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Opinions expressed contributors not necessarily those 457 7 92915 924 wonderful day. he events current day questions facing as we enter holiday season many. much uncertainty, so ponder about collective future. Whether enjoying delightful family Thanksgiving gathering visitor resident, many people themselves avalanche parties promises, but often forget essence living life real quality. As these end-of-year issues Media magazines come off presses commemorate 2015, myself thinking behind me, ahead. Our publications enjoyed tremendous recognition from readers publishing industry recently, vision future bright. economy showing significant signs renewed life, growth attainable proper planning, keen eye mistakes past. But if there cornerstone creating best possible future, it appreciation. here, cannot think appropriate name. Weve seen famous Norman Rockwell painting depicting ideal feast. While idyllic some, everyone free celebrate winter holidays please--be flip-flops flamb. long appreciate surroundings, good. like day, world facing, extending commonest courtesies, appreciation honesty can become norm exception. That extension dinner party invitation either graciously accepted, gracefully declined. thank proffered outwardly demonstrated bit intended. overall respect decency means show gratitude next person holds open door, brings hot chicken soup when sick. Personally, am grateful bring Islands. We sharing stories preparation, innovation celebration. Im spend doing appreciative, honest myself, encounter. Thank who pay sentiment forward. For you, grateful. Clothing LISETTE MONTRAL lisettel.com Ive never one before. --Maya Angelou Publisher Styling Day Spa sanibeldayspa.com Jewelery courtesy Congress Jewelers congressjewelers.com 10515 1105 AM PHOTO BY NICK ADAMS 9 10315 914 Making Waves salute residents, businesses organizations island coast make community special CRAIG GARRETT M CONTRACTORS SOCIAL LEGACY WILL BE ENVIRONMENTALISM MARK ANDERSON ark Andersons business reputation cemented founder Benchmark General Contractors. His firm 30 years completed 1,000 commercial residential projects, including now finishing up restoration Francis Bailey House construction building Doc Fords Rum Bar Grille, both Sanibel. civic leanings place him chair Captiva Chamber Commerce, considered active regionally involved groups. environmentalism last few defined Mark Anderson. daughters social activism, pollutants Gulf waters, prompted see differently. 63-year-old today lends considerable influence water-quality regionally, statewide Washington, D.C. He also refitted offices Myers rainwater-exchange devices, rainwater garden heating cooling modifications reduce carbon footprint. Anderson remains tickled ribbing first took swapping out gas-guzzling SUV battery-operated Nissan Leaf uses zip between appointments. Few laughing now. 10115 607 COURTESY TOP 11 BAILEY FEST MARKS TH ANNIVERSARY It was grocer Sam Baileys thanks community. 30th annual Oct. 25 fall event shopping complex. Visitors discover music, food, vendor booths, festival king queen crowning. Sam, Store co-owner Richard Johnson says. LAND TOURS Pirate scavenger hunts, historical perspectives, Native Americaneco customized tours available through Captain Bubbys IsLAND Tours Captiva. concierge include childadult pick-updrop-offs, trips beach, physician visits, legends-of-the-past trip, virtually any variation guided travel. Refreshments handicapped accessible. Choices pricing captainbubbys.com. 12 BAILEYS BOTTOM PHOTOS CAPTAIN BUBBYS 13 An face time DR. RANDALL NIEHOFF heres happier word English language festive... theres festive islands months November December. Why Well, first, Goldilocks weather--not too hot, cold, just right wet dry, either. Second, folks beginning outdoors where each other, spent getting reacquainted. Third, influx visitors December enriches mix here creates cascade interactions country quip comes mind Strangers only friends havent met yet. Fourth, public spaces adorned colorful, joyful sometimes downright funny