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Contents Calendar ................................................................. 4 Boating & Fishing.....................................................5-7 Family Fun ........................................................... 8-9 Shopping .......................................................... 10-13 Home and Garden ................................................. 14 Books and More .................................................... 15 Real Estate & Services ..................................... 16-17 RV Parks and Services................................................18 Services.......................................................................19 Antiques ................................................................20 Galleries ........................................................... 21-23 Restaurants ...................................................... 24-26 Grown Up Fun............................................................27 Seafood and Specialties..............................................28 Port Aransas .................................................... 29-30 Pet Care ............................................................ .....30 ABOUT the COVER: Native Texan, Lorrie Harrington has always been fascinated by glass. After 20 years of working with glass, Lorrie and her husband Rex, moved to Rockport and opened the Niche Glass Art Gallery. She shared her love of glass by giving classes for ten years, then sold the gallery to concentrate on her personal art. Her one-of-a-kind custom stained glass windows, doors, lamps, mosaic mirrors and even a mosaic kitchen enhance homes and businesses throughout the US. Her work has been featured in the "Aransas Artists for Nature" publication. Lorrie continues to grow in her art, expanding to include natural stone, fused glass, semi-precious stones and unique found objects in her art glass pieces. www.WindwayGallery.com or call Lorrie 361-205-0722 or the gallery 361-790-8331

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DOLPHIN ENCOUNTERS Join Captains Gary and Sue aboard the Kohootz (and coming soon the Kohootz Cloud Dancer 49 passenger) touring boat bringing “Happy Families together with Happy Dolphins” since 2002! Trip Advisor awarded Kohootz 2016 “Best Boat Tour”. After 14 years, they have moved off the island and now have their own building and dock location at 506 Bigelow St in Aransas Pass, Tx 78336. Climate controlled cabins and huge viewing decks will delight you with year round “Coastal Class Yacht Tours.” Select a day to leave the world behind, as you travel the controlled waterways of Aransas Pass and Port Aransas for a two hour narrated Dolphin Encounter and Lighthouse Boat Tour. Memories are made around every turn as you travel with Dolphin Families as they enjoy their free and natural environment; travel, play with their babies and catch fish to eat. For the moment you will be one with dolphins. The tours continue to the Lydia Ann lighthouse, passing Texas shrimp boat fleets, WWII shipwreck and St. Joe Island. A great experience for all ages! Bring cell phones, tablets... record your own live dolphin video to share on Facebook (your friends will love you). Capture every breath taking moment! Your children can use video for educational school projects. Group charters up to 49 passengers are welcome. Reservations are a must! Visit on line at www.Kohootz or call 361-779-3188 local or toll free 866-564-6689 RON HOOVER RV & MARINE invites you to stop by and look over their complete lines of boats made for fishing and fun! Featuring NauticStar, Fat Cat, Epic, Cape Horn, Carolina Skiff and Hurricane Deck Boats with Evinrude, Yamaha and Suzuki power. Ron Hoover is the motorized and towable RV specialist with Keystone, Forest River, Heartland, Crossroads and more. For over 30 years the good folks at Ron Hoover have served the RV & marine community. Let the experienced staff help you spend some quality time either on the road with their full line of quality RV’s and 5th wheels, or on the bays and Gulf. This is the premier service and sales center in south Texas with more than 9000 sq. ft. devoted to parts and service. Stop in and visit! www.RonHoover.com Just off the bypass at 1510 W. Market in Rockport. 361-729-9695

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BAY CHARTERS invites you to explore the back bays and flats Texas style. Whether you are new to saltwater fishing or an experienced fisherman looking for some famous Rockport action, you will have a great day on the water. Everything is provided. Capt. Frank Houser has more than 30 years experience guiding in the Rockport area and knows how to make your trip a memorable one. Redfish and trout trips are a specialty aboard a Majek skiff or custom airboat. Seasonal Duck Hunts, and fish/hunt combo trips arranged. www.RockportFishingCharters.com Call for outdoor report and reservations--and be sure to leave your area code! cell: 361-229-2527 or 361-729-8237

LOCAL FISHING & DUCK HUNTING GUIDES have been raised in Rockport and know these bays as their own backyard. They know what bait and location to fish according to the tides, season, temperatures and winds. Many are second generation Guides! Book a memorable trip fishing, duck hunting during the season or both with one of these Captains and you will not be disappointed. Danny Adams 442-4044 Todd Adams 765-9440 Jon Gatlin 205-1277 John Johnson 790-6458 Austin Nesloney 230-2736 Justin Nesloney 230-2737 Mike Patterson 463-6007 Brett Phillips 510-5894 Dylan Ramzinsky 455-0510

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KEY ALLEGRO MARINA is one of the few marinas in the country to receive Quimby’s Cruising Guides’ highest rating of Five Anchors. Awarded the Texas Marina of the Year, the marina complex offers complete services with restaurant and bar, showers, laundry, full service fuel dock offering quality ValvTect fuels, ship’s store, and pump station. Covered and uncovered slips are available, some with electric lifts. Transient slips are available, but popular ... call ahead for reservations. Boaters and fishermen will find most maintenance needs and weekend comforts in the ship store along with essential marine supplies--tackle, fuel, ice, bait, charts, clothing ... including fishing T’s, Sperry Topsiders, Tommy Bahama, Hook and Tackle, Bamboo Cay Sportswear, and Maui Jim sunglasses. Located at 37 Mazatlan, just off Bayshore in Key Allegro. www.KeyAllegroMarina.com Open daily in the summer and closed Monday during winter. 361-729-8264 NEW RANCH OUTFITTERS provides an outdoor experience for the whole family and memories for a lifetime! They are located in the northern end of the South Texas Brush Country. Whether you are looking to harvest your first deer, hog, turkey or javalina or your best animal to date, they would love to make it happen for you! Under strict game management the 3892 acres New ranch with 300 acres of river bottom in Whitsett and the 2800 acre Fannin ranch of coastal prarie and river bottom in Victoria are currently at Level 3 of the MLD Program. They can accomidate individuals or large groups with exceptional personal service, abundant animals and will design hunts around your style of hunting, whether it be brush or river bottom. To book your trip see their website at www.NewRanchOutfitters.com. or contact Chris Bethune at 361-8760028 or Rick Myers at 361-850-0880

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AQUARIUM AT ROCKPORT HARBOR is located just behind the Rockport Center for the Arts at the edge of the harbor. The Aquarium is a great place for the whole family to visit and learn about their unique coastal environment. Different tanks hold crabs, red drum, seahorses and much more. You will see what is common in the waters surrounding Live Oak Peninsula as well as a few surprises, such as, Marley, the honeycomb eel and the lionfish. Marley really enjoys swimming around his tank for visitors. It’s almost as though he is showing off! The Education Center, offers movies and activities. There are nautical artifacts, shell collections as well as an Aquarium store where souvenirs may be purchased. The Aquarium is open to the public, free of charge year round daily from 1 PM. till 4 PM. Closed Tues. and Wed. Also pet friendly. The Aquarium is also available for special tours by request. Get involved! Become a Member of the Aquarium or become a Volunteer. Friend them on Facebook! For more information visit on line at www.RockportAquarium.com ...Admission is FREE! 4 THE BIRDS YOUR SOUTH TEXAS BIRDING HEADQUARTERS invites their birding friends to visit them in downtown Rockport. This is a cool stop for those birders exploring the area. Books and identifiers for birders, updated information about birding tours and trips, bird houses and martin houses, bird feeders of all kinds and much more, including unique birding gifts, wind socks, flags, whirly things and colorful kites! Featured are Dovie Howard’s popular hand painted and embroidered wearable art with bird motifs on Ts, totes and caps. Enjoy the birding photography of Diane Loyd whose images of Rockport birding are in many collections. This unique mother and daughter artist team invites you to enjoy all things birding. Visit on line at www.SaltflatsPhotography.com Find them downtown at 415 South Austin St. #10 in Rockport. 361-790-9700 THE HISTORIC CENTER FOR ARANSAS COUNTY is the blue Victorian style house located at 801 Cedar St. in old Rockport. Come by and you will learn some interesting history of our area. Every 1st Saturday of the month meet at the Gazebo for a plant exchange weather permiting. The exhibit now showing is the Art Colonyin Aransas County. Please check their website often for up and coming shows. Open Friday and Saturday from 10AM to 2PM. Like them on Facebook and see their website at www.AransasHistoryCenter.com THE GIFT SHOP at Rockport Center for the Arts sells original, handmade gifts crafted by local member artists. Shoppers can find a variety of jewelry, pottery, textiles, prints, seasonal merchandise and more. Proceeds from sales sustain and nurture the charming coastal community of Rockport. The gift shop is located adjacent to the main gallery. Stop by and pick out a one-of-a-kind masterpiece today! Admission to the Art Center is free, and the gift shop is open during gallery hours, Tuesday through Saturday from 10-4pm and Sundays from 1-4pm. 361-729-5519 DOLPHIN ENCOUNTERS Join Captains Gary and Sue aboard the Kohootz. Since 2002 Kohootz has been bringing together “Happy Families with Happy Dolphins!” After 14 years they have moved off the island and now have their own building and dock location at 506 Bigelow St in Aransas Pass, Tx 78336. With another new boat coming, Kohootz Cloud Dancer 49 passanger, you delight in their year round “Coastal Class Yacht Tours.” Join them for a two hour narrated Dolphin Encounter and Lighthouse Boat Tour. A great experience for all ages! Memories are made around every turn as you travel with Dolphin Families as they enjoy their free and natural environment; travel, play with their babies and catch fish to eat. For the moment you will be one with dolphins. The tour continues to the Lydia Ann lighthouse, passing Texas shrimp boat fleets, WWII shipwreck and St. Joe Island. Capture every breath taking moment! Bring cell phones, tablets ...record your own live dolphin video to share on your Facebook. Your children can use video for educational school projects. Group charters are welcome. Bring cameras, coolers, drinks and snacks. Reservations are a must! They are TOP RATED by Trip Advisor! Visit on line at www.Kohootz or call 361-779-3188 local or toll free 866-564-6689 SEA & SPRAY has everything you need to get the best out of Rockport with top brands, hot designs and current fashion in shorts, T’s and sunglasses. Men’s casual shirts, long and short sleeve T’s and a full line swim wear for men and women from names like QUIKSILVER, BILLABONG, HURLEY, ROXY and SALT LIFE are featured. Ladies and girls, this is the best selection of swim wear in town with sizes from juniors to ladies 16! Don carries the largest inventory of SANUK sandals in the area! plus a great selection of quality REEF sandals perfect for lounging year ‘round. LIQUID FORCE wakeboards, towable tubes, ropes, ski vests and accessories. Is the sun blinding you? Owner Don Kimbroough has the answer. OAKLEY and VON ZIPPER sunglasses will make your eyes say ahh! So if you enjoy the coast, whether it’s sunning, surfing, wakeboarding or just styling--stop here. Check out their face book site, Sea and Spray, for new stock and sales! Across from Rockport Bakery Cafe at 202 Hwy 35 N., Rockport. 729-3532 Page 8

