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The Lazy Person’s Guide to a Dust-Free Home

hat better time than the Home & Garden issue to talk about housecleaning, right? While I don’t think I have oikophobia (an aversion to house cleaning), I may have a slight case of clutterphobia. Now, I know that clutterphobia is not a real word, but I would venture to say most of us have at least ONE room in our house that strikes fear in our hearts when we approach the task of cleaning or de-cluttering. According to the internet, one in four Americans have a clutter problem. The average home contains 300,000 items! Of course, having a messy room might be the result of any number of factors. You may be busy and have little time to clean or organize. You might have too much stuff (300,000!!). Or it could be the result of having young kids in the house. In my case, it’s a little bit of ergophobia, which I define as “the art of laziness.” If you have a lot of stuff in the attic or garage, this might indicate an inability to let go of the past. A cluttered bathroom might reveal body image issues. Clutter in the living room might suggest a hectic social life.

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The workplace is one of the most interesting spots in the home in terms of psychology. Some people sort everything into folders and put the folders on shelves. Others mix up all the papers, pens, pencils, laptops, etc. If you have a cluttered desk, there is a high probability that your workplace doesn’t “look” very clean. But it’s also quite likely that you often have unusual and creative ideas! The key is figuring out how to apply my ergophobia to house cleaning, so I decided to find the ONE best cleaning tip that I could apply to my house. After an exhausting search on the internet (okay, more like 5 minutes because this letter was due half an hour ago) I found a great tip that fits perfectly into my bachelor lifestyle: walk around the house wearing fluffy socks to avoid dusting! WOW! What a great idea! With a 188 lb. dog who slobbers and sheds constantly, this could be a gamechanger! They say we’re supposed to take 10,000 steps a day for health reasons, so I figure I can get my exercise AND clean my house at the same time! I just hope I don’t develop canineoslipaphobia: the fear of being chased by dogs around a kitchen table while wearing socks on a freshly waxed floor.

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Liz Cooperman Jennifer Daniel Emily Ellison Patti Hale Misty Johns Marie Stubbs Ken Wallin ON THE COVER: CO N T R I B U T I N G P H OTO G R A P H E R S

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Musgrove Retreat’s gardens provided the perfect setting for the enchanting pictorial that opens our annual Home & Garden issue. For more details about the glamorous styles worn by Rachel Marascalco and Becca McWaters, see page 18. Photo by Annaliese Kondo.

Elizabeth Smith Interiors.................... 33

Fiber-Seal.................45

Foreign Car Center.......................69 Elegant Island Living is proud to present this month’s All Stars! You can find out more information about these local businesses in this issue on the page number listed.

ACE Garden Center....................... 81

Bryan Dental Associates................. 71

CobbleStone Living.........................95

Frederica Realty.......................... 2

Gentlemen’s & Lady Outfitters.........67 Anderson Fine Art Gallery.................. 5

Ansley Real Estate................ 16

Bullington................. 77

Cassina Garden Club............. 74

Crafts in the Village.....................103 Golden Isles Bracelet Co............... 75 Cricket Shop..........................83 h2o creative group......................... 73

Bailey Boys...........................97

Barbara Jean’s Restaurant................78

Catch 228 Oyster Bar & Grill........................97

Charles W. Day Design.......................45

The Blue Door..........................83

Coastal Carpet Care.............. 51

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport................ 9

Coastal Greenery................... 72

Brunswick Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce................ 13

Coastal Nights Lighting.....................32

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Cunningham Jewelers...................95 Hans Trupp, CCIM Real Estate................79 D&D Decorators...............55 Hospice of the Golden Isles.............80 Decorum Designer Cabinetry and Flooring....................99

DiPreta Dermatology.............. 8

Downtown Development Authority..................83

Island Painting.....................44

Joseph Jewelers.................132

Land Design Associates.................55

Lighthouse Financial Advisors....................93

Lily OB/GYN....................82

Little’s Custom Blinds & Shutters....... 8

Low Country Walk Antiques & Accessories............105

Maggie’s Boutique.................105

Main Street Frame Shop..............83

Marsh’s Edge.............. 7

Mixed Nuts Luxury Consignment......... 101

Overhead Door Company of Brunswick................. 51

Palmer’s Village Café.........................105

Parker’s.....................93

Pet Exchange................105

Phillips Wealth Management.......... 101

Pierce & Parker Interiors.....................11

Plantation Dental Associates................. 12

Planters Exchange..................97

Residents Understood.............. 37

South Coast Bank.......................... 81

Restoration Imports.....................50

Southeast Georgia Health System........ 131

Ronne’s on Market Street...........10

Sugar Marsh Cottage Island Chocolatier..............95

St. Simons Drug Co.................... 77

Tasteful Temptations............. 41

Sal’s Neighborhood Pizzeria.....................95

Taylor House Interiors...................... 4

Sea Island Properties...............108

Three Little Birds, Fly In, Fly Out............. 9

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Whatley Pediatric Dentistry...................76

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Signature Properties Group........................ 91

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Situs Real Estate................54

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SoGlo Gallery.......................70

White Star Supply....................... 37

Wild & Personal....................59

Yates Astro..........................55

Zuzu’s........................ 12

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contents

HOME & GA R DEN F E AT U R E

Get Enchanted

28 Uniquely Frederica

EV E N TS

E T I Q U E T T E

64 Escape to Margaritaville

42 What’s Cooking in Kitchen Cabinetry 46 The Center of Your Universe 48 Perennial Appeal

The Etiquette of Gift Giving

68 Stop and Smell the Roses 76

Thank You, RSM Classic!

ISLAND PROFILE

34 Art and Your Home 38 Relearning How to Garden

FO O D

S P I R I TS

70 St. Simons Dining Steeped in Southern Tradition

Queen of the Toy Scene

72 Downtown Delight 78 NonProfit News 80 Business Buzz 82 What’s Happening

52 It’s Good to Be King 54 The Easiest Way Home for 20 Years

F I N A N C E

84 Social Scene

56 Gardeners’ Delight

106 Real Estate

60 Frolic with the Fairies

Is Now a Good Time for a Roth Conversion?

130 SSI Archives

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Spring is a magical time in the Golden Isles, and in this month’s annual Home & Garden issue we’re capturing some of that enchantment. Explore picturesque gardens filled with charming vignettes, colorful blooms, and fanciful fairies. Behold spring fashion on the stunning grounds of Musgrove Retreat. Stroll through the stops in Cassina Garden Club’s 16th Annual Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk. Discover Magnolia Garden Club’s whimsical Fairy Garden Tour & Market. Visit the family-friendly island communities of Frederica and West Point to learn what amenities await prospective homeowners. Peruse advice from local experts about choosing art for your home, cabinetry design to fit your lifestyle, plantings for all seasons, and adding value to your

ON THE COVER: Rachel

Marascalco and Becca McWaters savor delightful refreshments while relaxing in the garden at Musgrove Retreat. Dresses from Mixed Nuts Luxury Consignment, jewelry courtesy of Planters Exchange, and shoes from Shackelford. Rugs and pillows from Restoration Imports. Dutchmans Designs supplied the wine glasses and Rosie’s Macarons provided the sweet treats.

home with outdoor living areas. Open your windows wide, pretend that pollen is pixie dust, and prepare to be captivated ...

OPPOSITE PAGE: Jasmine

Mendez enjoys a moment of reflection overlooking the pool. She wears apparel

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNALIESE KONDO, STUDIO PIXEL POP ASSISTED BY MALIK SMILEY

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from Mixed Nuts Luxury Consignment and jewelry from Planters Exchange.

Andrew Hutchins and Jasmine join Becca and Rachel in this lush setting. Tablescape designed by Sabrina Diaz of Whimsical Garden Party event planning. Centerpieces and yellow roses provided by Cottage Flowers. The purple footed candy dish is from B&B Design & Consign. Table, pillows and plates were provided by Restoration Imports and goblets are from Dutchmans Designs. Andrew’s Classic tuxedo was supplied by Gentlemen’s and Lady Outfitters.

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THIS PAGE: Violinist Misty Renard and harpist

Faith Hamilton-Trent fill the air with strains of music as beautiful as their gorgeous gowns from Mixed Nuts Luxury Consignment and stunning jewelry from Planters Exchange. OPPOSITE PAGE: This eye-catching aquamarine

and blue topaz pendant on a 14k gold link necklace with toggle worn by Jasmine Mendez is from the Mazza jewelry collection at Planters Exchange. All of the lovely ladies pictured at Musgrove had hairstyles created and makeup artfully applied by Mallory Sailors of Coastal Glam.

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OPPOSITE PAGE: 1. Lapis and moonstone doublet earrings by Mazza from Planters Exchange.

2. Glass top table and gold leaf wreath stand from Restoration Imports, assorted bourbons, and champagne from 19th Hole Package Store. 3. Cufflink from Joseph Jewelers’ estate collection. 4. Plate and gold flatware from Restoration Imports. 5. Vintage porcelain Staffordshire dog from Low Country Walk Antiques. 6. Plates and flatware from Restoration Imports, centerpieces from Cottage Flowers. 7. Enticing appetizers by Tasteful Temptations. 8. Rolex GMT-Master II from Joseph Jewelers’ estate collection. 9. Rosie’s Macarons, tiered tray and pillows from Restoration Imports, goblets from Dutchmans Designs. 10. Decanter and etched wine glasses from Restoration Imports. TOP: Erika Taylor and Justin Hightower of Tasteful Temptations can be counted on to make sure

your catering needs are met (and exceeded!) from small intimate settings to large fundraising galas. MIDDLE: John Goodrich and Mike Kronn grab a seat to share a few laughs while savoring select bourbons provided by the 19th Hole Package Store. Chairs and gold-rimmed cocktail glasses from Restoration Imports. LEFT: Sabrina Diaz from Whimsical Garden Party models this lovely mint green ensemble from Mixed Nuts Luxury Consignment and Planters Exchange.

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Thank you A

huge giant thank you to everyone who helped

musical atmosphere. Watch for these two darlings to be

pull off this spectacular fashion spread.

starring in a future production by The Island Players.

Photographer Annaliese Kondo is always a

Mallory Sailors, owner of Coastal Glam, helped make

joy to work with and she never blinks when presented

the ladies look absolutely magnificent. Our eternal

with our crazy ideas. Sam Ghioto captured the day

gratitude to the local shops and businesses that allow

on video – look for it on EIL’s social media pages and

us to raid your inventory on a whim for our photo

check out Sam’s other work at Sam Ghioto Studio. John

shoots. Special appreciation to Restoration Imports

Hartland from Musgrove Retreat cannot be thanked

and Planters Exchange for their delivery and pick-

enough for all of his help. If you are holding an event,

up. Erika Taylor and Justin Hightower from Tasteful

you simply must consider Musgrove as a venue. You’re

Temptations worked their catering wizardry for us

in top notch hands there! Sabrina Diaz of Whimsical

again and we loved the delicious appetizers as a perk

Garden Party, Luxury Picnics and Event Planning, a

from the shoot. Callie Norton for being so helpful

new business in the area, came through magnificently

when choosing the libations from 19th Hole Package

in helping to execute our vision. Faith Hamilton-Trent

Store. Last, but definitely not least, much thanks to the

and Misty Renard were awesome for getting dolled

models who gave up their afternoon and braved the

up and bringing their instruments over to provide the

threat of rain – you all brought these pages to life.

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ABOVE: Jeffrey

Campbell Kassidy ankle strap sandals from Shackelford; an aerial view of Musgrove Retreat’s magical maze; Malik Smiley, photographer assistant extraordinaire. BELOW: Andrew

sporting a tuxedo from Gentlemen’s & Lady Outfitters; a stroll through the gardens, harpist Faith Hamilton-Trent. OPPOSITE PAGE: Rachel

strikes a pose that shows off a stunning starfish cuff from Gogo Jewelery and Moira sandals by Pella Moda from Shackelford, while relaxing in a woven wood chair from Restoration Imports.

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t has certainly been two years of

natural setting and environment. Most of its

to hear their reasons. Some are relocating from

unprecedented growth for St. Simons

homesites are approximately two acres and

larger cities to raise their families in a different

Island and the community of Frederica.

offer generous setbacks between homes. And

environment on St. Simons Island or building

Frederica has grown to 90 completed

while Frederica has appealed to the pre-retiree

their next home on the island. The Andersons

homes with an additional 27 currently

and retiree market for years, over the past

moved to St. Simons from Atlanta seven years

under construction. With only 297 platted

five years a number of young families have

ago with their two boys. “We haven’t looked

homesites and almost 40 that are multiply

purchased homes or are building at Frederica.

back, we absolutely love being here,” says

owned, Frederica is almost 50% complete. One

Courtney. They purchased a home on the south

thing that remains unchanged is Frederica’s

In talking with some of the young families who

end of the island and decided a few years ago to

commitment to preserving the unmatched

chose Frederica to be their island home, it is fun

build at Frederica. “We chose Frederica for its APRIL 2022

beauty and tranquility. The moment you enter the community, you feel a sense of calm from the beautiful surroundings.” Scott and Amy Kuhn echoed those sentiments, “From the moment we pulled into the gates, there was just something special about it. Frederica has an understated

"The moment you enter the community, you feel a sense of calm from the beautiful surroundings." a custom home in a community north of St.

