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Whether life has thrown change into our path for reasons beyond our control or we decide on our own to set out in new directions, change happens. So it is with our homes.

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The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said that the only thing constant in life is change, and sometimes are lives can be perfect examples of that maxim. Whether life has thrown change into our path for reasons beyond our control or we decide on our own to set out in new directions, change happens. Often that is a good thing, as change can keep us alert, ready for new opportunities to learn and grow. When we can embrace change, we are prepared to set out on new pathways without apprehension.

So it is with our homes. Once we have gotten our homes into a state we are happy with, inertia and the comfort of the familiar can make us a little passive. Before we know it, the routine of our favorite chair or our familiar habits can drain our vitality a little. In our lives, we often tread a fine line between comfort and stimulation—both of which can be positive or negative, depending on our situation—and that tension between the two plays out in our houses, too. We like the comfort of familiar things, but shaking things up in our home environments can be a wonderful tonic.

As the places where we spend the majority of our time, our homes are sanctuaries, places where we should feel relaxed and secure. Yet we never want to let ourselves get too comfortable. In this year’s annual Amelia Islander Magazine “Home & Design” special issue, we are happy to feature two homes in which the respective homeowners made changes to their comfortable arrangements in order to seize something new and exciting. In the first, a couple on Amelia Island Plantation decided to open up the back of their house overlooking the marsh and expand it to take advantage of the extraordinary natural vistas surrounding them. They found a willing collaborator in Vic Buscaino of Plantation Housing Corp.

In the second, a couple living and working in London wanted a rejuvenating change of atmosphere, so they bought a penthouse condominium on Amelia Island. An empty shell, the condominium was transformed into a beautiful island retreat for the homeowners, with indispensable design help from an old friend now based in Jacksonville.

Also this month, we look at some new design trends that will influence homes in 2015 and take a look at changes in technology that are quickly reshaping how we will interact with our homes in the future. In addition, we preview the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival’s exciting Winter Series, enjoy a Cumberland Island campout with Karen Miller, and much more.

See you around the island!

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Contributing Writers Dickie Anderson, Theresa Duncan, Jim Ewing, Kate Harris, Karen Miller, Betty Morrell, Julie Simmons Contributing Photographers William Raser, Elizabeth Wilkes, David Burghardt, Pam Bell, Sherry Garbarini, Holly Allain, Lynne Taylor, Katrin Bell

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JAN/FEB2015 10 Cover Story A SHARED VISION

When Janet and Alex were considering a remodel for their marshfront Amelia Island Plantation home, they approached Vic Buscaino of Plantation Housing Corporation and discovered a kindred spirit who would help them realize their home’s extraordinary potential.

27 Penthouse Perspecitves It’s not easy to decorate a home on Amelia Island when you are living in London, but Karen and Jim were able to transform their Dunes Club Villa into something special with the help of an old friend.

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New trends in home design and decorating for 2015 emphasize flexibility, maximizing your existing space, and introducing new colors.

With new technology connecting your home appliances to a phone or tablet, you can save energy, monitor security, and ask your refrigerator if you need milk.

The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival celebrates the violin in its 2015 Winter Series, culminating with a concert by the renowned Joshua Bell.

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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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Beach Combing 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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In the Garden With the “armchair gardening” in full swing, consider native azaleas or other new plants to add brilliant color to your garden.

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Eating Scene The Surf has a new menu with delicious seafood, steaks, and sandwiches, all served in its signature fun, beachy atmosphere.

The living room of this Amelia Island Plantation home features a magnificent fireplace and a monochromatic palate to compliment the marsh views. Photo by David Burghardt, Island Photography.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

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Backyard Adventure So close and yet also worlds away, Cumberland Island rewards repeated visits with its bounty of rich history, outdoor activities, and remarkable wildlife.

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a shared vision

BY KAREN MILLER • PHOTOS BY ISLAND PHOTOGRAPHY

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hen Janet and Alex approached Vic Buscaino from Arthur Rutenberg Homes/Plantation Housing Corporation about remodeling their home on Walker Creek, Buscaino knew they would make a great team.

They were visionaries, like himself, who could see the vast potential in such a home, and he was eager to take on the project. The couple had purchased the house in 2012, after having vacationed on Amelia Island since the 1980s. Once completed, it surpassed the owners’ expectations for quality and design.

“The marsh views were the most important thing, and the original home had a traditional vaulted roof,” says Buscaino. “We opened up the back of the house and expanded it, changing the roof line and creating the amazing views you see here today.” The house was built in the 1980s, and then renovated in the 1990s, then again in the early 2000s.

Still a beautiful home, the space was broken into rooms that didn’t work for the new owners. They wanted the house opened up, so the views could be taken in from every part of the house, while

Top: The builder opened the back of the house and expanded it, changing the roof line, for optimal views and to increase the living space. The monochromatic color scheme brings forth the colors of the marsh. Touches of color add interest to the room, while a massive stone fireplace is a warm and welcoming feature.

Opposite page, below left: A custom cabinet in the great room divides the space without using a wall, allowing for a spacious dining area and a game room.

Below right: The kitchen was moved to the back of the home. Custom cabinets and a large island provide a spacious area for cooking and entertaining.

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Above: A new master suite was created from a pre-existing living area, utilizing the same vaulted ceiling and beams, which were painted and updated. The room features a cozy fireplace and a television that is hidden within the foot of the bed when not in use.

still keeping with much of the original footprint. Along with architect John Dodd, the “team” created a modern and extraordinary four bedroom, fourand-a-half bath home like no other on Amelia Island.

Originally, the kitchen was located near the entryway of the house, with a hallway. This space was converted to an office and exercise room. The newly

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of birds and wildlife pass outside the house throughout the day, offering an extraordinary window into the island’s marsh ecosystem.

A new master suite was created from a pre-existing living area, utilizing the spectacular vaulted ceiling and beams, which were painted and updated.

The room also features a fireplace and an unusual and clever closet with an open ceiling that allows for additional light and space. The attached bath boasts a remarkable tub made from engineered stone, which looks more like a breathtaking piece of art. The home actually has two master suites, and two guest rooms, one of which was built above the garage, for a peaceful and private retreat.

Nicole Herbert from Vignette Design provided many of the design elements, including an amazing king size bed by Caracole, which hides a flat screen TV. With the touch of a button, the television is lowered into the foot of the bed, completely out of sight. Mike Gleason of Amelia Creative Cabinetry

Above left: A Florida room with an outdoor kitchen is colorful and charming, a relaxing retreat any time of the year. The outdoor kitchen was built on the other side of the indoor kitchen, with completely unobstructed views of the marsh and a multitude of birds and wildlife.

Below left: An outdoor brick oven provides warmth, and maybe even artisanal pizza, for casual al fresco dining. The outdoor kitchen was built on the other side of the indoor kitchen, but with completely unobstructed views, where a multitude of birds and wildlife can be seen on any given day.

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was another “team” member, who played a huge role in the home’s special touches. A custom cabinet in the great room divides the space without using a wall. He also designed the kitchen cabinets and other built-in shelving and storage cupboards within the house.

Susan Boylan from California Closets designed the custom “his and hers” spaces for the home owners, measuring everything precisely, bringing the idea of custom closets to new heights.

Janet and Alex wanted a monochromatic color scheme that would enhance the stunning natural vistas, with touches of color here and there for interest. Chabot Painting provided a professional finish in every room, while Buscaino’s crew created all the home’s custom stonework, marble counters, and wooden floors.

“This was truly a team effort,” says Buscaino. “The owners and all the vendors we worked with were amazing. It was a pleasure to see so many ideas come together to create this astonishing home.”

Above left: A second master suite provides a plenty of space for guests, along with two other guest rooms, one of which was built above the garage.

Below left: The master bath features an extraordinary tub made from engineered stone, which looks more like a breathtaking piece of art.

