ITEMS FOR SALE
CIRCULAR IRON STAIRCASE: Heavy duty. Call for specifics. 941-725-2155.
GYM EQUIPMENT: $1,546, firm, cash. Thick rubber mats 3×3-foot under all the following: two slide racks, two incline/flat benches, one bench press, one leg curl/extension pin, one calf machine pin, one dip bar, one squat rack, curl bar, 45-lb. bar, 4/45 plates to 4/5-lb. with floor rack, dumbbells, 45 various with floor rack. 1-813-600-9611. 704 Rose St., Anna Maria.
BLOOD PRESSURE MONITOR: Omron 25, Monster Jam toys 5/$2.50. 941-795-8734.
POOL PUMP: Marathon Electric 1081 motor 1.5-hp, 3450 RPM, runs great, $100 firm. Professionally maintained. 941-201-5172.
COMPUTER: 2.8GHz Dell Dimension 2400 with newly loaded Windows XP, $100. 941-756-6728.
TV CABINET: LIGHT pine, 78x46x20-inches, $100, Craftsman tool center with four drawers and tools, $100. 941-795-8359.
HIGH CHAIR: $10, light stroller, $6, stroller, $12. 941-778-5439.
WHITE ENTERTAINMENT CENTER: 10 shelves, two glass-covered, good condition, $100. 941-778-1264.
MARY KAY COSMETICS: Full line at discounted prices. Jenifer, 941-224-1760, 941-739-0792.
ANTIQUE COPPER POTS and bowls, collection $350. Burl-wood rocker, oak office chairs, collectibles. View at The Islander store, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
ORIGINAL, LOCAL ART for sale. View at The Islander store, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com
FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE
Individuals may place one free ad with up to three items, each priced $100 or less, 15 words or less. FREE, one week, must be submitted online. E-mail classifieds@islander.org, fax toll-free 1-866-362-9821. (limited time offer)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
HELP FOR HAITI: The Ministry of Presence is preparing a large shipment destined in about two weeks for Port-au-Prince and needs to be filled include: peanut butter, canned foods and meat, pasta, rice and beans, and cleaning supplies such as Pine, and bleach. Drop off to The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach.
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.
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.
MICHAEL NORTHFIELD: BROKER, Anna Maria Island Realty, 941-713-0284. www.annamariaislandrealty.com. E-mail: Michael@annamariaislandrealty.com. Your personal broker.
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.
ESTATE SALES
ESTATE SALE: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, March 16. 607 Key Royale Drive, Holmes Beach. Teak credenza, four-poster bed, sectional sofa with queen bed, two rattan recliners, king bed, hutch, dining set, server, TVs, white chest, living room sofa, coffee and end tables, captains chairs, bench, lamps, pedestal, books, wheel chair, walker, file and more. Please, park courteously. Sale by Julie McClure.
GARAGE SALES
ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. 941-779-2733.
NEW LOCATION: STEFF’S Stuff Antiques has moved to The Centre Shops on Longboat Key. 5380 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Unit 101. 941-383-1901.
LOST & FOUND
FOUND: WOMENS’ PRESCRIPTION glasses on Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. annamariachiropractic@gmail.com.
LOST CAR KEYS at the beach near Gulf Cafe on Feb. 21. Please, call 941-795-4095.
LOST: LOCK AND two keys for bike carrier on Gulf Drive about Feb. 10. Reward. 217-415-6771.
LOST: COOLPIX SILVER camera, 300-500 block of Spring Avenue, Anna Maria. Jake, 585-752-7386 or Katie, 585-208-5104.
LOST: COACH WALLET, brown. Vicinity of Ginny’s and Jane E’s, Anna Maria. 603-986-2765.
FOUND: SURF ROD and reel. Anna Maria Island beach. Leave description, Island Discount Tackle, 941-779-2838.