decorations warm mood inviting hospitality welcomes into restaurants shops happy hug. spirit wintertime person-to-person connecting happens around us. weather safe, environment stage setting teenagers put meet up. local networking far cry larger societys electronic intimacy prevalent phenomenon might be. still stunning fact 2009, history country, amount data sent mobile device exceeded sum transmitted voice via cell phone, land line radio. Vocal conversation intimate texting. Even latest generation knows face-to-face encounters revealing phone calls provide most potential personal bonding. frequency messaging continues grow, wonder Are know another better Does constant contact enable get along answer NO. online news network TrueSlant declared modern paradox Were well way becoming incredibly disconnected connected society. devices smart helping communicate, nothing smarter providing humans side-by-side experiences faceto-face exchanges. South Africanborn writer Sir Laurens van der Post pointed live own lives but, not, time. thing join festivities--for n Niehoff wife, Marilyn, been appreciative residents since 1991. WHAT MAKES SPIRIT OUR ISLANDS WINTERTIME SO FESTIVE IS PERSON-TO-PERSON CONNECTING THAT HAPPENS ALL AROUND US. 15 GETAWAYS Discovering Sunshine States vintners surprisingly easy GINA BIRCH ant wine getaway cant afford Napa Valley Bordeaux region instances wont even take full tank gas reach selection serious wineries. Before scoffing suggestion, consider two dozen certified wineries arent some 900 acres grapes, according John Newbold, president Growers Association Palatka near St. Augustine. ranks state seventh nationally yield, nearly million gallons production. And offer quality less bottle. Newbold says grapevines, theyve theyre southern tradition...its exciting. Spanish missionaries were making four centuries ago. European vines, however, would rot prone diseases. Settlers began harvesting native muscadine big juicy, thick skins, musky aroma sweet honey palate. Bronze muscadines white wines known Carlos, while red types labeled Noble such cabernet merlot. Youll grape Clermont Orlando. These hills home Lakeridge, states biggest winery vineyards. property Southern charm hospitality. Daily W Red top, made Lakeridge Winery Vineyards. Orlando 80 rolling hybrid grapes. 910 LAKERIDGE WINERY VINEYARDS FLORIDA WINERIES CAN FOUND FROM PANHANDLE TO ALMOST AS FAR SOUTH KEYS. entertaining hosts end tastings. Winemaker Jeanne Burgess 127acre Vineyards pioneer winemaking. She discovering Blanc du Bois University researchers shes produce sparkling wine, explaining that, generally sparkling, must other things well. dazzled adding smile drink everyday really Besides muscadines, youll varieties here. They blended traditional cabernet, merlot syrah grapes west, producing drier wines. Wine festivals draw 15,000 visitors. Two Holiday Open Chocolate Festival San Sebastian produced though tastings Augustine location includes rooftop bar. ports cream sherry on-site. Grapes aside, tropical fruits mango, kiwi lots blueberries. Since unusual notes blueberry California wines, Some higher fool you. East Tampa, Keel Curley awards dry. Joe farmer 2003 wanted end-of-crop berries use. Located Interstate Plant City, Strawberry Festival, Blueberry April Peach May. blend fusion fruits. annually produces 20,000 cases wine. tasting, try on-site sampling craft beer Henrys Brewing Co. Live weekend music dining fun. jazz bar top hit center. bottom diversity richness Most Florida. MIDDLE SAN SEBASTIAN KEEL CURLEY 17 awardwinning estate blueberries top. Schnebly center blends avocado fruit visit Homestead feels getaway. Many under 20. SPANISH MISSIONARIES BROUGHT WINE-MAKING 16TH CENTURY. Redlands Winerybrewery southernmost winery, outside Miami Homestead. embraces lychee, mango guava, name few. Yeast added fermentation. Then juice aged weeks stainlesssteel plastic tanks before bottling. limited production flavorings strawberry fusions guava Cabernet Sauvignon. Schneblys Cat Hurricane Red, guava. Seven after opening 2004, expanded add brewery, space restaurant