Amelia Islander - October 2011

Amelia

ISLANDER OCTOBER 2011

plus: FERNANDINA FACES • MICAH’S PLACE • BACKYARD ADVENTURE

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215 Centre Street • Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach • 261-2501

FALL/WINTER 2011 TOURS Cumberland Island Tour ~ 10:30 a.m. (2 hour tour) Cumberland Sound Tour ~ 2:30 p.m. (1 ½ hour tour) Traditional Family Sunset Tour ~ (1 hour tour) – Departure times varies seasonally Sunset/Twilight Tour ~ 7:00 p.m. (2 hour tour) – (BYOB; live local entertainment) – Departure times varies seasonally Offered Fridays and Saturdays through November 26 Interactive, Family-Friendly Eco-Tours ~ Saturdays 10 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. (2 hour tour) Onboard Marine Biologist Offered through November 19

For detailed pricing or to book online, visit:

AmeliaRiverCruises.com or call:

904-261-9972

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN Fernandina Beach

Historic Downtown 215 Centre Street Fernandina Beach, FL 3 2034

26 1-25 01 Ladies Apparel • Accessories Gifts with a Twist

Where the locals meet.

Espresso • Panini • Dessert Bar 202 Centre Street Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach (904) 277-4880 • www.lindysjewelry.com

New serving Gelato!

Come in for your sample today!

Enjoy coffee & dessert with live entertainment every Saturday night 7:30 - 9:30pm!

207 Centre Street • 321-2111 Locally owned and operated.

SHOE VISIONS

FINE FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES

Vaneli • Donald Pliner • Azura Born Crown • Cole Haan • Sofft Think • Naot • Mephisto 118 Centre St, Fernandina Beach

904-491-1245

ORIGINAL OILS • FRAMES • PRINTS METAL ART • WOOD CARVINGS MODEL PLANES & SHIPS • BALANCE TOYS NOVELTY GIFTS • HOME ACCENTS

NEW LOCATION, SAME OLD PRICES!

206 C ENTRE STREET (Across from coffee shop)

904-261-0444

Needlepoint

October Trunk Show Zecca Needlepoint 302 Ash Street 904.729.4020 www.BristlyThistle.com

Specializing in European & coastal designers. We are a fullservice design house. Design consultants are available by appointment, or come by to browse our wares and wholesale furnishings catalogs.

No. 3 S. Third St., Historic Fernandina 904.321.0367 ~ 646.416.0310 www.vignette-design.com

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AMELIA ISLAND LISTINGS AND SALES

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Pam Meyer For Professional Real Estate Services

Visit www.ameliaislandproperties.com, or email me at pammeyer@remax.net to learn more about available properties, real estate information, and Amelia Island area information.

Office: 904-261-5571 x28 Toll free: 800-940-8951 x28 Cell: 904-556-6665 www.anitacooper.com

Professional Group

303 Centre Street, Suite102, Amelia Island

904.415.0303

CENTURY 21 John T. Ferreira 500 Centre Street Amelia Island, FL 32034

30 restaurants, 58 shops, 400 years of history, and one unforgettable waterfront sunset.

Private Wealth Management.

Private Banking • Financial Planning Trusts & Estates • Retirement Investment Management

Visit 5211 South Fletcher Ave, or contact Todd Mitchell, Client Advisor, SunTrust Investment Services, Inc. at 904.491.5969.

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Nassau Diamond FINE JEWELRY

Watches • Gifts Tuesday thru Saturday 9–5 1743 S. 8th Street (Across from Compass Bank)

277-1993 www.AmeliaIslander.com

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THE TRAVEL AGENCY

POINTS LIQUOR Ruskova Russian Vodka 1.75L $15.99

Black Box 3L $14.99

IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE

CULINARY CLASSES AT SEA

SALE

10/1/11 to 10/31/11

Jim Beam 750mL $10.99

with The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island EXECUTIVE CHEF THOMAS TOLXDORF aboard Oceania’s new ship

Canadian Club 1.75L $17.99

Marina.

Sailing January 23, 2012 round trip from Miami.

Mon. – Thurs. 8am – 11pm Fri. – Sat. 8am – 12 midnight Sun. 2pm – 10pm All Major Credit Cards Accepted

For more information, email angela@thetvlagency.com.

2112 South 8th Street 1 Mile on Right Past Intracoastal Bridge A1A

1401 Park Ave., Suite A Amelia Island, FL 32034 904-261-5914 www.the-travel-agents.com

SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNTS ON MONDAYS DRIVE THRU SERVICE LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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NAVIGATING TODAY’S VOLATILE MARKETS SEMINAR Today, many people question simple buy-and-hold strategies that were nearly universally accepted in the past. We will discuss sources of volatility and its impact on portfolio results as well as how diverse investment approaches can be used to help navigate volatility.

Space is limited. Reserve your seat now!

Fresh Produce • Cut Loose Click • CMC • Tommy Bahama Santiki • Pure Handknit

Your Vera Bradley Headquarters on the Island!

Pineapple Patch 201 Centre St. • Historic District 321-2441

Nicola Nichol, CFA nichol_nicola@nlvmail.com (904) 305-2608 2338 South 8th St. • Fernandina Beach www.financialamelia.com

Thursday, November 3 at 5:30pm Friday, November 4 at 12pm Tuesday, November 8 at 12pm

Nicola Nichol is a Registered Representative and Investment Adviser Representative of Equity Services, Inc. Securities and investment advisory services are offered solely by Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, 7077 Bonneval Road, Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL 32216.

Financial Strategies of Amelia is independent of Equity Services, Inc.

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Amelia

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With so much natural beauty and wonderful

Philip Kelly Deana Basile Kelly Publishers and Editors

things to do here, it’s easy to live the good

Tom Barrett Art Director

life on Amelia—but

Mark O’Day Advertising Sales

how about living the healthy life?

Contributing Writers Dickie Anderson, Jan Davis, Jim Ewing, Nan Kavanaugh, Karen Miller, Betty Morrell, Able Rae, Peggy Stanton, Teresa Sopp, Julie Simmons

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Welcome to the annual Health and Wellness special issue of the Amelia Islander Magazine! With so much natural beauty and wonderful things to do here, it’s easy to live the good life on Amelia—but how about living the healthy life?

Maybe it is just a little bit easier to live the healthy life here, too. A friend once noticed both of us wearing sports watches and asked if we were runners. We had to stop and think about it. We only run on the beach—and when pressed, we have to admit that we’re drawn there perhaps more to enjoy the breeze, surf, and sand than to achieve any fitness goal.

One of us has a pace that most runners might consider pathetically slow, and the other is not very particular as to distance. I bet there are lots of us out there—“accidental” runners, bicyclists, hikers, kayakers, swimmers. We aren’t preparing for competitions, just finding a way to get outside and enjoy our natural environment—and get a little exercise in the meantime. Undoubtedly, our mild climate and beautiful natural setting make outdoor activities much more inviting and accessible.

Besides the blessing of natural beauty, we are remarkably blessed on Amelia Island with an annual calendar that is full of interesting and stimulating festivals, events, and other happenings. Over the years, events such as the Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival, the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, and others have become annual cover stories. Of course, enjoying our natural environment and events is predicated upon enjoying good health, and so we are happy to have added this annual Health and Wellness special issue to our editorial calendar for the third year in a row. With a growing list of medical treatments and professionals available locally and regionally, we have tapped seven local healthcare specialists to share some of their knowledge on topics that are of interest to all of us.

Also this month, in honor of domestic violence awareness month, we present an article

by Jim Mayo on Micah’s Place, Nassau County’s only domestic violence shelter. And that’s not all, we hope you enjoy in our Fernandina Faces column meeting the new managing director of Omni Hotels & Resorts at Amelia Island Plantation, Tim Digby; a backyard adventure kayaking on the Intracoastal Waterway with the Nature Center at Omni Amelia Island Plantation; a wonderful French dinner at Le Clos; 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, Bart Clark, William Raser

C O N TA C T U S Sweetpea Media, Inc. P.O. Box 16624 Fernandina Beach, Fl 32035 904-277-8012 Fax 904-277-8076 islander@ameliaislander.com www.ameliaislander.com Amelia Islander Magazine is published monthly (11 times a year - January and February is a combined issue.) All editorial contents including maps and photographs are Copyrighted 2011 Sweetpea Media, Inc. Reproduction of any material contained herein in any manner, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the express written consent of the publisher. Unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or other artwork cannot be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited materials. The cover and the magazine’s contents are fully protected and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. The Amelia Islander is distributed free of charge on and around Amelia Island. Back issues may be purchased from the publisher for $2.00 each plus postage.

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OCTOBER 2011 9 Cover Story BE HEALTHY, LIVE WELL!

Local doctors and healthcare specialists share their insight on maintaining good health in this year’s Health & Wellness Special Issue.

29 Fernandina Faces Tim Digby found his dream job as new managing director of Omni Hotels & Resorts at Amelia Island Plantation.

39 Silence Hides Violence Jim Mayo sheds light on the role that Micah’s Place volunteers have played in making sure our community does not turn a deaf ear to domestic violence.

43 Island Home

60 Backyard Adventure

A stunning home in Oak Point at Amelia Island Plantation is testament to the experience and talent of its homeowners, Queet and Max Hertweck.

Nature meets Adventure on a kayak trip on the Intracoastal Waterway with The Nature Center at Omni Amelia Island Plantation.

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OCTOBER 2011 20

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

27

Beachcombing Great shopping on Amelia Island

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Maps of the Island and downtown, with telephone numbers

30

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 An avocado tree makes a wonderful addition to our local gardens.

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Eating Scene The charming and intimate setting of Le Clos sets the tone for superb French fare and exquisite wines.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

Cover design

by Tom Barrett.

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Make Breast Care a Routine for Life Patients who have a mammogram at Southeast Georgia Health System during October will receive valuable breast care information, a free gift, and an opportunity to take a Breast Care Quiz for a chance to win a breast care awareness tote bag ďŹ lled with special gifts.