Simons Island. They are also a great resource

elegance and that is what really attracted us

Simons Island; however, they fell in love with

for purchasers to understand the design

to the community. When Covid 19 became a

Frederica. The exceptional quality of golf and

review process and the costs and timeline

pandemic, Frederica was the first place we

amenities were appealing, but the true selling

to build at Frederica. With larger home sites,

looked after deciding we were ready to make a

point was the beauty of their lot. “We were

designs often cater to one story living with

lifestyle change. Once we found an island school

drawn to the live oak tree canopy on our lot

first floor master suites and often a first-floor

that we loved, we jumped at the chance to be a

and the nature around us at Frederica. We

guest suite that can be used as an office.

part of Frederica for our new home.”

were fortunate to find a home that was just

Courtney Anderson raved about the ease

starting construction, so we had the ability to

of the building process at Frederica, saying,

With Frederica being a newer community,

customize the floor plan and interior finishes to

“Our general contractor, Chris Carter, made

resale home sales are rare. Several high-end

fit our needs. We were able to choose finishes

our building process seamless. The privacy

custom homes have been offered in the past

to match out style. The team at Flanagan

and size of our lot made it an easy decision to

two years, offering the ability to move the

Development have been great to work with.”

build at Frederica. We chose a modern take on

process along quicker for a buyer to avoid the

a farmhouse as our design and Chris helped

time-consuming process of design and build.

Fortunately, there are many quality architects

us position the home to take advantage of our

Ty and Alicia Hardison had planned to build

and builders from which to choose on St.

lake and golf course views.”

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At the beginning of the pandemic, Frederica saw a trend of slightly larger home designs as residents welcomed grown children and grandchildren for extended periods. Thoughts on how the living space would adapt both for an empty nest and an expanding family led to plans for additional living spaces with guest quarters on the property, bunk rooms for grandchildren, and retreats for home offices. In speaking with local builders in Frederica, there is a design shift in homes towards a more transitional style. “Exteriors still remain more traditional and timeless; however, the interiors are trending more towards a contemporary flair evoking a clean aesthetic with natural light and a relaxed feel,” explains Chris Carter of Carter Custom Homes. Brett Flanagan of Flanagan Development adds, “Open living spaces are still a huge trend; however, in our area, we are seeing a big focus on larger outdoor living spaces with all the features of a home: fireplaces, summer kitchen, brick

as homes have been built and new friendships

“There were 13 homes here when we started.

flooring and beamed ceilings.”

knit together resulting in this special place,”

Being a part of the growth and seeing the

Tommy Elsberry, President of Frederica Realty,

original vision of this community come to

Purchasing in a private club community is

reflects. “The foundation of Frederica Realty’s

fruition has been my favorite part of my

different than buying a property on the island.

culture is relationships.”

job.” Families surrounding themselves with like-minded neighbors in an architecturally

Frederica Realty’s clients are considering the lifestyle of the community and then searching

Frederica property owners are the true

controlled, secure community builds a

for the right property. The Frederica Realty

culture carriers and soul of the community.

genuine affection and commitment to the

team prides themselves on assisting their

They are always available to greet

community that is generational. Hearing

clients through the entire process from

prospective new neighbors with a cocktail

what these young families have to say and

finding the perfect home site to navigating

party to share their Frederica experiences.

seeing them enjoying their surroundings

the design/build process and connecting

“Our owners are such great ambassadors of

makes it abundantly clear that appreciation

them with future friends in the community.

Frederica and are eager to meet a potential

of life’s simple pleasures remains at the heart

They assist with identifying the right fit for a

owner. It’s not unusual for each neighbor

of Frederica.

client’s design/build team early in the process.

to promote their build team, as they often

“We have been fortunate to play a role in the

become friends through the process,” states

To learn more about the Frederica lifestyle, call

development and growth of the community

Angela Harrison with Frederica Realty.

912.634.1500 or visit fredericaliving.com.

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hether or not we take

studied the effects of color, space, and shapes

the time to notice, we're

on the human condition, I know that art can

exposed to art at work, at

often be comforting and inspirational, as well

home, and most places in

as, invigorating to the viewer. Edgar Degas

between every day. Art can have a powerful

expressed what the role of the artist was to the

influence on your mood, spirit, and sense

patron when he said, “Art is not what you see,

of happiness, affecting your mental health

but what you make others see.”

and well-being. By surrounding yourself with art, you build atmosphere and create an

In choosing art for your home or office, there

identity within your home or place of work.

are some questions and thoughts to consider.

As an artist, part of my role is to help clients

First, what style of art is most pleasing to

transcend their home décor experience. And,

you? Are you drawn more to abstract shapes,

as a former practicing psychologist, having

geometrics, or figures? Artistic styles can

range from the very abstract to impressionism

or a picnic with a loved one. In this way, semi-

to realism. And, like music, not everyone

abstraction and color can work to build a sense

an impact on you every day. You will see it

appreciates the same type of art.

of tranquility in your own home.

when you get up in the morning, when you

The placement of art in your home will have

are walking around the house during the day, For the most part, my work offers an eclectic

Does size matter? Naturally, a large canvas

when guests come over, and at night when

approach to creative expression, and

can have a very dynamic effect on the

you are relaxing before bed. A painting can

pieces range from total abstraction to semi-

viewer. If you want to create a “wow factor”

change your mood to peaceful and positive

abstraction to impressionism. Abstract art

in the home, size is something to consider.

thoughts, or its effect might energize you

leaves the total interpretation to the viewer

A large canvas is often the first thing you

with happy feelings.

who sees what is stimulated from within.

see when you enter a room because it

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creates a focal point. A significant piece

Much of my work has a hint or image of a

not a particular subject, so it is up to the viewer

of art makes an impression on visitors to

particular subject surrounded by abstraction.

to see what they want to see and feel.

your home, and original work stimulates

My painting Blue Heron is a good example.

questions and adds value to the décor.

Birds tend to promote stress-free

Sometimes abstract art can be misunderstood. Depending on the viewer’s interpretation, an abstract piece might appear as simply a wild splash of paint or a mass of blue or red color; to other observers, the painting may create a sense of energy or feeling of calm and tranquility. It all depends on the viewer’s interpretation. Abstract art is a great solution to enhance the atmosphere of a particular space in your home by unifying the elements in a room creating harmony and consistency. It’s also important to consider what your home means to you and what you want it to convey to your guests. Think about this for a moment. What do you want to say to people who come to your house? It is important to think about who you are and how you want to express yourself. Do you want your home to reflect beauty? Power? Happiness? Safety? Love? Nature? To help bring your expression to reality, works of art can be a great place to start. The semi-abstract piece I’ve called Nature in Abstraction creates possible illusions of nature, like ripples of water on a pond or floating lily pads. The colors and subject of the painting can help stimulate the viewer’s fond memories of a hike through the woods

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environments. My art patrons often like my bird images, and there is no mystery as to why. Birds are non-controversial. Their colors, posture, and facial features can be pleasing to the eye. Thoughts of birds singing in the wild can give us hope and peace. The blue heron is very territorial and hence is a common subject in many backyards and ponds in our area. People often feel safe when viewing something familiar. In selecting art, you need to think about color. It is not only important to consider colors that work with the décor in your home, but how can color enhance how you feel? In “Blue Heron,” there are soft blues and splashes of yellow and gray. Blues can promote tranquility and reds excitement. Yellows exude a sense of something coming, expectation, or anticipation. Art is one of the most dynamic sources of Nature in Abstraction

non-verbal communication. You can live in a home with just the essentials, but adding art to your décor makes life more joyful. It creates an atmosphere that is interesting and instantly adds a splash of personality. Color, subject, size, and style are important factors that will influence your selection. The piece you choose should give you a good “vibe” since you will see it every day. A wealth of art in a wide variety of styles and media is available in several galleries on St. Simons Island. Gallery owners can help you with the exciting journey of selecting just the right piece for that special place. Art patrons are invited to browse my working studio and gallery during open hours. I paint at my easel daily and enjoy answering questions about my work. Commissions are welcome and a good way to help the homeowner get what exactly they want. Wallin Studio and Gallery 3600 Frederica Rd., Suite 13 Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 912.222.6073 ken@wallinfineart.com

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Relearning

How to Garden

Trumpet Vine

by Emily Ellison, Executive Director, St. Simons Land Trust

his is a confessional. An apologia

the shelves of gardening books, the tools and

from a repentant and (mostly)

equipment, the muddied boots and the soil

reformed gardener.

under my fingernails to prove that I spent lots of time outdoors digging around. But I lived in

Nearly every spring and summer when in

Georgia, after all, not on a grand estate in Great

Atlanta and the north Georgia mountains, I

Britain where long vistas and groves, walled

spent more money than I would like to admit

and boxed gardens, and topiaries were the

purchasing 15 and 30-gallon containers of

norm. Mine wasn’t even a cottage garden with

shrubs, trees, and perennial flowering plants.

rosemary and thyme planted among a riot of

There were the countless flats of annuals, the

foxglove, iris, and blooming and trailing vines.

pre-emergent herbicides and fertilizers we put

It was a yard with way too much grass, too

on the lawn, the Round-Up that we sprayed

orderly and kempt and manicured.

on the terrace and walks to rid ourselves of

Beautyberry

what were considered unsightly weeds. The

The baptism by herbicide came first. It was a

milkweed and volunteer plants that popped

sad, embarrassing recognition to learn what

up near the creek were mowed down or weed

those chemicals we had been spraying on

wacked, and a special tool was used to plunk

the grass every year were doing not only to

out clumps of yellow-blooming dandelion. Then

the pollinators in our yard but to the greater

it all happened again the next year, and the next:

environment. Although I was more than thirty

the buying and planting and eradicating.

years late reading Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring, I did finally devour it and felt like I had

During those decades when I wasn’t digging

sinned against nature.

in the earth, I was reading books on landscape

Red Maple

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design by Gertrude Jekyll, Penelope

Michael Pollan’s writings made me realize

Hobhouse, and Capability Brown. I learned

that we easily could have let some of the fallen

what a ha-ha was and a trill. I envisioned

pine trees at the back of the property stay

outdoor “rooms” with different themes and

leaning and thus provided habitat for birds and

character, always making sure that there

mammals. He and other authors taught me that

was an esthetic combination of textures and

all those years when I was studiously reading

heights in the perennial borders and that the

instructions for how and when to plant and

different herbs had the appropriate amount

figuring out what species were best for our

of sun, the right pH, and sufficient moisture.

planting zone, I should have spent time learning

As my parents had always done, I composted

what was native to our region. If I had, I would

religiously, making the “black gold” described

have learned that not all plants that thrive in a

in Crockett’s Victory Garden.

region were actually meant for that region.

But I was, as the author Sara Stein wrote in

Not long after moving to St. Simons Island

Noah’s Garden: Restoring the Ecology of Our

permanently in 2015, I heard Susan Shipman,

Own Back Yards, an “illiterate gardener.” I had

the chair of the Land Trust’s board of directors

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and a devoted conservationist,

volunteers and staff to remove

Beautyberry and redbuds are

mention how lantana was such an

it from Land Trust properties

two native understory trees

invasive species. Lantana?! I was

before it chokes out plants that

that are great food sources

too embarrassed to admit that I

are indigenous to the area.

for migratory birds and are

had bought that hardy, blooming

important pollinators. Goldenrod

plant by the boatload. And sure

Camphor (Cinnamomum

is another excellent pollinator

enough, as she always is, Susan

camphora) and chinaberry trees

that can be found on Land Trust

was right. The second year after

(Melia azedarach) were both

properties. It is striking in the

planting on the island, Lantana

introduced to the region from

fall, and can be easily planted

strigocamara had taken over

Asia and are sold as ornamentals.

in residential landscapes.

two flower beds, its roots deep

But both are exceptionally fast

Other natives that I might have

and some of its stems nearly

growers, with the camphor

ripped from the ground years

as thick and hard as the handle

sometimes reaching heights of

ago include muscadine vines,

of a trowel. I had thought I was

100 feet and outcompeting native

sparkleberry, scarlet sage,

planting an innocent little annual,

trees. Both have berries and

spurge-nettle, and even the

when instead I had paid good

seeds that are easily distributed

common pokeweed. My all-time

money for what had become

by birds. And leaves from the

favorite natives are trumpet vine

a shrub and was far more

deciduous chinaberry raise the

(which our daughter carried

difficult to get rid of than those

soil pH, completely changing the

in her handpicked wedding

dandelions I had murdered.

natural habitat of native plants.

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its wispy, pinkish-purple strands After I joined the Land Trust

Shade trees that are native to

staff, “invasives,” “exotics,” and

the area and that can be found

“natives” finally became part of

on Land Trust properties

my vocabulary. The wonderful

include the loblolly bay,

habits, I am still in the process

environmentalists on our staff

Southern magnolia, red cedar,

of what Sara Stein describes

and board, and the organizations

longleaf pine, pond pine, and

as “unbecoming a gardener.”

that we partner with, like Coastal

cabbage palm. The live oak, for

There is still turf in my yard at

Wildscapes and the Department

which the island is so famous,

home and at the office. But I am

of Natural Resources, have taught

is not only native, but is also

changing my ways as quickly

me that land conservation often

a keystone plant of maritime

as I can and moving toward, I

includes restoration. That means

forests and helps prevent the

hope, becoming a dedicated

removing invasive and exotic

spread of fires. The species

environmentalist who also likes

species that were never meant to

is so important to the region

to play in the dirt. We can restore

grow in Coastal Georgia. Plants

that over the past six years the

our ecology, I believe – all of us –

like water hyacinth (Eichhornia

Land Trust has partnered with

one back yard at a time.

crassipes), the floating perennial

national and local colleges and

that can form thick mats and

universities on a maritime forest

If you’re interested in native

double in size in less than a week,

restoration project, the first and

plants, be sure to attend Coastal

restricting light and air needed by

only of its kind in the world. One

Wildscapes’ Spring Native Plant

other aquatic plants.

of the most majestic examples

Sale on April 9, from 9:00 a.m. to

waving in the wind. While I am repentant of my past

of a live oak is “John’s Oak” that

1:00 p.m. at Ashantilly Center in

The ubiquitous lantana, which can

can be found at the John Gilbert

Darien. For a full listing of both

grow as high as six feet tall, was

Nature Tail on Frederica Road.

natives and invasives, visit

often introduced by homeowners

And another beautiful example

coastalwildscapes.org/Plant-Lists.

on land we now protect.

of a native tree along this same

To learn more about the

Unfortunately, it can be a host

trail is the red cedar. Windswept

St. Simons Land Trust, call

plant for pests and is poisonous

and living near the marsh, its

912.638.9109, drop by our

to humans and animals. It also

limbs and bark make the tree

offices at 1810 Frederica Rd.,

often requires large crews of

look like a piece of art.

or visit sslt.org.