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USS LEXINGTON This WWII era aircraft is a National Historic Landmark and one of the top attractions in Texas. And at 910 feet, 33,000 tons and 16 decks, she’s huge! Five self guided tours take you from the Flight and Hangar Decks down to crew living areas and Engine Room. The 3D Mega Theatre, Flight Simulator and Virtual Battle Stations add to the fun and interactive experience. Wear comfy shoes and plan to spend several hours on this historic ship. Open daily at 9AM on North Beach in Corpus Christi (closed Christmas and Thanksgiving days) with Ship’s store, Mess deck and most areas air-conditioned. www.USSLexington.com 800-LADY-LEX

ROCKPORT CENTER FOR THE ARTS currently in it’s 47th year of operation, is located in the blue Victorian house at Rockport Harbor near Rockport Beach Park. Sophisticated gallery spaces and a world-class sculpture garden featuring works by Kent Ullberg and the late Jesus Moroles accentuate the Art Center, making it one of the most prestigious showcases for fine art in South Texas. The many activities of the Art Center draw over thirty-thousand visitors per year. In the spring, the Tour of Homes allows visitors and patrons to see some of the most unique residences on the Texas coast. In the summer, the Rockport Art Festival is the place to be July 4th weekend. More than 10,000 people attend each year to enjoy music, food and artwork from 120 of the best artists from around the country. Early in November, the Rockport Film Festival entertains audiences with the best of independent cinema from Texas and around the world. Aspiring artists can signup for workshops and classes and receive mentoring from established local artists. Children can enjoy free, high caliber art instruction yearround, including summer camp-ArtLink. and Free Family Saturdays during the school year. There is something for everyone at the Art Center! Visit www.RockportArtCenter.com for more information. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10-4pm and Sundays from 14pm. ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! 361-729-5519 www.rockport-guide.com

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MAGNOLIA’S is an absolute must go to store! Miss Donna T. has a combination of both new and antique treasures. She has some of the most unique furniture pieces and decorator items including lamps, pillows, dinner ware, crytal, artwork, pretties and so much more. Come often as her stock is ever changing and you will be sure to find items that speak to you. They are Open Monday-Tuesday 11-5pm, Closed Wednesday, Open ThursdaySaturday 11-5pm and Sunday 12-4pm. Located at 1015 E. Concho in downtown Rockport 361-450-1384 COMFORTS of HOME is Rockport’s comfortable and stylish showcase for casual coastal living. Featured are hip new clothing lines for women and juniors. Shop their exclusive line of finely finished painted Indonesian furniture, which in newly constructed with a distressed vintage feel, as well as hand-picked accent from fun to functional. Original artwork by artist Dale Bunting and Wimberly artist Robin Renee Hix accent a wide range of home and entertaining accessories that including fanciful table settings, casual stemware, candles, lighting and unique table linens. All natural fiber area rugs could be the perfect room accent! Discover kitchen gadgets, fine French soaps, Indian cotton bedding and luxurious botanical bath products. Stop in and see why south Texas is talking about Comforts of Home! Check out their web site at www.ComfortsOfHomeTexas.com Downtown Rockport at 103 S. Austin. Call for store hours. 361-727-1471 SEA & SPRAY has everything you need to get the best out of Rockport with top brands, hot designs and current fashion in shorts, T’s and sunglasses. Men’s casual shirts, long and short sleeve T’s and a full line swim wear for men and women from names like QUIKSILVER, BILLABONG, HURLEY, ROXY and SALT LIFE are featured. Ladies and girls, this is the best selection of swim wear in town with sizes from juniors to ladies 16! Don carries the largest inventory of SANUK sandals in the area! plus a great selection of quality REEF sandals perfect for lounging year ‘round. LIQUID FORCE wakeboards, towable tubes, ropes, ski vests and accessories. Is the sun blinding you? Owner Don Kimbroough has the answer. OAKLEY and VON ZIPPER sunglasses will make your eyes say ahh! So if you enjoy the coast, whether it’s sunning, surfing, wakeboarding or just styling--stop here. Check out their face book site, Sea and Spray, for new stock and sales! Across from Rockport Bakery Cafe at 202 Hwy 35 N., Rockport. 729-3532 MAISON is your full service Design, Gift and Gourmet store for the entire Coastal Bend. Custom service is a priority ... Come in and browse their new welcoming beautiful location full of gift and design ideas. Enjoy the store while the helpful staff answers any questions and shares what’s new. Designer and Managing Partner Steve Akin would love to talk to you about your individual design ideas and needs. Maison can provide you with Architectural and building plans for your new and remodel building projects. Use the huge library of fabrics for your reupholstering, window treatments, bedding and other fabric projects. Custom furnishings, flooring and custom lighting from dozens of exciting sources can help you turn your ideas into reality. Steve Akin invites you to experience the world of Maison. Be sure and register with Maison for Gift and Bridal registry online or at the store. View them at Maison et Jardin on www.Houzz.com and shop online at www.MaisonRockport.com. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. Downtown Rockport at 414 S. Austin St. 361-729-3999 Page 10

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LA PALMERA SHOPPING DISTRICT is Corpus Christi’s 80-acre premiere shopping and leisure destination. La Palmera, the 1-million-square-foot super regional mall and The Shops at La Palmera, a 230,000 square-foot center conveniently located across from La Palmera, offer more than 130 shopping and dining options. La Palmera features popular national retailers and specialty shops including Dillard’s, JCPenny, Macy’s, Michael Kors, Oakley, Tilly’s and Victoria’s Secret and dining at PFChang’s China Bistro, LongHorn Steakhouse, Chili’s Grill and Bar and Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, plus a 600-seat food court. Retail and dining at the Shops at La Palmera include Dick’s Sporting Goods, DSW Shoe Warehouse, T.J.Maxx, HomeGoods and Jared The Galleria of Jewelers, as well as Chipolte Mexican Grill and Corner Bakery Cafe. Free parking, including a covered garage, plus valet parking seven days a week at the mall’s main entrance. For more information go to HYPERLINK “http:/ www.lapalmera.com”, visit them on Facebook or call 361-991-5718 JEANIE’S JEWELS is an exciting gallery of handmade beaded jewelry with wonderful added finds and treasures. Discover unusual glass, Swarovski crystal, gemstones, seed beads, turquoise, coral and freshwater pearls along with all the supplies you possibly need or want for making your own custom jewelry. They now carry a complete line of TOHO beads. Sterling silver is a specialty along with all the tools for crafting beaded jewelry. Classes are offered for those wanting to get in on the fun. Dynamic, Rockport friendly, and definitely full of glittering surprises! Check here for jewelry repairs for your beaded treasures. Owner Jeanie Lofgren invites you to stop in and visit. Downtown at 115 N. Austin in Rockport. Open daily. 729-1155

