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new home, expanded services As the Nassau County Council on Aging welcomes the community to its new home, seniors will benefit from even more programs, services, and offerings at the multipurpose facility.

plus: SHRIMP DAYS OF SUMMER • COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS • FIRING A CANNON

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With a wide range of programs and services, including meals, various activities for seniors, and transportation, the Council on Aging serves a great number of people on Amelia Island.

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Contributing Writers Dickie Anderson, Michael Gass, Karen Miller, Betty Morrell, Julie Simmons, Teri Sopp

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Anyone on Amelia Island who is a senior, or who has a loved one who is a senior, knows about the Nassau County Council on Aging (NCCOA). With a wide range of programs and services that touch upon many aspects of daily life, including meals, various activities for seniors, and transportation, the Council on Aging serves a great number of people. And that number is growing each year as the population of Amelia Island grows.

In 2017, the Council on Aging experienced a 16% increase in the number of members served in Nassau County.

Started by George Crady, its first chairman, with a community affairs grant in 1974, the Council on Aging has grown steadily since its inception. The mission of the NCCOA is to help seniors by providing services of compassionate care that foster independence and help seniors remain active, valued members of the community. In 2008, the Nassau County Council on Aging decided to increase the number of services offered and purchase a new building to provide added space through its “Building for Our Future” campaign.

In early 2016, the Council on Aging settled on the Rayonier building at Island Walkway, a large 28,500 square foot facility centrally located on the island.

NCCOA President and CEO Janice Ancrum has been at the helm for the last six years as the organization has purchased the building and prepared for the opening of its new facility. “From our humble beginnings, we now serve close to 3,000 seniors each year, and we expect to double that number following the move into our new building at Island Walkway,” says Ancrum. One way that NCCOA is expanding its services is through its new Nutrition Support System, championed by State Sen. Aaron Bean, which will provide nourishing meals for homebound seniors and low-income veterans. Other services include Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Healthcare, and various home health services, as well as medical screenings, health and wellness classes, exercise classes, and a new membership program. Our hats are off to Janice and her staff for making this exciting new facility a reality for Nassau County.

Also this month, we explore the “Shrimp Days of Summer,” a new late-summer celebration of shrimping on Amelia Island with a variety of activities, events, and special offers; we learn about Communities in Schools Nassau County, which works in our local schools by empowering students to stay in school and achieve their dreams; we learn about Civil War projectiles from Ft. Clinch Park Ranger Frank Ofeldt – and we learn how to fire them; we discover some refreshing summer wines and spirits that will help you beat the heat this year; and much more.

Contributing Photographers William Raser, Elizabeth Wilkes, David Burghardt, Pam Bell, Sherry Carter, Stephan Leimberg

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AUGUST2018 11 Cover Story NEW HOME, EXPANDED SERVICES

As the Nassau County Council on Aging welcomes the community to its new home, their mission to enhance the lives of older adults through services and compassionate care will expand with even more programs, services, and offerings at the multipurpose facility.

33 Shrimp Days of Summer

41 A Community Supporting Our Schools

49 How to Shoot a Civil War Cannon

With hotels, restaurants, and local attractions serving up activities and special offers celebrating the history of shrimping on Amelia, everyone gets to join in the fun.

Working to empower students to stay in school, Communities in Schools Nassau County accomplishes its mission with the help of many local partners.

After “live” cannonballs were unearthed in South Carolina after Hurricane Irma, Park Ranger Frank Ofeldt shares his knowledge on Civil War projectiles.

76 Island Entertaining Whether you’re celebrating the “shrimp days of summer” this month or just trying to beat the heat with a cool drink, don’t miss these delicious summer wines and spirits.

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ABOUT THE COVER

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

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Galleries & Antiques Amelia’s art galleries & antique stores

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In the Neighborhood Profiles of area businesses and organizations

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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 If you want to add drama and intrigue to your summer garden, try the

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spectacular new Summerific Ballet Slippers Hibiscus or the eye-popping Pagoda Flower. new home, expanded services

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Island Home Chris and Deb Boelkes knew they wanted to retire on an island, and when they found a beautiful custom-built home on Long Point, they knew it would be Amelia Island.

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Eating Scene With a comfortable café, a deli offering fresh salads and pastries, and a selection

As the Nassau County Council on Aging welcomes the community to its new home, seniors will benefit from even more programs, services, and offerings at the multipurpose facility.

plus: SHRIMP DAYS OF SUMMER • COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS • FIRING A CANNON

Photos courtesy of NCCOA. Design by Tom Barrett

of cheeses and other delicacies, The Picnic Basket has something special for everyone.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

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ADVENTURE TOURS Visit the Nature Center at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort and let the adventure begin! Our tours offer the perfect blend of learning, discovery and fun.

Sign-up for a kayak or paddleboard tour and learn about the animals that call the marsh their home! Call us today at (904) 321-5082 to reserve your spot!

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new home, expanded services As the Nassau County Council on Aging welcomes the community to its new home, seniors will benefit from even more programs, services, and offerings at the multipurpose facility.

BY KAREN MILLER • PHOTOS COURTESY OF NCCOA

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n late 1974, George Crady had just lost his second political race to serve in the Florida House of Representatives. Around the same time, he received a call from a woman in the federal Department of Community Affairs asking if he would be interested in starting an agency in Nassau County that would serve senior citizens.

“I was told the organization could apply for a grant from Community Affairs and could possibly organize the local groups that were helping the elderly,” says Crady. “I began by calling together the scattered groups of people for a meeting to discuss the future agency. The response from the public was overwhelming, and volunteers were abundant. Our meetings were monthly and consistently grew larger over time.”

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Crady was elected chairman of the organization, named the Council on Aging (COA) at the request of the Department of Community Affairs. Elsie Harper was elected Secretary and Edgar Lindsey was elected Treasurer. “We voted to start with three divisions,” says Crady. “After winning the grant from Community Affairs, we rented an office and hired a young lady to answer the phones in the Referral Division, which was named ‘How Can We Help?’ The second division was the ‘Meals on Wheels’ program, which was headed by Elsie, and the third division, headed by Edgar, was ‘Transportation.’”

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active, valued members of the community. George Crady’s tenure included publicizing the COA’s mission with grassroots marketing, such as walking through town in a stocking cap asking people to help seniors in the community.

Fast forward more than four decades. Today’s Nassau County Council on Aging served 2,876 members in 2017, a 16% increase over the previous year, with 183 volunteers donating 9,746 hours for an in-kind monetary value of $235,268.14. Earlier this year, the Council was named the “2017 Nonprofit of the Year” by the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce.

NCCOA President & CEO Janice Ancrum has “come home” to the Council, having worked for the organization when she was 16 years old, her very first job. “I came to work all dressed up with high heels, excited, and ready for my first real job,” says Ancrum. “Little did I know I would be sent to someone’s home to weed the garden! After that, I spent all summer weeding and working outside. It was an experience I’ll never forget. But it was very satisfying, knowing I was helping seniors in need.”

Ancrum has been with NCCOA for six years, and the growth she has seen within the organization and the seniors served is phenomenal. From volunteers to staff, board members to community leaders, the agency’s success is due to a team effort. “There are so many stories, especially from the very beginning, of how we worked together to make the vision of truly taking care of seniors a reality. I remember hearing about the generosity of Buddy Jacobs for his legal expertise and strategic guidance throughout the process of the Council receiving its 501(c)(3) status,” Ancrum relates. “The agency did not have the funding to pay for his services, so he agreed to be paid in lemon meringue pies! From our humble beginnings, we now serve close to 3,000 seniors each year, and we expect to double that number following the move into our new building at Island Walkway.”

In 2008, NCCOA had a vision to increase their services and purchase their own building to help meet the needs of a growing senior population. At present, they lease the building adjacent to Baptist Medical Center Nassau. “Baptist has been extremely generous to the Council on Aging; in fact, they are our lifeline,” says Ancrum. “They’ve been taking care of the maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds and charging us a nominal fee for the lease. But we’ve outgrown the building, and realized we’d have to take the next step.

“Ten years ago, we initiated the “Building for Our Future” campaign. We looked at six properties, and in early 2016, we settled on the Rayonier building at 1901 Island Walkway,” says 12 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE •

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Ancrum. “At more than 28,500 square feet, it’s the perfect size and it’s centrally located, with plenty of space to provide the increased services and activities we need to serve our seniors in Nassau County.”

The organization is leasing a portion of the building to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, and it also has 17 single-office executive suites. The space features conference rooms, a media lounge and café, computer lab, fitness center, game room, and a Grand Hall with commercial kitchen, which can be leased for special events.

