Elegant Island Living June 2018

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

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very June, millions of kids head off to summer camp. I, on the other hand, am facing the daunting tasks of stripping and resurfacing my hardwood floors, removing popcorn ceiling plaster, replacing an overhead fan, AND finally, applying fresh paint throughout the interior of my house. I was going to hire handymen to do the job, but when the quote was over $4,000, I decided I’m a “handyenough” man. Camp sounds much better!

There are currently more than 12,000 camps in the U.S. with over 11 million campers each year. In other words, summer camp is big business! While hiking, swimming, arts & crafts and capture-the-flag come to mind when you think of summer camp, there are some niche camps out there that go above and beyond the classic fun, and give kids a chance to do things like fight zombies, swim with sharks, or even learn French.

I found some truly unique and interesting camps online. At Camp Jurassi, campers learn about dinosaurs, make a model T-Rex, and dig for fossils. Camp Fiji Shark lets campers swim alongside sharks for a hands-on experience.

Kids learn hand-to-hand combat and choreograph their own stunt show at Camp Hollywood Stunts. At Camp Wizards & Warriors, kids create their own armor, receive (foam) weapons training, hunt treasure, and write their own character for the duration of the session.

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Then there’s my favorite camp: Camp Motorsport. This is where kids get behind the wheel at least twice a day! When kids aren’t driving on dirt or paved courses, they are playing paintball or exploring racing careers and motorsport science. I didn’t know there WAS a science behind motorsport, but it sure sounds like a fun summer camp!

As a kid, I attended Kamp Kanakuk in the Ozark mountains of Missouri for three summers. It was a great camp, but we didn’t get to drive cars, do Hollywood stunts, or create our own armor. It was more like another camp I saw online, Camp Plantation, where campers live outside without electricity (or WiFi) and work on a sustainable farm. Campers can choose from activities like bareback horse riding, building a fort, tie-dying a shirt, or playing capture-the-flag. At $4,400 for the four-week session, it sounds like a nice business for Camp Plantation! Think about it: no electricity bill, no need to buy saddles, and cabins made by the campers! These guys are on to something!

I’m thinking maybe I could start a camp here on St. Simons. As many older locals recall, there once was a terrific summer camp here called Camp Islander on the north end of the island, out past Fort Frederica. It’s about time for another. My camp would be called “Camp Nuts, Bolts, & Thingamajigs.” Kids will learn how to be household handymen. They’ll practice useful skills like stripping and resurfacing hardwood floors, removing popcorn ceiling plaster, replacing overhead fans, and painting the interiors of houses. And at $4,000 tuition each, I only need ONE camper!

IN MEMORIUM Our community has suffered some significant losses this spring. We would like to take a moment to recognize two men with whom we had strong working relationships and will remember fondly.

“Ewell Gay, III, a Damn Good Dawg, and an even better man, passed away at his home on St. Simons Island on Tuesday, April 17.”

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hose words from his obituary say it best. We had the pleasure of working with Ewell, the owner of Maggie’s Boutique, on advertising for the store, occasional stories, and fashion features.

Under what some considered a gruff exterior, we knew he had a big and generous heart full of love for his family and friends, his geraniums, and his Bulldawgs. We’re happy that he got to see them take home a Rose Bowl win and know he’ll still be cheering for them from above. Our sincere condolences to his friends and family.

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local business owner for more than 30 years, Lawrence Certain was a founding partner of the award-winning Faulkenberry Certain Advertising firm. In 2000, by recruiting Terry McCarthy from upstate New York to work for FCA, Lawrence unwittingly became a catalyst for what would later be the evolution of Elegant Island Living.

In 2005, after Terry had moved on from FCA and was freelancing in the area, EIL publisher David Butler asked her to come aboard the magazine. Terry brought fellow New Yorker Beth Rowen to the team as art director in 2006. Thus began the transformation from real estate publication to the lifestyle magazine you know today.

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meant something. Getting a note from him after an issue came out, breaking down the “good” and the “bad,” according to the law of Lawrence, was a source of sheer joy for Beth and Terry. His favorite issues were September 2014 and March 2017. Lawrence was EIL’s

biggest fan and harshest critic and, here at the magazine, we will miss him dearly. Our hearts go out to his family. We take comfort in the belief that EIL is now blessed with a guardian angel and, without a doubt, heaven now has a new advertising director.

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On the Cover: We’re celebrating everything summer in our June issue: fashions to beat the heat, summer music, outdoor activities, and what to do when you’re on island time. Find out more about the cover shot on page 28. Cover photo by Theresa Rowan, The Darkroom Photography.

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It’s the season of summer sun, summer songs and summer style. From soul to rock and roll, we find music stirs our inspiration for sunny looks and summertime activities this month. Some of our friends and local songbirds show off fresh fashion from island retailers that’s ideal for enjoying the many things to do in the Golden Isles through steamy days and starlit nights All Summer Long.

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AllSummer Long KID ROCK, 2007

Talented vocalist and wizard on the keys, Michaele Hannemann will be comfortable and stylish all summer long in this cropped tassel top and high waisted linen pants from Ronne’s on Market Street. Her cute tasseled beach bag is from St. Simons Drug Company.

Earrings and necklace are some of the fabulous accessories available at Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry.

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ELLA FITZGERALD, 1968

And the livin’ is easy! Beth Fletcher and her musician husband Erik, of the popular local band Suzy and the Bird Dogs, share a quiet moment on the beautiful grounds of the St. Simons Grand. Beth is ready for the summer sun in a breezy striped cotton maxi, necklace, and earrings from Ronne’s on Market Street. Erik beats the summer heat in a lightweight shirt and shorts from Gentleman’s Outfitters.

OPPOSITE PAGE: Beth, who is also known as

the “Suzy” in the band, takes it easy with some pool time in this beautiful multicolored Lydia bikini by Mara Hoffman from Cloister Collection. Her eyewear is from the Cloister Collection’s extensive selection of sunnies, while her fun flower earrings are from Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry, and Butler’s Stash supplied the hat.

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Although there are no grey skies here, it’s clear that Tarah McKinney’s baby girl Blakely makes her happy and is the sunshine of her life. Blakely’s sunny yellow bubble suit with embroidered flamingos is one of the many cute summer looks for little ones at The Bailey Boys. Tarah’s striped linen wrap dress from Cloister Collection is ideal for daytime outings, lunch dates, and summer strolls.

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Summer Breeze

SEALS & CROFT, 1972 Summer breeze is just what makes Leah Powers feel fine at the beach in this navy Vitamin A bikini from Cloister Collection. Leah and her husband, Kevin Jackson, make up the musical duo Jackson Powers who frequently perform at island venues. Leah’s earrings are from Butler’s Stash. The painted silk scarf with blue lobster is a Kelby Originals creation and can be found online at kelbyoriginals.com.

Leah might even be tempted to wear her sunglasses at night when they’re as fabulous as these sparkling Jimmy Choo shades from Seaside Ophthalmology!

DON HENLEY, 1984. When you think of Boys of Summer, naturally you think baseball. America’s pastime.

Here with her ballplayer son Will, Beth Lowery wears a festive embroidered top and cropped jeans from Lady Outfitters. Accessorized with earrings from Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry and fringed sandals from Butler’s Stash, this cool and comfortable outfit can take her from an afternoon in the stands watching her favorite “boy of summer” on the diamond to a picnic in the park.

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Summertime Blues EDDIE COCHRAN, 1958

There ain’t no cure for the summertime blues. But when they look this good, you don’t need one! Leah wears a long chambray dress from Yellow Canary accessorized with earrings from Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry. Lizzy sports a navy and white bow sleeve top, straight leg white jeans and star necklaces from Yellow Canary. Beth’s look is retro summer fun in bell-bottom jeans and a white blouse from Yellow Canary accessorized with earrings from Butler’s Stash.

In the Summertime (on the cover)

THANK YOU

to our models for sharing their

time and beauty with us and to the many local retailers who trusted us with their inventory. To Theresa Rowan and John Toth of The Darkroom Photography for photography and editing superpowers. We’re also grateful to our hair and make-up dynamic mother-daughter duo, Beth Hall and Mary Kicklighter, who always

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the fantastic caterers who kept us nourished deliciously.

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SLY & THE FAMILY STONE, 1969

It’s been almost 50 years since Sly & the Family Stone sang about “them summer days, those summer days,” but the fun hasn’t dwindled in the least. We’re continuing our summer song playlist with music that captures the spirit of the season and all the activities the Golden Isles can offer.

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Fun! Fun! Fun!

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un is what it’s all about and when you’re trying to beat the heat of a coastal Georgia summer day, playtime is more fun when there’s a pool involved! At the top of the “To Do” list is a trip to Summer Waves Water Park on Jekyll Island. Open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. through August 4, this family-friendly attraction offers the Turtle Creek lazy river, a Splash Zone, Shark Tooth Cove, the Frantic Atlantic Wave Pool, and the Flash Flood, Thunder & Lightning, Force 3, Nature’s Revenge, and Pirate’s Passage water slides. Food and beverage concessions are available in the park from Larry’s Giant Subs. There are also Swim-In Movies planned for June 2 (Despicable Me 3) and July 1 (The Little Mermaid), where you can grab and inner tube and watch one of these animated favorites from the Frantic Atlantic wave pool. Movies start at 8:30 p.m. and are free with the purchase of a Night Splash ticket.

2018 season passes are available for purchase online at jekyllisland.com. Daily general, junior, and senior admission, Night Splash and Two Day ticket pricing, and group rate information is available there as well.

Daily passes are $8. 10-punch passes and season passes are also available. For more information, visit glynncounty.org or call 912.279.2836.

In Brunswick, there are public pools at Howard Coffin Park, Selden Park, and the YMCA. Get out there and make a splash!

Of course, the quintessential summer vacation family pastime is golf -- miniature golf, that is! Picking up that putter and spending an evening in the cooling ocean breeze is a great way to wind down after a day at the pool. On St. Simons Island, there is an 18-hole miniature golf course adjacent to the Neptune Park Fun Zone Pool that is open year-round. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 2:00-8:00 p.m., Friday from 3:00-9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00-8:00 p.m. Rounds are $8. For more information, visit glynncounty.org or call 912.279.2836.

