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November 4, 2009

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From sand to masterpiece
SANDSCULPTING COMPETITION WILL FEATURE ELITE PERFORMERS

MICHELANGELO NEVER HAD to create his “David” in a single weekend and watch its erosion begin Full Story

Lee County’s roads insufficient for cyclists
New legislation could bring change

Lee County roads, like many in Florida, were built for cars, not to walk across or bicycle along. There are still not enough bicyclists to justify the cost of adding signs and stripes to roadways people bicycle on — let alone widening the shoulder on roads that have little or no space for cyclists, according to the Lee County Department of Transportation. Full Story

Speakers series features member of ‘Black Hawk Down’ mission

The public is invited to attend a special motivational presentation at the Burroughs Home on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The special program will feature Keni Thomas, a University of Florida graduate and an accomplished country singer and recording artist, who received the Bronze Star for Valor for his Army company’s mission in Mogadishu, Somalia. Full Story

Free seminar offers tools, pointers for healthier diet

Cape Coral residents can get practical help to learn healthy recipes and simple lifestyle tools for beating stress, improving mood and boosting their immune health at a free “Lifestyle Matters Simple Solutions for Diet and Stress Seminar” starting at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, in the Community Room of the new Seventhday Adventist Church of Cape Coral. Full Story

Accounting, Web design on tap at Edison State College

The following classes are being offered at Edison State College through the Continuing Education Department. Classes will be held at Edison College, 8099 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. To register, call 489-9235, e-mail celee@edison.edu or obtain a registration form and information at http://www.edison.edu/lee/ce/. Full Story

KOVELS: ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
Antique toys a hot commodity

Although the news media is always telling us about the bad economy, there are some bright spots in the antiques world. An important collection of toys is being sold in a series of auctions by Bertoia Auctions of Vineland, N.J. At the two auctions held so far, several records have been set, including $149,500 for a 1912 toy fire pumper. Full Story

Celebrity Waiter dinner to benefit Child Care of Southwest Florida

Politicians, business leaders and media personalities will don their aprons and work for tips at the first-ever Stars for Kids Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction Saturday, Nov. 14, benefiting Child Care of Southwest Florida Inc. Full Story

Water resources conference set

Interested in finding out more about our region’s water resource management, how agencies make decisions to protect our water quality, and some of the many regional programs to restore our vital ecosystems? Full Story

Space auction promises the moon: Astronauts sign on, suit up for charity

Ever wanted to shoot the breeze with a legendary moonwalker? Own a genuine relic of space travel from an astronaut’s personal collection? Don a real astronaut flight suit? Now’s your chance to bid on these and other cool space artifacts in the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation’s seventh annual Astronaut Experiences and Memorabilia Auction at www.astronautscholarship. Full Story

‘Becoming Cosmopolitan’ set for Nov. 19 at The Veranda restaurant

In celebration of the cosmopolitan lifestyle in Southwest Florida, this year’s “Becoming Cosmopolitan” event is giving women what they love most: fashion, pampering and chocolate, thanks to the participation of several vendors in the community. Full Story

Holiday Nights to light up Edison & Ford Estates

Southwest Florida is home to the winter estates of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Best known for his work with electricity and the light bulb, Mr. Edison also created early Christmas lights. The Edison & Ford Winter Estates is celebrating Mr. Edison’s concept in a different way with a different look in December. Full Story

Sponsors named for 2009 Festival of Trees

The 2009 Festival of Trees announces several sponsors who will help to present this year’s holiday showcase. The Home Depot is the event’s Starlight Sponsor, while this year’s Twinklelight Sponsors include Stephen R. Bowen Construction, Westco Builders of Florida and the Hotel Indigo. The Butterfly Estates is a Candlelight Sponsor of the event. Full Story

Lee DAS offers special event, pet adoption discounts

In recognition of National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, celebrated the first week of November, Lee County Domestic Animal Services is asking residents to take a closer look at the valuable role their animal shelter plays in enhancing the quality of life in their community. Full Story

Make-A-Wish Foundation needs community’s help

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida is seeking help from individuals, business owners, organizations and community leaders of Lee, Collier, Hendry and Glades counties to fulfill the wishes of local children with life-threatening medical conditions. Full Story

Golfing for a good cause on tap at the Shell Point Open

The sixth annual Shell Point Open Golf Tournament, presented by the Legacy Foundation at Shell Point, will be held this year to raise funds for the Rehabilitation Center at Shell Point, which offers care to individuals with rehabilitation needs in the Southwest Florida area. The tournament is set for Friday, Nov. 13, at the Shell Point Golf Club in Fort Myers. Full Story

This week on WGCU TV

. THURSDAY, NOV. 12, 10 P.M. American Experience: The Berlin Airlift A striking look at the first battle of the Cold War in 1948, and the world’s largest humanitarian campaign. . FRIDAY, NOV. 13, 8:30 P.M. Untold Stories: The Unconquered Seminoles Full Story

Chix-N-Stix ladies fishing tourney has $5,000 in prizes

The first event of this caliber for ladies in the fishing industry, Chix- N-Stix, is taking over Southwest Florida Dec. 4 and 5 on Fort Myers Beach. Entry fees are $100 and cash and prize payouts top $5,000. Full Story

Physicians Regional first in area to perform robotic-arm knee surgery

Physicians Regional Healthcare System CEO Joe D. Pinion announced that the hospital is the first in Southwest Florida to perform robotic-arm knee surgery. The first surgery was successfully performed by orthopedic surgeon Frederick F. Buechel Jr., M.D. Full Story

Famed Coach Don Shula to headline LMHS fundraiser

The Lee Memorial Health System Foundation will host an exclusive reception and dinner with legendary coach and mentor Don Shula on Thursday, Nov. 12. Full Story

Cape Coral Eagles to host Inaugural Boat for Hope

The Cape Coral Fraternal Order of Eagles #3957 presents the inaugural Boat for Hope on Sunday, Nov. 15. The event starts at noon at the Cape Coral Yacht Club Pier, 5819 Driftwood Pkwy. in Cape Coral. The event is open to the public. Each boat is required to raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorship in order to participate. Full Story

Lee County Animal Services announces new winter hours

Lee County Domestic Animal Services has changed its hours of operation for the winter season. Animal viewing hours for claiming or adopting pets will be from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The shelter will be open for other business, such as incoming stray animals and pet license sales, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Full Story