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Most of us have continued that great American tradition of piling into the car to head off for parts unknown or parts very wellknown, i.e. the familiar terrain of the annual family visit.

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Summertime is a time for vacations, for travel to new places and opportunities to explore new things. Most of us grew up enjoying a typical summer vacation with our parents, and most of us have continued that great American tradition of piling into the car with kids and pets and luggage to head off for parts unknown or parts very well-known, i.e. the familiar terrain of the annual family visit. Each summer, we spend a couple of weeks on Cape Cod with members of our families on both sides, as we have been blessed to do for many years. We have time to spend with mothers and fathers, aunts and uncles and cousins, while our kids have a chance to create lasting memories in the surf or by the bonfire with their own cousins. One fun thing about traveling around is the chance to enjoy local festivals and celebrations, celebrations of things that might be unfamiliar to the visitor and a lot of fun to explore. In the small town we visit on the Outer Cape, there is an oyster festival, and down the Cape there are cranberry festivals and probably many more events that we don’t even know about. All are fun community celebrations of some aspect of local culture and history.

On Amelia Island, of course, we are very fortunate to have the annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, which is one of the best community celebrations in the whole Southeast.

Now, in addition to the Shrimp Festival, we have been enjoying a new weekend event for the last few years that is quickly becoming a wonderful tradition: the Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off. This great event returns to Amelia Island this month on August 23 & 24 at Fernandina Beach’s Main Beach to celebrate the best in southern barbeque—pork, chicken, and beef—and the joys of grilling and smoking with secret rubs and sauces from family recipes, which is such a wonderful part of Southern culture and cuisine. The CookOff is a professional stop on the Kansas City Barbeque Society circuit, and it also has a friendly amateur competition. The event continues to grow each year, and it includes live music and entertainment in addition to all the great barbeque. It is quickly establishing itself as another of Amelia Island’s “don’t miss” events, so be sure to stop by Main Beach that weekend.

Elsewhere in this issue, we have a feature on some local boat captains, who are lucky to be doing exactly what they want to be doing; a “Fernandina Faces” profile of Barbara and Frank Cardile; a “Great Homes of Fernandina” feature from Dickie Anderson on the PhelanVerot House; a “Backyard Adventure” with the local petanque club; and much more.

See you around the island!

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Contributing Photographers Holly Allain, Pam Bell, Elizabeth Wilkes, David Burghardt, Lynne Taylor, Katrin Bell, William Raser

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AUGUST2013 11 Cover Story 4TH ANNUAL GREAT SOUTHERN TAILGATE COOK-OFF

Already in its fourth year, the Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off brings world-class barbeque, amateur and professional grill teams, live music, and lots of fun to Amelia Island each August.

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35 Fernandina Faces

Surrounded by the Amelia River and the Atlantic Ocean, Amelia Island offers some the chance to build a rewarding life on the water.

After a distinguished military career, Frank Cardile worked in the defense industry before retiring on Amelia Island with his wife, Barbara, where they discovered another passion.

41 Great Homes of Fernandina Now a charming cottage, the Phelan-Verot house was home to the Sisters of St. Joseph in the nineteenth century, who nursed the island through a yellow fever.

68 Backyard Adventure Petanque, a French game of boules similar to bocce, is enjoyed by a club of fun-loving players on Amelia Island, who are always ready to share their love of the game.

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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 hot, sultry days of summer here, it’s time to go back to the basics with some hardy perennials.

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Island Home Maureen and John Ausura were looking for a second home retreat from their busy lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, and they found much more at The Landings at Amelia River.

Cover design by Tom Barrett.

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Eating Scene At Sandy Bottoms Beach Bar & Grill, you can enjoy tropical drinks and delicious seafood with your toes in the sand.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

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TAILGATE COOK-OFF a AUGUST 23-24 MAIN BEACH c Returning for its fourth year, the popular barbeque event offers great food and lots of fun at the beach.

BY KAREN MILLER • PHOTOS COURTESY OF GREAT SOUTHERN TAILGATE COOK-OFF

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f you’re dreaming of beach, brisket, and barbecue, Amelia Island is the place to be on August 23 and 24 for the Fourth Annual Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off. The event, which features more than 60 professional and backyard teams, is a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, and a fundraiser for the Gator Bowl Association, a non-profit organization whose primary charitable activities are focused on education and youth in the North Florida region.

Bring your family, friends, and your biggest appetite to Main Beach and enjoy great entertainment, including live music from national, regional, and local bands, all while experiencing the thrill of this incredible competition. Cheer on your favorite backyard barbecue team as they battle

against other local teams in the Arlington Toyota Backyard Competition, and enjoy the flavors of some of the best barbecue and tailgate food you’ll find anywhere in the country.

The Great Southern Tailgate Cook-off is organized by the Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau. This annual event brings professional teams from all over the country to compete for more than $20,000 in cash and prizes.

A crowd favorite is the backyard team competition, where local amateur teams compete for over $1,000 in cash and prizes.

Competing in the backyard event is Amelia Island’s own Chef Rick Laughlin of The RitzCarlton, Amelia Island’s Salt Restaurant. Laughlin, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, considered the

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Top left: Lots of great barbeque is available to enjoy.

Above: Attendees sample the good food.

Left: A wood-burning grill gets to the perfect temperature.

guardian of French culinary technique, spends nearly every day and night working at the restaurant.

So what does this talented and accomplished young chef do in his spare time? Cook barbeque, of course.

“I love barbeque,” says Laughlin. “My father is the one who got me interested in it. Anytime I’m at home, I’m in the backyard, smoking and grilling.”

Laughlin’s whiskey mango sauce, chicken thighs, and ribs will be entered in the competition this year, and Laughlin is hoping for a first place in the backyard division. Two years ago, he received second place for his chicken, and this year he’s back to try again.

Last year, the 2012 Grand Champion was B&T BBQ Cook Team, with Git-R-Smoked as 2012 Reserve Grand Champion, and Amelia Island’s own Beach Dawg as 2012 Backyard Champion.

The 2012 People’s Choice Champion was Chow’n Down the Q, with Best Dessert by Budmeisters, and Best Sauce by Smokinwilly Squealer’s. This

year, there are 35 teams from across the country, some coming from as far away as New York and Colorado. Local backyard teams include Beach Dawg again this year, and four other Fernandina Beach and Yulee teams attempting to smoke out the Dawg’s barbeque laurels.

To compete in the Backyard team competition, the rules are a little different from the professionals.

The teams must be true amateurs, which means that they can never have competed in any professional or pro-am competition. The backyard cooks may use gas grills, if they desire. And they will not be judged on pork or brisket. Professional teams will be judged on chicken, pork, ribs, and brisket. The judging is done by a team of six persons. Only judges, contest representatives, and necessary support staff are allowed in the judging area during the judging process. Each judge will first score all the entries for appearance of the meat. The turn-in containers will then be passed around the table and each judge

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Below left: A team from the competition prepares their meat.

Below right: The Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off includes lots of live entertainment.

will place a sample from each of the containers on a special judging mat. The judge will then score each entry for taste and tenderness, before moving on to the next entry.

The Tastiest Job in the World Kansas City Barbeque Society teams are known for cooking some of the best barbeque in the world, but it takes a dedicated team of judges to decide which is truly the best-of-the-best. Being a Certified Barbeque Judge means more than just getting to taste award-winning barbeque, and deciding which barbeque wins those awards. It’s about representing and spreading the message of KCBS, which is to promote America’s favorite cuisine: barbeque. To become a Certified Barbeque Judge, candidates must attend one of the many barbeque classes that are held all over the country. Local judges Barry

Lyle, and his brother, Wendell, received their KCBS certification in 2006, and, this year, they are excited about being part of this exciting Amelia Island event.