THE BEACH BOYS, 1964

Just across from the Atlantic Ocean and Great Dunes Park on Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island Mini Golf boasts two well-lit 18-hole courses, one for beginners and one for more advanced players. Play either or both! Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Admission is $6.50 for adults and $5 for children 6-10 years-old. For more information, call 912.635.2648 or visit jekyllisland.com.

For more serious action on the greens, there are nearly 200 holes of golf on courses that are stunningly beautiful throughout Brunswick and the Golden Isles. Whether nestled among live oaks draped in Spanish moss or lined with marsh grass and estuaries that invite egrets, herons, and other coastal wildlife, you’ll find your natural surroundings as amazing as many of the layouts that have been designed by acclaimed golf course architects and renowned golf pros. (continues)

On St. Simons Island, visit the Neptune Park Fun Zone Pool for a splash-tastic good time.

Located next to the St. Simons Lighthouse, the Neptune Fun Zone Pool is open Mondays and Wednesdays through Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00-5:30 p.m., through August 11. The pool will be closed on Tuesdays. The park offers a wading pool and water gym with slides for kids, and a larger pool with zero-entry access and lap lanes. There are poolside loungers and an on-site concession stand.

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Cheeseburger in Paradise

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heeseburgers certainly aren’t the only delicious culinary offerings in our Golden Isles paradise, but if you’re craving one, there are some excellent choices around. Zuzu’s in Pier Village grills hand-pattied burgers and serves them up just the way you like them, whether a simple cheeseburger or one topped with chili, jalapenos, grilled onions, or guacamole. In keeping with our music theme, we recommend you try the “Penny Lane” with its crisp apple slices, crumbled bleu cheese, and bacon. Pair it with

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a side of French fries or sweet potato fries, or maybe start with an order of fried green tomatoes or roasted Brussels sprouts. Leave room for dessert because there’s an ice cream counter with a nice assortment of flavors to scoop for a cone, or you can always opt for a root beer float or hand-spun milkshake or malt.

If you’re more in the mood for a leafy lunch, chow down on one of Mullet Bay’s big and tasty salads while you enjoy their outdoor patio.

Their seafood baskets are also a favorite of many island visitors. Other longstanding perennial favorites and island mainstays include Bennie’s Red Barn for steaks and fried chicken, and Barbara Jean’s for crab cakes and Southern comfort food. The oldest privately owned restaurant on St. Simons Island, in operation on the North end of the island since 1954, Bennie’s is a common dinner gathering place for returning visitors and they also offer a fantastic Southern Sunday Brunch.

For fine dining, look to Georgia Sea Grill, and Delaney’s Bistro.

These popular spots never disappoint.

Of course, the Georgian Room and the other restaurants at Sea Island Resort are incomparable and have earned their five-star ratings. Southern

Soul Barbeque’s reputation precedes it with national media attention and raves throughout the South. Our recommendation: go beyond the barbeque, because their Friday prime rib, Sunday fried chicken, Monday Marleys and fried green beans might even be better than the pulled pork and brisket! For pizza, Sal’s Neighborhood Pizzeria and Ristorante Italiano has been the local champ as repeat winner of EIL’s Best of Readers Choice Award. If you are craving some sushi, the spicy tuna and dragon roll from Fancy Q are an EIL staff favorite. Newer (a relative term when you’re on island time) restaurants you’ll want to experience are Del Sur, for their Argentinian influenced cooking style and fresh flavors, and Porch, the island’s new adventure in Nashville hot chicken and catfish.

The indoor-outdoor casual setting complete with cornhole on the lawn at Porch is especially inviting for those with kids in tow!

Since you’re up early to catch those sunrises at the beach or over the marsh, be sure to grab breakfast while you’re out. Café Frederica has scrumptious daily specials like blueberry

stuffed French toast to supplement the traditional favorites like Eggs Benedict, omelets, quiche and pancakes. ECHO at The King & Prince can claim one of the prettiest views on the island and serves up a Sunday brunch with the option of a Bloody Mary bar or endless Mimosas for adults.

Palmer’s Village Café is THE place for unique flavor combinations and fresh breakfast and lunch fare.

Chef JB’s cooking will start your day with a smile!

This list is by no means exhaustive and touches on just a handful of island eateries. On Jekyll Island, you’ll find a perfect spot for sunset dining on the water at The Wharf Restaurant. Their Famous Fish & Chips or The Wharf Boil are always a big hit with diners. Bring back memories of the Gilded Age by taking High Tea in the Grand Dining Room at the Jekyll Island Club Resort. Their Sunday Brunch is unbeatable. Brunswick has some delicious offerings as well, so go explore your dining options!

There’s way more out there in our little slice of paradise than those cheeseburgers! (continues)

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ere in the Golden Isles, surrounded by the ocean, sailing off into the mystic is such an inviting image. The waves beckon and there’s a world of wildlife around us to explore. The ways to take to the water while you’re here are countless. A favorite for kids and families is the always fun and educational outing on the Lady Jane shrimp boat, where you can trawl for shrimp and sort through the catch to see what comes in with the crustaceans in the nets. There are dolphin tours operating on Jekyll Island and St. Simons so you can get a chance to watch our playful marine animals fishing and frolicking in the waves. For the romantics, charter a boat for a sunset sail or enjoy a wine cruise aboard a luxury yacht.

If you’re feeling more adventurous or want to get closer to nature, take a kayak tour through the marshes or on the Altamaha River or try a paddleboard ecotour. Southeast Adventure Outfitters is a great place to start. They’ve been offering kayak tours and boat trips for decades and can to help you find just the kind of experience on the water you’re seeking. Stop by the store in St. Simons Island’s Pier Village or drop by the Brunswick dock next to Marshside Grill to talk to them about planning your adventure.

Into the Mystic

VAN MORRISON, 1970

If you’re looking for “the dock of the bay,” there are fishing piers aplenty in the Golden Isles.

Arguably the most popular are the St. Simons Island Pier, in the center of the Village, which is the island’s “heart,” and the Jekyll Island Fishing Pier, near Driftwood Beach. While they make for a lovely site for a daytime or evening stroll, they are also active hubs for fishing and crabbing. It’s no surprise that these are popular pastimes with such plentiful ocean bounty to be caught. You’ll see everything from shrimp boats trawling on the horizon at twilight, to kids casting seine nets from the shoreline on the beach, from families setting crab traps at the pier to shark fishing there at night.

adventure that will surely leave you with good memories of the Golden Isles, and hopefully make you want to return.

Fishing charters are plentiful. Offshore, Nearshore, and Inshore, half-day and full day excursions. Whether you’re looking to hook sheep head or shark, sea bass or snapper, tarpon or tripletail, trout or tuna, there’s a captain out there willing to guide you and a boat to fit your fishing party. Some local restaurants, like Catch 228 in Redfern Village will cook up your catch for dinner too, so you can enjoy a tasty reward for your day on the water. Talk to your charter captain or call the restaurant. Kids and families and serious anglers can all get a fishing

nity to watch when rehabilitated sea turtles are released back into the ocean. Multiple releases are generally held in warmer months, so keep an eye on the GSTC and Jekyll Island Facebook pages for event information, as they normally post release information there, and visit their website at gstc.jekyllisland. com. Turtle Walk programs to discover nesting sea turtles also take place during summer months. Watching these wonderful creatures making their own journey to the beach and back into the mystic is magical. (continues)

While we’re talking about seagoing matters and our marine creatures, another popular destination here with an important purpose and educational mission is the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island. A rescue and rehabilitation center, this active hospital is the only one of its kind in Georgia. Visitors can see current patients and learn about their injuries and any illness or disease that may affect them, watch feedings, and sometimes may get a chance to observe treatment by the staff. What’s a real treat is the opportu-

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Saturday in the Park

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ur parks, historic sites, and extensive bike trails are another part of what makes the Golden Isles such a special place to visit. If you didn’t bring your bicycle, you can rent one so you’re able to take advantage of the great weather and avoid traffic. You can go just about everywhere on St. Simons Island on a bicycle, and Jekyll Island has fantastic bike paths that allow you to experience nature in a slower paced setting. From Jekyll Island’s National Historic Landmark District, where you can visit the Jekyll Island Club Resort and the “cottages” of “Millionaire’s Village” as well as today’s quaint little shops, to St. Simons Island’s lighthouse and keeper’s cottage and historic Christ Church, the history of this area is well-preserved and ripe for exploration.

Fort Frederica on St. Simons Island offers special programs with colonial reenactors, as does Darien’s Fort King George. Historic Har-

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rington School on St. Simons Island is a new addition which tells important tales of African-American heritage on the island.

Our parks also embrace the natural beauty of our surroundings. Visit Gascoigne Park on St. Simons Island to relax under a canopy of live oaks laden with Spanish moss as you overlook the river passing by. Head up to Frederica Park on the North end of the island to walk the nature trail and visit the quaint fairy houses (a popular spot to find SSI Rocks!) or take your pooch to the fenced dog park there for some playtime. There’s also the John Gilbert Nature Trail and Cannon’s Point Preserve to visit and view pristine nature and the birds and wildlife that inhabit it.

In Brunswick, there’s Mary Ross Waterfront Park with its Farmer’s Market and Liberty Ship monument for a pleasant Saturday morning stroll. And many take advantage of the sweeping view of the marshes and pack a picnic to sit and watch birds at Marshes of Glynn Overlook Park. The Lanier Oak is nearby and it’s not hard to imagine what inspired poet Sidney Lanier to write The Marshes of Glynn as he took in these same surroundings. (continues)

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Soak up the Sun A

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favorite summertime activity in the Golden Isles is spending a day at the beach. On St. Simons Island, popular beaches are Massengale Park (1350 Ocean Boulevard), the Coast Guard Station (on First Street access to East Beach, at the Maritime Museum), East Beach and Gould’s Inlet (the northern-most access point on East Beach). On Jekyll Island, you’ll find the center of the island’s beach

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scene at Great Dunes Park in the middle of the island, where Ben Fortson Parkway meets N. Beachview Drive. Other beautiful beach areas that draw photographers, nature lovers, and sunset seekers are Driftwood Beach, Glory Beach, and St. Andrews Beach.