First Time Mammogrammers October 24 – 31 Patients scheduled to have their ďŹ rst mammogram during this week can receive a one-on-one consultation with our Breast Care Nurse Navigator, a tour of the Breast Care Center, special educational materials, and a gift. For more information about First Time Mammogrammers, call 1-800-537-5142, ext. 6166.

Please call your physician’s ofďŹ ce to obtain an order and schedule a mammogram.

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

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Dr. Driscoll graduated magna cum laude from Ohio State University of Medicine and Public Health. He has completed his fellowship in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at the internationally acclaimed Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. In addition to fellowship trained cornea surgery, Dr. Driscoll will be performing technically advanced state of the art cataract and refractive surgery in Fernandina Beach.

961687 Gateway Blvd.

Suite 101J Fernandina Beach www.mwmcamelia.com 261-4318

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Our future plans include additional subspecialty eye care providers. It is our ultimate goal that no patients will have to leave the Fernandina / Amelia Island area for any of their eye care needs.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Dan Driscoll to our practice.

Call 904-261-5741 to make an appointment.

6 South 14th Street • Fernandina Beach

(904) 261-5741

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be healthy, live well!

Seven local doctors and healthcare specialists share their expertise on staying healthy and feeling good.

Flu Symptoms Nothing to Sneeze At

BY WILMA ALLEN

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t is surprising how often people suffer stoically, going about their business with symptoms of colds and flu, and then end up in the hospital.

“Pneumonia is an inflammation in the lungs that makes it difficult for oxygen to get into your blood. It can have many causes, but the most common are viruses,” says John Muir, M.D., a Fernandina pulmonary specialist who treats numerous cases of pneumonia during the flu season.

When you’re fighting the flu virus, your immune system may be weakened, allowing bacterial pneumonia to develop.

This can be very serious, even fatal, particularly in the very young and in older adults. Sometimes the bacteria that cause pneumonia can attack other parts of the body. Antibiotics are useful after the fact, but some pneumonia strains have become resistant to drugs used in treatment, Muir says. That’s why vaccines are so important.

Annual flu shots are available in doctors’ offices now and are recommended for everyone 6 months and older. If you’ve reached 65, you should have an additional pneumonia vaccine. Doctors also recommend pneumonia vaccines for children under 2 and adults with chronic problems like asthma, alcoholism, COPD and diabetes—which affect the immune system.

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Pneumonia symptoms include fever, shaking chills, sharp chest and/or abdominal pain, profuse sweating, rapid breathing and pulse, shortness of breath, cough with greenish or rustcolored mucus and severe fatigue. Symptoms can appear suddenly or gradually, and, as with so many other illnesses, the earlier treatment begins the more effective it can be.

Of course, sometimes the flu is just the flu producing headaches, chills, dry cough, aches, stuffy nose, and sore throat.

If there is fever, it usually appears on the second or third day, and the flu almost never causes stomach or abdominal symptoms.

If you need a flu shot or if you suspect pneumonia, see your doctor. If you don’t have a doctor, call (904) 202-2273, or visit baptistprimarycare.net. If for some reason you still wind up with pneumonia, a quick response will lead to a quick recovery.

Wilma Allen is community relations specialist with Baptist Medical Center Nassau. For more information, call (904) 321-3500 or visit e-baptisthealth.com/nassau.

Identifying and Preventing Heart Disease

BY FARID ULLAH, M.D. FACC

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n spite of advances in treatment, Cardio-Vascular Disease continues to be the number one killer among men and women. Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) refers specifically to hardening of the coronary arteries and blockages in blood vessels to the heart, resulting in angina, heart attacks, and, ultimately, death.

The assessment of risk for future CHD is aided by a system of identifiable and quantifiable physiologic, behavioral, and genetic or historical characteristics that have been found to have positive or negative impact on the development of the disease.

Modifiable factors which increase the risk of CHD include: smoking, high total cholesterol, high LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes. It has been shown that about 90 percent of CHD patients have had exposure to at

least one of these major risk factors. The following actions can positively modify the major risk factors: Stop smoking. Smoking decreases cardio-protective HDL cholesterol. Smoking cessation increases HDL levels within 17 days and lowers overall mortality rates.

Exercise. Thirty minutes or more of moderate physical activity on five or more days a week generally leads to a 30 percent to 50 percent reduction in risk.

Develop a balanced diet. Reduction or elimination of saturated fats and trans-fatty acids, and the increase in monounsaturated fats have been found to reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol.

The combination of a good balanced diet and regular physical activity is significant in controlling obesity, which leads

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to diabetes, now considered as having a level of risk equivalent to existing CHD. Other dietary means have been recommended, particularly in increasing HDL (good cholesterol) levels. Cranberry juice and foods containing omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish or some nuts, have been shown to be effective in this For those who already have CHD, the outline of action listed above, under the supervision of a cardiologist, is particularly important. Modification of risk factors by individuals is the key to overall reduction and control of CHD. The disease can also be managed successfully with medication, invasive procedures such as stenting or bypass surgery, and with the totally non-invasive Enhanced External Counter Pulsation.

Dr. Farid Ullah is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, and is medical director of Nassau County and Fernandina Beach Fire and Rescue. He has over 40 years of experience in cardiology care. For more information, call (904) 261-6135.

Healthy Teeth Last a Lifetime

BY LAURIE KITSON, D.M.D.

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ill I be able to keep my teeth for my lifetime? This is a question dentists are frequently asked. There are several reasons why people lose teeth as they age. Most of the factors that cause tooth loss with aging are preventable. Healthy living is a choice, and keeping your teeth for your life is also a wise choice.

The first reason why people lose teeth as they age is due to gum disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that can be prevented. Smoking, genetics, oral hygiene, and frequency of professional care all have an influence on gum disease.

The best way to prevent gum disease is with good daily oral hygiene, which includes flossing, and by seeing your dental hygienist regularly for cleanings. If gum disease is detected early, treatment can be initiated to prevent tooth loss.

Decay is the second most common reason for tooth loss.

Decay is preventable with good oral hygiene and a diet low in sugar and carbohydrates. Decay is caused by certain bacteria in the mouth that feed off of the sugar and carbohydrates that we eat. The bacteria produce an acid that destroys the minerals in the surface of the tooth. Even teeth with crowns and fillings can get more decay if someone has less than ideal oral hygiene or a poor diet. Mints, chewing gum, hard candies and cough drops with sugar are bad for the teeth. Sugar drinks, like sweet tea, soft drinks, and fruit juices, are also common causes of tooth decay.

Another common cause of tooth loss in adults is due to teeth that break or fracture. Teeth at risk of breaking are those teeth with old, large silver fillings that have been in place since 12 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE • OCTOBER 2011

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adolescence. These teeth are weak due to the size of the filling.

Minimal enamel remains and the tooth lacks support when biting pressure is placed during chewing year after year. Replacement restorations can be done by your dentist to strengthen what remains of the tooth and prevent teeth from breaking.

Keeping your teeth healthy influences your ability to chew, speak, and smile. With a few simple habits, you can keep your teeth for your life, which will enhance your overall quality of life as you age.

Dr. Laurie A. Kitson is a general dentist with the Amelia Dental Group in Fernandina Beach. For more information, call (904) 261-7181 or visit www.ameliadental.com.

Advances in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

BY SCOT ACKERMAN, M.D.

Anyone who has ever come face to face with cancer will tell you it’s a startling diagnosis. However, the cancer of today is not the cancer of 20 years ago.

Improved diagnostic techniques are making cancer discoverable in the earliest stages. Great advances have been made in diagnosing cancer. The earlier the diagnosis, the easier it is to treat cancer, and the better the chance for a cure.

Advanced imaging technology like PET (Positive Emission Tomography) scans can identify cancer at its most basic level and reveal how organs and tissues are functioning. PET scans are also used to determine whether cancer has spread and how well it’s responding to treatment.

Positive Emission Mammography (PEM) utilizes the same technique to reveal the size, shape, and location of suspicious breast masses. Using PEM, physicians are able to identify breast tumors as small as a grain of rice.

Cancer treatment today is focused not just on tumor type, but also on the exact genes, proteins, and tissues affecting cancer growth. With more than 100 types of cancer, no single treatment protocol is appropriate for all. Newer monoclonal antibody drugs are used to stop the progression of specific cancers at the molecular level, and chemotherapy has advanced in other ways as well. These new drugs are less toxic, and new treatments manage the side effects of more toxic drugs more effectively.

Advances in radiation therapy enable doctors to precisely pinpoint tumors and deliver high, uniform doses of radiation directly to the site, sparing nearby organs. Damage to healthy tissue surrounding the tumor is reduced, preventing the disfigurement sometimes associated with radiation of the past.

Treatment is designed to produce the most positive outcome with the fewest side effects, both now and down the road. With the rise in cancer survival rates, the need for support programs has also increased. Palliative care programs are focused on reducing symptoms associated with cancer and cancer treatment, improving quality of life and providing support to patients and family members throughout the process.

In most cases, quality cancer care is available close to home. In the past, the technology and competency required to treat cancer patients was so complex that patients would go to academic or regional treatment centers for care. Now, the same quality of care is available in local communities, allowing patients to remain in an environment that’s more nurturing and supportive, and at a lower cost.

Dr. Scot Ackerman is a board-certified radiation oncologist with First Coast Oncology. He has practiced in North Florida for more than 20 years. His office is located at Baptist Medical Center Nassau in Fernandina Beach. For more information, call (904) 277-2700 or visit www.firstcoastoncology.com.

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Come Stay at the Beach

Every leaf speaks bliss to me me, fluttering from the autumn tree tree.

- Emily Bronte

trina turk • judith march • three dots • velvet orla kiely • susana monaco • french connection

• Right Across from the Beach • Hot & Healthy Breakfast • Private Pool • Conveniently Located near Shopping and Dining

tart • tulle • whish • ag denim • paige premium jeans tano • joe's jeans • lenora dame jewelry • alex and ani jewelry

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Toll Free (877) 263-5428 RESERVATIONS ONLINE at www.AmeliaHotel.com

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AMELIA AUDIOLOGY,LLC Don’t Miss out on Life’s Great Conversations

Patti Shelly-Lohman, Au.D. 1411 S. 14th Street, Suite F Amelia Island, FL

904-491-1515 www.AmeliaAudiology.com

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Maintaining a Healthy Weight

BY CHRISTOPHER MAHONEY, M.S.

