 after a brutal two year stint in the mornings). Stan and Haney started working together in their 20s and are now solidly middle aged, but still clearly having fun. “Radio, when we got into it, was truly an art, a theatre of the mind,” Stan says. While audio formats and business tactics have changed, the show still offers the duo a daily opportunity to kick back and create. “All of life’s troubles are lost for four hours a day.” Q NOVEMBER 2013
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n the often fickle world of fine dining, few restaurants can boast the longevity of the Pewter Mug, which has been a local landmark since 1970. A stone hearth and deep wood-paneled walls give a relaxed, homey atmosphere, setting the stage for a fine steak and seafood feast. Although there have been some ownership changes throughout the years, the butcher and bar manager both have been with the Pewter Mug for more than 40 years. Regulars know Bar Manager Pat Murphy as “Murph the Surf,” as he enjoys catching some wave action when he’s not behind the counter. He liberally shares tales from his
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OUR FAVORITES 01. OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER There’s no sliminess to these oysters, baked on the half shell and sealed in cheesy goodness. This attractive and tasty appetizer is flavored with a succulent sauté of garlic bacon and spinach and finished with crispy, browned provolone cheese.
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02. BRAISED ESCARGOT Snails never tasted so good! Escargot is baked with garlic and shallot Madre D’ Butter, then topped with asiago cheese and Panko bread crumbs. After we scooped the escargot out of each crock, we enjoyed sopping up the garlic butter with toasted bread.
03. SUPER SALAD BAR Every entree at Pewter Mug comes with a trip to the salad bar, an experience not to miss. The salad bar is housed in its own room and features a variety of salad fixings, breads, cheeses, prepared salads, fruits and vegetables. Often you will find homemade soups, and there is always an ample assortment of oil and vinegar to create a custom salad dressing. I topped my greens with blue cheese crumbles, mushrooms and dried cranberries, drizzled with grape-seed oil and pear chardonnay vinegar.
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05. PAN-SEARED SEA SCALLOPS Sea scallops are among the seasonal seafood selections offered at the Pewter Mug. This lovely dish stars pan-seared scallops in a rich, lemon butter sauce, encircling a tasty couscous and veggie blend, all accented with halved grape tomatoes. The scallops were tender and succulent and well complimented by the creamy sauce. We also enjoyed some other seafood delights, like shrimp scampi over a bed of angel hair pasta.
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Estero 3rd Annual Golf Tournament The Estero Chamber of Commerce hosted its Third Annual Golf Tournament at Wildcat Run Golf and Country Club Oct. 3. Scramble style golf was followed by an awards ceremony, reception and silent auction at the clubhouse. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Meg Judge Scholarship Fund, in honor of the Chamber’s founder. Scholarships are awarded to Estero students attending Florida Gulf Coast University. Ri har Ric arrd Kirsamm a mm m mer, r, Jo ohn Pace, Pac Pac a e, e Jac a k Oliver and ac and Steve e Kn Knig iigh ght
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Estero Chamber Membership Round Up The Estero Chamber of Commerce culminated its Membership Round Up with a Hoe Down September 24 at the Chamber’s new Visitor’s Center in the Galleria office complex off Corkscrew Road. The Chamber roped in more than 40 new members during the drive, bringing total membership to more than 200. Each month, the Chamber hosts Rise and Shine Estero, Lunch and Learn Estero and Business After Hours events. The new office is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nel Nel ella lla l DeC Casa asare, re Sa aund undra un rra a Hi H ton Hin n, Iris rish h Hafk Hafke, Jud di Giet Gietzen zen an and d Pete t Ba ain n
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The Estero Historical Society hosted friends, family and colleagues of Mimi Straub in September at the Estero Community Park to pay their respects and fondly remember all that Mimi contributed to the community of Estero over her 100+ years. It was a warm gathering to celebrate the life of the Grande Dame of Estero!
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5th Annual Love That Dress At the Embassy Suites Hotel in Estero in August, hundreds of women shopped for wardrobe bargains and dresses donated by the individuals as well a corporate donations from White House/ Black Market. All the proceeds went to beneďŹ t the Pace Center for Girls.
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