On St. Simons Island, there are beach services available to set up chairs and umbrellas and provide bikes and water equipment. If you

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aren’t using a service, we recommend you stop

by Pelican Market for all your beach needs.

From wagons to chairs, beach bags, towels, and toys for fun in the sun, as well as sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats for protection from harsh rays, they have it all. Their wide selection of snacks, cold beverages, sandwiches and other lunch options will keep your appetite satisfied as well. And don’t forget a scoop of ice cream or two before you head home!

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lease take a moment to review some information about rip currents and tide changes from us if you plan to spend time on our beaches. Many people don’t realize how significant the tide changes are here in the Golden Isles. We like our island visitors and don’t want to see you in dangerous, and sometimes deadly, situations caused by a lack of knowledge. Lifeguards are only duty from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily at the Coast

Guard and Massengale beaches between Memorial Day and Labor Day. While they can provide assistance, you swim at your own risk.

First, please do NOT swim to visible sand bars, our tides change very quickly and submerge the sand bars completely by as much as six to eight feet of water. The differential between ocean levels at low and high tide here is one of the highest on the East Coast, so it is essential know the times of the tide change.

Even strong swimmers have difficulty when that change occurs and the rip currents swirl, because the water can be moving as fast as ten miles per hour. You want to be well away from sandbars before the tide comes in.

Also be aware that rip currents, which are difficult to see and

much more dangerous than undertow, are very common here. More than 100 people in the U.S. die annually from drowning in rip currents. Rip currents are powerful currents of water moving away from shore. They can sweep even the strongest swimmer out to sea.

If you are caught in a rip current, don’t fight the current. Do your best to swim out of the current in a direction parallel to the beach and then make your way back to the shore.

If you can’t escape the current, tread water or float on your back. If you need help, do not hesitate to call out and wave your arms for assistance. Most importantly, stay calm.

You do not want to exhaust yourself trying to fight the current and frantically attempting to swim back to shore. It’s best to allow yourself to float out in order to break the grip of the rip current and wait until you can make headway swimming parallel to the beach to try to make it safely to the shore. (continues)

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School ’s Out O ALICE COOPER, 1972

nce school’s out for summer, you’ll be looking for a variety of activities both inside and out to keep the kids entertained until August. Luckily, there are plenty of summer camps and workshops, vacation bible school programs, drop-in field trips, and other opportunities for children and youth to make the most of those 75 days of summer vacation (Sorry, kids, it’s not really 104) before “school comes along just to end it.”

The Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia offers a summer program filled with field trips and allows for drop-ins (apostiveplace.net).

Kids have opportunities to explore the world beyond our planet with The Chapel’s Space Camp (thechapelministries.com) and to connect with others at age-specific Camp Connect (campconnectumc.org) programs at Epworth by the Sea. They can express their creative self with visual arts in Kreative Kidz Art Summer Camps, Puppetry, Comics and Sequential

Art Camp, Clay & Collage Camp at Glynn Visual Arts (glynnvisualarts.org) or through drama, music, filmmaking and more at Summer Performing Arts Camps at The Ritz (goldenislesarts.org). They can receive golf instruction from a PGA Professional at The King and Prince Golf Course’s Junior Golf Camps (kingandprince.com) or through the First Tee of the Golden Isles Golf Camp (thefirstteegoldenisles.org). There are also educational camp opportunities at Frederica Academy (fredericaacademy.org), the College of Coastal Georgia’s Kids in College Camp (ccga.edu), and Golden Isles College & Career Academy (flashmedia.glynn.k12.ga.us). They can take a walk on the wild side at Camp Jekyll 4-H Camp (jekyll4h.org) or Sea Turtle Camp (jekyllisland. com). Tennis, soccer, horseback riding, dance, martial arts, sailing, cooking, are some other camp opportunities for children and youth.

GTC Glynn Place and Island Cinemas will be showing family-friendly movies on

Tuesday and Thursday mornings in June and July for its Summer Kid Show Series.

For only $1.50 per person, and with $1.50 drinks and $1.50 popcorn available, it’s a steal! Doors open at 9:15 a.m. and the movies start promptly at 10:00 a.m. The movies this year are: Batman June 5 & 7, Ferdinand June 12 & 14, The Boss Baby June 19 & 21, Captain Underpants, The First Epic Movie June 26 & 28, Smurfs, The Lost Village July 3 & 5, The Emoji Movie July 10 & 12, Lego Ninjago July 17 & 19, and Despicable Me 3 July 24 & 26.

The Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department also has a Summer Movie Series, screening movies on select Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Admission is $1 per person each showing.

Popcorn, candy, and water are available for purchase. Movie schedule is: June 13 Peter Rabbit, June 27 The Nut Job 2, July 11 Coco, August 1 Sherlock Gnomes. (continues)

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ummertime is when music fills the air in the Golden Isles! Many local venues have outdoor music and there are multiple summer concert series for visitors to enjoy being serenaded under the stars on these warm evenings. We think there’s some tremendous talent here in the local music scene and invite you to get out and enjoy as much live music at popular venues like Palm Coast Coffee Café & Pub on St. Simons Island, a perennial winner of the EIL “Best Of ” readers choice selection as the Best Place to Hear Live Music, The Wharf Restaurant on Jekyll Island, and Tipsy McSway’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill in historic downtown Brunswick.

Elegant Island Living is proud to be a sponsor of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s Little Light Music Concert Series. We think of it as the best block party on the island! Grab your lawn chairs, a picnic supper and your favorite cold beverages to come out and enjoy a Sunday evening concert with a few hundred of your closest pals, neighbors, and new friends you just haven’t met yet. On June 10, party band Loose Chain will get everyone dancing. On July 1, crowd-pleasers Still Cruzin will return for pre-Independence Day fun. Concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. There will not be an August concert this year. Tickets are $12 for adults, and children under 12 are admitted free of charge.

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popular returning acoustic duo Maggie & Jackson Evans on August 26 in their Sounds by the Sea concert series at Neptune Park. Held the 4th Sunday of the month, these concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. at Neptune Park on St. Simons Island. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12, and free for children under 6.

Mary Ross Waterfront Park in Brunswick is the place to be for Rhythm on the River from 6:008:00 p.m. the first Sunday of every month this summer. June’s band is Michaele & the Ambiguous (yes, that’s our summer fashion model, Michaele Hannemann doing her thing!). July’s entertainment has yet to be announced. Roy Gentry & the Hired Guns will rock the stage in August. This community concert is free and open to the public.

Jekyll Island is beginning a Beach Village Music Series this year and will feature our very own Golden Isles Strummers on June 2, the Jaguars D-Line on July 7 and Katie Fair & Band on August 4. Music takes place on the Beach Village Green (in front of the Westin) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

We’ve already told you about Sea Island’s Southern Grown concert series and the upcoming June 8 concert featuring Americana

folk duo Shovels & Rope, but we can’t stress enough how fantastic the caliber of entertainment that is being brought to Rainbow Island for these concerts. If you love folk, rock, and country mixed with a little rambunctious rockabilly and haven’t discovered Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst yet, you’re in for a treat. If there are still tickets available (southerngrown.com), snap them up! And keep an eye out for announcements regarding entertainment for this year’s Southern Grown Festival August 31-September 2.

We urge you to experience all the Golden Isles has to offer this summer. Soak up the sun, have fun, fun, fun, and go dancing in the street!

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hile St. Simons Island may be known for the PGA Tour players who make their home here and the beautiful Sea Island courses that are nationally televised each fall during the RSM Classic, there’s another kind of golf being played under (and around) the live oaks here: Disc golf.

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Disc golf is played much like traditional golf, but instead of a ball and clubs, players use a disc. The disc is thrown from a tee area to a target designated as a “hole.” Most commonly used as “holes” are elevated metal baskets. The object is completing the hole in the fewest number of throws. As the player progresses down the fairway, he or she must make each consecutive throw from the spot where the previous throw landed. Trees and other foliage, terrain and rocks located in

The sport of disc golf has made great strides since the course was installed, not only on our little island, but in the US and overseas as well. There is a Professional Disc Golf Association with more than 100,000 members in 47 countries. It’s been called “one of the greatest lifetime fitness sports available” because it can be played by all ages, male and female, and specially-abled and disabled, and, since there are generally no course fees or need for specialized equipment, financial investment

and around the fairways provide challenging obstacles for golfers. When the final “putts” land in the basket, the hole is completed.

Billy Heins of the Gascoigne Bluff Disc Golf Club explains, “It takes a lot of mental and physical focus to be successful.”

is minimal. You can even make up courses in parks and green spaces where there are no permanent disc golf facilities.

Here on St. Simons Island, the Gascoigne Bluff Disc Golf Course was first installed 10 years ago. A standard 6 hole course, nestled along the Frederica River, it stands on historically significant land as the site of several ages of the island’s past. The original course design weaves through 100+ year-old Live oaks, cedar, and water oaks covered in low hanging Spanish moss. It’s an almost mystical setting for a Saturday or Sunday of sport.

Not only are we lucky to have a beautiful permanent disc golf course here, we also have a disc golf club. According to Heins, the Gascoigne Bluff Disc Golf Club was started about five years ago by a group of loyal disc golf enthusiasts and has grown to 75 members.

They host several annual tournaments, including the upcoming Battle of the Bluff tournament on July 8. The tournament registration fees (generally around $10 per player) help raise money for the installation of improvements to the course and the park. Heins says that sponsor SouthEast Adventure (continues)

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Outfitters has helped the club out tremendously over the years by donating tournament prizes.

The club has been working with Jordan Sasser and Lisa Gurganus of Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department, and recently installed three brand new disc golf holes and added new signs. This now brings the course hole total to nine and the course has been rechristened the “GASGO 9.” Also instrumental in the improvements to the course was Scott Beveridge. Along with Thomas Roberts, Scott is another key player in the club and his company Beveridge Construction is also a sponsor. Scott installed all of the tee boxes on the course. His wife, Michele, says it’s a family affair, as her family has been playing disc golf at the Bluff since the early 1980s, and it was her brothers who made up the original course.

