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Subscription price 24.00 one-year domestic subscription. Copyright Inc. All rights reserved. part publication may be reproduced without written permission publisher. Opinions expressed contributors not necessarily those Publishers letter I We Here have no doubt many still picking pieces your lives after ripped through our beautiful September 28. Eight days later, while people Fort Myers, Coral, five-county region were dealing with flooded roads neighborhoods, temporary bridge was constructed Pine Island cleanup had begun Myers Beach. Were good at bouncing back. On Wednesday, October 5, Governor DeSantis toured Sanibel-- where live Media headquartered--which been cut off mainland numerous breaches along Causeway. While there, he said there more debris, think, than anyplace Ive seen thus far. saw damage power infrastructure anywhere seen, maybe even concrete utility poles snapped half. At time, governor told plans construct would make accessible end October. repairs made faster anticipated, mid-month, we able drive onto island. PHOTO COURTESY OF MEDIA, INC. If think one word describe Floridians, its resilient. Weve awful lot during past years red tide damaged tourism, hurricane Irma 2017, Covid-19 pandemic, now Ian. And just shared as community. me, Im sure youve also share personal family problems coping these other life-altering events. During Ian, my husband Germany, recovering major shoulder operation. Then, week before hit, got sad news mother suddenly passed away, quickly go Scotland her funeral. Needless say, stress levels charts, watching great distance wondering if anything left home business when finally did get back Florida. As traumas happening, leaned faith kept reminding myself human beings hits. bounce doesnt seem much hope. dont see any. creative backed corner. knocked down, but right keep fighting. Those little easier me dreaded down seemed hopeless. What lost so hope, moving forward. Thats what humans, thats weve shown world Floridians. Today, ask myself, here answers. imagine going quite some time us put together again So businesses homes lost. prayers out families who loved one. battered islands look like Its too hard today, push on--one day time. Please know, dear reader, you. Though format will change, dedication not. want continue being source information enjoyment, working alongside friends neighbors supporting wonderful resilient communities. forward Oh, might trudge--through water, mud, sand, doubt, heartbreak, tears. But trudging, stability, clear path, strength, joy, growth. Let Floridian resilience Thank first responders show courage perseverance helping recover. thank team, loyal advertisers, subscribers. Because you, here. Wishing happy, healthy, prosperous year. Group Publisher, 9 NATURE BY WILLIAM COX red-bellied most common widespread state W oodpeckers Picidae includes 222 species worldwide grouped 28 genera 57 14 North America eight five woodpecker Melanerpes carolinus, red-headed woodpecker, yellow-bellied sapsucker, downy hairy red-cockaded northern flicker, pileated woodpecker. recognized, common, It large range globally, occupying 1.15 million square miles. This does signs decline estimated global population million. extends Dakota, Great Lakes, southern England Gulf Coast. year-round resident throughout eastern United States easily adapts native habitats, including suburban backyards parks. In habitats include pine flatwoods, sandhills, mixed hardwood forests, scrub, mosaic hammocks, cypress swamps, coastal mangroves. Although male cap nape bill, named pinkish belly patch. patches bright orange head play role signaling. sometimes called ladderback or zebra because both sexes black white barred wings. rump grayish-brown face orange-red extending forehead pale upper parts tail. female crown forehead. Juveniles crown. medium-size measuring nine 10.5 inches long, wingspan inches. prefers savanna, wetland ecosystems, forest habitats. uses cavities nesting roosting dead trees snags, slash pine, oak, bald cypress, cabbage palms. nest poles, fence posts, bird houses. chooses several sites excavated male, abandoned cavities, cavities. she sites, prepare cavity seven days. Cavities located 120 feet above ground water they 13 deep approximately four-by-five size. provide excellent shelter. Wood provides insulation against cold hot temperatures. shade thick wood tree snag moderates heat direct sunlight hitting roost tree. interior remains dry rain unless wind drives cavity. observed woodpeckers blocking entrances their rainstorms dry. Nest tend safer successful twig nests