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The islander Classifieds: Wednesday, September 3, 2008

ITEMS FOR SALE

STORM COVERS FROM $99.50, also windows, doors, inserts, parts, service, repair, panel buddies and poly buddies in stock for quick install. Professional installation available. Metro Home Supply, 941-758-5828. Metrohs@msn.com.

PLUS-SIZE WOMEN'S clothing: Size 14 and up. Plus sizes. 4533 26th St. W., Bradenton. 941-753-3695.

SIX FILE CABINETS: black, 4-drawer legal or regular file cabinets. $20 each. The islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978.

ANTIQUE FURNITURE: Mahogany buffet, $350. Small antique burl-wood rocker, $200. 941-778-1102.

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

OLD-FASHIONED DINER MUGS: $8 (includes tax). Your coffee never tasted so good as when you drink from the old-style mugs available at The islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 941-778-7978.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ENTERTAINMENT: CORPORATE, GOLF and private parties. 781-367-0339, www.bbrodney.com.

YOU CAN HAVE everything you want in life if you will just help enough other people get what they want. 941-778-7656. www.website.ws/johnhoward/show.

ISLAND ROCK SCHOOL at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. Guitar, bass, drums, flute, saxophone, clarinet, piano and vocals. Call Scott Achor, 941-778-1747, or Koko Ray Hansen, 941-758-0395. Rock on!

"REINVENT YOURSELF" WORKSHOP with author, model, coach, Jean Peelen. 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30. Body & Sol Day Spa, 9804 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. $20. Call Danielle to register, 941-650-5441.

FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Courtesy of the Project Childsafe, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Holmes Beach Police Department. Free at The islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don't be sorry, be safe.

BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a personalized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Forms at The islander or call 941-518-4431 for more information.

GARAGE SALES

MOVING SALE: 8 a.m.- noon Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 6-7. Furniture, antique oak dining set, housewares, clothes. 115 Los Cedros, off Pine Avenue, Anna Maria.

ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9 a.m.- noon Saturdays. Always clothing sales. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733.

SIDEWALK "YARD" SALE continues at The islander, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, July 30-Aug 1, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 

LOST & FOUND

LOST: PRESCRIPTION SUNGLASSES in the water between 78th and 79th streets. Reward. 813-885-1350.

LOST: MAN’S BLACK wallet. Lost in Holmes Beach laundromat area. Call 941-518-0400.

SAILBOAT RUDDER LOST from boat at 73rd Street, T-end canal. Holmes Beach. Reward. Call 941-747-2801.

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.

ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call 941-922-0774.

TRANSPORTATION

2000 LAND ROVER SE7, 117,000 miles, excellent condition, fully loaded. $6,200.00, 941-928-8735.

BOATS & BOATING

BIMINI BAY SAILING: small sailboat rental and instruction. Day, week, month. Sunfish, Laser, Zuma and Precision 15. Call Brian, 941-685-1400.

NEW ENGLAND MEGA-BRAID: Mooring lines, one-inch, slightly used. Davits, propellers. 941-761-0985.

FISHING & CHARTERS

KIDS FOR HIRE

ISLAND TUTORING. Manatee High School freshman Chris Perez tutors elementary or middle school children. Call 941-778-2979.

CALL ALEXANDRA, 15, for babysitting or odd-jobs. Red Cross certified in first aid and babysitting. 941-778-5352

ISLAND TEEN EXPERIENCED, and certified child care with Safe Sitter, CPR and Red Cross training, seven days a week. Maggie, 941-447-4632 or 941-778-8405.

BABYSITTER AVAILABLE ON the Island during the summer. Lisa, 17, 941-538-8570.

CALL GUSSIE AT 941-778-7257 for babysitting. I have experience with kids of all ages.

NEED A BABYSITTER or pet sitter? Call Kendall! First-aid certified, great with kids and animals! Best on the Island! 941-779-9783.

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

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restaurant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call 941-778-3953.