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s much as 64 percent of the United States population is considered either overweight or obese, and, alarmingly, this percentage has increased over each of the last four decades.

On a global scale over 1 billion people, are overweight or obese.

We must do something to reduce this trend and lower the number of people who are overweight or obese.

Overweight is generally defined as having more fat in our body composition than is optimally healthy. Being overweight presents serious medical consequences also, such as hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and diabetes.

The good news is we can do something to help ourselves lose weight and improve our health. We can educate ourselves on weight loss, nutrition, and dieting. Unfortunately, when we think of these three words, we often only associate them with negative thoughts and actions. We should think of them as an educational process, an opportunity to learn and ultimately to help ourselves.

A Bariatric medical professional (physician, clinical nutritionist, CMA) are specialists that can help you with this

education on weight loss, nutrition, and dieting. These medical professionals will assist you every step of the way, from an initial evaluation to the design, implementation, and medical supervision of a weight loss program designed specifically for your needs. These medical professionals have the specialized education and experience to employ a successful treatment philosophy that combines an individualized dietary regimen with education and counseling in three fundamental areas: nutrition, behavior modification, and physical activity. The goal of such a program is to help the patient achieve weight management success and improved health by learning a new lifestyle.

Utilizing good eating habits and available support can help each of us lose weight and improve our health, reversing the dangerous trend of obesity in our community and our world.

Christopher Mahoney is the director of clinical nutrition with Medical Weight Management Clinics. Visit them on the web at www.mwmcamelia.com or call (904) 261-4318.

Can LASIK Work for Me?

BY DAN DRISCOLL, M.D.

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ASIK stands for laser in situ keratomileusis, which means using a laser underneath a corneal flap (in situ) to reshape the cornea (keratomileusis). LASIK is currently one of the most frequently performed elective procedures in the U.S. This highly effective outpatient procedure utilizes a highly specialized laser designed to treat refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism), improve vision, and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. This laser procedure uses a cool beam of light to gently reshape the front surface (cornea) of your eye. This is done by creating a corneal flap on the surface of the eye, which is peeled back to allow the laser to begin reshaping.

Custom LASIK surgery, also known as wavefront LASIK surgery, is an alternative to conventional LASIK procedures.

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Southern Heart Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. George Le-Bert, DO. The expansion of our cardiovascular team reflects Southern Heart Group’s ongoing dedication to fully serve the communities of Northeast Florida.

Dr. Le-Bert is dedicated to his patients and to achieving the best possible outcome for each person entrusted to his care. He is known for his friendly, compassionate manner and his energetic approach towards patient care. Dr. Le-Bert has exceptional training and joins us from Mount Sinai Medical Center where he was chosen as Intern of the Year and Chief Cardiology Fellow. Dr. Le-Bert will undoubtedly make an invaluable addition to our team.

Please join us as we welcome him to the Fernandina Beach area and to the Southern Heart Group team.

• Southern Heart Group physicians have been named among “Jacksonville’s Top Docs”, and “America’s Top Physicians” according to the Consumer Research Council of America.

• “Northeast Florida’s Best in Cardiology Care” – Folio Weekly • Healthgrades 5 Star Rating

Dr. Le-Bert is accepting new patients at our Fernandina Beach Location where he will practice full-time.

CALL OUR OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. 1340 South 18th Street, Suite 202 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (904) 261-9786 • www.southernheartgroup.com

Holly Allain PHOTOGRAPHY Specializing in Weddings, Family and Childrens Portraiture Fernandina Beach • 904-491-0378 www.hollyallain.com

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It essentially takes LASIK a step further by adding the ability to correct visual aberrations in the eye to achieve maximum visual acuity. Visual acuity is defined as the ability to identify small objects clearly at a distance. Perfect visual acuity is often described as 20/20, but custom LASIK procedures can now improve visual acuity to levels which are often 20/20 or better.

Custom wavefront LASIK surgery uses computerguided technology to take measurements of your eye’s unique signature or “fingerprint”. After this map is created, it serves as the guide for the laser in re-shaping the cornea. The results are surprisingly precise, and vision correction outcomes are more accurate than any other type of vision correction surgery because it is essentially customized for your particular eyes.

Custom LASIK surgery cannot only improve your visual acuity dramatically, but it can also improve how well you see in terms of contrasts, colors, and fine detail. This also means that there is a reduced risk of LASIK surgery complications common to traditional procedures, including glare, halos, and decreased night vision.

If you are over the age of 18, have no history of eye disease, scarring, or infection and have the appropriate corneal thickness, you may likely qualify for Custom LASIK surgery. People with mild to moderate myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism are generally the best candidates.

Dr. Dan Driscoll is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained corneal/cataract surgeon with Coastal Vision Center. For more information, call (904) 261-5741.

Finding the Magic Pill

BY JIM MARINO, P.T.

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eel better, look better, and stay healthy. Have more energy, lower cholesterol, control diabetes, increase circulation, control weight, increase strength, and reduce stress.

Who doesn’t want that, right? If you could just swallow a pill and it was simple, quick and easy, everyone would run straight to the pharmacy. Well, it’s not quite that easy, but there is a “medication”, a “pill,” if you will, and it can be fun and easy, and you can enjoy some of its benefits right away. It’s called physical activity—exercise.

So why is this pill so hard to swallow? A Physical Therapy Journal article has addressed exercise adherence in older adults, and the researchers have identified a variety of determining factors. Some factors that increase adherence are called motivators, whereas others decrease adherence and are called barriers. They concluded that older adults that adhered to exercise were characterized by an inner motivation to exercise, were capable of controlling their own behavior (self-efficacy), recognized the benefits of exercise (outcome expectation), had the ability to set specific activity-related goals, and enjoyed walking or exercise.

Barriers shown to decrease adherence to exercise include insufficient time, lack of social support, no place to exercise,

no transportation to an exercise site, and insufficient money to either buy exercise equipment or join an exercise facility. Fear of falling and fear of injury while exercising are also significant barriers. Finally, researchers have found that increased stress, depression, increased age, decreased health status, and lack of enjoyment while exercising are associated with poor adherence.

Your own barriers may be surfacing from simply hearing the word exercise, but don’t worry. Exercise can be something as easy as trying to move more, doing more light household activities, taking a break from your workplace to stretch, walking before lunch, or climbing a flight of stairs instead of taking the elevator.

For others, increased physical activity may include starting a short walking or biking program a few minutes a day, progressing slowly over time, or doing yoga, Pilates, weightlifting, or aerobics at home or transitioning to a structured supervised program.

Exercise isn’t really a big “pill” to swallow; just start with small doses and before long you will be enjoying the benefits of exercise.

Jim Marino is the CEO of Nassau Physical Therapy.

For more information on beginning a more active lifestyle, call Nassau Physical Therapy at (904) 277-4449 or visit www.nassaupt.com.

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WAAS DRUG STORE “For Over 100 Years”

Starting at $99.

Your Health Is Our Concern Crutches ~ Wheelchairs Compression Hosiery Commode Chairs ~ Walkers Jimmy Parker, RPH 1551 S. 14th Street Fernandina Beach

261-3171

Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach • www.robisonjewelry.com • 904.261.3635

WE BUY GOLD • WE CONSIGN & SELL ESTATE JEWELRY

Featuring: Regatta Outdoors Ellesse Golf & Tennis Moving Comfort Reebok Swim Island Company Danskin Goddess Yoga Wear Nautica Seawaves Christina Liquid Mountain and much more...

Harris Teeter Shopping Center 4800 First Coast Hwy, Ste 220 • Amelia Island, FL 32034

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THE TRAVEL AGENCY’S SECOND ANNUAL LUXURY TRAVEL SHOW

“MEET THE FARMERS” AT CAFÉ 4750 The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island will be hosting “Meet the Farmers – Fall Harvest,” a unique opportunity to meet several area farmers, growers, and seafood providers at the resort’s Café 4750. These seasonal events, organized by Executive Chef Thomas Tolxdorf, highlight The Ritz-Carlton’s partnerships with farmers, fisheries, and dairies that embrace a philosophy of sustainability. “It’s about working in harmony with nature, not trying to outsmart it,” said Lee Jones, owner of The Chef’s Garden, a family farm in Huron, Ohio, at a Meet the Farmers event in April. Traditional farming methods maximize nutrition and taste, utilizing sustainable methods, to create produce that is safe for the consumer, the community, and the environment. “The Ritz-Carlton was one of the first groups to embrace that philosophy, years before it started to become popular,” added Jones.

The “Meet the Farmers” event is an opportunity to mingle with some of these farmers, while sampling some of their produce, artisanal meats, and cheeses. Chef Garrett Gooch has created an exquisite menu for the occasion, including an appetizer buffet, passed hors d’oeuvres, local fish, meat, and vegetables. The event takes place Friday, October 7 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (904) 277-1100.

On Friday, November 4, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., The Travel Agency’s annual travel show will take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Twentysix prestigious travel suppliers will join with travelers at the travel show to answer their questions and share the latest travel options. Attendees will have the opportunity to attend 20 minute private presentations by suppliers, as well as to speak one-on-one with travel experts. Representatives will be available from Regent Seven Seas, Micato Safaris, Tauck World Discovery Tours, Viking River Cruises, Canyon Ranch Spas and many more.

A $10 per person donation will be collected at the door, or may be prepaid by mailing your check to The Travel Agency for expedited entry to the show. All monies go directly to the Nassau County Boys and Girls Clubs’ fund for their new Fernandina Beach club building. A $1.00 donation per attendee will be made

by The Travel Agency to R.A.I.N., as well. To attend, please RSVP by phone at (904) 261-5914, or by email to angela@thetvlagency.com. Show attendees will also receive refreshments, door prizes, special promotions, and more! For all the latest information, go to www.the-travel-agents.com and click on the banner “Test Drive the World.”