“Our goal is to serve all seniors, not just a few,” says Ancrum. “The Council on Aging is a community organization for everyone, seniors and their families. Our Adult Day HealthCare for people with dementia provides a respite for caregivers and family members. Our classes and activities are open to adults of all ages, and you don’t have to be a senior!”

“In spite of our successes and accomplishments, Hurricane Irma threw us a curveball last September,” says Ancrum. “Our dream of moving into our new building in early 2018 was put on hold as the powerful storm caused more than $1.4 million in catastrophic damage, mostly to the roof and building structure.

But in Irma’s aftermath, many heroes have come to our rescue!”

Generous donors have also contributed to the new building through a capital campaign, and the community has stayed in touch with NCCOA’s progress. “Geoff Clear, Board of Directors Vice Chair and Capital Campaign CoChair, as well as our temporary ‘Building Superintendent,’ has worked tirelessly with a steady stream of architects, contractors, engineers, adjusters, and the insurance company on behalf of our seniors to help resolve the many post-hurricane issues,” notes Ancrum. “For his extraordinary efforts, Geoff received the 2017 Elsie Harper Volunteer of the Year Award during the Nassau County Volunteer Center’s 33rd annual Volunteer Awards Luncheon.”

Earlier this year, the state budget featured one line item especially important to Nassau County: a $400,000 Nutrition Support Program for 20,000 Northeast Florida seniors, awarded to NCCOA and soon-to-be housed at 1901 Island Walkway.

Championed by State Sen. Aaron Bean (R-Fernandina Beach) and State Rep. Cord Byrd, (R-Neptune Beach), the program will help fight hunger by providing warm, nourishing meals for homebound and nutritionally challenged seniors, as well as more than doubling the number of seniors served through nutrition programs by 2020.

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J.H. Houston Mooney, MD, Cardiologist

Baptist Heart Specialists welcomes Houston Mooney, MD, a board-certified clinical cardiologist to its office in Fernandina Beach. Dr. Mooney specializes in: • Coronary Artery Disease

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• Preventive Cardiology As Nassau County grows, so does our commitment to deliver the best heart and vascular care close to home. Dr. Mooney will practice at Baptist Nassau and joins our team of cardiologists, including doctors Paul Dillahunt, Salvatore DiLoreto, George Le-Bert, Chris Ruisi, Venkata Sagi, Russell Stapleton and Farid Ullah.

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“Our commercial kitchen will house the Nutrition Support Program, provide the nutrition Nassau County seniors deserve, and allow us to deliver nutritious meals to lowincome veterans of all ages,” says Ancrum. “It will also provide emergency assistance as a disaster response center with backup generators. Of course, we hope to never have to offer this important resource, but we’ll be ready.”

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR SENIORS NCCOA’s mission has evolved to reflect the needs of a changing population. Their mission is to enhance the lives of older adults through services and compassionate care designed to improve the health, independence, and economic security of Nassau County seniors and their families. Currently, Nassau County Council on Aging serves seniors by providing vitally important resources such as case management, nutrition, and Adult Day HealthCare.

NCCOA also partners with local and state-funded programs to assist with home energy crises (EHEAP) and facilitate City of Fernandina Beach wastewater, refuse, and/or storm water fee exemption applications for qualified residents.

Case managers provide seniors, families, and caretakers information on resources, programs, and supportive services available to seniors and their caregivers in Nassau County.

These services help seniors to age in place and navigate local, state, and federal systems necessary to the aging process.

For those seniors receiving state and federal grant subsidized services in Nassau County, NCCOA’s case management ensures services are provided in compliance with the Department of Elder Affairs. Nutrition managers oversee the Life Centers in Fernandina Beach and Hilliard, where congregate meals are offered daily. They also manage Nassau County’s Meals on Wheels home-delivered meals program.

More than 2,200 balanced nutritious meals are delivered by volunteers each month to those who are homebound due to illness, disability, or isolation. Meal delivery also allows volunteer drivers to perform regular safety and wellness checks.

In addition, these volunteers provide Meals on Wheels for Pets, which ensures that homebound seniors receive necessary pet food and supplies for their companions.

The organization’s Adult Day HealthCare, the only one of its kind in Northeast Florida and affectionately known as “The Club,” is supervised by a licensed nurse and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and promotes each member’s daily success, 16 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE •

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maintaining or re-establishing a sense of accomplishment and self-worth. The program provides therapeutic activities and individualized care, as well as planned social outings and events.

Professional dementia counseling is also available.

NCCOA’s Home Health service area experienced a significant increase in the number of hours provided in the homes of Nassau County seniors in 2017. Non-medical, in-home services include personal care, respite, home making, and companion services. In the past year, services provided have doubled from 400 hours to more than 800 hours on average per week.

SENIOR LIFE CENTERS “Our new home at 1901 Island Walkway will open in September for staff, and in October for the community,” says Ancrum. “This facility will help us provide even greater programs and services at our Fernandina Life Center, including expanded congregate meals, medical screenings, health and wellness clinics, and exercise classes. Individuals will be able to use the Wi-Fi in our media lounge and café with a tablet or laptop, and even enjoy some coffee and conversation. Enrichment classes in art, crafts, music, technology, and more will be offered, as well as lifelong learning educational opportunities!”

NCCOA’s newly announced membership program offers priority registration and discounts for presentations and classes, free use of the media lounge and café, library, computer lab, game room, and fitness area, as well as invitations to special events throughout the year. The fee for individual members is $100 per year, quarterly membership for $35, and monthly for $15. Couples (two people sharing one household) may join yearly for $160, quarterly for $40, or monthly for $20. The Council is running a special membership rate through the end of the year of individuals for $75/year, couples for $135/year.

Both Fernandina and Hilliard Life Centers offer those 60 and older assistance, information and support, as well as a variety of fun and engaging activities, plus opportunities to socialize. With the establishment of a Membership Director position, community outreach, and greater social media presence, participation in Fernandina Beach activities has increased by 40 percent. New corporate partnerships have secured increased in-kind donations and volunteers.

Some of the programs and offerings include educational classes and seminars on topics of interest to seniors such as Social Security, Medicare, senior fraud, and advance directives.

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games, karaoke, line dancing, and technology workshops keep seniors fit in both mind and body. NCCOA also provides medical screenings and programs on diabetes, blood pressure, dental health, plus a full breakfast, hot lunch, and snacks.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES NassauTRANSIT, launched in 1984, continues to be the only mode of public transportation in Nassau County, providing both scheduled public bus and registered paratransit services with a fleet of 25 buses. The public bus service has convenient bus stops across the county from Hilliard to Fernandina Beach.

Commuter express routes connect both east and west Nassau County to River City Marketplace and downtown Jacksonville.

The Island Hopper bus provides local transportation in Fernandina Beach. The fare for scheduled public bus service is only $1 each way with no charge for transfers.

Registered paratransit is available to all qualifying county residents and provides curbside service for medical appointments, social engagements, recreation, and shopping.

Advance reservations are required and the fare to board is only $2 each way. In addition, a service agreement reached with the Nassau County School District provides after-school transportation for students in a job training and placement program. All NassauTRANSIT bus operators are certified to FTA and FDOT requirements, and all vehicles in the fleet are wheelchair accessible.

NCCOA’S UPCOMING EVENTS AND GRAND OPENING The NCCOA holds ongoing fundraising events and quarterly campaigns, one of which is this year’s Rock ‘n Roll Gala! at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort on October 19.

A Senior Expo & Health Fair will be held on September 14 at the Atlantic Recreation Center, in partnership with Baptist Medical Center Nassau. The ribbon-cutting for their new building at Island Walkway will be held on September 17, and their Grand Opening event will be held on October 24 from 12 noon to 2 p.m.

“We’re especially excited about our Grand Opening, which will be hosted by Sen. Aaron Bean,” says Ancrum. “There will be speeches, music, history, food, and tours of our new facility.

We are so excited to be open for our seniors in our new home!”

For more information about NCCOA, visit www. nassaucountycouncilonaging.org. To contact the Fernandina Life Center, call (904) 261-0701; for the Hilliard Life Center, call (904) 845-3331.

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Rear Admiral Babette “Bette” Bolivar will be the keynote speaker at the fifth annual Navy SEAL Patriot Day Luncheon on Tuesday, September 11 at 11:30 a.m., held at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club.

Admiral Bolivar is a Naval Academy graduate who wears the Diving Officer insignia as special operations officer with emphasis on explosive ordnance disposal, diving, and salvage. She is commander, Navy Region Southwest, headquartered aboard Naval Station Mayport. She was a finalist for the Vice Admiral James Stockdale Leadership Award and has been inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame.