“Being a judge is all about the pursuit of the best barbeque,” says Barry. “What we learned through the certification process is how to judge each entry individually. There are certain criteria that makes good barbeque.” For Barry, who loves all barbeque, pulled pork has always been his favorite. And served with an ice cold beer, adds Barry. “Nothing is better than that.”

Kansas City Barbeque Society provides the most respected form of judging and scoring in the world of barbeque. KCBS provides a representative for each sanctioned contest, and an appropriate number of certified barbeque judges who have been trained in how to judge world-class barbeque, all while using a blind judging process that is fair and void of

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Below left: Delicious desserts are lined up and ready. Right: Racks of ribs get a little extra sauce.

Below right: Contestant putting the final touches on his competition entry.

personal knowledge of teams being judged. KCBS judges are trained in a manner that allows them to appropriately judge all types of barbeque, from St. Louis and Texas styles, to Memphis and Carolina styles. Sanctioned contests are held in every region of the country, and as a result receive the same fair, unbiased, trained judging process. KCBS conducts official competitions at each sanctioned event in the following categories: chicken, ribs, pork and brisket.

A KCBS judge evaluates barbeque in three different criteria: taste, appearance and texture.

From Pig Pickin’ to a Professional Sport

Barbeque seems to have originated in the South, although cooking meat over a hot fire has been around since the beginning of time. According to estimates, prior to the Civil War, Southerners ate

around five pounds of pork for every one pound of beef they consumed. Because of the poverty of the southern United States at this time, every part of the pig was eaten immediately or saved for later.

Because of the effort to capture and cook these wild hogs, pig slaughtering became a time for celebration, and the neighborhood would be invited to share in the bounty. These feasts were sometimes called “pig pickins,” and the traditional Southern barbecue grew out of these gatherings.

These days, barbeque includes beef brisket, chicken, ribs, along with the traditional pork, and just about anything else that can go on the grill or into a smoker. Served up with barbeque sauce, a mess of coleslaw, pickles, and biscuits or cornbread, barbeque is a true American tradition all over the nation. And today, creating the best barbeque has

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ABove: Attendees relax on the lawn and enjoy the music.

Top right: Grilled meat gets the special treatment.

Below right: A classic car at Main Beach during the competition.

become a professional sport, of sorts, where teams compete for big prizes, cash, and professional recognition. With television networks like Food Network covering many of these barbeque competitions, cooking up great barbeque can become a rags to riches story, creating overnight barbeque super stars.

In addition to the Cook-off, the Amelia Island Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced a partnership with Smithfield® Rib Super Series.

One of just twelve high-profile Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned events to participate in the series, the Great Southern Tailgate Cook-off will offer professional teams added incentive for competing in the 2013 event.

“As we enter our second year of the Smithfield Rib Super Series, we couldn’t overlook the passion that the Amelia Island area has for barbeque,” said Kristen Orr, associate brand manager for Smithfield

Foodservice. “Florida is a rapidly growing market for us, so we’re excited to expand our brand presence at this popular event.”

The Smithfield® Rib Super Series is a points chase competition with bonus money payouts for the top three finalists in the ribs category at each contest, and overall. All participating teams will also receive two complimentary racks of Smithfield Spareribs to use as their turn-in or for experimentation. Teams participating in the points chase will also earn points based on their finishing position at their best four events in the series, making them eligible for additional bonus Grand Prize money.

The Great Southern Tailgate Cook-off begins at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23 and 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. Barbeque lovers will be able to enjoy free entertainment throughout the two-day

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Great Southern Tailgate Cook-oƱ Event Schedule Friday, August 23 3 p.m. Gates Open for public 5:15 p.m. Emilie Batten performs the National Anthem 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Performance by Jimmy Parrish and the Ocean Waves Band 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Performance by Rockit Fly Saturday, August 24 10 a.m. Gates Open for public 12 – 2 p.m. People’s Choice Contest Sampling and Voting (12pm – 2pm only or until food runs out – Wristband must be purchased at event) 1 – 2 p.m. Performance by Island Vibe 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Performance by Face for Radio 4 – 5 p.m. Performance by Beech Street Blues Band 5 p.m. Awards Ceremony at Main Stage 7– 8:30 p.m. Performance by Fran Cosmo, former lead singer of Boston

Top: One of the event’s prizes is awarded for the best beef brisket.

Below: Kettle corn is one of the many treats available during the two-day event.

event, including performances by former Boston lead singer Fran Cosmo and Orlando-based ‘80s and ‘90s rock cover band Rockit Fly. Additional regional bands will also perform during the Cook-Off. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase food and drink, and kids of all ages can enjoy the Kid’s Zone with exciting games. This year’s event will feature a People’s Choice Contest where participating teams compete for the public vote. For $10, guests can purchase a wristband allowing them to sample the barbeque of participating teams and vote for their favorite with provided tokens. The People’s Choice Contest will take place Saturday, August 24th from 12 noon to 2 p.m. A limited number of wristbands will be sold to ensure availability of sampling and participating teams will be placed together for increased visibility. Wristbands can be

purchased the day of the event at the information tent. Attendees can also enjoy the VIP Pig Pub with shaded tables and bar seating, fans, cold beverages, and more.

Sponsors for the Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off include Arlington Toyota, Residence Inn Amelia Island, Tailgater Monthly, Publix, Vystar Credit Union, and Turner Ace Hardware. Many of the local hotels and bed and breakfast inns are providing special incentives to visitors. If you have barbeque-loving friends or family members coming to the island for the weekend, be sure to check out exclusive packages from The Residence Inn, Addison on Amelia, Amelia Hotel at the Beach, the Beachside Motel, and Elizabeth Pointe Lodge.

For more information about the Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off, visit their website at www.gstailgatecookoff.com.

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“TEST DRIVE THE WOLRD” LUXURY TRAVEL SHOW WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND Attendance at the show is by RSVP only. Please contact us for details.

All proceeds to benefit The Boys and Girls Club of Nassau County We are pleased to announce the travel suppliers listed below will be present.

Additional suppliers may be added.

CRUISE LINES Silversea Seabourn Compagnie Du Ponant Sea Dream Yacht Club Lindblad Expeditions Windstar Cruises Regent Seven Seas Cruises

TOUR COMPANIES Micato Safaris Tauck World Discovery Abercrombie & Kent Travel Trails of Indochina Italian Dream Inc. Rocky Mountaineer

RESORTS Kurtz-Ahlers & Associates The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island MISCELLANEOUS Travelex Insurance Services On Call International Evacuation Services

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

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More than just a ride, Montego Limousine is committed to value and first class service. Now offering WIFI Internet in our Town Cars.

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

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ELIZABETH POINTE LODGE RANKED NO. 2 BY TRAVEL+LEISURE MAGAZINE

TIMOTI’S FRY SHAK ONE OF COASTAL LIVING’S 22 FAVORITE SEAFOOD DIVES Each year, Coastal Living Magazine chooses its favorite seafood dives from all of America’s coasts, and, for 2013, Timoti’s Fry Shak made it onto their list of favorites. Restaurants are not chosen for their ambience or gourmet flair, but for their great seafood, although Amelia Islanders would hardly call Timoti’s a “dive.” In Fernandina Beach, Timoti’s offers some the best and freshest local seafood, a beachy atmosphere with family-friendly picnic tables, and even a pirate ship for children to play on if their parents want to linger over their dinners.

Coastal Living mentions their fried shrimp and clam strips, as well as the fact that the restaurant is nestled in the Historic District. Timoti’s is owned

by Tim and Theresa Poynter of Café Karibo, which is located next door. “We are so honored to have received this recognition,” says Tim. “It’s a testament to our fine staff, Carlin, Brian, and also to all of our customers who have patronized us over the last year. We couldn’t ask for anything better than that!” To read Coastal Living’s article, visit their web site at www.coastalliving.com.

