July/August 2003

FEATURES

Summertime Gardening / By Julie Clay
Common wisdom says that everything grows in Florida, but experienced gardeners know it takes a special touch in the summer heat.

West Nile Virus / By Barbara Linstrom-Arnold
Since invading the United States a few short years ago, the mosquito-borne West Nile virus has quickly made its way across the country and into Southwest Florida.

Hurricane Hoopla / By Jill Tyler
Every year, coastal Floridians brace for hurricane season, but it's been decades since Southwest Florida has been hit. How great is the threat to this region?

Epicurious / By David Grant
A list of Southwest Florida restaurants describing their unique features, type of food and location.


DEPARTMENTS

Masthead

Editorial

Gulf Coast Grins

Making Waves
Celebrating Islanders

Coastal Commerce

The Arts
Art League of Bonita Springs, By Janina Birtolo

Habitats
Building on Principles, By Jill Tyrer

Outdoors
Ladies Are Fishing, By Debbie Hanson


Getaways
The Islands of Saba and Statia, By Roberta Sotonoff

Cuisine
Dockside Dining at Pine Island, By Barbara Linstrom-Arnold

Finds
Getting Fired Up for Grilling Season, By Julie Clay

Concierge
Rain Keeping You from the Beach?

Calendar
Where to Go and What to Do in Southwest Florida

Island Journal
A Diary of Everyday Life in Paradise