Tocal - Spring 2020

SPRING 2020 T O CA L | Go l d e n Isl e s | SPRIN G 2020

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We specialize in training gun dogs, dogs interested in competing in AKC and UKC sanctioned hunt tests and field trials and the gentlemen's gun dog, dogs that flush and retrieve.

3099 Mayberry Road Patterson, GA. 31577 912-288-1549 mossypondretrievers.com

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Indigo & Cotton....................................................................7 Julia Chandler Lawing Fine Art...........................................18 FRONT AND Mari Max.............................................................................4-5 INSIDE BACK Meo’s Suite..........................................................................60 Restoration Imports.............................................................43 Rose & Vine.........................................................................36 St. Simons Drug Company....................................................2 Simple Elegance..................................................................64 The Sanding Blonde............................................................31 Uncle Don’s Local Market...............................................34-35 Wired Collaborative............................................................45 Georgia Beach Rentals, LLC................................................12 Ocean Lodge.......................................................................52 Thrive Senior Living.............................................................30 Village Inn and Pub.............................................................73

ANDERSON FINE ART GALLERY ORIGINAL PAINTINGS & WORKSHOPS

3309 Frederica Road // St. Simons Island, GA 31522

912.634.8414 www. AndersonFineArtGallery.com www.WorkshopsOnStSimonsIsland.com

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ST SIMONS DRUG COMPANY 209 LONGVIEW PLAZA ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GEORGIA 912.638.8676 2 TOCAL CITY GUIDE

Providing Comfortable Solutions for a

NEW SMILE! C O S M E T I C | R E S T O R AT I V E A N D I M P L A N T D E N T I S T R Y

912.634.4890

dentalcenterstsimons.com

DENTAL CENTER OF ST. SIMONS • 101 BRUNSWICK AVE • ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522

CELEBRATING 26 YEARS! A CONTEMPORARY BOUTIQUE SPECIALIZING IN EVERYTHING FROM FASHION AND FINE JEWELRY TO SHOES AND HARD-TO-FIND CLOTHING LABELS…A ONE STOP SHOPPING EXPERIENCE! 4 TOCAL CITY GUIDE

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PATSY BRYAN R E A L E S TAT E PROFESSIONAL 125 LONGVIEW PLAZA ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA, 31522 912.222.2587 BHHSHODNETTCOOPER.COM

A MEMBER OF THE FRANCHISE SYSTEM OF BHH AFFILIATES, LLC.

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SHOPS AT SEA ISLAND | 600 SEA ISLAND RD. | ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA

912-634-8884 | INDIGOSSI.COM

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Find Your Prime.

Rachel Kirby

Angie Ferra

Our mortgage team welcomes Angie Ferra Angela Ferra | Mortgage Originator, AVP

CONVENTIONAL JUMBO • VA • FHA 8 TOCAL CITY GUIDE

1663 FREDERICA ROAD, ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 O: 912-634-0933| C: 912-602-1613 F: 912-638-1705 aferra@primesouth.com | www.primesouth.com NMLS # 787367

USDA • PHYSICIAN CONSTRUCTION/PERM

Experience ABIGAIL HOOVER, MSN, FNP-BC CHARLES HOOVER, M.D., Medical Director

383 SYLVAN BLVD. • ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 • 912-434-6555 • ADVANCEDAESTHETICSANDSKINBAR.COM

enter home & haven

“I can help make buying fun and selling easy!”

Amy puts integrity, professionalism and knowledge first in order to give each and every customer and client the best possible service, all the while looking forward to a long-lasting friendship after the sale!

Amy Houston, Realtor

GardnerKeim 400 OCEAN BOULEVARD SUITE 1106 | SAINT SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 | 912-996-2617 ViewpointSSI.com Office Number: 912-638-5500

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SEAWORTHY HEALTH

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a modern guide to the golden isles

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letterEDITOR The Golden Isles is a fabulous place to live, work and play. Spring is one of my favorite seasons!

POST A SPECIAL PHOTO OF YOU OR YOUR FAMILY ON A GOLDEN ISLES ADVENTURE AND TAG #GETTOCAL.