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BIG BAND BASH GALA DINNER DANCE SET FOR VALENTINE’S DAY The Amelia Island Jazz Festival is proud to announce its fourth annual “Big Band Bash,” to be held Saturday, February 14, 2015 from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Amelia Ballroom at the Omni Resort at Amelia Island Plantation. The popular Dinner Dance Benefit Gala will present The Dynamic Les DeMerle 17-piece Orchestra, featuring vocalist Bonnie Eisele with special guests in a salute to America’s legendary big bands.

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the music will showcase classic romantic tunes while paying tribute to jazz greats like Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Harry James, with whom DeMerle played drums for several years. A “Meet and Greet the Musicians” cocktail party is set to begin at 6:30 p.m. Suggested dress is casual elegant. Tickets for the Big Band Bash are priced at $85 per person, and proceeds will benefit the Amelia Island Jazz Festival Scholarship Program.

For online ticket purchases and further information, visit the festival website at www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com or call (904) 504-4772. Tickets can also be purchased at the UPS Store, 1417 Sadler Road, or at the AIFBY Chamber of Commerce in Gateway to Amelia, at A1A and Amelia Parkway.

Returning from January 16 to January 25, the seventh annual Amelia Island Restaurant Week offers a great opportunity to try a selection of Amelia Island’s irresistible, award-winning dining options. Each participating restaurant will offer a prix-fixe menu, including three courses and a non-alcoholic beverage, at either $19 or $29 per person. New for 2015, select restaurants will offer a prix-fixe three-course lunch menu with a non-alcoholic beverage for $12 per person.

On January 15, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island is offering a kick-off event for Restaurant Week with a Tribute to Modern Southern Cuisine theme. Ritz-Carlton Executive Chef Andrew Yeo is gathering a group of local chefs to prepare a tasting for a Five-Course dinner at Cafe 4750. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a wine tasting, passed hors d’oeuvres, and a 6:45 p.m. dinner seating. Reservations can be made by calling (904) 277-1087. On January 24, the Omni Resort at Amelia Island Plantation hosts a Restaurant Week finale dinner event at the Sunrise Cafe. The four-course dinner will be paired with wine and starts at 7:00 p.m. Reservations can be made via OpenTable or by calling (800) 684-9999. For a full list of participating restaurants and for more information, call (904) 277-0717 or visit www.ameliaislandrestaurantweek.com.

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES LAUNCHES ON AMELIA Prudential Chaplin Williams Realty has recently re-branded their business as Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, based in Irvine, California, is a brand-new real estate brokerage network built for a new era in residential real estate. The network, among the few organizations entrusted to use the world-renowned Berkshire Hathaway name, brings to the real estate market a definitive mark of trust, integrity, stability, and longevity. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services was named “Real Estate Agency Brand of the Year” in early 2014 by consumers in the 26th annual Harris Poll EquiTrend® study of the largest real estate networks.

“Hugh Williams and I thought long and hard about this transition and considered all options,” explains co-owner Dee Chaplin. “The Prudential name has served us and our customers very well for 16 years. When Prudential made their decision to concentrate on insurance and financial services, we saw an opportunity to consider alternatives. After much discussion, we and our agents all agreed the Berkshire Hathaway name, with its recognition and resources, would serve everyone better within the real estate marketplace.” Berkshire Hathaway Home Services will continue to serve the real estate needs of Amelia Island and all of Nassau County, with 40 topclass agents. For more information, visit www.ChaplinWilliams.com.

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hat makes a good gallery? That is a question that gallery owner and artist Sandra Baker-Hinton often asks herself. Amelia SanJon Gallery includes artwork by Sandra and many different artists – along with a working studio and a frame shop—so it can be a challenge sometimes to ensure the gallery doesn’t get too cluttered with interesting art!

When Sandra opened, her idea of a good-looking gallery was a clean area with uncluttered space, much like an art museum, with space to show off the art.

But, as time went by, she began to take in more and more artists whose work she admired. Then there was the vintage copper jewelry that caught Sandra’s eye and has been a big hit with customers.

“I think the copper adds so much to the already sumptuous variety of jewelry made by our many jewelry designers,” says Sandra. “Then there are the printmakers, who were a very important part of the first year the gallery was in operation.

One day, a great young metal sculptor came by, and I couldn’t resist having some of those in my gallery, too!” Since Sandra

does acrylics and watermedia paintings, it made sense to include other painters who do exceptional work in other media, especially oil painters and fiber artists, along with wood, pottery, and glass.

Sandra finds great pleasure to hear someone open the front door and exclaim, “Wow!” Many of her customers spend hours in her gallery because there is so much to see. “We have at least sixty artists exhibiting here,” says Sandra.

“The space is not always neat and tidy because it is also my working studio, and, like most artists, I often have several projects going at one time. I may even have an orphaned animal tucked behind my desk!” Sandra also does framing for her own paintings and photographs, and for many of her customers.

“A gallery needs to stay exciting for the owner as well as for customers who come through the door for the first time,” says Sandra. “Come by and see for yourself!” Amelia SanJon Gallery is located at 218 Ash Street. For more information, call (904) 491-8040 or visit www.ameliasanjongallery.com.

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hen Martinique Lemke was working in Japan as a chef for The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka, little did she know that in a few short years she would be creating gourmet delights for furry clients in Fernandina Beach. When Martinique walked into Redbones Dog Bakery one day to buy treats for her dog, owner Cindy Hawkins offered her a job to help expand the bakery. In less than two years, Martinique purchased the entire operation, and, eight years later, Redbones is the only gourmet dog bakery in Northeast Florida.

“At Redbones, we are all about healthy pets,” says Martinique. “Everything we sell in the store is all-natural, with no preservatives, fillers, or by-products. There is no sugar, soy, or corn in our products, which, by the way, are all made in the USA.” Martinique herself makes thirty-five varieties of treats using only healthy, human-grade ingredients, including goodies like ice cream cones, cupcakes, s’mores, and biscuits all for dogs. Redbones also carries cat treats, cat food, and other quality pet products.

Redbones is a proud corporate sponsor of the Nassau Humane Society. Every Saturday, Redbones hosts an on-site adoption called “Puppy Kisses” in its “barking lot,” where you can hold an adorable, adoptable puppy from the Nassau Humane Society and get covered in puppy kisses for a $1 donation, and maybe even find a new friend. For more information, stop by Redbones at 809 South Eighth Street, visit their website at www. redbonesbakery.com, or call (904) 321-0020.

Patti Shelly-Lohman met her husband, Terry, in Oregon many years ago. He was an Amelia Island native, and the couple knew they would eventually move back to Fernandina Beach.

They built a home on a piece of property here on the island, and the two of them opened Amelia Audiology in 2000. Patti is a Doctor of Audiology, and Terry is a Licensed Audiology Assistant. They work together at their office in the 14th Street Professional Plaza, providing hearing health care, including digital hearing aids for all ages.

Dr. Patti Shelly-Lohman earned her Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from Arizona School of Health Sciences, a division of Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Audiology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (AAA).

“We provide hearing instruments from all major hearing aid manufacturers and provide cleaning and repair service for all makes and models of hearing aids,” says Patti. “We also offer comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluations for all ages. Our youngest patient is a newborn, and our eldest is 104 years old!”

Patti and Terry do not employ any staff at Amelia Audiology.

“We love working together,” says Patti. “We are best friends, and after 31 years of marriage, we make a pretty good team!” When Patti and Terry are not working, you can find them searching for sharks’ teeth, fishing, and enjoying other outdoor activities.

For more information, call (904) 491-1515, stop by their office at 1411 South 14th Street, or visit www.ameliaaudiology.com.

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Magnificent Mirror Add style to your home with this magnificent abalone mirror by Curry and Company. The mirror measures 34 in. high x 21 in. wide x 2 in. deep. $523. This mirror, and lots of other great home furnishings, are available at Robyn Branch Design, 1027 South 8th Street. (904) 491-1199.