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS HOLDS 16TH ANNUAL REGGIE HUNT MEMORIAL GOLF CLASSIC Presented by the Nassau County Sheriff’s office, the Golf Classic will take place at The Golf Club at North Hampton on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. Participants tee off at noon to a shotgun start. There will also be a box lunch, refreshments, and a prime rib dinner. Prizes are awarded to the participants who raise the most money and to the winners of hole prizes. There will also be a hole-in-one contest, with the opportunity to win a Jeep provided by Rick Keffer.

The tournament is held annually in memory of Reggie Hunt, a former Fernandina High School student athlete and a six-year participant in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nassau County program, who died tragically as a teenager in an accident in August, 1996. Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest and most successful mentoring organization in the world. Results show that critical issues affecting our community, such as violence and high school dropout rates, are positively impacted. All proceeds will benefit this worthy cause. To register, contact Tom Oden at (904) 261-9500 or by e-mail at toden@bbbsnefl.org.

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SHOE VISIONS FINE FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES

Fashion for your style, comfort for your life.

The Spa & Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation

904-277-0909

CHEERS

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904-491-1245

A Real Bakery, A Fun Boutique All Under One Woof!!

HORSE RANCH

Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique Mon. - Fri.10am - 5:30pm • Sat.10am - 4pm Sun.12:30 - 4pm 809 South 8th Street • Amelia Island, FL 32034 • 904-321-0020 • 800-693-1315 www.redbonesbakery.com

Hope Chest Foundation

BENEFIT RIDE

November 20 • 11am Deep Creek Plantation $25 per rider • $5 BBQ Lunch

Info & RSVP: (904) 753-1701 Visit our website for info on riding classes

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Amelia

LIQUORS & Fine Wines

SINCE 1985

Island’s Best Selection of Spirits Cellar Selection Wines • Handmade Cigars Extensive selection of single malt scotch, single barrel bourbons, specialty tequilas, and exotic rums.

Senior Citizen Monday Discount Locally Owned & Operated

96841 Blackrock Rd. • Yulee, FL 32097

Next to HARRIS TEETER

Next to PUBLIX

(904) 277-7047

261-7701

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AMELIA ISLAND ANTIQUES 5210 First Coast Hwy • 321-1314

GALLERIES

a n t& iques

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

WILLIAM MAURER ~ MAURER FINE ART

CASABLANCA 2188 Sadler Road • 415-1540 D’AGNESE CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY 205 1/2 Centre St. • 261-6044 or 556-2014 EILEEN’S ART & ANTIQUES CENTRE 702 Centre St. • 277-2717 FIRST COAST COMMUNITY BANK GALLERY 1750 South 14th St., 2nd floor • 277-5290 FRENCH MARKET ANTIQUES 203 Centre Street • 491-0707 GALLERY C 218-B Ash Street • 583-4676

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illiam Maurer is well known locally for his watercolors depicting the charming streets, buildings, and boat scenes of Fernandina Beach.

His book, Sketches of Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach, is a favorite coffee table book for locals, as well as visitors who want to bring home Maurer’s artwork as a beautiful souvenir of their visit to the island.

If you’ve noticed a strong architectural bent to his watercolors and drawings, there is good reason. Maurer started his career as an architect, training at Pratt Institute in New York, at the Ecole Superieure des Beaux Arts in Paris, and later receiving a Master’s Degree in architecture from Harvard University. For a decade, Maurer worked as an architect throughout North Africa, based out of Morocco.

Maurer is also well known locally for his annual workshops. Starting in September and continuing through winter and spring, Maurer offers workshops on Amelia Island. During the summer, Maurer returns to France where he paints and offers more workshops

there. The painting shown above was painted in the village of Gigondas, in the region of Provence, France. “In a workshop in Provence, we stopped at Gigondas, a village celebrated for its wine,” explains Maurer. “My folding stool and paint-box for 45 minutes gave me this vineyard and farm house. What a delightful day and rewarding souvenir!”

“Since my youth I have been going back and forth to France every year,” continues Maurer. “After becoming a full-time artist I began to be fascinated and devoted to painting the quaint old villages in the countryside. At one point in my life, I made a small living painting at quay-side in Honfleur, Normandy, and Paris.”

William Maurer exhibits his paintings locally at The Loop Restaurant, as well as Eight Flags Antiques and Amelia Island Coffee, both in downtown Fernandina Beach. For more information, call (904) 261-8276. To learn about drop-in classes or workshops on Amelia Island, visit www.maurerfineart.com and click on calendar.

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HUNT’S ART & ARTIFACT GALLERY 361 Centre St. • 261-8225 ISLAND ART ASSOCIATION COOPERATIVE GALLERY 18 North 2nd St. • 261-7020 LA TORRE’S GALLERY & GIFTS 206 Centre Street • 261-0444 MEAD’S FRAMERY & TROPHY Corner of A1A & Hwy 17 • 225-2195 THE PLANTATION SHOP 4828 First Coast Hwy • 261-2030 TRAILER PARK COLLECTIBLES 702 Centre Street • 491-4461 TRISH’S SLIGHTLY OFF CENTRE 218C Ash St. • 277-1147 WATERWHEEL GALLERY 5047 First Coast Hwy • 261-2535

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galleries & antiques

Maurer Fine Art 18 North 2nd Street Voted “Best of the Best Gallery” 2011 A co-op of 50 local artists show their paintings, pottery, jewelry, glass art, fiber art and more in our newly renovated gallery.

For more information and a complete list of events and art classes in our New Art Education Center, visit www.islandart.org or call 904-261-7020.

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

(904) 261-8276 www.MaurerFineArt.com

MEAD’S

FRAMERY & TROPHY STORE

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

225-2195 Corner of A1A & Hwy 17 • Yulee

HWY 17

CAROLINE BLOCHLINGER

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

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Art Workshops

by Nationally Recognized Artists

Elizabeth St. Hilliare Nelson ~ paper collage October 7-9 Ken Austin ~ watercolor October 16-19

Gallery

F I N E A RT 5210 First Coast Highway (Between Harris Teeter & Amelia Island Plantation)

Call 904-491-8040 to register.

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

hours mon.- sat. 10 - 5; sun. 1- 5

ROWESVILLE COTTAGES ON SADLER (Next to Amelia’s Attic)

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gallery & working studios

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904-415-1540

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in the neighborhood

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PHOTO BY KATRIN BELL

L-R: Philip Standifer, Ellen Lupone, Janice Colson, Carolyn Carr, Robyn Branch, Barb Lavin, and Ryan Hampton

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warded the 2008, 2009, and 2010 “Best of the Best” Consignment Store from the News-Leader, Fifi’s specializes in authentic designer handbags, and a variety of women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Owner Jessica Miller says it’s about recycling at its finest, savvy shopping, and cheap chic.

With a B.S. in fashion merchandising, years of experience in product development, and a love of clothes and serving others, Jessica bought Fifi’s in 2004 and got right to work. “I added new jewelry and accessories and NWT (New With Tag) boutique items,” says Jessica. “I really wanted the store to be a place where under-loved items get the chance to be recycled. The earth wins (more being recycled and less in landfills), the consignor wins some money, and the customer wins great value and bargains.”

Most importantly, Jessica loves how Fifi’s allows her to be involved in the island community. “Our consignors and customers become our friends; we share in their challenges, their victories, their losses,” she says. “Sometimes they come in just for a Grandma cookie, a smile, or a hug—and that really makes our day! God’s light and love shines at Fifi’s.”

“We also enjoy supporting Gerri’s Corner, Hope House/ Salvation Army, Barnabas, and Micah’s Place. Helping the people who live in or visit our community is the most satisfying part of my business.” For “a boutique atmosphere and thrift store prices,” visit the store at 1853 S. Eighth Street, or go to www.fifisameliaisland.com, Facebook at Fifis.Amelia, or Twitter as ResaleRocks.

tarting in October, Barbara Lavin and Robyn Branch— creators of Absolute Fabrics and Home—are teaming up with Carolyn Carr, formerly owner of Vessel, to rename their store InsideOut Home and Garden. Robyn and Barbara are well known for presenting a gallery of unique furnishings and accessories with a chic, modern appeal, as well as their love of mixing and matching modern and traditional pieces. Now they will be extending that love of beautifully creative environments to outdoor spaces.

In 2004, Carolyn opened her first store on Amelia, providing beautiful hand-made Chinese pottery—pots, urns, and vases with high-gloss glazes that make dramatic focal points and can be turned into beautiful fountains. It’s a great fit for the store’s vision of creative interior and exterior décor that emphasizes high quality and superior design values. To that end, InsideOut Home and Garden has a core group of talented artisans and artists, including Denise Murphy and Ann Kemp, artists who work in photography and glass; John Votel, a talented painter who creates trompe l’oeil and faux paintings; and Philip Standifer, a professional horticulturalist. “We have such a wonderful core of talented people here,” says Robyn.

“It’s a fun team and we have a wonderfully creative synergy.”

To see the new collections—and learn more—stop by the store at 1027 South Eighth St., call (904)-491-1199, or go to www.insideouthomeandgarden.com. Don’t miss their opening and art show on October 14 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Fifi’s Fine Resale

PHOTO BY WILLIAM RASER

InsideOut Home and Garden

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

NOW OPEN! lunch ~ tues - sat 11:30 - 2 lunch/brunch ~ sun 10:30 - 2 happy hour ~ tues - sat 4 - 6 dinner ~ tues - sat 5:30 - 10

Clothing - Jewelry - Accessories Shoes - Handbags - Gifts

select wines / craft beers

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

904.261.0940

local artisan cheeses & charcuterie saketini’s / american bistro cuisine alfresco dining / private dining 4924 ½rst coast hwy 904.310.6620 www.barzin-bistro-winebar.com palmetto walk shopping village

904.310.9351 Mon-Sat 10-5 • Sun 11-5

OPEN FOR LUNCH Tue – Fri 10am – 3pm DINNER Wed – Sat 6 – 9pm

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An island tradition for over 30 years.

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See Yourself in the Arts at Amelia Arts Academy

The cool and casual style of Tommy Bahama has never looked so inviting!

As Nassau County’s only certified non-profit Community School of the Arts (one of only four in Florida), Amelia Arts Academy has provided the highest quality music and visual arts

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1992.

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mission is to provide education in the arts at affordable rates to everyone regardless of age, financial means or level of ability.

