Vol. 10 No. 19 - February 3, 2010
ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES
RETIRED CPA ON AM ISLAND available for preparation of income tax returns, including all states. Also available for year round small business accounting & payroll preparation, including payroll tax reports. Will come to your office if you want. 30 years accounting, audit & tax experience. Licensed in Florida & Ohio. Very reasonable rates. Local references. Limited pickup & delivery available for Island, LBK, & Western Bradenton. Call 941-807-5492
ANNOUNCEMENTS
HELLO ANNA MARIA ISLAND! My name is Mike Sales and I'd like to invite everyone to upcoming shows. Thursday 4-8pm at Cafe on the Beach, Friday 8-midnight at Feeling Swell and Tuesday 7-11pm at Drift Inn. You deserve to come out, socialize, let loose, dance and really have a good time!
ANTIQUE APPRAISALS BY Julie McClure. Wednesday, Feb 10, 5-8:00 p.m. Episcopal Church, 4408 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach Sponsored by Anna Maria Garden Club inquire 941-567-5530
BEACH BISTRO IS PROVIDING complementary Island transportation to and from the Bistro, with dinner reservations. Please call 941-778-6444 to make arrangements
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at AMICC. Help your community by giving of yourself. Various positions available. Call Christine 941-778-1908 ext 0
LEARN ABOUT ISLAND HISTORY by volunteering at the Island Historical Museum. Hours are 10am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday. Call Betty at 941-778-1219
WANTED: FISHING GEAR: Anna Maria Privateers are collecting new or used, repairable fishing poles and reels, nets, tackle buckets, etc. to give to children. Donate your gear at The Anna Maria Island Sun Newspaper, 9801 Gulf Drive
ROSER FOOD BANK needs donations of cash and non-perishable food. Donations boxes are located at the Church, Moose Club, Walgreen's and The Anna Maria Island Sun Newspaper (corner of Gulf and Palm).
THE ANNA MARIA ISLAND Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to assist our visitors 4 hours a day in a fast paced environment. Must have good people skills, computer knowledge and know the Island. Call 941-779-9412
BUY EARLY SETTLER’S Bread, Wednesdays, 10am-4pm, Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, $4 per loaf.
THE ANNA MARIA ISLAND Concert Chorus & Orchestra (AMICCO) needs a volunteer experienced in accounting for a non-profit organization, to fill the position of Treasurer on our Board of Directors, effective immediately. For information please call Jim Stoltie, President of AMICCO, at 941-727-9886.
PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? A married couple, large extended family, seeks to adopt. Financially secure. Expenses paid. Call 800-590-1108 ref # 3757. Agency # 100003635
ARE YOU PREGNANT? Considering adoption? We are married couple seeking to adopt. Financial security. Expenses paid. Call Maria & Ernie (ask for Michelle/Adam). 800-790-5260. FL Bar# 0150789
ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES
USED/ANTIQUARIAN BOOKS. A room full. Essence of Time. 10015 Cortez Road West, Bradenton. Call 941-792-3545
AUTOMOTIVE SALES & SERVICE
AMI CARWASH-2-U, boats 2, we come to your driveway – same prices as mainland machine wash - Full detail services - $9.99 exterior only special. Call for an appt. 941-567-5116
BABY SITTER & PET SITTER
LOOKING FOR BABYSITTER? Well look no more! Olivia Clark Red Cross certified. Call 941-387-8480
BOATS: PARTS & SERVICES & SALES
BOAT SLIPS FOR RENT. Up to 60 feet. Two minutes to Intracoastal Waterway by Cortez, Parrot Cove Marina 941-795-0088
BIMINI BAY SAILING small sailboat rental and instruction. Day/Week/Month. Sunfish, Laser, Zuma, Precision 15. Call Brian 941-685-1400
BUSINESS FOR SALE
RESTAURANT. Island Breakfast-Lunch Eatery. Profitable, charming, easy to run. Confidentiality agreement required. $95,000. Longview Realty Call 941-383-6112
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
ALL CASH VENDING! Do you earn $800 in a day? 25 Local Machines and Candy $9,995. 888-629-9968 BO2000033 Call us: We will not be undersold!
