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ON AMELIA ISLAND The Amelia Island Blues Festival and the Amelia Island Jazz Festival bring some smokin’ good music to the island this fall.

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Of course, nothing compares to firsthand experience, so take advantage of this unprecedented musical season on Amelia and explore these two beloved American art forms.

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Fall has become the season for hot jazz and cool blues on Amelia! Two homegrown festivals, the Amelia Island Blues Festival and the Amelia Island Jazz Festival, will take place within just a few weeks of each other. The blues festival is new this year, but has started with great momentum from an inspired group of organizers whose passion for the blues has brought them together to create an exciting program that includes acclaimed musicians from all over the country.

Founded by Les DeMerle and Bonnie Eisele, the Amelia Island Jazz Festival has been bringing world-class jazz artists to Amelia for ten years. Last fall, we attended a concert by Ramsey Lewis at the Jazz Festival. We knew he was a big name in the jazz world, but we weren’t quite prepared for the amazing concert he delivered. With a recently released album of original songs, he performed many of his own compositions. Although he is well known for his interpretations of jazz standards and pop hits, his new music had a wonderfully fresh and energetic quality. His renditions of the standards were equally impressive and reminded us of old friends who had come back from foreign lands with new accents and exotic clothing—warmly familiar, yet new and intriguing. Lewis proved himself a true master of his craft, giving an exuberant concert underpinned by a confident sophistication.

The crowd absolutely loved it, and so did we.

Such moments are uplifting experiences that can only come from the power of live music performed with great skill and passion. This year, we can’t wait to get out and take advantage of the concerts brought right to our doorstep by both of these wonderful festivals. In our cover story, Karen Miller contemplates the differences and similarities between blues and jazz. Of course, nothing compares to firsthand experience, so take advantage of this unprecedented musical season on Amelia and explore these two beloved American art forms.

And that’s not all. Don’t miss our special section on the High Tide Women’s Weekend, two days of wonderful programs for and about women. You can also read about Hope House and the dedicated volunteers who strive to give hope to people who may feel like they have lost it; be inspired to go explore the swamp with Okefenokee Adventures in our Backyard Adventure column; check out Brett Carter’s fabulous new award-winning cocktail in our Island Entertaining section; and much more.

See you around the island!

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SEPTEMBER 2011 9 Cover Story BLUES & JAZZ ON AMELIA

This fall, two exciting festivals—the Amelia Island Blues Festival and the Amelia Island Jazz Festival— will bring the best of two powerful American musical traditions to Amelia Island.

23 Hope House The Salvation Army Hope House has a message of hope for everyone in the community.

27 High Tide Women’s Weekend The second annual High Tide Women’s Weekend will take place September 23 and 24. Read all about the exciting variety of programs in our Islander Special Section.

41 Fernandina Faces

60 Island Entertaining

With deep roots in Fernandina and in the local fishing industry, Neil Frink moved back to his hometown and now shares his knowledge and love of this community.

Try the “Blue-Eyed Blonde,” an awardwinning cocktail created by local restaurateur Brett Carter.

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ABOUT THE COVER

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Everything Amelia The people, events, and history that make Amelia a special place

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Galleries & Antiques Amelia’s art galleries & antique stores

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In the Neighborhood Profiles of area businesses and organizations

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Beachcombing Great shopping on Amelia Island

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Maps of the Island and downtown, with telephone numbers

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Tide Table Tides at the Amelia River

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Around Town What’s happening around Amelia Island

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Snapshots Islanders out and about

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Backyard Adventure Okefenokee Adventures offers a variety of fun ways to explore the swamp and learn about the natural cycles of this unique ecosystem.

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In the Garden Olive trees are not just for the Mediterranean. Consider the beautiful Arbequina for your own backyard.

Cover design by Tom Barrett. Photos and images courtesy of the Amelia Island Blues Festival and the Amelia Island Jazz Festival.

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Island Home A look inside some of the most beautiful homes on and around Amelia Island

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Eating Scene For farm-fresh ingredients and a lively menu of creative gourmet creations, 29 South is the place.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

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BLUES JAZZ and

ON AMELIA ISLAND The Amelia Island Blues Festival and the Amelia Island Jazz Festival bring some smokin’ good music to the island this fall.

BY KAREN MILLER PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE AMELIA ISLAND BLUES FESTIVAL AND THE AMELIA ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL

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hat’s your favorite musical style, blues or jazz?

Do you know the difference between the two?

There may be more similarities than differences between the two genres. After all, both are American music styles, both were born in the South, and both were largely invented and performed by African-Americans.

Many artists cross over from one to the other, and most people who love jazz also love the blues, and vice versa.

Originally, jazz was primarily an instrumental style, while blues was first and foremost vocal. To explore the beauty of these unique American art forms, two amazing music festivals will take place in September and October: The Amelia Island Blues Festival and The Amelia Island Jazz Festival. Both festivals will bring top talent from

their respective genres to Amelia Island, providing an exhilarating showcase of homegrown American music.

The Blues Festival is new to the island this year, and the Jazz Festival is celebrating its 10th year. Committees, volunteers, and artists from both organizations have been working non-stop to book the best artists and musicians from the area, along with internationally acclaimed performers. Apart from the great music, both festivals are offering a full and rich experience, with charming venues, wonderful food, and music for all, including programs for schoolchildren, seniors, and entire families. Amelia Island is a music-lovin’ place, and ain’t we lucky to live here? So check out both festivals and be sure to treat yourself to some fabulous blues and jazz this fall.

Amelia Island Blues Festival, September 16 & 17

to be held September 16 and 17 at Fernandina Beach’s Main Beach. The Amelia Island Blues Festival Committee and Board of Directors, including Susan Hurley, Jeff Malone, Han Ramakers, Marty Scott, and Mike Zaffaroni, have put nearly two years of passionate planning into this year’s first festival, and they have booked some magnificent talent for this event. In addition, Committee President Jeff Malone solicited the help of Blues Review magazine to promote the festival, and their final line-up is sure to make for a phenomenal celebration of that American genre of music we call The Blues.

On Friday the 16th, concert-goers will be serenaded by the Beech Street Blues Band, featuring Jeff Malone on drums, Dan Voll on guitar, and Michael Hawthorn on bass. Many locals know Malone as the Director of Sales at the Amelia

“As you cross onto Amelia Island you will actually feel your pulse quicken. The radio goes up a notch as you roll into historic Fernandina Beach like the smoky blues of the Old South. Out near the crossroads of Fletcher and Atlantic a new ritual is giving birth to the sound of a culture once feared lost. But for this one mystical moment the ghosts of Mississippi mingle with the spirit of pirates past and present.

Fear not! The Amelia Island Blues Festival will steal your soul and give it back again.”

These colorful words are printed on the Amelia Island Blues Festival’s promotional material, and they are indicative of what’s to come during their inaugural festival,

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Conrad Oberg Willie “Big Eyes” Smith

Beech Street Blues Band Albert Castiglia

Hampton Inn at the Beach, but what they might not know is that he was once a professional musician on the Atlanta scene. When he became one of the founding members of the Amelia Island Blues Festival Committee, his musical background came full circle. He met up with Hawthorn and Voll, and the band was formed. Since that time, the trio has added two more members, Jay MacPherson on guitar and Ronnie Stoots on keyboard, and the group has been playing in and around Amelia to full houses of blues lovers.

Following the Beech Street Blues Band is Julia Nikki Savage, a young blues musician who recently scored big in the Jacksonville Idol competition.

Opening night will also feature the Shuffle Junkies, an Atlanta-based blues and classic rock trio that “pours its heart and soul into every show,” according to music reviewers. These three bands will get the crowd warmed up for the headliners on Friday night, Willie “Big Eyes” Smith, and Conrad Oberg.

Smith, born in 1936, played drums with Muddy Waters for 20 years, and his traditional shuffle-style blues has been regarded as the soul of the Chicago blues sound. He received a Grammy this year for his work with Pinetop Perkins for Best Traditional Blues CD for “Joined at the Hip” with Telrac Records. His performance on Friday night is a tribute to Perkins, who passed away earlier this year. Conrad Oberg is a

17-year-old blind blues artist who was influenced by Pinetop Perkins, having met him at the age of 10 while appearing at the Delta Blues Festival in Mississippi.

Oberg has played guitar for many years, fronting his own band and headlining major blues festivals and clubs throughout the South. Friday night’s concert is sure to be an energetic, yet poignant encomium to their dear and talented friend, Pinetop.

Saturday’s performances feature the Peck Ensemble and the Fernandina Beach Jazz Band to start, then Beth McKee. McKee is a Southern singer/songwriter/pianist/ accordion player backed by seasoned musicians who have performed with Hall & Oates, Bellamy Brothers, and George Porter. She will be followed by Blistur, a Daytona band featuring guitarist Chris Kellam, drummer Neal Gupton, and Dom Berti on bass. The evening’s performers include the 6th Street Rhythm and Blues Review, Roger “Hurricane” Wilson, Karl Davis and Friends, and The David Gerald Band, opening for headliner Albert Castiglia. Castiglia was voted “Best Blues Guitarist” by the New York Times in 1997, and his latest CD, “Keepin’ On,” reached number one on the Blues Billboard last fall. The artist is also considered the pride of the South Florida blues scene.

And why are we all so drawn to the blues genre of music? Jeff Malone puts it well: “The Blues never lets

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tragedy have the last word. That’s what this music is all about. It just makes you feel good.”

Amelia Island Jazz Festival, October 2 to 9 Les DeMerle, jazz drummer, and his wife, vocalist Bonnie Eisele, have been jazzin’ up Amelia Island for ten years. Since the first Amelia Island Jazz Festival in 2001, dedicated volunteers and organizers have brought the festival far, turning it into a not-for-profit corporation in 2007, and creating an acclaimed event that is following in the footsteps of such festivals as the Monterey and Newport Jazz Festivals. Previous years’ headliners have included world-renowned artists such as David Sanborn, Ramsey Lewis, Steve March Tormé, Harry Allen, Marcus Printup, Bill Allred, Woody Herman AllStars, and many other talented jazz performers.