Michelle, who played ultimate frisbee at UGA, also plays regularly and her company, Island Cottage Company, is also a sponsor.

Michele says that the person who deserves recognition for initially getting the county involved is beloved local orthodontist, Iron Man, and community event DJ, John Weaver.

She explains, “We were playing that course back in the 80s, but John Weaver is the one who really started the relationship with the county. It was important to foster that relationship to get a ‘real’ course installed and keep it

maintained. Billy puts time into organizing the tournaments, Scott puts money and time into the course, and the money from tournament entries go toward building up the course and paying the county to improve it.”

Billy encourages anyone to come out and try their hand at disc golf. He says, “The course is challenging for beginners, and fun for advanced players. It provides a nice walk through the park cardio. All you need are 3 discs for different distance ranges: a driver, a mid-range, and a putter. And SouthEast Adventure Outfitters is the best spot in the county for getting good discs to play on our course.” Michele agrees, “It’s a great sport for both children and adults. The course is awesome because of the live oaks. Very challenging!”

Disc golf not only provides outdoor aerobic exercise, upper and lower body conditioning, but promotes a combination of physical and mental abilities in activity with little risk of physical injury. Here, we suggest that mosquitoes, gnats, and ticks are the biggest hazards, so make sure you wear appropriate clothing

and use bug spray! Increase your concentration skills by figuring out how to negotiate obstacles and master your throws.

Find out more about Gascoigne Bluff Disc Golf Club events and learn about registration for upcoming tournaments on their Facebook page or by emailing Billy Heins at williamheins@rocketmail.com. You’re always welcome to drop by the course at 100 Arthur J. Moore Drive and see players in action on most weekends.

They’re very friendly folks who are always willing to offer tips on what types of discs work best and strategies of play. There’s a Disc Golf Course Map on the Glynn County Recreation and Parks website at glynncounty. org/744/Disc-Golf-Course. Start practicing now and join the Battle of the Bluff Disc Golf Championships, a 36-hole singles event, on Sunday, July 8 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Registration is on-site the day of the tournament and is a $10 entry donation per person.

If you don’t want to play, you can always come out to cheer the disc golfers on and see what fun this “other kind of golf ” can be!

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having access to a pool is not only a privilege, but also a deep and needful must for wellness of being, happiness, and overall relief for whatever ever ails you. See, Dante, in his Inferno, describes the 7th circle of hell as teeming with rivers of boiling fire, deserts of burning sand, and scorching rain that pours from the sky. In the South, we call this cataclysmic event “summer.”

It all starts around May. This is when perfectly reasonable and respectable people are driven to their own kind of slow boiling insanity.

It sneaks up on them like a swarm of sand gnats starved since early spring. It starts as a

simmer, this unyielding heat, a tease, a tickle that gets you going outside in the morning, but then causes you to make a hasty retreat back in by noon.

There’s the creak of the ceiling fan that taunts you overnight while you try to sleep on top of the sheet. There are the bugs, the lizards, and the marsh crabs that let themselves in, without knocking first, to escape the scalding sun, scaring you half to death. There’s the lifeless, flat, hot air that rushes through the holes in your screens and under your doors, leaving a $600 electricity bill that makes you want to let out a bloodcurdling scream.

It’s so hot that snakes don’t hiss, they yawn.

Gators don’t flex their jaws, they sleep it off.

Birds don’t sing, they squawk before plucking your last Cheetos straight out of your hand. Humans don’t leave their homes unless it’s to drive to another structure packed full of equally cold and manufactured frigid air to just sit and stay awhile, reticent to leave.

Unless, of course, there is a hole somewhere filled with water. That watery haven doesn’t have to be anything special, just something deep enough in which you can submerge most of your body parts. Add the allure of a frozen strawberry daiquiri or two, then, of course, we’re all in. (continues)

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The first swimming pool dates back 5,000 years ago in the Pakistani settlement of MohenjoDaro. Most of the smart people agree that this big tank of stockpiled rainwater was, for the most part, used for religious purposes, purification and renewal of body and spirit.

But then came the Romans, and water – the very essence and source of all life – meant wealth in the form of waterfalls, elaborate fish ponds and snazzy jacuzzis nestled in ornate gardens with free-flowing wine, women and song.

I know. We all tried to stay awake while we studied up on Roman baths in a history class or two, where the lot of us balked at the idea of public bathing. Who does that?

Am I right? Who willingly disrobes, washes up, and waxes philosophical next to a perfect stranger sans clothes about politics, the price of pottery or both? It left us asking the burning question: Were the Romans really that civilized after all?

Now flash forward two thousand or so years. We have all been to a pool where one look to the left holds a toddler bobbing in floaties and a bloated swim diaper and a look to the right finds a plastic

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tube of air in the shape of a shark the size of Texas heading straight our way. Haven’t we all glanced at the opaque film of communal sunscreen and horseflies swirling bellyup in a tandem, hypnotic state only to ease our way in while offering up a silent prayer to the chlorine gods? Why? Why put yourself and your plastic cup of warm wine in the crosshairs of flying Frisbees, repeated shouts of “Marco Polo,”

summertime in Southeast Georgia, we simply don’t hesitate. We jump right in.

and near-naked strangers wanting to talk about politics, the price of pottery or both?

of hell combined. I will agree with him there.

To me though, there has, is, and always will be more than one way to get into the water, no matter the month or what the thermometer reads outside.

Because it’s 101 degrees out with a heat index of 116; that’s why!

And being civilized has nothing do with anything – whether it’s a fancy pool, a 20 x 40 foot enclosure inflated by air, or a garden hose and an oversized bucket – when it’s that godforsaken hot out there. I don’t know about you, but I have seen the heads of normally sweet and loving children spin with bared teeth. I’ve watched conscientious mothers take to their beds with doors locked and pints of ice cream the only things they let in. I have witnessed overgrown yards with beer bottles strewn about, and grown men submerged in baby pools of tepid hose water and their own salty tears. So, it is no surprise that when it comes to cooling off during the

Well, except for me.

My husband, who has Yankee blood by the way, still doesn’t understand why I tiptoe into a pool of water even during the hottest time of the year down here. Yes, the water is a heck of a lot warmer than bathwater, seeing as the air is hotter than all of the nine circles

You can be a jumper, an easer-inner, a toe toucher, a belly flopper, or a flat-out screwdriver.

Some dive head on. A fair share plunge in feet first. Others may Lipton Tea-it. Quite a few don’t go near the water at all, they just soak it all in from the pool decking with a fan around cocktail hour, no matter whether it’s 101°F with a heat index of 116°F or 80°F with a cool breeze and a fading sun. In the end, what do we really know about preaching civility, especially when overly hot under the collar? The only thing we do know is “when in Rome,” follow your own flow. Like water, that’s where life comes from.

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Fabulous Fourth Everyone knows that 4th of July celebrations aren’t just on Independence Day in the Golden Isles. There will be fun activities starting Sunday, July 1 and continuing through the week, so keep this guide handy if you’re looking for patriotic parades and festive fireworks.

SUNDAY, JULY 1 On St. Simons Island, experienced party and show band Still Cruzin’ will be rocking the gazebo with Motown and R&B hits on the lighthouse lawn when they return for July’s Little Light Music concert. Pack a picnic dinner and favorite cold beverages, grab your lawn chairs, and come dancing under the stars with your family, friends, and neighbors during one of the island’s most

on the Beach Club Lawn is a highlight of the week and you’ll want to be there with

WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 Independence Day begins early on St.

spoons at 3:30 p.m. A BBQ at Rainbow

Simons Island with the Sunshine Festival

Island with live music and family fun and

5K and 1 Mile Fun Run presented by the

Bingo at The Cloister close out the day.

Golden Isles Track Club. The start time for

Reservations and Beach Club access

the 5K is 7:00 a.m. and the Fun Run takes

required for some activities, please see Sea

place at 8:00 a.m. The site for the race

Island’s website for details.

and award ceremony is Mallery Park. More

TUESDAY, JULY 3

information about the race, volunteer opportunities, and registration can be

beloved summer traditions. It’s a perfect way

Sea Island members and resort guests

found at goldenislestrackclub.com. The

to spend a warm Sunday evening. Tickets

have a fun-filled day that begins with the

Sunshine Festival Arts & Crafts Show at

are $12 for adults, and children under 12 are

Firecracker 5K, includes Family Olympics

Postell Park opens at 10:00 a.m. on the 4th

admitted free of charge. Tickets may be

at the Beach Club, parties for young

and vendors will be offering art and fine

purchased in advance at the Museum Store

princesses and pirates, and an Oceanside

crafts in a variety of mediums; show will

or at the gate on the evening of the concert.

Independence Celebration featuring Yacht

close for the day at 5:00 p.m. There is also

Rock at the Beach Club. Reservations and

an annual 4th of July golf cart parade in the

If you’d rather stay cool in the pool, head

Beach Club access required for some

Village. Fireworks will be held at the Pier just

over to Summer Waves Water Park on Jekyll

activities, please see Sea Island’s website

after sundown on Wednesday, the 4th, at

Island with the family to enjoy a Swim-In

for details.

approximately 9:00 p.m. There will be live music by Traveling Riverside Band at the St.

Movie. The Little Mermaid will be shown at 8:30 p.m. at the wave pool, so choose and

This year, Jekyll Island breaks from past

Simons Casino bandstand both before and

inner tube and while Ariel and her friends

tradition and holds its fireworks on

after the fireworks.

sing about what fun they have Under the

Independence Day Eve! Planned to begin

Sea. Movie is free with the purchase of a $15

after sunset, around 9:00 p.m., fireworks

Sea Island members and resort guests are

(plus tax) Night Splash ticket.

are best viewed from the beach between

invited to a flag raising ceremony on the

the Holiday Inn Resort and south to the

Beach Club Lawn featuring patriotic music

Days Inn on the oceanfront side of the

with Rich Wagner followed by the one-mile

island. Plan to arrive early to get your spot

Independence Day Fun Run (or walk/stroll)

to witness one of the most spectacular

on the beach. The annual 4th of July Parade

displays of fireworks in the Golden Isles.

takes place at 10:00 a.m. with walkers, cyclists,

MONDAY, JULY 2 For Sea Island members and resort guests, Monday, July 2 kicks off a week of holiday events celebrating Independence Day at the resort. The annual 50-foot Banana Split

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golf carts, vintage cars and floats. The day continues with fun and games at the

Beach Club and on the lawn at The Lodge

Sea Island’s Beach Club hosts a luau

Sea Island members and resort guests

with fireworks taking place at 9:00 p.m. at

featuring authentic tropical music, dancers,

are invited to enjoy a Southern-style

both locations. Reservations and Beach Club

and a traditional Hawaiian-style buffet

Supper on Rainbow Island with live music

access required for some activities, please

complete with a whole roasted pig. Sea

by Marshgrass and family activities.

see Sea Island’s website for details.