CATERING
HOMIE’S PIG GIG Hawaiian BBQ style. “No Party to Pig to Deal With!” Call Homie at 941-725-1942 www.homiespiggig.com
CLEANING SERVICE
HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM. We clean residential & commercial. Move-in and move-out. Great references. Insured. Please call Carlos and Valeria anytime. 941-932-7314
QUALITY COUNTS. CARPET cleaning. Upholstery cleaning. Tile & grout cleaning. Island's favorite cleaner. Manatee Chamber Member. Great price/free estimates. Call 941-756-1082
CLEANING SERVICES PLUS residential, commercial, common areas, offices. Errands, cooking, care giving, etc. Local 25 years. Free estimates. Call Joani 941-448-7119
COMPUTER SERVICES
CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communication electronics offers: wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and training. Call Robert at 941-778-3620
EMPIRE COMPUTER SERVICE Computer problems fixed in your home or office. The fastest friendliest service around. Serving the Island since 2004. Call 941-739-6424
SALES ASSOCIATE: MOTIVATED, experienced RE licensee for busy Island office. Please call Jesse or Robin at 941-778-7244
WANTED EVENTS COORDINATOR for a busy non-profit organization. Sent Resume to 5313 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, FL 34217
WANTED: PART-TIME Bookkeeper familiar with Quick Books. Excellent pay! Call 941-778-6444.
OVER 18? BETWEEN HIGH School and College? Travel and Have Fun w/Young Successful Business Group. No Experience Necessary. 2wks Paid Training. Lodging, Transportation Provided. 877-646-5050.
STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM Seeks Local Coordinators Passionate about your community? Help us expand! Unpaid but monetary/travel incentives. Must be 25+. Visit effoundation.org or call 877-216-1293
OTR DRIVERS NEEDED. Flatbed, Reefer and Tanker Positions. Prime Inc, is a financially stable, expanding and growing carrier 9 months + OTR exp. 800-277-0212 www.primeinc.com
ABLE TO TRAVEL National Company Hiring Sharp People. Able to start today. Transportation & Lodging Furnished. No Experience Necessary. Paid training. Over 18+ 888-921-1999 www.greenstreetsolutions.com
DRIVERS - IMMEDIATE NEED! OTR Tanker positions available now! CDL-A w/Tanker REQ'D. Outstanding pay & Benefits! Call a recruiter today! 877-484-3042 www.oakleytransport.com
AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-349-5387.
FOR SALE
STEEL BUILDINGS END of year factory blowout specials. Call for size. Can construct. IAS-AC 472 Mfg Cert. www.utilityking.com Source#1EV 866-609-4321
GET DISH -FREE Installation-$19.99/mo HBO & Showtime free-Over 50 HD Channels free Lowest Prices-No Equipment to Buy! Call now for full Details- 877-479-3572
PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL Building Sale- Low as $3.89/SF. 30 Year Warranty. Church Buildings, Garages, Warehouses, Mini-Storage, Barns, Multi-Use, Marinas, Factory Erection & Field Service Available 800-720-6857.
GARAGE, MOVING, RUMMAGE & YARD SALES
NIKKI’S ISLAND TREASURES 5351 Gulf Dr. All sterling silver jewelry 50% off. Huge selection of antiques, vintage jewelry, wall art and beach décor. 20% to 70% off. Open 7 days.
WHITE ELEPHANT SALE Saturday, Feb 6. 9am-1pm. House wares, jewelry, books, baked goods. Church of the Annunciation, 4408 Gulf Dr.
FLEA MARKET SUNDAY Feb 7. 9am. Across from GINNY n JANE E's at OLD IGA on Anna Maria. 9806 Gulf Dr. Rain Date Feb 14
GARAGE SALE SPECIAL "Rain check" If it rains the day of your yard sale we will run your ad FREE the next week. Call 941-778-3986. Ask for Bob.
TILE! TILE! TILE! All variations of tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship. Prompt, reliable, many Island references. Free estimates. Neil 941-726-3077
GET’R DONE DRYWALL, INC Specializing in Remodels & Repairs. Island Resident for 18 years. Call Neil Cell 941-962-1194.
RENOVATION SPECALIST ALL carpentry repairs, Wash Family Construction, locally owned and operated CRC 1329024 Call 941-725-0073.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. HANDY-MAN Carpentry, Paint, Repairs, References and Insured. Call 941-726-8414 Wayne Lewin, LLC. Island Resident
J.E. MURRAY. Additions, Renovations and New Homes. State license. CBC 018695. Call 941-778-2316 or 941-730-3228
SOUTHWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT Michigan carpenter/cabinet maker. All phases of construction. 30 years exp. No job to big or small. quality work guaranteed @ affordable prices. Call Mike 877-822-4326.