serving seafood. Theres no barrel room, rather tiki hut waterfall coral rock. marketing manager Julio Amado says, dont feel Miami, youre Pacific island, totally transported. found Panhandle almost south Keys. Offering mostly dry tasting rooms enough worth visit. proximity bigger cities, truly unique Birch well-known broadcast journalist frequent contributor Media. WHEN YOU GO every tour held monthly, 1-800-768WINE, lakeridgewinery.com. tastings, 11.95 five commemorative glass, entertainment, seasonal hours, 305-242-1224, schneblywinery.com. entertainment food site, 813-752-9100, keelandcurleywinery.com. OTHER SCHNEBLY REDLANDS 19 Looking peace beauty BRITO Lets go insists. Id islands, renown Fiji. then maps unexpected side trip. sailing, surfing diving...we go. Port Denarau board large power cat--the Yasawa Flyer--and blaze sea, stopping fringes placid paradise another. Resort-owned transfer skiffs approach pirates, tie load unload guests. Accommodations range sleek resorts simple digs. earthier experience fabulous Fijian people, aim run called Gold Coast Inn. eventually hop Goldies boat handful Norwegian backpackers. bow soon plows sand. Just steps fence coco trees hammocks WE ARRIVE AT MY JUNGLE HIDEAWAY, OPEN WINDOWS CRACK BEERS. rugged Fijis aquatic Wild West. flowers left element throughout vary plain posh. Sometimes bure need. 814 ON THIS OPPOSITE PAGE GREG OLECH Monday morning whim, my brother-in-law booked flights actually egged twin-sister wives hes got one, other. see, cheeky joke double downed dare had them blurting, care ourselves. guys exchanged grins. Gregs gone periodically. decade ago built bungalow Viti Levus main coast. Ill opportunity pluck passion fruit. me mellow vibes smiling faces. mangoes, bananas brilliant flora. wind sand sea. planets splendor. arrive jungle hideaway, windows crack beers. flips airport brochures discuss options. Hes pumped explore. Sala, hostess Inn gives guest massage. common vista aboard Flyer. Of 300 plus permanently inhabited. hide short row clean, comfy, solarcharged bures huts. Bula hello, hear. Sala appears. guides room give lowdown. Diving, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming limestone caves, manta rays, sailing adventures...these water-lovers affair. Plus villages, cooking chat locals. say crisping beach sun. void roads, quite understand term Time. Once scatters Salas welcoming introduction, trek cross-island footpath. Twenty minutes later pop forest pristine beach. Translucent postcardlike water laps shore. jump ocean. Man, great, floating shallow lagoon. hypnotic, balmy background miss wife. If she pull her close. Kiss her. meander back clams rice. 21 down bites, resort staff begin strumming guitars singing songs flow delightfully languages. gig ends cards Later night lulled sleep sound waves patting shore trade flows generously screened windows. Amidst veranda. Shed given tourist mosey talk. So, did ask. ago, land, explains, belonged Neisilisili village pointing directly looks swimmable challenged. Here planted crops. members dropped small fishing boat. Theyd work picked days later. grow dalo, cassava, pineapple, papaya, everything, adds, Mussels, seaweed, fish. always plenty food. Not whole lot changed. However nowadays, Mother Nature provides, developed cash crop--simple accommodate roughly villagers daily routine international travelers shown. farm, fish, kava, young. lifestyle idyllic, especially rarely pleasures. hardships. mentioned droughts, forced coconut milk survive. seems being Its sums American. boat, eh, anywhere. cowboy horse. Brito seasoned traveler currently residing surfer, loves spending writing zeal freedom. FIJI GLANCE nation 858,000 7,000 square miles, 1,300 miles Zealand. Granted independence Great Britain 1970. Government deemed unitaryparliamentary republic. Currency dollar. Drivers use road. Archipelago 332 Main Levu Vanua Levu, capital city Suva, largest Nasinu. Abundant forest, sugar, mineral fish resources. worlds places tan Resort boats move islanders destinations. 