The luncheon will also feature a raffle, as well as door prizes. Music will be provided by an ensemble from Fernandina Beach High School. All proceeds will go to the Navy SEAL Foundation. The organization was created in 2000 with the mission of providing sustained support for the Naval Special Warfare community, along with their families, focusing on comprehensive programs that will insure the community receives a broad spectrum of support in times of need.

Tickets are $25 and are available online at www.aicgnsf.org, or you may mail your $25 donation payable to Navy SEAL Foundation, P.O. Box 15698, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32035.

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OSPREY VILLAGE NAMES SILVER PEN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Osprey Village retirement community recently gave away cash prizes to four winners of the community’s annual Silver Pen Writing Competition at a special awards ceremony. After the ceremony, the winners and their families enjoyed a reception with community members and staff. Osprey Village started the scholarship in 2012 with the goal of helping local high school students achieve their dreams of attending college by providing financial assistance. This year’s essay topic was “What would you want people to know about Left to right: Shelby Steadman, Dea Dvalishvili, Victoria Akers, your hometown?”

The 20 essays, which were 600 to 1,000 and Anna Arato. words long, were judged by residents Joan Phelps, JoAnne Gallo, Norma Ceraolo, and Jo Merman, who chose the four winning essays. 2018 winners include: Anna Arato, first place; Dea Dvalishvili Wayne, second place; Victoria “Tory” Akers, third place; and Shelby Steadman, fourth place.

Osprey Village is a vibrant retirement community located next to the beach at Amelia Island Plantation. Their mission is to improve the quality of life of seniors through wellness and services, allowing them to stay independent in their own homes for as long as possible. For more information about Silver Pen or Osprey Village, visit www.silverpen-slc.com or www.osprey-village.com.

BRIGHTEN UP THE DOG DAYS OF AUGUST August is here, and it’s important to give our pets plenty of shade and water to prevent dehydration. But instead of using store-bought bowls, why not treat your furry friend to a ceramic bowl, decorated especially by you? Join your pet-loving pals for the “Dog Days of August” paint-your-own pottery event on August 26 at Clay Times Art Center, 112 South 3rd Street. Cat lovers will paint feline bowls from noon to 2 p.m., while dog owners will decorate bowls from 3 to 5 p.m. This event will not only provide unique gifts for special four-pawed friends, it will also benefit the Nassau Humane Society with a donation of $30 from each $45 fee received from participants.

Even if you don’t have a pet, you may sign up to decorate one or more bowls, then donate the bowls to the Nassau Humane Society shelter. To register online, visit claytimesartcenter.com/NHSfundraiser, or register in person at the NHS Dog Park or at participating charity shops.

On painting day, bring your creative ideas for decorating. After kiln firing of the bowls is complete, you’ll be notified with a time for pick-up at the NHS Dog Park, where participants can admire each other’s bowls and compare notes!

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Clockwise from top left: Susi Sax painting; carving a wheel-thrown pot; necklaces by Renee Martin; detail of hot glass bowl by John Mateer; detail of epoxy resin painting by Julie Delfs.

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ocated in the former Early Impressions day care center in downtown Fernandina Beach, Clay Times Art Center (CTAC) opened its doors last November featuring several local artist studios, a retail handmade art gallery, a pottery supply shop, and ceramic art classrooms.

Now a favorite destination of Fernandina’s Second Saturday “Artrageous Artwalk,” CTAC’s gallery offers a broad selection of handmade art ranging from pottery and hot glass to paintings, jewelry, woodwork, silk wearables, and handcrafted home furnishings. The majority of the featured work is made by local CTAC studio artists, including Susi Sax, mixed media; John Mateer, hot glass; Robin BruckTanner, pottery; Julie Delfs, epoxy resin; Renee Martin, metalwork; Sue Almand, painting; and Kendyl Porter, epoxy resin.

CTAC owner Polly Beach, a former full-time potter, spends most of her time at CTAC teaching wheel-throwing.

Founding editor and publisher of Clay Times magazine, Beach has been sharing ceramic art trends and techniques with thousands of print and online subscribers since 1995. Yet it’s the live reaction of her

students to the thrill of working with clay that inspires Beach to share the Zen of clay work with local residents and visitors.

“It’s no wonder ceramic art has survived for thousands of years,” says Beach. “The childlike joy of playing with mud and fire can be addictive! Some of us do it for the sheer fun of the process, like a musician who enjoys playing a composition. Others seek the pride of the end-product: a work of art with the potential to survive and inspire generations.”

Classes for all ages are offered as onetime introductory experiences, or as a 6-week series for beginner, intermediate, or advanced students. Handbuilding classes are offered by Suzanne Prohaska, and studio practice sessions are monitored

by Sarah McCullough. Paint-your-own pottery sessions are also available for individuals, groups, and fund-raisers.

Ongoing classes are also offered in all kinds of mixed media, including epoxy resin, glass art, jewelry making, and more. For complete details on classes, exhibitions, and special events, visit www.claytimesartcenter. com or call/text (904) 624-5824, or visit the Clay Times Art Center Facebook page.

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hen Joel Shapiro graduated from Jacksonville University with a B.S. in Finance, he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers as a pitcher. Working as a professional athlete might be every young man’s dream, but Joel realized it was not the route he wanted to take in life. With his finance degree and a strong desire to start his own business, Joel was drawn to the insurance industry. Today, Shapiro Insurance Group (SIG) has twelve locations in Florida, including Jacksonville and Fernandina Beach. Joel splits his time between his Jacksonville office and other locations in Florida. “I love the people here on Amelia Island,” says Joel. “Fernandina Beach is a unique community!”

Joel attributes his success to the company’s culture of engaging their clients and getting to know them personally. For home, auto, business, or life insurance, Shapiro’s agents provide quotes from multiple sources so their clients can make the most informed decisions. SIG utilizes the most advanced technology the industry has to offer, which allows them to exceed customer expectations. Soon they will be launching a client self-service application for customers who simply want to check on their policies or coverages at any hour of the day.

“Educating and providing clients’ choices is our goal,” says Joel. “We want to ensure that clients have peace of mind knowing they have the right insurance coverage in the event of a claim.” For more information, call (904) 277-2135 or visit www.shapiroinsurancegroup.com. Their Fernandina Beach/ Amelia Island office is located at 911 South 8th Street.

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Bridgeview Self Storage features 656 units, both climate and non-climate controlled, and offers short and long term storage at various sizes and price points. Manager Nancy Allred is happy to help customers with their moving and storage needs. “We are a one-stop shop,” says Nancy. “Our customers and the safety of their possessions are our number one priority.

Whether moving, downsizing, or just getting organized, we can assist you. We offer boxes and packing supplies, and Bridgeview Self Storage is an authorized U-Haul dealer.”

“The self-storage industry is expanding as people are downsizing and decluttering their homes. Short-term storage allows customers who are moving to store their belongings temporarily until their new home is ready,” says Donna Lynne.

“Owners will find their units accessible 7 days a week, and your second month’s rent is free!” Bridgeview Self Storage is located just off Amelia Island on Highway A1A. For more information, call (904) 261-5066 or visit www.bridgeviewstorage.com.

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Hand-Painted Oil La Torre’s has a large selection of hand-painted oils, like this beautiful seaside scene, 24” x 36”. Oil $99, frame $69. They also have whimsical animal paintings on canvas, as well as prints and nautical items, all below retail. They will ship.

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n 1913, a fisherman named Billy Corkum came to Amelia Island from Gloucester, Massachusetts hunting for bluefish. During his visit, he watched the process of shrimping for the very first time. In those days, shrimpers used seine nets hung between two boats to catch shrimp.

After observing the shrimping process, Billy believed that there was a better way to harvest shrimp, and he soon invented the otter trawl net. This new method of shrimping consisted of towing behind the boat a funnel-shaped net, which emptied into a bag called a cod end.

That invention changed the world of shrimpers across the globe, but particularly on Amelia Island, which earned the title “The Birthplace of the Modern Shrimping Industry.” Today, shrimp is the number one seafood consumed in the United States, and for many years Amelia Island remained the capital of this industry.

To celebrate its unique status, the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council (AITDC) is announcing its new “Shrimp Days of Summer,” which takes place from August 15 through September 30. The Shrimp Days of Summer will feature a wide variety of special offers, activities, and events from several of the island’s most popular, award-winning resorts, hotels, restaurants, and attractions, giving visitors and locals plenty of ways to make lasting summer memories by building their very own “crustacean vacation.”

The island’s participating resorts, hotels, bed-and-breakfast inns, and vacation rentals have created packages and special 33 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE •

rates that include an array of extras and add-ons that are anything but shrimpy! They include an array of offerings, from afternoon happy hours with gourmet shrimp cocktails to couple’s massages, beach bags, bicycle rentals, and more.