PETS
BEAUTIFUL CAT FOR adoption! Long-hair, microchip, two years, friendly. Nice carry-crate included. 941-778-0330 or 812-219-2184.
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.
ISLAND DOGS GROOMING Salon: Julie Keyes, certified groomer. Hydro bath, hand dry, (no cage drying). Personal service for you and your loved ones. Call anytime for appointments, 941-778-1202. 5360 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach.
DOG ADOPTIONS! 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 17. Be lucky, find your new best friend! We will be at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Moonracer No-Kill Animal Rescue Inc. 941-896-6701.
ADORABLE PUPPY FOR adoption! Pit mix, gorgeous, sweet! Male, fixed, chipped, shots. 941-896-6701.
FANTASTIC DOG! Champ is 2 years old, laid back, sweet as can be. He’s up-to-date on shots, fixed, and chipped. Rescued, he needs a happy, loving home. Please call Moonracer Rescue, 941-896-6701.
BOATS & BOATING
BIMINI BAY SAILING: Small sailboat rentals and instruction. Day. Week. Month. Sunfish, Laser, Windrider 17 and Precision 15. Call Brian at 941-685-1400.
DOCKSIDE SERVICE: PONTOON boat rental. Professional boat-sitting. ‘Always be water-ready.’ Call Dan, over 40 years in the boat business. 941-518-3868.
TANZER 22-FOOT fiberglass sailboat, very solid. Made in Canada. Needs sails. Only $1,600. 941-779-2208.
POWER NOLES CUSTOM-fiberglass 11.5-foot cat-type hull. Very stable boat. Great for kid’s Xmas or anyone who wants to get on the water! 25-hp Mercury, trolling motor and two bass seats. Great boat! $2,150 obo. Call Toni, 941-928-8735.
HELP WANTED
NAIL TECH NEEDED at new Island spa and boutique on Bridge Street. Turning appointments down daily. Call Amanda, 941-779-6836.
SALES ASSOCIATE: MOTIVATED, experienced real estate licensee for busy Island office. Please call Jesse or Robin at 941-778-7244.
KIDS FOR HIRE
LOCAL ISLAND STUDENT babysitter available. CPR and first aid-certified, early childhood development major. Emily, 941-567-9276.
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.
HEALTH CARE
I DO HOME health care. I am a certified CNA, first aid, CPR license. Willing to work. Call Kelly, 941-896-0505.
SERVICES
LET US DRIVE YOU! Airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Anna Maria Sunshine Car Service. 941-778-5476.
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.
I DON’T CUT corners, I clean corners. Professional, friendly cleaning service since 1999. 941-779-6638. Leave message.
WILDLIFE REMOVAL and relocation: Problem solving for all animals, big and small. Call Joe, Westcoast Nuisance Wildlife Service. 941-720-4152.
TRANSPORT SERVICE: LET me drive you to the airport or anywhere in Florida. Flat rates. Reasonable. Call Mike, 941-567-6634.
ISLAND COMPUTER GUY, 37 years experience. On-site PC repairs, upgrades, buying assistance and training. Call Bill, 941-778-2535.
ISLANDER HANDYMAN SERVICE: 23-year Island resident, references. The Flying Dutchman LLC. We do all repair, interior and exterior, carpentry and more. Peter, 941-447-6747.
AMI COMPUTER SOLUTIONS for computer problems solved at your home or office. Wireless networking, virus/spyware prevention and removal, repairs, software upgrades, advice and training. Travis, 941-301-4726.
INCOME TAX SERVICE: We do individuals, small businesses and all states. We have been in business over thirty years. Call Pat at Kenney Tax Service, 941-761-8156.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: 30 years experience. Handyman home repairs. Services, kitchen and bathroom design, 24-hour emergency call-outs. Ronnie, 941-807-6664.
WALY PRECISION PAINTING: Interior, exterior, stucco, drywall repairs, pressure wash. Match price, plus 10 percent off. Free estimates. 941-448-1928.