Outstanding Oils If you like to “taste before you buy” (and who doesn’t!), don’t miss the fine olive oils and balsamics at Olive Amelia, as well as a wide choice of flavored oils. You’ll also find this unique cruet ($12.95) and hand-carved olive wood dipping bowls ($14.95 ea.). 809 Beech Street. (904) 310-3603.

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ive years ago, while visiting Amelia Island, Karen and Jim purchased a condominium at Dunes Club Villas on Amelia Island Plantation. They were living in London at the time and realized they needed help from a full-service design firm, so they enlisted the aid of Mike Bohaning of Glenda Wann Interiors of Jacksonville, whom they have known for over 40 years. Putting their trust in their friend, the couple were confident that Mike would take care of every detail while they were living and traveling on the other side of the world.

The condominium was an empty shell when Karen and Jim purchased it, so it served as a blank canvas for a completely

new and cohesive design scheme. Since it is a penthouse unit, it boasts extraordinary perspectives of the island, from manicured golf courses and the Intracoastal Waterway with its lush, green marsh on one side to expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean on the other. Karen’s main focus was that the home not overshadow these views, which were enhanced by the home’s ten-foot ceilings, large-scale windows, and four generous balconies.

While working with Mike, Karen, who loves color, said she wanted a comfortable and inviting second home for her family, their friends, and their many guests. To Mike’s delight, Karen had discovered a classic document print from Schumacher and

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Above: The living room opens to a balcony that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. A Schumacher print for the draperies sets the stage for the designer’s choice of soft colors to create an inviting ambience.

Left: Sweeping views are what makes this penthouse unique. With spectacular vistas stretching from east to west, the homeowners can enjoy both sunrises and sunsets.

Co., which was the beginning of the pleasing and comfortable color scheme for the couple’s winter home. A rich, terra cotta color on the walls highlighted the windows and views. Each room was individually decorated, including a neutral, restful, scheme for the den and vibrant blue and lime green for their daughters’ bedrooms. Other classic Schumacher fabrics were used for bedding and window treatments. Mike added designer touches to each room’s window treatments and custom bedding, with various decorative trims, buttons, and tapes, to give each room its own personality. An eclectic mix of furnishings provide each room with its own style.

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Above left: A kitchen renovation provided lots more room for food preparation, along with a place to enjoy coffee and start the day.

A vignette behind the stove features a tulip design commissioned by a Tuscan artist.

Above right: A set of hand-painted plates from Bermuda remind the homeowners of one of their many travel destinations.

Right: The spacious dining room offers plenty of seating and expansive views.

Colorful drapes and fabric create a comfortable atmosphere.

echo the room’s rich color and reflect light from the large windows. The unique master suite boasts a see-through bath with ocean views, beautiful custom-made bed linens, and blackout draperies to shield the morning sun. Modern and lighthearted wallcoverings, including grass cloth, are design elements which add rich texture and personality to this cozy home.

After living in the home for several years, Karen and Jim decided it was time for a complete kitchen renovation. Replacing an interior wall with a graceful eyebrow opening took advantage of previously hidden marsh views, and the new, expansive island is perfect for entertaining. Matthew Winchenbach, a general contractor and owner of Quartertide Holding Co., was engaged to totally remodel the kitchen and laundry room. His design incorporated new cabinetry and professional 30 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE • JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2015

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Above: From the master bedroom, one can walk out onto the balcony to greet the ocean. Grass cloth wallpaper provides a casual, yet elegant feel. A mirror detail at the back of the room provides function and beauty.

Left: A unique bath feature is an open-concept bath with a privacy screen—truly a private oasis.

appliances to make this a true luxury kitchen with gracious entertaining space, seating, and storage. Mike oversaw finish selection and procured the custom-painted tile backsplash from a Tucson artist. The kitchen is the heart of this home, with wonderful 180 degree views, a place where Karen is able to enjoy morning coffee, manage business, and check email, or just relax and enjoy life on Amelia Island.

Matt, besides being a general contractor who specializes in personalized coastal estate renovations, has become an integral component for this family. Quartertide also offers a unique concierge service for part-time homeowners, in which Matt provides maintenance service and general contract work on repairs and upkeep to ensure a home is well-maintained when the owners are not in residence. This home’s exceptional results are due to the close collaboration between the owner, decorator, and contractor.

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Above: A second master suite serves as an elegant guestroom, featuring custom bedding, silhouette shades, and even more glorious views.

Right: A charming suite with twin beds features distinctive window treatments and a beach atmosphere.

three ensuite bedrooms with four substantial balconies on three sides of the building.

Special attention was paid to Jim’s office, which boasts beautiful marsh views, a custom-made desk, lighting, and state-of-the-art exercise equipment. A unique feature of the villa, which adds a true “sense of home,” is the rich display of folk artwork that Karen and Jim have incorporated into the villa from their expansive travels to places like Bermuda, Ireland, Croatia, Tuscany, Africa, and Thailand, just to name a few.

Although they are only part-time residents now, Karen and Jim look forward to putting down deeper roots on Amelia Island and spending more time in their personal island paradise created by the talents of Glenda Wann Interiors and Quartertide Holding Company.

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St. Michaels Catholic Church ~ 261-3472 First Presbyterian Church ~ 261-3837 Memorial United Methodist Church ~ 261-5769 Trinity United Methodist Church ~ 277-6859 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church ~ 261-4293 First Missionary Baptist Church ~ 261-4907 New Zion Missionary Baptist Church ~ 261-0010

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On the first of January, the sun rises at 7:23 a.m. EST and sets at 5:35 p.m. EST. On the last day of Febraury, the sun rises at 6:53 a.m.

EST and sets at 6:23 p.m. EST.

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JANUARY Weather Avg. High 63 degrees Avg. Low 44 degrees Avg. Precip 3.82 inches

High 12:48 AM 1:04 PM 1:34 AM 1:51 PM 2:26 AM 2:45 PM 3:27 AM 3:46 PM 4:35 AM 4:52 PM 5:40 AM 5:56 PM 6:40 AM 6:55 PM 7:35 AM 7:51 PM 8:28 AM 8:44 PM 9:18 AM 9:37 PM 10:09 AM 10:29 PM 10:59 AM 11:21 PM 11:49 AM 12:14 AM 12:40 PM 1:07 AM 1:32 PM 2:04 AM 2:28 PM 3:03 AM 3:28 PM 4:06 AM 4:30 PM 5:07 AM 5:30 PM

FEBRUARY Weather Avg. High 65 degrees Avg. Low 47 degrees Avg. Precip 3.17 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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JANUARY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28 Amelia Farmers’ Market Mingle with local farmers and business owners to find farm-direct fruits and vegetables, organic products, specialty foods, gourmet baked goods, plants, and more. The market is now located at The Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation.

Open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, visit ameliafarmersmarket.com.

JANUARY 8–10, 15–17 Hair, the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical Performances are at 7:30 p.m. at Amelia Musical Playhouse, 1955 Island Walkway. Tickets are $20 general admission, $15 for students and can be purchased at the theater Monday through Thursday from 5 to 8:30 p.m., online at www.ameliamusicalplayhouse.com, or by calling (904) 277-3455. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

JANUARY 8, FEBRUARY 12 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 into the questions you haven’t thought of yet. Financial answers and ideas over a glass of wine. Begins at 5:30 p.m. For more info, call (904) 305-2608.

JANUARY 10, FEBRUARY 14 Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk

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prix-fixe dinner menu including three courses and a non-alcoholic beverage for either $19 or $29. Select restaurants will offer a prix-fixe lunch menu with three courses and a non-alcoholic beverage for $12. For more information, visit www.ameliaislndrestaurantweek.com or call (904) 277-1087.

JANUARY 16, FEBRUARY 20 Third on 3rd The Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation on the third Friday of the month, based on a variety of different topics related 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 ameliamuseum.org.

JANUARY 17 Boys & Girls Club Annual Benefit Dinner The Boys & Girls Club of Nassau County Foundation will hold its 8th Annual Benefit at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. The fundraising event will begin at 6 p.m., and features a cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner, and music by Crescendo Amelia. Tickets are presently sold out but silent auction items are available on the web site. For more information, call (904) 261-8666 or visit www.bgcnassau.org.