TNJ TREASURES is Rockport’s newest eclectic shop on 404 South Austin Street in the Rockport Hertitage district. Antiques, Vintage decor and furniture are just some of the treasures you can find in their store. They also carry a wide variety of Coastal, Rustic and Shabby Chic furniture and decor. You will be delighted with original oil paintings and other various works of art, lamps, china, new and antique jewelry and much more! Come see them for their unique decorating accessories. The shop carries a great line of hand crafted salsa’s, barbeque sauces and jellies. Join them for a taste testing every Saturday; you don’t want to miss!! Their inventory is ever changing so plan to shop often. Take advantage of their in-house interior decorator who is available on Thursdays and Fridays. Open: Thursday through Monday 10:30am to 5:30pm. Visit their website at TNJTreasures.net or give them a call at 361-450-1086 A MANO has moved next door and is twice the size now with twice the shopping possibilities!! Plan to spend some time and have some fun. Amano brings a bit of old Mexico to the coast with a colorful array of quality hand crafted folk art, home accessories and authentic hand embroidered blouses and dresses. Enter a whimsical world of mermaids and dancing Day of the Dead figures along with famous Talavera ceramics. Home decor includes wardrobes, tables and chairs and hand carved saints. There is a rainbow of glassware and festive table settings along with textiles, and one of a kind serving pieces. Everything is hand made and hand picked by owner Deb Trumpy. Embroidered bags, silver jewelry and corn husk flowers are just part of the offerings in this all new and coastal colorful shop. Stop in and explore for yourself! Open daily from 10 AM til 5 PM and til 6 PM on weekends. Closed Monday and Tuesday. On-line at www.Amano-Mexico.com and located at 1812 Hwy 361 in suite A in Port Aransas. 361-749-1828

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TURQUOISE EAGLE invites you to look over their quality Native American jewelry, pottery, artifacts and accessories. When possible, they obtain work directly from the artist and families, so the selection of work is unique, changing and there are many one of a kind pieces. Works include Navajo, Zuni fetishes and crarvings, Mata Ortiz pottery and Pueblo art. There are affordable earrings, bracelets, money clips, rings, necklaces, pendants and key holders. A wonderful selection of authentic Navajo and Pueblo pottery is showcased. A full assortment of smudging and loose ceremony items are available with feathers for dispersing the smoke offering, a variety of incense and incense burners. They also carry a great selection of Native American flutes, drums and vocal CDs. Featured are handcrafted and signed wood flutes by Native American artist Daniel Bigaye. Expert in Native American jewelry cleaning and restoration. 1005 E. Main Street Suite 3 in historic downtown Rockport 361-729-0575

GOLDEN NEEDLES & QUILTS has gained a wide reputation for having the absolute largest selection of fabric in the area. This is the place for creative sewing types! Owner Jeanne Bueltel invites you to stop in and find all of your stitching and sewing needs, including quilt kits, patterns and threads. Their fabrics can be used for quilting, home decor and wearables. These include exciting cotton theme fabrics, children, holiday collections and hand-dyed batiks. They have the largest coastal print collection on the coast as well as great textures of flannel and fireside for those comfy quilt projects. For the clothing designer they also have a great collection of rayon batiks, cotton voile and linen. Authorized dealer for JANOME sewing machines. Come in and demo their most popular models. Take advantage of their new larger classroom and receive a discount off entire purchase while there including their sewing machines. Beginning to advanced sewing and quilting classes are available. Let them know when you or your group is visiting Rockport and they will schedule classes that interest you. Friendly, helpful and fun! Open everyday but Sunday; Visit Jeanne’s online news section for seasonal hours and dates for the COASTAL SHOP HOP in August. Located 701 N. Allen, across from Rockport Beach Park. Check out their new website at www.SewByTheBay.net 361-729-7873 NANCY’S A Unique Boutique is Rockport’s newest downtown woman’s boutique carrying brands you could previously only find in the big cities. Joseph Ribkoff, Sympli, Krista Lee, Simon Sebbag, Johnny Was and Liverpool Jeans just to name a few. Now they are also carrying Brighten and Vera Bradley. You can find your complete outfit here as they carry clothing, jewelry, shoes, scarves and sunglasses. NEST frangrance candles can also be found here. Book a “Shopping Party” for you and your friends. Call for details. Follow them on Facebook. Open Tues-Sat 10am to 5pm. 501 S. Austin Street in Rockport 361-790-5505 A BEAUTIFUL FIND owned by Jody Gilbert, is one of the newest Antique Shops in the Historic District of Rockport. Her life-long antique experience shows in her eclectic style. Everything from fine heirloom furniture to artwork, china, glassware, clothing, jewelry is waiting for your selection. You will find the unique, unusual and one-of-a-kind here at 1003 E. Concho from 115pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 12-4pm. Sunday. Closed Wednesday. Feel free to call 361-704-5125 ROCKPORT POOL SUPPLIES & GIFTS carries a large variety of top of the line pool chemicals and parts to durable and fun pool toys and floats. They carry brands such as Regal, SeaKlear, Hayward, Pentair, Polaris, Aqua Cloud and more. Don’t forget to check out their large gift section, including metal artwork, Talavera, wine glasses, Pajamas and many more items you will want to gift yourself! They pride themselves on excellent quality service and also offer corporate accounts. This is your one stop shop for all your pool and spa needs. Open Monday-Saturday 9:30AM to 4:30PM located at 2828 Hwy 35 N in the Harbor Oaks Shopping Center. Visit their website at www.RockportPoolSupplies.com or call 361-450-0893 Page 12

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THE BEAD STUDIO Kathleen Hahn Ober welcomes you to Rockport’s newest bead shop. The bead studio offers beaders a place to hang out, create and socialize with others who share their passion for beading. They provide everything you need for your jewery and apparel designs. Offering an eclectic unique selection of beads from Czech glass, gemstones, Swarovski crystal, Delica beads, seed beads, African Trade beads to shells, coral and pearls. They also carry a wide range of findings and supplies. Bring your lunch, snacks and/or a bottle of wine and enjoy Kathleen’s comfortable studio atmosphere with your friends. Open Monday through Saturday 9am-5pm. She is located at 812 Henderson St. in Live Oak Plaza West. Check her web page often for Classes and Events at www.BeadStudioTexas.com and Facebook.com/BeadStudioTexas or call Kathleen at 361-450-1400 4 THE BIRDS invites their birding friends to visit them in downtown Rockport and enjoy the birding photography of Diane Loyd whose images of Rockport birding are in many collections. Home of the famous Whooping Crane photos ... This is South Texas wild bird headquarters and a cool stop for those birders exploring the area. Canvas and prints are available of both wildlife and marine images. This unique mother and daughter artist team invites you to enjoy all things birding. Featured are Dovie Howard’s popular hand painted and embroidered wearable art with bird motifs on Ts, totes and caps along with unique birding gifts, wind socks, flags, whirly things and colorful kites! Visit on line at www.DianeLoyd.com Find them downtown at 415 South Austin St. #9 in Rockport. 361-790-9700 NEW BEGINNINGS “Your Favorite Store” in Rockport’s Heritage District is the place to go for great gifts, jewelry, candles, accessories and an unusual selection of home decor, lamps and room accents. Brilliant jewelry from John Medeiros, Mariana and many others! You’ll find great fashion items such as scarves, hand bags, purse accessories and “It’s A Girl Thing” T-shirts. They also have unique baby gifts, wonderful bath products by Crabtree & Evelyn and home fragrances from Aromatique, Trapp, Woodwick, Greenleaf and “Your Favorite Candle” all made in the USA! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter or sign up for our eblast at www.YourFavoriteStoreRockport.com Open every Mon-Sat 10am to 5pm and Sunday afternoons 12 til 4pm. 410 S. Austin Street in Rockport 361-729-8778

ATTITUDES & LATITUDES BOUTIQUE is a colorful necessity to your relaxed tropical life-style. There is an amazing assortment of real Hawaiian shirts by PACIFIC LEGEND and TORI RICHARD for the guys. Cool coastal fashions for the gals, including the latest from Lulu B, Krista Lee, and many more. They have added a new Children’s Corner! Carrying clothing from toddlers to teens with brands such as BONNIE JEAN, toys from SANDS ALIVE and JACKS, tote bags and much more! Come by and check it out! Enter a cool world of island music, Sanuk, flip flops, Corky’s, accessories and of course our Tee Shirts, MAGIC T’s, OLD GUYS RULE and many others. This is a shop for the whole family to browse. Almost everything here is Made in the U.S.A. If you are heading for the beach, or just hanging out at the beach house, this is your coastal headquarters! Now visit the Flop House inside Attitudes and Latitudes. Open daily. Located at 213 South Austin St. 361-729-6338 www.rockport-guide.com

