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Date of Issue: Sep 1, 2010

The Islander Classifieds: Wednesday, August 25, 2010

ITEMS FOR SALE

COMPUTER 1.7 GHz, Windows XP-PRO, $75. 941-756-6728.

AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com.

COMMERCIAL RESTAURANT SUPPLIES: Ice machine: install and service $2,100. You pick up, $1,600. Assorted stainless shelves: $75. Six-burner gas cooktop and charbroiler: $1,800. 941-730-2606.

FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE: Individuals may advertise up to three items, each priced $100 or less, 15 words or less. FREE, one week. Deliver in person to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, e-mail classifieds@islander.org, fax toll-free 1-866-362-9821. (limited time offer)

SWING SET WITH slide, ladder, Fort Rainbow brand. For sale: $400 obo. 941-201-9121

ROUND OAK TABLE, four chairs two leaves, like new, $25.

Color TV $85. 941-778-4451.

THREE-PIECE OAK coffee end tables $50, four padded barstools $25, maple dining hutch $95. 941-778-2899.

GOLDFISH 4-7INCHES free to good home pond. You collect. Call 941-737-6887.

ANNOUNCEMENT

GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN Church: All are welcome to come and worship with us! Please call 941-778-1813 or visit us at: www.gloriadeilutheran.com for worship times. 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

BRADENTON ROTARY CLUB meets at noon Mondays at Mattison's Riverside, 1200 First Ave. W., Bradenton. Club members enjoy fellowship with like-minded professionals. Club projects offer opportunities to benefit the community locally and worldwide. To attend a meeting as our guest, call Trish, 941-747-1871. More information: www.bradentonrotary.org.

HAITI $$$ DONATIONS to the Ministry of Presence Inc., www.ministryofpresence.org, urgently needed for local representatives to aid homeless children. Info: The Islander, 941-778-7978.

TERRY HAYES, REALTOR. Signature Sothebys International. 941-302-3100. Terry.hayes@sothebysrealty.com. Discoverannamaria.com.

WANTED: YOUR OLD cell phone for recycling. Deliver to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

FISHING GEAR WANTED: The Privateers and The Islander are collecting new or used, repairable fishing poles and reels, nets, tackle, buckets, etc. to give to children. Donate your gear at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

FREE GUN LOCK courtesy of Project Childsafe, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Holmes Beach Police Department. Pick up at The Islander office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe.

ROSER THRIFT SHOP open 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 9 am to noon Saturday. Donations 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733

SWEET BAY NURSERY, native plants, 8 a.m.- noon first Saturday of month, or by appointment, 941-776-0501.

GARAGE SALES

ANNUAL FIRE HALL Labor Day weekend yard sale: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 4-5. Inside and outside furniture, appliances, lamps, fishing poles, jewelry, infant to adult clothing, toys, bikes, TVs, stereos, VCRs, vintage albums, antique books, tools, tool cart, cactus plants, housewares, holiday wear and more. Great deals, free coffee and all indoors. Happy Labor Day, see you there! 201 Second St., Bradenton Beach. 941-720-0426.

HOUSEHOLD SALE: 9 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, Household items. flamingo cay 10320 Spoonbill Road W. Bradenton.

MULTIFAMILY GARAGE SALE, 9a.m. Saturday, Sept. 4, only. 660 Gulfbay Road, Longboat Key.

LOST and FOUND

FOUND: BEACH BAG in parking area, Fern Street, near North Shore Drive, Aug. 5. (Bean Point area). 941-538-4604, leave message describing contents to claim.

MISSING: GRAY STRIPED cat. Thomas, microchipped. Reward. 71st Street and Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Pat, 941-778-5791.

LOST CAT: BROWN and black tiger with white paws. One-year-old. If found please, call 941-405-7350. 8000 block of Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

YELLOW MAINE COON cat lost from 6600 block of Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Reward offered. 941-725-4488.

FOUND AUG. 27: Camera 941-962-7785.

PETS

PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, 941-720-1411.

BOATS & BOATING

BOATS UNDER $50,000 are selling quickly. 17-to 28-foot. 15-year Island resident and excellent salesman. I sell boats and yachts worldwide. Let's talk, 941-228-3489. Yachtingflorida@aol.com. Licensed, bonded.

TWO BOAT SLIPS available, convenient location, open water, no bridges, sailboat compatible. Key Royale, Anna Maria. $10/foot includes wash-down water. Call Gazella at 941-778-2803.

HELP WANTED

SALES ASSOCIATE: MOTIVATED, experienced real estate licensee for busy Island office. Please call Jesse or Robin at 941-778-7244.

MAINSAIL BEACH INN is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for all aspects of ground and building maintenance.  Candidate must have hands-on previous maintenance experience.  Requirements include flexibility and a valid driver’s license. Please fax resumes to 941-201-3223 or applications can be obtained at Mainsail, 101 66th St., Holmes Beach. No phone calls, please.