JANUARY 16, 17 The Lady with All the Answers

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

A witty play by David Rambo drawn from the life of Ann Landers, starring Sinda Nichols.

Performances are at 8 p.m. at Studio 209, Amelia Community Theatre at 207 Cedar Street. Tickets are $15. For more information, please call (904) 261-6749 or visit the website at www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

JANUARY 15 Critique Groups that Work

JANUARY 24 An Evening of Story and Song

Writers By The Sea announces its first featured program of the new year. The meeting is set for 6:30 pm, upstairs at Cafe Karibo, 27 North 3rd Streetin downtown Fernandina. Registration begins at 6 pm with networking and the opportunity to buy food and beverages in the restaurant to take into the meeting. For more information, contact Nadine Vaughan Williams at nvaughanwilliams@gmail.com, or Nancy Blanton at blantonn@msn.com.

Featuring Beth Nielsen Chapman, whose songs are three-minute peepholes into the depth of our being human. Held at Burns Hall, 801 Atlantic Avenue at 7:30 p.m. $20 donation to the artist.

For more information call (904) 415-1388.

JANUARY 16 - 25 Sixth Annual Amelia Island Restaurant Week Restaurant Week is the premier dining event.

Visit some of Amelia Island’s finest restaurants, and dine on a variety of traditional and eclectic menu offerings. Each restaurant will offer a

JANUARY 31, FEBRUARY10, 12, 17, 24, MARCH 1 Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Winter Series 2015 This year’s Winter Series will feature an array of internationally renowned artists. Concerts are as follows: Anne Akiko Meyers on January 31, Amernet String Quartet on February 10, Christiania Trio on February 12, Terry Barber on February 17, Kruger Brothers Band on February 24, and Joshua Bell on March 2. For info, call (904) 261-1779 or visit www.aicmf.com.

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FEBRUARY 12–14, 19–21, 25–28 Grease This Tony Award-winning musical is performed on the Main Stage at Amelia Community Theatre at 8 p.m., except for February 22, performance is at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students through high school.

For more information, call (904) 261-6749 or visit www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

FEBRUARY 19 Amelia Island Book Festival Concert The Festival presents Music and Words with Zara Phillips, who creates music that is both thought provoking and entertaining. Held at Burns Hall, 801 Atlantic Avenue at 7 p.m. $30 tickets available at the door. For more information and tickets, visit the website at www.ameliaislandbookfestival.org.

FEBRUARY 20, 21 Amelia Island Book Festival Featuring Writers Workshops, Readers Luncheon, Readers Festival, KIdz Fun Zone, and Teen Fest. FEstival welcomes noted author Carolyn Curry, and football legend Bill Curry.

For more information, call (904) 624-1655 or visit www.ameliaislandbookfestival.com.

FEBRUARY 20, 21 Transitions: “Last Rights” and “We Interrupt” Two one-act plays (“We Interrupt” written by local playwright Jane McAdams) depicting seniors who are coping with transitions in their life. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. at Amelia Musical Playhouse, 1955 Island Walkway.

Tickets are $15 general admission, $10 for students and can be purchased in person Monday through Thursday 5 to 8:30 p.m., online at www.ameliamusicalplayhouse.com, or by calling (904) 277-3455. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

FEBRUARY 26–28, MARCH 5– 7, 12–14 Les Miserables This Broadway musical sensation will be performed at 7:30 p.m. except at March 1, performance is at 2:30 p.m., at Amelia Musical Playhouse, 1955 Island Walkway. Tickets are $15 general admission, $10 for students and can be purchased in person Monday through Thursday 5 to 8:30 p.m., online at www. ameliamusicalplayhouse.com, or by calling (904) 277-3455. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

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refine their wants and needs.” She cautions, though, that colors are never true online. “Pantone is universal and it has been a great aid for designers to customize pieces for their clients by getting the perfect tone. Most people do not see color the same, so Pantone is a good tool.”

The Pantone name is known worldwide as the standard language for color communication from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer. At the beginning of each year, the company releases their home color trend palettes. This year it consists of nine key palettes under an umbrella entitled “New Harmonies: Changing Themes in Color/Design Trends.” For example, “Style-Setting” uses fashion as inspiration for color and materials in the home, and it’s all about polish, poise, and finesse.

The purple color family plays off against mahogany, off-white, gray and taupe, and picks up some shimmer with frosted almond and champagne beige.

“Colors are my happy place,” says Branch. “I warm with texture and wood, or cool with metal and stone. I love a mix or a balance between hot and cold or warm and cool, depending on one’s personality. I can do that with any color palette.” Branch goes on to explain that getting locked into a color removes a lot of personality. Trends happen because people get tired of things, so a new trend emerges. Branch also suggests letting go of the industrial, neutral look of the early 2000s, as it’s almost as dated as the excesses of the 1990s. She also proposes that clients search out “green” companies like Cisco Brothers, who are green in all practices of their business. Repurposing existing items, like furniture, is a great way to recycle, as well as save money. And just like walls, a coat of paint can change the look of a piece of furniture and update an entire room.

Color is the catalyst that can spark a purchase, define a space, and create the magic and mood of any home. “Home has to be a sanctuary,” says Branch. “Make it an ‘ahhhhh’ zone.”

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f you’re preparing to buy a home or redecorate your present home, top designers in 2015 recommend maximizing existing space, staying flexible, and thinking long-term to create a home that will remain beautiful and contemporary for years to come. Rooms no longer need set and specific designations. Homeowners are becoming more flexible about how they use space in their home so that it more fully suits their lives. To fit a family’s evolving needs, what was once an office can easily be converted into a bedroom when a couple decides to start a family.

Colors are the best way to keep a home updated throughout the years. A fresh coat of paint, new slipcovers, and accessories can renew a room overnight. Robyn Branch, designer/owner of Robyn Branch Design on South Eighth Street, suggests soothing colors, and using different tints and shades of a color to help layer a room. “Lavender, ice blue, gray, light greens, these are many of the colors my clients choose, “says Branch.

“Those are popular coastal colors. I try to use them as neutrals, and then layer. Reds, oranges, and corals can be just as useful. I think each project is individual, and it is up to their designer to

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Connected Home

With new technology connecting your home appliances to a phone or tablet, you can save energy, monitor security, and ask your refrigerator if you need milk.

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magine receiving a text from your refrigerator reminding you that you’re out of milk, or texting your refrigerator and asking it if it has ketchup. Sounds crazy, right? Yet the truth is that many homeowners—even on Amelia Island—are already dialoguing like this with their home appliances. Running parallel with every other realm of technological advancement, homes are now beginning to utilize Cloud technology to connect homeowners directly with their home.

So what exactly is a connected home? You might call it an automated home, where home features like appliances, lighting, and temperature are linked and controlled with smart devices such as computers, phones, and tablets to make your life easier, and sometimes realize significant energy savings.

LG’s SmartThinQ Refrigerator is a great example of this.

With its touchscreen that enables the owner to input purchased groceries which are then tracked, the user is alerted when items are expired, when an ingredient is missing from a recipe, or when the appliance needs service. The panel also plays a slideshow of family photos and displays the family calendar synced from

an e-mail account! Other appliances are also available with the same technology. For example, there are now models of ovens on the market that will text you when dinner is ready.

A connected home is at its best when the homeowner doesn’t even have to rise from the couch to adjust the temperature, lights, music, or even the window shades. All of these features and more can be combined into a single remote control system. Local builder Burt Wright is seeing this in the form of video screens with touchpads located throughout the home. “These screens are capable of changing house temperature, pool temperature, lighting, and monitoring any security camera located on the home,” says Wright.

Moreover, sensors are now available, like Bosch Sensortec products, which detect your home’s air pressure, humidity, and temperature, and communicate that information to your mobile application. Homeowners are leveraging these products for energy monitoring and to support in-home healthcare, particularly eldercare. continued on page 49.