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Perennial Appeal

b y M i s t y J o h n s , V P, C o a s t a l G r e e n e r y, I n c .

f given the choice between annual and

An August Moon Hosta will flower in summer

perennials can cause them to flop over and

perennial plant material for my landscape,

or fall and will go dormant after the first frost.

become too leggy. Deadheading perennials

I would choose perennial plant material

The plant will not lose its leaves, but will flatten

doesn’t take long and isn’t needed daily during

all day, every day! This isn’t to say that I

out and get mushy. It needs to be cut back and

the blooming season. Deadheading will add

wouldn’t have some annuals here and there,

will regrow the following spring to bloom in

a few days and sometimes weeks of blooms

but 95% of the plants in my design would be

the spring or fall, and so on. Irises, one of the

to your flowering perennials. For example,

perennials. Annuals live for only one season

easiest perennials to grow, will bloom early

Daylilies don’t require deadheading to bloom

whereas a perennial will return and bloom

in the spring. Some that are repeat-blooming

but removing the spent blooms will make your

for many years. Perennials save you time and

include the Miniature Dwarf Bearded Iris and

plant look clean and neat. Once established,

money and, when well grouped, perennials can

the Siberian Iris. Repeat-blooming means

Daylilies need minimal care to grow and

provide color in your landscape all year round.

that they will bloom more than once in a year

produce large, colorful flowers in midsummer

from the same bloom stalk. Combining several

and every summer thereafter. This low

different types of Irises in an area will ensure

maintenance plant will also bloom and spread

a little basic knowledge can help. Perennials

there are flowers blooming there from early

in drought conditions, because they have an

are plants that flower once a year in a

spring to mid-summer. Good companion

underground root system that allows them

particular season: spring, summer, or fall. They

perennials to plant alongside your Irises are the

to multiply. It is a good idea to divide the plant

go dormant in winter, but the root system

Daylilies, Peonies, Salvia, and Delphinium. An

material at the end of the growing season when

continues to thrive underground so the plant

extra bonus provided by perennials is that they

the area becomes overcrowded.

will grow back the following year. Perennial

protect soil against wind and water erosion.

Understanding perennials can be confusing

plants grow fast, and it is said that when they

Daylilies come in many varieties. Some early

grow back, they will be bigger. Most perennials

Any landscape options that require less time

season bloomers include Bright Sunset, Happy

are flowering plants, but there are also “woody

and money are a “Win-Win” in my book and

Returns (reblooming plant) and Ruby Spider.

perennials” that include trees and shrubs

that’s exactly what perennials are. A perennial

Mid-season bloomers include All American

that do not go into dormancy in the winter.

may cost more upon initial purchase than an

Chief (reblooming plant), Country Melody

Perennials put energy into developing a strong

annual, but because a perennial will live and

and Charles Johnston (reblooming plant).

root system instead of growing a lot of flowers.

bloom 2+ years you don’t have to keep buying

Some late season bloomers are Autumn

That’s not to say perennials won’t produce beautiful blooms, but simply that their main goal is to grow a strong root system so they can return year after year.

new plant material for this area every season. Perennials also require less work to maintain, because most perennials don’t need fertilizer if planted in fertile soil. According to some master gardeners, over-fertilizing

Pride, Pink Playmate (reblooming plant) and Sammy Russell. By combining several different varieties with different blooming seasons in an area, you’ll have flowers from late spring to the beginning of fall. Good companion plants are the African Lily (Agapanthus), Salvia, and Yarrow. All of these perennials have the added bonus of attracting pollinators from bees and butterflies to hummingbirds and being very environmentally friendly. Who wouldn’t love a yard or garden where different perennials bloom throughout the seasons? If you make wise choices with the placement of the perennials and know when they will bloom, you can have a colorful landscape year round. Hydrangea shrubs will bloom from spring to the fall, Trumpet Vines show off their colors in the late spring through

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from blooming the following year. For example,

of the flowers from your perennials into your

the Nikko Blue Hydrangea grows buds on

home or office. Perennials make great fresh

old branches, so if you cut it back when it is

cut flower bouquets or standalone flowers!

barren you would be removing the dormant branches along with the buds that have already

If you have perennials in your landscape

started growing for the following spring. Not

design, take a good look at them to find out

summer, Pink Muhly grasses offer beautiful

all Hydrangeas grow buds the same way, so

whether they are complemented with the

plumes from late summer throughout winter,

you need to know your plant material. Dormant

correct plant material, if they are saving you

and Camellia shrubs display flowers from

Lanatana, on the other hand, can cut back

time and money by not requiring new plants

mid-winter through April. This combination

to the ground and its roots insulated with

seasonally, and to determine whether their

will give you color from perennials all year

extra mulch. If the roots survive any freezing

placement is a eyesore during their dormant

long! For these results, you must know the

temperatures, the Lantana will grow back in

lifecycle. If any of these things are an issue,

plant material and the blooming seasons. It’s

the spring and flower in the next blooming

then let’s do something about it! Perennials

important to remember that plant material

season. If you choose to leave the dreary plant

are not meant to cause you any trouble, they

must complement each other, so one plant

intact throughout the winter, its branches

are meant for enjoyment. If you don’t have any

isn’t getting all the nutrients and leaving the

act as an insulation for the root system.

perennials in your landscape, try a few here

others without.

Because some people find dormant perennials

and there and see what you think. Remember,

unattractive when they lose all their leaves and

it takes time for a plant to get established so

When considering placement of plant

blooms, and this may be an important factor

give any new perennials some time before

material, one of the biggest disadvantages of

to think about when deciding the placement of

you cross them off your list of plant material

a perennial may be what it looks like when it

your perennials. Maybe try pairing a summer

that you like. Perennials are awesome for

is has gone dormant. Once a perennial has

blooming perennial in the same area as a

an added pops of color throughout your

finished blooming for the year, it may leave an

winter blooming perennial. The focus in each

landscape. They are low maintenance, don’t

unattractive heap of bare stems, limp, mushy

season will be on the color from the plant

have to be dug up after their blooming season

leaves, or wiry branches baring nothing at all.

that is blooming, and less likely on the non-

ends, and because there are so many types

DO NOT run to your snips or power trimmers

blooming or dormant perennial. For an extra

of perennials, you have a world of endless

and mow the perennial down! In this case, we

treat during the blooming season, bring some

options! Hello Spring and Happy Planting!

have to take the good with the bad and leave the perennial alone, especially if you live in an area with temperatures that dip below freezing. Understanding the maintenance for a perennial is essential, because you don’t want to unintentionally kill the plant or hamper it

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ur Spring Home

vistas, charming courtyards,

and Garden

and eclectic art. The day’s

issue wouldn’t be

festivities will also include a plant

complete without

sale and garden party with live

a preview of the Cassina Garden

entertainment.

Club’s annual Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk. It’s always a treat

Before we dig into this year’s

to see what private gardens

gardens, let’s talk about the

have been chosen and the wide

organization who presents the

variety of styles and species of

Garden Walk. The oldest garden

plants they present. Whether

club in Glynn County, Cassina

you’re an avid gardener and

Garden Club was founded in

green thumb or simply someone

1928 and is currently comprised

who likes to meander amidst

of approximately 130 members.

beautiful surroundings, you’ll

The garden club has served as

enjoy this year’s self-guided tour

the guardians of the historic

Simons Island since they were

It was through Cassina’s efforts

of eight private gardens that

Hamilton Plantation tabby slave

granted stewardship in 1932, and

that these cabins built in the early

offer colorful blooms, entrancing

cabins at Gascoigne Bluff on St.

later deeded the property in 1950.

1800s were placed on the National

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Registry of Historic Places in 1988 and recently

this outdoor space pleasing to the senses.

podocarpus and in the backyard garden

underwent a historically correct restoration

The beauty and serenity of the landscape

surrounded by seasonal bloomers. It’s easy to

to their original structures. If you have not

is enhanced by a wide variety of carefully

imagine tiger swallowtails frolicking around

toured the cabins or visited the grounds, you

arranged plants that are known to flourish in

the “Sunrise over East Beach” sculpture in

are invited to do so for free during the Garden

our coastal environment.

the butterfly garden. A sparkling blue pool

Walk. Funds from the Garden Walk are used to

with floating lounges beckons guests and

gardening and horticulture with entertaining

Black Banks Sculpture Garden

and informative programs. Cassina has also

Art and architecture

sponsored various civic and beautification

are noteworthy at

projects on the island and donates to other

this stop in Black

local non-profits. The co-chairs of the 2022

Banks. The work

Garden Walk are Judie Mattie and Julie Sellers.

of Frank Lloyd

The Platinum Title sponsor of the Garden

Wright inspired

Walk and a huge continuous supporter of the

the architecture of

support and maintain the cabins and grounds. Cassina Garden Club promotes the love of

Cassina Garden Club is ACE Garden Center.

completes this island oasis.

the stunning home and large sculptures on the property by artist Stephen Kishel provide

Garden on the Green

The 16th annual Garden Walk will take place

pops of color and eye-catching appeal. When

Extensive golf course views are a prime

from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April

it comes to the horticultural features, birds of

feature of this recently remodeled Sea Palms

30. Cassina Garden Club members will be

paradise and mature agave flank the home’s

home that sits nestled under the oaks. Colorful

at the tabby cabins at (1195 Arthur J. Moore

entrance, camellias and a clumping bamboo

tree-form Hawthorns frame the breezeway

Drive) welcoming guests and selling tickets,

hedge provide privacy along the side path, and

that connects the studio to the home where

beginning at 9:00 a.m. Free activities taking

the back yard is home to flowing Muhly grass

gracious owners welcome you to walk through.

place there will include a member cultivated

and several native plants.

An elevated train in the game room will appeal to your inner child and the two-story living

plant sale, tours of the historic cabins by

Colorful Hideaway

room is an entertainer’s dream! In the back

tasty treats, and a Garden Party with music by Annie Akins from 3:30-5:30pm to wrap up the

A floral fiesta is

surrounded by holly ferns and variegated

day. Here are brief descriptions of the private

what comes to

tri-color ginger while elephant ear plants, giant

gardens on this year’s Garden Walk:

mind when you

philodendron and liriope edge the crescent

take in the features

shaped patio. Planters with a wide variety of

of this stop. There

succulents sit by the screen porch.

Garden Club docents, a food truck offering

garden you’ll find a bubbling bird fountain

are bright colored gently above cheery

Marsh Side Retreat

flowers, Mexican

You can’t miss

tiles decorating the walkways and rear patio,

the stately

a garden that boasts whimsical yard art, and

Canary Island

Koi ponds with playful fish sculptures. The

date palm that

homeowner is a true gardener who displays

welcomes you

her passion for a vivid palette with plantings of

to this beautiful

vibrant hibiscus and splashes of seasonal color.

home, but it

lanterns swinging

A Fresh Approach If you’re lucky, you might be greeted by

certainly doesn’t

the celebrity who lives at this stop on the

Cottage on the Cul-de-Sac

produce the most impressive fruit. For that

Garden Walk. Della the Duck is no stranger

(pictured on page 57)

you’ll want to visit the raised bed citrus

to the winding brick walkways or sculpted

The owner of this lovely tucked-away cottage

grove that boasts Persian lime, Meyer lemon,

lawns and beds you’ll see in the open and

clearly has a love for English gardens. You’ll

Ponkan tangerine, Satsuma tangerine, and

uncluttered landscaping here. Contrasting

see boxwood topiaries along the generous

variegated pink lemon trees, as well as the

shapes, textures, and values are what makes

front walkway along with Pringle’s dwarf

interesting fruit cocktail tree. White Encore

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azaleas and lush palmettos line the expansive back lawn. An outdoor living room with cozy fireplace overlooks a pool surrounded by urns of agave and seasonal plantings and a panoramic marsh and marina view.

Shades of Green In this low maintenance landscape, several varieties of plants with variegated foliage create a soft verdant palette for the semi-shaded area. A corner swing provides an idyllic place to relax and enjoy this peaceful space. Plantings along the path lovingly tended by

rear garden and pool area. Muhly and native

a day on the island, especially if you end the

the homeowner include ajuga, agapanthus,

grasses provide low-maintenance year-round

afternoon with refreshments and musical

hydrangea, fatsias, farfugium japonicum (or

texture and color. An expansive veranda

entertainment during the Garden Party at the

leopard plants), and African iris. Artfully

invites entertaining where guests can enjoy

tabby cabins. So, grab your hats, sunglasses,

mixed in with the majestic live oaks are Meyer

marvelous marsh views and whimsical garden

bug spray, and some comfy shoes, and meet us

lemon, olive, and maple trees.

sculptures. Lush giant philodendron Xanadu

in the garden on April 30!

and Chinese fringe trees line the drive.