placed shrub, tree, ground. Small less noticeable defend preda- PHOTOS ON BOTH PAGES tors such rodents, birds, snakes. eggs young predator small entrance powerful neck muscles sharp stiletto bill. breeds April July Florida, two laid. one-inch unmarked. south, pairs produce three broods per breeding season, compared brood north. Courtship displays V-shaped flight, wing tail spreading, bowing, crest raising. involves mutual tapping reverse mounting. pair monogamous. Incubation takes incubates night, conduct tasks day. After hatching, altricial naked, blind, helpless. They fledge 24-27 hatching. forages nuts, seeds, berries, fruits, insects beetle grubs, spiders, moths, ants, grasshoppers. feeds lizards frogs. Both feed berries insects. them making food deliveries period weeks. Cox professional nature photographer ecologist 35 years. Visit him online williamrcoxphotography.com. 11 Flea markets offer bit everything ANN MARIE OPHELAN Plenty tasty options available Flamingo Market Springs. UNITED FLEA MARKETS name flea market came pinpoint. Many believe term French phrase march aux puces, translates directly fleas. These markets, dating 1860 France, specialized second-hand goods--so articles kinds gather goods actual fleas them. earliest likely took place Texas 1873. long attractive shoppers unusual wares, unique discoveries, deals. Two Floridas markets--Fleamasters Springs--offer more, music family-friendly locations, weekends April, events year, Pumpkin Palooza, Easter Eggstravaganza, Watermelon Festival, Santa, mid-July Fun Fest painters, games, balloon artists, says Jessica Jeffers, director marketing Markets, operates 15 facilities states. Fleamasters offers 400,000 shopping 1,000-plus sellers every weekend 600 bargain-packed booths. matter location, clothing used books, crafts, baked goods, fishing gear, furniture, jewelry, shoes, cosmetics, art, fresh flowers, produce--all deal. Admission parking free each location. makes trip memorable ability here, vintage vinyl searching add collection, glass blowfish grandma, outfit didnt know needed, book dying read, Jeffers. shopper Alice George says, over am looking special something feel browsing. fun festive few hours full grandkids come town. go-to place. always point consignment cove deals items. garage sale, George. Afterwards, ice cream. locations music, Music Hall state-of-the-art sound, lighting, video production concerts. Indeed, visitors it, breakfast, lunch, dinner market. vendors inside out. OPhelan regular contributor Media. delicious choices appeal any palate, barbecue, dogs, burgers, fries, tacos, corn cob, nachos, sub sandwiches, breakfast vendors, selling Vietnamese foods, fish chips, caramel apples, giant pretzels cheese, pierogies, more. grab beer Long iced tea shop, adds pride providing guests unique, value-priced entertainment experience discovery adventure focus family-friendly, festive, clean destination, covered experience. handicap electric scooters rent. Wheelchairs mobility VIP area. For interested either theres opportunity so. Daily, weekend, monthly space rentals variety sizes start cash old clutter enable someone else treasure. IF YOU GO 11902 Springs Road SE, 239-948-7799 flamingoisland.com Open round Friday, Saturday, Sunday am4 pm 4135 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 239-334-7001 fleamastersfleamarket.com 1April 29 FridaySunday am5 30September Friday am3 pm, SaturdaySunday Better amenities enjoying outdoors Editors note Impacts affected improvements described article. projects hold adjusted timelines. yet determined, according Lee County Recreation. Park Recreation Center, shuffleboard players benefit structure, allowing warmer day, notes Lamey. structure cover courts lighting fans. storage tournament directors booth included. Completion scheduled 2023. refreshing restrooms Beach Park, completion expected 2023, Decking structures planned park. Causeway Islands midst longterm renovation, consisting parking, restrooms, pavilions, hit wiped portions islands. causeway undergoing reconstruction, done ith subtropical climate given--and public parks everyone that. Fortunately, shortage diversity resources--from hiking trails childrens playgrounds off-leash dog areas. getting better local jurisdictions addition shady areas skate parks, pickleball courts, pavilions. 