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Home security systems are also evolving to become fully consumer controlled and monitored, eliminating the need for third-party assistance. For example, iSmartAlarm offers contact sensors any homeowner can self-install on windows, doors, or even devices, which then communicate wirelessly with your smart phone for monitoring.

Additionally, there’s an array of camera and motion detection products that operate similarly. “Many of Amelia Island’s out-of-town, second homeowners are monitoring their homes from afar and feeling comfortable that all is well while they‘re away,” confirms local builder Donna Lynne VanPuymbrouck. Parents are enjoying this technology, too, as they can monitor their children’s activities when the kids are home alone.

The home’s water systems are evolving with new technology, too.

According to ConsumerReports.org, heating water accounts for up to thirty percent of the average home’s energy budget. To lower energy use, tankless models of hot water heaters are available that can deliver increased efficiency and an endless supply of hot water, which is quickly heated as needed with a power burner as it runs through the heat exchanger. Your home is also protected from damage with new sensors installed near sources of water, which can alert homeowners to leaks or detect moisture before it’s too late. “Some of these products even shut off the water supply to the home when a leak is detected,” adds Wright. And the pool water is also in on the action. A&A Manufacturing offers an in-floor pool cleaning system that includes pop-up sprinkler heads built into bottom of pool to sweep dirt and debris without a vacuum.

In fact, no part of the home is considered out of the network—not even your bathroom! Kohler’s Numi toilet is Bluetooth-enabled so that even here—on a heated seat—you can enjoy streaming live video! It’s 2015, ladies and gentleman, so be prepared for every possibility. And don’t forget to check your phone; your refrigerator may have texted you a shopping list!

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ntering its fourteenth season, the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival has become one the most prestigious music events of its kind, both nationally and in the Southeast. The AICMF features internationally acclaimed talent from across the globe to enrich the cultural life of Amelia Island, Jacksonville, and the surrounding areas. What began as a month-long festival held during the month of May, the concerts are now spread throughout the winter and spring, allowing chamber music lovers to enjoy an even more diverse selection of classical and innovative artists and performances.

The 2015 season is the “year of the violin,” says Executive Director Dr. Joseph Marasco. “We kicked off our Winter Series in November with violinist virtuoso Rachel Barton Pine, performing a program of Bach and Paganini,” says Marasco.

“Our January 31 concert features Anne Akiko Meyers, violin, with Max Levinson, piano, and Artistic Director, Christopher Rex, cello, in a concert called ‘From Russia to Broadway and the Movies.’ And, on March 1, Joshua Bell, regarded as the world’s best and most talented musician, will perform a concert called the ‘Joshua Bell Spectacular’ at Amelia Plantation Chapel.”

Equally at home as a violin soloist, chamber musician, recording artist, and orchestra leader, Bell has earned the rare title of “classical music superstar.” “This is the year that we are getting back to our roots,” says Marasco. “These three violin virtuosos are the most outstanding in the world. This is what chamber music is all about.”

But there are a lot more strings to be heard in the seven Winter Series concerts, scheduled for January 31 through March 29. On February 10, Amernet String Quartet will perform “a program entitled a “Grand Tour of Europe” at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, featuring the music of Wolf, Goldmark, and Chausson. The Christiania Trio, comprised of David Coucheron, violin, Julie Coucheron, piano, and Christopher Rex, cello, will perform the music of Beethoven and Piazzolla continued on next page.

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at Café Karibo in a luncheon concert called “Archdukes and Tangos”.

Terry Barber is a countertenor, a soloist whose voice ranges from baritone to soprano. He will be performing with Alina Kiryayeva, piano, in a concert called “Classical for Everyone” at Amelia Baptist Church on February 17.

Just a few days later, on February 24, chamber music lovers will be treated to a foot-stomping grand old time when the Kruger Brothers, a fixture within the world of acoustic music, appear at Walker’s Landing at Amelia Island Plantation in a concert called “Strummin’ and Pluckin’ Like No One Else.”

And, closing the Winter Series, Joshua Bell, violin, with Sam Haywood, piano, will perform a once-in-a-lifetime concert that is sure to be a sell-out, so get your tickets early! “Few other chamber music festivals will match the quality and depth of our 2015 line-up,” says Artistic Director Christopher Rex. “We have attracted such elite musical talent because the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival is widely recognized as one of the nation’s preeminent cultural events.

Attaining this status is a tribute to our thousands of concert-goers, our generous sponsors and donors, and our dedicated corps of hardworking volunteers. This broad base of support truly makes the AICMF your festival, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to you!”

For more details about the various concerts and to purchase tickets, call (904) 261-1779 or visit www.aicmf.com. www.AmeliaIslander.com

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appy New Year! Now is the season for “armchair gardening,” as we imagine what we want our gardens to look like this year. Most of us have azaleas of one color or another, but how about native Azaleas? The Sunbow Azalea series is a native azalea that can be grown in full-sun to part-shade. It is a deciduous plant, but it is well worth having a few in the garden.

There are three plants in this series.

“Solar Flare” is a brilliant, spring bloomer, with neon yellow flowers and a light orange shade. It is hardy for our zone (9) and has an upright growth habit, reaching eight feet, with a width of up five feet.

Like all azaleas, shape it after the spring blooms, which keeps the shrub at the height you want. Fertilize in early spring.

“Solar Glow” has glowing orangered blooms with yellow shades. Like all of the Sunbow Native Azaleas, they are slow-growing. The last in the series is “Solar Ray.” It sports brilliant yellow, with orange flowers in spring. As with all these plants, water when needed and plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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TIP O F T HE M O N T H It is never too early to clean out your beds and get them ready for next season. Keep leaves off your mulch or around trees and plants, as they can cause mold and damage plants. Look for any insect damage or diseases and treat.

summer tapestry of multicolored flowers spreading over mats of apple green evergreen foliage? Most prolific in spring, “Fire Spirit,” the wonderful South African variety of Delosperma, is a drought-resistant, heat tolerant and alluring year-round perennial. This two-to-four inch variety’s vibrantly hued flowers, with inner bands of purple-pink that transition to glowing orange, reappear throughout summer.

Delosperma is hardy for this area and grows well in full-sun. The plants will spread twelve to eighteen inches and can be used in borders, beds, and containers.

Another newcomer for 2015 is a Digiplexis called “Illumination Flame.”

This striking hybrid is the result of

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breeding between Digitalis “Foxglove” and “Isoplexis,” a Digitalis relative from the Canary Islands. This ground-breaking new hybrid is big, vigorous, long-blooming, and beautifully colored. The gorgeous spikes of big, multicolored blooms will add vibrant color to any bed, border or container, and they make splendid cut flowers. Quickly growing to its full height of three feet and width of eighteen inches, this Digiplexis grows orderly, denselypacked rows of flame-colored blossoms over a long period of bloom. Despite being sterile, these gorgeous flowers attract bees and butterflies, adding more interest to your garden.

Plant Digiplexis in full-sun to partshade, in moist, well-drained soil. With little attention, this healthy hybrid thrives in a variety of conditions. Its only weakness is cold, due to its Canary Island parentage; it is hardy from zones 8 to 11. The cut flowers alone make this a must-have in the garden, even if you use it as an annual.

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An island favorite since 1957, The Surf has a new menu with delicious seafood, steaks, and sandwiches, all served in its signature fun, beachy atmosphere.

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hen I moved to Amelia Island fourteen years ago, the first restaurant I visited was The Surf. I was told it was the place where the locals go, along with lots of island visitors, and, today, it’s still an eatery that makes me feel like I’m on vacation. With its delicious seafood, steaks, sandwiches, bar drinks, and beachy atmosphere, The Surf is a legacy restaurant that’s been around since 1957. I recently stopped by The Surf for lunch, and to meet up with their event coordinator, Lisa Presnell, and the restaurant’s new manager, Matthew Leipau.