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COMFORTS of HOME is Rockport’s comfortable and stylish showcase for casual coastal living. Featured are hip new clothing lines for women and juniors. Shop their exclusive line of finely finished painted Indonesian furniture, which in newly constructed with a distressed vintage feel, as well as hand-picked accent from fun to functional. Original artwork by artist Dale Bunting and Wimberly artist Robin Renee Hix accent a wide range of home and entertaining accessories that including fanciful table settings, casual stemware, candles, lighting and unique table linens. All natural fiber area rugs could be the perfect room accent! Discover kitchen gadgets, fine French soaps, Indian cotton bedding and luxurious botanical bath products. Stop in and see why south Texas is talking about Comforts of Home! Check out their web site at www.ComfortsOfHomeTexas.com Downtown Rockport at 103 S. Austin. Call for store hours. 361-727-1471 ROCKPORT POOL SUPPLIES & GIFTS carries a large variety of top of the line pool chemicals and parts to durable and fun pool toys and floats. They carry brands such as Regal, SeaKlear, Hayward, Pentair, Polaris, Aqua Cloud and more. Don’t forget to check out their large gift section, including metal artwork, Talavera, wine glasses, Pajamas and many more items you will want to gift yourself! They pride themselves on excellent quality service and also offer corporate accounts. This is your one stop shop for all your pool and spa needs. Open Monday-Saturday 9:30AM to 4:30PM located at 2828 Hwy 35 N in the Harbor Oaks Shopping Center. Visit their website at www.RockportPoolSupplies.com or call 361-450-0893

MAISON is your full service Design, Gift and Gourmet store for the entire Coastal Bend. Custom service is a priority ... Come in and browse their new welcoming beautiful location full of gift and design ideas. Enjoy the store while the helpful staff answers any questions and shares what’s new. Designer and Managing Partner Steve Akin would love to talk to you about your individual design ideas and needs. Maison can provide you with Architectural and building plans for your new and remodel building projects. Use the huge library of fabrics for your reupholstering, window treatments, bedding and other fabric projects. Custom furnishings, flooring and custom lighting from dozens of exciting sources can help you turn your ideas into reality. Steve Akin invites you to experience the world of Maison. Be sure and register with Maison for Gift and Bridal registry online or at the store. View them at Maison et Jardin on www.Houzz.com and shop online at www.MaisonRockport.com. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. Downtown Rockport at 414 S. Austin St. 361-729-3999 MOORE THAN FEED feels just like your hometown farm and ranch store should, with friendly faces and genuine interest in your animals and your garden projects. Tack, hats, gloves, Circle E candles, Corinthian wind chimes, Kinetic Spinner Art, Primatives by Kathy Signs are featured along with Mexican pots for patio or planting. Not just for the family pets, this is a great source for local gardening information. Go organic! Green thumb types will find seeds, starts, bedding plants, home and garden potting soils, fertilizers and soil conditioners. Large selection of organic and natural insecticides and fertilizers for local pests like mosquitos, fleas, flies and woolly worms. If you are planning a pond, or trying to care for one, there are ornamental accents and bio-friendly treatments for water and fish to keep your pond healthy ... Look at the “disapearing water” fountains. Explore the special outside landscaped area and you will see actual vegetable and ornamental plants that grow well in our south Texas climate. Stop in and visit! www.MooreThanFeed.com Mon.-Fri. 9 AM til 5:30 PM and 9 AM til 2 PM Saturday. 902 W. Market (FM 1069) between Hwy 35 business and the bypass. 729-4909 A MANO has moved next door and is twice the size now with twice the shopping possibilities!! Plan to spend some time and have some fun. Amano brings a bit of old Mexico to the coast with a colorful array of quality hand crafted folk art, home accessories and authentic hand embroidered blouses and dresses. Enter a whimsical world of mermaids and dancing Day of the Dead figures along with famous Talavera ceramics. Home decor includes wardrobes, tables and chairs and hand carved saints. There is a rainbow of glassware and festive table settings along with textiles, and one of a kind serving pieces. Everything is hand made and hand picked by owner Deb Trumpy. Embroidered bags, silver jewelry and corn husk flowers are just part of the offerings in this all new and coastal colorful shop. Stop in and explore for yourself! Open daily from 10 AM til 5 PM and til 6 PM on weekends. Closed Monday and Tuesday. On-line at www.Amano-Mexico.com and located at 1812 Hwy 361 in suite A in Port Aransas. 361-749-1828 MAGNOLIA’S is an absolute must go to store! Miss Donna T. has a combination of both new and antique treasures. She has some of the most unique furniture pieces and decorator items including lamps, pillows, dinner ware, crystal, artwork, pretties and so much more. Come often as her stock is ever changing and you will be sure to find items that speak to you. They are Open Monday-Tuesday 11-5pm, Closed Wednesday, Open ThursdaySaturday 11-5pm and Sunday 12-4pm. Located at 1015 E. Concho in downtown Rockport 361-450-1384

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USED BOOK WAREHOUSE is a Rockport landmark and family owned since 1971 ... Just look for the big ugly yellow building on Hwy 35 N. in Fulton and find a treasure house of titles, old and new. There are thousands of books here, from “shoulda‘ read it in the eighth grade” classics to “ripped from today’s headlines” page burners. There is a huge inventory of used books here to serve the reading public in the area. Clean off your bookshelf ... trades are welcome, browsing is encouraged and almost all books are half-off the cover price ... or less. Color Copies, Copy and Fax services available. U-Haul trailer rental for big book purchases or cross country jaunts. (Special U-Haul line 7271529) Open daily from 9 AM and from 10 AM on Sunday. 3801 Hwy 35 N. FAX/PH. 361-729-0437 JEANIE’S JEWELS is an exciting gallery of handmade beaded jewelry with wonderful added finds and treasures. Discover unusual glass, Swarovski crystal, gemstones, seed beads, turquoise, coral and freshwater pearls along with all the supplies you possibly need or want for making your own custom jewelry. They now carry a complete line of TOHO beads. Sterling silver is a specialty along with all the tools for crafting beaded jewelry. Classes are offered for those wanting to get in on the fun. Dynamic, Rockport friendly, and definitely full of glittering surprises! Check here for jewelry repairs for your beaded treasures. Owner Jeanie Lofgren invites you to stop in and visit. Downtown at 115 N. Austin in Rockport. Open daily. 729-1155

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GULF SHORE FINANCE With more than 30 years as both a mortgage broker and a real estate broker, Linda will go to work for you and research products custom fit to your specific residential loan needs. Put your mortgage in the hands of an experienced professional. For your personalized Pre-Qualification consultation, stop by the office in the Fulton Pointe Professional Building on the Beach Road near the entrance to Key Allegro. Linda specializes in both conforming and jumbo lending, Government, construction loans, USDA and lot loans ... We will get it done! 621 S. Fulton Beach Rd. Suite 150. Cell: 361-7903862 Office: 361-727-1234 LUCE PROPERTIES / KEY ALLEGRO COASTAL has over 200 years of waterfront sales and rental real estate experience on Key Allegro and in Rockport. Whether you are looking to buy, vacation rent, or an owner seeking property management these Realtors have the knowledge and experience to service your needs. For more information view their website at www.LucePropertiesOfRockport.com or www.LuceVacationRentals.com Office is located on beautiful Key Allegro at 1809 Bay Shore Drive in Rockport, Texas. 361-729-9161 ISLANDS OF ROCKPORT is Rockport’s newest canal-front community offering resident homesites ranging from 8,000 to 21,000 square feet located on the beautiful waters of Estes Flats. Buyers have the choice of building their own custom home or choosing from a selection of pre-designed elevations and floorplans offered in their Coastal Collection. The Coastal Collection’s architectural design guidelines provide flexible options that make it easy to customize your home, while being tastefully regulated to protect your investment. To learn more about Rockport’s premier waterfront community, call or come by the sales office located on Business 35 just South of Rockport on Estes Flats. Visit them on-line and schedule a tour at www.IslandsOfRockport.com or call 800-780-3750

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ELING COASTAL REAL ESTATE has opened their new beautiful COASTAL office in Rockport serving the Texas Coast. Eling Corporation’s Realtors, have served Texas for many years in listing and selling of Residential, Coastal, Farm and Ranch and Commercial properties. Eling’s realtors have the experience and knowlege to help achieve your real estate goals. Whether you are wanting to Buy or Sell, their knowlegable agents will be happy to work with you. To locate the property of you dreams, please feel free to drop by their office anytime to visit with their friendly, professional Realtors located at 1602 Hwy. 35 N. or go to their website at www.elingcoastal.com For more information call 361-729-3424 CINNAMON SHORE is a Traditional Seaside Village on the Texas Gulf Coast in Port Aransas where life is a bit Simpler and families make memories that last a lifetime! Every activity under the sun with the beach, pools, parks and stocked lakes. A walkable, bikeable gulf front community where you can also stroll to Lisabella’s Bistro & Bar and enjoy poolside lunchs at the CBar. Screen on the Green, stargazing and sand castle building add to the family fun! Luxury Vacation Rentals from 1-6 bedroom residences featuring homes and condos. Visit them at www.CinnamonShore.com. Call now and make vacation plans 361-749-1851 KEY ALLEGRO REAL ESTATE Key Allegro Rentals offers privately owned residences for weekend, short term or long term rentals. All properties are fully furnished and range from luxury homes to condominiums and most are on the water. Bring a good book, your fishing gear, bathing suit, sunscreen, a healthy appetite and a laid-back attitude to enjoy all that Rockport has to offer. Just over the Key Allegro Bridge at 1798 Bay Shore Dr. Visit on line at www.KeyAllegro.com Email: rentals@keyallegro.com, or call 361-729-2333 or 800-348-1627