HOST/SERVER/BUS help sought at Ooh La La! Bistro. Apply in person weekdays after 4 p.m., 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT Tingley Library in Bradenton Beach. Friendly atmosphere with great community spirit. It's fun, give it a try! For more information, 941-779-1208.

NAIL TECH OR massage therapist room available for rent. 941-713-5244 to view.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

GREAT SITE: FORMER service station on strategic Longboat corner. Many business uses possible: gas/convenience store, bank, restaurant, etc. $1,300,000. Longview Realty: 941-383-6112.

HEALTH CARE

EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER AVAILABLE to help a little or a lot, day or night. CPR, first aid, CNA certified. Reliable, trustworthy, Island references. Flexible scheduling. Personal/household care, driving, companionship. 941-778-5958.

NURSES: PRIVATE DUTY. Long-term home care assisting lady with spinal injury. Five hour morning shifts and overnights, 10pm-8am, available. Travel opportunity. 941-383-6953.

CAREGIVER/COMPANION: Reliable, trustworthy, flexible scheduling. Personal and household care, errands and appointments. 941-705-0706 or 941-545-3369.

SERVICES

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

COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. 941-545-7508.

ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. 941-778-0944.

PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete computer solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wireless services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, 941-778-5708, or cell 216-509-1945.

WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solving for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, Westcoast Nuisance Wildlife Service, 941-778-3455, or cell 941-720-4152.

ISLAND MERMAIDS CLEANING Co.: Oldest and best on Anna Maria! 34 years of grateful, happy customers. Rentals our specialty. 941-778-9217.

TOASTED COMPUTER SERVICES. Your home and business specialist. On-site service, virus/spyware, cleanup, system setup, upgrades, diagnosis and repair, internet/wireless networking, custom system design. 941-224-1069.

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.

ESP CLEANING: PROFESSIONAL cleaning team serving Anna Maria Island. Call Steve and Maria, 941-345-2162.

SEWING: HEMMING, BUTTONS, minor alterations, cushion covers, ironing. Errands: grocery, doctor's appointments.  Call Terry, 941-778-3125.

GRANITE COUNTERTOPS: $995 installed, many colors to choose from, up to 25 sf. Local references. 407-467-0629.

HOUSE CLEANING BY Laura. Monday through Friday. Excellent references. 941-539-6891.

CAREGIVER FOR THE elderly: One-on-one care. Home cooking, light housekeeping, appointments, shopping, etc. Five hours or more.  Top references, 25 years experience. Call 941-545-7114.

WASH AND FOLD Service: Formerly at Holmes Beach Laundromat, now available for pickup and delivery to your door. Ironing, too. Call Cheryl, 941-773-1631.

COMPUTER GOT YOU down? Got a virus? Need wireless, network setup? Web site? Need help? Call JC, 941-484-7487.

NIKI’S NOOKS AND CRANIES. I will do housekeeping, laundry, and errands or pet sitting for you. Cell, 941-592-8684.

DESIGNER FOR HIRE! All your graphic needs covered! Print work: logos brochures, brand identity. Web design: Flash, HTML and 3D. 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.

TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719.

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 - when and what you need - to ensure your house is secure and cared for while you are away. Call 941-928-8735, or e-mail check.my.house@verizon.net for details.

UPSCALE NAIL SALON: Nails on the Island. 30 years experience all phases of nail care. Gift boutique, nail products, handbags, jewelry and sunglasses. 9908 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria. Call for an appointment. Now offering in-home pedicure services. 941-713-5244.

PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING: Private studio, certified trainer, 16 years experience. Specializing in sport-specific training, improving balance, strength, and stamina. Toni Lyon, 941-928-8735.

DO YOU WANT AN AWARD WINNING WEB-SITE - Designed, Redesigned & Hosted: We're your first step to create your internet presence on the web. Each web-site is created specifically for your company. Why trust anyone else, use The islander, we're local, professional and award winning designs. Please email, we will be happy to give you a FREE quote. webmaster@islander.org

LAWN & 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.