This year is a special one for Founder/Artistic Director DeMerle and the festival. Grammy Awardwinning Zydeco artist Buckwheat Zydeco is set to headline the 2011 Amelia Island Jazz Festival. His band,

recently dubbed “one of the best party bands in America” by the New York Times, will perform on October 8 in the courtyard of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Zydeco music evolved in southwest Louisiana in the early 19th century from forms of Creole music. It is recognized by its use of an accordion and washboard. Originally it was played primarily with family and friends on back porches, or in dance halls. Those roots are apparent in the fastpaced music of Buckwheat Zydeco, who definitely gets concert-goers up and dancing!

Headlining the festival on Friday night is internationally acclaimed Nicole Henry with her eight-piece group, performing October 7 at St. Peter’s.

Sophisticated, soulful, and fun, Henry has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for her powerful ability to touch and inspire people with her beautiful voice and stunning presence. Other performers featured at the Jazz Festival this year include Virgin Records recording artist and jazz violinist Doug Cameron, who will perform as a special guest with the Dynamic Les DeMerle Band featuring Bonnie Eisele in a program called “Gypsy Rendezvous,” a tribute to the great fiddler Django Reinhardt and his accompanist Stephane Grapelli.

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Nicole Henry

Doug Cameron

US Navy Jazz Ensemble

Nathan Skinner

The festival kicks off with two special concerts that are free to the public, the first of which features The Les DeMerle Jazz Party Band and the funky New Orleansstyle TGIF Navy Band on Friday, September 29th, in conjunction with the “Sounds on Centre” free concerts in downtown Fernandina Beach. The second public concert will be held at Amelia Park on Sunday, October 2 and feature Orion, the exciting 18-piece U.S. Navy Band Southeast.

On Tuesday, October 4th, the Festival hosts a special “Jazz at the Movies” presentation. Entitled “Jazz on a Summer Day,” this documentary on the history of the first Newport Jazz Festival will highlight the music of Louis Armstrong, Anita O’Day, Thelonious Monk, Gerry Mulligan, and Chuck Berry. The film is being shown at The Harborfront Hampton Inn & Suites.

Once again, there will be a special blues concert and wine-tasting featuring Toots Lorraine & The Traffic, held at Sandy Bottoms on Wednesday, October 5, followed by a hot Latin jazz concert and dance in St. Peter’s Courtyard, showcasing Impacto Latino on Thursday, October 6.There will also be a pre-concert tribute to jazz organist Jimmy Smith on Saturday night. St. Peter’s and local restaurants will provide a food court and beverages for the October 7 and 8 events. And just when you think you’ve experienced all the jazz in the world, the “Dixieland Jazz Brunch” will be held at the Beech Street Grill on

Sunday, October 9. While enjoying a fabulous brunch menu, guests will be serenaded by The Spare Rib Six New Orleans-style Jazz Band, along with Les DeMerle, Bonnie Eisele, and special guest, Bill Prince.

“This festival is the ‘real deal’ because the focus is Jazz music. I’ll be back!” said legendary pianist Ramsey Lewis, the headliner of last year’s Amelia Island Jazz Festival. Adds Marcus Printup: “The vibe is right and the true spirit of jazz is alive and swingin’. The Amelia Island Jazz Festival is the best!” DeMerle and Eisele’s dream of a jazz festival on Amelia Island has come true, and after ten years, the event has become a highlight among the region’s outstanding annual festivals.

“The Amelia Island Jazz Festival concerts have exploded with exciting, swinging jazz played with passion, expertise and soul by many of today’s leading jazz artists,” says DeMerle. “Each year’s talent roster is the best line-up we can assemble. So don’t miss a beat!”

So whether you prefer blues, jazz, or both, you can count on two fabulous festivals to present the best of this live musical entertainment this fall. For information on the Amelia Island Blues Festival, visit: www.ameliaislandbluesfest.com. For information on the Amelia Island Jazz festival, visit: www. ameliaislandjazzfestival.com. Both websites will acquaint you with their concerts, venues, ticket information, and volunteer opportunities.

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“LOCAL AUTHORS MARKETPLACE” ON SEPTEMBER 24 From 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on September 24, the “Local Authors Marketplace” will take place at the Atlantic Recreation Center on Atlantic Avenue in Fernandina Beach. Sponsored

by Books Plus, High-Pitched Hum Publishing, and the Book Loft, the mission of this event is to provide books for Nassau Family Services at the Peck Center Library, the Boys and Girls Clubs, and Head Start, as well as Nassau County Public Libraries.

Over 40 authors will be on hand to lead a variety of workshops geared towards writers, including “Getting Started Writing” by Cara Curtin, “Ten Rules” by Emily Carmain of Noteworthy Editing, and “How to Get Published in Today’s Market” by Bill Reynolds of High-Pitched Hum Publishing. Throughout the day, there will also be children’s activities, including face-painting, book-readings, and hands-on activities. For lunch or refreshments, Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q will be the food vendor, offering their barbeque sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, and a variety of refreshments. Admission is free, and no reservation is required.

For more information, go to www. localauthorsmarketplace.net, or call (904) 261-0303.

Barnabas Center will begin celebrating 25 years of service to the community on October 17, 2011 with a wine- and spirits-tasting event to be held at 6:00 p.m. at Café Karibo, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union. Tickets are $50 and may be purchased through www.

BarnabasCenterInc.org or by calling (904) 261-7000, x104.

Barnabas Center was founded in late 1986 by Father Ed Booth and parishioners of St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Over the past 25 years, Barnabas has grown to become a multi-service non-profit organization that serves approximately 5,000 people annually. Programs include the Crisis Assistance Center, Food Pantry, Samaritan Medical Clinic, Dental program, and the New To You resale store. Barnabas extends its appreciation to the support t receives from churches, businesses, medical centers and practices, individuals, foundations, United Way, and city and county government. The heartbeat of Barnabas has been and continues to be the hundreds of volunteers who help the agency fulfill its mission to assist individuals and families in crisis throughout Nassau County.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GET READY FOR 2ND ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus will hold their 2nd annual charity golf tournament on Columbus Day, Monday, October 10, at Amelia National Golf Club.

The theme for this year’s tournament is “I Am My Brother’s Keeper.” Supporting the national organization’s efforts to assist charitable organizations throughout the world, the St. Michael Council believes that charity begins at home. As a result of last year’s tournament, the council donated nearly five thousand dollars to local charitable organizations. “The funds stay right here in Nassau County,” says Grand Knight Charlie Finnigan.

The tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m., with a Jeep Wrangler awarded for a holein-one at one of the par 3s. Lunch and raffle will follow the golf.

The cost is $125.00. For more Members of St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus information, contact Chairman present a check to ARC Nassau after last year’s charity J.P. Quinn at (904) 548-0235 or golf tournament.

Co-Chairman Tom Smeeton at (904) 321-4139, or visit http://www.kofc14295.org/Golf/Golf.php. Last year, the Knights of Columbus worldwide donated $154 million and 70 million service hours, helping the poor and needy when and where they need it most.

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A $10 donation will be taken now or at the door for the Boys & Girls Club.

You will meet with representatives from: TOUR COMPANIES CRUISE LINES Micato Safaris Crystal Cruises Abercrombie & Kent Travel Regent Seven Seas Cruises Tauck World Discovery Tours Holland America Line Cox & Kings Silversea Cruises Swain Tours Yachts of Seabourn Azamara Club Cruises RESORTS AND SERVICES Viking River Cruises Travelex Trip Insurance Orient-Express Trains Hotels & Resorts Cabin Bluff The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

RESORTS AND SERVICES The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation Kurtz Ahlers & Associates Travelex Insurance Services On Call International Canyon Ranch Spas Signature Destinations KSL Resorts Inn at Palmetto Bluff Appollo Jets

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To get more details or to RSVP, call THE TRAVEL AGENCY at 904-261-5914 or e-mail angela@thetvlagency.com.

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AMELIA ISLAND ANTIQUES 5210 First Coast Hwy • 321-1314

GALLERIES

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AMELIA SANJON GALLERY 218A Ash St. • 557-1195 BLUE DOOR ARTISTS 205 1⁄2 Centre St. • 556-1119

AMELIA ISLAND ANTIQUES FEATURES LEONARD CAVE SCULPTURE

CASABLANCA 2188 Sadler Road • 415-1540 D’AGNESE CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY 205 1/2 Centre St. • 261-6044 or 556-2014

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ocated at 5210 First Coast Highway, Amelia Island Antiques is a shop that is brimming over with unique antique and vintage furniture, china, and other decorative items. Co-owners Betty Phillips and Mercedes Deacon say that they love discovering hidden treasure— scouring through flea markets, tag sales, and estate sales to fill their store with fabulous antique and vintage items.

But what about when they discover artwork? “Occasionally, we find some fine paintings or sculpture,” explains Betty, “and so we always have a small collection of unique artwork in the store.”

Recently, Mercedes discovered an abstract sculpture in wood by internationally renowned artist Leonard Cave. “I knew right away that this was a one-of-a-kind piece, just looking for a new owner,” says Mercedes.