Elizabeth Pointe Lodge has been listed in Travel+Leisure’s 2013 World’s Best Awards as one of the top inns and small lodges in the continental United States. In addition, Elizabeth Pointe Lodge is ranked No. 25 on their Best Awards list of Top 100 Hotels overall. The awards were published in the July 2013 print edition and the digital editions at www. travelandleisure.com. Elizabeth Pointe Lodge received a special mention in the article: “U.S. properties represent nearly 20 percent of the Top 50 list, from Triple Creek Ranch (No. 13), with 23 intimate cabins with wood-burning fireplaces in western Montana to Elizabeth Pointe Lodge (No. 25) on Amelia Island, Florida, with its turn-of-the-century-inspired décor and enormous marble soaking tubs.”

Every year, Travel+Leisure readers vote on their favorite hotels, resorts, spas, airlines, cruise lines, tour operators, rental car agencies, and more in the publication’s World’s Best Awards survey. The honor is considered a testament to how well various establishments serve Travel+Leisure readers as they explore the world.

For more information about Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, call (904) 277-4851 or visit www.elizabethpointelodge.com.

“MURDER IN FERNANDINA” MYSTERY DINNER AT DAVID’S Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with a candlestick? Not at this “Murder in Fernandina” Mystery Dinner, featuring a local story about a modern murder mystery in Fernandina Beach that ties into the city’s history of pirates and buried treasure. A murder took place in Fernandina, and you’ll get to figure out whodunit, all while dining at David’s Restaurant & Lounge on Thursday, August 8. David’s will be serving a three-course dinner and house wine, while a winner’s name pulled from the wine bucket will receive a $200 gift card to dine at David’s the next time they visit the restaurant, if they’re not murdered! You’ll also meet Amelia Clinch, author of Murder in Fernandina, and receive a signed copy book as a gift from David’s to you.

Actors will surround you in three separate acts, with two seatings at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. The event is rated PG-13, suitable for teens and adults. The menu for the evening includes Garden Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette, Twin 3 oz. Petite Filet Mignon with Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Cornish Hen with Jasmine Rice with Grilled Vegetables or Shrimp Scampi over Linguini. And for dessert, a classic NY Cheesecake or Chocolate Torte. For more information, call (904) 310-6049 or book online at www.ameliaislanddavids.com.

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Field Trips Riding lessons Boarding Horse camps Birthday parties Party Barn available for rent

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HOMEOWNERS

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AMELIA ISLAND ANTIQUES 5210 First Coast Hwy • 321-1314

GALLERIES

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AMELIA SANJON GALLERY 218A Ash Street • 557-1195 BLUE DOOR ARTISTS 205 1⁄2 Centre Street • 491-7733

MEAD’S FRAMERY & TROPHY STORE

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

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FIRST COAST COMMUNITY BANK GALLERY 1750 South 14th Street, 2nd floor • 277-5290

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ohn Mead started his framing business in his mother’s garage, calling it “The Framery.” He had just finished college when he began offering framing services to the local community in 1972. Forty years later, Mead’s Framery & Trophy Store, located in Yulee at the corner of A1A and US 17, is still providing custom framing services, trophies, awards, engraving, and so much more to the Yulee and Amelia Island communities.

There is no limit to what can be framed at Mead’s. Devon Thornton, John’s niece and frame design specialist, is amazed at the variety of items customers want to have framed, from priceless antique artwork and a child’s first finger painting to sports memorabilia and military medals.

“We have over 1,000 frames to choose from, along with creative matting. Our frames will enhance and preserve any of your precious or collectable items or artwork, which will be enjoyed for years to come,” says Devon. “One of our most recent and unique framing jobs was for a Battlestar Galactica panorama, where we cut the frame into an octagon instead of the typical rectangle to fit the trend

in the show. It was so unique, and our client was very pleased with the results.”

You can also find regional artwork, prints, and even gifts at Mead’s.

Mead’s is a family affair, with Devon’s mother and John’s sister, Ida Cox, as the shop’s award specialist and designer. The business is proud of their prompt services completed on-premises, which include trophies, plaques, engraving, ribbons, signs, and name plates. Hundreds of customers from local community organizations have utilized Mead’s over the years, including schools, businesses, and charities. John, Devon, and Ida frequently attend trade shows, seminars, and classes, to keep up with the newest trends and techniques.

Mead’s Framery & Trophy Store is a member of the professional Picture Framers Association and the Awards and Recognition Association, but the best recognition they receive is from their customers. People shop at Mead’s for the high-quality framing and what keeps them coming back is the personalized care and integrity of this small family-run specialty shop. For more information, visit the store or call (904) 225-2195.

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GALLERY C 218-B Ash Street • 583-4676 HUNT’S ART & ARTIFACT GALLERY 361 Centre Street • 261-8225 ISLAND ART ASSOCIATION COOPERATIVE GALLERY 18 North 2nd Street • 261-7020 ISLAND TREASURES 1104 South 8th Street • 261-8887 LA TORRE’S GALLERY & GIFTS 206 Centre Street • 261-0444 MEAD’S FRAMERY & TROPHY Corner of A1A & Hwy 17 • 225-2195 THE PICKERS MARKET 201 Alachua Street • 432-7048 THE PLANTATION SHOP 4828 First Coast Hwy • 261-2030 TRAILER PARK COLLECTIBLES 702 Centre Street • 491-4461 TRISH’S SLIGHTLY OFF CENTRE 218C Ash Street • 277-1147 WATERWHEEL GALLERY 819 South 8th Street • 261-2535

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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

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Amelia ART GALLERY Over 50 Local Artists ART CLASSES For all ages at our Education Center Nouveau Art “Water Views” Show First Place Fish of the Deep by Sherry Ferber, Watercolor

Go to www.islandart.org for events and class schedules.

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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

Fine art photographs can be seen at Amelia SanJon Gallery, The Island Art Association, The Omini Plantation Guild and Gallery, BarZin Restaurant and Wines by Steve on First Coast Highway.

• Over 6,000 square feet of brightly lit space • More than 40 dealers displaying their specialties • Outdoor patio filled with garden pots, iron décor and yard art • Complimentary coffee, lemonade and treats, and good music.

Steve Leimberg

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LIQUORS & Fine Wines

SINCE 1985

Island’s Best Selection of Spirits Cellar Selection Wines • Handmade Cigars

Mon - Sat: 10am - 6pm • Sun: 12pm - 5pm

Extensive selection of single malt scotch, single barrel bourbons, specialty tequilas, and exotic rums.

201 Alachua Street Corner of N. Second and Alachua Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach

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Rowland’s Upholstery Plus

Clay Rowland, Arlene Rowland-Scott and Wallace Rowland

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anet Sitnick lived in South Florida, where her husband, Al, worked as a charter boat captain and Janet owned a fabric business before the couple moved to Amelia Island ten years ago. Janet loved having her own business, so it was natural that she would open a business on Amelia. Janet’s love for the sea and all its treasures, for collectibles, and for home decorating led her to open a shop on Centre Street called Sea Breeze Amelia. After six years at that location, Janet moved her shop to Palmetto Walk, located at 4924 First Coast Highway, where she has expanded her island gift selection.

“You’ll always find a treasure here at our store,” says Janet, who uses local divers to obtain the myriad of shark teeth and seashells available in the store. “And we also carry many fossils, including rare, fossilized Great White shark teeth, and dinosaur fossils.” Many of Sea Breeze’s gift offerings are nature-oriented items, such as geodes from Brazil, shell and horn handbags, and one-of-a-kind jewelry created from shells and gemstones.

“We are a place where the locals shop, as well as island visitors,” says Janet. “We carry everything from beach wear to dinnerware!” Indeed, there is something for everyone at Sea Breeze, including local art, casual island clothing, hand-painted tiles, sterling silver jewelry, hand-crafted treasure boxes, Gaspari greetings cards and napkins, handmade soaps, and eclectic sculptures made from recycled motorcycle parts. Sea Breeze is open seven days a week. For more information, call them at (904) 277-0607 or visit www.seabreezeamelia.com.

owland’s Upholstery Plus is celebrating their sixtieth year of business this year, proud to be the oldest surviving business in Nassau County that has been owned and operated by the same family. Opened in 1953 by Willard and Earl Rowland, the business provided upholstery and furniture in the location where the Crab Trap Restaurant is today. In 1955, their brother, Lewis Rowland, and his wife, Doretha, joined them and eventually bought them out, moving the business to its present location.