We had a lot of fun talking about the history of The Surf, and how it has evolved. Two years ago, it was purchased by George and Barbara Sheffield as a means to continue its operation and protect its legacy. Many improvements have been made to the property, and their new menu is terrific. We started our lunch with a plate of nachos, hot, crispy tortilla chips piled high with The Surf’s famous chili, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, olives, jalapenos, and grilled chicken. A perfect appetizer for three or four, savory and spicy, washed down with a Frozen Mango Margarita, recommended by our server, Michelle. The indoor restaurant has been updated and boasts a bright, tropical theme, along with comfy, new booths and tables.

Our next course was Fried Chicken Salad, a plate of mixed greens, tomatoes, carrots, onions, and cheddar jack, topped with strips of fried chicken and honey mustard dressing. This is definitely a main dish salad, but could be shared by two or three.

I love that the salad vegetables were fresh and the tangy dressing homemade, and the fried chicken was very hot and crispy.

Matthew suggested we share a rib-eye steak, and I liked that we could choose our own favorite side dishes. We decided on a loaded potato and mashed cauliflower. What a nice job the chef did with the steak! Coated sparingly with their house blend seasoning, it was cooked medium rare with a nice sear.

The potato was an amazing creation, fluffy, with lots of cheese, and the mashed cauliflower was a tasty, carb-free alternative.

Carbs or no carbs, no one can keep me away from my dessert. Lisa and I both decided that a slice of chocolate cake was in order, served a la mode with a dollop of whipped cream, a perfect ending to a perfect lunch with new friends. The Surf is set up to host special events for any occasion. You may hold your event outside or indoors, and there are unique banquet areas for privacy, if you desire. The Surf’s chefs, along with Matthew and his staff, will help choose a menu that’s just right for the event, whether it’s a wedding reception, birthday party, or fundraiser. There’s plenty of room for a band or DJ, dancing, and even a buffet.

The Surf also hosts its own activities, like Karaoke Night, Trivia Night, Prime Rib Night, All-You-Can-Eat Wing Night, and Happy Hour every day, along with talented local bands. For a full entertainment schedule and to see their new menu, visit www.thesurfonline.com or call the restaurant at (904) 261-5711.

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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) 277-7919, 29southrestaurant.com.

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.

Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. Major credit cards. 4924 First Coast Hwy at Palmetto Walk Shopping Village. (904) 310-6620.

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. (904) 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.

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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).

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, (904) 261-4749. $$$ V/MC/D. David’s Restaurant ~ David’s Restaurant has an amazing steakhouse & seafood menu, upscale atmosphere, and professional service, all for your dining pleasure. Relax in our comfortable leather lounge and peruse the Martini and full bar menu, then enjoy the mouthwatering creations from our outstanding kitchen, including prime steaks, Filet Oscar, and our Signature 16oz. Grilled Ribeye, New York Strip, English Channel Dover Sole, and Salmon & Chilean Sea Bass just to name a few. Our dessert sensation, Chocolate Fondue for Two. The lounge opens at 5 pm and dinner begins at 6 pm in the dining room. Young Adult menu available. Every Tuesday & Wednesday Night 1 1/4 lb. Maine Lobsters with Potatoes, Seasonable Vegetable & Drawn Butter. Ladies Happy Hour Sunday - Thursday 5 to 7 offering 1/2 priced cocktails & appetizers in the lounge.

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Reservations highly recommended. 802 Ash Street. (904) 310-6049. Book your reservation online at AmeliaIslandDavids.com.

España ~ Featuring Old World cuisine from Portugal and Spain, España offers an intriguing 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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state of Florida and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Open Wednesday – Saturday 11:30am - 2:30pm. Sunday Brunch from 10:00am - 2:30 pm. The mermaid Bar at the Florida House Inn is open nightly at 5pm.

Daily drink specials and Open Mic Night every Thursday. 22 South Third Street, (904) 4913322. L, $$, F GG’s Bistro ~ GG’s Bistro is located between The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and AIP at the historical American Beach entrance, on the corner of Lewis Street and A1A. Casual and elegant bistro serving breakfast/brunch, lunch, and dinner. Monday - Friday 8am - 10pm; Saturday 9am - 10pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. $$, B, L, D. Halftime Sports Bar ~ The place to go to catch all the games. Amelia Island’s sports bar.

Wings-21 sauces to choose from, burgers, sandwiches and more. Craft beer and specialty wines. Happy hour weekdays 4-7pm. 2015 Golden Tee, shuffleboard, complimentary Wi-Fi. Trivia Nation every Monday from 6:30-8pmalways free to play.

Hanna Sushi ~ Authentic Japanese Cuisine including Hibachi and Sushi. Bento Boxes and Daily Lunch Specials. Special Dinner for Two $30 includes 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, and 1 dessert.

Beer, Wine, and Sake available. Kids Menu also available. 1930 S. 14th Street at the Publix Shopping Plaza. Dine in or take out. (904) 2778838 and online at www.hanasushifl.com. Give us a try! You will not be disappointed!

Jack & Diane’s ~ Jack & Diane’s remains the love of the locals for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Come explore “A world of Taste all in one Place” as it is affectionately known by guests from every corner of the globe. At the crossroads of comfort and quest, you will find each dish combines homespun recipes with global influences offering new discoveries in their signature concept of “adventurous dining”. The extensive five page menu presents such a great variety that they created a $5 tasting menu, so you can explore all your cravings at once. This cozy bistro nestled in a historic home circa 1862 offers a fun-loving, unique dining experience in what is now an artists’ sanctuary. Your senses will be filled with sights, sounds and tastes from the world over in this little island gem. Tastes that echo both tradition and adventure, it’s the memories a happy life are made of. jackanddianescafe.com 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, $$$.

La Mancha ~ A Spanish and Portuguese restaurant with a Brazilian flare, blended for savory and bold flavors. We offer a mixture of contemporary and traditional authentic Spanish cuisine. Extensive beer and wine list and our famous sangria! Plenty of parking and catering available for large groups and parties. Check out our menu online at www.lamancharestaurant.net.

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– Free dessert, Sunday – All you can eat paella!

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 10:30am - 3pm. Beer and wine available. Major credit cards.

Reservations recommended. 11 South 7th Street.

Historic Downtown Fernandina. www. lulusamelia.com. (904) 432-8394.

The Mustard Seed Cafe ~ Located inside Nassau Health Foods, The Mustard Seed is Amelia Island’s only organic eatery and juice bar, with an extensive, eclectic menu featuring vegetarian and vegan items. Daily specials include local seafood, organic chicken and fresh organic produce.

Salads, wraps, sandwiches, and soups are available—all prepared with The Mustard Seed’s impeccable style. Popular items are chicken or veggie quesadillas, grilled mahi or salmon over mixed greens and tuna melt with Swiss cheese and tomato. Open for breakfast and lunch, 8 am 3pm. Mon -Sat. NassauHealthFoods.net. 833 T. J. Courson Rd. (904) 277-3141.

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. (904) 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 our huge, sun-drenched deck with views of the ocean just across the street. The extensive menu features delicious seafood, steaks, burgers, wraps and salads. Daily specials include all-you-can-eat wings on Thursdays and $5 Bloody Marys on Sunday. Casual, fun atmosphere. Take-out and catering available. Reserve the lower deck for your next private event. Open daily from 11 a.m.

29 TVs throughout. WI-FI available. Full service bar. For our entertainment line-up, visit www.thesurfonline.com. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 261-5711. L, D, $$, F. B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner. $=Entrees under $10, $$=Entrees up to $15. $$$=Entrees over $15. F=Full bar, B/W=Beer & Wine

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Waterfront Estate Spectacular views from this very private estate just over the bridge from the island. This home has such “personality” that takes advantage of enjoying the waterfront. Beautiful flooring, high ceilings and windows galore! Open, spacious, fireplaced family room, kitchen, dining area and sun room combination allows for relaxed entertaining. The main home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The roomy apartment over the garage has a livingroom, 2 bedrooms and bath. This .75 acre home site has lovely landscaping, gardens, and greenhouse. Enjoy the nature-filled tidal waterways from the boardwalk and dock. Breathtaking sunsets guaranteed every evening!