Vistas at King’s Point

Garden Walk tickets are $30 in advance and

(pictured in upper right corner)

Descriptions and photos taken “off season” can

may be purchased locally at ACE Garden

This timeless Spanish villa welcomes visitors

never do these gardens justice, so please get

Center, GJ Ford Bookshop, St. Simons Drug

with a formal courtyard garden featuring

your tickets and visit these beautiful outdoor

Co., and Righton Books. They can also be

massive Enzo Zago Italian terra cotta

oases for yourself. Each one has its own special

purchased online with a credit card or via

containers filled with dramatic mature agave

appeal, and you can stroll through them all

PayPal at cassinagardenclub.org and picked

plants at its center. To the side of the home,

at your leisure with Garden Club docents at

up at the cabins on the day of the Garden

you’ll encounter a formal boxwood garden

each stop to point out interesting features and

Walk. Same-day tickets will be sold for $35

and “Jim the Rabbit” as well as stunning vistas

answer any questions you might have. If you’re

at the cabins. For further ticket information,

of the Sidney Lanier Bridge and Brunswick

a gardener, there’s a wealth of inspiration!

please contact Gail Cook at 404.310.1525 or

River. A hydrangea-lined path leads to the

Even if you aren’t, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy

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Frolic Fairies with the

ast summer, some fairy garden enthusiasts in the Magnolia Garden Club discussed their whimsical creations at a meeting, sparking inspiration and

life through the gardener’s imagination.

Plants used can be real, dried, or artificial, as it suits the gardener. Changes can be made on a whim, seasonally, or not at

excitement. An idea took hold to share the tiny

all. The gardener

gardens with the public during a springtime

is in control of this

tour and a committee was formed. Thus

world. Whether the

began the planning for a Fairy Garden Tour in

fairy garden is in a

Historic Old Town Brunswick. The club started

quiet corner of the yard or in

working in earnest on handmade fairies and

a container inside to be admired,

gardens in the beginning of 2022 and will be

they designed to be fun. You may

unveiling their magical masterpieces during

discover that your own houseplants

an inaugural Fairy Garden Tour on April 23.

offer space for the addition of a fairy

You’re invited to peek in on the pixies in eight

scene. After visiting the fairy garden

beautiful Old Town gardens between 10:00

tour, you may start to see little nooks

a.m.-2:00 p.m., rain or shine. You’ll find the

and potential playgrounds for

fairies in houses or hanging from vines or

fairies everywhere!

playing near the beach. Two of the gardens are Certified Backyard Wildlife Habitats and

The Welcome Center (#6),

there’s even a garden where “real” fairies will

presented by Karen Figueroa,

frolic on the hour. Intrigued? Read more …

Sandy Dean and Nora Sue Spencer, is the place to pick

According to our friends at the Magnolia

up tickets purchased online or

Garden Club, a fairy garden is essentially

to purchase tickets on the day of

a dollhouse for gardeners. Whether the

the tour. There will be knowledgeable folks

inhabitants of the garden are fairies or

here from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to answer

gnomes, their surroundings take on a magical

questions and give directions. There will also APRIL 2022

be water available for purchase

fairy scenes. Look over, under,

tree. Trailer Park fairies are

hammocks, and a fire pit for the

here and at The Fairy Market

up, and down to find fairies busy

particularly adventurous, as they

evening campfire and story time.

(#1), presented by Karen Dwyer.

at play or resting at their homes.

love to wander, to explore new

A border of snapdragons and

The market will be stocked

Visitors will also be introduced to

destinations and enjoy nature.

zinnias add a riot of color to this

with handmade fairies, fairy

the beauty of dried flowers and

Folklore tells us that fairies

whimsical springtime garden

headbands, plants, and fairy

ways in which to use them.

have magical powers and love

gardens in wooden boxes, the perfect size for any porch.

mischief-making late at night

It is well known by those of us

Camper Glam Park (#4),

under the moonlight and stars.

who have friends among the

presented by Connie Neimans,

The vintage camper homes

“Wee Folk” that they have very

In The Hidden Gardens (#2),

holds a village of fairies and their

are landscaped with pebbles

busy lives. Washing the feet of

presented by Sandy Colhard,

friends living in vintage campers

for pathways, picnic tables for

caterpillars can literally take a

there’s a scavenger hunt for little

underneath a big old magnolia

dining al fresco, twig tents,

whole afternoon! And as

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babysitting fairies can attest,

their personality in their

sipping acorn tea and nibbling

telling sleep-tight stories to

beautiful homes. There are even

sunbeam cookies. Perhaps you’ll

baby hummingbirds, although

high-rise condos in orchid pots

catch a glimpse of fairy children

rewarding, can take your breath

attached to the trees. The fairies

flitting in and out of the hanging

away. When they want some

at this garden are protected

moss in a game of tag. Keep

“me time,” fairies have retreats,

by the live oaks and are living

looking, for there is much to see

getaways, hideouts, and quiet

blissfully, their existence known

here, and listen too, because you

places to rest their wings, so to

only by the gardener.

just might hear a bumblebee crew

speak. A Lake House Roost (#5),

singing their favorite songs as

presented by Guynel Johnson

A Woodland Hamlet (#8),

they buzz around the abundant

with artistic credit to Jerry

presented by Shelley LaForte,

blooming flowers.

Burkard, is just such a place.

has the distinction of hosting the

Highly rated on FlyRnR (Fly, Rest

world’s largest fairy house. You

The Wings and Wands (#3)

& Relax -- a popular site for the

may have seen it on the TV show

garden, presented by Linda

winged folk), this cottage is much

“Homes of the Fairy Famous!”

Flournoy, is an extra special one,

loved for its rustic appeal and

This tiny town has everything a

so don’t miss it! Listen for the bells

earthy fragrance. It has plenty of

family would need rising high into

to chime on the hour, because

outside space to lollygag around

the trees. There is even a park

that’s when the “real” fairies come

and take in sunsets. It also offers

in the stump. This garden will

out to frolic. You’ll adore seeing

a dock where guests can take out

change your mind about small

these winged youngsters at play

a small boat to watch the moon

town living and have you singing

with their fairy godmothers

rise on the water and listen to the

about “Movin’ On Up!”

lovingly attending to their needs.

frogs sing. The interior boasts

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The garden’s lush vegetation and

a spacious open living area and

Forest Hideaway (#9), presented

beautiful water feature offer a

quiet spot for a sleeping nest.

by Jan Galloway, reminds us that

delightful place to romp.

we share the wooded spaces of An Enchanted Pond (#7),

our yards with all kinds of living

The Magnolia Garden Club

presented by Mary Lou Hagey,

creatures that interact together –

wants to express special thanks

is a garden that naturally lures

including fairies. Such a quiet and

to Jeff Faletto for sharing his

fairies, because they love to be

peaceful yard shares its secrets

artist talents and to Kate Dart

near the water. In fact, koi are

with those who are observant.

of Merci Bouquet Flower Truck

their best friends! The fairies

Look at every stump and notice

and Hollie Edgy at the Flower

have built a whole community of

the little benches and tables and

Basket for supplying flowers

homes around the pond, and the

the fishing pond. The wee folk

to dry. Tour tickets are $10 for

HOA does not pick house colors

visit here and have all kinds of

adults and $5 for children 5

here! The fairies are totally free

social interaction. You may find

and older. Follow the Magnolia

frog friends and happy snails

Garden Club Facebook page for

to express

purchase information or contact Sandy Dean at 912.996.0663 or deanhome@bellsouth.net. Organized in 1957, the Magnolia Garden Club continues to hold the objectives of the advancement of gardening, beautification and historic preservation within the City of Brunswick and its Old Town District. And this inaugural

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Fairy Garden Tour shows that this “old” club still has some creative new tricks! APRIL 2022

Escape to Margaritaville Calling all Parrotheads and anyone who would love to spend a night in Key West without leaving St. Simons Island. The Coastal Symphony of Georgia invites you to The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort on Friday, May 21, for an Escape to Margaritaville at Cabaret 2022. Steel drums and guitar, warm ocean breezes, tropical cocktail concoctions, and the beautiful island flora decorating the enchanting Atlantic Court outdoor venue will make you feel like you might be mere steps away from Duval Street.

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abaret Chair Meredith Deal, Symphony President Marjorie Mathieu, along with fellow Steering Committee members Sharon Flores

and Kern Baker, and Men’s Committee Chairs Jimmy Bishop and Drew Holland, have been busy planning this 18th annual signature fundraising event. Their vision is a casually elegant evening under the stars that evokes that “changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes” laid-back island vibe of the Keys but still has the buzz of excitement that always accompanies Cabaret. No formal attire required. Dress festively and ready to have fun! The night begins with the most popular activity in

TOP: Sheila Smith with Chris Triplett and David Lowe of Edward on Saint Simons, the provider of the tropical floral displays and centerpieces at the event. RIGHT: Cabaret

Chair Meredith Deal with flowers from Edward on Saint Simons.

Key West: cocktail hour! Beginning at 6:00 p.m., there will be booze in the blender rendering the event’s namesake frozen concoction, but if a margarita isn’t your beverage of choice, plenty of other options will be available to quench your thirst. Whether the menu for the seated dinner that APRIL 2022

follows includes a cheeseburger in paradise,

destinations in the U.S. and abroad (Tuscany).

complete with lettuce and tomato, Heinz 57

Everyone is invited to participate in the silent

and French-fried potatoes, remains to be seen,

auction, even if you aren’t attending the event

but the food is sure to be delicious. Beloved

or a Coastal Symphony of Georgia patron.

local trop rock troubadour Leo Dean will be on

All bids will be made exclusively via your

hand to with guitar and steel drums to perform

cellphone at the event (or from home on your

tunes made famous by Jimmy Buffett. Don’t be

computer or tablet), so please pre-register and

afraid to sing along with those classic hits. We

bring your cell phone with you to the event.

know you know the words by heart!

You’ll be able to set a text alert if you are outbid or pre-set a bidding limit that allows the system

Cabaret is known for its live and silent

to place your bids automatically, so you don’t

auctions, offering wonderful items donated by

need to continuously check whether you’re

local merchants and exciting trips, including

winning. Because you’ll pay securely

TOP: Drew Holland, Creta Nichols, Jimmy Bishop, Sibby Gruber, Susie Salvatore; LEFT: Kern Baker, Carol Sabo, Margaret Montondo OPPOSITE PAGE, LEFT: Pamela Hamilton, Linda Ganas, Meredith Deal; RIGHT: Kay Harrell, Leslie Irwin

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I’d like to go where the pace of life’s slow. Could you beam me somewhere, Mister Scott?

- Jimmy Buffet, “Boat Drinks” 1979

via phone, there won’t be long check-out lines;

to purchase online, call 912.634.2006, or email

you’ll simply pick up your items. Detailed

coastalsymphonyofgeorgia@gmail.com.

instructions will be provided at a later date. For over 17 years, Cabaret patrons and Tickets are $175 per person, and because

corporate sponsors have allowed The Coastal

seating is limited, it’s likely to sell out quickly, so

Symphony of Georgia to raise significant funds

reserve your spot now! Patron packages

to help keep the music playing. Please continue

are available for preferred seating.

their legacy by escaping to Margaritaville right

Visit coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org

here on St. Simons Island this May.

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lthough our local garden walks take place in April, childhood rhymes taught us that May is the month for flowers. Colorful floral crowns and May poles festooned with blooms are traditional ways to welcome the month on May Day, but it’s the Run for the Roses that gets the big spotlight! The 148th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 7, and the best way to enjoy it on St. Simons Island is to “stop and smell the roses” at Frederica Academy’s signature Derby Day fundraiser. The 20th Annual Derby Day event will be held at Sea Island’s Retreat Clubhouse from 5:00-9:30 p.m. This highly anticipated evening of fun includes a race simulcast, raffle, online silent auction, and live auction. Ladies in their best Derby hats and fascinators and gents in seersucker suits will enjoy scrumptious fare, mint juleps, and other libations, on the scenic grounds

where Beachview Event Rentals & Design has worked their magic to create a festive atmosphere with tents, tables, and outdoor seating areas. When the trumpet sounds for the race at 6:45 p.m., guests will gather to watch the horses and jockeys as they speed down the track, jostling for a spot in the Winner’s Circle. Following the simulcast, the excitement continues with lively bidding for fantastic experience packages and other live auction items. Once the live auctions conclude, patrons can dance the night away with music by local favorites Mason Waters and the Groove Allstars during the post-race band party. Last call will be at 9:30 p.m. This year’s co-chairs Dana & Denny Carter and Katie & Jason Widener invite everyone to join the fun. “Derby Day planning began months ago, and we’re excited to say that thanks to a team of dedicated and inspired FA volunteers, this year’s event will be better than ever. We encourage patrons to dust off their hats and seersucker suits and join us on Saturday, May 7.” Once enrolled for a sponsorship or registered for the online silent auction, Derby Day patrons will receive email and text

communications, which will provide updates on the online auction and raffle. They can view, bid, and check-out via this the website. Derby Day attendees will need to have a smartphone accessible for the event. The items donated for this auction are always impressive and you’re encouraged to bid on as many items as you’d like! Remember the proceeds from this event directly supports Frederica

Academy’s mission, “To maximize the potential of each student and to prepare every student for college and adult life through the development of mind, body, and spirit.” All details and updates regarding Derby Day, including sponsorships, silent auction, live auction, and raffle can be found on the Derby Day website, which can be accessed by texting FADerby to 76278 or by visiting FADerby.givesmart.com.