Lewis and Doretha ran the business and worked alongside their employees in the workroom, employing many talented family members along the way. The business eventually expanded into a full-scale custom decorating showroom and workroom. Today, the owners are Wallace Rowland and Arlene Rowland Scott, Lewis and Doretha’s children. Clayton Rowland, Wallace’s son, recently joined the business.

“We do all of our work in-house,” says Arlene, “and all of our work is hand-sewn and custom upholstered. It’s a fine art.”

Rowland’s Upholstery Plus offers re-upholstery, custom-built upholstered furniture, draperies, valances, cornices, bedding, and carpeting. Being in the business of re-upholstery, Rowland’s is an environmentally-friendly business. “We have kept furniture out of our landfills for the last 60 years!” says Wallace. Today, Rowland’s clients are as loyal as ever. “We are so grateful to our customers for their business,” says Arlene. For more information, call (904)261-5842, or visit their website at www.RowlandsUpholsteryPlus.com.

Sea Breeze Amelia

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Welcome to

We Offer Unique Gifts, Art, and Collectibles Ranging from Local Artists to Exotic Destinations!

We buy any Gold and Silver!

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An Island Tradition for 34 Years!

English and French Antiques OPEN FOR LUNCH Tue – Fri 10am – 3pm

Unique Antique Smalls • Home Accessories & Gifts Outdoor & Upholstered Furniture

DINNER Wed – Sat 6 – 9pm

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Thank you for your continued patronage! lunch ~ tues - sat 11:30 - 2 lunch/brunch ~ sun 11:30 - 2 happy hour ~ tues - sat 4 - 6 dinner ~ tues - sat 5:30 - 10

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COMMUNITY

THEATRE THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE August 15-17, 22-24, 28-31 at 8 pm August 25 Matinee at 2 pm 207 Cedar Street ~ 904-261-6749 www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org

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beach combing

Mix, Don’t Match Give your table setting a beautiful background with Pine Cone Hill’s indoor/outdoor easy-care polypropylene placemats. Pair them with bright, patterned, or solid cotton and linen napkins for a fun table dressing! Placemats ($13.75 each) and napkins ($7 and up) come in a variety of patterns and colors at Home n Bed, 4924 First Coast Highway, Palmetto Walk Shopping Village. (904) 261-0270.

Cool Cotton

You’ll be fashionably cool in warm weather with fabulous cotton clothing from Cottonways, 313 Centre Street, like this Audrey top in the new color Tomato ($59.95), String Pants ($56), Multi-Color Bead Necklace ($49.95), and Anuschka HandPainted Leather Handbag ($249).

(904) 261-0311.

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Smashing Shrimp

Show your love for Amelia Island with great men’s and women’s apparel from Wadsworth’s Amelia Island with their trademarked shrimp logo. The Wadsworth’s shrimp logo is available on dresses, tee shirts, yoga pants, Mariner shorts, polo shirts, and hats, with prices starting at $20. 204 Centre Street. (904) 277-1162.

Dazzling Dress For charming, high-quality children’s clothing for the summer or back-to-school, stop by The Swing Set, located at 1464 Sadler Road. They have lots of great brand-name clothes you’ll recognize, like this Under the Sea sun dress, with fish appliques on the front and back, from Cotton Kids.

Available in aqua or white for $49. (904) 321-1138.

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Our goal is to give the highest quality eye care with the friendliest service possible.

Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach www.robisonjewelry.com 904.261.3635

6 South 14th Street Fernandina Beach

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PHOTO BY MARY MAGUIRE

PHOTO BY WILLIAM RASER

A Life on Water Surrounded by the Amelia River and the Atlantic Ocean, Amelia Island offers some the opportunity to build a life on the water.

BY MARY MAGUIRE

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ome people jump on boats and immediately know that a life on the water offers them greater balance.

Steely determination is needed for life on the water. People who pilot boats face many challenges, such as maintaining their vessels and managing their crews according to strict industry regulations, while constantly monitoring weather conditions.

Amelia Island is home to a range of pleasure boats, tour operations, and commercial fishing boats, and with them come captains who hold a steady hand on the wheel.

Barry Woods, who owns the Island Girl, a 73-foot shrimp boat out of the downtown marina, first hopped on his father’s shrimp boat out of St. Mary’s, Georgia more than 50 years ago at the age of six. “This is hard work,” says Woods, tugging at one of his boat’s shrimp nets while guiding a visitor around the wooden vessel.

His two-man crew is meeting him on the boat at 4:30 a.m., which is less than ten hours away, for a four-day hunt.

The plan is to anchor somewhere off the coast of Cumberland Island. “I don’t know what we’ll get,” says Woods, who will sell his haul to a local wholesaler. “You can’t do this job for the money; you have to do it because you love it.”

One of the most popular boat captains on the local waterfront is Kevin McCarthy, owner of Amelia River Cruises. McCarthy started the popular boat tour business in 2000, regaling riders with a combination of stories about his seafaring family from Gloucester, Massachusetts, and historical perspective courtesy of his wife, Cecilia, whose family is among Amelia Island’s first settlers.

“Any credibility I have comes from her,” says McCarthy about his wife, whose family first operated the lighthouse in Fernandina Beach and Cumberland Island. “When the boat rides around Cumberland, I can reference family connections dating back more than 300 years.”

“I’m totally intoxicated by the sea and can’t imagine doing anything else,” says Lori Hoerl, a pilot-in-training for the Mayport ferry. She works as a deckhand now, but holds a Master 100-ton license, meaning she can pilot Coast Guardinspected vessels up to 100 tons and carry passengers. Hoerl is a former guide for Amelia River Cruises. “I can’t imagine doing anything else with my life that would take me away from the water,” she says. continued on page 65

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Amelia Island Visitors Center ~ 277-0717 • Monday - Sunday, 10am - 4pm City Hall ~ 277-7305 • Police/Fire/Ambulance (Emergency 911.

Police non-emergency 277-7342. Fire non-emergency 277-7331 Amelia Community Theatre ~ 261-6749 Amelia Island Musuem of History ~ 261-7378 Public Library ~ 277-7365 Fernandina Harbor Marina ~ 491-2090 Post Office ~ 261-4848 Nassau County Courthouse ~ 321-5709 (Sheriff 911; non-emergency 225-0331) Fernandina Little Theatre ~ 277-2202

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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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Watch nature unfold as you Segway from the beach to a primitive maritime forest. Guides will interpret this fascinating plant and wildlife habitat. No experience necessary. Easy-to-learn instructions given before every excursion. Riders’ minimum age is 13 years; maximum weight is 260 lbs. Three tours daily, Sunday through Friday at 9 and 11 a.m., and 2 p.m. For more information, call (904) 251-9477 or visit www.EcoMotionTours.com.

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.

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AUGUST 2

Eighth Annual ALS Amelia Island Golf Classic The annual golf tournament benefitting the ALS Association, Florida Chapter, will be held at Long Point Golf Club with a 1 p.m. shotgun start followed by a reception. Buffet lunch is also included. Register by calling (904) 553-0576, emailing Mark O’Day at odaym25@aol.com, or visiting www.ALSgolfAmelia.com.

AUGUST 2

Sounds on Centre Continuing free community concert series held from 6 to 8 p.m. the first Friday of every month on Centre Street in historic downtown Fernandina Beach. August’s concert features Boukou Groove, known for their lively elements of New Orleans style Funk, R&B, Soul, Blues, and Hip Hop. Bring lawn chairs and your dancing shoes for this community event that feels like a block party.