For more information on this exceptional property, contact Karen Werling with Prudential Chaplin Williams Realty at (904) 556-9549.

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1882 Carnation Street Absolutely impeccable 3 BR, 2.5 BA Amelia Park townhouse. Open floor plan. Charming garden in back. Tile floors downstairs, bamboo wood on staircase and all upstairs. $295,000

2088 Beach Wood Villa Charming 3 BR, 3.5 BA townhouse villa located across the street from the beach with a great view of Red Maple lake and the 8th green of Ocean Links golf course. $334,900

86 86183 6183 Meadowfi Meadowfield eld Bluffs Waterfront family estate with 2 home homes es on Lofton Creek has bulkhead and huge two lift dock. Fishermen’s paradise overlooks the boat dock and creek. $695,000

3320 Fairway Oaks Villa Beautifully renovated 2 BR BR, 2 BA villa with new HVAC and water heater in 2013. Steps away from community swimming pool and a short bike ride to beach. $259,000

54 Laurel Oak (Lot 98 Beach Wood) This wooded homesite is the ideal lot for building the home of your dreams in a gated community on the south end of Amelia Island. Short walk to beach. $185,000

1819/1820 Turtle Dunes This oceanfront 2 BR, 2 BA, 2nd floor furnished villa on the south end of Amelia Island Plantation. Ocean views can be enjoyed from almost every room. $675,000

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Stunning rough hand-hewn lumber and wood peg construction, wide plank heart pine flooring, double galleried porches, and a detached garage.

10 BUCKTHORNE DRIVE $925,000 Cedar shake home on private cove on Red Maple Lake is designed in harmony with outdoors and offers 4 BR, 4 BA, spacious living room and modern kitchen that opens to keeping room. First floor master, wooden walk to lake/dock, spacious upstairs bonus room and more.

991 OCEAN BLUFF DRIVE $444,900 Privately situated Ocean Sound home features 4 BR, 2 BA, spacious living areas, large eat in kitchen with granite countertops, wood floors, oversized dining room, screened lanai, fenced yard and a short walk to the beach.

1660 REGATTA DRIVE $598,000 Privately situated Ocean Sound home features 4 BR, 2 BA, spacious living areas, large eat in kitchen with granite countertops, wood floors, oversized dining room, screened lanai, fenced yard and a short walk to the beach.

8 SEA MARSH COVE $699,000 Lakefront home on AIP offering birdlife and natural privacy and featuring 4 BR, 3 BA, bonus room over garage, huge gathering space/living room, large screened lanai, large eat in kitchen and lakeside patio. Master bath has been recently updated with granite vanity top.

6544 SPYGLASS VILLA $695,000 Stunning oceanfront villa stylishly renovated from top to bottom and featuring 3 BR, 3 BA, open floor plan, eucalyptus wood cabinets in kitchen with gorgeous granite countertops and modern stainless steel appliances, master with ocean views and amazing spa bath and custom closet system.

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1751 Dunes Club 6th floor ocean and Intracoastal views! Upgraded appliances, granite surfaces and travertine flooring. Located at AIP. MLS#61037 $1,450,000 525 Spanish Way W. Reduced! 3BR home in Isle De Mai. Huge kitchen, split bdrms, Plantation shutters, screened lanai and lush landscaping.

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2734 SEA GROVE LANE Wonderful 3BR/2BA home. Walk to beach. Large kitchen has granite counters, walk-in pantry. Office has built-in desk and bookshelves. Living room opens to covered back porch overlooking screened lanai and pool. MLS#63928 $550,000

940344 OLD NASSAUVILLE ROAD F Fabulous marsh and river views in this custom-designed 4 BR/4.5BA. th New deep water dock with access N to Nassau River. Open floorplan and many upgrades. Separate a cclimate controlled workshop.

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B102 THE LANDINGS Beautiful sunsets from living room in this 3 BR/3.5 BA ground floor villa.

Many upgrades including a climate controlled storage area and private boat lift and boat slip on the ICW! Furnished. MLS#61999 $999,900

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Well-built, remodeled custom home with over 3,000 sq. ft. with generous rooms. Kitchen features granite counters, and center island with gas stove top. Extra large master suite overlooks creek. Living room has hardwood floors, fireplace and Peachtree sliding glass doors, which open to a deck with screened porch and hot tub. Private dock with deeded access. This is navigable water at all tides. #63059 $724,000

3 BR, 3 BA oceanfront villa in exclusive gated enclave. Large living and dining room with fireplace. Steps to Pool & Beach.

1 car garage. Small complex with mix of Villas & homes.

MLS #63652 $635,000

Lagoon Front Villa

105 OCEAN PARK

Amelia Island Plantation villa with tranquil lagoon views from most rooms. An end unit with easy care wood style laminate flooring throughout, double sliders and an enclosed porch for year round use. The view will captivate you in this affordable resort villa. 2BR/2BA, spacious living areas, grilling patio and good storage. #61955 $265,000

Ocean view 3 BR, 2 BA condo.

Upgraded lighting and ceiling fans. 9 ft. volume ceilings. Ideal for primary residence, second home, or investment. Well maintained complex with pool, 1 car garage. Short term rental and PETS allowed. MLS #62631 $314,000

American Beach

2865 W 6TH ST

Income potential in this American Beach property. Double porch Southern Plantation style home with duplex potential along with an efficiency cottage opens up the possibilities for use. Easy walk to some of the most beautiful beaches on Amelia Island. South end location between Summer Beach and the Amelia Island Plantation. A little TLC can bring back this charmer. #63193 $149,000

Historic Old Town Fernandina Beach Be a part of historic Old Town in brand NEW construction. 10 homesites are available, several with views, priced in the low $300,000s. Original Spanish platted ‘Peonias’ from 1811. Easy walk to Egan’s Creek, Plaza San Carlos, and the Amelia River. Offers a combination of live/work options including offices, art galleries or studios alongside living space. Call or email for more details.

Ocean view Cape Cod-style home with over 3,200 sq. ft. of living area. Includes a separate 2 BR, 1.5 BA townhome apartment. Main residence has 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Updated kitchen and bathes.

Large wrap around porch with Trex decking. 3 car enclosed garage. MLS#62493. Reduced price. $599,000

538 S. FLETCHER Oceanfront duplex on 75 ft. lot with R-3 zoning allowing for short term rentals. Each side has 2 BR, 1.5 bathes. Metal roof and vinyl siding. MLS #60119. $725,500

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North Hampton Golf Course community, 5 BR, 4 BA home with large screened, heated pool and spa. Overlooking the golf course and pond. Tennis center, community pool, golf clubhouse/restaurant & Lofton Creek kayak launch.

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95011 SAWGRASS COVE TRAIL Private estate located on Lanceford creek with dock. Expansive views of marsh. Hardwood in living area and tile kitchen and bath.

Two gas and 2 electric fireplaces, built-in cabinets throughout, central vacuum and low E windows. Two large bonus rooms on either end of the home. One acre fenced lot. MLS#64484 $695,000

One block to ocean and Egan’s Creek Greenway offering nature trails & access to the Atlantic Rec Center, Ft. Clinch, and easy bike ride to Historic District. Well kept 3 BR home, screened lanai & landscaped, fenced rear yard.

$400,000 2802 OCEAN SOUND DRIVE 2802OceanSoundDr.com

Community Of Timber Creek Plantation Community Pool, Playground, Clubhouse, Convenient to I-95, Georgia, Jacksonville, & Fernandina Beach This 3 BR, 2 BA, has 3,290 sq. ft. of living space with an office, formal living & dining areas, kitchen /family room & dinette area combination. Upstairs there is a 16x11 bonus room. 3 car garage.

Beautiful setting on neighborhood pond.