KERN CONSTRUCTION NEW Homes & Remodel. Design/Build. Since 1968. State License # CRC1327296. Call Jerry Kern 941-504-2222
CRAFTY'S DRYWALL New and old construction. Water Damage. Popcorn removal. Guaranteed best rate. Insured. Free estimates, same day. Call 941-720-7215
“HONEY DO" HOME Repairs & Handyman Services. 35 yrs experience. Painting, drywall, tile, woodwork. All tasks. Call 941-896-5256 or 941-807-5256 www.honeydohomerepairinc.com
TILE BY CLIFF Streppone, Inc. Tile, stone, marble. Bathroom remodels, floors. Removal & Installation. Licensed & Insured. Anna Maria Chamber member. Call 941-587-1649
JOHNSON NEW HOMES /remodeling islands best prices, free plans with our work. 35 years, room additions, kitchens, & more. Call 941-462-5222 CRC1329164
STONEWAY/CZR ROOFING lic:CZRCCC1326399 metal /tile/shingles. “Lowest prices”. “One call does it all” Credit cards or financing Call 941-462-5222
LIGHTHOUSE PROPERTY INNOVATIONS, LLC. Specializing in all phases or re-modeling. Please call Chris for a free quote CGC 1515821. 941-266-7500
LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE
STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPING. Save water, gas, maintenance fees and the environment! Shell your yard. $45/yd installed. Call Shark Mark 941-301-6067
R. GAROFALO’S Interlocking brick pavers, driveways, patios, pool decks. Free estimates. Licensed & Insured. Call Rafael 941-778-4823 or Veronik 941-526-7941
LOST READING GLASSES at Trolley stop by Publix, red case, Cohen’s Fashion Optical Galleria Mall Crystal Run Middletown, NY Call 941-536-6533
FOUND CHRYSLER CAR KEYS skull key chain 4 keys + car key. Call 941-778-3008
FOUND BRACELET MARINA Dr. Sunday Jan 17. Call 941-313-0528
LOST ROYAL BLUE Nintendo DS case, backpack style (4 games) New Years Eve at LBK. Reward. Call 517-655-6285
LOST WEDDING RING, antique setting. Ring is 59 years old. Call 941-778-7414. REWARD!!
MASSAGE
COASTAL MASSAGE Offering Neuromuscular, Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. Your home or my office! License# MA34584 Call 941-753-7766
MOVING & STORAGE
MARTIN’S MOVING YOUR Island movers! Offering dependable, competitive rates. No hidden costs. 941-809-5777.
TWO MEN and a TRUCK. Movers who care. Local and Long distance. www.twomen.com Call 941-359-1904. We sell boxes!
PAINTING & WALLCOVERING
PAINT! PAINT! AND MORE 16 years of experienced interior/exterior custom painting. Pressure cleaning, drywall repairs and texture finishes. Many Island references. Please call Neil for free estimates. 941-812-0507
“WIZARD OF WALLS” Established 1980 Prompt quality service. Paperhanging/removal Faux finishes Interior painting Mary Bell 941-794-0455
PERSONAL SERVICES
CHUCK'S MOBILE UPHOLSTERY Island resident. Call 941-565-1867
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE and Structural Integration in your home. Sean Colby LMT License # MA 57291. Call 941-773-2000
GABBARD MASONRY INC. Custom Stone and Brick, Block, Glass block Stone, Tile, Brick, Paver Brick. Call 941-792-5206 Licensed and Insured
AMI VALET LLC Professional parking services. Restaurants, weddings, any & all special events. Insured & Licensed. Years of experience. Call 941-565-0137 AMIValet@gmail.com
AT YOUR SERVICE Personal & Professional assistant. Great rates. References available "Let me do what you are unwilling or unable to do." Call Cindy 941-812-2238 zicker8@aol.com
DIVORCE WITH OR WITHOUT Children $125.00. With free name change documents and marital settlement agreement. Fast and easy. Call us 24hrs/7days: 888-789-0198; www.CourtDivorceService.com
REAL ESTATE HOMES & CONDOS FOR SALE
SPACIOUS 3BR/3BA Condominium rarely available in wonderful bay front complex with pool and tennis courts. Tastefully renovated to include newly tiled kitchen & family room with a peak of the bay and a split bedroom plan. Centrally located in Holmes Beach, with a short walk to shops. Ground-floor unit with covered parking and private storage. Family oriented and pet friendly. Offered at $450,000. Call Green Real Estate @ 941-778-0455
PRICE REDUCED ISLAND lot for sale. Build your dream beach home on this rare, ready -to-build corner lot (52' x 110') in the City of Anna Maria, 218 Palm Ave. Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, the Community Center and the Islands free shuttle. $265K Call 813-789-7377
BRAND NEW 5BR/6BA, office, game room, grotto pool/spa, Gulf and Bay views Call 941-374-5772
DUPLEX 1BR/1BA EACH SIDE. 2 blocks from beach. $365,000. Call for appointment. 941-761-1135 or 322-9978
DISCOVER THE OTHER ISLAND! Tidy Island, Sarasota Bay; Waterfront renovated 2BR/2BA/2CG condo. Pet Friendly! $239,900 Realtor/owner, Katharine Pepper, RoseBay Real Estate 941-792-9459
WATERFRONT-DEEP WATER Canal San Remo Shores. 2BR/2BA/1CG. 4011 Plumosa Terrace, Bradenton. Priced for quick sale! $249,000. Call 941-809-2492
BRADENTON DUPLEXES 4BR/3BA/2CG. Super extended family compound. 2500sf under air. Great West Bradenton location $179,000. 2111 6th Ave W $115,000 Wares Creek Area. Call 941-809-2492
1BR SMALL MOBILE HOME Bradenton Beach. walk to beach, Historic Bridge Street, Boat Docking. $14,000. Call Sharon 941-383-8994. Leave message.