KIDS4HIRE

BABYSITTER AND PETSITTER: Trustworthy and responsible, loves animals. Three years experience with babysitting. Call Claudia, 941-447-9658.

YARD WORK, WALK dogs and other small jobs. Call George, 941-778-7257.

KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for up to three weeks for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL student available for babysitting. Infant and toddler CPR certified, first-aid certified. Emily, 941-567-9276.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

HEALTH FOOD STORE on Anna Maria Island, located in busy shopping center, large inventory, all equipment and fixtures, completely turnkey, business growing monthly, owners moving, great opportunity for mom and pop. $189,000. Call Jim, 941-580-0626.

GIFT SHOP FOR sale. Call owner, 941-779-2624.

SERVICES

LET US DRIVE YOU! Airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Anna Maria Sunshine Car Service. 941-778-5476.

ISLAND COMPUTER GUY, 37 years experience. On-site PC repairs, upgrades, buying assistance and training. Call Bill, 941-778-2535.

TOTAL DOOR AND Window Service: Repairs, replacements, sales, parts, stormcatcher hurricane covers, Simonton windows, Plastpro doors, ODL inserts. 941-730-1399.

HOUSE CLEANING BY Laura. Excellent references. One house, 2BR/2BA, $50. 941-539-6891.   

LIGHT CARPENTRY, HOME repairs, handyman work, deck repairs, dock repairs, etc. Retired tradesman, Island resident. No job too small. Call Steve Doyle 941-778-1708.

CONTACT CAPT. GREG Burke of A Paradise Realty for all of your real estate needs, selling, listing, buying, market analysis. 941-592-8373, or e-mail: gregburkesr@hotmail.com.

I DON’T CUT corners, I clean corners. Professional, friendly cleaning service since 1999. 941-778-7770. Leave message.

ISLAND HOUSEKEEPING: LOCAL girl, great references. Openings for home and vacation rental accounts. Deborah, 941-524-0486

CLUTTER! IF YOU do not know where to begin to enjoy your surroundings, I can help with great sensitivity, take to Goodwill, consign or pack and ship sentimental items to loved ones who would enjoy something from you. I also specialize in staging homes for sale by re-purposing what you already have for a fresh look. Call Nancy Errico for a consutation today! Insured. www.stageonedecluttertoo.com. 941-685-9906.

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD's Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. 941-920-3840.

COMPUTER GOT YOU down? Got a virus? Need wireless, network setup? Web site? Need help? Call JC, 941-487-7487.

ISLAND MERMAIDS CLEANING and Co.: 36 years of happy customers. Organizing, pet-watch, storm-check, etc. Rentals our specialty. 941-778-3046.

DESIGNER FOR HIRE! All your graphic needs covered! Web design. Call Jon at Smashcat Studios, 941-778-2824 or 941-545-0192.

BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, 941-795-7411. CAC184228.

ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. 941-778-2711.

NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550.

CHECK MY HOUSE! When you're away, we stay close to home. We provide full house checking services to ensure your house is secure while you are away. Call 941-928-8735, or e-mail check.my.house@verizon.net for details.

TUTORING SERVICES: Specializing in algebra, geometry, calculus, trigonometry and science. Special need students welcome. Grades 3-12. Jenifer, 941-224-1760.

UPSCALE NAIL SALON: Nails on the Island. 30 years experience. Call for an appointment. Now offering in-home services. 941-713-5244.

KOKO RAY’S ISLAND studio: Back to school specials through September. Instruction in flute, saxophone, guitar, piano and voice. 315 58th St., Holmes Beach, 941-778-8323.

LAWN and GARDEN

.CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.

ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. Your complete irrigation repair company. Call 941-778-2581.

TREES BY BREEZE Inc.: Custom landscapes, tree trimming, property maintenance. Insured. Since 1988. Chris, 941-778-2837.

JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanups. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015.

LANDSCAPING

STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE. For all your landscape needs. Shell $45/yard. Call Shark Mark. 941-301-6067.

KARAZ LANDSCAPE LAWN service. Mulch, clean ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. 941-448-3857 or 941-448-5207.

SHELL DELIVERED AND spread. Premium grade-A, $45/yard B-grade, $30-$40/yard. Hauling all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, "shell phone" 941-720-0770.

NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30 years experience. 941-729-9381.

HOME IMPROVEMENT

VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100.

TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077.

CUSTOM REMODELING EXPERT. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, 941-730-7479.

GRIFFIN'S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 941-748-4711.

JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing. Call 941-778-6170 or 941-447-2198.

SOUTHBAY HOME REPAIRS: If it's broken, stuck, loose, leaks, needs paint, etc. I'll fix it. Affordable quality work. 941-720-2906.