ECONOMY TREE TRIMMING, hedges, mulching. Lowest prices starting at $15. 12-year Island resident. Cell 941-951-1833.

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.

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

THE SWISS GARDENER: Full-service landscaping and property management. 15 years Island experience. Licensed and insured. Call Allen anytime. Cell 941-224-8569.

CRUSHED WASHED SHELL delivered and spread, For all your hauling needs, call David Bannigan. 941-504-7045.

KARAZ LANDSCAPE LAWN service. Mulch, clean ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. Cell, 941-448-3857 or 941-778-0851.

HOME IMPROVEMENT

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

CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island service since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying back flow at water meters. FL#RF0038118-941-778-3924 or 778-4461.

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, 941-779-2294.

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

TILE AND MARBLE Installation:  Many Island references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941-726-1802.

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

K&C PAINTING LLC. Interior, exterior, faux. A woman’s touch. Kelly Meshberger. Free estimates. 941-544-8658.

SDB HOME REPAIR LLC: Handyman, painting, tile work, sheetrock, hauling, electrical, light plumbing. 941-312-2239.

HURRICANE WINDOWS. 30 PERCENT off! 100 percent financed! We build, install and guarantee them! No other company does it all. Call 941-400-5384 for a free estimate good for one year. License #20055584.

EXPERIENCED BUILDING CONTRACTOR: Carl V. Johnson Jr. Inc. New homes, porches, decks, remodel, repairs, etc. Quality work. Fair price! 941-795-1947. Lic.#RR0066450.

ONE MAN AND a power washer! Boat docks, pool decks, patios, driveways, house and trailer washing, sealing and staining. Local professional, licensed, insured, Anna Maria Island chamber member. Free estimates. 941-778-2081.

RENTALS

RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800-749-6665. www.wedebrockrentals.com.

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

BRADENTON BEACH BRAND new duplex, block from beach. 3BR/3BA two-car garage, granite kitchen, marble baths, office, eight-person Jacuzzi, elevator, balconies overlooking Gulf and Intracoastal. Turnkey furnished, absolutely pristine, no pets, $2,200/month annually with option to buy. Call Lisa, 860-601-3838.

SPACIOUS ISLAND BAYFRONT. Dock, furnished. $1,750/month, $800/week. $125/night includes utilities. 941-794-5980. www.divefish.com.

OFFICE, RETAIL, PROFESSIONAL Space. 8799 Cortez Road. 625 sf. Call 1-800-952-1206.

HOLMES BEACH ANNUAL rental. Elevated duplex, 2BR/2BA, recently updated, walk to beach. Two bonus rooms, large garage. $1,500/month. 404-441-6471, e-mail: f.dolan@yahoo.com.

1BR AND 2BR apartments available, half block from water. 3611 117th Street W. Pat McClary, 941-920-6637. www.floridarealestateteam.com.

NEAR BEACHES: 1BR/1.5BA redecorated. Annual, $700/month, furnished. Most utilities paid. Close to beaches. Call 941-758-9133.

2BR/2BA WATERFRONT CONDO: Boat dock, 1,700 sf, fireplace, pool, $1,200/month. 941-792-0524.

LUXURY UPGRADED CONDO: Fitness center, game rooms, pool, spa, boat dock. Near beaches, annual. 2BR/2BA. 941-761-1923.

2BR/2BA ANNUAL TOWNHOUSE rental 100 steps to the beach! Dec. 1, 2008-Dec. 1, 2009. 120 52nd St., Holmes Beach. $1,200/month. First, last and security. References. 330-758-3857.

ONE BEDROOM, SECOND-story, extra room, updated, gorgeous. Balcony, half block to the beach. $900/month. 941-746-8666.