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RON HOOVER RV & MARINE has been serving Texans for 30 years and invites you to look over their huge selection of motorized and towable RVs and boats. This is the premier service and sales center in south Texas with more than 9000 sq. ft. devoted to parts and service. Featuring such quality lines as Forest River, Heartland, Keystone, Winnebago, Crossroads and more. The experienced staff at Ron Hoover can help you spend some quality time either on the road with their full line of quality Travel Trailers and 5th wheels, or on the bays and Gulf. This is your recreation headquarters! Sales, service and volume pricing make this a must stop for the “on the road again” set. www.RonHoover.com Stop in and visit. Just off the bypass at 1510 W. Market in Rockport. 361-729-9695

BAHIA VISTA RV PARK & CAMPGROUND is one of the best year ‘round vacation spots on the peninsula. Located on the bluffs above Copano Bay, and on the site of one of the area’s first settlements, there are full hookups and pull-thru sites in the shade of beautiful old oaks. They also offer furnished cabins! The park features a clubhouse and game room with fireplace and a famous boardwalk down to the private fishing pier and boat area. Amenities include free WiFi at every site, cable TV, a seasonal pool, clean showers and a laundry room. Popular with summer vacationers and winter visitors both, the park is just minutes from Rockport and Fulton and all local attractions and services. Discover a unique setting in one of the Gulf Coast’s most charming communities! Located at 5801 Loop 1781 Rockport. Book your vacation spot at www.BahiaVistaRV.com or call 361-729-1226 DRIFTWOOD RV PARK is just three blocks from the bay in historic Fulton, nestled in the shady old live oaks. They have full hookups, pullthrough sites, an active clubouse, laundry room, showers and a pool make this a great stop for short or long stays any time of year. It is a winter Texan favorite, and the perfect Rockport summer vacation headquarters. Stop by and meet their managers Pat and Bill Moellendorf. They are Texas friendly and the kind of Park when you come for a visit you will want to stay a lifetime. Conveniently located on the corner of Hwy. 35 N. and Mesquite St. in Fulton and within walking distance to Fulton Beach Road restaurants and shopping. Groups welcome. 361-729-2452 THE LAST RESORT is centrally located in the heart of the Texas Coastal Bend and offers the perfect accommodations for any visit. Whether you are fishing in the calm, clear waters of the Texas Riviera or enjoying the other sights and sounds of the Gulf Coast community. Bring your RV or stay in their Cabins, Cottages or Motel. There is free high speed WI-FI, a gathering hall with full kitchen, on-site laundry facilities and large bath house. Each Cabin, Cottage and Motel room is equipped with kitchenware, linens, towels, etc. with many floor plans to choose from. The many oak trees provide privacy and shade. They are Pet Friendly with a small non-refundable deposit and all building are smoke-free. A stay at The Last Resort is the perfect way to end your busy day. See their website at www.RockportLastResort.com or call 361-727-1958 Page 18

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COASTAL COLLISION is Rockport’s brand new auto body repair shop. It is the greenest and most high-tech, high performance auto body repair shop in the Texas Coastal Region. They can work on all vehicles and accept all major auto insurance plans. Owner Russel Hrncir’s father and grandfather both had body and repair shops so Russel has grown up in the collision repair industry. Great repair work is done and in a timely fashion. You will be as pleased as I was with their polite knowledgable staff in a nicely decorated comfortable reception and waiting area. They also carry truck accessories such as bedliners, grille guards, tow/hitches, bumpers, tool boxes, bedcovers and winches. Visit their web site online at www.CoastalCollisionRockport.com Located at 2712 FM. 3036 just west of the bypass in Rockport. Call Russel or Autumn at 361-790-5997 ROCKPORT AUTO CLINIC should be first on your list if you have car problems or just need some maintenance. Tune ups and Oil changes, Computerized Diagnostics (for Domestics, European & Asian), AC and Electrical systems, Transmission flushes, Belts and Hoses, Engine Warning lights and much more. They are professional ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified mechanics with a friendly knowledgeable staff. Most jobs are same day service and their waiting area is clean and comfortable with WiFi. Ladies can feel secure in the fact that they are honest and will not be charging for unneeded work. They can provide “Car Care One” financing for those unexpected break downs and also have a complimentary shuttle service. Stop in and get acquainted. Conveniently located 210 E.Cornwall St. north of Market on Business Hwy. 35 behind the Shell Station. www.RockportAutoClinic.com 361-790-5055 ROCKPORT POOL SUPPLIES & GIFTS carries a large variety of top of the line pool chemicals and parts to durable and fun pool toys and floats. They carry brands such as Regal, SeaKlear, Hayward, Pentair, Polaris, Aqua Cloud and also have pool maintenance and repair service available. Don’t forget to check out their large gift section, including metal artwork, Talavera, wine glasses, Pajamas and many more items you will want to gift yourself! They pride themselves on excellent quality service and also offer corporate accounts. This is your one stop shop for all your pool and spa needs. Open Monday-Saturday 9:30AM to 4:30PM located at 2828 Hwy 35 N in the Harbor Oaks Shopping Center. Visit their website at www.RockportPoolSupplies.com or call 361-450-0893 ROCKPORT MAIL CENTER is not just a postal center; it has been Rockport’s business and shipping headquarters for 35+ years! Offering FedEx, DHL, UPS and USPS Services; they do more every day. The Friendly Experienced Staff will pack your shipment to ensure it arrives in great shape; whether it be Toys for the Grandkids, Grandma’s china or Fine Art! They have Private Mail Boxes with 24/ access, your shipping address for convenient package receiving, and can Forward your mail to where ever you are. They provide Notary, Copy, Fax, Scan, Print, Laminate, Typing, and Gift Wrap services. They carry US Postal Stamps and unique & humorous greeting cards. Use their convenient Computer Work Station (complete with MS Office, internet access and printers) to do some work or check your personal e-mail. Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 AM - 4:50 PM and Sat. from 9 AM - 12:50 PM. Located: 1919 Hwy 35 N. in Rockport. HYPERLINK “http:// www.RockportMailCenter.com” Web: www.RockportMailCenter.com Fax: 361-0924 Phone: 361-729-5353 GULF SHORE FINANCE With more than 30 years as both a mortgage broker and a real estate broker, Linda will go to work for you and research products custom fit to your specific residential loan needs. Put your mortgage in the hands of an experienced professional. For your personalized PreQualification consultation, stop by the office in the Fulton Pointe Professional Building on the Beach Road near the entrance to Key Allegro. Linda specializes in both conforming and jumbo lending, Government, construction loans, USDA and lot loans ... We will get it done! 621 S. Fulton Beach Rd. Suite 150. Cell: 361-790-3862 Office: 361-727-1234 www.rockport-guide.com

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GRAMMA’S ATTIC offers a cozy and fun place for antique hunters to travel a bit in time. Browse for quality antiques and collectibles and discover the perfect piece for your depression glass collection or that “must have” art deco accent for your home. Kitchenware, vintage pottery, quilted wall hangings, unique artwork, flatware, period jewelry and much more is waiting to be discovered here. Owner Dorothy Hardee is celebrating 10 years in business and invites you to stop in and visit ... offerings change constantly. Located at 415 S. Austin #3 in the Austin Street Station. Open from 10:30 but closed on Tuesdays and Sundays. 727-9190 HARCROW’S BLUEBONNET MALL is a favorite stop for antiquers, junkers, collectors and designers since 1982! Come spend the day shopping inside, outside and big barn out front. This is a changing potpourri of interesting collections with depression glass, jewelry, artwork, antiques, good furniture with a shady past and everything from sheet music to nautical curiosities. Books, tools, kitchen ware, yard art, bottles and old fishing tackle are here with collections, old toys and mementos of times past. Everything from DYI projects to restored and repurposed items ready to go. Also garden art projects by Caroline that your yard will love. Buy, sell, trade! The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. We have it ALL! Open from 10 AM daily; closed Wednesday. Look for the whimsical multicolored bicycle fence just off of Hwy 35 near the Big Fisherman. 729-1724

A BEAUTIFUL FIND owned by Jody Gilbert, is one of the newest Antique Shops in the Historic District of Rockport. Her life-long antique experience shows in her eclectic style. Everything from fine heirloom furniture to artwork, china, glassware, clothing, jewelry is waiting for your selection. You will find the unique, unusual and oneof-a-kind here at 1003 E. Concho from 11-5pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and 12-4pm. Sunday. Closed Wednesday. Feel free to call 361-704-5125 PAST GLORY ANTIQUES, Rockport’s unique antique shop brings you nostalgia of the past, artifacts of the coast and items to create western ambiance. Collectables galore, including militaria, Pez, Starwars, comics and more! This lovely store, located in downtown Rockport, is a must stop for anyone looking for unique items for the home. They have a good mix of small furniture, lamps, mirrors, pottery, gifts, prints, nauticals, glassware, tools, jewelry and the unusual. Collectors will enjoy finding just the right piece of jewelry, knives and lures for their collections. New items are added weekly. Past Glory is open TuesSat from 10am until 5pm. and is located at 1012 Wharf St. next to Frame of Mine and the Rockport Pilot. Call the shop at 361-463-6800