AUGUST 3

Beach Walk Join a park ranger at 2pm for a walk on the beach as they explain the importance of undeveloped beach habitat, including many interesting facts about sea creatures and common shells found in the area. Bring sunscreen and water. The program will take place at the multi-use trail pavilion located at the south beach area on Little Talbot Island. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. For more information, call (904) 251-2320.

AUGUST 3, 4

Union Garrison at Fort Clinch State Park Fort Clinch State Park holds a Living History Union Garrison the first weekend of each month as volunteers in Civil War-era attire portray daily life at the fort as it was in 1864. Soldiers will answer questions about being stationed at Fort Clinch, while visitors tour the fort and grounds.

Fees include the $6 per vehicle park entrance fee, plus $2 per person Fort admission. For more information call (904) 277-7274 or visit www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch.

AUGUST 4

Evening of Story & Song Welcome Belton and April Amick Caughman for “A Touch of April.” Concert will be held in Burns Hall at St. Peter’s Episcopal Parish. Doors open at 4:15 pm for guests to enjoy beverages and snack, show starts at 5 pm. For preferred seating, make reservations in advance to EveningofStoryandSong@gmail.com. A $15 donation to the artist is requested at the door.

AUGUST 7, 21

Amelia Island Lighthouse Tours Guided tours of the lighthouse are held the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 10 a.m.

Cost is $5 for adults; $3 for children 12 and under. Tours are limited to 25. Participants should meet at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Ave. Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance. For more information, call the Fernandina Recreation Department at (904) 277-7350.

AUGUST 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 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.

AUGUST 8

In this musical comedy, six young people compete in a spelling bee and learn that winning isn’t everything and losing doesn’t make you a loser. (Adult subject matter.) All shows are at 8 p.m. except August 25, which is at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students, and may be purchased on the theater’s website at at www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org or by calling (904) 261-6749. Amelia Community Theatre is located at 207 Cedar Street in Fernandina Beach.

AUGUST 16

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 their website at www.ameliamuseum.org.

AUGUST 23, 24

Great Southern Tailgate Cook-Off Enjoy beach, brisket, and beer at this Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned event, held at Main Beach Park. Festivities begin on Friday at 3 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m., featuring music, Kid Zone, food and drink vendors, in addition to the cook-off. For more information, visit www.gstailgatecookoff.com

AUGUST 24

Lawn Games Want to find out how to lawn bowl or play croquet? Join a ranger on the green at 2pm to learn about these fun outdoor games. To be held at the Ribault Club on Fort George Island Cultural State Park. No reservations are necessary and the program is free. For more information, call (904) 251-2320.

AUGUST 29

Murder Mystery Dinner Three course dinner and “Murder in Fernandina” held at David’s Restaurant, located at 802 Ash Street. Two seatings, 5 and 8 p.m.

Actors will surround guests in three acts for a mystery to die for. You can make reservations by calling (904) 310-6049 or by visiting their website at www.ameliaislanddavids.com.

AUGUST 10

Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk 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.

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SunTrust Private Wealth Wine Social An informal gathering of clients and friends held on the last Thursday of every month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the SunTrust Private Wealth Management offices located at 5211 S. Fletcher Ave. This month, Steve Raszkin of “A Taste of Wine by Steve” will be showcasing wines from Chile with hors d’oeuvres prepared by Horizons.

Stop in to enjoy a glass of wine (or two) and nosh on some good conversation. No RSVP required. For more information, call Karen Perdue at (904) 491-5969 or email her at karen.perdue@suntrust.com.

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BY DICKIE ANDERSON • PHOTO BY ELIZABETH WILKES PHOTOGRAPHY

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t is hard not to imagine Frank Cardile in uniform and very much in charge. His proud stature and confident manner suggest a leader, and a leader he was and is. He is a proud graduate of West Point, who was twice awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, as well as the Silver Star with oak leaf cluster and many other military awards and decorations. He was named Brigadier General of the United States Air Force in July 1988.

The Distinguished Service Medal is his highest military decoration, and the Silver Star, officially referred to as the Silver Star Medal by all the United States Armed Forces, is the third highest military decoration for valor. It is awarded for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States.

Originally from New York, he graduated from West Point and opted to join the Air Force. He wanted to fly, and fly he did!

He has earned more than 4,200 flying hours, which include 97 combat rescue missions behind enemy lines. Based in Da Nang, he flew behind enemy lines to rescue downed pilots. A master storyteller, Cardile describes rescue missions that would make a best-selling Hollywood movie.

The Cardiles recently attended the fiftieth reunion of his class at West Point. They describe an emotional and enjoyable reunion, where over 200 of the original 500 graduates returned.

After combat duty, Cardile continued his education, earning degrees at Stanford and Auburn, and he has taught engineering at his alma mater, West Point. After his military service, Frank was president of Betac Corporation and president of ACS Defense. Later, he was vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Professional Services.

Frank will be the first to share that his wife of 46 years, Barbara, is his best friend, steadfast supporter, and confidant.

She too enjoyed a distinguished career as a registered nurse, specializing in psychiatric and medical nursing while raising four children. The Cardiles are proud grandparents of seven grandchildren.

After retirement in 2007, Frank and Barbara Cardile found Amelia Island and built a home on Amelia Island Plantation.

They are now bringing their many talents to the island. Their home is full of wonderful collected memories. Artwork, mementos from the places they have lived and traveled to,

and a collection of scale model replica ships that have been meticulously built.

After reading Gavin Menzies’s 1421: The Year China Discovered America, Frank was intrigued by the fifteenth century Chinese treasure ships and decided to build a scale replica. Truly a team effort, Barbara helped with research at the Library of Congress. Working from blue prints that he drew, the project took three years. Their current project? A late nineteenth century clipper ship.

Throughout the Cardile home there are flags, and each one has a story. One flag was given to Cardile upon retirement. It was flown over all the bases where he had served in his 29 years in the U.S. Air Force. Cardile’s office displays his “General’s Flag,” the flag traditionally flown on a base to indicate the presence of the ranking officer in charge of the facility.

Frank currently serves as treasurer of the Amelia Island Club, and chairman of the board of Andrews Federal Credit Union. He is often seen enjoying a game of golf at the Long Point course. Barbara enjoys her children, grandchildren, reading, sewing, and travel. Together, they have made Amelia Island their home.

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AT THE THIRD ON THIRD PRESENTATION AT THE AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY

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The Phelan-Verot House

BY DICKIE ANDERSON • PHOTO BY JAN JOHANNES

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uilt in the final year of the Civil War, the charming little cottage is a frame vernacular with a transom over the door and chamfered posts with jig-saw cut brackets. It is a one and half-story house best described as Folk Victorian. It is most noted for being the home of the Sister’s of St. Joseph, an order of Catholic nuns from LePuy, France. The sisters were brought to the island to educate its children.

The school they established thrived, and an academy and convent school was started in 1882. On the site of the original school is another amazing preservation project, which can be found on Calhoun Street between Fourth and Fifth streets.

St. Michael Academy, which currently occupies the original building, with its galleried porch, Mansard roof, and classic lines, is one of the more beautiful of Amelia Island’s many church-related structures.

The Sisters of St. Joseph brought to Amelia Island to teach grew famous for their beautiful French lace, jams, and jellies, and they used the funds they generated from sales to help fund the school. In 1875, Jean Pierre Augustin Verot, Bishop of St. Augustine, purchased this cottage for $900 for the sisters.

In 1877, during one of the island’s worst yellow fever epidemics, the sisters nursed the sick and dying. It is estimated that 1,600 people lived on the island at that time, and over one thousand contracted the disease. The nuns were called the “Angel’s of Mercy.” They sewed the shrouds for the dead, and people would throw needles and thread weighted with rocks on the nun’s porch to avoid being exposed to the much-feared fever.