Leonard Cave was a South Carolina native who had come to international fame as a sculptor who worked in plexiglass, wood, stone, and metal. In 2006, he was tragically killed in an automobile accident outside of Washington D.C. Cave grew up in rural South Carolina, where he began carving wood with a chainsaw. He studied art at Furman University in Greenville, S.C., pursued a Master’s degree at the University of Maryland, and later taught at Georgetown University. At the time of his death, he was an art instructor at Northwest High School in Germantown, MD. Cave’s father died when he was a teenager, and the family worked hard to stay together. During most of his younger years, he suffered from Tourette’s Syndrome and he was teased and

EILEEN’S ART & ANTIQUES CENTRE 702 Centre St. • 277-2717 FIRST COAST COMMUNITY BANK GALLERY 1750 South 14th St., 2nd floor • 277-5290 FRENCH MARKET ANTIQUES 203 Centre Street • 491-0707 GALLERY C 218-B Ash Street • 583-4676 HUNT’S ART & ARTIFACT GALLERY 361 Centre St. • 261-8225 ISLAND ART ASSOCIATION COOPERATIVE GALLERY 18 North 2nd St. • 261-7020

taunted, according to family members.

He outgrew most of the symptoms, but this experience, according to colleagues, helped him to reach out to students whom others could not reach. “He took the neediest, the most downtrodden of students and helped them find a way to gain self-respect,” said one colleague.

In his later years, he created commissioned pieces for the U.S. State Department and the White House.

He has been called a “contemporary master,” and his sculptures have been in galleries with works by Kandinsky, Matisse, and Picasso. For more information, stop by Amelia Island Antiques or call (904) 321-1314.

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LA TORRE’S GALLERY & GIFTS 206 Centre Street • 261-0444 MEAD’S FRAMERY & TROPHY Corner of A1A & Hwy 17 • 225-2195 THE PLANTATION SHOP 4828 First Coast Hwy • 261-2030 TRAILER PARK COLLECTIBLES 702 Centre Street • 491-4461 TRISH’S SLIGHTLY OFF CENTRE 218C Ash St. • 277-1147 WATERWHEEL GALLERY 5047 First Coast Hwy • 261-2535

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galleries & antiques

Maurer Fine Art

5210 First Coast Highway (Between Harris Teeter & Amelia Island Plantation)

321-1314

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gallery & working studios

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Wed-Sat

2188 Sadler Road • Fernandina Beach

CAROLINE BLOCHLINGER

ROWESVILLE COTTAGES ON SADLER

Amelia Island is the home of Internationally known watercolorist William Maurer, painter of Amelia Landscapes and historic places. Widely recognized for his book “Sketches of Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach: The Mark of William Maurer”.

Many originals, popular local images, and notecards available at the following locations: Eight Flags Antique Market, The Loop Restaurant, Amelia Isalnd Coffee Shop, Books Plus

(904) 261-8276 www.MaurerFineArt.com

The work of more than 100 local artists are on display in the gallery.

Nouveau Art Show “It’s 5:00 Somewhere” Best in Show “4 Gators”, José Garcia

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Gallery

F I N E A RT 218A Ash Street Mon-Sat 10:30-5 Sun 10-4 or by appointment 904-491-8040 • 904-557-1195

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Art Workshops

by Nationally Recognized Artists Suzanne Winton ~ watercolor portraits September 9-11 Leah Lopez ~ oil still life September 10-12 Linda Womack ~ wax encaustic mixed media September 12-16 Elizabeth St. Hilliare Nelson ~ paper collage October 7-9 Ken Austin ~ watercolor October 16-19

Call 904-491-8040 to register.

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FRAMERY & TROPHY STORE

COMPLETE CUSTOM FRAMING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Custom Framing since 1970 100’s of framed and unframed prints Member of Professional Picture Framers Association Awards For All Occasions

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assau Physical Therapy is the only locally owned and operated outpatient private practice of its kind in Nassau County. A licensed physical therapist with 33 years of experience, Jim was working in Pennsylvania in 1988 when he learned of an opportunity to open a practice in Nassau County.

“I travelled here during shrimp festival, so the island was busy —and it also rained all weekend,” remembers Jim, “but I could tell right away that this would be a great place to raise our two young children and one on the way!”

Jim’s wife, Shay, a registered nurse, gradually became the office manager, helping the practice grow to its current two locations and a staff of three full-time licensed physical therapists and three licensed physical therapy assistants. They opened the Callahan location first, in 1989, and the Fernandina office six years later. “I love working with so many families, friends, and neighbors in this small community,” says Jim, “and helping people get back to work, school, sports, and prior lifestyle.”

All professional staff members belong to the American Physical Therapy Association and work with their clients by utilizing comprehensive assessments and evidenced-based treatments consisting of a variety of hands-on skills, activetreatment techniques, and personalized therapeutic movements and exercise. “We also stress education,” adds Jim. “helping our patients improve their overall wellness and quality of life. It’s a great job to have!” For more information, call (904) 277-4449, or go to www.nassaupt.com

ince 2004, Galphin Real Estate has been serving Fernandina as a full-service brokerage firm, offering complete property management services for residential and commercial properties, condominium associations, and homeowner associations, as well as representing buyers and sellers. Owners W. Naylor (Nip) and Joy Galphin worked in Atlanta for more than 35 years, engaged in all phases of the real estate business. Nip had earned his bachelor’s degree in real estate from Georgia State University, and he met Joy while working in Atlanta. Together, they built one of the largest office suites businesses in Atlanta, operating for over 20 years.

When the Galphins sold their Atlanta business and moved to Amelia in 2004, it was a homecoming. “I graduated from Fernandina Beach High School, and my family has deep roots here,” explains Nip. “My grandfather, Dr. L.T. Galphin, had a medical practice here and owned a drug store on Centre Street.”

Nip’s great-grandfather and namesake was local State Senator W. Naylor Thompson, and many locals remember Nip’s father, Bill Galphin, as a business and civic leader in the county.

“Moving back home and being able to use my skills here has been very satisfying,” says Nip. I love working with old friends and meeting so many terrific people.” Joy, an Atlanta native, has also enjoyed the move. “We enjoy working together on all of our ventures,” says Joy, “moving back to Amelia has been wonderful—it’s a great community!” For more information, call (904) 277-6597, or go to www.galphinre.com.

Nassau Physical Therapy

PHOTOS BY WILLIAM RASER

Galphin Real Estate

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904.310.9351 Mon-Sat 10-5 • Sun 11-5 s al riv r A ll Fa

A carefully gathered collection of English & French antiques, slipcovered and upholstered furniture, home accessories, gifts, stationery, gourmet foods, fashion accessories, and outdoor furniture.

OPEN FOR LUNCH Tue – Fri 10am – 3pm DINNER Wed – Sat 6 – 9pm An island tradition for over 30 years.

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NOW OPEN! lunch ~ tues - sat 11:30 - 2 lunch/brunch ~ sun 10:30 - 2 happy hour ~ tues - sat 4 - 6 dinner ~ tues - sat 5:30 - 10 select wines / craft beers local artisan cheeses & charcuterie saketini’s / american bistro cuisine alfresco dining / private dining

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Stonewall Kitchen Two’s Company • Caspari Nielsen-Massey Vanillas

PALMETTO WALK

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Clothing - Jewelry - Accessories Shoes - Handbags - Gifts

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Logo shirts, hats, towels, key chains, frames and more!

CHEAP CHIC

PRADA HANDBAGS and many more Designer Handbags

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Gourmet food market and deli. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Nature tours by foot, kayak or Segway™, exhibit area and retail shop

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Specialty retailer of women’s apparel & accessories from an exclusive, private label design.

Gallery of local artistans, workshops, demonstrations and lectures.

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Upscale children’s clothing and toys.

904-277-0909

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BEST OF THE BEST Consignment Shop

Hours: 10-5:30 Mon-Fri • 10-5 Sat 277-4430 1853 South 8th Street www.fifisameliaisland.com ResaleRocks

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The latest fashion trends, casual wear & accessories for both men & women.

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Plantation PHOTOGRAPHY All your photography needs for portrait sessions, weddings, parties and group functions.

Outdoor apparel, footwear, travel gear, sunglasses hats and water bottles.

904-432-8589

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Angel Street ~ Sept. 3 – 10 Season Tickets Now on Sale $65 for 6 plays! fltplay@peoplepc.com or 206-2607 1014 Beech St. • www.ameliaflt.org www.AmeliaIslander.com

beach combing Shopper’s Delight Fern Lily, located in Palmetto Walk Shopping Village, 4856 First Coast Highway, (904) 310-9351, carries everything from apparel and accessories to throw pillows and gifts, like the Tolani Collection 100% silk tunics and scarves (starting at $84); delicious-smelling Aspen Bay Candles (starting at $14); Paige Wallace jewelry in sterling silver and semi-precious stones (starting at $33); and shoes and sandals by nicole (starting at $100).

Military Precision Luminox watches are made for the U.S. Navy Seals.

The 3050 series, The Field Chronograph Alarm, and the F-117 Nighthawk are water-resistant to 600 feet and have a lockdown crown. With a sapphire crystal, the dial illuminates automatically at night and will last for 25 years. Available at Nassau Diamond, 1743 S. 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, (904) 277-1993, starting at $275.

Day or Night Debonair offers the latest in fashion handbags and accessories for day or evening, without compromising on quality and craftsmanship. Check out the quality and richness of Jessica Simpson designer handbags – just arrived! Prices start at $78.

Debonair is located at 2380 Sadler Road (across from The Residence Inn by Marriott), (904) 261-6993.

Less Stress This comfortable top-grain leather swivel recliner and ottoman will not only help the stress on your body, but they are “less stress” on your wallet at $599.99 each. Available at Amelia’s Attic, located at 2164 Sadler Road. (904) 277-2095.

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In retirement, no decision is bigger than how you want to live the rest of your life. At Osprey Village on Amelia Island, FL, we have a way for people to live a longer, happier and healthier life. So imagine enjoying an enhanced lifestyle without house and lawn upkeep, no bill paying and in a gated community with a host of services providing you with security, wellness, healthcare should you need it, and more fun.