“Our idea was to create a promotion targeting the late summer that supports the destination’s shrimping heritage with ways visitors can eat, stay, and play, all designed around our favorite crustacean,” says Gil Langley, AITDC’s president.

“The Shrimp Days of Summer promotion is designed to attract visitors during a traditionally slower ‘shoulder season.’

“We’re proud of Amelia’s legacy as the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry. Shrimp Days provides another

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Restaurants, hotels, resorts, attractions, and retailers are supporting this promotion as another way to share the island’s shrimping heritage.”

Many of the island’s best dining hotspots showcase fresh, locally-caught shrimp, which is available all year long.

During the Shrimp Days of Summer, shrimp lovers can help themselves to succulent meals and deals offered by ten of the island’s restaurants, from the most casual beachfront shrimp shack to the finest in southern-inspired dining.

Consistently ranked among the most popular island destinations in North America, Amelia Island offers numerous fun and exciting ways to explore the island’s breathtaking natural beauty. During the Shrimp Days of Summer, visitors will discover some new adventures, such as working shrimp nets aboard a tour boat, visiting museums and exhibits showcasing local shrimping traditions, paddling to a shrimp nursery on a guided kayak tour, and enjoying a low-country boil, complete with live music, every Friday night.

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AUGUST 2 Amelia Knitting Group Meets the first Thursday of every month from 3 to 5 p.m. at BuyGO. Knit with great company and grab a snack or drink. No commitment, attend whenever you have time.

AUGUST 3 Sounds on Centre Free family concerts held first Fridays on Centre Street from 6 to 8 p.m. August’s concert features Indie Rock band, Flipturn. Raffle and prizes.

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AUGUST 4, 5 The Roommate Presented by Live Ink Theatre at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro, 1430 Park Avenue.

Performances August 4 at 7:30 p.m. and August 5 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 at liveinktheatre.com, or by calling (904) 601-2118.

AUGUST 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 West Coast Swing and Tango Ballroom On Amelia offers Tuesday classes with West Coast Swing at 7 p.m. followed

by Tango at 8 p.m. Classes are $10 for one, $15 for both. Dance workshop Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m.; $10 per person. Located at 1897 Island Walkway at RAD Studios; no partner or reservation is required. For more information, call (904) 624-0886 or visit ballroomonamelia.com or their Facebook page.

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 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25 The Addams Family Musical It’s kooky and spooky on the Main Stage at Amelia Community Theatre at 207 Cedar Street. All shows are at 8 p.m., except August 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets $25 for adults and $15 for students. Rated PG-13. For more information, call (904) 261-6749 or visit www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

AUGUST 9 Men Helping Men – Prostate Cancer Support Group Educational program for men meets at 11:30 a.m., Baptist Medical Center Board Room.

Hosted by Ackerman Cancer Center. For more information, contact Lauren DeWitt at (904) 277-2700.

AUGUST 10 Summer Dance Series Join Crescendo Amelia, Ballroom On Amelia, and Bold City Swing for night of live music and dancing. Held at Kraft Athletic Club, 961023 Buccaneer Trail, 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

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AUGUST 11 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. Participating galleries offer a diverse selection of art. For information, call (800) 226-3542, or visit www.ameliaisland.com.

AUGUST 13 Pink Ribbon Ladies For survivors of breast cancer and other female cancers, Pink Ribbon Ladies meets at 6 p.m. at Ackerman Cancer Center, 1340 South 18th Street. For more information, contact Anne Showalter at (904) 321-5465 or Isobel Lyle at (904) 321-2057.

AUGUST 14 Newcomers Club Coffee The Newcomers Club of Amelia Island hosts its monthly coffee on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Women interested in joining the club who reside in Nassau County (no matter how long they have lived there) are welcome to attend. For further information, contact coffees@newcomersamelia.org.

AUGUST 16 Community Singalong Held at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro at 6:30 p.m., located at 1430 Park Avenue. For more information, call (904) 601-2118 or visit www. storyandsongbookstore.com. Free and open to the public.

AUGUST 16 Writers By The Sea Writers and friends meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. upstairs at the Amelia Island Museum of History for program and discussion. For more information, contact Nadine Vaughan D’Ardenne at nvaughanwilliams@gmail.com, or Nancy Blanton at blantonn@msn.com.

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AUGUST AUGUST 17 Cinema & Conversation Held at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro at 7 p.m., located at 1430 Park Avenue. Featuring films for adults that spark lively discussion. For more information, call (904) 601-2118 or visit www.storyandsongbookstore.com. Free and open to the public.

AUGUST 17 Third on 3rd The Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation on the third Friday of the month, at 6 p.m., based on a variety of different topics related to the history of the island. This month features a Rhythm Demonstration by Les DeMerle, artistic director of the Amelia Island Jazz Festival, and his students. Cost is $5 per person (free for members). For more information, call (904) 261-7378, or visit www. ameliamuseum.org.

AUGUST 18 An Evening of Story & Song Held at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro at 7:30 p.m., 1430 Park Avenue. Featuring jazz musicians Les DeMerle and Bonnie Eisele, and the Les DeMerle Trio. Tickets $20. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (904) 601-2118.

AUGUST 19 Amelia Island String Ensemble Held at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro at 4 p.m., located at 1430 Park Avenue.

For more information, call (904) 601-2118 or visit www.storyandsongbookstore.com. Free and open to the public.

AUGUST 20 Acoustic Sessions Musical director Tom Leon brings local and regional musicians to Amelia Community Theatre’s Studio 209 stage, 209 Cedar Street, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15. For more information, call (904) 261-6749 or visit www. ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

AUGUST 26 Big Brothers Big Sisters Fundraiser Amelia River Cruises sunset tour includes appetizers, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and live music. Cruise departure 6 p.m. Tickets $50.

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This story is a prime example of the extraordinary work CIS has provided to local students since 1993. “Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life,” says Amy. The CIS programs are available to all middle school students in Nassau County. Participants are identified by guidance counselors, teachers, staff, and sometimes, by the students themselves. Following a permission slip, an onsite lead teacher learns the student’s story. “Usually it is academic challenges, but we’ve learned this is typically a symptom of a separate obstacle the student is facing.” Once CIS has the details, the team swings into action to help.

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The CIS partners are thrilled about the relationships and the work that they accomplish together. “Nassau Alcohol Crime Drug Abatement Coalition (NACDAC) is proud to collaborate and partner with CIS. We both provide much-needed services in our schools. NACDAC is looking forward to future endeavors with CIS,” says Executive Director Karrin Clark.

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Removing obstacles and providing academic support are essential to CIS’s work, but equally important are the opportunities CIS offers its participants.

Last year, Ingersoll Rand’s global team was meeting at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and they partnered with CIS as an outreach for their conference.

“The attendees were working in teams building solar cars to race,” says Amy. “Seven eighth-grade girls, most of whom had never stepped foot into somewhere like The Ritz-Carlton before, received an invitation to join the teams to race the cars. The CIS girls had a chance to meet with over 300 business men and women to learn about solar cars and have fun with a STEM project – and wave checkered flags at the finish line!”

Amy then had a chance to share with the company about the work that CIS is engaged in. Ingersoll Rand left behind not just a monetary gift for CIS, but also 160 solar car kits, which will be used in Nassau County middle schools in the upcoming year.

CIS is excited about the 201819 academic year and the chance to continue to collaborate with community partners. If you’re interested in getting involved, learning more, or making a much-needed financial donation, visit www.cisnassau.org.

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n December 2016, just two months after Hurricane Matthew unearthed 16 live Civil War cannonballs on Folly Beach in Charleston, South Carolina, our own Amelia Island Museum of History was evacuated after live ordnance was discovered in its possession. Civil War expert and Park Ranger Frank Ofeldt was called in to identify the cannonballs, and that’s when he discovered they were “live,” with the possibility of exploding.

Although Ofeldt feels people shouldn’t panic over finding a cannonball in their backyard, precautions should be taken.

“If you find a cannonball or shell, you should leave it be, and call the police department’s non-emergency number,” he says.

“They will then come in, cordon off the area, and call the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad, who will take the cannonballs to a safe place and detonate them.”

After the cannonballs were discovered, Amelia Island residents became fascinated with the idea that live munitions could be found around the island, including this writer, who didn’t know anything about the difference between live and non-live cannonballs. I called my friend Ranger Frank to ask him if he would give me a lesson on Civil War projectiles, and 49 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE •

he agreed, inviting me to Fort Clinch to learn more about the cannonballs that were used during the War Between the States.

