Happy Mother's Day!

From our family to yours,

Have a wonderful Mother's Day!

John R Wood Island Real Estate Performance!

Deal with the leader in Sanibel and Captiva real estate, John R Wood Island Real Estate!

At the end of the 2012 first quarter John R Wood Island Real Estate was up 77% in volume - outperforming the Board by 55%! Also, the John R Wood office was up 27% in sales made - outperforming all other agents by 16%.

Team Petel, a proud member of John R Wood Island Real Estate office, wants to represent you in your next real estate transaction. Contact John Petel today 239-560-4960, email teampetel@msn.com or Click Here to visit our website.

Open Houses!

Friday, Saturday and Monday! Open Houses! Tour these lovely homes:

1477 Albatross Road, Sanibel. Located in the beautiful community of The Dunes this home has been expanded and renovated. 4 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms. Newer cage and screen. Pool and spa. Backyard retreat overlooking conservation land. $624,500. Click Here to link directly to this home for more information.
OPEN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. ON FRIDAY 5/11, SATURDAY 5/12 AND MONDAY 5/14


1516 Angel Drive, Sanibel. Beautiful canal home in a fabulous community. Located on a wide and deep canal with direct access to San Carlos Bay offering a boater's dream! 80 foot dock, 16,000# lift and amp service. Updated kitchen with granite, fresh and bright, pool, top floor master retreat! Click Here to link directly to this home for more information.
OPEN 1 P.M. - 4 P.M. ON SATURDAY 5/12 AND MONDAY 5/14.

What's Upcoming On The Islands - Join The Fun!

• JN Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge offers free family education programs June 4th - August 15th. For more information on the refuge summer programs, call 239-472-1100 or Click Here to link directly to the Ding Darling Society website.

• BIG ARTS hosts summer arts camp. Camper enrollment is now being accepted for weekly sessions beginning in June. For information on registration or to become a member of BIG ARTS visit the office at 900 Dunlop Rd, call 239-395-0900, email info@BIGARTS.org or Click Here to link directly to the BIG ARTS website. 

• The Sanibel Bicycle Club will host their annual Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 16 at Sanibel Community Park. For more information Click Here to visit the Ride of Silence website or call Patti Sousa, event coordinator and past president, at 239-395-1695.

• Lakes Regional Park in Fort Myers will be hosting a variety of activities in the park's gardens in celebration of National Public Gardens Day on Friday, may 11 from 5:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and to download a free parking voucher Click Here to visit the Lakes Park website. 

• Lee County Parks & Recreation is offering free parking at many of its sites on May 13 to commemorate the county's 125th anniversary. The department is also launching an online quiz that could land a few lucky winners prizes and year-round free access to parks and preserves. For more information on parking or the quiz Click Here or call 239-533-7275. Click Here for a schedule of events throughout 2012 as well as a recommended reading list, historical photo gallery, trivia questions and more.

• BIG ARTS presents Gulfshore Ballet's Spring Showcase on Sunday, May 20 beginning at 4 p.m. Click Here to visit the BIG ARTS website for more event information. To purchase tickets, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road on Sanibel, or call the Marks Box Office at 239-395-0900.

As you can see, there is always something exciting happening on the islands of Sanibel & Captiva, as well as Southwest Florida. Join in the fun!

Feature Property!

Tour this lovely end unit, attached villa. Located in the desirable community of Cypress Lake Country Club Estates. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with a 2 car garage. Over 1400 sq ft. Perfect retirement property, second home or lovely Florida residence! Great location! Call John at 239-560-4960 for a showing. This is a short sale and subject to lender approval.

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This Week's Recipe - YUM!

From Eat MORE of What You Love by Marlene Koch which provides low calorie, low fat, low sugar recipes that still TASTE GREAT!

Creamy Ranch Slaw - Makes 8 servings

Ingredients:

Dressing
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup low-fat milk
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salad
6 cups shredded green cabbage
3 stalks celery, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1. For the dressing, whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
2. For the slaw, in a large bowl, combine the cabbage, celery and carrots. Pour dressing over the salad and toss. Add parsley and toss lightly once more.

Tips: The creamy, crunchy texture of this salad is best when freshly dressed. The salad mix can be made up to one day in advance and held in the refrigerator. The dressing can be made up to 3 hours before serving. Once you toss the salad with the dressing, it's best to serve it within 2 hours.

Nutrition Information per Serving (3/4 cup): Calories 60 / Carbohydrates 8g (Sugars 4g) / Total Fat 4g (Sat fat .5g) / Protein 2g / Fiber 2g / Cholesterol 5mg / Sodium 240mg / Food Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat / Carbohydrate Choices: 1/2 / Weight Watcher Point Comparison: 2

ENJOY!

Feature Property

Call John today to schedule an appointment for viewing this beautiful canal home! With direct access to San Carlos Bay, this home is situated on a wide and deep canal. 80 foot dock with a lift for a 16,000# boat and amp service. Dock up and relax by the pool! Or retreat to your top floor private master suite. Updated kitchen with granite, fresh and bright!

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