22 23 atmosphere welcomed generations After working Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Atlanta, returned roots Caf. beginning, owner worked week--in kitchen, floor everywhere else. hard-- front busing tables jumping wherever whenever needed. ethic motivates roll sleeves too, having fun forming lasting relationships customers. Jan Cohen years. tell Billheimer likes lacking go, perfect job, is. created culture corner caf. credit success staff, starts Dianne Rising decades breakfast haven People visited kids coming--only grandkids. Michael among young customers early days. grew up, 27 maintained status endearing spots island. Often two-hour wait call-ahead seating secret keeping natives restless until names called. parents owned hotel 50s, aunt Working alongside taste went degree management International University. cafs highly acclaimed French toast customer favorite. LIGHTHOUSE CAF lighthouse-adorned caf menu, serves lunch and, season, dinner. hire three Now manager, team leader mother hen, Billheimer. responds, takes brother, boss. family, shared triumphs tragedies refuge. magnet Cohen, brought together group work. somewhere family. around. Though nice good, Chef Krajnak Billheimers second cranking creative dishes mark flavor, texture presentation. Breakfast bread butter order items pancakes toast, eggs Benedict omelets. meats salmon, smoked in-house. Accompanying signature potatoes bliss, crisped canola oil perfectly blend. asked reveal secret, shrugs ingredients, scratch secret. example, fairly standard custard batter. fresh dipped squeezed batter, resulting rich moist flavor. hotcakes adaptation Betty Crocker recipe. homemade preserves addicting dozens jars sold diners week. offers separate menu bistrostyle grouper sandwiches well-versed list mimosas sake-based Bloody Marys. From 30, adds service cult following, specials gamut, focus crusted delights sun-dried tomato feta cheese. caf, low ceilings whitewashed walls, seats wood tables. historic Lighthouse, within view actual lighthouse, table lighthouse view. Photos lighthouses walls jigsaw puzzle. attempts redecorate once year, hundreds additional photos boxes--gifts world. Every picture story, share them. millionaires blue-collar workers, retirees, soul longtime radio TV personality hotspots hidden gems wining ASKED REVEAL HIS SECRET, BILLHEIMER SHRUGS SAYS, GOOD QUALITY INGREDIENTS, SCRATCH THERE REALLY NO BIG SECRET. Homemade Key lime pie staples Jars IF 362 Periwinkle Way, 239-472-0303 lighthousecafe.com 26 Executive chef lights kitchen humor youngest eight, self-taught entered teenager trying bucks washing dishes. ranks, Ocean Beach Fire York, closed shop bitter cold warmer kitchens located Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Hawaii Exposure variety cuisines cultures 35-year career gave subtleties seasoning various techniques. changed, love shellfish clams, oysters stuff.... clam Other seafood good slice pizza, jokes, someone else cooks me. waited on, rarity B lue Supper Club celebrating twoyear anniversary delight owners alike. picturesque Island Golf wows Chihuly-style lighting thought-provoking art Markus Pierson. Recent renovations appealing survival dependent upon team, house back. Leading charge Fitz, who, used winters permanent 2009. Initially coming laidback lifestyle, climate doesnt Grilled salmon served atop refreshing slaw jicama, cucumber tomatoes ginger-lime vinaigrette. LEFT BLUE COYOTE SUPPER CLUB SANIBEL Popular scallops maple brown sauce pancetta above Coyotes Kurobuta pork chop. 29 tender grilled Angus ribeye gorgonzola cut knife. media contributor. Find Facebook Twitter GinaBirch. describes himself savory guy spicy least kitchen. quick wit enjoyable. Because approachable style, particular dietary concerns needs met, attitude result requests establishments. sea big, fat juicy steaks offers, enjoys sweeter smile, tinkering desserts--simple ones, comfort throwing hands, pastry means. trained guests close eyes exhale bite decadent pudding creamy cheesecake. landing lead position revitalizing Sundial Resort. came calling, timing, looking corporate rooted restaurant. clubhouse former Beachview Club. Locals longing happen remedy, LOCALS WERE LONGING SOMETHING HAPPEN HERE, NEW OWNERS HAD REMEDY. --PATRICK FITZ already established loyal following private supper club Myers, base Keeping base, aimed please islanders. dish Asian stir fry. Crisp stir-fried veggies topped choice blackened chicken, miso-glazed shrimp, steaming belt, ready holidays, impressive spreads functions menus dinners artful space. likely rare surf avid body surfer. golf course, presents temptation him. shamelessly admits sneaking door onto links round. 