FANTASTIC FULLY-FURNISHED 2BR/2BA corner unit condos with sweeping views of Tampa bay on Anna Maria Island. Available for season. Call 818-620-3543.

MARTINIQUE CONDO: 2BR/2BA fully furnished, lanai, sea/beach view, garage, laundry, tennis, heated pool. January-April. 423-884-2598.

ANNA MARIA 3BR/2BA. Available Sept. 1, 2008. Furnished or unfurnished, washer and dryer, storage, covered parking, steps to beach, restaurants, shopping. $950/month. 941-737-9662.

ANNUAL RENTALS: HOUSES. 2BR/1BA, pet OK, washer and dryer. $875/month, 3205 Ave. A, Bradenton Beach. 1BR/1BA, garage, $850/month, 4508 124th Ct. W., Cortez. Mike Norman Realty, 941-778-6696.

PALMA SOLA: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, pool, 11x40-foot lanai. Walk to bay, beach. Annual, $1,595/month. Seasonal, $3,000/month.  941-778-3051.

UNFURNISHED EFFICIENCY APARTMENT in Cortez village. $500/month plus utilities. 941-794-2556.

PERFECT, BEACHFRONT CONDO: 55-plus. $1,600/month plus utilities. 717-392-4048.

CEDARS EAST ANNUAL rental: waterfront condo, beautifully updated and furnished. 2BR/2.5BA. $4,000/month. 941-383-0263.

ANNUAL 2BR/2BA ELEVATED Holmes Beach duplex near beach.  Covered patio, deck, carport, washer and dryer hookups and large storage area. Available October. $1,100/month.  828-684-9354.

CHARMING CANAL HOUSE:  2BR/2BA. $1,350/month plus utilities. 717-392-4048.

2BR/1.5BA ELEVATED DUPLEX, quiet area of Holmes Beach. Washer/dryer included. $1,000/month, plus utilities. First, last, security. 941-730-2606.

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

REAL ESTATE

BRADENTON BEACH 2BR/2BA with Gulf just across the street and terrific direct views. $440,000. Owner, 941-388-5238.

2BR/1BA MOBILE HOME: Central air conditioning and heat, covered patio, adjacent parking, $45,000, Owner financing, 941-778-7980 or 941-713-1117.

CANAL HOUSE: 717-392-4048.

HOLMES BEACH: 2BR/2BA ground-floor condo. Updated kitchen, ceramic tile, Berber carpet, glass-enclosed lanai overlooking heated pool. Turnkey furnished. Across street from beach. $279,900. 407-846-8741 or 941-778-0794.

“DISTRESS” SALE: BANK foreclosures. Free list of foreclosed Island and mainland properties. Free list of homes with pictures or recorded message. www.manateeareaforeclosures.com or 1-800-579-9106, ext. 1042.

FRONT-DOOR ACCESS to beach and Gulf. 2BR/2BA condo. Pristine. View from every room. 717-392-4048.

DUPLEX ON TWO lots for sale. Both units 2BR/1.5BA, elevated, park under building. Two deeded lots, one duplex. $710,000. 941-730-2606.

OUT-OF-STATE REAL ESTATE

EAST TENNESSEE: AFFORDABLE lake lots and homes minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains on pristine Norris Lake. Call Lakeside Realty at 888-291-5253, or visit www.lakesiderealty-tn.com. 

STEAL MY MARSHFRONT: Owner sacrifice! Drop-dead gorgeous marshfront. My neighbor paid $389,900. I'll sell mine for less than the bank repos. My six-figure loss is your gain. $229,900. Call 877-913-5253. 

VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS: Two acres on mountain top near New River State Park, great fishing, view, private. $29,500, must sell. Call owner, 866-789-8535.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN log cabin. 35-plus acres with log cabin, $289,900. Access to thousands of acres of federal recreation land. Private setting with Ponderosa pines. Minutes to world-class fishing and hunting. One hour to skiing. Call 866-OWN-LAND, ext. 4264.

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