Two of the sisters lost their lives in the epidemic. Long after the epidemic, when their bodies were moved from temporary graves to Bosque Bello Cemetery, witnesses reported that the bodies were unchanged, and a fragrance of roses emanated from the grave site.

By 1993, the house was in great disrepair and became the center of controversy. The church that owned the house and the land it was on wanted to expand its parking lot and tear down the house. The house had long been abandoned and was literally falling down. The church chose not to repair it or try to save it. However, a group of passionate preservationists, the Amelia Island Restoration Foundation, was able to save it. It was renovated and is now a beautifully preserved and important historical property.

This article has been reprinted with permission from Dickie Anderson’s recently published book, Great Homes of Fernandina. It is now available at Books Plus, The Book Loft, the Amelia Island Museum of History, and by visiting www.ameliaislander.com.

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perfect perennials With the hot, sultry days of summer here, it’s time to go back to basics with some hardy perennials.

BY BETTY MORRELL

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his month, we are in the hazy, hot, and humid days of summer. They call it the “dog days of summer,” which is “when Sirius, the Dog Star, rises at the same time as the sun, and is a period marked by lethargy, inactivity or indolence” (Webster’s College Dictionary). That hot, sultry period of summer runs from late July to early September.

Now we are reminded why we garden mostly in the spring and fall!

However, it is never too late or too early to get back to basic perennial plants that will bloom through the dog days of summer. How about the Mexican Petunia, in purple and pinks? Not only will they withstand the heat of summer, they will last the winter. They need to be contained, but they are so pretty and attract hummingbirds and butterflies, which adds even more beauty and interest to your garden. Bush Daisy is also a great addition to any perennial bed, as it blooms with vibrant yellow flowers from spring through fall. It may die back in a hard freeze, but will bounce back in spring.

This may be a new one for some of you: Burbidgea Scheizochella, a

TIP O F T HE M O N T H If your lawn looks like it needs some fertilization, do so at the end of August or early September. Use a 16-4-8 fertilizer. You can also use Milorganite or liquid iron on your lawn, which will safely green it up.

Dwarf Orange Ginger, which brings both brilliance of color and reliability to any container garden. In our area, it can be put in the ground. Intermittently through the year, bright golden orange cones will appear above glossy dark green, maroon-backed leaves. Individual flowers will open and last about two weeks. The heaviest blooming periods are in the summer and winter, making it perfect for both home and garden.

Outdoors, this plant likes mostly shade.

There is a rare dwarf version of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow called Morning, Noon and Night. It is a compact two to three foot tall bush with fragrant flowers that open purple, fade to lavender, then white, just like the YTT. One of my favorite plants in the garden is the Sambac Jasmine, also

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known as Arabian jasmine. Like most of the other jasmines, it is easy to grow in almost any moist soil. It likes full sun to partial shade, and needs lots of water during the summer growing season, but watering can be reduced in the winter.

The Sambac jasmine is a tropical plant that grows outdoors in zones 8 and 9, where it will freeze to the ground in winter, but return from its roots in spring. Sambac can grow six to ten feet in height and width, but, because of our hard freezes, it will stay much smaller.

Be sure to mulch this plant before the freezes get real bad. The downside to this plant is that because of the freezes, it doesn’t start blooming until late in the year, usually August or September.

Arabian Jasmine is often grown in a pot on the deck or patio in summer and brought indoors in the winter. Prune frequently to maintain a desirable shape.

Some people put the plant in a large pot by the door, so you can smell its sweet perfume every time you walk by.

As always, e-mail any questions to bamorrell@aol.com. In the meantime, Happy Gardening!

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Inset: The view of the Amelia River and its marshes from the patio.

Below: The sculpture hanging above the fireplace is entitled Summer Tide by Tennessee artist Emily Wilson. Each element in the commissioned sculpture ties to Amelia Island and has been meticulously hand-painted.

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BY DICKIE ANDERSON • PHOTOS BY DAVID BURGHARDT, ISLAND PHOTOGRAPHY

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orth Carolinians Maureen and John Ausura were searching for a second home and found exactly what they were looking for on Amelia Island. Maureen Ausura, Chief of Human Resources for Lowe’s Companies, Inc., welcomes the serene quiet of the condo on the Amelia River as a retreat from her busy life. John, recently retired, spent his career in operational and corporate finance and restructuring in multiple industries, and he continues working on boards and with nonprofit organizations.

When friends bought a unit in The Landings at Amelia River, a small condominium development on the south end with breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway, the couple realized it had everything on their wish list. It offered a conveniently located gated community, beautifully landscaped property, access to golf courses, a private airport nearby, and a welcoming community with amenities galore.

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Inset top: The unique blue color used on the kitchen island, the wet bar, and the walls of the solarium compliments the couple’s artwork and photographs. The backsplash behind the stove features a unique glass mosaic tile imported from Italy.

Above: A hand-blown Murano glass chandelier from Venice hangs over the dining table. The painting is an oil-on-paper original entitled Monserrat I by Carl Plansky.

exhibit some favorite collected pieces of art and John’s photographs from trips the couple has enjoyed. Coffered detail in the living room ceiling adds a sophisticated finishing detail to the timeless space. The living room is dominated by a nontraditional and stunning fireplace surround. The couple asked Bennett to incorporate a unique, multi-colored glass mosaic tile in the remodel. The tile, imported from Italy, includes a variety of colors that are picked up throughout the condominium. A beautiful sculpture by Tennessee artist Emily Wilson, who has

a gallery in Ashville, North Carolina, hangs above the fireplace.

Wilson specializes in combining birds, animals, and fish in harmonious and colorful wall sculptures. Each element in the commissioned sculpture ties to Amelia Island and has been meticulously hand-painted.

The kitchen opens onto the main living area and its views of the marsh and intimate seating area around the fireplace.

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Inset top: A guest bedroom offers traditional twin beds. A cleverly designed backboard offers the opportunity to put the two beds together and make a larger bed depending on the guests’ preference.

Above: The master bedroom offers views of the Amelia River, and its non-traditional white furniture is accentuated by the blue walls, a reversal of the white walls and furnishings in blue and gray throughout the rest of the condominium.

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The dining room is defined by a unique hand-blown Murano glass chandelier hanging over a Restoration Hardware dining table. The light fixture, hand-blown glass by the master Venetian glassblower, Scaletta, was commissioned on a trip to Venice. The artwork in the dining room is entitled Monserrat I

by Carl Plansky. The oil on paper original was the first contemporary art the owners bought for their North Caroline and Florida collections.

Highlights of soft grey-blue tie together rooms that open one onto the other. The far end of the condominium offers timeless views of the Amelia River and its marshes. Common docks reach out into the river. The couple plans to keep their newly purchased Pursuit boat in front of their home and explore together the intriguing waterways and marshes wandering through the barrier islands off the coast of northeast Florida.

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Sandy Bottoms BEACH BAR & GRILL

At Sandy Bottoms, you can enjoy tropical drinks and delicious seafood with your toes in the sand.

BY KAREN MILLER • PHOTO BY WILLIAM RASER

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andy Bottoms is a restaurant that harmonizes beautiful views of the beach with some of the tastiest dishes and beverages on the island. The only restaurant where you can sit directly on the beach and slip your toes in the sand while enjoying a tropical libation and a plate of crabby bites, my beau Bruce and I love to hang out at Sandy Bottoms.

Sunday afternoon is our favorite island time of the week, and recently we went to Sandy Bottoms for dinner and live music. Pili Pili was playing all of our Bob Marley favorites, and our server, Justin, suggested we try one of their most popular beverages, a Kahlua Colada, and we were happy to oblige. A pina colada with Kahlua added to it, this was a rich and creamy drink.

Topped with whipped cream and a cherry, it was a grand way to start our Sandy Bottoms dining experience.

I was eager to try their Mango Pecan Salad, and that’s exactly what Justin suggested we order.