Island members and resort guests are

Reservations required.

invited to don their Hawaiian shirts and Begin the day on Jekyll Island with an old-

shake out their grass skirts to come out and

We hope that no matter what you do, you

fashioned 4th of July parade through the

join the party. Reservations and Beach Club

enjoy a safe and happy holiday. For updated

National Historic Landmark District. All are

access required.

event information and information about

welcome to participate in this free event

live music happening each week, make sure

hosted by the Jekyll Island Museum by

FRIDAY, JULY 6

decorating your bikes, golf carts, strollers

The Sunshine Festival Arts & Crafts Show

emails, check our website calendar and

and wagons and donning patriotic attire.

continues in Postell Park on St. Simons Island

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Pets are invited to participate too, but they

from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

Island Living on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We’ll keep you in the know all

must be leashed. The procession will line up at 9:00 a.m. and parade will begin at 9:30

A Rainbow Island Low Country Boil with live

a.m. Participation is free and prizes will be

music and family fun is open to Sea Island

awarded following the parade. Spectators

members and resort guests by reservation.

are encouraged to line the parade route to

you’re signed up for our weekly EIL Insider

cheer and wave or to join festivities taking

SATURDAY, JULY 7

place at the Skeet House and Sans Souci

The Southern Grown Independence

lawn while awaiting the procession. For more

Celebration Farmers Market takes place

information, call the Jekyll Island Museum

at The Market at Sea Island from 9:00

at 912.635.4036. Later, head over to Beach

a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Open to the public,

Village for “Red, White & Bounce,” a fun-filled

this holiday market will feature Sea

afternoon of water slides, bounce houses,

Island’s baked goods and other

sidewalk sales by the merchants, and live

gourmet fare, handmade goods

music on the Village Green.

by artisan vendors, including jewelry

summer long.

and textiles. Fresh lemonade and live In Historic Downtown Brunswick, it’s an Old

entertainment will help you beat the heat.

Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration at Mary Ross Waterfront Park. Kids of all ages

The Sunshine Festival Arts & Crafts Show

are invited to play classic games like sack

continues in Postell Park on St. Simons Island

races, horseshoes, hula hoop contests and

from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

ball games, and to enjoy free watermelon.

Festivities at the park begin at 7:00 p.m.

The Jacksonville Jaguars D-Line will perform

Fireworks will take place over the river at

in a special patriotic version of Jekyll Island’s

approximately 9:00 p.m.

Beach Village Music Series. Bring a beach

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blanket or lawn chair to set up on the Village Green to enjoy the sounds of summer at

The Sunshine Festival Arts & Crafts Show

these free community concerts.

continues in Postell Park on St. Simons Island

Music begins at 5:30 p.m.

from 10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.

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UGA Circle of Distinction inductee Sonny Seiler, son Charles, daughter Swann, family friend Bobby Lenihan, and UGA X “Que” (Photo by Wingate Downs)

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hen EIL contacted Frank W. “Sonny” Seiler, we interrupted him out working in his garden.

This immediately brought to mind the green thumb of legendary coach and former University of Georgia Athletic Director, Vince Dooley, the very impetus for this phone call. Dooley himself is a master gardener and has both a camellia and a hydrangea named after him, so we wondered aloud if Dooley had inspired Seiler to create a blooming floral oasis at his Savannah home. Sonny was quick to dispel the notion, clarifying that his is a vegetable garden 54

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and Coach Dooley is well-aware of his stance on gardening too: “If you can’t eat it, I won’t grow it.” He enjoys the tending on warm sunny mornings, however, and looks forward to harvesting the fruits of his labor.

It was the fruits of a different kind of labor – Sonny’s lifelong labor of love for the University of Georgia – that had prompted our call. For those who don’t know “Daddy Dawg,” as he’s fondly called by his daughter, island resident, Bess Thompson, Sonny is a “double dog” UGA alum with both undergraduate and law school degrees from Georgia. The former Savannah

barrister is the patriarch not only of the Seiler family, but of the university’s beloved English bulldog mascots since 1956, as the owner of “Uga” from I (Hood’s Ole Dan) through X (Que). We were excited to learn that he was recently named to the UGA’s Circle of Distinction, an honor granted to fewer than a dozen recipients in the 16 years since its inception.

In 2002, during his days as Athletic Director, Vince Dooley helped establish the Circle of Distinction award to honor individuals who have extended extraordinary support to Georgia athletics through the years. Of the initial

You need only hear the cheers erupt on the field when the members of the Seiler family arrive with the nation’s most well-known mascot to know that this family’s contributions to the school are remarkable and indelible.

2002 class of four inductees that year, Dooley said, “I have known each one of them from the time that I first arrived in Athens 40 years ago. Their loyalty and generosity has been unwavering during all that time.” That Class of 2002 included Freddy Farah, Leon Farmer, Don Leebern, and Jack Turner. J. Warren Mitchell (2003), Rankin M. Smith (2011), Jim Nalley (2012), Alice and John Sands (2013), Tom Cousins (2015) have been the only other recipients of the honor – until this year.

Sonny was chosen to join the ranks of these ten distinguished inductees in recognition for his extensive contributions to the University of Georgia and its athletic programs.

A well-deserved honor, as Sonny has not only contributed to the school financially and made substantial commitments to the university in his role as Uga’s owner, he has also been president of the University of Georgia National Alumni Association and chairman of the Georgia School of Law Board of Visitors. He has also has served on the boards of the athletic association, the Georgia Student Educational Fund, and the University of Georgia Foundation, according to UGA Athletic Director Greg McGarity.

Seiler says, “First of all, I’m very honored. If you look at the authentic background of the award, those are some very deserving people. I’m honored to be included with them.” He also recognizes that this award is made even more special by that fact that it has not been granted to anyone since 2015. The Circle of Distinction award presentation was held as part of the university’s Circle of Honor Awards, an annual tribute to outstanding former student-athletes. Sonny thought that was a very fitting tie-in and he and daughter, Swann Seiler, who attended the event with him, agreed that it was quite a lovely evening, although he adds, “you can’t tell from the pictures, but it was freezing cold in Athens and we were dying to get inside!”

This isn’t the first time Sonny has been recognized for his contributions to the school, but it might be the sweetest, as the university presented him with a ring that Sonny says proudly “looks similar to the ones they have for the national championship,” as well as a beautiful award statute. In 1998, the Council for Advancement and Support of Education presented him with the William W. Franklin Volunteer of the Year Award. In 2000, the National

Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame honored him with its Distinguished American Award. In 2001, the university bestowed the highest recognition they have for alumni, the National Alumni Merit Award, on Sonny and his late wife Cecelia. You need only hear the cheers erupt on the field when the members of the Seiler family arrive with the nation’s most well-known mascot to know that this family’s contributions to the school are remarkable and indelible.

Bess was disappointed to have missed the celebration in Athens for her “Daddy Dawg” due to sports commitments for her graduating senior, but she is absolutely thrilled about him getting the red carpet treatment from the university. She says, “It really is a such an honor, especially when this isn’t something being awarded every year, and it’s such an exciting time for the Dawgs. They’re playing at the top of their game, so it couldn’t be more fitting. There were some slim years, and Daddy’s loyalty never swayed. He is truly a super fan. I can’t think of anyone who deserves this more – and at such a perfect time!”

Agreeing that this is a good time to be a Georgia Bulldog and happy to see his team finally at the top of the pack, Sonny chuckles, “I like to think the dog had something to do with it. I don’t know if he got a vote. He’ll never tell.” You can see from the photo that Que did dress up for the ceremony! We happen to think both the dog and the man are something special.

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Disney Summer T his summer, two Disney Jr. productions will be making their way to stages in the Golden Isles. In June, the Golden Isles Penguin Project will inspire you to “Believe!” when it presents Peter Pan, Jr. The Island Players’ annual Young People’s Summer Workshop will bring Simba, Rafiki, and friends to the stage in July with their production of The Lion King, Jr.

If you haven’t heard of the Golden Isles Penguin Project, here’s a little background. The Penguin Project was conceived by Dr. Andrew Morgan, a developmental pediatrician, to give children with special needs an opportunity to participate in the performing arts.

Children and young adults with disabilities are cast in all roles in a musical theater production. They all sing, dance, and act in the show. The special needs participants (artists) receive assistance throughout the entire process from on-stage peers (mentors). The Golden Isles Penguin Project was launched last year with 21 artists and 24 mentors who performed Annie, Jr. before sold-out audiences.

Local singer Annie Akins was asked to participate last year and came out of the experience saying it’s been one of the most rewarding things she’s ever done. She did not hesitate to return as Music Director for this year’s production of Peter Pan, Jr., joining producer Allyson Jackson, the impetus behind bringing the Penguin Project to the Golden Isles, Lisa Jinkins, and Director Heather Heath, as a team who work together flawlessly. Annie’s praise for Heather especially is effusive, explaining that Heather’s incredibly calm, encouraging and supportive nature is hugely important during rehearsals and working with the kids. “In fact,” Annie says, “I can’t imagine anyone else who could pull this off so successfully!”