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BACKGROUND DANIELA JAEGER INSET GENERAL STORE grocers dating 1926. general grocer, bakeryhot counter deli, health-food, gourmet store. hardwareoutdoor center, walkway hub festivals, exhibits, Girl Scout cookie outdoor relax. goal wants, diet health requirements, ensure leave shop, different. flooring, tempting scents baked coffee. lost, ask member trusted out. seven rewarding, information trends customers, adventure bringing shelves brands recent choices expect regular cookies cheeses pair healthful snacks. below introducing Baileys. RIGHT KLAUDIA HAVE SUCH DIFFERENT PEOPLE PRODUCTS ACROSS NATION INTRODUCED THROUGH --BAILEYS GROCERY MANAGER RACHEL LAMMERS 35 journey Baileys, sales, great listening business. mention, Glandorf, German-settled town Ohio, speak German interact responsibilities invoicing, point sale, processing, paperwork, marketing, calculating percentages margins delivery. hands closing week oversees evening staffing. responsibility, does career. sections hold playground, cheese section instance, purchasing, challenge favorites. tenure continued size scope returning season. rewarding career, Mead Johnson, taken philosophy previous sure although sell groceries, first. Details services baileyssanibel.com. editorial assistant. FIRMS GOAL... ENSURE ONE FORCED LEAVE SHOP. crackers nearby goodies paleo foods, vegan gluten-free items. Inadvertently, started glutenfree program, healthier options shelves. Cleo Weaver closely several her, There tougher times, Healthful snacks adjoins Road. originated centerpiece Historical Museum Village collection. convenience opened 36 37 618 Six understanding TIMOTHY MCDONALD car rarity. Frustration led transition air Next, mandatory, DRIVER EDUCATION. automobile plays pivotal role grooming snowbirds. Harvey Firestone Henry Ford conspired Thomas strategy. deeds chronicled Winter Estates, field trip contributes residency. emphasis driver twofold preservation knowledge. Preservation requires players. Senior citizens eclectic array techniques slow passing lanes knee-jerk turns, right, turn signals. Impose skill set drivers migrated smorgasbord north. skills package, influenced age hinking Perhaps frequented number years, casual visitations, followed extended stays. Upon waking realized morphed full-fledged snowbird. follows CliffsNotes version useful transitioning snowbird First, GEOGRAPHY, driving length State. crossing border Jacksonville, could beaches lily-white feet. nature-driven stops unscheduled stay parking I-4, arrived eight hours lesson huge state, lack familiarity traffic patterns, suggests seat-belt fastening preservation. key knowledge relates engineering. Awareness left- right-hand turns equals survival. accessing I-75 telling will turning entrance ramp. Experience middle roadways open, signage usually appears late workout, practice oncoming traffic. Excessive cuts median dividers high-traffic 41 excitement. Snap decisions cross elusive destination execute u-turn, procedure Florida, toes. Similarly, deceleration instant anywhere, underscoring need training. Full residency earned unscathed drive 10-mile stretch 25-mile-per-hour Way gauge protocol procession. FULL RESIDENCY EARNED VIA AN UNSCATHED DRIVE ANY 10-MILE STRETCH OR 25-MILE-PER-HOUR JOURNEY LENGTH PERIWINKLE WAY TRYING GAUGE PROTOCOL ACCESSING PROCESSION. 