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or over eighty years, The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort has welcomed guests to St. Simons Island with a legendary blend of gracious Southern hospitality and historic charm. A central pillar of its popularity lies in the heart of the kitchens and culinary offerings of the beloved resort. In the last year, The King and Prince debuted two new eateries on the island, each aptly designed to embrace warm Southern traditions.

regional offerings like Wild Georgia Shrimp and Georgia pecans. Not to be overshadowed, the ECHO bar features a robust and awardwinning craft cocktail program offering seasonal libations like The Pollinator. This cocktail made with local honey, citrus and Illegal Mezcal Tequila celebrates the coming of Spring when the Dogwoods blossom. As the only oceanfront restaurant on the island, ECHO remains a treasured favorite among residents, returning guests and new visitors.

No dining room is more cherished by The King and Prince than signature restaurant ECHO, located in the resort’s lobby. Once a key installation during World War II, ECHO is named for the resort’s role in housing towers that were used to amplify radar signals. The

Housed on resort grounds, The Cottage Custard + Coffee is a charming coffee shop featuring caffeinated delights from local coffeemaker Wake Up Coffee Co. alongside frozen custard treats and fresh baked goods. The Cottage hosts regular family-friendly events at no cost to the community on its lawn, an area outfitted with fire pits, corn hole and a castle playground for children. Since opening in early 2021, The Cottage remains the only shop on St. Simons Island offering frozen custard.

resort also accommodated naval air officers’ quarters and classrooms during this time. Today ECHO features a Coastal-inspired, Southern menu curated by way of longstanding relationships with local and regional farmers and purveyors. Resort Executive Chef Tom Cook routinely refreshes breakfast, lunch and dinner menus based on seasonality and Southern culinary trends. Guests can expect to find dishes highlighting

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In January of 2022, 100 Tabbystone was unveiled at The King and Prince Golf Course, Home of the Hampton Club, a course renowned for its dramatic landscape of live

oak trees, salt marshes, and breathtaking lagoons. 100 Tabbystone is the newest restaurant to open on the north end of St. Simons Island and serves American fare. The charming restaurant, located within the relaxed warmth of the low country Clubhouse, offers indoor and outdoor seating, and features an impressive variety of Bourbon labels and Bourbon-based craft cocktails. The King and Prince continues to enhance our cherished island through their commitment to gracious Southern hospitality and the tradition of entertaining in the South. To learn more, call 800.342.0212 or visit kingandprince.com.

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Roth individual retirement account (IRA) provides tax advantages that a traditional IRA does not. Qualified Roth IRA withdrawals are always federal income tax-free and usually state income tax-free as well, depending on the state (they are tax-free in Georgia). Taxpayers can convert all or a portion of a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA by paying the tax now. This allows high earners to bypass the income limits for yearly Roth IRA contributions – this is also known as a “backdoor Roth.” This may seem counterintuitive, but there are several good reasons for Roth conversions. Current federal tax rates are probably as low as they will ever be. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 reduced the average federal income tax rate from

20.8% to 19.3%, but tax rates are increasing slightly each year due to inflation and new legislation passed by Congress that could raise individual tax rates significantly in the next few years. Additionally, the conflict in Europe has affected the stock market and prices are down. Essentially, this means that an investment that was worth $100,000 at the end of 2021 might be worth $75,000 now. If you convert that $75,000 and later your investments regain their value, you have avoided tax on $25,000. Another advantage of Roth IRAs is that there is no required minimum distribution, making them a great asset for higher income individuals to leave to their heirs. There are also some potential disadvantages to Roth conversions that taxpayers should

be aware of. First, there is a “five-year rule.” Generally, Roth IRAs allow tax and penalty-free withdrawals after the age of 59½. For Roth conversions, there is a 10% penalty on withdrawals made before the account is five years old. The clock starts on January 1st of the year that the first conversion occurs. Another consideration for retired taxpayers is Medicare Part B: the monthly premium is based on your modified adjust gross income (MAGI) for the prior

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DOWNTOWN DELIGHT WE HAD SUCH A BLAST working on March’s “Takin’ It Downtown” feature and highlighting our special and unique Port City of Brunswick, its historic district, and many of the businesses that contribute to its fun and funky vibe. The overwhelmingly positive

t the point we decided to make downtown Brunswick our focus, naturally we reached out to h2o creative group to help us get started. Boy, did they come through and we’re so appreciative for their contributions. Not only did Lance Sabbe open his home as part of our “Old Town, New Vibe” section, the lovely ladies you see at Daddy Cate’s Coffee in “Brunswick: Morning, Noon & Night” are part of h2o’s dynamic creative team.

response to that issue has blown us away! When Ben Slade, the former Executive Director of the St. Simons Land Trust and the Chair of the Board of Directors for Forward Brunswick, tells you that it might be the best issue of Elegant Island Living ever, that’s heady praise!

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Anne Goodstein is equally creative outside of her work at h2o. After the current exhibit of intriguing interactive photographic art by Nathaniel Thompson at SoGlo Gallery closes on April 9, an exhibit entitled “Hope” featuring works by Anne and her husband Christophe will be on display there. Come out to the opening reception on Wednesday, April 13 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to meet her in person, if you haven’t already. Some other

new art we’re excited to share is vibrant work by Kevin Bongang that now beautifies the plain concrete building you saw in “Moving Brunswick Forward.” Owner Kelly Hnatt of BuildWise Project Management shared a photo of the new mural (above). Turn to our Social Scene gallery on pages 86-87 in this issue to see photos from the ribbon-cutting at Queen Square, March’s First Friday fun, and Tipsy’s 10th Anniversary Street Party. Continue to keep up with downtown events and live music by visiting EIL’s online calendar, “I’m With the Band” listings, and by following our social media accounts. As always, we encourage you to check the Marketplace Directory on our website to see listings including maps, social media links, and other information for the businesses you see in our pages. Elegant Island Living is proud to be a part of this community – on both sides of the causeway!

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you bring should. be based on your relationship with the graduate. Most of all, remember it’s the thought that counts. No gift is too small, and a thoughtful gift is always a better choice over the most expensive.

My favorite small gestures when going to someone’s home for dinner are fun paper cocktail napkins, good chocolate, a small bottle of wine or Prosecco, or fresh flowers. When staying in someone’s home for the weekend, some thoughtful gifts are linen cocktail napkins, personalized items, a beautiful picture frame, or a coffee table book. If invited to a graduation ceremony or party, bring a gift. The type of gift

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ost locals know Tracie Beane as the “Toy Lady” from her 20 years as the owner of Whippersnappers toy store. Although she sold that business in 2019 and retired, Tracie discovered that sitting at home isn’t her style and went to work at St. Simons Drug Co. As her time there has progressed, new tasks have been put on her plate, and she now handles the purchasing of the toys, games, books, and puzzles you see on their shelves. There couldn’t be a more natural fit! Tracie explains that retail is in her blood. Originally from Tennessee, Tracie moved to St. Simons Island in 1999 when her parents retired here. She had grown up working in her parents sporting goods store, handling its trophy and custom work. The opportunity to purchase Whippersnappers was available, so Tracie took advantage of it and started her life here on the island. While owning the business could be stressful and exhausting for a single mom, she is proud of the reputation and customer base she built, and rightfully so! Tracie credits her husband, Bob, who came into her life more than a decade ago, for being a huge help in the store and at home. Now Tracie is thrilled to be back doing what she loves in a place with a fantastic staff (that includes her son Spencer) and reputation for excellent service, where so many of her former customers come to shop. She says with a touch of bemusement, “And they’re always so happy to see me!” This really shouldn’t be a surprise as she has helped many parents and grandparents, friends and family, locals and tourists alike, pick out S T. S I M O N S D R U G C O.

perfect birthday and Christmas gifts for the children being celebrated. When asked what toys are currently popular or trending, Tracie says that’s tough to answer. “Electronics make toys a challenge, so we’re always trying to find toys that encourage kids to use their imagination. Without needing batteries. Family games are very popular, because they get everyone involved.” St. Simons Drug Co. has everything from classic toys and children’s books, stuffed animals, baby and toddler toys, to family games, puzzles, and creative crafting. Tracie’s favorite part of the job is demonstrating the toys. She loves when people ask her what a good gift would be for a certain aged child, so she can choose a toy or two and show how it works and exactly why kids find it appealing. She also makes the store employees try everything out when she gets an order in, so they too can answer questions about the toys offered. So don’t hesitate to drop by and pick out some new toys or games and let Tracie have some fun. If she happens to be wearing a toy tiara, just know that she’s earned it!

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itle sponsor RSM US LLP and tournament host organization Davis Love Foundation (DLF) recently announced that the 12th annual RSM Classic held last November raised $5,580,325 for charitable organizations. That brings the grand total raised by St. Simons Island’s official PGA TOUR event since its inception in 2010 to $28,869,523!

“The RSM Classic provides us with the opportunity each year to showcase our core value of stewardship by supporting deserving North American nonprofits in the 87 cities where our people live and work,” said Joe Adams, RSM US LLP managing partner and CEO. “Our people, clients, friends, Team RSM and the PGA TOUR share our focus on building tomorrow’s middle market leaders by supporting children and families in need.” Doug Opheim, CFO and chairman of the RSM US Foundation, says “I’m humbled each year by our people’s dedication to Birdies

Fore Love, our annual Volunteer Week and many other activities that enhance the quality of life for those in their local communities, and we at RSM are honored to amplify those efforts through the support of the RSM US Foundation. Through the 2021 RSM Classic alone, our people, clients and friends raised more than $4.8 million for those in need. Their commitment to making the world a better place is evidenced by their generosity and dedication.” In addition, RSM’s Birdies Fore Love Charity Competition donated $1 million to charities supported by PGA TOUR players who recorded the most birdies (or better) during Fall PGA events. Charitable dollars raised through The RSM Classic are distributed by the RSM US Foundation and DLF Established in 2005 by Davis Love III and his wife Robin, DLF supports national and community-based programs that focus on children and their families. Its mission is to help build a better

future for children and their families who are at risk of poor educational, economic, social and health outcomes. “Giving back to the community is at the center of the PGA TOUR’s long history, and the Davis Love Foundation is honored to partner with an organization where its tournaments have provided so much in charitable giving over the years,” said Love III. “Robin and I are thrilled about the total raised through the 2021 RSM Classic, and we’re looking forward to doing even greater things this November – all made possible due largely to our dedicated team at the Davis Love Foundation, and our incredible relationships with title sponsor RSM and other sponsors, and the Golden Isles community.” The 2022 RSM Classic is scheduled for November 14-20 at Sea Island Golf Club. For more details and volunteer opportunities, visit rsmclassic.com.

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VETERANS VILLAGE ONE STEP CLOSER Golden Isles Veterans Village, Inc. recently closed on the purchase of the property where the tiny homes that are being constructed off-site will be permanently located. Underground utilities work on the property is being currently being completed so the tiny homes can be moved there. Community support, both financial and “sweat equity,” are still needed to bring this project to fruition. Veterans deserve our support, and it is only with ongoing community efforts that the Village can be success! For information on how you can help or to donate online, please visit goldenislesveteransvillage.org.

PEDIATRIC SENSORY ROOM UNVEILED Wolfson Children’s at Southeast Georgia Health System recently unveiled its new Donohue Sensory Room, a therapeutic space designed to help children with autism spectrum disorders and/or sensory challenges feel calm, supported, and focused while at the pediatric specialty clinic. The room was made possible by a $40,000 gift from The AJ Donohue Foundation. “Our foundation’s mission started with my brother, AJ, who in the final weeks of his life, decided to raise money to support the patients and families at Wolfson Children’s Hospital,” said Luke Donohue. “It has now been 16 years since he passed away, but his vision is alive and stronger than ever.” Wolfson Children’s Hospital Vice President of Operations Thabata Ford stated, “Thanks to the generosity and continued support of The AJ Donohue Foundation, as well as to our longstanding partners at Southeast Georgia Health System, we are able to go the extra mile to meet the needs of families seeking specialized pediatric services close to home.” sghs.org MORNINGSTAR RECEIVES GRANT Thanks to the generosity of our community in meeting the funding challenge presented by the Murray Challenge Grant, Morningstar Children and Family Services recently received a grant from the Stuart and Eulene Murray Foundation to complete renovations to Bradley Cottage. One of three residential homes on campus, Bradley Cottage was temporarily closed in August 2021 due to staffing shortages created by the pandemic. This presented the opportunity to make extensive renovations

to the facility. Hank and Julie Rowland were on hand to officially present the grant. Hank’s great-grandfather, Stuart Murray, and his wife Eulene established the Foundation. Julie has worked closely with Morningstar through her business PillowGrace and its philanthropic arm, the PillowGrace Project, as well as other charitable organizations. Established in 1996, Morningstar is the only residential program in Georgia dedicated to foster children with developmental disabilities. Learn more at morningstarcfs.org.