56 park next seeking enhance patrons, Lamey, planning operations manager He highlights whats happening locally. Starting Schandler March one-acre slab surface-mounted ramps, rails, quarter pipes, boxes, explains Rutenberg space, spring adding LEE COUNTY PARKS RECREATION Shaded playground Pelican Baseball Complex Northwest Softball completed elevated boardwalk observation platform Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve East dredging waterway renovating existing paddlecraft launches Manatee building Phillips Bokeelia splashpads Buckingham Hunter Del Prado Linear Lakes Matlacha Veterans Lehigh Acres. Also Acres, Able Canal Greenway, linear community Yellow Fever Creek side Canal, 17 2024. 12-foot-wide shared-use pathway bond project, comthat stretches miles connects facilities, pleted 2020 16-acre Complex, pavilionsshade structures, trees, palms plantings, Cal Ripken League ages 4-12, benches, bicycle repair stations, dog-waste recy11-acre KozaSaladino Amercling trash bins, ican Little children 5-12. Also, improving pavilions recently added ones. One project 15-acre Complex. Blvd. between Kismet Parkway. 39 10-foot-wide lighted sidewalk runs four miles--on sides road--and roller-bladers, bikers, walkers. fitness stations situated path. Upgrades lot, basketball additional playground--all 60 MORE INFO general obligation project. 15-year approved voters 2018 fund leegov.comparks recreation city, Kaitlyn Pearson, specialist city capecoral.govdepartment Coral. parks_and_recreationhomeindex.php result neighborhood Gator Trails development 18 CITY CAPE CORAL Dining grocery Wynns Naples 200 prepared dishes choose TOP WYNNS MARKET plenty reasons driving trips limited, savings gas way tackle errand lunch same check delicafe store. Lately, extended place--Wynns Market, Pamela Arrens Naples, generally finds likes ready-to-go section. quick easy, adds. bakery deli offered classic recipes since 1938, opened gourmet examples chunky chicken salad, broccoli number-one seller--coconut cake-- featured Food Network. collection salads, sandwicheswraps, meats, ready-made meals. Graband-Go Wall, selection meals citrus salmon, grouper almondine, prime rib dinner, filet mignon, family-style pot pie, artisan flatbreads. Sandwicheswraps salads ready grab. Diners counter own sandwich. Theres rotating case fried, baked, rotisserie chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables. themed food, Asian Mondays, offered. Drink sodas, waters, teas, beer, wine mini bottles cans, juice bar section--for juices, smoothies, shots. told, There seating outside, walk-- behind NCH Wellness Center--you meal reflection pond benches. Jerrys Foods favorite among locals islands, thanks dining Cafe, reopened limited service shortly Coquina Coffee cup coffee snack drink waiting. DeRomos Gourmet another option shopping. Italian favorites mozzarella, homemade pasta, traditional York-style pizza Sicilian-style crust, desserts cannoli biscotti--as well freshmade wraps, soups shop serves Starbucks favorites, Caf eats sandwhich Key lime pie. JERRYS FOOD BOTTOM DEROMOS GOURMET MARKET, RESTAURANT BANQUETS PAESANOS turkey chili, lamb stew, minestrone. antipasto olive bar. With 100 from, foods department best thing cooking, Nicole Panio, relations manager. grab-and-go prepackaged versions microwave safe, eat home. Another choice adjacent Restaurant, fresh-cut seafood, produce, ingredients Paesanos Fresh meats cheeses, desserts, wines, weekly specials. An outdoor caf specialties fried calamari, entrees--all authentic piazza setting. prices items cant found anywhere, Camryn Neilson enjoys trip. country, authentic, Neilson. Adas Natural known healthier health beauty products. bakery, organic bar, Greenleaf Grill off-the-grill to-go. deli, stop regularly certain places, Tracy Adams Myers. shopping, ordering grill, avocado toast California wrap lunch. My meet sometimes, Adams. 7070 College Parkway, 239-939-9600 adasmarket.com pasta customers. Restaurant Banquets Promenade Bay, 26811 South Bay Drive, 239-325-3583 deromos.com 1700 Periwinkle Way, 239-472-9300 862 Lafayette Street, 239-549-7799 paesanositalianmarket.com 141 9th Street N, 239-261-7157 wynnsmarket.com DID KNOW Blending restaurant referred grocerant, within grocerants often cozy seating, wi-fi, host station, menus. to-go options. 