OSPREY VILLAGE FEATURES: • Advantages in maintaining & even improving your health • Life without the burdens of home ownership and maintenance • Concierge services for ease in navigating your day and calendar • Fantastic food each and every meal • Your own clubhouse, fitness center, restaurant-style fine dining, game & media room and more • Wonderful friends and neighbors sharing the same interests and good times • More time to spend with family, friends & on one’s self • The security of a gated community • Cost savings on ever yday living • Money saving tax deductions • Enhancing your opportunities for independence • Fun, fun and more fun

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Hope House THE SALVATION ARMY

A Place of Hope in a Time of Need

BY JULIE SIMMONS • PHOTOS COURTESY OF TSA HOPE HOUSE

J

ust a few short months ago, Melanie Riley was living in a tent.

Not only was she homeless, but, even worse, she felt hopeless.

That was before she found The Salvation Army (TSA) Hope House at the corner of Ninth and Date Streets in Fernandina Beach. “When I walked in, the staff opened the door, built me up, and gave me hope when I had none,” says Riley.

The mission of TSA Hope House is “to serve Nassau County in the name and purposes of Jesus Christ by helping individual people in their time of need—one person at a time.”

It started in the early 1990’s, when local residents, under the leadership of Pastor Jeanette Richo, came together to serve the low-income neighborhood where Hope House is located.

During that decade, the group began a children’s ministry, prayer groups, Bible studies, and a clothes and food bank.

The services were in high demand, and they were quickly outgrowing their facility.

In 1999, local attorney Buddy Jacobs offered the group a larger building in the area for $1 annually. The Hope House moved in, restored the facility, and continued to touch the community. “In 2007, the board of directors made the decision to allow the Salvation Army to take over the leadership for the purpose of expanding the services,” explains Mary Moore, TSA Hope House manager. The same year, Jacobs donated the facility to TSA. “I serve at TSA Hope House because I love praying with those in very difficult circumstances, helping them, and watching the victory come,” says Moore. Riley gives witness to the power

of this approach. “The staff members are my spiritual leaders,” she says. “They are always so uplifting, and they helped me get back on my feet.”

Hope House’s services include: providing free clothing and emergency food; giving financial assistance to qualified individuals and families; weekly worship service; probation counseling; a summer camp for children; a school supplies drive; and their senior angel tree. In addition, the site serves as a host facility for other ministries. Already this year, TSA Hope House provided clothing and food to over 800 clients and distributed over 1,000 bags of food. “None of our work is accomplished alone,” explains Moore. “When the community joins, that is when we see the work of God and see the success.”

TSA Hope House is always looking for donations of food, household products, linens, plastic containers for food storage, gallon and quart freezer bags, toiletries, feminine products, diapers, and, of course, monetary donations. If you are willing to share your time, volunteers are needed to operate the clothes closet, to answer telephones, and, at Christmastime, to help collect donations and to distribute gifts to low-income seniors.

For information on donating or volunteering, call (904) 3210435 or send an email to mary_moore@uss.salvationarmy.org.

Today, one of the most active volunteers for TSA Hope House is none other than former client Melanie Riley. “I come in and stuff food bags, clean, help in the clothes closet, rake, and do whatever I can to give back,” she says. “It’s my duty before God to give back to those in need—and to provide hope.”

Top left: Campers departing for their adventures at Camp Keystone Summer Camp in Keystone Heights, Florida.

Top right: Senior angel tree gifts. This project helps ensure low-income seniors are not forgotten on Christmas by matching them with adoptive families and groups who provide gifts and cards at Christmas.

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SEPTEMBER 2011 TIDES AT THE AMELIA RIVER Day

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11:57 AM 12:44 AM 12:54 PM 1:36 AM 1:48 PM 2:23 AM 2:39 PM 3:07 AM 3:25 PM 3:47 AM 4:07 PM 4:23 AM 4:46 PM 4:58 AM 5:23 PM

Last Quarter New Moon First Quarter Full Moon

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5:35 AM 6:24 PM 6:36 AM 7:18 PM 7:31 AM 8:06 PM 8:20 AM 8:50 PM 9:04 AM 9:30 PM 9:45 AM 10:09 PM 10:24 AM 10:45 PM 11:02 AM 11:22 PM

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On the first of the month, the sun rises at 7:02 a.m. DST and sets at 7:48 p.m. DST. On the last day of the month, the sun rises at 7:18 a.m. DST and sets at 7:12 p.m. DST. Daylight hours decrease an average of 1.7 minutes per day.

SEPTEMBER Weather Avg. High 85 degrees Avg. Low 73 degrees Avg. Precip 7.73 inches

While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained herein is accurate, Amelia Islander Magazine shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from use or reliance on this chart.

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DAILY NARRATED, HISTORIC AND WILDLIFE SIGHTSEEING TOURS Cumberland Island Tour ~ 10:30 a.m. (2 hour tour) $26 adults; $24 seniors; $20 children Beach Creek Tour ~ 2:30 p.m. (1 ½ hour tour) – $23 adults; $21 seniors; $17 children Cumberland Sound Tour ~ 5:00 p.m. (1 ½ hour tour) – $23 adults; $21 seniors; $17 children Traditional Family Sunset Tour ~ departure varies seasonally (call for times) – $20 adults; $18 seniors; $14 children Sunset/Twilight Tour ~ 7:00 p.m. (2 hour tour) – (BYOB; live local entertainment) – Offered June – August - $29 per person all ages

Ten En Suite Chambers Heated Pool & Spa Full Bar & Lounge Elopement & Honeymoon Packages English Tea Service ~ Wed-Sun 12-3pm (904) 277-4300 ~ www.hoythouse.com

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For and About Women

High Tide

Women’s Weekend September 23-24, 2011

Enjoy these, and many more activities and programs for and about women.

Cumberland Island National Seashore Cruise & Learn

Executive Vice President of the National Parks Conservation Association Theresa Pierno will speak at the Florida House Inn on September 24.

Luncheon at the Historic Florida House Inn “Girls Just Gotta Have Fun” River Cruise!

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MONTEGO LIMOUSINE SERVICE

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More than just a ride, Montego Limousine is committed to value and first class service. Try us and experience the difference.

We are the preferred choice for: JAX Airport • Mayo Clinic • Local Island Service • Night out

Cumberland Island National Seashore ~ Day Trip - Sept. 23, 9:00AM-5:30PM three stops including lunch and tour of the Greyfield Inn ~ $150.

Special Tour of Kingsley Plantation at the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve ~ Sept. 24 - 8:30-11:30PM ~ No charge but reservations required.

Amelia’s Bead Store

Lunch - Historic Florida House Inn ~ Sept. 24 - 12-1PM Speaker NPCA - Executive Vice President Theresa Pierno ~ $40 For more information: www.ameliaislandcoastalconnections.com or dickie.anderson@gmail.com

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2 ~ High Tide Women’s Weekend ~ For tickets, visit www.ameliaislandcoastalconnections.com or call 904-556-6455.

DICKIE ANDERSON

Hard to believe a year has gone by. Our first High Tide Women’s Weekend was a huge success and we are pleased to offer this year’s exciting program of things for women who are always ready to learn, try something new and have fun. Last year we focused on feeling and looking good. This year we are collaborating with the National Park Conservation Association and celebrating the beautiful place we live. A first time, unique tour of Cumberland Island is offered – stopping at the south end, lunch and tour of Greyfield, a stop at Plum Orchard, and cocktail cruise back to Fernandina Beach.

Why not try something new? Yoga on the beach, kayaking on Lofton Creek, chocolate class, English tea at Hoyt House, horseback riding on the beach? Beginners welcome. Saturday afternoon we will offer “hooping” by the river. Remember hoola hoops? They are back! The latest way for us harried and harassed women to unwind – literally.

Hoops will be supplied.

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Kingsley Plantation – Special tour - National Park Conservation Association No charge/must have reservation – Contact Dickie Anderson 556-6455

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Yoga With Liz On The Beach/Elizabeth Pointe Lodge – Beginners Welcome Buffet breakfast – $25 Tickets*

9-11:30 AM

Jewelry Making Class – Beadlemania on 8th Street – Reservation required - 277-0024

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Museum Tour – Amelia Island Museum of History - $7 – No reservation required

12-1PM

Treasures of the Sea Lunch – Florida House Inn - speaker Theresa Pierno – Executive Vice President – National Park Conservation Association - $40 Tickets*

2PM

English Tea at the historic Hoyt House - $30 – Reservation – 277-0162 code HT804 Also available Friday September 24

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FRIDAY

Experience Cumberland Island 9AM – 5:30PM Leaving from Fernandina Beach Harbor Day cruise to the magical island with three stops, South end, Greyfield for lunch and tour and last stop tour of elegant Plum Orchard. Cocktail cruise return. $150 Tickets available at Red Otter Outfitters both locations or contact Dickie Anderson at dickie.anderson@gmail.com Cooking Class High Tide 2010

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Seafood Lunch at the Historic Florida House Inn Fernandina shrimp and grits, Florida grouper with mango-orange dressing, spinach soufflé, biscuits and melt in your mouth cold lemon soufflé for dessert.

Speaker – Theresa Pierno – Executive Vice President – National Park Conservation Association $40 Mary Dyer, Beadlemania, teaching jewelry making class

Tickets available at Red Otter Outfitters both locations or contact Dickie Anderson at dickie.anderson@gmail.com In collaboration with the National Park Conservation Association.

Look for the Ultimate Amelia Island Raffle Basket – over $2000 worth of goodies from Amelia Island’s finest stores and restaurants. Raffle tickets $5 each or 2 for $10 – Available at Red Otter Outfitters, Fern Lily and Gauzeway or contact Dickie Anderson – dickie.anderson@gmail.com

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SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

SEPTEMBER 16

Bring a friend and join the ladies of Fern Lily for “Thurdays After 5”, every Thursday from 5-7 pm. Meet your girlfriends here after work or make a special trip to see what’s new. Come shop, socialize and have a glass of sangria. Fern Lily has the most eclectic selection of apparel & accessories, jewelry, shoes, handbags and gifts.