The fresh spinach leaves were topped with mango, Feta cheese, crushed pecans, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and a homemade garlic balsamic vinaigrette.

This is the perfect summer salad—refreshing and delightful, and just a little sweet. Justin also brought us a plate of Crab Stuffed Mushrooms, fresh mushroom caps stuffed with their crabby bite mix, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, all baked in a garlic butter sauce. We loved this dish, which was very rich and cheesy, with the flavor of that good crab shining through. I kept pushing the dish away to save room for dinner, but Bruce kept pulling it back, and eventually kept it on his side to the table for himself! I was looking forward to sampling the Seafood Platter, a delicious trio of mahi mahi, shrimp, and scallops. We like to have our fish blackened, and that was a good choice after our rich appetizer.

These days, when people are trying to be a little more health conscious, I love seeing lots of fruit and vegetables on plates instead of fries and hushpuppies, and this plate has all of that. The fish, shrimp, and scallops were coated in a spicy seasoning, and served with coconut curry rice, with a lovely

vegetable medley, and a huge portion of fresh fruit salsa. The fish was nicely cooked, the rice interesting and tasty, and the vegetables, squash, mushrooms, peppers, and onions were sautéed tender crisp. The fruit salsa, a combination of diced strawberries, mango, kiwi, and onions, is a great accompaniment to blackened fish.

We were ready to try another of Sandy Bottoms’ yummy drinks, so we ordered A Day at the Beach. This drink is made with two kinds of rum, pineapple juice, amaretto, orange juice,

and grenadine. It is so sweet and refreshing that it’s easy to gulp it down, but I suggest taking your time with this one! We also had Key Lime Pie, which is made in-house. Sandy Bottoms’ specialty is the baked variety, sweet and custardy, and a little tart, served drizzled with raspberry sauce.

A fine afternoon of beach, fresh seafood, and tropical drinks; I almost thought I was on vacation for a minute. Now that I think about it, I guess I was. For more information, call (904) 310-6904 or visit www.sandybottomsamelia.com.

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

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: MonFri 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.

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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 low-lunch 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. David’s Restaurant ~ David’s has an amazing Seafood & Steakhouse menu, upscale atmosphere, and professional service for your dining pleasure. Relax in our comfortable leather lounge and peruse the Martini and full bar menu. Our chefs offer prime steaks, Filet Oscar, and our signature 20oz boneless Ribeyes, Wagyu special s with dazzling presentations, plus English Channel Dover Sole, Truffle Scallops, Soft Shell Crabs, and a true Surf & Turf.

Add Foie Gras, Shrimp, Perfect Poached Egg, or Salmon to any entrée. Desserts & breads made on premises.

Open 7 days from 5-10pm. Lounge opens at 4pm. Prix Fixe menu from 5-6:30pm for $35 pp plus tax & grat.

Live music Tuesday with John Springer and Wednesday through Saturday with Aaron Bing from 6-10pm. No high chairs available. 802 Ash Street. (904) 310-6049.

Reservations recommended. www.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. All major credit cards. Open 7 days. 261-7700. 22 South 4th Street. $$$, L, D, B/W. Florida House Inn ~ Enjoy Southern cooking at its best.

Menu includes Southern Bistro salads, sandwiches, soups and daily specials. The Florida House Inn is located just off Centre Street in the historic district of Fernandina Beach. The inn is the oldest surviving hotel in the state of

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Florida and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Lunch: Tue. – Fri. 11:30am - 2:30pm; Sat. – Sun. 11:30am - 3pm. Mermaid Bar: Open Wed. – Sun. Drink specials nightly. 22 South Third Street, 904-491-3322.

L, $$, F Gourmet Gourmet ~ Gourmet Gourmet is located between The Ritz-Carlton and AIP at the historical American Beach entrance, on the corner of Lewis Street and A1A. In addition to our fabulous selections of baked goods, appetizers, salads, & entrées to go, we also serve gourmet coffees/cappuccino/espresso with continental breakfast items, brunch, and lunch everyday. A bistrostyle dinner menu is served Monday 8am - 6pm; Tuesday – Friday 8am - 10pm; Saturday 9am - 10pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. $$, B,L,D. Hoyt House ~ Enjoy an Authentic English Tea Experience at The Hoyt House Bed & Breakfast. Our menu has fresh Scones and Crumpets made about one hour before you arrive and are usually still warm. A perfect balance of sweet and savory with three different Silver tray platters to choose from.Our signature Tea Sandwiches of Spiced Egg, Tarragon Chicken and the classic Cucumber are sure to please. For a different experience we also have a tray of English Cheeses and Truffle Pate. Open daily Wednesday through Sunday from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and private parties of six or more on Monday & Tuesday. Trays range from $11.95 - $39.95. Full libations offered including Bellini Cocktail, Mimosa & Bloody Mary’s to complete your experience. Reservations are required. 904-277-4300.

Our menu is on-line at www.hoythouse.com. Located at 804 Atlantic Avenue on the corner of Center & 8th Avenue in the Historic District.

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. www. 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, $$$.

Kelley’s Courtyard Café ~ The newest addition to Fernandina Beach’s eclectic blend of restaurants. This family friendly Café offers homemade soups, salads and sandwiches in a warm and welcoming courtyard in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach. On and Off site catering available. Please come and join us at Kelley’s we’re at 19 S. 3rd Street Fernandina Beach. (904) 432-8213 Lulu’s at the Thompson House ~ Lulu’s is more than just a sandwich shop! The dinner menu changes nightly

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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, free range chicken and fresh organic produce. Salads, wraps, sandwiches, and soups are available—all prepared with Paul Maley’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. Tasty’s Fresh Burgers & Fries ~ Amelia Island’s FRESH spot for great grub and even better atmosphere! Our burgers are 100% grass-fed Angus beef and the fries are hand cut. For our health conscious and PALEO customers, try a bunless option or a delicious turkey burger. And for all the herbivores, we offer a beautiful veggie burger chocked full of flavor! Relax and enjoy an icy cold beer or glass of wine in the casual indoor or outdoor seating. We offer free WI-FI and flat screen TV so you won’t miss your game! Corner of 8th and Centre Street in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach. L, D, $, B/W. The Surf ~ Dine indoors or out on our huge, sundrenched deck with views of the ocean across the street.

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 lobster special 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. 261-5711.

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Decorator’s Dream Enjoy panoramic marsh and tidal creek views along with glimpses of nature from this new villa at Amelia Island Plantation. Over 3,000 square feet, the villa includes four bedrooms and 3.5 baths with an open floor plan. Surrounded by shady oaks, this home is a decorator’s dream! Ceiling to floor windows and pecan stained oak floors add to the quality.

The first floor features soaring ceilings, a family room with fireplace, dining room, breakfast room, and wet bar.

The villa also features a gourmet kitchen with a six gas burner stove, Jenn-Air refrigerator, wine cooler, large adjacent butler’s pantry, as well as luxurious white marble counters and accent lighting. The second floor owner’s suite has a private balcony to enjoy gorgeous sunsets, a spacious bath with dual vanities, coffee nook, and a huge walk-in, custom designed closet. It also includes a guest suite with an adjoining office/bunk bedroom.

The home is in pristine condition and ready for move-in!

For more information on this exceptional property, call Island Team – Coldwell Banker The Amelia Group at (904) 415-1952.

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Second floor consists of master suite with walk-in shower, a loft & 3rd bedroom. The lower level consists of a living area, full kitchen, bedroom & bath ensuite, office/den, and a bonus room. Two car detached garage. MLS#59581 $499,000

85176 NAPEAGUE DRIVE Breathtaking views of pool and golf course can be enjoyed from most living areas. Gourmet kitchen boasts granite, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and walk-in pantry.