We offer scholarships to children as well as tuition assistance to those in need.

INTERIOR DECORATING • ANTIQUES • HOME FURNISHINGS ACCESSORIES • AREA RUGS • BED LINENS • FINE BEDDING

1112 South 14th Street •Amelia Island 904.261.6333 • www.lottsfurniture.com

For information on our programs, visit www.AmeliaArtsAcademy.org or call (904)277-1225

the art of S I L V E R Beautiful and treasured in every form.

Spring to Summer and the whole year through.

Repairs • Appraisals • GIA Graduate Gemologist (904) 277-4910 Sadler Crossing • 1472 Sadler Road (next to Starbucks)

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beach combing Lucky Charm This Alex and Ani signature vintage-inspired initial charm bracelet is handcrafted from recycled brass.

Alex and Ani’s patented expandable wire bangle (shown in “Russian Gold”; also available in “Russian Silver”), allows the wearer to adjust the bangle for a perfect fit. Wear alone or mix and match with other styles for a custom look. The bracelet sells for $24 and is available at Harper Rose, 812 Sadler Road.

(904) 277-6829.

Fan Fashion Find your favorite college team-wear—or Jaguars’ gear—for both men and women at TA Sports, located at the Gateway to Amelia, (904) 261-1105, like these women’s vintage shirts ($24.99) and men’s Nike sideline polos ($45.99).

Comfy “Cushe!”

Red Otter Outfitters, located at 1012 Atlantic Ave. and now at The Shops of Amelia Island Plantation, (904) 206-4122, now carries Cushe! men’s and women’s sandals, featuring the perfect combination of style and comfort. Made with full grain leather and cushioned footbeds, this brand lives up to its name! The Sierra sandal offers the latest style with amazing comfort. Men’s Manuka slide offers laidback comfort and style. Prices range from $50 to $80.

Elegant Entertaining InsideOut Home and Garden, 1027 S. 8th St., (904) 491-1199, offers home furnishings and accessories with an emphasis on high quality and superior design, like this bar cart by Roberta Schilling. It is handmade in Brazil from aluminum and painted teal glass and makes a stunning statement at cocktail hour, or anytime ($2,013).

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Trailer Park Collectibles

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Classic Rock for the Common Man.

RICHARD SASSER ARCHITECT Commercial ~ Institutional Residential ~ Historic Preservation Visit www.wras.com.

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tim

digby

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im Digby really wanted the job as the new managing director of Omni Hotels & Resorts at Amelia Island Plantation. He describes the new position as coming along at just the right time in his life. He even applied for and accepted the post sight unseen, never having visited the island at all!

Now it’s not that Digby hadn’t heard of Amelia Island Plantation. He had been very aware of the resort when he was director of sales and marketing for the Marriott Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra, which viewed the Plantation as its chief competitor. Yet he had only viewed the resort over the Internet.

With a 28-year career with Marriott, as well as his short stint as manager of Indian River Plantation in Stuart—a smaller but very similar complex—he was well prepared to take the helm at the new Omni Amelia Island Plantation.

Yet, more than anything, it was the lifestyle change that made Digby seek the job. He and his wife, Gail, had spent 20 years in the South during Tim’s career and they loved the Southern pace and way of life. When the position at Omni became available, his was working as Senior Vice-President of Operations for HEI Hotels and Resorts, traveling around the country from Monday through Friday and managing ten hotels. He and Gail were living in Connecticut, while their son, Kyle, a University of Virginia graduate, was embarking on his graduate degree in engineering from Georgia Tech. The only one at home was their golden retriever, Mickey. Of course, it just so happened that the last three winters in Connecticut had been the coldest on record.

They were definitely ready to come back south!

When Bob Rowling, Omni’s owner, won the bid to buy the bankrupt Amelia Island Plantation, Digby contacted the president of Omni Corporation, Mike Dietemeyer, whom he knew from the past, and put his hat in the ring. Digby was appointed managing director last October, and he and Gail were happily able to move south again, and now are even happier that the move was to Amelia Island.

Digby is excited about the plans for the future of the Omni Resort here. The company is spending more than $70 million to upgrade the complex. They are adding to the hotel no fewer than 155 oceanfront rooms; the Beach Club will be enhanced with an infinity-edge pool; the lobby bar will be glass from floor to ceiling to emphasize the views; and the Conference Center will be expanded by 16,500 square feet to a total 62,000 square feet, to accommodate even larger conventions. Besides these impressive improvements, they are contemplating even more in the future.

When asked about what has surprised Digby most about his new position, Digby quickly comments on the quality of the people. “The staff of 700 associates was top-notch,” he says, and he also felt that, for a bankrupt company, the Plantation had been maintained very well.

Omni Hotels and Resorts sees Amelia Island Plantation as a “purchase of passion,” as Digby calls it. “It was a legacy-buy that will be in the Omni portfolio for many years.” Tim and Gail Digby also plan to be here for many years, and Gail is busy supervising construction of their new home. Tim Digby has found his dream job, jumping in with an excitement and vitality that is well suited to Omni’s “purchase of passion.”

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

OCTOBER 1, 6-9, 13-15

“The Seven Year Itch” at Amelia Community Theatre When his children and wife of seven years flee Manhattan’s summer heat on vacation, a middleaged publisher fantasizes about starting life anew with the dizzy blonde actress in the apartment above him (a role immortalized by Marilyn Monroe in the film). At 8 p.m. October 1, 6–8, 13–15; and 2 p.m. on October 9. Purchase tickets ($20 adult, $10 student) online at www. ameliacommunitytheatre.org or call the box office from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, at (904) 261-6749.

OCTOBER 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

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

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

OCTOBER 2 - 9

Amelia Island Jazz Festival The Amelia Island Jazz Festival will once again light up the island with a week-long series of events celebrating the diverse all-American art form, jazz. Under the creative direction of renowned jazz drummer and bandleader, Les DeMerle, the festival will feature world-class jazz artists in a wide variety of styles including Dixieland, Smooth Jazz, Bebop, Big Band, Blues, Latin and more at St. Peter’s Church Courtyard and several other charming venues on beautiful Amelia Island. For more information, call (904) 504-4772 or visit ameliaislandjazzfestival.com.

OCTOBER 7

Meet the Farmers at Café 4750 The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island will be hosting Meet the Farmers – Fall Harvest, a unique opportunity to meet several area farmers, growers and seafood providers at the resort’s Café 4750.

Chef Garrett Gooch has created an exquisite menu for the occasion, including an appetizer buffet, passed hors d’oeuvres, local fish, meat and vegetables. The event takes place Friday, October 7 at 6:30 p.m. Call (904) 277-1100 for additional information.

This free community concert is held the First Friday of each month from March through October in the historic downtown on Centre Street between 2nd & Front from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call (904) 277-0717.

OCTOBER 8

Fair Trade Market The Fair Trade Market, sponsored by the First Presbyterian Women of Fernandina Beach, is coming again to The Anchor, at the corner of 6 and Centre streets in downtown Fernandina Beach from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handmade gifts including baskets, pottery, jewelry, Christmas items, scarves, metalcraft, and coffee. Proceeds go directly to the women who created the handicrafts. A great opportunity to begin your Christmas shopping!

OCTOBER 8

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

OCTOBER 8 – 16

Passport to Palmetto Walk Palmetto Walk Shopping Village located just south of the Harris Teeter Shopping Center is hosting a “Passport to Palmetto Walk” promotion. Visit each store and enter to win 11 fabulous giveaways. No purchase necessary.

Prizes include dinner for two at Horizon’s, $200 gift certificate to The Plantation Shops, $100 gift certificate to Fern Lily, and many more great prizes. For more information, visit www.palmettowalk.com.

OCTOBER 13

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

Begins at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (904) 305-2608.

OCTOBER 14

Fusion Art Show and Unveiling Join InsideOut Home and Garden for a show featuring two fabulous new artists, Denise Murphy and Ann Kemp, who produce incredible photos and glass creations. Also exhibiting are painter extraordinaire John Votel, as well as their new “garden muse” Carolyn Carr, creator of the max outdoor ambient space. Find out what is missing in your world! 5 to 7 p.m.

For more information, call (904) 491-1199.

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Denny Wong Designer Jewelry Event Award-winning jewelry designs by Hawaiian artist Denny Wong will be on display and for sale at a two-day event at Amelia’s Fine Jewelry, 317 Centre St., in downtown Fernandina Beach. Each piece is crafted as a piece of art. Popular pieces featured are tropical flowers, pearls, dolphins, a baby hatching turtle in 14 karet gold. Come enjoy these pieces and special sales pricing during the event. For more information, call (904) 277-0665 or email ameliasfinejewelry@hotmail.com.

OCTOBER 15

AmeliaMan Olympic Triathlon This is an Olympic Distance Triathlon event consisting of a .93 Mile Swim, 24.7 Mile Bike, and a 6.2 Mile Run that takes place on Amelia Island. Come out and compete, volunteer, or cheer! For more information, call (352) 637-2475, or visit www.ameliaman.com.

OCTOBER 21

Third on 3rd

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

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

OCTOBER 28

Book Signing at The Plantation Shop Georgia native and “organic” Southerner, James Farmer, was raised where “farm to table” was a lifestyle before it became popular. Farmer brings a unique blend of passion to cooking, gardening, design, and architecture. His new book A Time to Plant encompasses gardening and entertaining with passion and simplicity. Book signing from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call (904) 261-2030.

OCTOBER 28

Bull Dog Tail Gate Party at The Shops at Amelia Island Plantation A fun-filled Georgia/Florida Pre-Game Day Party at the Shops! This event is free for all ages.

Children’s games, activites and contests will be on-site. Food stations, specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. 4 to 7 p.m. the Karl Davis Blues Band will be center stage. 7 to 10 p.m. the Decades rock cover band will take over for your listening enjoyment. 10 to 1 p.m. the fun continues at the Falcon’s Nest for the after party. For more information, email aipmktg@omnihotels.com.

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AT THE “HOMETOWN HEROES LUNCH” AT SAVANNAH GRAND

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Micah’s Place founders and volunteers refuse to be silent about those who suffer from domestic violence.