TNJ TREASURES is Rockport’s newest eclectic shop on 404 South Austin Street in the Rockport Hertitage district. Antiques, Vintage decor and furniture are just some of the treasures you can find in their store. They also carry a wide variety of Coastal, Rustic and Shabby Chic furniture and decor. You will be delighted with original oil paintings and other various works of art, lamps, china, new and antique jewelry and much more! Come see them for their unique decorating accessories. The shop carries a great line of hand crafted salsa’s, barbeque sauces and jellies. Join them for a taste testing every Saturday; you don’t want to miss!! Their inventory is ever changing so plan to shop often. Take advantage of their in-house interior decorator who is available on Thursdays and Fridays. Open: Thursday through Monday 10:30am to 5:30pm. Visit their website at TNJTreasures.net or give them a call at 361-450-1086 FOLLOW YOUR ART is one of downtown Rockport’s newest unique shops. Stuffed with antiques, gifts home and nautical decor and furniture; you are sure to be intrigued! This is a premier shop in Rockport for custom made chalk paint. Choose from the large variety of available colors or have a custom color mixed for your special project. Classes are taught weekly in chalk paint distressing techniques and tips, journal book making, or decoupage with free seminars once a month. Kids classes ages 8 and up are available every Wednesday and Thursday in a variety of arts and crafts. Visiting from out of town? Contact Follow Your Art to set up a personal class for your small group. Most classes are $25 per person and include all supplies. Check out their Facebook page for their newest merchandise, class schedules or to RSVP for a class. Visit the shop at 1012 E. North St. next door to Comforts of Home. Open Wednesday through Saturday 11:00-5:00. Also available for shopping by appointment. 830-386-9690 www.rockport-guide.com

SALT FLATS GALLERY invites their wildlife friends to visit them in downtown Rockport and enjoy the photography of Diane Loyd. Her once in a lifetime, captivating birding images are in many collections and over 100 of Diane’s photos have been published. Home of the famous Whooping Crane photos of the “Lobstick twins”... Canvas and prints are available of wildlife, birds, and marine images. This is a gallery that invites you to enjoy all things birding and Coastal. Photo commissions are welcome. Visit on line at www.SaltflatsPhotography.com Find them downtown at 415 South Austin St. #10 in Rockport. 361-288-2752 FRAME of MINE has been THE place for custom framing in Rockport for a number of years. Find great selection of limited edition collector prints and original artwork by some of the best known artists in South Texas here. Ms. Harriet is famous for bringing just the right touch to showing off your artwork ... Custom framing is an art in itself and your project and personal tastes are guaranteed individual attention. Sporting art includes the latest prints by John Dearman and John Cowan as well as unique pieces from private collections. Resale art finds include early works by Steve Russell, Evelyn Adkinson and Al Barnes among others. Artists featured include Marilyn Herzik, Betty Fletcher, Teresa Justice, Randy McGovern, Hal McCaskill and many more. Be sure to check out the wonderful and colorful coastal fish and birds in metal, perfect for accents either indoors or out. A cozy and fun gallery stuffed with a great selection of coastal art and artistic gifts. Closed Sunday and Mondays. Just off Austin Street on Wharf St. next to the Pilot newspaper office. 729-0967 JOHN MARTELL PHOTOGRAPHY is located in the newly remodeled Merchants Square Building in the heart of downtown Rockport and features the award-winning photography of John Martell. For images that truly capture the charm and feel of the coast, look no further than John Martell Photography! John’s stunning photos are exquisitely printed on canvas, watercolor paper, metal and glass in a variety of sizes. The gallery also features a beautiful collection of unique Rockport souvenir drink coasters, all with John’s distinctive images of Rockport printed on them. Quality and tastefulness are the hallmarks of this exciting new gallery. Please visit online at www.johnmartellphotography.com or stop by Merchants Square at 302 S. Austin St., downtown Rockport. 361-729-8000

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FOLLOW YOUR ART is one of downtown Rockportâ€™s newest unique shops. Stuffed with antiques, gifts home and nautical decor and furniture; you are sure to be intrigued! This is a premier shop in Rockport for custom made chalk paint. Choose from the large variety of available colors or have a custom color mixed for your special project. Classes are taught weekly in chalk paint distressing techniques and tips, journal book making, or decoupage with free seminars once a month. Kids classes ages 8 and up are available every Wednesday and Thursday in a variety of arts and crafts. Visiting from out of town? Contact Follow Your Art to set up a personal class for your small group. Most classes are $25 per person and include all supplies. Check out their Facebook page for their newest merchandise, class schedules or to RSVP for a class. Visit the shop at 1012 E. North St. next door to Comforts of Home. Open Wednesday through Saturday 11:00-5:00. Also available for shopping by appointment. 830-386-9690

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ESTELLE STAIR GALLERY is one of downtown Rockportâ€™s signature buildings with tall ceilings, wooden floors and original brick walls. The gallery has been restored and still maintains its old-time charm. It was recognized by the Texas Historical Commission in 2008 as a Texas Historic Landmarkand and is a delight to visit. Owner, Lisa Baer Frederick, showcases paintings, sculptures, and select local art. Special exhibits are held throughout the year and change regularly. One of the original focal points for the Rockport art scene, Estelle Stair shared this building with the Rockport Art Association in 1978. Stair nutured the growing art community and today her niece, Lisa, continues her tradition. Email or check website for details. Open Thursday thru Saturday 10 til 5pm or please feel free to email Lisa for an appointment or any other questions at: estellestairgallery@gmail.com. Check out their website at www.EstelleStairGallery.com Stop by 406 S. Austin St. or call during open hours 361-463-1059

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WIND WAY GALLERY with it’s bright blue awning, presents outstanding work by professional fine artists in a warm intimate setting. The gallery is a showcase for these local artists who are hometown favorites as well as statewide, national and international exhibitors. The gallery artists are June Ainsworth, Angalee DeForest, Anita Diebel, Susan Forrest, Lorrie Harrington, Caro Jackson, Carol Koutnik, Sally Mitchell, Geneie Mysorski and Betty Shamel. Several have the distinction of being past Rockport Art Festival Poster Artists. Bronze sculptures by Kent Ullberg, jewelry by Diane Johnson and work by guest artists add to the flavor that makes Wind Way a favorite of serious art lovers as well as visitors to the coast seeking a special memento. Award-winning artists will work with you on an individual basis to ensure your complete satisfaction. Visit online at www.WindWayGallery.com, on Facebook, or in downtown Rockport at 203 S. Austin St. 361-790-8331 windwayart@gmail.com COASTAL CREATIONS is one of Rockport’s favorite working studio galleries featuring the distinctive original acrylic paintings and prints of Lera Harris. Lera’s inspiration is the coastal life in all its intriguing forms . Colorful bait stands, shrimp boats, shore birds, ever changing water, windswept oaks and lonely beaches come alive with her colorful unique happy style. Her motto is: “I love to paint and paint what I love”. Lera’s original artwork, prints of different sizes and note cards are all available. Also featured in her gallery, are the works of area potter, gourd hand painter, fine wood working artists and duck decoy carvers. Stained glass, hand etched glass and also fine art photography are showcased. This is the perfect place to find a bright Rockport memory to take home with you! Visit on line at www.CoastalCreationsArt.com Open every day except Sunday. Downtown Rockport, 415 S. Austin Street 361-790-8101

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ROCKPORT CENTER FOR THE ARTS currently in it’s 47th year of operation, is located in the blue Victorian house at Rockport Harbor near Rockport Beach Park. Sophisticated gallery spaces and a world-class sculpture garden featuring works by Kent Ullberg and the late Jesus Moroles accentuate the Art Center, making it one of the most prestigious showcases for fine art in South Texas. The many activities of the Art Center draw over thirty-thousand visitors per year. In the spring, the Tour of Homes allows visitors and patrons to see some of the most unique residences on the Texas coast. In the summer, the Rockport Art Festival is the place to be July 4th weekend. More than 10,000 people attend each year to enjoy music, food and artwork from 120 of the best artists from around the country. Early in November, the Rockport Film Festival entertains audiences with the best of independent cinema from Texas and around the world. Aspiring artists can signup for workshops and classes and receive mentoring from established local artists. Children can enjoy free, high caliber art instruction year-round, including summer camp-ArtLink. and Free Family Saturdays during the school year. There is something for everyone at the Art Center! Visit www.RockportArtCenter.com for more information. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10-4pm and Sundays from 1-4pm. ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! 361-729-5519 YELLOW ROSE GALLERY is an up and coming gallery in beautiful downtown Rockport Historical Art District. Showcasing over 20 artist, who are skilled in their art of Oil Painting, Pastels, Acrylic, Mosaics, Jewelry, Fine Art Photography, Wood Work, Rustic Wood Furniture and many other arts. You will find Original and Giclee Prints. See their website at www.YellowRoseGallery.net Shop their store located at 209 S. Austin St. in downtown Rockport. They can be contacted at yellowrosegallery@att.net or 361-727-7707