39 HEALTH-CARE awareness practical ammunition neighborhood cocktail-party chatter. Up-north physicians recommend specialists, neighbors similar referrals, word-of-mouth ideas handson experiences. Departing cocktail parties, sorry someone, Asked contemplating surgery, snowbird, responded, airport. REAL ESTATE fourth step Back landscape architects entire paths dedicated naming communities streets within. Knowing locations points parties. Reliance memory embarrassing. geographic alphabetic, system necessary. Interchanging birds embarrassing--you want mistake quail pelican neighborhoods. major areas easily. Think Edison, Bell, Coast, Coconut, Mercado, Waterside, Coastland Downtown Naples. Basically, 41, stumble one. fifth step, WEATHER, denominator snowbirds northern north, south, east west same relationship anywhere comforting snowbirds, strains migrating basis. complicated experienced multiple understood. Snowbirds careful conclusions based visitations duration. months. By large, tracked idea. should yourself aware hurricanes affected neighborhood-- meaningless probability reference hit, nevertheless. achieving snowbird-resident grounding LOCAL HISTORY. fascinating, 1902 ... CARRIER. Yes, conditioning are. McDonald freelance retired bank CEO Pennsylvania. resident 2006. 40 915 BRIAN STROMLUND flaming BUBBLE ROOM Rooms flamboyant exterior. 43 N o flame-twirling Polynesian dancers synchronized log-rollers trendy restaurants, Americas exciting diners. Viewers Networks America June learned presentation, portions super desserts. suggested Room, cheer overthe-top decor bubble lights, model trains antique toys matched indulgent eats garlic-and-cheese-smothered Bread massive slices cake. visualize five-sense overload whirring servers scout outfits, Santas workshop floors gizmos lighting, celebrity photos, penny novelties, authentic display, Gatsby games toys, laughter families. decent restaurant, chief attraction. Juicy beef, lighter fare offerings stacked entre cakes, pies cupcakes chatter--huge wedges Orange Crunch Cake simply delicious. TripAdvisor alone logged 2,000 comments. cameras plates tabled. Zany unforgettable 44 815 FIRST NEWSPAPER REVIEW WAS STANDING OVATION. IT NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY, GARDENIA SAT BED CRIED HARD COULDNT SEE. PHENOMENAL TIME, REALLY. 1979, Katie Gardenia pictured changing Owl Pussycat brass-and-fern motif, ran borrowed strings bubbling lightbulbs. standing 24-seat Several bartender remain 160-seat thought pearl, wrote 2011 autobiography, shiny magical, beaten path, waiting discovered. upbeat quirky, Peach, manager. dinner, 1977. prior restoring Texas monastery, teaching needlepoint baking pastries, book Moment. restive, romance, wrote, thought. married later, finish school marrying bankrupt hardly knew, moved been. quickly adapted. fell love, felt before, perhaps life. history. crew-- so-called Midnight Construction Company, named hours--evolved 160 levels. lived upstairs celebrity, Naples, Orlando, North Carolina. befriended artist Robert Rauschenberg, legends Andy Rosse actor Christopher Walken. recalls opossums wished exchange sticky-bun pastries. Mouth-watering Velvet 45 Decidedly interior greets patrons directional sign whimsical. Preparing luscious below. 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At stake fashion houses reputation, relevancy, workforce case FAS, millions Hitting spot striking balance, Phillips, vice design. away consumers guess branding DNA. Starting brand far-reaching enterprise 2.6 sales. Myersbased army designers, artists, buyers, marketers overseers advance brand, excite womenswear ultimately stock U.S., Canada Mexico. process headquarters wilderness accessory ideas, racks crayon-colored outerwear, jewelry accessories. sensory impact dervish secured gates Metro Parkway. 1983 founders Marvin Helene Gralnick drew inspiration Mexican folk particular. quest today. Spain, studying tiles, textiles patterning, Phillips constantly everywhere, amazing. tanned attire, fits blueprint fashion-house commander. bricked office freckling magazine pullouts, swatches--suggestions keeps tabs designers. executive whose subordinate stumbled Boston Proper brand. 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