New items arrive weekly. Come spend some time with us, you’ll be glad you did! Located in Palmetto Walk, 4856 First Coast Highway, Ste. 3. For more information, call (904)310-9351.

The Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation on the third Friday of the month.

The presentations are on a variety of different topics, but each relate to the history of the island. The event takes place in Baker Hall in the museum. Cost is $5 per person (free for members). For more information, call (904) 277-0717 or visit www.ameliamuseum.org.

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SEPTEMBER 2

Sounds on Centre This free community concert is held the First Friday of each month from March through October in the historic downtown on Centre Street between 2nd & Front from 6pm - 8pm.

For more information, call (904) 277-0717.

SEPTEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Discovery Series - Crab Grab Learn about these fascinating marsh dwellers the old-fashioned way. The adventure begins at 11am at Walker’s Landing on Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Cost is $12 for adults, $10 for children 4 - 12. Call (904) 321-5082 for more information and reservations.

SEPTEMBER 2 - 5

“Walk the Walk” Labor Day Event The merchants of Palmetto Walk Shopping Village, at 4924 First Coast Highway, will have a four day Labor Day shopping event. Come save on end of summer clearance and see what’s new for fall! Look for the stripe tents & balloons. For more information, call Wilson Tennille at (904) 415-1062

SEPTEMBER 3

Evening of Story & Song with Tricia Walker Join us at Burns Hall at St. Peter’s Parish to hear Mississippi native Tricia Walker charm and delight with her gorgeous voice and original songs about life, love, and living in the South.

Concert will begin at 8pm. Cost is $15 per person. For more information, call Mark Kaufmann at (904) 277-2664.

SEPTEMBER 3–4

Union Garrison at Fort Clinch State Park Living history interpreters recreate life at Fort Clinch during the War between the States. Activities may include powder artillery demonstrations, medical demonstrations and soldier drills. Saturday events are held from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., and Sunday events are offered from 9 a.m. until noon. For more information, call (904) 277-7274, or visit www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch.

SEPTEMBER 3, 10, 17, 24

Fernandina Farmers’ Market Enjoy a morning of food, fun and friendship, featuring farm-direct fruits and vegetables, organic products, specialty foods, gourmet baked goods, specialty plants and more. 9am - 1pm.

For more information, visit their website at www.fernandinafarmersmarket.com.

SEPTEMBER 8

Women, Wealth & Wine An informal group of women who meet to discuss financial and related issues affecting us all. Come and ask the questions you have always wanted to ask and get insight to the questions you haven’t thought of yet. Financial answers and ideas over a glass of wine. Begins at 5:30pm.

For more information, call (904) 305-2608.

Amelia Island Blues Festival The Inaugural Amelia Island Blues Festival includes two days of outstanding music great food, beer, wine and more, all with the amazing Atlantic Ocean in the background. The all-star lineup features great blues artists such as Willie “Big Eyes” Smith, Albert Castiglia, Karl W. Davis, Sean Carney, Bill Sheffield, The David Gerald Band from Detroit, Michigan, Gainesville’s 6th St. Rhythm & Blues Review and South Florida’s Albert Castiglia. For more information, call (904) 277-0717 or visit www.aibluesfest.com.

SEPTEMBER 17 – 18

Spanish America War Event Fort Clinch State Park commemorates the Spanish American War. The fort will be filled with uniformed interpreters and participants will also be able to enjoy exhibits of the armament and period military equipment. The event will take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, call (904) 277-7274, or visit www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch

SEPTEMBER 24

A Day for “Hope” and “Friends”

SEPTEMBER 9, 10, 16-18

Man of La Mancha

Fernandina Beach resident Bill Raser plays Don Quixote in a St. Marys Little Theatre production of Man of La Mancha, in St. Marys, Ga. Performances begin at 7:00 pm, except for a Sunday matinee September 18 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $12.00, or $10.00 for groups of ten or more. A special ferry will run from the Fernandina Beach marina to St. Marys on September 17 for the 7pm performance. The ferry package includes a Spanish-themed dinner at Captain Seagle’s on St. Marys’ waterfront, trolley ride to the theatre, and performance for an all-inclusive price of $50.00 per person. The ferry leaves Fernandina at 3:30 pm and returns around 10:00 p.m. For more information or to reserve tickets, call (912) 729-1103.

SEPTEMBER 10

Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk A free event on the second Saturday each month in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach from 5:30 - 8:30 pm . 13 participating galleries offer a diverse selection of art. For information, call (800) 226-3542, or visit www.ameliaisland.com.

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SEPTEMBER 16 – 17

Please join us to help raise much needed funds for two great causes. Hope Therapy uses horses to provide Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy to children and adults with mental or physical disabilities. Friends of Talbot Islands State Parks is a citizen support organization whose purpose is to enhance and maintain numerous parks in Northeast Florida. The fundraiser will include a low country boil and barbeque for $10 per plate that begins at 3pm. For more information and directions, visit www.kellyranchinc.com.

SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 2

Women’s Tennis Championships Enjoy great tennis during the Women’s Tennis Championships at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Racquet Park. Tickets are free for matches on September 24 - 30. Tickets are $10 per adult or $5 per child for matches on October 1 & 2. Ticket sales on the final two days benefit the Fernandina Beach Rotary Club. For more information, call the Tennis Pro Shop at Omni Amelia Island Plantation at (904) 277-5145.

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AT A PIRATE PARTY WITH THE AMELIA ISLAND PIRATE CLUB AT SAVANNAH GRAND

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We are very proud to announce that Dan Driscoll, M.D. and our new partner, South East Eye, have joined Coastal Vision Center.

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“There are still plenty of things to see n April 28, 2011, a lightning strike and do in the Okefenokee,” says Chip. set off the Honey Prairie fire in the “This is a great opportunity to see how southwest portion of the Okefenokee the fires have changed the landscape and National Wildlife Refuge. Considered also experience how quickly the swamp one of the most significant fires in the recovers from fire.” Swamp Island Drive, history of the Okefenokee, the press an eight-mile long driving trail is open painted a picture of doom and gloom every day, with numerous walking trails for the future of the swamp. Not so for along the way, along with views of Chip and Joy Campbell, co-owners of The Chesser Island Homestead, a Okefenokee Adventures. The Campbells historic swamp family home originally understand the long-term effect of fires built in 1927. on peat swamps like the Okefenokee.

Okefenokee Adventures The most popular activity at “Fire is critical to the ecological landscape Still Going Strong after the Okefenokee Adventures is their of the southeast,” says Chip. “The entire Honey Prairie Fire 90-minute tour, which runs throughout eastern area of the Okefenokee would their business day and is scheduled not exist as prairie without fire—that’s

BY KAREN MILLER according to visitor traffic and guide what created that landscape.” availability. A 24-foot Carolina Skiff, So what does that mean for folks a flat-bottom boat with ample seating and canopy overhead, like Joy and Chip, whose livelihood relies on the swamp, takes visitors along the historic Suwanee Canal, through a whether there is drought, fire, or low water levels? “We’re just tangled forest of bay, cypress, pine, and shrubs, and then out ramping back up,” states Chip. “Our business re-opened the into the open expanse of the Chesser Prairie. Naturalist guides end of July, and we’re back to doing our tours. We had fire back share their knowledge of the swamp’s natural and cultural in 2007, so we’re used to this. It’s all part of the cycle of life history, telling interesting swamp stories and identifying plants in the Okefenokee.” For Okefenokee Adventures, tour routes and wildlife along the way. have always been varied, depending on water levels, weather, Visitors on the tour can expect to encounter egrets, herons, and wildlife activity. Most of their guides have family roots in ibis, sandhill cranes, hawks, alligators, and even an occasional the Okefenokee and have been leading swamp trips for 20 years bobcat or bear, depending on the time of year. Guests are or more. also encouraged to book private tours for groups, extended Chip, a Georgia native, has been exploring the Okefenokee excursions, and even overnight and multi-day wilderness since he was a 12-year-old Boy Scout. Chip and Joy met during excursions. The swamp is always beautiful, any time of year, their college days at North Carolina State University. The but the fall is an especially nice time because the bugs are few, couple honeymooned at the swamp in 1984, and have explored the weather is perfect, and fall flowers offer a great deal of color. the Okefenokee and many other Southern wetland ecosystems For more information about tours, visit www. extensively during their years together. They both worked at okefenokeeadventures.com. For other activities and more Research Triangle Institute in North Carolina before coming to information on the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, visit Georgia to take over the sole concession inside the Okefenokee www.fws.gov/okefenokee.

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rowing up in the 1950s, the Old Town neighborhood of Fernandina was his home. “It was a special place,” remembers Neil Frink. “Everyone had a boat, and the water was our playground. We would meet the guys—black and white, it didn’t matter—to swim in Egan’s Creek or play baseball on the plaza of old Fort San Carlos. It was a magical time to grow up in Fernandina.”

Neil Frink has a lineage of well-known names in the history of early commercial fishing in the area. His father, Neal Frink, was the first licensed black captain on a pogy fishing boat. (Note that the names are spelled differently. Says Neil: “Oh, I just got mad at him one day and changed how I spelled the name.”) A descriptive panel on pogy fishing in the Amelia Island Museum of History displays a picture of his father. “Some of the old guys around still tell stories about my dad,” says Neil. “He was well respected.” His mother’s family name was Traeye. That family traces their heritage to the group of settlers from the island of

Majorca who came to the area in the early 1800’s. During the recent bicentennial celebration in Old Town, Neil served as a narrator in Bosque Bello cemetery, describing the early days of fishing in the area. He also was a featured speaker on pogy fishing when the new Marine Welcome Center was recently opened on Fernandina’s docks.