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undreds of people were killed in New York City in 1964. One death still resonates with meaning nearly a half century later: the girl left to die by her neighbors. Kitty Genovese was a hard working girl, a real New Yorker, who managed a neighborhood bar five minutes from her apartment in Queens. Her job required her to come home late at night— actually very early in the morning. Although nervous, she didn’t worry terribly. She could park close to her apartment, and it was a nice working class neighborhood. One night in March her luck ran out. A sadistic killer was waiting as she parked her car. Leaping on her back in the middle of the street, he began to stab her and she began to scream. No one came. Lights came on; someone yelled and the killer ran. Kitty pulled herself to the door, but, disoriented, she did not unlock it and go in. No one called the police. No one came—except for the killer, who returned to attack her again. Once again, she screamed, and he ran. Kitty made her way to a back entrance and collapsed.

The killer returned one more time, and this time Kitty died.

Finally, someone called the police. Kitty’s neighbors believed they did not have to help her because someone else would. One neighbor even said that he did not call the police because he believed they had probably received hundreds of calls.

Domestic violence can be a quiet crime. No one but those who live in the household may know about it. The first advocates for Micah’s Place heard the screams. We now have a shelter in Nassau County because that determined group of mostly women would not assume that someone else would take care of this problem. The earliest advocates were from the justice system. Critical assistance came from the office of the clerk of the court and the sheriff’s office. In order for a shelter to become a reality, however, individuals from all over the county needed to respond. The response was amazing. With a county donation of land and other in-kind services from county professionals, as well as hundreds of volunteer hours, augmented by a successful capital campaign, the shelter became a reality. We did not say, “Someone else will do it.”

Micah’s Place has endured and served hundreds of women and their children because these same people and others

Jim Mayo is joined by his Rotary Club friends, who volunteered to spruce up the outside of the shelter.

continue to step up. Operating a domestic shelter is expensive and could not be sustained without continued support. I wish I could say that the scourge of domestic violence has been eliminated from Nassau County. Unfortunately, the services of Micah’s Place are needed today more than ever. I am proud to say I live in Nassau County because people here refuse to sit and wait for someone else to hear the screams.

Micah’s Place, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the only certified domestic violence center serving the residents of Nassau County. Micah’s Place offers safe emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, outreach programs, including legal advocacy and community education programs. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To help stop the cycle of violence, call Micah’s Place at (904) 491-6364 or visit www.micahsplace.org. If you or someone you know is being abused, call the 24-hour hotline (800) 500-1119.

Jim Mayo is president of Baptist Medical Center Nassau and former president of the board of directors for Micah’s Place.

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the edible garden If you love guacamole, then consider two varieties of avocado that can be grown in Northeast Florida

BY BETTY MORRELL

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ow this is what I call gardening weather! The cooler evenings, crisp mornings, and milder days beckon us outside again. Fall is arriving, with its pretty mums in an array of colors. From vibrant yellows to crispy cool bronze, from pure white to soft lavender, and from blush pinks to deep burgundy, mums offer great variety, as well as hardiness.

Nearly everyone loves avocados. Two types are available in our supermarkets: the Haas and the Florida. Although neither one of these delicious avocados are hardy for our area, there are two that are cold-tolerant and will not only survive our winters, but will supply you with lots of healthy, delicious fruit.

Avocados are considered a tropical fruit, grown commercially in California, Mexico, and southernmost Florida, near Homestead. Varieties discovered in the mountains of Mexico, however, have considerable cold resistance, and will survive temperatures into the low 20›s, especially if grown in a protected location. The two types that have the best taste are the Brogdon and the Lula.

These avocado trees bloom in late winter. The fruit ripens from

TIP O F T HE M O N T H To keep avocado trees warm during a freeze, you can use a strings of lights, or mulch the ground up high around the trunk of the plant.

You should also water well for two to three days before a hard freeze. With great care and following all safety instructions, a small Coleman heater can be used.

summer into winter, depending on the variety. Most varieties will produce some fruit if grown alone, but production will be much heavier when two or more varieties are planted. All Avocado trees require good drainage, as the trees have a shallow root system, and constantly wet soil will rot the roots. In the absence of rainfall, irrigate lightly and frequently enough to keep the soil moist, but not wet. Mulching is helpful, and the tree’s own fallen leaves can supply the mulch.

The planting site should be chosen with cold protection in mind.

When planting avocados, consider that most varieties will eventually grow quite large—to 40 feet tall—and produce dense shade. For this reason, they should be planted no closer than eight

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to ten feet from the house. If you don’t need a large tree in your landscape, these avocado trees also take well to containers.

Both the Brogdon and Lula are self-pollinating. The Lula matures in October and the fruit stores well on the tree into January or February. The Brogdon is easily identified by its thin dark purple skin and large size. Fruit is harvested September through November and is an excellent choice for guacamole.

The avocado is a climacteric fruit, which means the fruit matures on the tree, but ripens off the tree. Avocados must be mature to ripen properly. Once picked, avocados ripen in a few days at room temperature. They will ripen even faster if stored with other fruits, such as apples or bananas, because of the influence of ethylene gas.

As a follow-up to last month’s column, I wanted to share that the new Arbequina olive trees have arrived in our area. They are smaller, less expensive, and already have fruit on them. As always you can e-mail your questions to me at bamorrell@aol.com and visit our website at www.inthegardenwithbetty.com. In the meantime, Happy Gardening!

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Above: The entry courtyard is dramatized by a large bronze statue the Hertwecks brought from Kentucky.

ueet and Max Hertweck can’t remember exactly how many houses they have built together. Their fingers stop ticking them off when they reach around 11 or 12, but it is enough to let you know quickly that they are experienced and competent in the business of building a new home. Moving because of career opportunities, each house they built became part of their learning experience. Their favorite architectural style evolved into a French Country style that has been adapted into both large and small homes, representative of the different times in their lives. That style has also worked well as a stage for a vast collection of antiques they have amassed through the years.

Their home at Oak Point in Amelia Island Plantation is a perfect example of precision and know-how in house building. John Cotner was the architect, and Max served as general contractor, working with Russell Tomasini. The finished product is an elegant yet comfortable home— with a country cottage feel.

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Max started out his career as a young news photographer. He met Queet when he was working in Columbus, GA, and came to photograph the CEO of a company for which she was working. He later entered the corporate world, becoming vice president of a cable TV franchise, first in Columbus and later in Lexington, Kentucky, where he was assigned to oversee the construction of the cable systems and subsequently manage them.

An enthusiastic golfer, Max saw an ad for a discounted package to Amelia Island Plantation. Knowing nothing about the area, he organized a golf trip, and the couple fell in love with the island. Being careful buyers, however, Max and Queet came back each season to be certain it was what they wanted—and it never lost its appeal. That was 1995, and sixteen years later, they still love the area and have a multitude of special friends here.

This is their third home on Amelia Island. In 2000, they had built a large home in Long Point, which was featured on the Micah’s Place Home and Garden Tour.

Later, however, they decided to look for a property in the mountains. With this new lifestyle, having one very large home was no longer ideal. Again, their housebuilding skills came in handy, as they undertook this smaller home in Oak Point. This location was attractive not only because of the size, but also because the exterior maintenance is included, making it easy to set the alarm and head to the mountains.

Top left: The large portrait is of Queet Hertweck in her flower garden. The china cupboard displays a collection of Imari porcelain.

Top inset: An antique French cupboard houses a collection of Quimper pottery in the Rooster pattern.

Above: The glassed-in sunroom opens to the rear patio and on to the golf course.

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fairytales do come true...

COME TEST DRIVE

THE WORLD!

THE TRAVEL AGENCY Invites You to Our

LUXURY TRAVEL SHOW FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 4–7PM THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND

As travel advisors at THE TRAVEL AGENCY, we believe in sharing our knowledge of the many and varied travel experiences available today, allowing you to create a fun, life enriching vacation.

We are pleased to introduce you to 25 of our friends and travel suppliers in a setting where you can get answers to questions you may not even know to ask!

Limited to 500 attendees • Refreshments, door prizes, special promotions, and more!

20 minute private presentations by 15 of the exhibitors.

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

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

RESORTS AND SERVICES (cont.)

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

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

LOOK FOR THE NEW ISSUE AT LOCAL MERCHANTS THIS FALL. www.ameliaweddingsmag.com

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Left: One of the guest bedrooms mixes fabrics in blue tones. A chest and armoire were painted by a friend in Lexington, Kentucky.

Below left: The kitchen cabinets are painted in Queet’s favorite shade of yellow, with a brown glaze. The painting covering the hood is by local artist Christina Long.

Below right: A small gallery of Max Hertweck’s award-winning photography. Pictured here are Fidel Castro, Martin Luther King, Bobby Kennedy, and Richard Nixon.

Their experience in building homes really helped when it came time to design the space for the top floor. Max and Queet went through the design with the architect to carve out a much expanded area from unused space, including sitting rooms, a walk-in attic space, and even a gift wrapping room. The square footage was expanded considerably through their efficient and creative use of space.

The creativity of this couple is also apparent throughout the home’s interior. Max grew into an award-winning news photographer. The walls in his office—which he jokingly refers to as his “man cave”—are covered with pictures of legendary figures, including U.S. Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson. Interspersed with photography awards, one also finds photos of Bobby Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr., Fidel Castro, and photos taken at General MacArthur’s funeral.

Queet’s creative side shines through in the interior décor.

She has a talent for combining fabrics and colors, and is especially good at decorating with salvaged antiques, pulling it all together to create that special “wow” factor. Wherever she

goes, Queet has a knack for ferreting out antiques. She points to one light fixture and says, “Those were from Eight Flags Antiques and looked horrible before I had the brass polished.”

The foyer chandelier was a Shrimp Festival treasure. Many other decorative pieces were hand-carried on planes from their various trips. It is a joy to walk through this very special home, where each piece has a unique story.

The antiques contribute to the charm of the home, while the fabrics add color and elegance to punctuate the French Country style of the home. Heart pine planks in the floor and in the living room ceiling beams add warmth. They were rescued from underneath the subway tracks in New York City.