I have so enjoyed getting to meet and know people from all types of businesses in and around the Golden Isle, and I have found the following to be true. No matter what the business or profession of choice, be it a restaurant, realtor, shop or pet care owner, medical facility, interior designer, etc., you are all vital to the heartbeat of our area. It takes a village, and we are all part of a bigger community!

In these pages, you will find business owners who care about our community. Meo’s Suite supported the Harvest Bank this fall by having customers bring in canned goods for a discount. Mari Max supports Communities in Schools with a portion of proceeds from an annual sale. Village Inn & Pub collaborates with Morning Star by providing apprenticing opportunities to their students.

One of my heart missions is through Hope 1312 Collective. “Hope deferred makes the heart weak but a longing fulfilled is the tree of life.”

Proverbs 13:12. Hope 1312 Collective supports the local foster system through a variety of avenues. Peruse through the magazine to learn more about how they improve our community and the future of children and families.

We’d love to hear back from each of you. What are some of the community minded missions that your heart follows? Tag us on @thetocalguide.goldenisles and use the hashtag @locallovegoldenisles to let us know!

During this unique season, we hope and pray that you and yours are staying well.

Thank you for allowing Tocal to be a part of this larger community!

AMY FRITCHMAN Editor

AMY FRITCHMAN EDITOR

ROBIN HARRISON ART DIRECTOR

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

LINDSEY CHRISTIAN, BEN GALLAND KRISZTIAN LONYAI, LESLIE HAND, TIM BROWN NICK TOTH, REBECCA GALLOWAY, AMY DEY

JAY MARTIN

ERIC LOVE

EDITING DIRECTOR

WEBSITE EDITOR / VIDEOGRAPHER

PATTI MARTIN

CHUCK JONES

SALES DIRECTOR

CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR

LANDON SPIVEY DISTRIBUTION DIRECTOR

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JULIA LAWING FINE ART

REPRESENTED LOCALLY BY PARKER GALLERY/SHOPS AT SEA ISLAND

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704-796-8253 | julialawing.com |

julialawingart

clothing + swim + accessories + shoes 3105 FREDERICA RD

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STORE: 912.434.9050 | CACHETTES.NET

407 MALLERY ST.

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We're the heart of hometown dermatology

GENERAL & SURGICAL DERMATOLOGY MOHS SKIN CANCER SURGERY MEDICAL GRADE SKINCARE PRODUCTS

Dr. Michael Sharkey

Dr. Richard James

Dr. Matthew Lucas

Micah Lancaster, PA-C

Our providers are currently welcoming new patients and referrals. Most insurance plans accepted

912-262-1801

1111 Glynco Parkway Building 1 Suite 20 Brunswick, GA 31525

GADERM.COM

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LICENSED | BONDED | INSURED PET FIRST AID & CPR CERTIFIED

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Open Monday thru Saturday for Lunch and Dinner 11- 8 Pre-Order of Meal Preparation Available for Dietary Requirements.

Dine In and Take Out Available 130 RETREAT PLAZA SSI, GA 31522 912.268.4137 SEASALTHEALTHYKITCHEN.COM WE OFFER DELIVERY THROUGH ISLANDTIMETAKEOUT.COM

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DESIGNED AND REDESIGNED FURNITURE AND DECOR

THE SANDING

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YOU IMAGINE IT. WE DESIGN IT. I BUILD IT.

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FRESH. FUN. From around Here

912.634.1610 1610 FREDERICA RD ST SIMONS ISLAND GEORGIA 31522

Great customer service, Fresh flower arrangements, Beautiful floral designs.

1602 NEWCASTLE STREET / BRUNSWICK, GA 31522 / (912) 289-9463 / theroseandvine.com

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Improve Your Space

1958 DEMERE ROAD, SAINT SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 912-268-4685 / www.islanddrapesandupholstery.com islanddrapesandupholsteryllc DESIGNS BY: BIGGS POWELL INTERIOR DESIGN & ANTIQUES

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Sheer Radiance 26 Market St.