“Growing up, I always had a job,” recalls Neil. “About 5th grade, I started on the docks, taking heads off shrimp for two cents a pound. I unloaded boats and worked on the laundry truck, running clothes up to the door. That’s how I got to know everyone in town.” Later, in high school, he worked in Allen’s Department Store in downtown Fernandina Beach.

He went to Peck High School, which was the AfricanAmerican high school during the days of segregation, graduating in 1959. Playing end on the only championship football team Peck High School produced (1958-59), he was offered a football scholarship to Bethune Cookman College, an all black college in Daytona Beach. The school’s limited budget, however, would only pay for his room and board during football season. It was too expensive for him or his family to pay for the remainder of the year, and he turned the scholarship down. Later, he was able to play semi-pro football for the Cramer Hill Wildcats, a team out of Philadelphia.

When the college scholarship didn’t work out, a family member suggested he look into the automotive business, and he landed a job in Philadelphia with Budd Automotive.

It was a steel stamping plant, and he helped produce fenders for Chevrolet, the most popular car in the country at that time. Philadelphia is where he met his wife, Joyce, a nurse anesthetist. They have one son, Sharif, who lives in California.

Neil retired at 55, and he and Joyce returned to Amelia Island, where he now works for Omni Resort, driving the airport shuttle. “I never got the smell of the salt air out of my system,” says Neil. “I love to lie in bed and hear the ocean. I’m glad to be home.”

He is now active in the community with the Friends of the Library as African American Reading Chair for Black History Month, but most of all, he is on this year’s committee which this past August celebrated the 100th anniversary of the founding of Peck High School.

Neil Frink has come home to where his roots are. And regardless of how you spell the name, he has made his own mark on Fernandina Beach.

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la bonita arbequina For a beautiful tree or bush that produces wonderful olives, consider planting an olive tree from Catalonia.

BY BETTY MORRELL

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ver the past few months, I have been writing about some of the exciting new plants available for our area, as well as some native and eco-friendly species. This month, I’d like to introduce an olive tree that I am very excited about.

It is relatively small—more the size of a bush—with edible olives, and it thrives in our area. It is the Arbequina olive.

Arbequina is a cultivar of olives with fruit that is highly aromatic, small, and symmetrical. Dark brown at first, they turn black when ripe.

It is grown profusely in the Catalonia region of Spain, and its name comes from the village of Arbecca, in the county of the Les Garrigues, where it was first introduced to Europe from Palestine in the seventeenth century. It is also grown in Aragon and Andalusia, as well as Argentina, Chile, and Australia. A sign of its popularity is that it has recently become the dominant olive cultivar in California.

The Arbequina is considered frosthardy, as it can tolerate 22 degree winter nights without any problems. It is well adapted to many different types of soil, although it does best in alkaline soils.

Relatively small with low vigor and

TIP O F T HE M O N T H When planting new plants or trees, be sure to get the air bubbles out of the root system by filling the hole with water and gradually adding soil. Get your fingers down in the dirt and direct the soil to the roots, adding more water and soil and keeping the air pockets out until the final layer of dirt is solid around the plant.

somewhat dropping branches, this olive tree tends to widen, and so it makes a wonderful hedge at about five feet tall. It also responds well to pruning and can be shaped or kept as a bush.

The leaves are small, with the upper surface being dark green and the lower surface greyish. The inflorescences are long and narrow, with 22 to 27 flowers on each. A three-gallon tree has a good possibility of bearing some fruit the first year; the seven-gallon will bear them even faster. It requires six hours of sunshine each day.

Although they are sometimes sold as table olives, Arbequina olives have one of the highest concentrations of oil and are therefore mostly used for olive oil

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production. Harvesting is easy, since the trees are typically low to the ground and allow for easy hand-picking. Oils from the Arbequina are generally buttery, fruity, and mild in flavor. Being low in polyphenols, the olives are delicious and good for you.

The Arbequina olive is perfect for pot-growing, indoors and outdoors. I can›t wait to plant one or two in my yard!

A pre-plant soil amender, Sodcaster, is recommended to improve establishment of turf, transplants, and new plantings, and to ensure accelerated root growth. When laying down sod, broadcast two pounds per 100 square feet. For trees and shrubs, you can add it to the bottom of the planting hole or distribute it evenly around the root ball before adding water to the planting hole. It works really well during drought periods, giving the root system a source of moisture through the copolymers it contains.

As always you can e-mail your questions to me at bamorrell@ aol.com and visit our web site at www.inthegardenwithbetty.com. In the meantime, Happy Gardening!

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ow fortunate can you be during house-hunting to walk through the door of an existing home and feel that it was built just for you! That is what happened to Christine and Paul Meehan when they saw a house in the River Oaks area of Amelia Island four years ago. The home had been built by Arthur Rutenberg Homes in 2005 and it had all the elements the Meehans desired: an open floor plan with easy flow for both comfortable living and elegant entertaining, and, most of all, a well-designed interior space that would dramatically showcase their vast collection of contemporary Japanese wood-block prints. They knew immediately that this was “home!”

It was no easy challenge to find the perfect architecture to house their collection of museum-quality art work. They have compiled over 400 contemporary Japanese wood-block prints, filling up the wall space and overflowing into storage areas. And yes, it truly is museum quality. In fact, from February 7 to May 6, 2012, 100 pieces selected from the Meehan’s collection are being featured in a special exhibition at the Morikami Museum in Del Ray Beach, Florida. The Morikami Museum and Gardens was featured prominently in the May 2011 issue of Smithsonian Magazine.

Japanese wood-block printing is a process by which a design is cut into a block of wood, which is then

Top: The comfortable family room flows easily to the exterior. The taupe walls provide a background for additional Japanese artwork. The chairs are copies of those found in the famous Raffles restaurant in Singapore.

Inset: A fruitwood altar table provides display space for a Southwestern fetish and decorative bowls. Hiroyuki Tajima (1911-1984) produced the Japanese wood-block print above. He is a particular favorite of the homeowners, and they own thirty-three prints by him.

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Above left: The dining room table is set for a typical Japanese dinner with an “obi” used as table runner. Featuring numerous sliding doors, the unique chest is called a “tansu” and was originally used for kitchen storage. The two prints are by Rikio Takahashi (1917-1999).

Inset: One of the Meehans most prized Japanese wood-cut prints is by Toko Shinoda (1913- ). She is considered a “National Treasure” in Japan.

inked or painted and rolled onto paper to create the image.

Sound easy? There’s more: the artist often starts by making the paper and ink by hand. What’s more, the design has to be carved into the wood in such a way that some areas receive color and others do not. Five or more wood blocks are then used, applied separately, and integrated into the design, sometimes even using the grain of the wood as an integral part of the painting. The precision and attention to detail is amazing, producing a complex and compelling work of art.

The Meehans have been collecting such wood block prints for over 35 years. Hanging in every room of the home, they beckon the eye to examine them further, while adding color and beauty to the interior design.

Paul has worked on ships all his life, starting out as an “able-bodied seaman” on tugboats in New York harbor. From there, he went to work for Sunoco Oil Company, where he

was employed for over 20 years. He now works part-time as a captain on the Emerald Princess II, the gambling boat out of Brunswick, Ga. His wife, Christine, owned her own medical device business for many years, and they both traveled all over the world. Many of the interesting items that adorn their home have come from their travels.

Paul and Christine met in New York City when Christine was there in college. At that point, Paul had already purchased two Japanese prints, but it was when he was tranferred to Tokyo, courtesy of Sunoco, that they really started collecting. At one point, they even attended an auction at Christie’s to buy one particular artist’s work. Being neophytes in the auction world, they were surrounded by “big-time museums with unlimited budgets,” as Paul recalls.

“We were too intimidated to raise the auction paddle,” he continues. “However, the time finally came and we were

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Above: The screened pool and outdoor entertaining area is accessed through a series of folding glass doors, adding an additional dimension to the home’s living area. A fireplace is cozy for entertaining on cool evenings.

Inset: The library includes many volumes of research books on Japanese woodblock prints.

able to buy one of our prized pieces that day. In the heat of the auction, I wasn’t even totally certain what price I had committed to, but I did well!”

The Meehans love their house, most expecially for the way it showcases their beloved artwork. They are also ecstatic about living on Amelia Island. Two days after visiting friends on Amelia Island Plantation, they were ready to move here. “Driving down one of the canopy roads still takes my breath away,” says Christine. While enjoying life on the island so much, they also feel it is important for them to “give back” to the community.

Paul volunteers for Cat’s Angels, the Nassau County Public Library, and White Oak Conservatory, while Christine serves on the board of the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival.

The Meehans have found their paradise here. In turn, the community is fortunate to have them share their interests and talents with Amelia Island.

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n the spring of 2005, Chef Scotty Schwartz opened 29 South, a chic neighborhood bistro, in the historic Murdaugh house at 29 South Third Street in downtown Fernandina Beach. An award-winning and accomplished chef, Schwartz partnered with various local farms for the freshest vegetables and meats, even growing many of his own organic fruits and vegetables in his extensive garden behind the restaurant. My partner, Rumsey, and I stopped by one evening to visit with Chef Scotty, check out the garden, and enjoy a lovely meal. The restaurant is always bustling with happy diners and a fabulous wait staff ready to tend to your every need.

Our server, Bob, suggested we begin our meal with a glass of Cline Oakley Four Whites, a California blend. These blends are very popular these days, and this particular wine was light and crisp with an adventurous spirit—excellent with appetizers.

The chef prepares a different bread selection every day, and, on this evening, we nibbled on a delightful foccaccia bread, which was warm and fragrant with herbs. We also sampled a Lumpy Blue Crab Cake. Served on a slurry of Old Bay butter with pickled watermelon rind, the cake was wonderful – all crab and very rich, with the watermelon rind bringing out the natural sweetness of the crab. I also ordered the Smokehouse Mussels, my favorite dish at 29 South. The Prince Edward Island mussels are exquisitely cooked in a smoked tomato mariniere.