But then he took my lesson a step further. “Hey Karen,” he said, “Do you want to shoot a cannon while you’re here?”

Shoot a cannon? Not something that was on my bucket list, but dang, who wouldn’t want to shoot a real Civil War cannon!

My husband Troy agreed to photograph the momentous event, and Frank instructed me on the proper way to load and fire a 10-pdr. parrott rifle, which was used by both Union and Confederate armies in combat. Before the actual shoot, Frank showed us examples of various projectiles, including shots, which are solid, round non-explosive (non-live) cannonballs; shells, which are exploding (live) cannonballs, also called bombs; and spherical case shots, which would have been filled with shrapnel and an explosive chemical mixture. Some of these projectiles would be fitted with a contact fuse to explode upon impact; others would contain a timed-delay fuse.

The first step in firing a cannon is to insert a cartridge, a bag of black powder encased in cotton, or in this case, aluminum foil. Then the cartridge is rammed into the breech

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of the cannon with a rammer. For our purposes, we weren’t using a real cannonball, so the next step was to poke a priming wire down the vent to puncture the cartridge, thus exposing some of the powder. A breech sight was then inserted for aiming the cannon, then removed. Frank then explained and demonstrated the friction primer, which is the trigger. It consists of a brass tube and serrated wire key. Surrounding the key is a sparking compound, and the rest of the tube is filled with gunpowder.

The key is attached to a lanyard, which is what I pulled to shoot the cannon.

Cannon-shooting is a noisy affair, and I was instructed to pull the lanyard down quickly with my right hand, while turning my head to the left, away from the blast. Once Frank had everything set up, he started the countdown, while backing away from me and my cannon.

“Three...two...one!” he called out, and as I pulled the lanyard, BOOM! went the cannon, much louder than I expected, the air filling with smoke and the smell of black powder.

What an experience! I can see clearly why Civil War reenactors have a passion for their hobby – especially if once a month you get to shoot a cannon!

The first weekend of each month, Fort Clinch hosts a Living History Weekend, where visitors can watch reenactors gather at the Fort to shoot cannons, perform marching drills, cook stew in cast iron pots, and live as the soldiers did back in 1864. For more information about the Fort’s events, call (904) 2777274 or visit www.floridastateparks.org/ park-events/Fort-Clinch.

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Multitudes of flowers appear from mid-summer to fall, with 7-inch blooms appearing from the top of the stems to the bottom. The plant has an upright habit, fresh-looking green serrated leaves, and, of course, the beautiful blooms. This plant looks absolutely tropical, but it is hardy, too. Stems will die down to the ground during winter in colder weather, but will reappear in the spring.

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while at a local nursery, I saw the plant in all its glory! I discovered it was a Clerodendrum Paniculatum, with an eye-popping pagoda-shaped 12-inch flower cluster on top.

The Pagoda Flower is an upright shrub, with large green leaves and huge showy clusters of orange and red above the foliage. The flower heads resemble Chinese architecture, hence its name.

It stood out in my garden, then died back to the ground in a freeze. But when spring arrived, so did the green leaves from the ground. I was so happy!

During that same summer, I broke my hip, so my garden became very neglected. Lots of new shoots were coming up, so I shared them with anyone who wanted some. This past winter, I chopped all of the stalks to the ground, and in spring I cut out many suckers, so now I am down to 20 plants.

If you want only one or two of these beauties, my advice would be to cut out the suckers as they appear.

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Left: The low-country style home, copied from a house on Kiawah Island, is in the Sound Point neighborhood of Long Point in Amelia Island Plantation.

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After selling their California home, their furniture, and their cars, the Boelkes looked at more than fifty houses in Hawaii, but eventually decided that Hawaii wasn’t for them.

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Charleston to begin their search. Chris and Deb had a few parameters for their retirement home: it had to be near a major airport, have a vibrant culture, and provide good medical care.

After looking at homes between Charleston and St. Simons Island, they came back to Amelia to stay with Deb’s parents before gearing up to look further south. While they were here, they humored Deb’s mother by meeting with a realtor friend of hers to look at local homes.

Once they saw the custom Long Point home built by previous owners Randolph and Charlotte Carter, the Boelkes knew they had found their island home. The Carters, who had retired to Amelia from Key West, had built a custom low country-style home patterned after a house they had seen on Kiawah Island.

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The home is nestled among historic oak trees on a secluded, private road on Long Point, overlooking both the river and the golf course. Charlotte Carter, who designed the house, had planted a totally grass-free, terraced lawn designed with azaleas and lilies.

The three-story house has a four-car garage downstairs, with bedrooms on the second floor and an open living area on the top floor. The second-floor main entrance leads to a wide foyer running from the front of the house to the back. A hall clock dating from the late 1700s stands just inside the front door.

“This was Charlotte Carter’s grandfather’s clock,” laughs Deb, “an actual grandfather clock!” Chris researched the history of the clock after the Boelkes bought it from Charlotte, learning that the cabinet had been made in Boston and that the clockworks were from England.

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Top: The spacious dining room, with table and chairs purchased from the home’s previous owner, looks out on the third-floor verandah and its lovely views of Nassau Sound and the Amelia River.

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Top: The second-floor master bedroom opens onto a screened verandah which runs the length of the floor.

Above left: The hall clock was purchased from Charlotte Carter. It was built in Boston with clockworks imported from England.

Above right: The comfortable second story verandah, where Chris and Deb enjoy their morning coffee.

The spacious foyer separates the master bedroom from the two guest rooms; a screened veranda runs across the back of the house. Comfortable porch furniture creates an outdoor living space. “This is where we have our morning coffee,” says Deb. The master bedroom actually has two full baths, with a large walk in closet for Deb. The closet has a glamour touch: inside is a crystal chandelier with pale pink lamp shades. Two inviting guest rooms on the opposite side of the second floor are separated by a Jack-and-Jill bath. Charlotte Carter, an artist, had painted whimsical monkeys on the walls to complement the tropical monkey forest wall paper, and the theme is carried to the shower curtain as well.

The third-floor living room and dining room have expansive views through the trees to the Amelia River and Nassau Sound. Heart of pine floors give the

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Chris and Deb didn’t do much remodeling before moving in, but they did re-finish the kitchen cabinets and install new appliances. The kitchen opens to another veranda with a view of the front yard and the common area beyond. A high top table is a much-enjoyed lunch spot. “It’s like being in a tree house,” says Chris. An office with two built-in desks and doors to the front veranda provides an expansive workspace for both Chris and Deb. When Charlotte Carter’s husband Randolph passed away, she put the home on the market and was delighted that the Boelkes were the purchasers. Chris and Deb bought much of the furniture from Charlotte, and they became fast friends.

As a surprise for Charlotte, the Boelkes had a plaque made commemorating the “Carter House,” unveiling it for her at a dinner party. The “Carter House” will live on for generations.

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Top: A large guest room across the front hall from the master bedroom provides ample space for guests.

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alking down the sunny side of Centre Street on a bright summer morning, I popped into The Picnic Basket to see what was new and catch up with Chef Stephanie Christopher.

On the way in, I noticed her new “Sugar & Spice” menu displayed in the storefront and on the large chalkboard behind the counter. I couldn’t wait to try some of the new offerings and see what Chef Stephanie had cooking at The Picnic Basket.

As I headed toward the kitchen to say hello, one of my favorite delights beckoned to me from a retail cheese display along the wall. There, like a crowned queen on a throne of Manchego, Brie, and Stilton, sat Cowgirl Creamery’s Mt. Tam

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pastries. And popping out of the kitchen a half step behind her omnipresent smile was Chef Stephanie.

The smile is genuine and the serenity real because she loves being here and sharing the space with her customers. Locals may recognize Stephanie from Four Seasons Bistro, which she owns and continues to operate with her husband, Michael Walden. After a busy dinner service and a brief night’s sleep, she’s the first one in at The Picnic Basket in the morning as she lays the foundation for her next culinary adventure.

Most recently, Chef Stephanie has put her stamp on the Picnic Basket with her “Sugar & Spice” menu. The menu reflects her breezy but composed style, blending beautiful ingredients with a lifetime of travel and experience. On this stop, I ordered the Pesto Chicken Club Sandwich and the TPB Veggie Wrap, along with a couple of salads to-go to share with some friends at the beach.

The Pesto Chicken Club is a show stopper: grilled chicken on a toasted potato roll with house-made pesto, fresh lettuce and tomato, crispy bacon, and Swiss cheese. The chicken breast was tender and juicy, and the pesto and Swiss provided the perfect creamy texture with the crisp vegetables. The veggie wrap had the entire garden in it, with fresh avocado and feta drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette in a flour tortilla. This was the perfect warm weather beach food, refreshing and delicious.