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Hans F. Trupp, CCIM founder and former Chairman of Trupp Hodnett Enterprises and The Management Company prior to taking the companies public (NYSE, RZT) in an IPO in 1998 has reentered the real estate business locally through an affiliation with eXp realty. eXp is a cloud based publicly traded (NASDAQ, EXPI) company with more than 79,000 real estate agents in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, India, Mexico, Portugal, France, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Italy, Hong Kong, Colombia, Spain and continues to scale internationally. This internet based high technology company will totally revolutionize the real estate

industry both with relationships of buyers and sellers and the relationship that sales people have with the company. Trend Magazine has described eXp as the Amazon of real estate. eXp realty offers a very unique agent attraction program and Hans has partnered with veteran Atlanta broker John Adams to inform and educate agents throughout the United States about eXp, one of the fastest growing real estate companies in the nation. Adams is well known throughout Georgia for his educational activities on behalf of the Georgia Real Estate Commission, and his regular appearances on Fox 5 Atlanta and CNN. He continues to be a freelance journalist with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution with more than 1,000 articles in print.

Thanks to the internet, eXp’s state of the art revolutionary cloud based technology and a unique revenue sharing plan Hans and his team are able to offer a performance-based, no risk maximum 4% listing commission on any real estate both residential and commercial. No risk - you can cancel the listing at any time for any reason. Hans would also be pleased to share his broad business knowledge and experience with anyone interested in a free no obligation consultation session with regard to any real estate problem. Call, email or text him if you would like to explore his listing program or if you have any questions with regard to eXp, one of the fastest growing real estate companies in the nation with now over 79,000 agents and growing.

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BUSINESS BUZZ VERDUZCO NOW PROVIDING FIBER-SEAL SERVICES Bryan Thompson, CEO of Fiber-Seal of Southeast Georgia, a local business that provides superior fabric, carpeting and furniture protection services, is pleased to announce a business partnership with George Verduzco, owner of Splash Eco Auto Spa. George Verduzco Originally from California, Verduzco graduated from Brunswick High School in 1998 and has been selfemployed since 2003. He and his wife Maite are expecting their first child together this year. George is also celebrating 20 successful years as the owner of the Golden Isles’ premier auto detailing business, with Splash offering five specialized high-quality detailing packages utilizing Eco-friendly products. Now, just as George has helped vehicle owners protect their wheels and whips, he can help you protect your furniture, carpets, and fabrics at home as a Fiber-Seal technician. To learn more about Fiber-Seal’s services, visit segeorgia.fiberseal.com

A LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME Birdie’s of St. Simons, the island’s newest women’s apparel and gift boutique, is ready to open its doors and celebrate! Please join owners, Ally Haney and Jenny Thompson at 1663 Federica Rd. (in front of St. Simons Drug Co.) on April 14th, from 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. for their Grand Opening! Sips and snacks will be served up all day, as well as live music and exclusive trunk shows. Ally and Jenny both dreamed of having their own store where they can make women feel wonderful and special for any occasion – and dreams come true! You can also shop online at birdiesofstsimons.com; Instagram: @birdies.ssi.

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WHITE STAR CONTINUES COLEY ELECTRIC LEGACY Building on legacy and operating with integrity, White Star Supply is the trusted electrical and plumbing supply source for designers, homeowners, and contractors in the Golden Isles. Located in Brunswick and Waycross, White Star Supply provides the best quality of products for all electrical, lighting, and plumbing needs. The Shanks family of SSI are proud to continue the highest quality of service expected by their client and vendor partners. The Shanks family trusts that the White Star Supply name and brand will always represent who they are and what they believe in, with their faith as their guiding light. To learn more about White Star Supply, visit whitestarsupply.com.

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SEE THEM RUN Come out to support Girls on the Run of the Golden Isles and witness the thrill of accomplishment and pure JOY! The annual GOTR 5K will be held at Blythe Island Regional Park on Saturday, May 7, starting at 8:30 a.m. This is a trail run that is open to the public. Because Girls on the Run focuses on self-improvement and achieving goals, the race is not chip-timed (there will be a clock at the finish). Girls who are currently participating in the program are already registered for the 5K and will receive their race materials the morning of the event. For all other 5K participants, packets can be picked up starting at 7:30 a.m. on race day. Register online at gotrgoldenisles.org/5K. SPRING FESTIVAL AT THE FARM Come meet Blossom and Poppy! These sweet new additions to The Farm at Oatland North will be happy to greet you along with Mr. Wonkey Donkey, and the many other rescued horses, goats, pigs, and cats at the annual Spring Festival. This free event that includes games, snacks, and lots of family fun will take place at 70 Cannons Point, SSI, on April 10 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. There’s always a wonderful turnout of island children and their families, as well as the volunteers and donors who ensure loving care is provided to over three dozen animals at The Farm. All donations to the non-profit Farm at Oatland North benefit the care and feeding of the animals. thefarmssi.org

SINGING TO SAVE LIVES Local “legends” will be grabbing the mic for a cure on Friday, April 22 as part of the ACS Victory Board CUREoke event presented by Parker’s. Come out to The Tree Bar at Bennie’s Red Barn from 7:00-10:00 p.m. to enjoy an evening of food and fun performances hosted by local 80s cover band Squirt Gun. Proceeds from this musical extravaganza benefit the American Cancer Society. Thanks in part to ACS contributions, more than 1.5 million lives have been saved in the US in the past two decades. Surely that’s a good reason to come out and celebrate! Tickets are $50/person and include dinner and two drink tickets. They can be purchased online at acsvictoryboard.org. Follow American Cancer Society Victory Board social media accounts for updates and performer reveals.

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A BIG CROWD OF ALL AGES TURNED OUT TO SHOW THEIR LOVE FOR THE GEORGIA BULLDAWGS WHEN THE GOLDEN ISLES HELD ITS OWN PARADE TO CELEBRATE OUR LOCAL PLAYERS ON THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING TEAM, JACK PODLESNY AND WARREN MCCLENDON, AND MEMBERS OF THE REDCOAT MARCHING BAND. St. Louis Cardinals ace and Glynn Academy alum Adam Wainwright was the Master of Ceremonies and Glynn Academy State Wrestling Champion Jackson Wakeland was also included in the parade. GOOOO DAWGS! 84

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IT WAS A GORGEOUS DAY FOR THE GOLDEN ISLES ROTARY TO PRESENT THE ANNUAL RED HOT ROTARY CHILI COOKOFF. Top Honors in the Judged category went to S & E Superior Cleaners, while Faithworks took home the #1 People’s Choice Award. Safe Harbor took second place in both of those categories. Homebridge won for Best Heat and Most Unique, while Toucan’s Ale House had the Best Booth Theme. Congrats to all! 1. Thomas Zachry, Rob Cable, Robert Kozlowski. 2. Greg Stein, Buddy Stein, John, Katie and Sam Peavy, Susan Stein. 3. Toucan’s Ale House Team. 4. Bob and Joanie Galasso. 5. Bud, Karen and Jack Long. 6. Becky and Davey King. 7. Tom and Ellen Scott. 8. Monica Beale, Devan Lewis, Sonja Little, Anne Rogers. 9. Michael Hullihan, Michele and Mike Massina with Georgia. 10. Steve Harris, JJ and Tweeter Johnson, Karen Clastille, Dennis Hirstein. 11. Brenda Williams, Cameron Atkinson, Lonnie Johnson. 12. Carolyn Nolan, Cindy Leinbert, John Frankenfield. 13. Matt Barnes, Michael Leone, Anthony Pusateri. 14. Faithworks Chili Team. APRIL 2022

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THE FIRST WEEKEND IN MARCH WAS A BIG ONE FOR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRUNSWICK. Before First Friday festivities kicked off, there was a ribbon cutting in Queen Square NE to celebrate the extensive renovations done there by Signature Squares with the assistance of community sponsors, businesses, and donors. First Friday featured live music with Idle Hands as part of the Brunswick Music District concerts, a super pong game, art exhibit openings at SoGlo Gallery and The Ritz. At Creative Frameworks & Gallery there was a meet & greet reception to welcome new resident artists Boni Ray Chaney (abstract painting) and Michelle Holton (photography). Saturday was filled with street fair revelry highlighted by numerous local bands and entertainers taking the stage throughout the day to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tipsy McSway’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill. This Port City knows how to party! 86

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FATHERS AND DAUGHTERS PACKED ZIGGY’S FOR THE ANNUAL AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY VICTORY BOARD FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE. THE EVENT SOLD OUT EARLY THIS YEAR AND WE APPLAUD ALL THE DADS AND OTHER FATHER FIGURES WHO TOOK THIS SPECIAL TIME WITH THEIR PRECIOUS GIRLS BEFORE THE BIG GAME ON SUPER BOWL SUNDAY. WATCH THE ACS VICTORY BOARD’S SOCIAL MEDIA AND TUNED FOR MORE FUN EVENTS TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. 88

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WINE, WOMEN & SHOES RETURNED TO ST. SIMONS ISLAND IN A BIG WAY AND AT A NEW VENUE. THIS YEAR, FREDERICA GOLF CLUB HOSTED THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED GIRLS’ DAY OUT PRESENTED BY AUXILIARY OF HOSPICE OF THE GOLDEN ISLES. Afternoon fun included wine sampling, phenomenal shopping, a delicious lunch, charming Shoe Guys, and an absolutely fabulous fashion show. Proceeds from ticket sales, auctions and raffles held at the event benefit Hospice of the Golden Isles. (Photos by Annaliese Kondo) APRIL 2022

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BACKBEAT BOULEVARD ROCKED THE TREE BAR AT BENNIE’S RED BARN TO ENTERTAIN THE CROWD AT THE KEEP GOLDEN ISLES BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY JUBILEE. Attendees also enjoyed a barbeque buffet with all the fixins and lots of laughter and love for the community. Proceeds from this annual event support KGIB projects and programs to beautify the Golden Isles. Keep your eye out for an online auction this summer too! 1. Jack and Elissa Stone. 2. Brooks and Kathy Kieffer. 3. Brian, Meg and Will Correy. 4. Tricia and Ken Pini. 5. KGIB Executive Director Lea King-Badyna, Advisory Board Member Teresa Mason, Executive Assistant Christy Trowbridge. 6. Rylie Duncan, Michael Brand. 7. Monique Cothern, Evelyn Smith, Lea Kemp, Donna McCullough, Jerry Beecham, Jan Lynch. 8. Phillip and Ally Carlyle. 9. Brad and Margaret Proctor. 10. Bentley and Michael Kaufman with their youngest daughter. 11. Keith and Chrys Graham. 12. Scott McQuade, Blake and Maggie Hughes. 13. Jason Hagan, Audrey Shingler, Nicole Shingler. 14. Sheila and Steve Colquitt. 90

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THE BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECENTLY HELD THE 2022 CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC AT FREDERICA GOLF COURSE. Despite it being a chilly, damp, and grey day, turnout was great, and everyone had fun. The team from Nalley Brunswick Buick GMC walked away with a first place finish with First Tier Underwriters and Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation following in second and third, respectively. 1. Chris Phillips, Jason O’Connor. 2. Bryan Corry, Brad Piazza. 3. Jordan Roberson, Slade Sikes, Bo Strickland, Colby Harris. 4. Alex Speight, Price Rogers. 5. Caleb Powell, Josh Ferguson. 6. Luke Gowen, Kevin Ellis, Matt Robinson. 7. Chris Thomas, Patrick Osborn, Greg Rhodes, Marty Finder. 8. Alex Speight, Richard Russell, Matt Jones. 9. Kevin Baker, Brandon Miralle, Stephen Miller, Don Asdell. 10. Greg Wellstead, Sam Choate, Mike Todd. 92

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“THRIVING, NOT JUST SURVIVING” WAS THE THEME OF THE 22ND ANNUAL AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY BREAST CANCER FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON RECENTLY HELD AT SEA PALMS RESORT. Eight local models who are all breast cancer survivors showed off current fashions from area boutiques. The sold-out event enthusiastically emceed by Bryan Thompson was a tremendous success due to the generosity of the community and the leadership of committee chairs, Joy Cook and Rhonda Barlow. (Photos by Lindy Cofer) 1. Committee (back row): Liz McDermitt, Carole Nolan, Jackie Mull, Joy Cook, Olivia Holland, Connie Hiott, Diann Clark, Peggy Tuten; (front row): Kathleen Orians Dawson, Rhonda Barlow, Andrea Vacheron, Christy Hand, Lauren McGrath of the American Cancer Society. 2. Lori Aspinwall, Colleen Ortman, Janice Miller, Marjorie Barton, Rhonda Manning, Emelia Stambaugh. 3. Joy Cook, Jan Carriker, Rhonda Barlow, Carole Nolan, Sharon Proudfoot, Emelia Stambaugh, Diane Heinecke, Diann Clark, Connie Hiott. 4. Hannah Harrison, Blair O’Quinn, Tiffany Harrison. 5. Sharon Proudfoot, Maggie Dutton. 6. Fashion Show Models: Sherrie Beecher, Ruby Jackson, Judy Sutton, Robin Nunn, Jo Scott, Angie Votsis, Jackie Mull, Peggy Tuten. 7. Joyce White (Evelyne Talman), Jo Scott, Jackie Mull. 8. Robin Nunn, Kay Miller (Planter’s Exchange), Angie Votsis. 9. Delaney Stringer, Gail Stringer (Maggie’s Boutique), Judy Sutton, Ruby Jackson, Sherrie Beecher. 10. (back row): Erica Stamp, Wendy Googe, Diane Bowen; (front row): Martina Buice, Maquette Shark, Sara Chilton. 11. Jan Carriker, Lila Magbee. 12. (back row): Ivy Brown, Alisha Wiggins, Diane Wilson; (front row): Robin Bjorn, Linda Sallins, Karina Bowles.