Great room with custom builtins. An entertainment room perfect for a grand piano or pool table. Gorgeous master suite with custom closets. Bonus room has its own bath. Oversized 2 car garage. Extensive landscape lighting. Pool area has a waterfall and dramatic lighting. MLS#60303 $800,000

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$1,429,000 1746 Dunes Club Villas Third floor oceanfront condo in Amelia Island Plantation. Nine-foot ceilings, travertine flooring, stainless appliances.

3 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3,059 sq. ft. MLS#59436

$1,375,000 88004 Marsh Lakes Court Waterfront dream home with boat access via private dock. Wood and brick floors, Heated pool with spa.

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3430 Fiddlers Bend Enjoy sunsets from screened lanai in Amelia Island Plantation. New carpet throughout, wood floors in kitchen, vaulted ceiling in living room.

3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 1,640 sq. ft. MLS#60352 $364,900 2980 Patriots Way Newer home in Isle de Mai. Open floorplan, high ceilings, large rear yard, screened porch, stainless appliances.

Neighborhood pool. Well-maintained community. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2,149 sq. ft. MLS#60475 $310,000

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3059 Club Villas Golf-front home in Amelia Island Plantation. Walking distance to Property owners club and driving range. Living and dining areas open to the patio.

2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1,472 sq. ft. MLS#60063 $178,900

3 Laurel Oak Courtyard home in Heron Oaks in Amelia Island Plantation. Anderson windows & doors, Mexican tile, 9 foot ceilings, located on cul-de-sac.

3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2,890 sq. ft. MLS#58691 $789,000

477 Starboard Landing Light & bright home with wonderful arrangement of space. Inviting pool fronting Egan’s Creek Greenway. Island kitchen, custom entertainment center.

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• Marshfront 3 BR/3.5 BA with office • Private dock/access to Amelia River • Swimming pool with marsh view • Gourmet kitchen with large island • All glass Florida room • Located on Amelia Island Plantation • $995,000 MLS#60185

LONG POINT DRIVE • Lots 1 and 2 on Nassau Sound • Houseplan available • Zoned for single family home or duplex • Private dock on deep water in place • Located in Long Point at AIP • $773,000 MLS#60312

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ESCAPE TO AMELIA RIVER PLACE Luxurious marshfront town home in a gated Summer Beach community on Amelia Island’s south end. Spectacular intracoastal and sunset views from this three bedroom, four bath, 3,500 square foot, tri-level residence. High end appoinments throughout, gourmet kitchen, smooth finish ceilings, and a fantastic owner suite and bath on the third level with water views. An elevator provides easy access to all floors. Spacious living areas perfect for guests and entertaining.

Private courtyard, two car garage, and deep water community boat dock. Perfect primary, secondary or long term rental close to beaches, restaurants and shops. Memberships to The Golf Club and the Amelia Island Club are available. Offered at $614,900.

CHAD STREET Centrally located on Amelia Island, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,440 square foot townhome is close to beach and historic downtown Fernandina Beach.

Soaring ceilings in main living area. Owner suite with spacious walk in closet and bath on the first floor. Two additional guest bedrooms and bath and an office/ loft are on the second floor. Fee simple with no association fees. Short-term rentals allowed. Offered at $175,000.

FIRST AVENUE Just a short walk to the beach!

Situated in a private, semi cul de sac just off First Avenue, this three bedroom, two and one half bath home is perfect for a full-time or part-time home or long-term rental. Ideal for family, guests and entertaining. Kitchen boasts center island, granite counters and eat in area. Rear patio faces west and overlooks dedicated green belt which provides extra privacy. First floor owner suite and bath with two guest rooms, office alcove and bath on the second floor. Detached two car garage and off street parking.

Close to all island ammenities and just minutes to downtown historic Fernandina Beach. Offered at $335,900.

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That includes singing and acting on Broadway, which Hoerl did throughout her 20’s. She studied opera in college and then took her voice to the stage, where she sang and danced. Her dream job now is to captain a research vessel.

“There aren’t many openings, and being a woman in what has typically been a man’s industry might make it more difficult, but I’ll keep trying,” she says.

If the amount of time spent writing about boating and fishing is any barometer of affection, then Terry Lacoss is head over heels in love with the water. Lacoss, owner of Amelia Angler Outfitters, has written three guidebooks on sport fishing and frequently contributes to industry publications. He operates a respected tour boat operation for deep sea and backwater fishing from a busy storefront on Centre Street in downtown Fernandina Beach. “I grew up in Vermont, but I’ve always loved the water,” says Lacoss.

His tour boat outings receive rave reviews, and photos on the walls of his shop include clients with wide smiles holding big fish. “The biggest we’ve had was a 500 lb. hammerhead,” says Lacoss. “That was a whopper.”

Boaters needing maintenance help—from small repairs to top-tobottom overhauls—can head up to Old Town, where Bill Kavanaugh owns and operates Tiger Point Marina & Boat Works. He is also a river pilot for the Port of Fernandina.

“We can handle boats up to 65 feet and 50 tons here,” he says, standing in the shadow of the lift that pulls boats in and out of the water. Tiger Point Marina offers deep water wet slips, and boats from all over the country, including Maryland, Colorado, and Washington state, are in dry dock. Like other people who make their living on the water, Kavanaugh says it’s hard work, but he loves the labor.

“There’s something that attracts you to the water and won’t let you quit,” he says. “I don’t know if it’s a calling, but it is all-consuming and fulfilling.”

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t a recent fundraising dinner, my boyfriend, Billy, and I were seated at a table with John and Penny Bonvouloir. We learned that John, originally from Canada, spoke fluent French, and he and Billy started chatting en français, which led to them talking about the French boules game, pétanque. It turned out that the Bonvouloirs were competing in a tournament the very next morning, and they invited us to come along.

Billy and I showed up at the pétanque (pronounced “pay-tonk”) courts the next morning to watch and tried our hands at a few throws.

Pétanque is a little like bocce combined with horseshoes and marbles: players throw a baseball-sized steel ball to a target on a sand court, then opponents try to land their balls closer to the target (or “pig”), knock the first player’s ball away, or hit the target so it is moved to a new spot. Billy had played when he lived in France some time back, so we decided we would buy a set of balls (boules) and show up the next weekend.

Philippe Boets, the owner of Pétanque America, runs his business supplying pétanque equipment all across America out of a warehouse near Sadler Road. I stopped in to purchase my set of boules (a starter set of six basic balls is $25), and Philippe explained how the Saturday morning games work. Each player randomly draws a card to determine on what team he or she will play, which spreads all the best players around. More seasoned players are always ready to help out, Philippe explained, and it’s fun whether you are an experienced player or not.

Billy and I showed up the following Saturday and picked cards assigning us to different teams. More experienced players were quick to help with techniques, rules, and scorekeeping. The less-experienced players generally throw first, standing a circle at the end of the court. The “cochon” or “pig,” is thrown and the first player pitches a ball toward the target. The best players or “shooters” generally go last, trying to blast the other team’s balls away from the pig with a direct hit, or to move the pig.

Billy turned out to be a pro. I had some beginners luck, but definitely needed some coaching. I learned a little and laughed a lot, and we had a great time. The Amelia Island pétanque crowd is a lot of fun and very welcoming to newcomers. That first Saturday I played on a winning team, but the results were varied the following two weekends. Nonetheless, I plan to keep showing up, even if I never quite make it as a pro!

Speaking of pros, the Petanque America Open, the largest petanque tournament in the United States, returns to Amelia Island on November 9-10, 2013, so there’s still plenty of time to get ready! In the summer, pétanque is played at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday and at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday at courts at the west end of Central Park. During the winter, play is moved to the courts at the south end of the Fernandina Harbor Marina parking lot. No special dress or shoes are necessary, just dress comfortably.

The Amelia Island Boules Club is happy to help you get started. Email club president Jimmy Weinsier at jimmyfw45@gmail.com, visit www. petanqueamerica.com, or call Philippe Boets at (904) 491-1190.

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