In addition to the café, wines, craft beers, and specialty foods available, The Picnic Basket also provides first-class catering, as Stephanie continues to grow her business in the community, moving into a bright tomorrow.

The Picnic Basket also makes a lovely place for coffee and homemade scones. It is open Monday through Saturday at 9 a.m., and lunch is available from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. You will also love working with Stephanie for all of your catering needs, from weddings to corporate luncheons and family reunions. The Picnic Basket is located at 503 Center Street. Stop in and see what’s cooking.

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dining guide Amelia Island Coffee ~ A coffee shop and bistro at 207 Centre St. in the heart of historic Fernandina Beach. For more than 16 years, Amelia Island Coffee has been a welcoming place to meet for both locals and visitors alike. This family-owned business features friendly service, locally roasted single-source coffee, cold brew, select organic teas and freshly baked pastries, pies and cakes. Breakfast and lunch are served all day, along with small plates and appetizers in the evening. You’ll find a selection of mainstream and craft beers along with varietal wines, as well as ice cream, milkshakes, frappes, fruit smoothies and frozen lemonade. The ambiance of a 100-year-old building is enhanced by outdoor, petfriendly dining. Open 7 days a week starting at 7 am Monday-Saturday and 8 am on Sunday. All major credit cards. 904-321-2111. Ameliaislandcoffee.com Amelia Tavern ~ Restaurant & Brewpub on Centre Street provides delicious local food and cold brews to the friends and guests of Amelia Island. Our kitchen serves amped up southern comfort food, where you’ll see enough diversity to be surprised without losing sight of the simple stuff you love. The collection of house brews and craft beer options are curated to match the menu, with plenty of pairings to fit any palette. A.T. is a brewery infused gastropub, or a brewpub with great food, something like that - just stop in, grab a bite and a sip, you’ll see. We are doing it our way, the right way, for you and for this Island.

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. At the marina on Front Street. (904) 261-2660.

Open 7 days, Mon-Sat L, D, $$$, F. Burlingame ~ In the historic district just off Centre Street at 20 South 5th Street, this restaurant offers seasonally inspired modern American food with a twist. The small menu enables our team to focus on a handful of exquisite dishes developed from the freshest ingredients each season. Dining out is about more than just food, and our superb service and casually elegant atmosphere create a special experience.

Extensive wine/beer list. Reservations recommended.

Open 5:30pm Tue – Sun. Closed Mon. (904) 4327671. BurlingameRestaurant.com

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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. Kid friendly. Vegetarian items on the menu.

Open: 11am–9pm Tue thru Sat; Sunday 10:30am– 3pm 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).

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 has an amazing steakhouse & seafood menu, upscale romantic atmosphere, and professional service. New Caviar menu with toast points or Blinis and accoutrements consisting of crème fraiche, red onion, capers & chopped egg. Full bar and large wine menu including wines by the glass.

Dining creations such as Filet Oscar, our Signature 16oz. Grilled Delmonico Ribeye, and when available our 24 oz. Porterhouse Steak. Daily Fish specials as well as English Channel Dover Sole & Chilean Sea Bass.

Vegetarian & Vegan options. Happy Hour Sunday Thursday 5 to 7 pm (except Special Events & Holidays).

Lounge Menu & Port Flights. Incredible Whole Alaskan King Crab 6-10 lb. average. Full dessert menu and after-dinner cordials. Open 7 days. Lounge opens at 5 pm, dinner at 6 pm. Young Adult menu available.

Reservations highly recommended. Private wine room holds 12 & private dining room up to 50. Resort casual.

802 Ash Street. (904) 310-6049. Make reservations 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. All major credit cards. Open 7 days. (904) 261-7700. 22 South 4th Street. $$$, D, B/W. Fancy Sushi ~ We serve fine Japanese cuisine from our Hibachi grill, the best Tempura and the tastiest Teriyaki this side of Tokyo. We give you all the fine foods with the friendliest service you will ever have here in friendly Fernandina Beach. Come by and give us a visit and we’ll serve you with smiles and the freshest sushi that you won’t find anywhere but here at Fancy Sushi. Open 7 days. (904) 261-9855. 1478 Sadler Rd. Florida House Inn ~ Enjoy Southern cooking at its finest at Leddy’s Porch. Menu includes Southern Salads, Sandwiches, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Collard Greens, and much more. Black Board specials daily. The Florida House Inn is located just off Centre Street in the historic district of Fernandina Beach. The inn is the oldest hotel in the state of Florida and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Open for brunch Wednesday – Friday from 11:00am – 2:30pm and Saturday – Sunday 10:00am – 2:30pm. The Mermaid Bar at The Florida House Inn is open Monday – Saturday at 5pm.

Daily drink specials and Open Mic every other Thursday night. 22 South Third Street, (904)4913322. L, $$, F Horizons ~ Where great food and good friends come together. The gourmet food you are always craving.

You can visit us for a fantastic lunch or dinner or let us cater your event. We have gourmet items to please everyone in your group, including beef, lamb, seafood, chicken, and even gourmet vegetarian choices and also fresh pastries and desserts! 5472 First Coast Hwy. (904) 321-2430. www.horizonsameliaisland.com

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dining out Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro ~ Located in historic downtown Fernandina, Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro serves innovative cuisine in a relaxed, island atmosphere. Enjoy fresh seafood, game, and specialty dishes in a charming 1903 home, or outside in a New Orleans-inspired courtyard.

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

Lulu’s at the Thompson House ~ Lulu’s is more than just a sandwich shop! The dinner menu changes nightly to showcase the best available fresh, local seafood.

Lunch features sandwiches, po’ boys, salads, and a wide selection of seafood “little plates.” Open for lunch and dinner Tues - Sat. Sunday Brunch from 10:30am - 3pm.

Beer and wine available. Major credit cards. Reservations recommended. 11 South 7th Street. Located in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach. Visit online at 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, Mon - Sat., 8 am - 3pm, and 11am - 3pm on Sun. NassauHealthFoods.net. 833 T. J. Courson Rd. (904) 277-3141.

The Picnic Basket ~ For a perfect dessert, knockout side dish, or casual picnic, The Picnic Basket has what you need, including charcuterie, cheese, party platters, picnic baskets, bakery treats, and take-home suppers.

Open Tuesday - Sunday from 9am - 3pm, we offer breakfast and lunch until 3 pm, serving wine & beer and foods to-go. Breakfast includes bagels, daily muffins, house-made granola, fresh scones, freshpressed fruit and veggie drinks, and fresh coffee. Lunch features homemade soups, organic salads, sandwiches on fresh-baked bread, and delicious wraps. We also offer catering for any occasion and we have a small selection of excellent wines. 503-A Centre St. (904) 277-9779.

Story & Song Bistro ~ Amelia Island residents and visitors now have a neighborhood bookstore bistro with an atmosphere that celebrates the art of living. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack -- prepared with fresh, local ingredients -- indoors or in the “secret garden” courtyard. Favorites include a croissant omelette sandwich, quiche, lox platter or toasted Bronx bagel for breakfast; Ina’s chicken salad, our signature pot pie, wheatberry salad and seasonal specials for lunch. Relax and unwind with our organic coffee and iced tea, personally selected wines, and regional craft beer. Mon. - Sat. 9 to 6, Sun. 10 to 6. 1430 Park Avenue at the 14th St. entrance to Amelia Park. (904) 601-2118 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. Townies Pizzeria ~ Townies is the “Locals’ Choice for Island Pizza”. All of our food is prepared fresh to order.

Townies uses real cheese, only the finest quality ingredients, and fresh local produce. Unlike the big pizza chains, our sauces don’t come out of a paint can.

Pizza! One Luv! 819 TJ Courson Road. (904) 2774755. Order online at TowniesPizzeria.com or call!

Wicked Bao ~ Enjoy Asian Street Food in a charming historical building in downtown Fernandina Beach.

Small Plates, Noodle+Rice, Baos. Beer, Wine, Sake, Vietnamese Coffee. Happy Hour 4-6 Monday -Thursday & Dinner 4-9 Monday - Saturday. 232 N2nd St. (904)775-5577. Please find our menu at Wickedbao.com

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$10 bottomless Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas!

MERMAID BAR Classic cocktails, great wines, & craft beers Happy Hour ~ 5-7pm Daily Open Mon-Sat 5-10pm Available for private dinners, catering, celebrations, & more.

OUR PHILOSOPHY IS SIMPLE ~ Southern comfort food and interesting cocktails.

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Take a short stroll to the nearby heated pool or a long walk on the wide open beaches from this Ocean Village home.

Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in a gated seaside Summer Beach community this home has suitable living space for any family with downstairs owners suite, split bedroom design, upstairs privacy and open living areas. This home offers four bedrooms, three full size baths, 2,600 square feet of inside living area and a rear screened porch overlooking wooded preservation space.

The current owners have made recent roof and air conditioning replacements. This is one of the closest homes to the beach in the neighborhood. The Ocean Village community offers unparalleled Amelia Island homeowner amenities that include two swimming pools (one oceanfront), three beach walkovers, tennis courts, full yard care and more. This south Amelia Island community is just south of The Ritz-Carlton along the tree canopy covered Parkway.

For more information on this exceptional property, please call Gary Farnsworth with Watson Realty at (904) 583-5611.

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Literally steps to the pool & beach with the amenities of The Ritz-Carlton nearby. The Sandpiper II Townhomes are coveted and uniquely ideal as a 2nd home or for primary home living. This property boasts fresh coastal appointments including plantation shutters, all white kitchen with butler pantry, elevator servicing 3 floors, fantastic roof deck terrace with year-round sea breezes and panoramic views to capture a glimpse of the beach to the east and the Golf Club of Amelia Island to the west. Unfinished leisure room on the grade level (plumbed for a bath) is ideal for storage or could be finished to create a 5th bedroom. Windows in this property replaced in 2012, HVAC in 2013, and completely repainted in 2017. 6-month minimum rental term in the Sandpiper II complex. Priced for today’s market - don’t delay! MLS# 80488

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1899 SYCAMORE LANE Own a private estate with lighted tennis court, heated pool, extensive grounds including riding arena, kids playground, and 2,500 ft. of porches to enjoy the marshfront views and tidal creek. This 7,800 square ft. house has an elaborate kitchen with multiple ovens, dishwashers, sinks, refrigerators, and 6-burner gas stove. Master bedroom with fireplace is served by multi-floor elevator. Six bedrooms include two guest suites and a children’s “family room”. Under house parking for 6 cars and storage. MLS#78518 $1,699,000

A new community grounded in Low Country design and history is springing to life on Amelia Island. A community setting higher standards for quality and detail, perched on the marshes of the Amelia River under a canopy of majestic old oaks.

A community called Riverbend. This privately gated community offers 8 marsh front lots and 25 estate lots. Centrally located in the heart of Amelia Island. Docks allowed with proper permitting.

MLS#81105 FROM $385,000

94202 CHRISTOPHER CREEK LANE

1350 S. FLETCHER AVENUE

LOT 14 SYCAMORE LANE

Enjoy the breathtaking view from this “like new” 3 bedroom waterfront home located directly on Christopher Creek. This property includes a dock, which gets 3 feet of water at low tide. The home is elevated, with convenient garage parking underneath. The rear deck offers a long-range view of Amelia Island. Conveniently located to Amelia Island, Kings Bay, Jacksonville Int’l Airport, and shops and restaurants. MLS#79740 $499,000

An excellent opportunity to own single family acreage on the beach on Amelia Island. This offering is for a 75-foot oceanfront lot, with the existing structure currently on the property removed by the closing. The existing structure is condemned and brings no value to this offering. This oceanfront lot has beautiful views of the pristine beaches of the Atlantic Ocean and gorgeous sunrises. The property is zoned for a single family home or duplex. MLS#80986 $1,375,000

A truly rare opportunity to own seven acres of beautiful marsh view property overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway located directly on Amelia Island. The amenities of this small ten-tract subdivision consist of a shared dock on a large tidal creek and a shared riding arena. This private and unique property is perfect for anyone with an interest in horses, as horses and barns are permitted for the private use of the 10 home owners. MLS#81138 $797,000

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85144 SHINNECOCK HILLS DRIVE

Over 5,000 square feet of breathtaking views and extraordinary details in Amelia Island Plantation. Enjoy your private infinity pool and spa overlooking the nature preserve, or walk to the beach. This custom Arthur Rutenberg home has a gourmet kitchen, elevator, den or home office, and 4 spacious bedrooms. The master suite has its own floor with multiple closets, whirlpool tub, and private deck. Enjoy ocean views from the top floor and breezes on the many porches. MLS#79809 $2,875,000

Enjoy country club living in this 3BR/2BA home. Large screened porch with lake and golf views. Freshly painted inside and out, ready to move in! North Hampton offers community pool, tennis, and more. Priced to sell. MLS#80160 $349,900

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94306 SUMMER BREEZE DRIVE

Beautiful 4 BR/3.5 BA home with panoramic marsh views remodeled by Donna Lynne Homes. Screened outdoor living space.

Updated kitchen opens to family room.

Separate office, master has sliders opening to deck. A must see! MLS#80923 $699,000

5011 FIRST COAST HWY, #202A Waterfront luxury at The Landings in 3BR/ 3.5 BA villa on the Intracoastal. 3 covered balconies with marsh views. Travertine floors, chef’s kitchen, floor to ceiling windows, gas fireplace, private elevator, boat slip. MLS#80961 $1,400,000

96261 PINEY ISLAND DRIVE Soaring ceilings and panoramic views of the marsh and Intracoastal. Open kitchen, hardwood floors. Two master suites, with downstairs study/ bdrm perfect for guests.

Expansive deck with spa tub, perfect for entertaining. MLS#80989 $575,000

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96090 BRADY POINT RD - $1,045,000

Distinctive water front estate in Brady Pointe Preserve. Floor plan from Artisan Homes offers spacious master, island kitchen, wood floors in main areas, tile in baths, covered patio with outdoor kitchen, a 3+ car garage, maple cabinetry, fireplace, granite countertops, galvanized metal roof, butler’’s pantry, wet bar, paver patio and walkway, and on and on. Dock permit in place. MLS#80313

77277 LUMBER CREEK BLVD - $229,500

Located at the beach and unparalleled Amelia Island neighborhood amenities. Ocean Village offers yard service, one oceanfront pool, one heated pool, 3 beach walkovers and lighted tennis courts. One of the closest homes to the beach in the neighborhood. Four bedroom home is perfect for family gatherings or multiple ofÀce space. Private wooded preservation views on quiet cul-de-sac. Gated community south of The Ritz. $659,900

AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION Resort condo near the beach. Great condo within the gated resort for personal use or investment income. Being sold turnkey with mostly new furniture. Two bedrooms and near 1,500 square feet . Convenient Àrst Áoor and near the complex pool. Each bedroom with outdoor patio. Floor plan has Áexible lock-off conÀguration. Washer and dryer.

Offered at $269,000

Like new brick home located in Yulee. 75’ wide lot with private, fully fenced rear yard overlooking a conservation area with a covered paver patio. Stainless appliances, spacious separate shower and tub in owner’s bath, 42” kitchen cabinets, finished garage, and security system. Relax and enjoy the spa on the back patio or take a dip in the community pool. So nice, come and see for yourself. MLS#81071

SAILMAKER AT SUMMER BEACH Large 3 BR end unit condo overlooking the pool. Largest Áoorplan at Sailmaker with abundance of natural light. Ocean view from master. Granite counters in kitchen and baths.

Fully furnished with washer and dryer. Upstairs bedrooms have vaulted ceilings. Bead board throughout, private entry and short walk to the beach and parking. Plenty of storage space.

Gated community just south of Ritz. Sailmaker roofs replaced 2018. Pets allowed. $479,000

85270 SAGAPONACK DRIVE - $334,900

Spacious home in golf course neighborhood of North Hampton. Close to A-Rated schools, shopping, and dining options. Home equipped with a 3 car garage, all tile or wood flooring, spacious Covered and Screened-In Lanai backing to a peaceful wooded conservation area for privacy, 3 full bathrooms, 14 foot high ceiling in family room, Granite kitchen countertops, and Fireplace. MLS#79664

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1630 1st Avenue $688,000

3014-B S Fletcher Ave $859,000

Custom home with preservation area & protected dunes on one side and ocean views on the other. The floor plan has 3BR on the main and upper levels while the lower level houses a 2BR locked off mother-in-law suite.

Kitchen flows into the great room with soaring ceilings, built-in shelving and balcony. Heart pine flooring, garage, and outdoor grilling area. MLS#81026

Live on vacation year round in this renovated, 3BR/3BA oceanfront townhome! Master suite provides incredible ocean views and custom builtin shelves and cabinets. The updated kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances and flows into dining and living room. Back door access to pool/ patio and beach walkover. 60 day minimum rentals allowed. MLS#81033

3 Marsh Hawk Road $2,595,000

8148 Residence Court $3,300,000

Designed to embody a gorgeous blend of warmth and elegant aesthetic, this estate has it all: grand entrance hall with powder, living room with stone FP, family/theatre room with bar, music room, elegant dining room, up-to-date country kitchen, service room, back staircase, and carriage house with bath.