And successful it has been indeed! Not only were last year’s performances sold out, but participation for Peter Pan, Jr. has increased by about half, with more than 30 artists (and mentors for each) and a majority of the art-

ists and mentors who participated last year returning for this year’s show. That’s a testament to what a great experience it was for everyone involved. Additionally, there was excellent turn-out and financial benefit from a recent fundraiser for the program that included a delicious Low Country Boil prepared and generously hosted by Driftwood Bistro and a preview performance of some of the numbers from Peter Pan Jr. Annie says the community has been incredibly supportive and it seems like everyone has a connection to someone participating. (continues)

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These wonderfully enthusiastic kids are hard at work on their lines, songs, and dance moves, and they never fail to make you smile and inspire, so plan to fly away to Neverland with Peter, Tink, and the Darling children June 14-17 and get your tickets before the ticking of the clock in the croc catches up with you! Shows take place at The Ritz Theatre in Historic Downtown Brunswick Thursday-Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 3:00 p.m. One week only, so don’t miss out on this very special production of the adaptation of the Disney classic and J.M. Barrie’s enchanting tale of the boy who won’t grow up. Purchase tickets at The Ritz box office or online at goldenislesarts.org.

June at the Casino Theater on St. Simons Island will find dozens of kids creating the “Circle of Life” of the African savannah on stage as they prepare for the July production of the annual Island Players Young People’s Summer Workshop. The workshop has been a theatre tradition for kids ages 8-18 since 1975 and draws about 60-80 participants each year. In addition to being a fun summer activity and bonding experience for kids, YPSW teaches these young actors various aspects of the theater, including stage etiquette and how to be a responsible team participant. Many of the YPSW actors have pursued a love of theatre through high school and community drama clubs and

extending into college. It’s wonderful to see them flourish and soar to greater heights in the world of theater after developing their “wings” on the YPSW stage.

This year, the YPSW will be presenting the much-loved adventures of Simba and friends in Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. under the direction of familiar face and Island Players veteran Jeff Dempsey. Tammy Kavanaugh is producing the show based on the Broadway production

by Julie Taymor with familiar tunes by Elton John and Tim Rice. Bring your little ones out to sing along and see their favorite characters.

As always, there will be two casts of performers who alternate performance days. Show dates are July 18-29 with 7:30 p.m. performances Monday-Saturday and 3:30 p.m. matinees on Sunday. All shows will take place at the St. Simons Casino Theatre at 530 Beachview Drive. Tickets are available for purchase at theislandplayers.com or at the box office. Please be aware that these shows do sell out so arrive early if you are planning to buy your tickets at the box office.

You don’t need a trip to Florida to enjoy a Disney experience this summer. Stay cool in the theatre and catch one or both of these classic tales performed by the young actors in our community. You might just walk away with some pixie dust in your pocket or singing “Hakuna Matata”!

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BRUNSWICK’S NEW OPPORTUNITY ZONE

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by Joey Strength

ave you considered investing in Brunswick?

If so, now may be the time, following the designation of portions of Brunswick and mainland Glynn County as Opportunity Zones under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

The Opportunity Zone Program was established to spur economic development and job creation in designated communities by providing meaningful tax deferral and abatement incentives to investors. Investments in these communities, under certain conditions, may be eligible for preferential tax treatment. Earlier this year, Governor Nathan

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Deal nominated portions of Brunswick and mainland Glynn County, among other areas of the state, for the program. The U.S. Treasury Department approved his designations on April 9, 2018.

This new economic development tool provides for deferral for short- and longterm capital gains for existing investments in nearly all asset classes (including stocks and bonds and similar investments) if the capital gain portion of a sale of those investments is reinvested within 180 days in a Qualified Opportunity Fund.

The program further provides for possible abatement for all future gains within a Qualified Opportunity Fund.

The tax on the deferred gain will be due on the earlier sale of the investment in the Qualified Opportunity Fund or on December 31, 2026,

in the amount of the lesser or the remaining deferred gain (following application of any earned basis step-ups) or the fair market value of the investment in the Qualified Opportunity Fund. If an investment is maintained in a Qualified Opportunity Fund for five years, the investor will receive a step-up in basis equal to 10 percent of the original deferred gain, and if the investment is maintained for seven years, the investor will receive an additional five percent step-up in the basis of the deferred gain. Significantly, any post-investment gain in the Qualified Opportunity Fund is excluded from gross income if the investment is held for 10 years or more.

A Qualified Opportunity Fund is a partnership or corporation created to invest in eligible business and property

development that is located in an Opportunity Zone. The fund must maintain at least 90 percent of its assets in Qualified Opportunity Zone Property, which can include stock, partnership interests, and business property located in an Opportunity Zone, including commercial buildings, equipment, and other forms of property, and the investment must trigger new business use or significant redevelopment activity within an Opportunity Zone.

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The U.S. Treasury Department is drafting additional details regarding the certification process for Qualified Opportunity Funds. It will be worthwhile to continue monitoring these developments, as the program offers significant planning opportunities for investors and promises to generate additional long-term investment in our community.

JOEY STRENGTH is a partner at HunterMaclean and practices primarily in real estate and development law, estates and trusts, and business transactions. He is a trusted advisor to his clients, ranging from individuals to publicly traded companies, and provides them with quality legal representation and advice across various areas. Joey strives to understand his clients’ personal and business needs to find creative solutions to their legal problems. Hunter Maclean is located at 777 Gloucester St., #400 in Brunswick. The office can be reached by phone at 912.262.5996 or visit their website at huntermaclean.com.

This article is for informational purposes and not for the purpose of providing legal or tax advice. If you are interested in pursuing a project in an Opportunity Zone, or investing in a Qualified Opportunity Fund, consult with an attorney and accountant following these developments.

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hen someone mentions Hospice of the Golden Isles (HGI), you’re likely to hear something like “they are angels on earth” or “my family never would have made it without them.” Many lives have been touched by HGI’s services. This nonprofit agency has deep roots in our community and has been caring for our friends and family for almost 40 years. Hospice team members are our neighbors, friends, and family.

HGI’s services are unique in many respects.

HGI was founded in 1980 as a volunteer endeavor even before Medicare funding was made available for hospice care in 1983.

Although most hospice care they provide is home-based, HGI is the only local hospice that operates a freestanding Hospice House, including a 12-bed inpatient facility and 12-bed residential program that serves as a critically important safety net for some of the most vulnerable in our community.

In 2010, HGI hired a full-time Chief Medical Officer, Dr. John Shaner, the only local physician who is Board certified in Hospice & Pal-

liative Medicine as well as Internal Medicine.

In addition to providing excellent clinical oversight of HGI, Dr. Shaner serves as the Medical Director for Golden Isles Palliative Care, HGI’s new specialty service that provides expert treatment of all stages of chronic illness.

Executive Officer, Karen Brubaker Miller, to discuss Hospice’s exceptional accomplishments.

EIL: How does it feel to be the only hospice in Georgia to receive HEALTHCAREfirst’s Hospice Honors Award for six consecutive years?

KBM: Our team is thrilled to receive this

Southeast coastal Georgia’s original hometown hospice, HGI is mission-minded, with a Board of Directors and senior leadership team who live locally and are invested in the community.

HGI provides over $750,000 of uncompensated care annually (10% of the annual budget) to ensure access to high quality hospice services for all eligible patients who need their expert care. HGI’s bereavement services are available to the community and they conduct an annual Lights of Love memorial service to support families who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

HGI has the privilege of serving more than 600 patients and their families each year and continues to receive national recognition for exceptional quality of care while serving more patients than ever before in the history of the organization. EIL reached out to HGI’s Chief

very special national recognition from HEALTHCAREfirst for the sixth year in a row. Hospice Honors is a prestigious award for hospices who receive outstanding results on family satisfaction surveys after their loved one has died on Hospice care. Survey questions assess satisfaction with services by each member of the team, responsiveness of after-hours care, education and support for caregivers, and whether they would recommend the hospice to others. The Hospice Honors award is given to hospices scoring above national averages on 20 of the 24 evaluated survey measures. Hospice Honors Elite is awarded to hospices achieving above average scores on all 24 measures. Our team is proud that HGI is the only hospice in Georgia to obtain the Elite Designation, in addition to Hospice Honors, twice in six years. Consistently, survey results (continues)

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demonstrate that 99% of respondents would recommend HGI to others.

EIL: How difficult is it to obtain Hospice Honors Elite status?

KBM: Approximately half of all hospice providers

nationally subscribe to HEALTHCAREfirst to administer hospice satisfaction surveys, so this is an excellent annual quality benchmarking opportunity. In 2017, more than 2,000 hospice providers participated in HEALTHCAREfirst’s quality comparison program; 400 received Hospice Honors and 68 received Hospice Honors Elite (the top 3%). Only 4 hospices in Georgia earned the Hospice Honors Elite designation. HGI has the distinction of being the only hospice in Georgia that has received Hospice Honors every year since the award program was established.

EIL: What makes Hospice of the Golden Isles different from other hospices?

KBM: Hospice of the Golden Isles’ greatest

asset is our team members. Our nurses, social workers, chaplains, nursing assistants, volunteers, and support staff are dedicated and bring great compassion and expertise to their work every day. We have outstanding support from our Board of Directors, many of whom have had a personal hospice experience, as well as a highly experienced Leadership team. We are fortunate to have a broad, generous base of support, including our faithful Hospice Auxiliary that raises funds on our behalf, and a strong partnership with Southeast Georgia Health System. While in the growing hospice

industry today almost 75% of hospices nationwide are for-profit companies, Hospice of the Golden Isles remains one of the few longstanding community-founded, not-forprofit hospices in the country. HGI offers the most options for care and serves our patients at home, in nursing homes or assisted living facilities, in the hospital, and at our Hospice House. We remain true to our mission and formulate strategic planning and decisions in response to the needs of our community.

EIL: Tell us more about Golden Isles Palliative Care.

KBM: Establishing a palliative care program

has been part of our strategic plan since 2010 when we recruited Dr. Shaner. In 2016-17, HGI was fortunate to receive generous grant funding from the St. Marys United Methodist Church Foundation and the Healthcare Georgia Foundation to help launch this important initiative and improve quality of life for those with serious illness in our community. Our palliative care physician, nurse practitioner, and nurse navigator partner with Southeast Georgia Health System to operate their Palliative Care Center through inpatient hospital consultations and an outpatient clinic at the Brunswick hospital. In the future, we plan to increase the availability of palliative care services to patients living in nursing homes and at home and expand our service area.