95020 BUCKEYE COURT Located in Amelia National, this 4 BR, 3 BA home has plantation shutters, 12’ trey ceiling, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and tile floors in major living areas with carpeted bedrooms. The 4th bedroom and bath has its own entry way which is perfect for guests. MLS#63321 $335,000

$240,000 75070 RAVENWOOD DRIVE TimberCreekPlantation.com Great price of only $72 per sq. ft. for this 4 BR, 2.5 BA home in this very sought after community. Rooms are exceptionally spacious with a 23x13 master suite, 17 x15 upstairs bonus room, a formal living room & dining room, and family room. $205,000 76117 DEERWOOD DRIVE 76117DeerwoodDrive.com

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96039 LANCEFORD LANE

Marcy Mock Amelia Island ~ Nassau County Board of Realtors Top Producer Stunning custom home on beautiful waterfront property in Lanceford Creek Plantation. Tons of open space and upgrades. Kitchen boasts beautiful wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, double ovens and stove top. Double sided fireplace between living room and breakfast area. Great room and master bedroom open to screened pool and spa area. There is a covered sitting area w/summer kitchen in the screen area. Master w/walk in closet & adjoining exercise room. MLS#64339 $775,000

96195 OYSTER BAY DRIVE D CE DU E R

Stunning custom-built home. Kitchen has fireplace and breakfast nook, granite counters, double ovens, huge walk-in pantry. Great room has fireplace and French doors opening to a 2-level screened porch with summer kitchen overlooking a lake. First floor master has separate sitting area and bath has Jacuzzi tub. Two other bedrooms and bath complete this floor. 2nd floor has guest room & bath plus large bonus room. Paver drive. 3-car garage. Located in gated, yacht club community. MLS#61612 $519,000

96121 LIGHTWIND DRIVE

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12x10 den/office. Backyard designed for entertaining w/red brick pavers, screened lanai & walkway to lake. New 15 Seer AC, H20 heater & water softener in 2014. Gated Community w/swim & tennis. Yacht Club with marina. Club membership transferrable. MLS#63975 $439,000

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2058 MARLIN COURT ~ $230,000 A peaceful, treed setting holds this Little Gem with convenient central island location close to Baptist Medical Center, FB Middle and High Schools, shopping and the beach!

This well-maintained home offers Hardi-plank siding, a spacious Florida room, bearing fruit trees and wondeful neighbors. New HVAC (2013), new dishwasher & water heater.

Wood-burning fireplace. Cable in every room. MLS#64298

1002 OCEAN OAKS DRIVE N ~ $439,000

95210 COOK ROAD ~ $639,900 Private deep water home with pier and dock on Nassau River. Home has been completely renovated: new roof, doors & windows, stucco, paint, ceilings, kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, fans, screening, landscaping, and renovated HVAC. This like-new 2,534 sq.ft. home features spectacular unobstructed river views, constant gentle breezes in a serene and relaxing setting. Full length 60’ x 10’ finished attic/ bonus room and 24' X 12" shed/workshop included.

10-minute boat ride to ICW. Water depth is 22' - 30' at face dock. MLS#62285

Serene privacy in the City, in this lovely home with SOLAR-HEATED SCREENED POOL to enjoy all year. This meticulously maintained home offers 3 BR and 2 BA with very spacious rooms, generous closets and a beautiful open show-style kitchen. Recent upgrades include new HVAC, hot water heater, paint, carpet and kitchen flooring. MLS#64306

LOT/HOME KETCH COURT ~ $371,500 John Stokes will build a 2,315 sq. ft. home featuring a 3 BR/3.5 BA plan. Great location on a peaceful pond. Steps from the beach on a quiet cul-de-sac location.

Optional upgrade package available. Price includes landscaping and security system. Granite, blinds... choose your colors! Lot and Home require separate closings. Lot may be purchased separately. MLS#60820

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camping on cumberland S close So l andd yett also l worlds ld away, C Cumberland b l d IIsland l d rewards with its bounty of rich history, outdoor activities, and remarkable wildlife.

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few years ago, I went on a backpacking trip to the southern part of Cumberland Island. My friends and I had a spectacular time, so we decided to visit again, this time to the northern end. Cumberland Island is a surprisingly big island, and each time I visit, I experience something new. This weekend was no exception.

My friends Cindy, Tom, and Paula live in Jacksonville and they cajoled a relative into taking us by boat up the Cumberland River, then to the Brickhill River, where we were deposited on shore.

Overlooking the water is a primitive campsite called Brickhill Bluff, where we set up camp and then headed out to explore the area.

A “main” road traverses Cumberland running north and south, and you can get anywhere you want to go using this comfortable, dirt road and the side trails that run off of it. From our campsite, we hiked a little over three miles to First African Baptist Church, taking the scenic route. The small, one-room church is where John F. Kennedy, Jr. and Carolyn Bessette were married in 1996. It was built in 1937 to replace a cruder structure used by former slaves from the High Point Half Moon Bluff community. After taking photos, we hiked back to our campsite, where the sun was just setting over the salt marsh.

Hungry from our hike, we cooked a simple dinner over camp stoves. No fires are allowed in the wilderness area, which was a blessing because the stars were a sight to behold that night! It is so rare to find such a pristine location where there is no light and, even better, no sounds of traffic. As we slept, we were visited by a few of Cumberland’s wild horses, who pawed and snorted outside our tents.

In the morning, we packed up camp and headed to another site called Hickory

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Hill, located in the center of the island. In this area, you will find Willow Pond and the Willow Pond Trail, a very different environment from our riverfront, salt marsh camp site. Horses were wading in the pond, and we took care not to disturb them—but managed to get some great photos! On our way back to camp, we spied several armadillos and a young, diamondback rattlesnake on the trail.

Even when small, most rattlers have a big attitude, so we allowed him to make his way into the brush, giving him a wide berth. That night, some deer came to our campsite, and we were thrilled to have seen so much wildlife in just one day.

The next morning we hiked through a swampy area back to the main road, then on to Plum Orchard, a circa 1898 mansion built on Cumberland Island by Lucy Carnegie. A magnificent “Classical Revival” building of 22,000 square feet, we enjoyed touring the grounds, dotted with beautiful live oaks. After a quick lunch, our kindly boat captain picked us up at the Plum Orchard dock.

There’s something magical about Cumberland Island, no matter how often we visit. Camping in the wilderness is just another way to get to know this captivating place. For more information about camping on Cumberland, visit www.nps.gov/cuis/reservations.htm or call 877-860-6787.

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Osprey Village is more than just an amazing retirement community on Amelia Island,

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A LIFESTYLE. Visit Osprey Village and discover for yourself a lifestyle like no other. From maintenance-free living to state-of-the-art wellness programming, Osprey Village members are living longer, happier and healthier lives, through an array of first-class amenities. r Restaurant-style dining. An Executive Chef creates daily menus that satisfy all taste buds. r Direct access to the beach. Amelia Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pristine shoreline is just steps away from your front door. r On-site Fitness and Wellness Center. Dedicated wellness programming delivered by our Wellness Team. r Beautiful Accommodations. Choose your lifestyle!

Cottages or Villas, we have it all. r An Extensive Social Calendar. There is never a dull moment at Osprey Village. r And Much, Much, More!

We invite you to discover the Osprey Village lifestyle!

Come tour our beautiful community and meet our amazing members.

To set up a tour, call (904) 277-8222 today!

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Membership to the Amelia Island Club and its golf courses are included

What does 20 years of exceptional health care really mean?

It means 9,042 babies were born here. It means 51,700 community members received hospital care. It means 64,792 had surgery. And it means 399,572 patients were treated for emergencies.

But more than that, it means you count on us to provide you with exceptional care, our donors are grateful enough to contribute, and our employees are dedicated enough to provide the healing touch you really need.

It means we are changing health care for good in Nassau County, and it means that the tradition of heartfelt care will continue. Happy 20th Anniversary Baptist Medical Center Nassau.

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