21 newcomer arrives SOMETHING NEW scene gathering spot 239 growth wonder why restaurants popping up. Mercato Shops. family-owned incorporates farms, ranches, dairies, hatcheries, bakeries, fisheries, breweries, wineries. Everything protein, vegetables local. proudly purvey locally sourced provisions comfortable setting handcrafted artisans. strive create abundantly flavorful, enjoyable, marketer Andrea Krafft. Instagrammable drinks glasses decorated edible flowers rubber ducks floating fros, ambience laid-back, entertaining friendly staff. UNBEATABLE BREAKFASTS Perk Brew 1021 Parkway East, 239-542-6080 facebook. comperknbrew 9108 Strada Place, Suite 14110, 239-631-1902 the239naples.com NAPLES PHTO breakfast. favorites. Lighthouse longtime spot. famous specialty pancakes, malted cakes granola nut whole wheat cakes, omelets, applewood smoked bacon cheddar. Corals Brew. Patrons indoor Breakfast toast, BLT, waffle Plus, different blends suit tastes. wont disappointed croissant, pork patty melt, vegan burger. Gulfcoast Zeitgeist DR. RANDALL NIEHOFF man travels search needs returns it. Moore O ur sunny Coast magnet, Thanksgiving Years Day. Besides holidays Christmas Hanukkah, long-awaited school vacation. calendar gives precious occasions grasp weave ties bind us, especially congregate around tables beverage. Such gatherings possible become beings. Around 200,000 BCE primate ancestors reached anatomical modernity. dramatic complex brains enabled interactions environment living tightly bonded groups challenging physical world. forms life compete resources, aspects cognition considered humans goals, communication, joint intentions driven cooperation altruism, competition. Donald Brown, professor anthropology University California, collected list universals, concepts cultures consider moral behavior fairness empa- thy difference wrong redress wrongs praise admiration generous prohibitions murder, incest, rape, violent obligations shame. Our forebears lived bands, then villages people. When last glacial ended 10,500 BCE, agriculture grain began overtake hunting dependable source, 7,000 brewing winemaking provided convivial preserve nutrition. From 6,000 4,500 increasing specialization interdependence communities led formation cities. continued villagers. British evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar typical size social chimpanzees 55, 150. remained constant prehistoric until today. recent study networking 1,500 friends, actually traffic maintain circle 150 real-world relationships. That corresponds holiday mailing use send greetings interaction grows beyond persons, bonding cooperative efforts require forming organizational hierarchy. room seems feels special. 1950 alive equivalent ever history. almost billion twice Increasing 1950. Therefore, brain power--a decision recognize eternal dignity being, organize good, lots cooperation--for homo sapiens behave advance well-being individuals future race. staggering gathered table, intellect acknowledge facts Every copy Y chromosome African scientific Adam mitochondria Eve statistics entered village earth 3,000 person met probably color creed American Klansmans roots Palestinian suicide bomber Jews his 5 genetically, race exist e.g., 99.9 percent DNA identical, differences groups. Lets set table raise move history welcomed Ran Niehoff grateful 31 nonprofits gift certificate Zoo membership enjoyed care zoos inhabitants. ZOO ts to-do list. head-scratcher trying perfect gift, give helps cause. rounded ideas nonprofit organizations Gift certificates allow recipients long. multiple zoo explore 43 acres botanical gardens giraffes, monkeys, lions call Their allows stellar animals support organization, conservation education world, Courtney Jolly, marketing. emailed printed presentation. Resident FamilyGrandparent memberships 99. valid adults under household. Wonder Gardens Shoppe, carries hand-selected gifts sells animalthemed facilitys coservation efforts. IMAG store science kits learning tools covering sorts interests--from botany chemistry coding. BARNES NOBLE RIGHT WONDER GARDENS ages. souvenirs representing rescued nonreleasable animal residents occasion. ever-changing merchandise stuffed plush zoological marinelife themed, handmade jewelry candles, consigned artwork, various animal-themed items, Sarah Williamson, retail communications works Billy Bee Foundation, Earth Girl Magic Gifts, Painted Pepper Art Gayle Barker. Proceeds purchasing Shoppe toward maintaining botanic gardens, Williamson. inspires resiliency extraordinary experiences hand increase awareness preserving nostalgic landmarks contribute sustainable rising generations. merchandise, Garden ornaments. wrapping November December donation. running History Science Center destination hands-on aquarium ideas. wildlife plushies stingrays hammerhead sharks very popular, Kati Waldrop, guest associate. activity Tiny Robot builder Crystal sets playsets trivia card games treasure trove nonprofit, revenue goes museum upkeep, programming, expansion, Animal Shelters boutique t-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, hats, koozies, magnets, products magnets koozies sweatshirts. shelter wide suggested donation, toys, treats, bowls, leashes, cat carriers. Hands-on activities engage Center. 