EIL: What is palliative care?

KBM: Palliative care is a medical specialty

that focuses on providing relief from the

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symptoms and stress of serious illness and can be provided along with curative treatment. It has been demonstrated to improve both quality and even length of life for patients of all ages and at any stage of serious illness. It provides patients and their loved ones with assistance in making informed choices about their medical care.

Palliative care is provided by a team of doctors, nurses, and other specialists working together with a patient’s family and other doctors to provide an extra layer of support.

EIL: How can someone access palliative care services?

KBM: Our Palliative Care team works in a

consultative role along with your Attending Physician and other doctors to help coordinate your care. If you are dealing with a serious illness, your physician can refer you to our Palliative Care program. To learn more about Golden Isles Palliative Care, visit goldenislespc.org or call 912.289.9200.

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office. I’m still looking for a moustache for him.

He must have a moustache; he looks naked without one. And yes, I named him Cecil. It just fits.

Many of my cars have been named, so it seemed appropriate to name the bike this time around.

Based on my last new bike purchase, he’ll be around for a while.

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Bicycles and Balance

I Seaside Ophthalmology has opened a St. Simons location to serve our island community. Dr. Tara Jordan, O.D., and Dr. John Minkoswki, M.D., team up to provide expert eye care, and our optical promises to impress even the most elite clientele.

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’ve had four new bicycles in my life. I’m very excited about the new one. When I was in elementary school I remember getting a BMX bike with a blue sparkle paint job. That was the bike I learned to jump and pop wheelies on. Then it was the black and hot pink mountain bike; remember, back in the late 80s and early 90s, hot pink was a thing! That was the bike I wrecked, resulting in a mild concussion. Then came my first serious bike, when I bought a Trek hybrid my first year of college. I had that bike for half my life. I babied it. It didn’t see its first rust until I loaned it to a car-less friend in seminary for a few months. I remember walking up to the school one winter day, laughing at the sight of some fool who left their bike locked up during a winter storm, resulting in an ice-encrusted bike. Then I realized it was my bike.

I actually gave away that Trek a couple of years ago and inherited a ten-year old mountain bike when a friend upgraded. Even though it was ten years old, I thought it was great. It had a front suspension and thumb shifters. I enjoyed riding it, but I quickly realized I didn’t like the frontleaning hunch that was required to ride it. When I developed tennis elbow, the stance and the grip required to ride simply didn’t work anymore, and I realized a needed a new bike. Since this year marks a milestone birthday, the kind with a zero on the end, my wife went bigger than a typical birthday and got me one – exactly what I wanted.

Cecil came home last month. Cecil is an ebony Electra Townie Balloon 8D EQ, if that means anything to you. If it doesn’t, he’s basically a cruiser-style, pedal forward, fat tire work of art.

He’s got both a front and rear rack, a leather tool bag, a leather cup holder, and canvas and leather panniers to help me get back and forth to the

I have had more fun riding a bicycle since Cecil than I have had in a very, very long time. It may make me seem like an old man, but I am so pleased to have a bicycle that is comfortable to ride, and one that is also practical. I never needed a mountain bike; we live in a place with perhaps a ten foot variance in elevation, if that, and no mountains even visible on the horizon! A friend confirmed that I look like an 80-year old man (no offense) on my big cruiser wearing my helmet (I learned from my childhood concussion!), but I must look like a happy 80-year old man. I have literally caught myself smiling while riding.

I have noticed one thing I’ve lost over the years, however. I have lost the ability to ride hands free. I used to ride all over without touching the handlebars, but now, I get shaky and need to keep at least one hand on the handlebars. I’m not sure when I lost my balance. I suppose riding became less fun somewhere along the way, or I simply didn’t ride quite as much, and the ability just faded away. To keep my balance, I need to keep a grip on things.

I’m hoping that will change as I ride more frequently again, now that it is more enjoyable.

Balance is a tricky thing that way. Life is constantly in flux. Sometimes the harder we try to hold on to it, the more we wobble and stumble. Sometimes we’re able to find that comfortable groove where it seems we can just enjoy the ride, and other times, it’s less than enjoyable. For me, part of balancing in real life is trusting that when I let go of some of those things I am afraid to release, that I can, in fact, make it through. It helps to remember that God is along for the ride, and God can take on some of those things for me. Without God, I’m not sure I could manage.

So, Cecil and I are going to be out practicing letting go. Between God and my helmet, I’m not too worried about what will happen. If you see a handsome mustachioed bike on the Island with a rider grinning from ear to ear, feel free to say hello.

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ART YOU CAN HANG OR WEAR Kelby’s Original Art is an online gallery where you can shop a wide variety of artwork. Kelby Haugabook’s artwork ranges from original works on canvas to wearable art like colorful sarongs and scarves, similar to the one held by our model in the photo on page 26. Have you ever thought about being able to wear a custom painting or your pet’s portrait on an Italian silk scarf?

To learn more, contact Kelby.

Commission inquiries can be of any subject, such as pet portraits, landscapes, architecture, on-site wedding receptions, still life,

figures, etc. Oil and acrylic are Kelby’s preferred mediums. Her artwork is currently displayed for purchase at Hospice of the Golden Isles in Brunswick. Her scarves are available at Cloister Collection on St. Simons Island.

MIXED NUTS GIVES BACK Designer consignment boutique, Mixed Nuts on St. Simons Island recently made a donation

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To learn more about what Kelby’s Original Art has to offer, upcoming and past events, charity donations, press releases, and current vendors, visit kelbyoriginals.com.

You can reach Kelby by phone at 478.320.3182

to Hospice of the Golden Isles (HGI) to further the non-profit mission of providing expert quality hospice care to anyone in the five-county service area (who is hospice eligible) regardless of ability to pay. This is an ongoing campaign with Mixed Nuts in which consignors can donate their clothing to the HGI account and 85% of the sales profit will go directly to the hospice. There will also be monthly featured items, like designer handbags, from which a portion of the sales will go to HGI. Mixed Nuts is known for having fantastic fashion at affordable prices. For more information on this campaign, contact Patty Crosby at pattycrosby@hospice.me or phone 912.265.4735 or Charlene Stahl at mixednutsssi@gmail.com or 912.434.9600.

time of need.

They’ve never forgotten that giving spirit and it serves as the driving force behind their desire to help others in our community through the Firebox Initiative. The Initiative will provide grants to hospitality industry employees coastal Georgia, assisting those who are in need of financial assistance due to

illness, accident, natural disaster or the death of an immediate family member, as well as scholarships for disadvantaged students. For more information about the Firebox Initiative or to make a donation, visit ssbbqfirebox.com.

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FLORIST GETS NEW HOME A Courtyard Florist has moved across Frederica Road to a new, larger showroom in Longview Plaza, around the corner from St. Simons Drug Company. A Courtyard Florist creates beautiful and long-lasting floral arrangements that can be delivered locally or anywhere in the world.

Stop in to see Patty Rogers and her son Kyle and

check out their wide variety of lush green plants and colorful bloomers, as well as a unique assortment of gifts, including gourmet food baskets, spa products, balloons, and stuffed animals, home décor, and more. Whether you’re looking to console a loved one or celebrating a special day, A Courtyard Florist will design the perfect floral statement for you. They can also help make your wedding or special event, a “blooming” success! Located at 1700 Frederica Road, # 103, 912.634.9622. acourtyardflorist.com

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New pantry items such as a large selection of gourmet cheeses, charcuterie, olives, teas, housewares and more. Experience it for yourself. 306 Redfern Village, goldenislesoliveoil.com.

GOLDEN ISLES OLIVE OIL EXPANSION OPENS The much-anticipated expansion at Golden Isles Olive Oil is complete. The additional space includes a demonstration kitchen managed by Chef Traci McWain, who has relocated from Los Angeles, CA. Chef Traci and numerous guest chefs will be hosting a vast array of cooking classes with a wide variety of topics. Watch the calendar on the GIOO website for dates and times of all classes and events i.e.: Ladies who Lunch, Wellness Wednesdays and Tea Party Tuesday. Enjoy the new wine bar with the largest wine by the glass list available on the island and appetizers, cheese and charcuterie boards and small bites paired perfectly with your wine

The contributions will fund irrigation for the newly planted live oak trees in the Mary Ross Waterfront Park and support the Land Trust’s Canopy Campaign. Established as a non-profit educational corporation in 1997, the Live Oaks Garden Club actively contributes to beautification projects in Glynn County. They maintain the butterfly garden in Demere Park, have provided funds for the new plantings at Jekyll Square in Brunswick and continuing contributions to the St. Simons Land Trust for ongoing conservation efforts. Additional beautification projects they have supported over the years include the John Gilbert Nature Trail, landscaping for the Frederica/Demere roundabout, and live oak trees along Demere Rd. BEAUTIFYING THE COMMUNITY The Live Oaks Garden Club recently presented checks to the Brunswick Urban Redevelopment Agency and the St. Simons Land Trust.

PICTURED: Emily Ellison, Development Director, SSLT; Beth Thornton, Treasurer, LOGC; Connie Shelnutt, President, LOGC; and David H. Pope, Executive Director, SSLT.

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W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G FORT FREDERICA - DIG IT! Fort Frederica with the Southeast Archeological Center, Friends of Fort Frederica, and Golden Isles Archaeology Society will be hosting archeological excavations within the Town of Frederica from May 29 through June 6. Fort Frederica is inviting members of the public to come to the park and assist the archeologists during the excavations between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. This is the first large scale archeological work to occur at Fort Frederica since 1978 when Dr. Nicholas Honerkamp completed work in the South Ward area. Volunteers will be integral in assisting the archeologists with digging, screening, mapping, and washing artifacts. Your help will expand our knowledge of Fort Frederica and St.

Simons Island. This is an incredible opportunity to learn about real archeology and scientific process from real archeologists. Those inter-

LOVE LETTERS Brunswick Actors’ Theatre presents “Love Letters,” the decade-spanning tale of love, life, family and friendship told through the correspondence of Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner. From childhood friendship through school romance to wartime separation and pursuit of family and career through life’s ups and downs until the end, this play will make you laugh and maybe shed a tear or two as well. Featuring performances

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Showtimes June 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 at 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays and 3:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoons. Doors open 45 minutes prior to curtain and reserved seating is available. Ticket price includes desserts and beverages. Purchase online at soglogallery.com or call the ticket hotline at 912.280.0023.