*PUBLIC NOTICE* Anna Maria Island Homes for Sale 3.5% Down 200k - 447k Free Recorded Information 888-686-2641 x10 www.IslandHomeDeals.com
4BR/3BA HOUSE on 71.5 acres with 18 stall horse barn in Parrish, Florida. Call Steve Georgie 941-321-6253 at Keller Williams Realty
RENTALS: ANNUAL
ANNUAL RENTALS AVAILABLE Call Island Vacation Properties 941-778-1000
ANNUAL RENTALS; 2BR/1BA $850/mo Holmes Beach. 3BR/2BA $1200/mo 1st month $600 Perico Bay, Garage. 2BR/2BA $1500/mo Canal Front, Elevator. Please call for more info: Island Real Estate 941-778-6066 www.AnnaMariaAnnualRentals.com
ANNUAL RENTALS 1BR/1BA apt., steps to beach. $1,000/mo 1BR/1BA apt. w/garage. $800. Call Sato Real Estate, Inc. 941-778-7200 or email rentals@satorealestate.com
ANNUAL RENTAL PERICO Bay Club 2BR/2BA 1278 sq. feet in gated community. No pets’ $1300/mo. Call A Paradise Realty at 941-778-4800
ANNUAL RENTALS Located in the upscale community of El Conquistador Bayside is this 4BR/3BA pool home. Recently updated and well maintained with open large rooms and a wood-burning fireplace. Pet o.k. $2200/mo annually or $3000/mo seasonally. In Prestigious IMG Sports Academy is this very spacious 4BR/3BA near campus. Great layout with 2CG, large eat-in kitchen and lanai overlooking preserve. Pool & hot tub just a 1 minute walk from home. Live among some of the most talented athletes in the world. Pet o.k. $4500/mo Duncan Real Estate 941-779-0304 www.teamduncan.com
POOL HOMES WEST Bradenton. Weekly or more. Turnkey furnished private homes 3BR/2BA or 3BR/3BA garage, heated pools. Discount for extended stays. Contact Coastal Properties Realty 941-794-1515
HOLMES BEACH 2BR/2BA close to beach $850/mo BRADENTON DUPLEXS. 2BR/2BA/2CG 1415 28th St W $825/mo 2BR/1BA 1413 28th St W $700/mo 1BR/1BA 2111-B 6th Ave W $575/mo House 3BR/1BA/!CG 2309 25th Ave W $900/mo One month security and application fee. Call 941-795-7805
FOR RENT TWO unique 1BR/1BA mobile homes, remodeled. 55+ park, Trailer Estates. Annual each $550/mo.+ utilities. 941-778- 2553 or ed@ices3.us. The units are also for sale, so call and talk.
ALL NEW 2BR/1BA with new kitchen & bath, W/D. Canal front across from Bay Beach, near City Pier $895/mo. Call 941-779-9579
1BR/1BA VERY NICE APT. washer/dryer, pool access, large enclosed garage. Great location 4th house off the beach> Asking $850/mo. 1BR/1.5BA. Mobile home. Located in Sunny Shores. Covered parking. Asking $750/mo includes water, sewage & trash. Coastline Realtors 941-779-9500
ANNUAL RENTAL 3BR/3BA remodeled canal front home. Available immediately $2300/mo. Call Lori 941-773-3415 Duncan Real Estate.