Outdoor living area has fireplace and kitchen. MLS#81028

Home in gated Residence community offers breathtaking oceanviews. 5 BR, dining, bar with wine cooler, oceanfront terrace with summer kitchen, and chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, butler’s pantry, large center island with two Paykel dishwashers, Wolf gas range, and granite counters.

Laundry on each level. Community pool/tennis. Steps to ocean! MLS#81080

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95113 Sago Drive $599,000

1797 Indigo Street $399,000

Situated on a lake, close to the beach, this 5BR/4BA home is designed for the Florida lifestyle. Living room/library is lined with bookshelves and cabinets and opens up to lake view sunroom. Kitchen is perfect for the family chef while great room has 10ft. ceilings. The 5th BR/Bonus has a private bath and offers many possibilities. Community is gated with pool. MLS#81035

Close to schools and park! 4BR/2.5BA home features a wonderful open floor plan with neutral color palette throughout. Oversized walk-in closet and custom bath with soaking tub & separate shower in master. Kitchen with center island, granite counters, stainless appliances opens up to a large family room overlooking the fenced back yard beyond. MLS#81031

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95104 Spring Tide Lane Spectacular sunsets for your evening enjoyment overlooking the intracoastal river on Amelia Island. Private gated entry into this Mediterranean styled community is just the beginning of the luxurious appointments included in this 3 BR/4BA 3,702 SF Villa.

REDUCED $799,000 MLS# 79607

96219 Marsh Lakes Beautiful home in the majestic Marsh Lakes neighborhood developed by the Amelia Island Plantation. This 4 or 5 bedroom, 4 and one half bath home is a must see. Situated on two private lots in the back of Marsh Lakes neighborhood.

JUST LISTED $949,000 MLS# 80725

778 S. Fletcher Ave. The true definition of a Florida Beach Home, this 3BR/2BA oceanfront cottage with its 2017 complete remodel of the interior and freshened exterior is the perfect location for your family's beachside getaway or full-time home. $1,599,000 MLS# 80499

96225 PINEY ISLAND DR. Little Piney Island- Custom 5BR/3BA water/marsh front home located on Kingsley Creek with breathtaking vistas. Many custom features throughout including Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors, travertine tile. $1,100,000 MLS# 78805

42 Ocean Place Highly desirable "B" floor plan in Ocean Place at Summer Beach. This 2BR/2BA is located on the 2nd floor of the center building with fantastic views of the beach and Atlantic Ocean.

Fully furnished! REDUCED $743,000 MLS# 78672

Glenn Hancock REALTOR 904-583-7099

4020 S. Fletcher Ave. Incredible 4BR/4BA Oceanfront Home with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. This custom home offers an open floor plan with 10' ceilings and 8' doors, plantation shutters and beautiful custom trim throughout. REDUCED $2,950,000 MLS# 79354

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Marcy Mock Amelia Island ~ Nassau County Board of Realtors Top Producer Your Own Island Oasis!

Have you dreamed of living on your own island? Here is your opportunity for a dream life coastal paradise where you can keep your own yacht at your dock.

Enjoy the serenity and beauty and live a comfortable life with space for all you can imagine in this 7839 sq. ft. home. A charming guest/caretaker cottage, gated access, and a private causeway round out this one of a kind property.

MLS#79699 $2,995,000

Creekfront Beauty If you are looking for a ‘wow’ home this it! Beautiful craftsmanship and design in this recently remodeled ‘Southern Living’ style home.

Situated in a Park like setting on 3/4 acre with creek frontage and room for a pool . With over 3,600 square feet and 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, plus a spacious media room, there is space to accommodate most needs. Two adjacent creek front lots available at $115,000. MLS#81015 $675,000

Easy Care Brick Home What’s not to love about this brick home on a cul-de-sac in a quiet community. This fabulous floor plan has 4 bedrooms plus an office. You will appreciate the feel of privacy with the spacious yard with room for a swimming pool.

There is a comfortable back porch and patio for your enjoyment. The lovely interior is move-in ready and offers many upgrades. MLS#80801 $284,900

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These fabulous oceanfront condominiums are adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Located on the south end of Amelia Island, each condo features beautiful custom appointments and large square footage. The oceanfront and golf course views are incredible!

Membership to The Golf Club of Amelia Island is available.

OCEAN PLACE AT SUMMER BEACH

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

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melia Island’s inaugural “Shrimp Days of Summer” is here, and we’re planning on eating lots of local shrimp and seafood at our house this month! And what better way to take a delicious shrimp dinner—or whatever you’re serving this summer—to the next level than to pair it with a few bottles of light summer wines and spirits.

Holly Carlisle, manager at Amelia Island Wine Company, is crazy for rosé. In fact, the store carries over 40 varieties.

“Summer is the best time to drink rosé,” says Carlisle. “Rosé has become so popular now that you’ll find varieties from all over the globe, including New Zealand, Chile, France, Oregon, California, and more.”

Carlisle explains that it’s the skin of the grape that adds color to the wine, and the wines are composed of different grape varietals, such as Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah. “Although we normally equate rosé being paired with lighter dishes like seafood, many roses hold up to grilled steak and pork,” she says. “What a lot of people don’t realize is that rosé is actually a red wine.”

Bubbles are always a good start to a summer dinner, whether it’s Champagne, Prosecco, or Cava, and they pair well with appetizers or snacks. “Bocelli, made from the Prosecco grape that is indigenous to the Veneto region of Italy, has subtle flower and fruit aromas that make the palate deliciously light,” says Carlisle.

Other recommendations include Picpoul de Pinet from the coast of southwest France, a perfect wine for shellfish and light cream sauces, and Umani Ronchi Vellodoro Pecorino, produced from a little-known white grape indigenous to the 76 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE •

central-eastern Italian wine region of Abruzzo, respected for its freshness and bright acidity. And if you want to serve a wine that will be a conversation piece, try “Amelia” Brut Rose Crement de Bordeaux, a Merlot-Cabernet blend, with an aromatic and textural complexity. But if you’re a true red wine enthusiast, Carlisle recommends Pinot Noir, Grenache, and Tempranillo for summer drinking.

If you prefer your summer beverages a little stronger, Mitchell Wickless from Five Points Package Store suggests you try the new and very popular Ketel One Botanical vodkas.

“These flavored vodkas are low-carb, low-calorie, and lower proof than traditional vodka,” says Wickless. “The 60 proof varieties feature flavors like grapefruit, peach, cucumber, mint, and they can be mixed with club soda for the perfect, easy summer drink.”

Kentucky bourbons are also very trendy, according to Wickless, and he suggests Elmer T. Lee and Buffalo Trace, great on the rocks, or in cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Bourbon Lemonade.

If you like drinking your summer beverages out of a can, White Claw Hard Seltzer might be a change of pace from the usual cold beer. “White Claw is the perfect blend of seltzer water, pure alcohol, and a splash of fruit juice concentrate,” says Wickless. “It’s low-carb, gluten-free, and contains no added sugar. Plus, it’s only 100 calories per can. Premade-cocktails are also popular and convenient for summer boating and camping.”

Amelia Island Wine Company holds a complimentary wine tasting every Friday night from 5 to 7 p.m., located at 4924 First Coast Highway. Five Points Package Store is located at 212 South 8th Street.

AUGUST 2018

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Executive Director Melissa Sloper, Director of Business Development Kelli Allen, and Senior Care Counselor Yvonne Reese lead the team at The Lakeside at Amelia Island, a state-of-the-art senior living, assisted living and memory care community.

Why is The Lakeside at Amelia Island the new signature of senior living?

Kelli: The Lakeside has all of the amenities of a luxury five-star hotel, while still maintaining the feel of a friendly community. Our residents enjoy independent senior living, and our dedicated staff also offers exceptional assisted living and memory care.

We offer resort-style, luxury living on a daily basis.

Tell us about the fine dining at The Lakeside at Amelia Island.

Melissa: Food is one of our favorite ways to bring joy to people’s lives. That’s why our trained chefs prepare new menus daily. At The Lakeside, we have both fine dining and casual bistro options so our residents can enjoy delicious, home-cooked meals their way.

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What type of amenities and fun offerings does The Lakeside at Amelia Island provide?

Yvonne: There are so many great amenities and fun things to do! We offer beautiful spaces indoors and out for lifestyle and recreation. We have an on-site wellness center, high-tech fitness and therapy rooms, and even a piano bar. And there’s always something to do—events for education, wellness, music, movies, and of course, food and fun!

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