It seems the wood had been stored there for years, but, after the attacks of September 11, security made it necessary to seal the spaces below the tracks. The timber was rescued, sold to a Jacksonville supplier, and ended up in the Hertwecks’ living and dining room.

Overall it is a charming, welcoming house. Or as Goldilocks would have said, “Not too big, not too small—it’s just right.”

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October Specials • Receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert with purchase of an entrée from 5:30-6:30pm • New wine list featuring 40 wines for $40 or less

November - February Specials • Sunday - Bring Your Own Wine Night • Monday - 50% off French wine by the glass and appetizers • Tuesday - 50% off an entrée with the purchase of another entrée • Wednesday - Complimentary Tasting Quartet with the purchase of 2 entrées • Thursday - 50% off a bottle of wine with the purchase of 2 entrées • Friday - $5 glass of house wine Daily 5:30-9pm, reservations call 904-321-5050

Football Weekends • Open at noon on Saturdays and Sundays • Saturday College Football • Sunday NFL Ticket • $5 Mimosas 12-3pm • $5 Bloody Mary’s 12-3pm • $3 Intuition People’s Ale during all football games on Saturday and Sunday • Hoagie Specials • Free Popcorn • Daily Happy Hour 4-7pm Mon - Thurs 4pm-12am, Fri 4pm-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 12pm-12am. 904-491-4242

Specials may not be combined with any other discount or offer. Not valid on holidays or special events.

6800 First Coast Highway • Amelia Island, FL 32034 • 904-261-6161

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eating scene

Le Clos

For expertly prepared meals in the prestigious French tradition, Le Clos is Fernandina’s own taste of Provence.

BY KAREN MILLER • PHOTO BY WILLIAM RASER

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’adore French food! A great French meal is always inspiring for food-lovers, and Le Clos, located on 2nd Street in the Historic District, is Amelia Island’s premier French restaurant.

Le Clos serves delicious Provençal dishes by candlelight in a charming, intimate 1906 cottage. Chef and Owner Katherine Ewing received full degrees in both pastry and cuisine from Le Cordon Bleu and L’Ecole de Gastronomie Francaise, RitzEscoffier, Paris, and she trained at the Ritz Hotel, Paris, France.

Julie Bundy is the restaurant’s manager, and she is an expert on wine pairing. My friend Emily and I headed over to Le Clos to celebrate her birthday, but any night is a reason to enjoy their fabulous food.

We began our meal with Le Clos’ famous Pate and a glass of 2007 Chateau de Cosse Sauterne, suggested by Julie. This was unusual for me, as I’d always considered sauterne as a dessert wine. I was happy to learn how wrong I was—and to discover Le Clos’ wonderfully eclectic wine list. Le Clos’ Pate is creamy and rich, made with pork and chicken liver, and just a hint of curry. It is served with little toasts and cornichons, which are small pickled gherkins. The Sauterne paired so well with this appetizer: the sweet, smooth wine accentuated the creaminess of the pate, without overwhelming it. I will definitely order this pairing again!

Our next course was Le Clos’ Caesar Salad, which has a wonderful, made-from-scratch dressing that is piquant from the garlic and served with freshly shredded parmesan cheese on top. The croutons are actually crumbled, which I thought was a nice touch, as they are easier to eat and I could get croutons with every bite. The salad was paired with a glass of 2010 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre, a Sauvignon Blanc that is very dry, crisp, and vibrant, perfect with the Caesar salad. We also tasted a 2010

Whispering Angel Rosé that is a well-spiced rosé, but on the lighter side, also very nice with this course.

For our entrees we decided on the Hudson Valley Duck and their special that night, Parmesan Crusted Grouper.

We sampled two wines for this course. For the grouper, we tried the 2009 Bouchard Pere & Fils Pouilly Fuisse, a very perfumed, silky and elegant wine, perfect with the fish. For the duck, a 2007 Chateau Haut-Beausejour Saint Estephe was recommended. It was a richly colored, deep red wine, and also made an excellent pairing. The grouper is served with lovely, light and fluffy potatoes, tomatoes and capers, and a soy ginger reduction that is blended with a citrus beurre blanc. Add to that a wonderful crust on the fish and it really took this dish to another level—it was heavenly!

As for the duck, it has always been one of my favorite dishes at Le Clos—and it was just fabulous: seared to perfection and served with mushrooms, garden vegetables, and chive whipped potatoes. One of my favorite things about Le Clos is how they serve their food in the best French tradition: the vegetables are julienned and perfectly cooked, and the potatoes just so fluffy —I don’t know how they do it! With such attention to every detail, the focus is on the whole plate, not just the meat and sauce.

For our dessert, we had a very simple dish: Vanilla Ice Cream with Homemade Caramel Sauce. Our wine was a Bouchaine Bouche d’Or Chardonnay, a surprising treat. Bouche d’Or, or “taste of gold,” refers to the amber color and sweet essence of this wine. The ice cream and sauce was a fine end to our rich and satisfying meal.

Be sure to check out Le Clos’ charming new garden area.

It’s a lovely place to enjoy a very special meal—for a special occasion or not—in the best French tradition.

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dining out

Amelia Islander

dining guide

Sliders Seaside Grill THE BEST F O OD O N

Mon - Wed 8 am - 5 pm Thur - Sat 8 am - 8 pm www.espressoscafe.com

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

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

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

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

Lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch. Major credit cards. 4924 First Coast Hwy at Palmetto Walk Shopping Village. (904) 310-6620 Beech Street Grill ~ This restaurant has won awards for its wine list and has been selected often as one of the 25 best restaurants in the area. It features an outstanding seafood selection including seared tuna, herb roasted sea bass and

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Banquet and Wedding Facilities!!

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530 Centre St. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (904) 277-2011 96096 Lofton Square Ct. Yulee, FL 32034 (904) 491-6955

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Le Clos serves dinner nightly by candlelight in a charming 1906 cottage.

Eclectic wine menu.

Reservations recommended.

LE CLOS RESTAURANT 20 South Second Street

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All major credit cards. Open 7 days. 261-7700.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(904) 432-8394.

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

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

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Picante ~ Just west of the Shave Bridge, Picante offers the vibrant ďŹ&#x201A;avors of Peru and Latin America with a contemporary look and a fun atmosphere boasting a large dining area and free Wi-Fi throughout. The menu at Picante reďŹ&#x201A;ects the culinary inďŹ&#x201A;uences of Latin America providing their guests with a distinctive and unique Latin dining experience. Mostly inďŹ&#x201A;uenced by Peruvian cuisine, we stamp our dishes with new, bold ďŹ&#x201A;avors to challenge and excite your palate!

Offering everything from authentic Peruvian Cebiche to Argentinian cuts of beef with chimichurri sauce. Picante also serves an extensive selection of both boutique South American wines as well as international and domestic craft brew beers, adding a unique ďŹ&#x201A;are to the Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dining experience. For more information please call (904) 310-9221/9222 or visit us at www.picantenassau.com. Open: Thur. - Sat for Lunch 11:30am - 3pm; Mon-Sun for Dinner. $$. B/W. PLAE ~ PLAE (People Laughing and Eating) features a brilliant and seductive atmosphere that accompanies an incomparable menu. Both the menu and the lounge are classic, with exciting twists and unexpected elements that tantalize all appetites. Make PLAE a must on your â&#x20AC;&#x153;to doâ&#x20AC;? list. Located at The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. 277-2132. D, $$$, F. Sandy Bottoms ~ Casual dining, lunch and dinner menu, outside beach bar, tables and chairs in the sand on the beach, live entertainment almost every night, feet from the ocean. We offer seafood, sandwiches, salads, and home made pizzas. Full bar inside and outside.

Sliders Seaside Grill ~ The Caribbean on Amelia Island! Sliderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offers fun dining for the whole family! Exotic seafood and steaks served to order are the specials of the house. Enjoy a beautiful oceanfront view inside, or on the patio, located steps from the beach. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 1998 S. Fletcher Ave. at Sadler Rd. (next to the roundabout). 277-6652. L, D, $$, F. The Surf ~ Dine indoors or out on the huge, oceanview deck. The extensive menu features delicious seafood, steaks, burgers, wraps, salads and Boarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head sandwiches. Daily specials include our famous all-you-can-eat wings (Wed. night) and $6.99 lobsters all day Sunday. Casual, fun atmosphere. Take-out available. Open daily from 11am. 29 TVs throughout. WIFI available.

Full service bar. Entertainment every night and weekend afternoons. 3199 S. Fletcher AVe. 2615711. L, D, $$, F. The Verandah ~ Charmingly casual with todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshest seafoodâ&#x20AC;ŚThe Verandah alone is worth a trip to Amelia. Sample specially prepared delicacies from the sea as well as grilled New York strip, pan-roasted free-range chicken, grilled pork tenderloin and more! Set among the live oaks of Racquet Park, views are splendid and the service is even better. Dinner nightly, 5:30pm-9pm.

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17 Marsh Hawk 3 BR/3.5 BA two-story home with beautiful marsh and Oak Marsh 12th green views; stunning hardwood floors; vaulted, knotty-pine ceilings. $1,075,000

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Ocean Club Villas Oceanfront 4 bedroom / 4 bath villas with breathtaking views $1,675,000 - $1,995,000

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

No one else, not even all the other real estate companies combined, have as many listings and sales in Amelia Island Plantation as we do.

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4 Harrison Creek Cedar Point home offers 4 BR/3 BA, fireplace, large deck and screened-in “tower” to enjoy sunsets over the Intracoastal and marsh. $1,395,000

Piper Dunes Villas Panoramic ocean views from these 3 bedroom / 3 bath villas $995,000 - $2,250,000

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100 Feet on deep water 4935 Leeshore Lane MLS#55726 $1,895,000 Model perfect in gated Golfside South 1649 Rigging Way MLS#55143 $997,250 Privacy with porch and outdoor space in AIP 12 Willow Pond Road MLS#55300 $749,900 Florida living at its best 9557 Hildreth Lane MLS#54989 $549,500 Idyllic Mediterranean Villa in The Preserve 95010 Willet Way MLS#55692 $520,000 Premium homesite in Ocean Walk with beach access 4989 Spanish Oaks Circle MLS#55335 $499,000 A dream come true in North Hampton living 86092 Shelter Island Drive MLS#55247 $489,900 Brick beauty on South Amelia Island 1582 Canopy Drive MLS#55612 $449,000

~ Featured Listings ~ CARLTON DUNES AT SUMMER BEACH

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

These units start at $1,250,000.