They’re so delicious that I always have to have them when I visit the restaurant.

Chef Scotty offered us a taste of two dishes: his small plate version of Surf and Turf and his Duck Salad. The first was a lovely, enormous sea scallop on ginger carrot puree with oxtail marmalade. What a creative and beautiful dish! With a small tasting portion, I was reluctant to share it with my dining companion. The salad featured cobb-smoked duck – similar to bacon—sitting atop a mound of spring mix with caramelized onions, crispy fingerling potatoes, a poached Conner Farm egg, and Sweet Grass Dairy Thomasville Tomme cheese. It reminded me of a delicious “breakfast for dinner” for gourmet lovers!

With the duck, I enjoyed a glass of Four Vines Zinfandel and Rumsey tasted the Yangarra Grenache. Tasting of spicy berries, with a rich feel in the mouth, the zinfandel was wonderful with

that dish. The grenache was extremely aromatic and earthy, with hints of cloves and berries.

For our main entrees, I was hankering for Springer Farms Fried Chicken. I love this dish, the batter is perfect, the chicken melt-in-your-mouth, and it is drizzled with Naked Bee Honey, cracked pepper, and served on buttermilk smashed potatoes.

Rumsey and I also shared the Chef’s Foie Burger. Yes, it’s a burger made with Waygu beef and foie gras, served on a buttered Kaiser, and then topped with summer truffle brie, a slice of Benton’s country ham, and a Conner Farm egg. Wow! The foie gras added a velevety richness to the burger, and the

creative toppings made it the most decadent burger I’ve ever tasted! Our wine pairings included Domaine Serene “Yamhill Cuvee” Pinot Noir, a medium ruby colored wine with spicy, complex flavors. We also sampled a Felino Vina Merlot from Argentina that boasted a very strong and fruity aroma. Both wines were just wonderful with our entrees.

Normally, I enjoy 29 South’s Coffee and Doughnuts for dessert, but this time I decided to try the Buttermilk Panna Cotta, which is served with Conner Farm strawberries dipped in Naked Bee Honey. I love this delicate Italian custard, and it made a sublime ending to another perfect meal at 29 South.

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dining guide 29 South ~ This eclectic bistro has it all; great ambiance, fantastic food, an extensive wine list and reasonable prices. The menu can best be described as traditional world cuisine with modern, whimsical twist, where award-winning executive chef and owner Scotty Schwartz paints a playground for the palette. Choose from entrees including: lobster corn dogs with spicy horseradish ketchup spiked with ketel one vodka, seared scallops on green tea smoked thai curry nage topped with crispy calamari straws, and sweet tea brined smithfield farm pork chop on macaroni gratin with warm blackberry preserves. 29 South also features grilled pizzas, sandwiches, and nightly specials. 29 South Third Street, Historic Downtown, (904) 2777919, www.29southrestaurant.com.

Barberitos ~ Barberitos is a Southwestern grille and cantina where your food is made-to-order right in front of you, exactly the way you tell us to make it. In addition to serving only the best tasting burritos, we also offer delicious tacos, quesadillas, nachos and salads. Barberitos offers fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious food, made-to-order, just the way you like it. 1521 Sadler Road. Major credit cards. 1521 Sadler Rd, (904) 277-2505.

Bar Zin ~ Inspired by 30 years in the hospitality industry and numerous trips to Napa and Sonoma, our philosophy at Bar Zin is quite simple: create a fun relaxed upbeat indoor / outdoor atmosphere where friends and families can enjoy creative, fresh American bistro cuisine.

In addition, we offer a diverse beverage menu consisting of great wines, local brews, and Saki martinis. Whenever possible, it is our intention to utilize local farmers, local products, and local businesses to create a farm-to-table style menu. Our vision was to design a neighborhood atmosphere where everyone will feel welcome, whether you are enjoying a full meal, appetizers, or just stopping in for a cold beverage; a place that will attract a diverse clientele which in turn makes it a place where everyone will have a relaxing and fun time. www.barzin-bistro-winebar.com.

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swordfish piccata prepared in New American style. 277-3662. 801 Beech Street. Open seven days. D, $$$, F. Bonito Grill and Sushi ~ Bonito Grill & Sushi offers guests a unique dining experience with an “East meets West” fusion cooking style. Enjoy miso-rubbed Chilean Sea Bass, black bean & garlic Maine lobster, hoisin citrus glazed salmon, or one of our chef’s daily fusion specials.

Dine in the casual sushi bar area, or for a more elegant evening, select from our extensive wine list and indulge in the experience of our warm, contemporary dining room. Monday through Saturday, join us for lunch, and try Bonito’s popular Bento lunch box. Our full bar, eclectic menu, and unique atmosphere will provide a new twist to your normal lunch or dinner routine. 614 Centre St. 261-0508. www.bonitogrillandsushi. com Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, Sat. 12:00-2:30pm, Dinner: 7 days, 5:30-9:30pm V/ MC/AE. Brett’s Waterway Cafe ~ The only restaurant on the island where you can dine overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, Brett’s offers a wide choice of seafood, chicken and beef with daily specials both at lunch and dinner. The view of the water, the impeccable service and the refined ambiance will enhance your dining pleasure. The large rectangular bar overlooking the Fernandina Harbor Marina is a pleasant place to enjoy a drink. Open seven days. At the marina on Front Street. 261-2660. Open 7 days, Mon-Sat L, D, $$$, F. Café Karibo ~ Located on North 3rd St. just off Centre Street in the historic downtown district.

It has a cozy interior with a funky, laid-back setting. It’s most striking feature is its naturally shaded outdoor dining patio. Great selection of sandwiches, salads, and soups for lunch. Tasty nightly fresh fish specials, theme nights (Tue: Trivia with Angie. Prizes each night.), and live music in the patio most Friday and Saturday nights. Kid friendly. Vegetarian items on the menu. Open: 11am–9pm Tue thru Sat; Sunday 11am–8pm with lunch menu specials; Mon 11am–3pm. Fresh-brewed beer available in the Café and in the brew pub—The Karibrew— located next door. Food prices are relatively lowlunch average $10 pp/ dinner $20 pp (generous portions).

Le Clos ~ Located in Fernandina’s Historic District, Le Clos serves delicious Provençal dishes, by candlelight and music, in a charming, intimate, 1906 cottage. Patio garden seating available, weather permitting. Eclectic wine list.

Monday-Saturday 5:30-9:00 PM. Reservations recommended. 30 South Second Street.

(904)261.8100. www.leclos.com. D, $$$, B/W. Crab Trap ~ Nautical decor and friendly service makes for a casual, relaxing atmosphere. Dinner daily offers seafood—fried, grilled, broiled, or blackened—as well as steaks, chicken and oysters year round. Entrees $8.95 - $18.95. Call for seasonal hours. Beer, wine, and cocktails. Family owned and operated since 1979. 31 N 2nd Street, 261-4749. $$$ V/MC/D. España ~ Featuring Old World cuisine from Portugal and Spain, España offers an intriguing

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menu in a comfortably elegant atmosphere in downtown Fernandina Beach. Owner/chef Roberto Pestana serves mouthwatering tapas like Grouper Ceviche, Portobello al La España, and Shrimp with Garlic, all served with España’s homemade bread. Entrees include a classic Seafood Paella, and a variety of fresh local seafood and meats. España also features an extensive wine list and an excellent homemade sangria. Available for private parties. Reservations recommended.

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22 South 4th Street. $$$, L, D, B/W. Espressos Cafe ~ Food offerings at Espressos are simple and light, refined over many years by discriminating palates and freshly prepared in the best Tuscan tradition. Enjoy Old-World wines from the star vineyards of Europe and coffees and teas chosen from the finest estates in the world.

Espressos boasts an elegant ambience that mirrors Europe’s finest bistros and cafés. Located in Gateway to Amelia. Open Mon. to Wed., 8 a.m to 5 p.m; Thurs. to Sat., from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Available for private events at other times. (904) 491-9800. Major credit cards. B,L,D. $$ Gourmet Gourmet ~ Gourmet Gourmet is located between The Ritz-Carlton and AIP at the historical American Beach entrance, on the corner of Lewis Street and A1A. In addition to our fabulous selections of baked goods, appetizers, salads, & entrées to go, we also serve gourmet coffees/cappuccino/espresso with continental breakfast items, brunch, and lunch everyday.

A bistro-style dinner menu is served Wed-Sat 5-9pm. AE/MC/ V/DISC 261-8973. Sun-Tues 9am-6pm; Wed-Sat 9am-Seasonal. $$, B,L,D. Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro ~ Located in historic downtown Fernandina, Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro serves innovative cuisine in a relaxed, island atmosphere. Enjoy fresh seafood, game, and specialty dishes in a charming 1903 home, or outside in a New Orleans-inspired courtyard.

Jacksonville Magazine Top 25. Extensive wine list available. Reservations recommended. Major credit cards. 321-2558. Open seven days. D, $$$.

Lulu’s at the Thompson House ~ Lulu’s is more than just a sandwich shop! The dinner menu changes nightly to showcase the best available fresh, local seafood. Lunch features sandwiches, po’ boys, salads, and a wide selection of seafood “little plates.” Open for lunch and dinner Tues - Sat. Sunday Brunch from 10:30 - 3. Beer and wine available. Major credit cards. Reservations recommended. 11 South 7th Street. Historic Downtown Fernandina. www.lulusamelia.com.

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Old South Yankee Gourmet Grocery Store ~ Whether you’re headed out to the beach or on your lunch break, Old South Yankee offers a variety of sandwiches including Cubans, Spicy Chicken Salad, The Best BLTs and many more.