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CRAB-N continues to be a flagship for great dining in the Rockport area. Southern Living calls it ... “Memorable”; Texas Monthly ... “Impressive”; San Antonio Express ... “Worth a trip to the coast all on its own”. The menu features a variety of the best local seafood, choice hearty beef and chicken dishes. Enjoy famous and distinctive entrees like Crab Cakes with Crab and Shrimp Butter-Cream Sauce, Crab Stuffed Flounder, Crab and Shrimp Bisque (Texas Monthly called it “Impressive”) or any of the outstanding daily specials. Enjoy the fresh catch of the day or bring in your own fillets to be blackened, grilled, sauteed, broiled or fried with all of the fixin’s. Award-winning recipes served daily from 5 PM ... It’s the Talk of Texas! Full bar offers wine, beer or your favorite cocktail. Come by boat and tie up behind the restaurant! Reservations accepted. www.Crab-N.com Just off the Intracoastal Canal at City by the Sea, Hwy. 35 S. between Aransas Pass and Rockport. 361-758-2371 COASTAL BEND HEALTH FOODS is Rockport’s local hub for health related goods & services. Soon, their new look will turn to a new name! KIMMI’S FINE FOODS: A HERITAGE MARKET & HEALING ARTS CENTER is coming your way in September! It’s time to think of them as your local market. The shop is constantly evolving to suite more of your needs and it’s more fun to zip over to a neighborhood market for your goods, where they always great you with a smile. Offering more fresh local and organic produce, pastured and grass-fed meats, pastured eggs and specialty diet foods. They are creating and stocking their own brand, starting with Kimmi’s Gluten Free Flour! The store is full of high quality health related products, reference books, books for sale, essential oils, bulk foods, teas and only the best bath and beauty products. They now have GROOVIE SMOOTHIE in the store, open Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 1pm. Located at 111 N. Austin St. between Lattitudes Restaurant and Jeanie’s Jewels. Store Hours: TuesdayFriday 10-6pm and Saturday 10-2pm. www.CoastalBendHealthFoods.com. 361-729-4443 POP’S TAVERN & CAFE is just over the Copano Causeway in Lamar and recently voted “Coastal Living” Texas Dives Choice. A favorite local hangout with friendly down-home atmosphere and country cookin’... home of the famous Captain Jack Burger. Try their new specialty burgers; Smoked Gouda, Mafia and Caliente! or spice it up a bit with a Blackened Gator dinner. They also have all you can eat catfish and fried oyster and specials on shrimp and grits. Enjoy salads, tasty appetizers, fresh seafood, ribeyes and more. South Texas friendly and unique Lamar hospitality makes this a favorite meal stop and the perfect cool sit down for cruising bikes, fishermen, kayakers and bird watchers. THE favorite stop for the outdoor crowd on their way to or from fishing or hunting ... or on their way home from the coast. Also a good place to meet many of the local fishing guides. Serving lunch & dinner every day. Open at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss the Gumbo Palooza held here this summer! Watch for dates. 202 Park Rd. 13 in Lamar on the way to Goose Island State Park. 361-729-2862 ROCKPORT DAILY GRIND is a coffee bar with personality! Looking to add local flavor to your mornings? Mosey up to the bar for a cup or two of their special locally roasted signature coffee blends, including Sum’Ata Wild Ride, Sandy Bottom Pecan, Coastal Live Oak, Pirates Pleasure or the Copano Sunset Decaf. Specializing in gourmet lattes, espressos, frappes, flavored iced teas and iced coffees. They also offer a delicious assortment of sandwiches, muffins and yummy snacks. Try the homemade quiche offered in a variety of flavors daily ... a real treat the locals would like to keep secret! Beat the heat in the air conditioning or enjoy the soothing sounds of the courtyard fountain under the shade of an umbrella. Now renting this unique venue for events. Check the website at www.RockportDailyGrind.com and their facebook page. email: rockportdailygrind@yahoo.com. Rockport Daily Grind is located at Merchants Square in downtown Rockport. 302 S. Austin St., on the corner of Wharf and Austin. painting Russell Hours: 7 AMbytoSteve 3 PM Tuesday thru Saturday. 361-790-8745 Page 24

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POOR MAN’S COUNTRY CLUB BAR & GRILL is the perfect place to enjoy views of jet skis and kayakers in Little Bay. The spacious cedar interior invites you to sit a spell and catch up with your favorite team on one of the many TV screens. Burgers, baskets and appetizers are served ... fried shrimp, shrimp taco basket, juicy cheeseburgers, stuffed jalapenos and much more. High rollers can get their picture on the wall by ordering the Famous $100 Hamburger! Don’t forget to check out “The Player’s Club” on the upper deck offering cool breezes and great views of Rockport Beach. They have Wi-Fi, the NFL ticket and Major League Baseball packages with plenty of parking! Let’s all meet at “the Club”! FULL BAR. Open daily 11:00 AM Closed Wednesdays. www.PoormansCountryClub.com 1009 Hwy 35 North across from Little Bay. 361-729-7667

SHEMPY’S GRILL is one of those coastal friendly places that encourages you to relax and sit a spell. Bring your own beer or wine and enjoy indoor or outdoor dining on the screened in patio. Great burgers, salads, po-boys and seafood are served ... Try the Sliders on Kaisers or some of their famous bread pudding. Seafood platters, tasty grilled fish, seafood specials and Bait Buckets fill out the menu and there is a kid’s menu for those under ten. This is the place to stop after a hard day on the flats and there is plenty of room for boats in the parking lot. BYOB. And bring your fillets and they’ll cook ‘em up for you. Watch for famous lunch specials! Open Tuesday thru Saturday for Lunch and dinner. Closed Sunday and Monday. Located just across from Palm Harbor at 3913 Hwy. 35 S toward Aransas Pass. 361-727-0019 CROFUTT’S SANDWICH SHOP & BAKERY celebrates 38 years of serving up luscious sandwiches on oven fresh buns, scrumptious salads, and freshly baked giant cookies, cinnamon rolls and a variety of breads. Both a tradition and a landmark in Bayside, the historic little community sitting on the western bluffs of Copano Bay, Crofutt’s is a great spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This is a perfect stop for birders, fishermen, hunters or those traveling north or south. Stop by and join Baysiders, local ranchers and farmers, commuters and tourists as they savor lip-smackin’ goodies. Enjoy the cozy dining room or the shaded deck outdoors. Open Mon.-Thurs. from 7 AM till 7 PM and on Fri.-Sun. til 8 PM. Only 20 minutes from Rockport on FM 136 in Bayside. 361-529-6663 FATS MARKET & GRILL is your local Market, Butcher Shop and Grill with friendly in and out convenient service. They are truly a One Stop Shop! You can have them make you a great meal from their Grill or find everything to prepare your own gourmet meal at home and pair it with one of their fine wines or beer. Choose from hand-cut Steaks, Exotic Game meats, homemade Boudin and other Sausages, stuffed Chicken and much more! Fresh baked goods are available every morning. Also a frozen bait machine is onsite for 24 hour convenience. They are located just accross the Copano Bridge on 6619 Hwy 35 in Holiday Beach. Store hours: Sun-Wed 6am-7:30pm & Thurs-Sat 6am-9pm. Grill hours: Sun-Wed 11am-7:30 and Thurs-Sat 11am-9pm. Call in a Grill order at 361-727-9119

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PARADISE KEY DOCKSIDE BAR & GRILL has reopened and is one of the coolest places in town with great food and great views of Aransas Bay and the Intercoastal Waterway. The whole family will enjoy watching the boats and fishermen coming in from a day on the Bay. Paradise shrimp basket is a favorite, but the menu features choice steaks, seafood sandwiches, crisp salads, and home style desserts. Unique appetizers, grilled choices, pasta, fresh fish ‘n chips, crab cakes, along with the Catch of the Day are featured. This is a popular stop for both visitors and locals with cool and comfortable inside dining or outside shaded deck on the water. Full bar is comfortable and breezy with all of your drink favorites and a great place to while away a Rockport afternoon. Serving lunch and dinner ... watch the board for fresh seafood specials. Childrens menu. To-Go orders welcome. Party Here! ... To book your private party or arrange for catering your event, contact Jim at www.ParadiseKeyDockSideBarAndGrill.com. Open From 11 AM until 11 PM. 165 Cove Harbor North. 361-729-6000

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ARANSAS QUEEN CASINO is the newest entertainment on the Texas Gulf Coast. Sailing 7 days a week with Las Vegas style gambling with over 200 Las Vegas slots in addition to live Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, 3Card Poker, Let It Ride and Sportsbook. Enjoy their three full bars and complimentry snack buffet. With a sun deck and live music, this is a complete entertainment sight for everyone. The ship leaves the dock at 11am Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday through Saturday 11am and 7pm and 12 noon on Sundays. Ask about their “Weekday Specials”. Reserve you seat today! Located at 2200 Texas 361 in Aransas Pass on the way to Port Aransas and just 20 minutes from Corpus Christi; you can’t miss the big ship! Check their website for complete schedule www.AransasQueen.com or call 844-426-2534