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COME PLAY WITH THE CLAY It’s time to sign up for Handmade for the Hungry pottery classes with Debbie Craig at Glynn Visual Arts. The hand-built bowls made in these classes are donated to be sold at the Empty Bowl fundraiser for America’s Second Harvest, our local food bank. Last year’s event raised enough money to provide more than 9,000 meals for the hungry in Glynn County. Pottery class dates are July 10, 24 & 31, August 14 & 28, September 11 & 18. All classes will be held from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and cost $25. You can reserve your spot online at glynnvisualarts.org, and don’t forget to put the October 16 Empty Bowl Fundraiser on your calendar too. Enjoy a soup dinner in your favorite bowl and take it home after. See how wonderfully creative our community is!

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ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS FROM THE GOLDEN ISLES COLLEGE & CAREER ACADEMY RECENTLY HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK ALONGSIDE SEA ISLAND RESORT CHEFS to prepare a buffet dinner for guests at A Night with the Stars. Following the delicious meal, CheFarmer Matthew Raiford and Maestro Luis Haza spoke to the attendees gathered at the Retreat Clubhouse. 1. Lauren-Ashley Evans, Natalya Gibbs, Deamola Adebayo. 2. Lisa Marie McDaniel, Christine Williamson, Joye Karstensen. 3. Taniya Roberts, Hope Mungin, Andrew Stafford. 4. Stefanie Corbitt, Donna Ratliff. 5. Renae and Steven Kirk. 6. Christon Griffis, Regina Daniels. 7. Susan and Kelly Lipthratt. 8. Jennifer Butler, Julie Hearons, Ginny Johnson. 9. Allison and Trae Ross, Tara and Chad Goehring. 10. Teresa Norton, John O’Donnell, Tom Norton. 11. Laura and Mike Parrish.

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RECENTLY THE COASTAL GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY HELD A RECEPTION HONORING THE SOCIETY’S KEEPERS OF THE LIGHT AT THE A.W. JONES HERITAGE CENTER. At the event, they announced the completion of the capital campaign to fund the new World War II Home Front Museum. The 18-month long campaign raised more than $3.6 million. This new museum, slated to open in October of this year, will be the only permanent, standalone museum in the country relating to the World War II home front story.

For more information, visit coastalgeorgiahistory.org. 1. Nancy Glenn, Sally Hawie. 2. Caroline and Dwight Plyler. 3. Janice and Sam Brinkley. 4. Dwight Payne, John and Elizabeth Killgallon, Jan Payne. 5. Zach White, Sandy Jensen, Staci Bennett. 6. Grace Hopper, Larry Bacon, Linda Olsen. 7. Mary Bryan and Frank DeLoach. 8. Jean Hurst, Susan Bacon. 9. Grace Compton, Jack Dinos. 10. Nancy and Jeff Molitor. 11. Dave and Mike Fox. 12. Michael and Julie Johnson. 13. Stewart Long, Myrna Crooks.

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WITH WARMER WEATHER, PEOPLE ARE GETTING OUT TO MORE COMMUNITY EVENTS AROUND THE GOLDEN ISLES, LIKE FIRST FRIDAY IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK. FROM GRABBING COCKTAILS OR A BITE WITH FRIENDS, ENJOYING LIVE MUSIC, VISITING ART GALLERIES AND STUDIOS, OR DOING SOME SHOPPING WITH THE MANY PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES, THERE’S PLENTY OF FUN TO BE HAD DOWNTOWN ON THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH. 82

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HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION HELD THEIR ANNUAL PLEIN AIR INVITATIONAL HONORING LOCAL ARTIST AND LONGTIME HOFWYL SUPPORTER ALBERT FENDIG. Organized by Friends of Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation and artist George Netherton, this year’s event boasted over 50 local and regional artists who, despite an afternoon downpour, spent the day drawing and painting the scenic grounds of the historic plantation. The finished paintings will be displayed at various venues throughout the area during the upcoming year. 1. Louise Eaton. 2. Jennifer Broadus. 3. Donna Meyer. 4. Karen Keene. 5. Jane White. 6. Jeff LeMieux. 7. Tamata Daughtry. 8. Stephane Adams. 9. Sharon Cacase. 10. Gail Johnson. 11. Preston King. 12. Randon T. Eddy, George Netherton.

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ALTHOUGH INCLEMENT WEATHER FORCED THE FESTIVITIES INSIDE AT THE KING AND PRINCE BEACH & GOLF RESORT, A TASTE OF GLYNN WAS STILL A DECIDEDLY DELICIOUS AFFAIR! Local restaurants, chefs, and culinary teams showed off their stuff to benefit Glynn Community Crisis Center-Amity/Hope House and the silent auction was full of fabulous items. While teams do take home awards, we think everyone who participates is a winner because guests get to enjoy scrumptious fare and they are all supporting an important service in our community. 1. Sue Dercole, George and Genie Hessling, Ben Dercole. 2. Brian and Lori Colbert, Katie Rozier. 3. Suzy Hu Lewis, Melissa Reese. 4. Gail Anderson, Mary Smith.

5. Aliza Jones, Mavis Merritt. 6. Tammy Dunn, Janice Morgan. 7. Suzel and Kevin MacCallum. 8. John Bozza, Carter Wood, Janell Wood. 9. Donna and Steven Spencer. 10. Chandra Kendall, Barbie Johnson. 11. Mary, Roselyn and Russ Rathweg. 12. Hadley Mann, Samantha DiPolito.

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A PUPPIES & PINUPS PET ADOPTION & CHARITY EVENT WAS RECENTLY HELD AT MARY ROSS WATERFRONT PARK. The event hosted by Peacock Productions benefiting No Kill Glynn County, Coastal Animal Rescue Society and Glynn County Animal Control featured a car show, live music, and tasty offerings from Southern Soul Barbeque and Wake Up Coffee.

The ladies from Bombshell Belles and Grease Rags Atomic Style Society gave participants the opportunity to pose with pin-ups. (Photos by Leslie Hand Photography.) 1. Noni Davis Simmons, Jane Danger. 2. Syko and Katie Simmons. 3. Samantha Jordan, Sassy Anne, Miss Ida May, Laurie Luv, Missa Scott, Laura Chambers, Stephanie Dennis, Liz Murphy-Thomas, Lolly Pennycandy. 4. Jen Wolfe, Laurie Luv, Georgia Fury, Miss Ida May, Tara Le’Bara. 5. Loretta Martin, Brittany Gunn, Delila Mae. 6. Kitty Douglas, Lotta Boddy, Lolly Pennycandy, Miss Ida May, Georgia Fury. 7. Samantha Jordan.

8. Krystine and Austin Spivey. 9. Randi Zeagler, Haleigh Welch. 10. Meredi Anne Houlihan.

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RECENTLY JEKYLL ISLAND HOSTED ITS INAUGURAL BOOK FESTIVAL. GUEST AUTHORS DISCUSSED THEIR WORKS AND THE WRITING AND PUBLISHING PROCESSES. MORE THAN 25 AUTHORS PARTICIPATED IN THIS FIRST EVER ONE-DAY LITERARY EVENT AND WERE PRESENT TO SELL AND SIGN THEIR WORKS AND MEET ATTENDEES. THERE WAS ALSO LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR BIBLIOPHILES YOUNG AND OLD. 90

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MICHELLE MERRILL, THE NEW MUSIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR OF THE COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA was recently introduced to Symphony Patrons and Corporate Sponsors at a reception held at the Hall Booth Smith law firm. The 2018-19 season will begin with “Bernstein and Beethoven” on October 1. Season tickets are on sale now at coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org. (Photos provided.) 1. Conductor Michelle Merrill, President-elect Michael Frick, President Linda Muir. 2. Jack and Jeanne Earle McConnell, Sue and Bob Miller. 3. Pamela Hamilton, Susan Mower, Tom Milburn, Mary Hitt, Dee Wright. 4. Guenter and Terri Jaensch, Richard Salvatore, Michael Flores. 5. Renn and Sibby Gruber. 6. Marjorie Gruber, Terry and Jenifer Readdick.

7. Ann Lee, JoAnn Frick, Rosemary Jones. 8. Ann Tillman, Joan Wilson. 9. Sue Amiano, Fred Barlow. 10. Ralph and Barbara Brush. 11. Jim and Kay Harrell. 12. MJ Choate, Dave and Cindi Rawlins.

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Amphitrite: Built for War, Refitted for Leisure

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According to an article dated June 1, 1928 in the Brunswick Pilot newspaper, the ship provided every amenity for the discerning guest. All 76 rooms faced the decks, had running water, and were “furnished in sumptuous style.” Every other room was equipped with a private bath. A spacious roof garden could be found on top of the vessel, perfect for music and dancing on a summer evening.

The ship had an interesting history. Launched in 1883, she had been designed using the same general plan as the famous Civil War ironclad warship, U.S.S. Monitor. Before and

after seeing action in the Spanish American War, the Amphitrite served as a training ship.

She visited the Brunswick area several times between 1895 and 1901. The Pilot reported that she was used for local naval militia training exercises in 1897. Anchored in the river near Quarantine Island, the ship was used for gunnery practice, with “local boys” firing “big and little guns at targets distributed down the river and in the marsh over toward Jekyl.”

Later converted to a floating hotel, the Amphitrite spent seasons at Palm Beach, Florida and Beaufort, South Carolina before coming to Georgia. She was eventually scrapped in the 1950s.

This month’s images show the Amphitrite as a floating hotel and the Sea Island Yacht Club.

Our monthly images on this page are from the vast archives of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The Society’s mission includes the “administration, restoration and maintenance of historic facilities and resources … preserved as a living part of the historical and cultural foundations of our coastal community.” Society facilities include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, and the Maritime Center (formerly the U.S. Coast Guard Station). To learn more about the Society, its diverse programs, and the benefits of Society membership, please call (912) 638.4666, or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org.

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