ALL ISLAND HANDYMAN: All aspects home maintenance. Island local. Call a neighbor, call Mark, 941-720-0067.
“YOUR EYES HERE – While You’re Away” Protection Property Watch. www.Lookwhatcanhappen.com. Jon Kent, 941-920-0832.
ANTOINETTE’S PERSONAL SERVICE: Providing personal care for your home while you are away References upon request. 941-778-7355 or 941-730-6548.
TUTORING SERVICES: Specializing in algebra, geometry, calculus, trigonometry and science. Special needs students welcome. Grades 3-12. Rick, 941-224-4977.
LET ME CLEAN your house for you while you enjoy the beach! Excellent references, 20 years experience. Only two days available. Call Barb, 941-219-9544.
BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD’s Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. I make dirty windows sparkling clean. 941-920-3840.
ISLAND MERMAIDS CLEANING and Co.: 36 years of happy customers. Organizing, laundry, ironing, pet-watch, storm-check, etc. Rentals our specialty. 941-778-3046.
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.
RELAXING MASSAGE IN the convenience of your home or hotel. Massage by Nadia, more than 19 years on Anna Maria Island. Call today for an appointment, 941-518-8301. MA#0017550.MA#0017550.
GUITAR TROUBLE? KOKO RAY’S ISLAND studio. Instruction in flute, saxophone, guitar, piano and voice. 315 58th St., Holmes Beach, 941-538-8724.
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.
JR’S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanups. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015.
LANDSCAPING
STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE. Shell installed $45/yard at true specifications. Free appliance pick up. Call Shark Mark. 941-301-6067.
SHELL DELIVERED AND spread. 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, 941-448-6336.
TOP NOTCH LAWN Care: Residential and commercial. For all your landscaping needs. 941-932-6600.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www.vangopainting.net.
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, handyman, light hauling, pressure washing. Jack of all trades. 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.
SOUTHWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT: Michigan builder, 30 years experience. Affordable, timely, within budget. Call Mike, 1-616-204-8822.
THE FLYING DUTCHMAN LLC: Professional tile roof restoration. Call Peter for free estimate. 23-year Island resident, references, insured. 941-447-6747.
CUSTOM KITCHENS AND baths, additions, windows and door replacement. Call Matt at Pinnacle Group, 941-685-6132. Lic#CGC1506518.
RENTALS
WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com.
HOLMES BEACH BUSINESS Center. Rental units available for office/commercial spaces from 750-2,000 sf. Humidity-controlled mini-storage units and garage units, 11 x 22 feet. 5347 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-2924.
HOLIDAY/VACATION RENTALS: 3BR/2BA private pool home in northwest Bradenton, 3BR/3BA private pool home in Palma Sola, west Bradenton. No annuals. Call 941-794-1515.
VACATION RENTALS ONLY: Private pool homes, 3BR/2BA and 3BR/3BA. Condo, 1BR/1BA overlooking golf course. Call 941-794-1515 or www.coastalpropertiesrealty.com.
WANTED: RETAIL STOREFRONT in Bradenton Beach, 500 sf and up. Bridge street area. 941-447-1506.
BRADENTON BEACH: SEASONAL 2BR/1BA. Steps to beach. No pets. $700/week. 941-778-4731.
PERICO ISLAND: 3BR/3BA beautifully furnished house. Private pool, seasonal/monthly rent. $3,000/month. Call 941-795-3778.
ANNUAL RENTAL IN Cortez Village: Nice, clean and quiet unit in a four-plex. 2BR/1BA, private parking, screened porch, washer and dryer. $900/month. Call Brian at 941-778-0542 or 941-685-1400 for details.
ANNUAL RENTAL. 1BR/1BA, nicely furnished, 900 sf elevated duplex, wraparound deck. 1.3 miles to Anna Marie Island via Cortez Bridge. $1,100/month. 941-761-2725.