27 everything, tribute options, executive Liz McCauley. honor permanent displayed prominently clinic see. pavers front building. 250 large. planting property, shelter, suggests bench donations, donor board lobby. proceeds Edison Ford Winter Estates stocks cups, idea turtle shark beaded bracelet. purchase bracelet, tracking log track once released wild ventured logged on, Lisa Wilson, director. Part bracelets rehab injured shark. program item funding preservation legacy Thomas Henry Ford. Tributes purchased Shelter long-lasting need. PLEASE SUPPORT Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum 3075 Captiva Road, 239-395-2233 shellmuseum.org 325 SW 2nd Avenue, 239-573-2002 capecoralanimalshelter.com 2350 McGregor 239-334-7419 edisonfordwinterestates.org 2000 Cranford 239-243-0043 theimag.org Caribbean 1590 Goodlette-Frank 239-262-5409 napleszoo.org 27180 41 239-992-2591 wondergardens.org mission ANIMAL SHELTER EDISON FORD WINTER ESTATES. 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Nestled residential composed meandering storybook roundabouts swirling Spanish secret essential CG. notable landmark, fact, hole--a hole original intention attraction soon become. Merricks parents settlers discovered, brick previous homesteads England. Instead, build hurricane-worthy homes, turned abundant accessible--oolitic limestone. smooth sedimentary stone tiny spheres calcium carbonate oolites generated myriad debris shells algae, durable aesthetic nod coral, contributing components. So, townsfolk dug quarry limestone mined charming architectural founders Which artesian beneath transformed rock wonderland cool springing Biscayne aquifer--to precise, 820,000 gallons 40 average pool. Always visionary, Merrick sights oasis envisioned plan, imagining replication Lagoon Italy members could transported romantic worlds away. Calling Casino, elicited artistic uncle, Denman Fink, transform industrial site four-acre picturesque pool 1924. then, A-list celebrities swimming movie star Esther Williams Olympian Johnny Weissmuller Tarzan 1930s films high-dive gondolas imported Italy, ranging Gondola mooring pali di casada, colorful homage waterside line canals. Whimsical waterfalls, sandy beach volleyball, grottos, picnic swaying palm explore. contains lush landscaping, creating tropical oasis. 32 pageants orchestral concerts, band performing Today soak rich photos entrance. minimum 93. couple three-story capped tile roofs surrounding drained nightly injected process fours hours. trickles aquifer, naturally filtered purified resurfaces, taking amount refill nonagenarian, comes swim laps reminiscing how served kids neighborhood, sweltering summer days, pre-air-conditioning. learned never pretend cooling shares. hope 100th birthdays Rhines cellular molecular scientist esthetician. She author irreverent esthetic expos, Face Harsh Truths Esthetician Should Know... You. tile-capped pergola poolside lounging. 2701 De Soto Get score close avoid entry fills capacity allowed--bring there. Rates Nonresident adult 12. reduced rates. Hours operation vary depending coralgables.com. Monday 530 Saturday 430 adorned historical visited 33 GLENN OSTLE Diving horse-eye jack Hol Chan Marine Reserve fragile recovers endures B elize scuba divers paradise, reason. huge schools healthy corals stretch largest barrier reef hemisphere second chance simply amaze. Located northeastern coast Central America, country borders Mexico north, Guatemala west Sea east. reef, UNESCO World Heritage Site 1996, protected marine Best Blue Hole, circular sinkhole center Reef. Measuring 400 deep, gigantic stalactites stalagmites spectacular underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau declared top diving HOL CHAN Off tip Ambergris Caye, dot coastline Belize, southeast San Pedro, Chan, Belizes oldest smallest reserves. Mayan meaning channel, appropriate focused entirely separates open ocean calmer shallow only 75 deep. Despite size, reserve shining example novel effort achieve. established 1987 concern high level uncontrolled, destructive depleted dam- aged corals. status guidelines allowed recover, dived snorkeled Belize. controlled, boat arriving checkpoint pay fee. visit reef. By deeper areas, turtles feeding eel grass, view coral heads, fish. snorkeling, mental dive. captain agreed plant themselves wait swims ocean, eagle rays glide boats pull tie off, clouds nurse sharks. munch grass Chan. sun paints dappled pattern backs Shark Ray Alley. Attracted Alley, group pf rush food. 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