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THE 2ND ANNUAL GOLDEN ISLES BRIDAL SHOW PRESENTED BY THE GOLDEN ISLES WEDDING ASSOCIATION AT VILLAGE CREEK LANDING DREW BRIDES-TO-BE AND THEIR GUESTS FROM NEAR AND FAR to learn more about wedding vendors in the region. Attendees raved about the food, flowers, and more while they enjoyed the exquisite view offered by the venue. 1. Joslyn Daignault, Cheri Perrault. 2. Zerik Samples, Alexis Burkes. 3. Ashley Traylor, Lori Parker, Heather Traylor. 4. Hunter Gill, Savannah Foreman. 5. Lanette Toby, Chloresse Wright. 6. Mallory Marr, Matthew Rutledge. 7. Monica Andreae, Cynthia Linkenhoker, Stacey Gowen. 8. Emily Hutcheson, Scott Lumley. 9. Michele Meyer, Audrey Meyer. 10. Marie Stubbs, Myrick Stubbs. 11. Caitlin Nash, Emily Whaley. 12. Catherine Butler, Shahaira Harris, Delphine Ponder, Rochelle Lockett, Tabitha Givens. 13. Linda D’Alto, Lizzie Bowers, Betty Masi. 14. Ashley Williams, Mary Elizabeth Buckner. 96

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FORT FREDERICA NATIONAL MONUMENT RECENTLY HELD ITS ANNUAL AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY FESTIVAL. It featured exhibitors from local institutions as well as brief presentations by LaTanya Abbott-Austin about the life and legacy of Robert S. Abbott and Griffin Lotson, Global Goodwill Ambassador and Expert Federal Commissioner on the National Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission. The Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters performed traditional ring shouts. 1. The Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters with Kevin Pullen. 2. Historic reenactors from Fort Mose Historic Society. 3. Tim and Mary Stola, Jeanne and George Hessiling. 4. The Overstreet Family. 5. Steve and Jean Hunt. 6. Brenda and William Johnson. 7. Tami and Bill Honvlez. 8. Carol and Ron Kusala. 9. Louise and Tom Dixon. 10. Jim and Jody Fraser. 11. Maureen and Lee Redmer. 12. Steve Jennings, Jill Hamilton Anderson. 13. Laura and Paul Robb, Kate and Dan Human. 14. Pat and Molly Caine with Bear. 98

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BK’S BRIGHTNESS BRIGADE PRESENTED A BANDS & BBQ EVENT AT VILLAGE CREEK LANDING TO BENEFIT THE GOLDEN ISLES PENGUIN PROJECT. This afternoon affair was the brainchild of Penguin Project artist Brantley Kate (BK) Jones. Mason Waters & the Groove Allstars, Vic Waters, and Bonnie Blue entertained while delicious BBQ was provided by Southern Soul. Don’t miss the Penguin Project’s production of Disney’s High School Musical JR June 16-19! 1. Mason Waters and the Groove Allstars. 2. Traci Sproull, Dusty Brown, Brittany Tate. 3. Event host BK (front row, far left) with fellow Penguin Project members and mentors. 4. Mary Barnes, Hunter Anders. 5. Broker, Martin and Mary Smith. 6. Brenda Reynolds, Martha Williams. 7. Eric Adamson, Sean Wilkes. 8. Cindy Gilbert, Beth Fennell, Ron Simprini, Melanie Spivey. 9. Marge and Mike Sapp. 10. David and Alice Lanier, Virginia and Keith Higgins. 11. Pete Irby, Steven and Katy Ginn. 12. Dan Vashaw, Nicole Saxton. 13. Penguin Project Producer Allyson Jackson, Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Executive Director Heather Heath. 100 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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AS ALWAYS, INTERNATIONAL NIGHT OUT TO BENEFIT BRUNSWICK’S INTERNATIONAL SEAFARERS CENTER A SPLENDID AFFAIR. This year the event was held at The King and Prince Resort and included delicious fare highlighting international cuisine and wine, wonderful music by the Coastal Empire Orchestra, and fabulous fellowship. 1. Rick and Sharon Hindery. 2. Jessica and Ric Adrian. 3. Jim and Kelley Spaeder, Debbie Swindell. 4. Kip Peterson, Bette and Vic Peirce. 5. Dawn Schlich, Dr. Sage Campione. 6. Sam and Nick Dierlam. 7. Bob Allison and Nancy Sullivan. 8. Blair Santiago, Nick Hart, Brooke Baskin, Fred Santiago. 9. Debbie and Bubba Price. 10. Carli Cooper, Andrea Westover. 11. Tiffany and Matt Henderson. 12. Helen McGregor, Mary Virginia Keith. 13. Vicki and Pat Stokes. 14. Jeanne Earle and Jack McConnell. 102 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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IT WAS A FUN AFTERNOON AT THE FREDERICA BOATHOUSE FOR HANDBAG BINGO BENEFITING SAFE HARBOR CHILDREN’S CENTER. Designer bags were the prizes when bingo was called and ladies happily claimed their winnings. A silent auction of additional fashionable purses and bags was also held so everyone could walk away a winner. 1. Ellen Cook, Meme Curry, Nancy Stoddard, Timme Feininger. 2. Carolyn Zirpoli, Linda Olsen, Deborah Mantick. 3. Linda Kaugher, Jeanine O’Brien. 4. Julie Sellers, Wendy Baker. 5. Hillary Johnston, Brittany Clay. 6. Ellen Swindler, Heidi Garvey. 7. Mary Cason, Keith Fenton. 8. Nancy Molitor, Marsha Elsberry, Carolyn Trueblood. 9. Meg Corry, Shannon Gilreath, Valerie Dunn, Bentley Kaufman. 10. Safe Harbor Executive Director Leslie Hartman, Timme Feininger. 11. Keri Anderson, Ryan Butler, Courtney Crabb. 12. Jan Auffenberg, Martha Demere. 13. Shenon Badre, Jimmie Boyd. 104 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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319 West Fifty-Fifth Street, Sea Island, GA Cottage 441 has one of the few and finest marsh and riverfront views on Sea Island and is on one of the highest elevations in the community. Enjoy the ultimate in privacy, luxury, and style in one of the south's most magnificent private estates. This estate stands apart as an architectural masterpiece. Defined by top-quality craftsmanship, this exquisite home blends Old World elements with modern-day appointments, creating inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining. Elegant interiors have been appointed with wood paneling and hand-painted moldings, imbuing the home with European-style luxury. The cottage sits on 35-50 foot pilings. The views from both the upper and lower loggia areas overlook a substantial lap pool, hot tub, and cast stone fire pit. The home's English brick-walled garden, home exterior, and garden paths are all crafted from Savannah Gray pre-civil war bricks. Offered for $8,900,000 Listed by Susan Imhoff 912-222-5686

201 Neptune Road Unit #258, St Simons Island, GA 2BR/2BA condominium with great ocean views is located in the King and Prince, a beautiful historic resort. This ocean view location is just steps to the beach and located near highly rated restaurants, shops, swimming and tennis facilities. The fully equipped kitchen overlooks a sizable great room, with new flooring, which flows to an oversized porch, a perfect place to dine al fresco. You get ocean views to the south and the east from the balcony. There are two large bedroom suites with baths. Located only one mile from the village and the pier, you can't beat the property location. Offered for $900,000 Listed by Ann Harrell 912-222-4002

26 Admirals Cove, St Simons Island, GA Room to add a small pool behind this charming newly finished south end cottage less than one mile from the beach! Enjoy a serene setting in this quiet neighborhood conveniently located close to the island's most popular restaurants and shopping. Walk, ride a bike or golf cart to the beach in minutes. Master on the main with an adjacent sitting room, a spa bath, walk-in shower, double vanities, and two walk-in closets. Two very spacious bedrooms upstairs with huge walk-in closets. Abundant storage upstairs must see to appreciate this stunning and well-appointed home. Offered for $849,500 Listed by Georgia Bailey Usry 912-689-9300

24 Harbor Road, Jekyll Island, GA New condo! The marina and Zachry's Riverhouse are just steps away. Take the stairs or elevator to the second living floor, the condo is all on one level. There is a patio so you can watch the gorgeous sunsets over the river and marsh. Parking under the building. The pool and clubhouse will be constructed soon. All kitchen appliances are included. Minimum 3-night rental. This unit is not furnished. Builder warranty in place. Less than 1/2 mile to shopping, beach, and restaurants. This is a wonderful opportunity to have your primary, secondary, or investment home on Jekyll! Offered for $645,000 Listed by Chandra Kendall 912-258-4233

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Ocean View Condo. 2BR/2BA. king and Prince Villas. Near Popular Restaurants. $900,000

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Cottage 441, Sea Island Built with architectural integrity, Cottage 441 has one of the few and finest marsh and riverfront views on Sea Island and is on one of the highest elevations in the community. Enjoy the ultimate in privacy, luxury, and style in one of the south's most magnificent private estates. This estate stands apart as an architectural masterpiece. Defined by top-quality craftsmanship, this exquisite home blends Old World elements with modernday appointments, creating inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining. Elegant interiors have been appointed with wood paneling and hand-painted moldings, imbuing the home with European-style luxury. The cottage sits on 35-50 foot pilings. The views from both the upper and lower loggia areas overlook a substantial lap pool, hot tub, and cast stone firepit. The home's English brick-walled garden, home exterior, and garden paths are all crafted from Savannah Gray pre-civil war bricks. The flashings and gutters are lead-coated copper. Preapproved dock plans. $8,900,000

308 Hawkins Island Drive, St Simons Island This beautifully renovated in 2017-2018 home is on an eastern marsh lot. and presents fabulous sunrises over the marsh front. The flow of this elegant home makes it perfect for entertaining. The first-floor spacious master bedroom suite is adjacent to the pecky cypress library and enjoys the pool view over the marsh. The living room has a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry to display your treasures. The two-story sunroom and the spacious kitchen, family room, and breakfast area open onto the screened porch and expansive pool deck. In addition to the 5BR and 5BA, you have the option of a 6th BR or den/small kitchen with a bath. High ceilings, high-quality design, Brazilian cherry floors, and outstanding architectural details. $3,950,000

Susan Imhoff

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The Settlement at Cathead Landing is a 29 lot, 7.7 acre gated community with deep-water docks located only minutes from downtown Darien and only 12 minutes from Brunswick and the Golden Isles. The neighborhood features 29 buildable lots, a community club house with fitness center and creek side pavilion. The club house boasts a fireplace, spacious living/dining area with swimming pool. These ready-to-build lots are available complete with roads, water, electric and sewer in place. Cathead marina offers excellent boating and fishing. The deep-water dock is 27 feet deep at low tide. The creek side pavilion offers a place for relaxation with a fire pit/ cooking area as well as ample space for outdoor dining while enjoying the waterfront view. $1,450,000

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Frederica Golf Club 1.94 acre golf course lot. Cleared and Ready to build.

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Cottage 315, East 33rd Street, Sea Island There seems to be a wonderful surprise around every corner of Cottage 315, hailed by its guests as “the best beach house ever!” Masterfully planned and appointed at the direction of a proven team: Johnny Shackleford and Terry Hagin. The love and attention given to this beachside home are evident in every room and detail. Six bedrooms, eight full baths, two half baths. The media room has a full bath, closets and an oceanside balcony. Perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. There are fireplaces in the Living Room, Den, Family and Dining Room. The 625 square foot game room adds to the fun. A brick archway leads to a chef’s kitchen with vaulted and beamed ceiling, brick walls and wood floors. Saltwater pool/spa served by a covered porch, outside grilling station and fountain with statuary. Full photo gallery and floor plan at albrowncompany.com

Cottage 333, W. 41st Street, Sea Island Cottage 333 awaits your touches to return it to the warm and gracious period of entertaining enjoyed there in the caring hands of the original owner. The sophistication is evident in the two additions performed by the South's most famous architect at the time, Frank McCall, who added a grand dining room with fireplace, wide plank wood flooring, rich wainscoting and generous crown moulding. The location and adaptability of this room possibly makes it a candidate for a master bedroom suite. McCall also added a family room to complement the existing living room. Other social areas include a sitting room/office with fireplace for the master, original dining room, kitchen with adjoining breakfast room, game room and garden room. Two wet bars are in service, as well. 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths. 5,726 square feet plus double carport. .85 acre site with fenced back yard. Lots of potential! $2,995,000

316 Forest Oaks, Island Club This stunning Italian Villa is fully furnished and offers a blend of comfort and elegance on the Island Club Golf Course. Meticulously designed with a keen sense of European detail. Inviting spaces include a grand size living room with a hand painted ceiling, separate dining room, library/office with lots of custom cabinetry, and family room offering walls of windows to enjoy the terrace and 369’ of frontage on the 14th and 15th fairways. The spacious well-done kitchen and breakfast room are large enough to entertain family and friends. High ceilings, wood and stone floors, 3 fireplaces, 5 large bedrooms and baths, an exercise room, a simply wonderful wine cellar, pretty ironwork, an outdoor fountain on the arbored terrace, a tile roof and a 3-car garage make this an exceptional home. $2,690,000

Sally Hardman 912-230-0695 (cell) 888-959-9461 x283 (ofﬁce) sally.hardman@exprealty.com www.findstsimonshomes.com

You definitelY need a buYer’S agent in tHiS market!

I placed 3 new buyers in homes during the month of March using an over-ask escalation clause. Please call me if you need to sell your home for the highest dollar, want to put one under contract before the interest rates jump, or want to join our team.

30 LOTS IN PICKET LANDING - $525,000 Offered as a block. 30 lots remaining in Picket Landing Subdivision. Three of the lots are located in Phase 1 and 27 lots are located in Phase 2. The lots may also be purchased individually (the prices range from $17,000 to $35,700). Many of the lots have great marsh views. Picket Landing is a well established neighborhood in a desirable central location in Brunswick off of Blythe Island Highway approximately 1/2 mile from US Highway 341.