We have homemade soup every day, salad specials, and lunches are served with cole slaw, pickles and sweet or unsweet tea. And while you’re waiting, enjoy samples of Old South Yankee gourmet dips and spreads, blueberry lemonade and awardwinning pies. If you’re planning a party, pick up a catering menu or make an appointment by calling (904) 277-5609. Located at 1667 South 8th Street, across from the Island Carwash.

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Picante ~ Just west of the Shave Bridge, Picante offers the vibrant flavors of Peru and Latin America with a contemporary look and a fun atmosphere boasting a large dining area and free Wi-Fi throughout. The menu at Picante reflects the culinary influences of Latin America providing their guests with a distinctive and unique Latin dining experience. Mostly influenced by Peruvian cuisine, we stamp our dishes with new, bold flavors to challenge and excite your palate!

Offering everything from authentic Peruvian Cebiche to Argentinian cuts of beef with chimichurri sauce. Picante also serves an extensive selection of both boutique South American wines as well as international and domestic craft brew beers, adding a unique flare to the Island’s dining experience. For more information please call (904) 310-9221/9222 or visit us at www.picantenassau.com. Open: Thur. - Sat for Lunch 11:30am - 3pm; Mon-Sun for Dinner. $$. B/W. PLAE ~ PLAE (People Laughing and Eating) features a brilliant and seductive atmosphere that accompanies an incomparable menu. Both the menu and the lounge are classic, with exciting twists and unexpected elements that tantalize all appetites. Make PLAE a must on your “to do” list. Located at The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. 277-2132. D, $$$, F. Sandy Bottoms ~ Casual dining, lunch and dinner menu, outside beach bar, tables and chairs in the sand on the beach, live entertainment almost every night, feet from the ocean. We offer seafood, sandwiches, salads, and home made pizzas. Full bar inside and outside.

Sliders Seaside Grill ~ The Caribbean on Amelia Island! Slider’s offers fun dining for the whole family! Exotic seafood and steaks served to order are the specials of the house. Enjoy a beautiful oceanfront view inside, or on the patio, located steps from the beach. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 1998 S. Fletcher Ave. at Sadler Rd. (next to the roundabout). 277-6652. L, D, $$, F. The Surf ~ Dine indoors or out on the huge, oceanview deck. The extensive menu features delicious seafood, steaks, burgers, wraps, salads and Boar’s Head sandwiches. Daily specials include our famous all-you-can-eat wings (Wed. night) and $6.99 lobsters all day Sunday. Casual, fun atmosphere. Take-out available. Open daily from 11am. 29 TVs throughout. WIFI available.

Full service bar. Entertainment every night and weekend afternoons. 3199 S. Fletcher AVe. 2615711. L, D, $$, F. The Verandah ~ Charmingly casual with today’s freshest seafood…The Verandah alone is worth a trip to Amelia. Sample specially prepared delicacies from the sea as well as grilled New York strip, pan-roasted free-range chicken, grilled pork tenderloin and more! Set among the live oaks of Racquet Park, views are splendid and the service is even better. Dinner nightly, 5:30pm-9pm.

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This beautiful custom home is located on Beach Walker Road just a short walk to the ocean. The spacious, open floorplan features high ceilings, elevator and a wonderful enclosed pool area. The master bedroom is conveniently located on the first floor. Abundant storage, media area and lush wooded surroundings set this home apart from the rest.

Wonderful resort and country club amenities are available for purchase.

For more information on this unique property, call Marcy Mock with Summer Beach Realty at (904) 753-6500.

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The Exclusive and Unique Listings of Amelia Island Plantation Real Estate We are the sales and listings leader in Amelia Island Plantation. We have more listings and sell more properties in Amelia Island Plantation than all other real estate companies combined.

Offering the Island’s most unique HOMES, HOMESITES and VILLAS. To view our listings, please visit WWW.AIPFL.COM/REALESTATE • 6800 FIRST COAST HIGHWAY • AMELIA ISLAND • FLORIDA • 32034 • 866-669-5099

5 Oak Point Beautifully upgraded 3 BR/3.5 BA home with open floor plan, fireplace and view of Long Point golf course. $749,000

Dunes Club Villas Exclusive 4 BR / 4 BA villa with pool and ocean views $1,700,000

10 Red Maple Charming 3 BR/2 BA home on .5 acre lot bordering the Willow Conservancy features a fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and screened porch. $695,000

Windsong Villas Spacious 2 and 3 BR Mediterranean-style ocean front villas. $825,000 – $1,300,000

23 Beach Walker Luxurious 4 BR/ 4.5 BA home just steps from the beach features Italian porcelain tile floors, fireplace, crown molding and 24’ ceilings. $1,495,000

Courtside Villas Comfortable 2 BR / 2 BA, 1,460 Sq. Ft. villas with pool located in the Racquet Park area. $295,000 - $390,000

108 Marsh Creek Exquisite 4 BR/5.5 BA home on marsh side of Oak Marsh golf course features 3-car garage, 2 AC systems and reverse osmosis. $1,450,000

Fairway Oak Villas Enjoy golf and wooded views from these quaint 2 BR / 2 BA villas. $199,000 - $335,000

These unique properties are not listed in the Multiple Listing Service. To view please visit us online at WWW.AIPFL.COM/REALESTATE • 6800 FIRST COAST HIGHWAY • AMELIA ISLAND • FLORIDA • 32034 • 866-669-5099

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112 OCEANS OF AMELIA $395,000 Charming oceanfront property getaway with community pool being sold beautifully furnished. This two bedroom, two bath villa offers low monthly fees, allows pets, has covered parking, allows rentals and features tile flooring in all areas except bedrooms, spacious living area, new windows and doors, plantation shutters. Convenient to historic downtown Fernandina Beach and Fort Clinch. Enjoy the ocean breeze and watch the tide roll in from your private balcony!

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~ Featured Listings ~ CARLTON DUNES AT SUMMER BEACH

Located north and adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. These fabulous oceanfront condominiums feature beautiful custom appointments, large square footage and membership to The Golf Club of Amelia Island. Oceanfront and golf course views are incredible!

These units start at $1,300,000.

86343 EASTPORT DRIVE $250,000 ICI-built home with fantastic lake views! Privately situated on a large lot, this four bedroom, three bath home offers large living space, office/study with French doors, screened lanai, large master suite with his and her closets, plantation shutters throughout, side entry garage and more. North Hampton offers resort-style pool, 18 hole golf course and clubhouse, soccer field, tennis courts and pavilion with kayak launch and fire pit.

OCEAN PLACE AT SUMMER BEACH

Located on the south side of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. These wonderful condominiums offer the perfect get-away. Competitive pricing, fabulous floor plans, beautiful views, as well as rental potential have made Ocean Place a “must have” for potential owner-investors.

These units start at $525,000 and are direct oceanfront.

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6 WATER OAK ROAD This well-maintained, recently remodeled 3 BR, 3.5 BA home in Omni Amelia Island Plantation provides wonderful living space indoors and out.

Pavers in the front and back of house with a low maintenance yard and lightscaping. All with a view of the golf course in your back yard! New roof was added in 2005 and total house was replumbed in 2008 when upgrades were done. This home is priced well with todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upgraded standards, perfect for the buyer who wants move-in ready. $615,000

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FOREST RIDGE VILLAGE If you are looking for a totally renovated turn-key unit within walking distance to the beach, you have found it! Fully furnished and move-in ready, just bring your toothbrush and bathing suit. Assigned parking space. $135,000

206 SAND DOLLAR VILLAS Just bring your bathing suit!

This nicely decorated condo is move-in ready. See and hear the ocean from your home!

This unit also has great rental history, and it is being sold fully furnished!! A few personal items are being excluded.

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Amelia Island Plantation Oceanfront Villa $1,295,000

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The Blue-Eyed Blonde 2 shots of limoncello cream 1 fresh lemon squeezed 1 splash of simple syrup 1 1/2 shots of Smirnoff vodka 1 egg white Shake with ice and serve on the rocks in a sugar rimmed glass. Float fresh blueberries in the glass and top with a “floater” of limoncello, lemon wedge and a sprig of fresh mint. Enjoy!

The Smirnoff Bar Wars Local restaurateur Brett Carter takes the top prize in a statewide competition.

BY JAN DAVIS • PHOTO BY KATRIN BELL

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rett Carter has long been recognized as one of the ultimate style-setters on Amelia Island. His long career in home décor and as a prominent restaurateur has been impressive. Recently, Brett’s creativity has found yet another outlet: creating a brand new cocktail. One of Brett’s suppliers, Southern Wine and Spirits, urged him to enter a contest called “The Smirnoff Bar Wars of Florida,” a competition among 40 bartenders from the state of Florida to invent a new cocktail using Smirnoff vodka as the primary ingredient. Brett took on the challenge as a lark.

In thinking about the theme for his new drink, he started thinking about his childhood summers in Missouri. Feeling nostalgic, he decided to create a drink that is reminiscent of that time. As a young boy (when—surprise!—he had beautiful blonde curls), Brett often worked with his family on their farm, where it was common to can the summer’s harvest, gleaned

from their garden or fruit trees. The blue-eyed Brett often spent time working at a lemonade stand, selling the family’s harvest to passers-by. The idea for this drink, named “The Blue-Eyed Blonde,” came from that experience.

For the contest, Brett combined his homemade limoncello cream with a few other ingredients, topped it with a crown of lemon, garnished it with blueberries and a sprig of mint, and then presented it all in a chilled glass with a sugar rim. With over 200 people watching the competition, the judges chose Brett’s drink as the winner.

And the prize? For the next year, Brett’s portrait and his Waterway Café logo will appear on all the Southern Wine and Spirits delivery trucks throughout Northeast Florida! Look for the trucks, but most of all, try a “Blue-Eyed Blonde” the next time you’re in Brett’s Waterway Café or his other signature restaurant, PLaE.

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