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THE SUGAR SHACK invites you to have a good time in one of Fulton’s favorite gathering places. Watch the game on the big screen! Something for everybody, whether you are just stopping in for a cold one or planning your next karaoke idol win. Pool tables, drink specials, friendly bartenders and a breezy coastal atmosphere makes the Sugar Shack a great place to meet and greet and eat at their TOMCAT Grill! There’s always something fun going on. Don’t be shy, drop by! The Sugar Shack bus is available to customers for home pick up and delivery. Bar open every day from 12 PM til 2 AM. 106 Fulton Beach Rd. across from the harbor. Check out their website www.SugarShackTX.com See you at the Sugar Shack! 361-790-9000 LEGEND’S SALOON is a new edition to the Rockport night scene. Dance to the best live Texas country music, DJ’s and Karaoke on their full size dance floor. They have a full service bar and daily specials. Full size shuffle board and pool tables are available. Belt Sander Races and other events are listed on their facebook page and website. Check them out regularly! Food truck is on site for a late night snack. Get your partner and come dance the night away at Legend’s! After a night of entertainment, feel free to ask the bartender to have the bus drive you and your friends home. Located 3720 Hwy 35 N. in Fulton. Open Wed-Sun 6pm-2am. Their website is www.LegendsSaloonTx.com 361-729-0720

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LIGHTHOUSE LIQUORS offers an eclectic selection of wines, fun champagnes for any occasion and the most unique collection of liqueurs in the area. There is an amazing selection here and customer service is 5 star! Find a myriad of hand crafted Tequilas and exotic rums in the “Party Shack”. Gourmet foods from smoked tenderloin to delicious blended cheeses will delight your taste buds! And don’t forget to browse the specialty barware, RADA Cutlery, unique gift ideas along with great greetimg cards and much more! Conveniently located in the Live Oak Plaza next to Popeye’s. Stop in and get acquainted! Open from 10 AM until 9 PM Monday through Saturdays. 361-729-8500 PAWELEK MEATS is Rockport’s own hometown meat market. Aside from trimmed quality cuts, Ron Pawelek (Paw-vel-ik) and his staff offer something not found in most places ... old-fashioned friendly and personal service. Try their tasty homemade sausages ... Country Style, Jalapeno Cheese, or spicy hot Caliente! Pick up a prime roast or get some custom cut, extra thick steaks for the grill. Lean ground meats, pork chops, hickory smoked bacon, fresh chickens and much more is offered in their sparkling market. Special orders are welcome and family meat packages are available. Game processing a specialty! 106 Hwy. 35 N. at Pearl St. across from the car wash. 8:30 til 5:30 Monday thru Friday and from 9:00 til 2:00 on Saturdays. 729-7149 COASTAL BEND HEALTH FOODS is Rockport’s local hub for health related goods & services. Soon, their new look will turn to a new name! KIMMI’S FINE FOODS: A HERITAGE MARKET & HEALING ARTS CENTER is coming your way in September! It’s time to think of them as your local market. The shop is constantly evolving to suite more of your needs and it’s more fun to zip over to a neighborhood market for your goods, where they always great you with a smile. Offering more fresh local and organic produce, pastured and grass-fed meats, pastured eggs and specialty diet foods. They are creating and stocking their own brand, starting with Kimmi’s Gluten Free Flour! The store is full of high quality health related products, reference books, books for sale, essential oils, bulk foods, teas and only the best bath and beauty products. They now have GROOVIE SMOOTHIE in the store, open TuesdaySaturday 10am to 1pm. Located at 111 N. Austin St. between Lattitudes Restaurant and Jeanie’s Jewels. Store Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-6pm and Saturday 10-2pm. www.CoastalBendHealthFoods.com. 361-729-4443 FATS MARKET & GRILL is your local Market, Butcher Shop and Grill with friendly in and out convenient service. They are truly a One Stop Shop! You can have them make you a great meal from their Grill or find everything to prepare your own gourmet meal at home and pair it with one of their fine wines or beer. Choose from hand-cut Steaks, Exotic Game meats, homemade Boudin and other Sausages, stuffed Chicken and much more! Fresh baked goods are available every morning. Also a frozen bait machine is onsite for 24 hour convenience. They are located just accross the Copano Bridge on 6619 Hwy 35 in Holiday Beach. Store hours: Sun-Wed 6am-7:30pm & Thurs-Sat 6am-9pm. Grill hours: Sun-Wed 11am-7:30 and Thurs-Sat 11am-9pm. Call in a Grill order at 361-727-9119 ROCKPORT DAILY GRIND is a coffee bar with personality! Looking to add local flavor to your mornings? Mosey up to the bar for a cup or two of their special locally roasted signature coffee blends, including Sum’Ata Wild Ride, Sandy Bottom Pecan, Coastal Live Oak, Pirates Pleasure or the Copano Sunset Decaf. Specializing in gourmet lattes, espressos, frappes, flavored iced teas and iced coffees. They also offer a delicious assortment of sandwiches, muffins and yummy snacks. Try the homemade quiche offered in a variety of flavors daily ... a real treat the locals would like to keep secret! Beat the heat in the air conditioning or enjoy the soothing sounds of the courtyard fountain under the shade of an umbrella. Now renting this unique venue for events. Check the website at www.RockportDailyGrind.com and their facebook page. email: rockportdailygrind@yahoo.com. Rockport Daily Grind is located at Merchants Square in downtown Rockport. 302 S. Austin St., on the corner of Wharf and Austin. Hours: 7 AM to 3 PM Tuesday thru Saturday. 361-790-8745 Page 28

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CINNAMON SHORE is a Traditional Seaside Village on the Texas Gulf Coast in Port Aransas where life is a bit Simpler and families make memories that last a lifetime! Every activity under the sun with the beach, pools, parks and stocked lakes. A walkable, bikeable gulf front community where you can also stroll to Lisabella’s Bistro & Bar and enjoy poolside lunchs at the CBar. Screen on the Green, stargazing and sand castle building add to the family fun! Luxury Vacation Rentals from 1-6 bedroom residences featuring homes and condos. Visit them at www.CinnamonShore.com. Call now and make vacation plans 361-749-1851 A MANO has moved next door and is twice the size now with twice the shopping possibilities!! Plan to spend some time and have some fun. Amano brings a bit of old Mexico to the coast with a colorful array of quality hand crafted folk art, home accessories and authentic hand embroidered blouses and dresses. Enter a whimsical world of mermaids and dancing Day of the Dead figures along with famous Talavera ceramics. Home decor includes wardrobes, tables and chairs and hand carved saints. There is a rainbow of glassware and festive table settings along with textiles, and one of a kind serving pieces. Everything is hand made and hand picked by owner Deb Trumpy. Embroidered bags, silver jewelry and corn husk flowers are just part of the offerings in this all new and coastal colorful shop. Stop in and explore for yourself! Open Daily during the Summer from 10 AM til 5 PM and til 6 PM on weekends. Winter only closed Monday and Tuesday. Online at www.Amano-Mexico.com and located at 1812 Hwy 361 in suite A in Port Aransas. 361-749-1828

MOORE THAN FEED is the place for all of your animal care needs. Over 20 different brands of feed such as Diamond, Science Diet, Merrick, Taste of the Wild, Royal Canin, Chicken Soup, Nutro, Natural Balance, Purina Pro Plan, Canidae, Felida, Blue Buffalo and more. Now carrying Raw dog food brands such as Primal and USA made treats in a large variety. Supplies for the family pets are here along with bulk, livestock and Equine feed for your large animals. Large selection of environment friendly organic insecticides and fertilizers. Bird lovers will love the large assortment of pelleted feeds and mixed seeds for birds along with cages, accessories and toys. You will be wanting to harvest your own fresh eggs when you see their state of the art chicken coops! But if you don’t have the room, no worries. They carry fresh eggs! For your wild friends there is bulk seed, hummingbird feeders and food. Hamsters, gerbils and ferret supplies, cages and accessories. For Lawn & Garden, Farm & Ranch, and Fido back home--this is your full service feed and pet store with friendly service, sound advice ... and Moore! www.MooreThanFeed.com Mon.-Fri. 9 AM til 5:30 PM and 9 AM til 2 PM on Saturday. 902 W. Market (FM 1069) between Hwy. 35 business and the bypass. 729-4909 Page 30

ROCKPORT TACKLE TOWN has everything you need for a great fishing or hunting experience in Rockport. It’s a dog’s life with how-to books, videos, training collars, bumpers, leashes, protective boots, vests, life jackets, carrying cages and much more. Everything you need for your hunting or retriever dog is here, along with decoys, ammo, rain gear, binoculars and scopes. We care about hunting dogs and the family pet. All your favorite brands of outdoor clothing is featured for men, women and the kids. Just about anything you will need under one roof ... friendly advice, professional service and open seven days a week! 3010 Hwy. 35 N. in Rockport. www.RockportTackletown.com 361-729-1841 SPECHT ART What do you buy the person who has everything? You are sure to please them with a commissioned painting, by Ellie Specht, of their favorite pet; sporting dog, horses, cattle, cats or any other pet you may have.These paintings are acrylic on canvas. Starting at $500 for a 16” x 20” painting. Also prints available. Email at ellielummus@yahoo.com for more imformation or call Ellie at 361-463-1371 www.rockport-guide.com

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