60 RIVER VIEW CT - $159,000 This fabulous deep-water lot with a sea wall has spectacular views and is perfect to build your dream home. Located in desirable gated Sanctuary Cove which has a deep-water community dock, fire pit area, pool, clubhouse, tennis, boat/RV storage, and the Fred Couples Signature golf course. Located right next to the community dock, pool and clubhouse, and is one of the largest and most beautiful lots in Sanctuary Cove.

JOY WRIGHT 912-230-0134 joydonwright@gmail.com

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914 RICHMOND STREET - $259,000 Charming old-style home in the historic district built in 1918 has 2,044 SF, high ceilings, 2 fireplaces, 3BR and 2BA. Some renovations were completed. The home was re-wired 3 years ago and exterior is freshly painted. The backyard has flowering trees, plants and a new pergola. Access from Reynolds Street at the rear. The adjacent lot is for sale at a discounted price of $15,000.

LET uS HELP yOu PLAn yOuR nExT VACATIOn Lilmar Properties is proud to offer visitors to St. Simons the highest quality and largest variety of vacation properties on the Island. We have been helping our guests make lasting vacation memories for over 15 years! Visit our website: LilmarVacations.com or contact us today to book your next vacation. Experience the Lilmar Difference! - Adam & Beth Witt - Owners, Lilmar Properties

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Featured Vacation rental • emmeline cottage, coast cottages, St. Simons island - Welcome to Emmeline Cottage! Recently renovated and professionally decorated, this prestigious oceanfront home boasts large windows with amazing ocean views on each floor, a rooftop terrace to catch stunning sunrises, private beach access, and is steps from the oceanfront community pool. Step into Emmeline Cottage, and you step into luxury. Every room has been decorated with comfort and elegance in mind. This 6 bed/6.5 bath has also been featured in Coastal Living magazine and is a part of the St. Simons Tour of Homes. Book your stay today for an unforgettable vacation on the island!

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1108 George Lotson | St. Simons

1000 Sea Island Road #46 | St. Simons

3BR, 2BA. Renovated '30's cottage. $685,000. Phoebe Hoaster. 912-270-5730.

2BR, 1.5BA. Mid-Island Condo. $254,900. Rachel Marascalco. 770-316-2349.

UNDER CONTRACT

1310 Demere Road | St. Simons

4326 Fifteenth Street | St. Simons

.601 Acres-potential for 3 homesites. $999,000. Phoebe Hoaster. 912-270-5730

4BR, 3.5BA. Magnificent East Beach home. $2,175,000. Kelli Osteen. 912-270-2505

912-634-9995 | SignaturePropertiesGroup.com | 600 Sea Island Rd. Ste 28, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

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VACATION RENTALS

1704 Bruce Drive | East Beach

109 Thompson Cove | St. Simons

4319 Seventh Street | East Beach

5BR, 5.5BA. SEAesta Beach House. Sleeps 16.

3 bedroom 3 bath house.

3BR, 2.5BA. Sleeps 10.

1460 Ocean Blvd 101 | St. Simons

St Simons Grand 318 | St. Simons

Ocean Walk Q8 | St. Simons

2BR, 1.5BA. Duplex.

4BR, 3BA. Top Floor.

2BR, 2BA. Second Floor Unit.

1440 Ocean Blvd 311 | St. Simons

850 Mallery St T4 | St. Simons

Beach Club 435 | St. Simons

2BR, 2BA. Direct Oceanfront.

1BR, 1BA. Ocean Walk. Upstairs unit.

2BR, 2BA. Partial Ocean View.

114 Floyd St. | St. Simons

Demere Landing 138 | St. Simons

502 Harbour Oaks | St. Simons

3BR, 2BA. Steps to pier/Village.

4BR, 3.5BA. Multi-level Condo.

3BR, 2BA. Sleeps 6.

912-634-9995 | SignaturePropertiesGroup.com | 600 Sea Island Rd. Ste 28, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

168 POiNT LANE - $1,550,000 KiNgS POiNT ESTATE LOT This magnificent 1.70 acre lot has it all, sweeping marsh views, views of Sea Island golf course (holes #4 and #5) and the tranquility of a beautiful tidal lake. The gorgeous estate lot has been meticulously cleared, soil surcharged and its live oaks preserved by an ASI certified arborist to create a private, natural home setting. All surveys, geotechnical studies and site plan are online and DNR approvals, building and drainage plans available on request.This is a rare opportunity to find such a unique, prime lot that has been completely prepped and vetted. Get ready to build your dream home and enjoy the Kings Point lifestyle. Kings Point is a private, gated enclave of 35 homes on the south end of St. Simons Island, close to the Village, Sea Island Golf Club, the Lodge at Sea Island and the beaches. Application rights to the Sea Island Club.

Mary Jo Prater Cell: 912-223-2283 maryjoprater@gmail.com

UNDER CONTRACT

10 MARiNA DRivE UNiT #311 - $670,000 ST. SiMONS Breathtaking waterfront views from this 3 bedroom, 3 bath gated community condominium. Sit on your porch and enjoy your coffee as you watch the sunrise over the Atlantic and the beautiful Golden Isles Marina. The Waterfront at the Golden Isles Marina offers sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. Live the Mariana village lifestyle, picturesque sunsets, peaceful environment and ocean breezes! Quality construction with post tensioned concrete slabs, steel framing, all exterior windows and doors have impact rated glass, Hardie board siding and shakes. Currently tenant occupied, will need 24 hours notice to show, several rooms in the condo have been painted since these interior pictures were taken. Great primary, second home or vacation rental!

912-634-9995 | SignaturePropertiesGroup.com | 600 Sea Island Rd. Ste 28, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

23 Carriage Drive - Butler Plantation Transport yourself to this unique estate offering serenity, luxury, and detailed quality rarely found on St. Simons Island. Pass through the private wrought iron gates and unwind as you enjoy the drive through wooded virgin land where deer peek out through the underbrush giving a sense of solitude. Once you’ve arrived at this architecturally pleasing home, step through the impressive foyer, with a second floor open walkway, into the gracious living room with fireplace & 20+ foot ceilings. The attention to detail is evident throughout this superbly built home with beautiful appointments and exquisite craftsmanship. There’s a spacious separate dining room. Retire to the master bedroom ensuite on the main level and relax in the sitting room with a fireplace. The master bath features double bath and closets. The Gourmet kitchen has refrigerator & freezer, double ovens, two dishwashers,Thermador downdraft cooktop, and a wet bar.The Home theatre offers the perfect opportunity for movie nights and provides ample opportunity for relaxation. There is a full-sized apartment with 2 BRs, 2 BAs, a LR with fireplace, full kitchen, dining area, private deck, & garage! There are a total of 7 Bedrooms, 6 Baths, and 2 Half Baths. This is definitely a “WOW!” from start to finish. The utilities are only $1000.00/month for this 10,688 SqFt total electric home. All 7 HVAC units were incrementally replaced in 2018, 2019, 2020. Water heater replaced in 2021. Total of 3 garages. This home is sited on 9.4 wooded acres (2 fenced). You can have your own Menagerie - horses, chickens, dogs - everyone can be very happy here. The in-ground pool & hot tub is a center of entertaining. This has it all: privacy, seclusion, beauty, and convenience. Priced below appraisal at only $3,499,000

Phoebe Hoaster 912.270.5730 PhoebeHoaster@gmail.com www.PhoebeHoaster.com 912-634-9995 | SignaturePropertiesGroup.com | 600 Sea Island Rd. Ste 28, St. Simons Island, GA 31522

Dana Hill REALTOR

912.272.4698

Nancy Phelan

Teri Moore

Karen Mumford

REALTOR

REALTOR, GRI

912.571.1948

912.638.1098

912.222.4010

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4203 Ninth St - East Beach 4BR, 4BA, 2HBA beach home sits on over .5 acre of oceanfront land. The interior is a palate for your imagination. Soaring ceiling heights and a kitchen that is a work of art. Framed in steel exceed all hurricane standards. Oceanfront terraces and balconies overlook the pool and ocean. $2,975,000

315 Carnoustie Single-level in immaculate condition overlooking the lagoon and golf course! Tabby ranch with 3-bedroom, 3.5-baths, and custom cabinetry and shelving throughout. Screened porch, patios, and pool. $1,450,000

R T DE AC N R U NT CO

1300 Downing St, Unit #375, King & Prince 3 bedroom, 3 bath unit located on third floor of the North tower of the historic King and Prince Hotel. Being sold fully furnished. Just steps to the beach! Two of the bedrooms have their own balcony with ocean views. $1,100,000

133 Hampton Point Drive Walk into this custom built home and be greeted by an expansive open floorplan with high ceilings and beautiful views of the backyard and pool. This well-maintained 7 bedroom, 7+ bathroom home offers a game room with pool table, a screened summer kitchen w/ FP & sep. guest house. $1,400,000

118 Maple Street New construction coastal cottage on Saint Simons Island! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath with primary bedroom on the main floor. Primary bathroom has his and her vanities and closets and a large walk-in shower. Two more bedrooms are located upstairs with their own private bathroom. Call for pricing information.

2341 Cate Street, Brunswick Great rental property! 3 bedroom, 1 bath home located in central Brunswick with large fenced-in back yard. Mature pecan trees and shed/workshop on the property. $115,900

Desireé Varnedoe

Emily Wages

Sarah Broyles

Elizabeth Smith

Freddy Stroud

Proper ty Manager

Rental Division

Rental Agent

Mar keting Coordinator

Broker, CRS, GRI

912.638.1144

912.269.1144

VACATION | LONG TERM RENTALS | PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Accommodation Excise Tax Cert# 011504

East Beach - 7 Coast Cottage Coastal gem steps away from the best beach on the island. 4BR, 4.5BA. Sleeps 8.

The Grand - Ocean front complex with spectacular views. Oversized pool & private boardwalk to East Beach.

King & Prince - St. Simons Island King and Prince ocean view villas. Call today to check availability!

Blue Heron Cottage Lovely new 2 story beach cottage in the heart of St Simons Island. 4 BR, 3.5 BA. Private pool. Sleeps 8.

East Beach - Sixteenth St. 5BR, 5.5BA. Breathtaking ocean views. Amazing outdoor kitchen and private pool. Sleeps 10.

St. Simons Island - Ocean Rd Amazing 5BR, 5.5BA family friendly marshfront home w/ pool. Short walk to beach. Sleeps 14.

Available Homesites Lot 7 Sanctuary Harbour Trl Waverly, GA - $13,000

253 Buffalo Drive Brunswick - $160,000

255 Saint James Ave Saint Simons - SOLD

Lot 7 Mission Drive Tolomato Island - $69,000

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Coastal Connection: Opening U.S. 17 in Georgia

hough the cooling breezes and beaches of the Golden Isles had attracted regional visitors for decades, the building of the Atlantic Coastal Highway from Calais, Maine, to Miami, Florida, transformed local tourism. The completion of U.S. 17 made this area of Georgia accessible by paved roads to thousands of motorists travelling along the coast. Construction of the Georgia section began in 1924. As the project neared completion, civic leaders in Brunswick started working on a plan to beautify local stretches of the road. As reported in The Brunswick Pilot on April 15, 1927, the state landscape engineer would be asked to develop a plan that could be executed with assistance

from the Brunswick Women’s Club. The highway near Savannah was already being planted with “palms, lilies, and other flowering plants.” The road through Georgia was officially opened at a ceremony attended by 3,000 people in the Liberty County town of Midway on October 27, 1927; however, another celebration was held nine months later in Glynn County. On July 11, 1928, the completed Georgia section was turned over to the president of the Atlantic Coastal Highway, Frank O. Miller, at an impressive, though rain-drenched, ceremony, held at the original County Casino on St. Simons Island. Unfortunately, as described in the July 13th edition of The Brunswick Pilot, the schedule of afternoon activities was curtailed due to stormy weather and high

seas. Two races were held at the St. Simons pier for “prawn boats” owned by the Portuguese fishing community, but races for smaller vessels were cancelled. Activities at the Sea Island Beach Casino were held despite the rain. These included a “Parade and Revue” of regional beauty queens, swimming competitions for adults and children, a diving exhibition, and dancing in the evening.

line was described as putting Brunswick “on the main line between north and south travel.”

The July 13th Pilot also announced the opening of passenger bus service on U.S. 17 between Savannah and Jacksonville with a stop in Brunswick. Owned by the Coastal Transport Company, a subsidiary of Sea Island Company, the new

This month’s images from the Coastal Georgia Historical Society archives show a Brunswick Pilot map of the southern half of the Coastal Highway and an early postcard of the Sea Island Casino, where many of the celebratory events took place.

Coastal Georgia Historical Society presents this article and images from our archives as part of our mission “to connect people to Coastal Georgia’s dynamic history.” The Society operates the iconic St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and the World War II Home Front Museum, housed in the Historic Coast Guard Station at East Beach. To learn more about the Society, its museums, diverse programs, and membership, please visit coastalgeorgiahistory.org. 130 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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Elegant Island Living April 2022

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Thank You, RSM Classic

Queen of the Toy Scene

Stop and Smell the Roses

Downtown Delight

St. Simons Dining Steeped in Southern Tradition

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Frolic with the Fairies

Escape to Margaritaville

Is Now a Good Time for a Roth Conversion?

The Easiest Way Home for 20 Years

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Uniquely Frederica

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