2BR/1BA DUPLEX apartment steps to the Gulf! Washer/dryer hook ups. Old Florida charm in Great location. $795/mo plus utilities. No pets. References, credit check. Green Real Estate 941-778-0455
ANNUAL RENTAL 1BR/1BA,mini loft, W/D, steps to beach & bay, pets welcome. $750/mo 110 12th St N Call 941-779-2393
BRADENTON DUPLEX 2BR/1BA fenced yard, $750/mo. Call Robert 941-730-1291 Available March 1.
ANNUAL 3BR/2BA HOUSE on canal w/dock and boat lift. Coral Shores Sub-Division $1350/mo + $500 deposit & last mo. No pets. Call 941-524-6773
RENTALS: SEASONAL & VACATION
TIFFANY PLACE Gulf Front Condo for Rent Incredible views from living room and master bedroom. 2BR/2BA Green Real Estate Call 941-778-0455
PARADISE IN COMFORT at Palm Breeze Rentals in Holmes Beach. Two beautifully furnished units in a Key West-Style home on a large corner lot. Each unit has 3BR/2BA, washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen, heated pool, bikes, grill, etc. Just bring your clothes and a toothbrush and enjoy! www.apalmbreeze.com 941-730-5126
HOLMES BEACHFRONT 2 BR/1BA furnished washer/dryer. Walking distance to trolley and stores. Available April-December $550/wk. or $2000/mo. Jan.-March 2200/mo. Yearly lease - $1500/mo. Call 813 728-2590 or 813 294-3014
ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fl Condos. Pool beach access, fully equipped $650-$750/wk Redekercondos.com 941-778-1915
SEASONAL RENTAL MARCH/ or APRIL 1BR/1BA west of Gulf Dr Anna Maria City $1250/mo + tax Call 941-778-4499
AFFORDABLE SEASONAL RENTAL 55+ Sandpiper Mobile Resort. Across from beach 1BR/1BA furnished. Adj. parking. Open floor plan. February & March $1500/mo. Call 941-778-0137
LONDON SW1 ENGLAND Forget expensive hotels, rent my lovely Studio Apartment in Central London overlooking Garden Square. Recently remodeled with elevator. Photos available email loscanos@aol.com
REAL ESTATE: OUT OF AREA
FREEPORT, BAHAMAS-CANAL waterfront commercial. Condos, restaurants, etc. 2/3 acre. Appraised at $395,000. No property taxes. Port Lucaya area. Best offer. Owner Financing Call 941-794-8900.
INVERNESS HOME 125K, 6 exceptional different Lots 2 with Trailers 39+59K. New Tractor + assorted Trucks, Trailers, Chainsaws, Money Maker, More-More, Info 352-637-1242.
FORECLOSED HOME AUCTION 450+ Homes | Feb 27 Open House: 2/13, 20, 21 View Full Listings www.Auction.com
DELRAY BEACH, FL - New Luxury Town homes, Only 6 Remain! 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 car garage! Was $475,000, NOW $284,900 plus incentives! 561-922-7424 DeFalco RE www.defalco.com
ABANDONDED UPSTATE NY FARM- absolute sale. 10 acres - stream - $29,900! Lake region, woods, fields. Solid investment! Terms! Virtual tour: www.newyorklandandlakes.com
NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell with Acreage pre-approved Bank Financing! Only $99,900 Ask About our Mountain Land for Sale 828-247-9966 Code 48A
FORECLOSED GOLF HOMES & golf lots! 100’s of listings in the Carolinas. Own for fraction of value! Call 877-526-3615, x 2454 www.foreclosedgolfhome.com
RENTAL WANTED
WANTED SMALL STUDIO Apartment. No stairs, yearly lease. Senior working woman w/cat. Cheap rent. Call am 941-729-5450 or pm 941-792-7095
QUITE RETIRED NON-SMOKING couple seeking annual 2BR+ rental on Anna Maria Island. Call 219-921-4782 or 412-860-4190
QUIET, RETIRED COUPLE with small Shih Tzu wants to rent, mid January thru mid March 2011, 2 or 3 BR/2BA home near beach in North Holmes Beach or Anna Maria. Call 815-997-7865
TRANSPORTATION
AMI TAXI metered-on-call-cards accepted. Airport services: Tampa $80, Sarasota $30, Clearwater $70, Fort Meyers $120, Orlando $120. Call 800-301-4816. amitaxi4u@gmail.com, www.amitaxi.com
ADMIRAL TOWN CAR Professional chauffeur at taxi prices. “We go anywhere.” All appointments. Call Phil 941-778-5407 admiralTC@verizon.net Licensed & Insured