SEASONAL WATERFRONT GROUND-floor home: 2BR/2BA, dock. 941-779-9094 or 703-587-4675. 109 13th St. S., Bradenton Beach. www.annamariaislandnow.com. E-mail: bayrest@hotmail.com.
YEAR-ROUND RENTAL: Nice senior park in Palmetto. 2BR/2BA, living room, family room, two lanais, washer and dryer, water view, swimming pool. $950/month. 614-462-0247.
VACATION RENTALS NOW: Townhouse, 2BR/2BA, pool, boat dock, $695/week. 3BR/2BA home, $750/week. Realtor, 941-356-1456.
ANNUAL RENTAL HOME: 3BR/2BA, two-car garage, updated, furnished, $1,400/month. Village Green. Available now. Realtor, 941-756-1090.
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.
REAL ESTATE
DIRECT GULFFRONT: 146 feet on the beach. 3BR/4.5BA, office recreation room, spa, pool, outdoor kitchen and theater, elevator, turnkey furnished. $3,750,000. Suncoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202 or 941-720-0288.
FOR SALE BY owner: 1BR/1BA mobile completely remodeled with share, beach and bay access. Call 941-224-1652 for more information.
ANNA MARIA CANAL home. Walk to beach and have your boat in the back. 2BR/2BA renovated home with boat lift and dock. For sale by owner. Call 813-245-0428.
GREAT NORTHWEST LOCATION: Mint condition, close to beach, 2BR/2BA end unit, screened lanai, elevator, heated pool, lighted tennis, clubhouse. Move in now! $109,500. Call 941-792-0645.
FOR SALE BY owner: Mobile home, 1BR/1BA, extra bonus room. Across the street from Bradenton Beach private fishing pier. Beach and bay access, adjacent parking. Call 813-458-3875.
VILLAGE GREEN VILLA: 2BR/2BA two-car garage with gated entry. Large “D” model. Updated kitchen, bathroom, appliances and floors. Close to beaches, Robinson Preserve. $120,000. Call John Rehmann, Realtor, 941-720-7519.
HOLMES BEACH HOME, quality built and priced for quick sell. Centrally located, three short blocks to sandy beaches. Price reduced to $499,000! Questions, 309-642-7370. View virtual tour www.srqmediaworks2.com/30959thstreet/.
EXCEPTIONAL CONDO LOT: Two houses to beach. 116-A 48th St., Holmes Beach. $495,000. 618-334-1619.
DISTRESS SALES/BANK foreclosures and fixer-uppers. Go to: www.ManateeAreaForeclosures.com for a free list of properties available now. 941-315-1501.
HIGHLY MOTIVATED SELLER of the lowest-priced 3BR/2BA property on Anna Maria Island with private heated pool, garage and new construction said, “Barry, I want to sell this now … drop the price $30,000.” Not a condo. 300 block in Holmes Beach. Zoned R2. Now only $449,000. Call Barry Gould, 941-448-5500. Island Vacation Properties.
NEW ON MARKET: 8,700 sf, Marina Drive building lot with canal access. No bridges to Tampa Bay. Priced right at $299,000. Call Barry Gould, 941-448-5500. Island Vacation Properties.
EXQUISITE 1BR/1BA TRAILER near Bridge Street. Large deck overlooking Intracoastal Waterway, Bradenton Beach. By appointment, 941-778-2720.
REMODELED 4BR/2BA HOME with marina facilities and community pool. $99,500. Realtor, 941-356-1456. Real Estate Mart.
FREE BRAND NEW kayak with your purchase of Perico Bay Club 2BR/2BA furnished villa. Kayak storage and launch in your backyard. Many other amenities. Call Realtor, 941-356-1456. Real Estate Mart.
IRONWOOD CONDO: $62,000. 1BR/1.5BA. Many upgrades. 55-plus community. Overlooks golf course. Clubhouse, exercise room, heated pool. Six miles to Anna Maria Island. 941-524-8969.