Saint Simons Island, GA

(912) 268-2642

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FIVE STAR SERVICE FOR EVERY BUDGET

Alli Sweat Broker

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BEAUTIFULLY CURATED COLLECTIONS OF ONE-OF-A-KIND TURKISH RUGS AND FOUR TIMELESSLY CLASSIC SPECIALTY LIGHTING LINES

136 RETREAT PLAZA / ST SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 / 912.434.9293 / WIREDCOLLABORATIVE.COM GOLDEN ISLES 45

Spring IN THE GOLDEN ISLES | events |

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B E S T O F, A N D S U G G E S T I O N S } Written by CHUCK JONES

Spring is normally the most beautiful time of year in the Golden Isles. I say normally because nothing these days seems truly normal. However, we are still blessed to be able to enjoy the fantastic moderate weather, and the gorgeous scenery. That being said, the ugly truth is that most, if not all, of the events listed on these pages, which were compiled weeks before the inital crisis, have been canceled. This is disappointing for all of us. Like most of you, I love our area and want everything to be perfect just as it is, and I hope that we will very soon experience an end to this chaos. In the meantime however, all of us at Tocal would like to encourage each of you to please stay safe and follow all the guidelines that the president and CDC have put into place. We are a strong community and will come out of this like no other. I have every confidence, that starting with our Summer Issue on July 1st, that we will be well on our way back to the normalcy and grandeur of The Golden Isles.

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Spring Break Fishing Camp April 8th thru 10th, 9 a.m. thru 1 p.m. daily. Boats depart from Hampton River Marina on St. Simons Island. This is a fishing camp for kids ages 6 thru 14. It teaches them how to catch common inshore bottom fish, such as Whiting, Sharks, and Stingrays. All tackle is provided, just bring a packed lunch. Cost is $95 per child, per day.

Jekyll Island Book Festival April 11th, 10 a.m. thru 3 p.m., at the Village Green Pavilion. Features include author presentations, book signings, live music, and book and retail sales.

Also, a games tent where you can challenge family and friends to brain games.

Easter Sunrise Service April 12th on Jekyll Island, Great Dunes Park. Service from 6:30 a.m. thru 7:30 a.m.

Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Work April 25th, 10 a.m. thru 4 p.m. Pickup at Cassina's Tabby Cabins, Gascoigne Bluff on Saint Simons Island. Guests will tour 8 private gardens on Saint Simons. Advance tickets are $45, and can be purchased at www.cassinagardenclub.org. Also, a free marketplace at Hamilton Plantation Cabins at 1196 Arthur J Moore Drive, Saint Simons Island. It will feature local artisans and vendors, food trucks, an artists' sale, and tours of the Tabby Cabins.

FOR MORE E XCITING LOCAL INFORMATION, VISIT CHUCK ON HIS BLOG AT CHUCKYSCUISINELEISURE SCENE .WORDPRE SS.C OM 46 TOCAL CITY GUIDE

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A Little Light Music Concert Series May through September on the Saint Simons Lighthouse Lawn, on Sunday nights from 7 p.m. thru 9 p.m. May Event – May 3rd, with The Tams performing. June Event – June 7th, with Funk Brotherhood performing.

Admission is $15. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets with your favorite food and drink while relaxing by the seaside, taking in the beautiful scenery and inspiring music.

Mayfair Saturday, May 9th Downtown Brunswick and Mary Ross Waterfront Park. This is an all-day celebration beginning at 9 a.m. for the Blessing of the Shrimp Fleet. The festival features fresh seafood, a shrimp boat parade, arts, and other entertainment.

Georgia Sea Islands Festival June 5th and 6th at Gascoigne Bluff Park on St. Simons Island near Epworth.

This festival celebrates African-American tradition and culture of the Coastal Georgia Barrier Islands. There will be live music, traditional foods for tasting, and demonstrations of handmade crafts. If you have never been to this event, you will come out of it with a new appreciation of the contributions and heritage of the African-American communities in the history of The Golden Isles.

First Friday in Downtown Brunswick On the first Friday of every month, downtown Brunswick will host an event from 5 p.m. thru 8 p.m., where all the shops, galleries, and restaurants will stay open late and serve wine and snacks. There will be live music in the Signature Squares, creating a festive atmosphere for shopping and dining.

A great event for tourists and locals.