OCEAN PLACE AT SUMMER BEACH

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

These units start at $475,000 and are direct oceanfront.

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6541 SPYGLASS VILLA $799,000 Oceanfront villa in sought-after Spyglass community on OMNI Amelia Island Plantation featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. The spacious floor plan makes this villa ideal for primary or second residence. This villa offers a sun drenched sunroom with views of the Atlantic, large living and dining room, kitchen with breakfast area, large Master suite plus two guest rooms. Fantastic location close to Ocean Club, Racquet Park and all of the OMNI Amelia Island Plantation amenities.

Terri Tennille

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

Pavers in the front and back with a low maintenance yard and lightscaping. All with a view of the golf course! New roof added in 2005 and total house was replumbed in 2008 when upgrades were done. This home is priced well with today’s upgraded standards, perfect for the buyer who wants move-in ready. $599,000

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

3002 CLUB VILLA $239,000 Beautifully renovated Club Villa on OMNI Amelia Island Plantation— priced to sell! This two bedroom, two and a half bath townhome is being sold elegantly furnished - all you need is a toothbrush and golf clubs! Two master suites upstairs, each with full bath and private balconies. Diagonal tile on main floor, oak flooring on stair treads, solid surface countertops, private garden view out back. Large open patio is perfect for alfresco dining and grilling. Short walk to beach and Property Owner’s Club.

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1771 DUNES CLUB PLACE Enjoy sunrises & sunsets from this 6th floor 4BR/ 4BA oceanfront condominium in gated Omni Amelia Island Plantation.

Offered fully furnished. 10-foot ceilings, Travertine flooring, wonderful balcony spaces, garage parking, top-of-the-line kitchen with charming breakfast nook, fireplace in living area, closet organizers, soothing & luxurious master suite, plus Andersen windows & doors. $1,599,000

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SAILMAKER

Deepwater Estate 4BR/3BA home on 1.3 acres overlooking Intracoastal Waterway off of Amelia Island. Travertine and mahogany flooring and a center stone fireplace, vaulted tongue and groove ceilings, black granite counters and stainless appliances in kitchen, with a Wolfe gas range and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Magnificent views. Riverfront pool with travertine decking, multiple decks, and private dock with boat lift. #54705 $1,785,000

Stand Out Home in Hickory Village

Oceanfront 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo in gated community of Sailmaker in the Summer Beach resort on Amelia Island’s south end. Light and open living areas just steps from the beach and overlooking the community pool. Kitchen, dining room, family room, 1 bedroom and bath on the first floor with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the second floor. Outside decks facing the water perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Excellent primary residence, home away from home or resort rental investment. Memberships to The Golf Club of Amelia and The Amelia Island Club are available. Offered at $575,000.

MACKINAS CIRCLE

An open floor plan with natural light, this spacious 4 BR home features hardwood floors, fireplace in the living room, large kitchen with granite counters and plenty of cabinets. First floor master suite opens to a screened porch, and 3 bedrooms upstairs share a playroom.

Large, beautifully landscaped and fenced yard with pergola off screened porch and a corner fire pit. This is a MUST SEE! #54734 $239,900

Ocean View Home Situated on a double lot with beach access across the street.

Rich hardwood floors and an open floor plan perfect for entertaining.

Features two master suites, two additional bedrooms and a full one-bedroom apartment connected via a breezeway. The well-designed kitchen features granite countertops and stainless appliances. Two ocean view decks and a porch, a large backyard and a 3 car garage with lots of storage. #54736 $849,000

Move in ready, like new, well appointed home in gated Summer Beach community on the south end of Amelia Island. Open floor plan with 2,400 square feet of living space, wood floors, four bedrooms, formal dining room, family room,game room and additional eating area off kitchen. Fantastic covered outdoor patio with spa in the backyard. Greatroom boasts 11’ ceilings, fireplace, surround sound system and built in cabinetry. Kitchen perfect for entertaining with breakfast bar, granite counters, and easy access to both formal dining area and family room.

Memberships available to both The Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Amelia Island Club are available. Offered at $459,000.

HECKSCHER DRIVE

Completely Remodeled!

Bright and open, yet traditional floor plan perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. Wide plank oak floors throughout the living areas, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, french doors and many windows. Large master suite and two additional bedrooms upstairs. First floor guest suite or study. Situated on a large, private lot with plenty of room to add a pool. A large wrap around deck highlighted by a screened gazebo. 3 bay garage. #55808 $420,000

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Panoramic views abound from this St. John’s River waterfront home with deep water access. Located on the north shore this fantastic 3,800 square foot home boasts a gated entrance, an open floor plan perfect for entertaining with high ceilings, travertine flooring, screened rear patio and open deck overlooking the river. Chef’s kitchen beckons with granite counters and breakfast bar, stainless appliances including professional size refrigerator, double ovens, gas cooktop and custom cabinets. Two fireplaces, a four car garage, dock with boat lift and a generator are just a few of the many outstanding features of this property. Offered at $984,900.

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Prudential Chaplin Williams Realty Mobile: (904) 556-8471 5472 First Coast Highway, Suite 1 Amelia Island, FL 32034 Susan@ChaplinWilliams.com

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Anne Barbanel = Commitment “Striving to be the best... when only the best will do!”

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5217 VILLAGE WAY Amelia Island’s most sought after oceanfront community features 2 pools, one of which is oceanside, 2 tennis courts, grounds maintenance, gated with roaming security, and private beach access only a very short distance away. This lovingly maintained one owner home with 3 BR, 3 BA and an open floor plan with an abundance of windows enables you to enjoy the pond and beautiful outside from almost all of the rooms. Perfect for entertaining.

MLS#55006. $675,000

4727 YACHTSMAN DRIVE Beautiful custom home in exclusive Golfside South. This 4 BR, 4 BA home has an open floor plan and all of the upgrades any discriminating buyer could demand. Gourmet kitchen with custom maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. Beautifully appointed owners suite. Guest suite provides ADA access to bedroom & private bathroom. Formal Living Room features coffered & venetian plaster ceiling. Bonus Room w/full bath perfect for office or game room. MLS#51804. $699,999

96088 OYSTER BAY DRIVE Fabulous 3 BR, 3 BA home with fabulous kitchen in fabulous neighborhood! Open floor plan with kitchen opening to greatroom so host is never far from family and friends. Kitchen completely remodeled with granite counters, Viking gas stove, Bosch dishwasher and cabinetry by Mooney. New wood floors in bedrooms and study, new porcelain tile in greatroom, kitchen and screened porch. Located in Oyster Bay Harbour. Membership to Oyster Bay Yacht Club available. MLS#53979. $454,900

96700 GRANDE OAKS LANE Open the door to elegance! High coffered ceilings, magnificent wood floors, and superior detailed woodwork is enhanced by a spectacular view of the marsh and Amelia River. Enjoy the saltwater pool with soothing waterfall. This 4 BR, 3 BA former model home boasts a kitchen with granite countertops, island cabinets with built-ins, and pullout shelves. Kitchen opens to family room. Formal living room and dining room. Owners suite overlooks pool and river. MLS#55939. $634,900

backyard adventure

nature meets adventure

The Nature Center at Omni Amelia Island Plantation offers a variety of kayak tours, like their sunset and moonlight paddles.

BY THERESA DUNCAN PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE NATURE CENTER AT OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION

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melia Island’s tidal marshes are thriving habitats that provide refuge to numerous creatures, including one extremely rare species: stress-free humans. In a kayak, traversing the creeks that wind through the marsh, paddlers are lulled by the rhythm of paddles on the water and the gentle waves of a fluctuating tide. Here, adventure meets repose, as kayakers enjoy a peaceful float down the river punctuated by exciting discoveries and sightings.

A kayak trip with the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Nature Center begins with ease for even the most novice paddler.

The guides fit each guest into a kayak and personal floatation device, and provide instruction on controlling and navigating the boat. The kayaks used, Pungos, are designed to be stable and easy for beginners to maneuver. Most group tours “put in” at the boat ramp at Walker’s Landing and meander through Walker’s Creek, an estuary that leads to the Intracoastal Waterway. Except for the musical sounds of the marsh inhabitants and the gentle splashing of the water, Walker’s Creek is silent.

The Nature Center offers three tours along this secluded creek. The Naturalist Paddle heads out in the morning with one of the center’s knowledgeable naturalists to discover the wildlife that thrives in the marsh ecosystem. “There is nothing better than kayaking on the water at 8:30 a.m. to see the wildlife and enjoy the beautiful marsh!” says Nature Center guide and naturalist Amanda Clark. Amelia Island’s famous

marsh sunsets are the centerpiece of the Sunset and Moonlight Paddles. During the sunset paddle, guests reach the Intracoastal Waterway just as the sunset is most vibrant. The Moonlight Paddle begins as the sun begins to set, and guests enjoy the moonrise over the water. Horned Owls, raccoons, and bats are frequently encountered on this twilight tour.

The two-hour trips provide paddlers with visits from shore birds such as Osprey and herons, as well as crabs, fish, and an array of mammals. “Every trip is different,” says Clark. “One day we might see dolphins playing in the Intracoastal, and the next day we may see a manatee.” Paddlers stop along the way to visit a sandbar at low tide. This provides a chance to view the scenery from another vantage point and to hunt for the fiddler and blue crabs that live here. As the temperature cools, mallards, white pelicans, and falcons are among the many migratory animals that winter in the marsh.

Kayaking is a tranquil adventure for people of all ages.

Children eight years old and over are welcome, and those under 13 must ride tandem with an adult. The Nature Center says this is for safety reasons, but moms and dads might think it’s another great way to enjoy the serenity of floating through the marsh— while the kids do all the paddling! The Nature Center offers a variety of tours by land and sea, including Segway Tours and guided beach strolls. For more information, contact the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Nature Center at (904) 321-5082.

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