FOREMOST FENCE: Commercial, Residential. Chain link, vinyl, aluminum, wood, access control. Contractors you can depend on. Call 941-748-2700.

J.E. MURRAY: ESTABLISHED Island builder. New homes, remodeling. 30-year resident. Call 941-778-2316 or 941-730-3228.

HANDYMAN FOR HIRE:  $15 per hour. No job too small. One call does it all. Call Arthur, 941-301-0624. Quality satisfaction guaranteed.

RENTAL

WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com.

WATERFRONT KEY WEST STYLE with dock. Furnished, walk to beach, eateries and shops. $150/night, $950/week. Use of bikes included. 941-794-5980.

VACATION RENTALS: 3BR/3BA pool home, 2BR/1BA cottage, 5BR/4BA split pool home, two blocks to Holmes Beach. 3BR/2BA pool home, northwest Bradenton, 3BR/3BA pool home, Palma Sola. Weekly, monthly rentals. Luxury furnishings, all amenities. Inclusive prices. Coastal Properties Realty, 941-794-1515.

OFFICE, RETAIL, PROFESSIONAL space: 8803/8799 Cortez Road. 1,200 sf (former salon) and 1,300 sf. 1-800-952-1206.

ANNUAL UNFURNISHED GROUND-level duplex. 2BR/1BA, north Holmes Beach. $925/month plus utilities. 941-778-7003.

ANNUAL DUPLEX IN HOLMES Beach. 2BR/2BA on canal, space for boat. Living room, kitchen, storage, washer and dryer hook ups. No pets. Holmes Beach. 941-778-7039.

ANNUAL RENTAL: CLOSE to Island on Cortez Road. 2BR/2BA, 55-plus. $750/month. Keith, 941-792-7568.

VACATION TOWNHOUSE: 2BR/2BA FURNISHED, pool and boat dock. $399/weekend, $599/week, $950/month. Realtor, 941-356-1456. Real Estate Mart.

WEST BRADENTON 3BR/2BA $950/month. Realtor, 941-356-1456. Real Estate Mart.

NORTHWEST BRADENTON: UPDATED plush, professionally decorated, executive pool home, 3BR/2BA plus outdoor pool bath, outdoor living area, four miles to beaches, $1,700/month with annual lease, plus utilities. No animals, no smoking, 941-592-9270.   

SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 55-plus 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com.

MIRROR LAKE 2/BR 2/BA direct lake. First-floor condo #795, Across from State College of Florida. No pets. 941-726-0485.

WATERFRONT CONDO at Mariners Cove. Annual rental with boat slip, 2BR/2BA. 2,000 square feet with enclosed lanai. Two pools, tennis court, washer/dryer. $1,900/month, water and standard cable included. Call 941-920-3358.

WANTED: ANNUAL RENTAL. Must be short walk to water or closer. 2BR, storage for bike and kayak, washer and dryer. 941-705-5561.

REAL ESTATE

FREE FORECLOSURE PREVENTION, free Distressed Property Lists! Call James Adkins, 713-0635. www.AdkinsFloridaGroup.com'.

FLORIDA BUSINESSES FOR sale. Get your E2/EB-5 Visa. Call James Adkins, 941-713-0635.

BAYFRONT PELICAN COVE condo: 2BR/2BA great views, close to everything. Call Capt. Greg, 941-592-8373, A Paradise Realty.

BRADENTON BEACH: CUTE single-family home 2BR/1BR with garden and garage, just one block from beach with direct access. Recently renovated and upgraded, furniture. Must sell. $299,000. hgk.bus@gmail.com.

PRICE REDUCED: DUPLEX on two deeded lots, both units 2BR/1.5BA, elevated, park under building. $450,000. Call owner: 941-730-2606.

FLORIDA, OUT-OF-STATE

BANK FORCED BID, offer sale! Smoky Mountains. Lake property, Tennessee. Pick your lot, then submit your offer! Gated with amenities! Hurry, register now, first 75 only!  877-644-4647, ext. 302.

NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: Brand-new! Mountain-top tract reduced to $29,500! Private, near Boone area, bank financing, owner must sell. 866-789-8535.

BUY MOUNTAIN LAND now! Lowest prices ever! North Carolina. Bryson City. 2.5 acres, spectacular views, paved road. High altitude. Easily accessible, secluded. $45,000. Owner financing, 800-810-1590. www.wildcatknob.com.

UNBELIEVABLE COASTAL BARGAIN! Only $34,900 with free boat slip. Adjoining lot sold for $99,900! Beautifully wooded building lot in premier, gated, waterfront community. Enjoy direct access to Atlantic! All amenities complete! Paved roads, underground utilities, clubhouse, pool. Excellent financing. Call Now 877-888-1415, ext. 2627.

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