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PREVENTATIVE CARE DENTISTRY SURGERY EXOTIC PET CARE HOUSE CALLS WELLNESS PLANS ACUPUNCTURE ULTRASOUND DIGITAL RADIOLOGY LASER THERAPY BOARDING GROOMING 2603 Demere Rd. • St Simons Island, GA 31522

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Spa h s a l p S r e tson Salt Wat a W e k i l for dogs…

Litigation Support “With over 40 years of experience in fraud and divorce litigation support to attorneys, Coastal CPAs is always working diligently and proficiently to assist in winning your case!”

(912) 638-1010

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SHOP FURNITURE + HOME + LIFESTYLE

St. Simons Island’s hottest new boutique hotel features the endless creativity of premier furniture designer and Dutchmans shop owner Stephanie Bramble.

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Highlands | Cornelius | St. Simons Island | Chamblee | Atlanta dutchmansdesigns.com

GOLF CART SALES, SERVICE, & RENTALS highly preferred throughout the Golden Isles of Georgia for all your golf cart needs.

912.275.7725 Golden Coast Golf Carts / 2027 Stacy Street / Brunswick, GA 31520

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A Luxury Clothing Boutique classic | polished comfortable

50 AVIATOR PLACE UNIT 104 ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 (912) 215-2122 SHOPALLIEHARPER.COM

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| People to Meet |

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Iconic in the furniture business, Ward has for decades kept a beautiful store (Sweat's Furniture on Community Road in Brunswick) with the best choices, trends, and prices for Golden Islanders shopping for quality furniture. And you'll never meet a nicer and more loyal Georgia Bulldog.

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Formerly a chef at The Half Shell Restaurant in the St. Simons Village, Chef Connor broke out and opened his own diner with food that transcends diner quality. His expert culinary skills are in every dish, so it's a must to try. Chubs Diner is on St. Simons Island in the old Huddle House space next to Ace Hardware on Frederica Road.

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With the area of beauty we live in, nothing is more important than our eyes. Dr. Millican is an optometrist that has been taking care of them for years with care, expertise, and good nature. He has offices in Brunswick and on St. Simons, so he is always working hard for us.

pat cooper

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A Golden Isles native, Pat has long been a fixture in real estate, putting hundreds in their dream homes, while maintaining an important presence in the community and local affairs.

glenda cason

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One of the Golden Isles' most talented artists, Glenda specializes in capturing the area's natural beauty and wildlife on canvas. See her incredible collection at glenda-cason.pixels.com/art.

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Be a part of the Kentucky Derby without making the trip to Louisville this year by attending Frederica Academy’s 19th Annual Derby Day event. The race lasts two minutes. Your support will impact a lifetime of learning. Riders Up! 200 MURRAY WAY | SAINT SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 | (912) 222-6653 | FREDERICAACADEMY.ORG

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D E S I G N A N D P R OJ E C T M A N AG E M E N T / / H OT E L C O N C I E R G E S E RV I C E S AT H O M E CONTACT ROB KJEL L A ND E R AT 912.268 .4 0 92 | E M A I L : R O B K J @C OT TAGE C O N C I E R GE . N E T | C OT TAGE C O N C I E R GE . C O M

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4 Terrapin Terrace // 172 Turtle Track Lane // 195 Turtle Track Lane 199 Turtle Track Lane // 220 Turtle Track Lane // 253 Turtle Track Lane

Juliana B. Germano REALTOR CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE LIFETIME MEMBER 912.266.1775 jbgermano@parker-kaufman.com

PARKER-KAUFMAN REALTORS, Jekyll Island PROPERTY MANAGEMENT • VACATION RENTALS • REAL ESTATE SALES JEKYLL ISLAND OFFICE 912-635-2512 * THE COTTAGES OFFICE 912-319-2161 * WWW.PARKER-KAUFMAN.COM

Elizabeth M. Smith INTERIORS 3295 Frederica Road St. Simons Island, GA 31522 912-638-7025

Showroom Hours Mon.-Fri. 10-5 interiorselizabe@bellsouth.net

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EVERY FAMILY HAS A STORY… let us help write yours!

OUR EXPERIENCE

OUR GROWTH OUR COMMUNITY

We’re a Georgia-based company since 2002, with 17 years of experience. #1 Mortgage Purchase Lender in GA for the past 2 years.

We help local mission organizations overcome obstacles to hunger.

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They fixed my underlying symptoms; I now sleep without neck pain. It is such a bonus to be pain-free and have a beautiful smile!

- Robin Greco, Savannah

• State-of-the-art Technology • Non-invasive, Pain-free treatments • Friendly Staff • On Time Appointments

Serving Coastal Georgia and Patients Nationwide with offices located in Savannah and Bluffton 912.417.5252 | BeyondExceptionalDentistry.com 66 TOCAL CITY GUIDE

WHETHER YOU'RE RETIRED OR ON VACATION,

when life happens ERGENT MED IS HERE TO GET YOU BACK TO ENJOYING

Island Time!

106 Retreat Village | Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 | (912) 434-9316 | ergentmed.com GOLDEN ISLES 67

Opening Spring/Summer 2020 DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK 1325 NEWCASTLE STREET

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"SILVER BLUFF BREWING COMPANY IS A PRODUCTION BREWERY, BEER GARDEN, AND TAPROOM LOCATED IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK IN GEORGIA’S GOLDEN ISLES. THE GRAND OPENING OF THE 10,000-SQUARE-FOOT FACILITY AT 1325 NEWCASTLE STREET WILL BE IN SPRING/SUMMER 2020."

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912.275.7133 // www.firstlighthomecare.com

Cutie Patooties & Lillie B. TWEEN CLOTHING, GIFTS & ACCESSORIES

276 Redfern Village, Ste A Saint Simons Island, GA 31522

220 Redfern Village, Ste A Saint Simons Island, GA 31522

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The idea of estate planning terrified me. You made it all so clear and really put me at ease.

When we left that initial meeting, I knew without a shadow of a doubt that my family would be 100% taken care of and that you would do everything you could to help keep it as smooth as possible! Thank you for helping families like ours.

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ESTATE AND BUSINESS PLANNING FOR FAMILIES AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS

300 MAIN ST., SUITE 301 • ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522 912.268.4386 • WWW.COMPASSLAWGROUP.NET

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500 Mallery Street Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 912-634-6056 villageinnandpub.com

TRIVIA @ 8PM ON EVERY WEDNESDAY

COLLECTIVELY REWRITING THE STORY OF CHILD WELFARE We exist to share, support, and shape stories of children and families in foster care.

Every opportunity we provide centers on providing HOPE in hard places.

DIRECT SERVICES MONTHLY RESPITE Giving local foster and kinship families a well deserved break.

TRAINING AROUND CHILD WELFARE ISSUES Bi-monthly training open to the community, meeting the continuing education requirements for foster families.

ROYAL FAMILY KIDS A week-long, overnight and trauma informed summer camp specifically for children in foster care. Ages 6 - 12 All Direct Services are provided directly to foster children and families.

DAY OF HOPE An annual celebration, hosting the amazingly resilient children in our region who are eligible for adoption, and also celebrating their hope for a brighter future.

FAMILY FUSE EVENTS Semi annual fun events that create space for foster families to connect with volunteers and agency professionals to create unity.

MEALS FOR HOPE Freezer meal program to bless bio, kinship, and foster families with a weekly meal.

CARE COMMUNITIES Pre-existing group of individuals committing to serve a local foster or kinship family VOUCHERS Vouchers for local children’s consignment stores offered to families in need of items to support their placement.

HOPE CLOSET Located at DFCS and stocked to support the first 48 hours of new placements.

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.

PROVERBS 13:12

COMMUNITY SERVICES CAREPORTAL Technology that allows the community to respond to material needs of at-risk families identified by DFCS. When portal requests are met, it prevents removals and disruptions in placements.

TRAUMA INFORMED COMMUNITY TRAININGS Our clinical staff is available to train local schools, businesses, caregivers, and others regarding the distinct needs and appropriate response to children from hard places.

HEART GALLERY Innovative and strength-based displays of children waiting for their forever home that are utilized for awareness and recruitment purposes.

IT IS WELL Wellness program supporting local DFCS employees.

All Community Services expand beyond local foster children and families

912.399.7866 hope1312co@gmail.com hope1312co.org

PO Box 2114 Brunswick, GA 31521

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Spots of Beauty IN THE GOLDEN ISLES In these seemingly turbulent times of anxious thoughts, fears and uncertainty, sometimes it is too easy for us to become focused on the circulating messages of negativity and to forget the surrounding beauty of God's creation in this world, specifically the beauty that resides right here in the Golden Isles.

We want to take this opportunity to encourage each of you to stop and consider the great gifts and blessings that we have been given. Take the time to remember to "Set your mind on the things above," below and even right before your very eyes. Remind yourself of the hope and joy that comes with each new day and the dawning of each new sunrise.

We also want you to know that we care greatly for each and everyone of you, and we are so thankful to have you as part of our lives. Please know that you are always in our thoughts and in our prayers.

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Nature will bear the closest inspection. She invites us to lay our eye level with her smallest leaf, and take an insect view of its plain.

Henry David Thoreau

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3 Brin Hair Salon..................................................................65 Advanced Aesthetics + Skin Bar...........................................9 B.lush Salon + Spa...............................................................61 Misty’s Element Massage....................................................65 Refresh & Refine..................................................................65 Renue Plastic Surgery..........................................................63 Georgia Sea Grill.................................................................21 Sandy Bottom Bagels..........................................................44 Sea Salt Healthy Kitchen.....................................................29 St Simons Sweets................................................................27 Three Little Birds Coastal Catering......................................41 Beyond Exceptional Dentistry.............................................66 Coastal CPAs, LLC...............................................................49 Coley Electric.......................................................................37 Compass Law......................................................................72 Cottage Concierge..............................................................57 Dental Center of St. Simons..................................................3 Elizabeth Smith Interiors......................................................59 ERgent Med Immediate and Primary Care..........................67 FirstLight Home Care..........................................................70 Frederica Academy.............................................................56 Gardner Keim......................................................................10 Georgia Dermatology & Skin Cancer..................................24 Harrison Design...................................................................28 HomeStar............................................................................62 Hope 1312 Collective.....................................................74-75 Island Animal Hospital.........................................................48 Island Drapes.......................................................................38 Parker-Kaufman Realtors.....................................................58 Patsy Bryan, BHHS Hodnett Cooper.....................................6 Prime South Bank..................................................................8 Rebecca Strother + Realtor/Duckworth Properties.............55 Seaworthy Health, Dr. Michael Erwin..................................13 South + East Properties.......................................................42 The Sandbox.......................................................................40 Underwood Pet Sitting........................................................25 Webster Tile & Bath............................................................69 Golden Coast Golf Carts.....................................................51 Mossy Pond Retrievers...................................................... IFC Silver Bluff Brewery..............................................................68 Two Brothers Bike Shop......................................................26 Anderson Fine Art Gallery.....................................................1 Allie Harper.........................................................................53 Butler’s Stash.......................................................................39 Cachettes + St. Simons Home Accents...............................20 Cloth + Label.......................................................................19 Cutie Patooties / Lillie B. Tween..........................................71 Dutchmans..........................................................................50 Gentlemen’s & Lady Outfitters............................................11

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We specialize in training gun dogs, dogs interested in competing in AKC and UKC sanctioned hunt tests and field trials and the gentlemen's gun dog, dogs that flush and retrieve.

3099 Mayberry Road Patterson, GA. 31577 912-288-1549 mossypondretrievers.com

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Indigo & Cotton....................................................................7 Julia Chandler Lawing Fine Art...........................................18 FRONT AND Mari Max.............................................................................4-5 INSIDE BACK Meo’s Suite..........................................................................60 Restoration Imports.............................................................43 Rose & Vine.........................................................................36 St. Simons Drug Company....................................................2 Simple Elegance..................................................................64 The Sanding Blonde............................................................31 Uncle Don’s Local Market...............................................34-35 Wired Collaborative............................................................45 Georgia Beach Rentals, LLC................................................12 Ocean Lodge.......................................................................52 Thrive Senior Living.............................................................30 Village Inn and Pub.............................................................73

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