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18 Gatsby in the Garden

60 A Glorious Game

Happy Thanksgiving!

22 The 11th Day of the 11th Month 29 New and Noteworthy at The RSM Classic

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he champagne will flow under the stars as the Victory Board presents the 48th Annual Gala “Gatsby in the Garden” benefiting the American Cancer Society on November 11th at six o’clock in the evening. The 2017 co-chairs hope to take you back in time to experience Gatsby’s extravagance for an entertaining party. Gatsby’s infinite hope has inspired us as we hope to inspire you during this evening of raising money to one day find a cure. The affair will take place at The Greenhouse, The Vine’s new event space on St. Simons Island. As guests step through the entrance, terrarium luminaries will help to guide them by candlelight into the garden of The Greenhouse. Each terrarium will be personalized with the names of loved ones and friends whose lives have been affected by cancer. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as they amble through the silent auction offering objects and experiences that would impress any of Gatsby’s guests. Some of the items

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they will be bidding on include beautifully crafted jewelry, a selection of local art, and a variety of sporting event packages. Chef Dave Snyder and his team from Halyards are joining Victory Board once again this year to provide a lavish spread of delicious food for the evening. The local fare will include a wide variety to satisfy every individual’s tastes. The Master of Ceremonies, former mayor, Bryan Thompson, will begin the live auction after dinner. A custom-made piece donated by Chadwick’s Jewelers and A Culinary Experience in Sea Island’s Wine Cellar for 10 guests are just two of the items which will entice guests to bid. There will also be a drawing for the very popular wine raffle. After dinner, the evening is not over because the grand finale will include live music and dancing featuring local favorites Mason Waters and the Groove Allstars. So, don your Roaring Twenties best and get ready to dance the Charleston! (continues)

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oday, The Great Gatsby, is considered to be F. Scott Fitzgerald’s finest work. This cautionary tale about the American Dream painted a vivid picture of the Jazz Age and Roaring Twenties through the lavish lifestyle of mysterious young millionaire Jay Gatsby and his contemporaries in the fictional town of West Egg on Long Island in 1922. There has been a resurgence in interest in that

glittering era and the novel, including a 2013 movie remake starring Leonardo DiCaprio, but, it might surprise you to know that what is now considered an American literary classic did not always have such popularity. At the time of its release in 1925, Gatsby was not a commercial success like Fitzgerald’s previous books had been and critics called it a dud. Only 20,000 copies of the book were sold in the entire first year of publication. When Fitzgerald died of a heart attack at age 44 in 1940, the publisher still had copies of the book in its warehouse from a second printing of only 3,000 books, and many said the promise of a brilliant career he had shown was unrealized. However, in 1945, a wartime experiment unquestionably saved the book from obscurity and brought a popularity to Fitzgerald’s Great

American Novel that even he could never have dreamed. One year into the United States’ involvement in World War II, a group of book-loving authors, librarians, and publishers founded the Council on Books in Wartime, wanting to promote titles that would maintain the country’s morale. They contended books were “weapons in the war of ideas.” In February 1943, they undertook an ambitious effort to ship books to soldiers overseas. The program was perfectly timed with the newest innovation in publishing: paperbacks. Printed on magazine presses, it only cost 6 cents a copy to make a small book that fit neatly into a soldier’s fatigue pocket. The first batch of Armed Services Edition (ASE) books were shipped to U.S. Army and Navy troops that July. The result? Bored and homesick servicemen and women devoured the novels with the same enthusiasm as chocolate and pin-up girl photos. Many soldiers readily admitted these were the first books they had read outside of a classroom. Before the D-Day invasion, commanders made sure every soldier had a book before setting sail for Normandy. The council distributed 123 million free copies of 1,227 titles. The Great Gatsby was printed as an ASE in October 1945, with 155,000 copies distributed – dwarfing the novel’s numbers in two decades of sales. Although this was after Germany and Japan had surrendered, that timing only helped its popularity. More than 1.5 million servicemembers were still stationed overseas two years after the war ended, and they were more bored and homesick than ever. The sparkling opulence of Gatsby’s world and

sense of longing for something out of reach were a perfect escape and still a sense of connection for American soldiers. Because soldiers passed the ASE books around, it’s estimated that each copy was read about 7 times – meaning Fitzgerald’s Great American Novel was read by more than one million soldiers. That is an audience beyond his wildest dreams. The interest sparked by the military program spread to a wider, general audience. These new readers and the generations that have since followed recognize the value of Fitzgerald’s novel for what his contemporary critics could not have appreciated at the time – it colorfully captured that bygone Roaring Twenties era in way few others have ever done. By 1961, The Great Gatsby was being printed for high school classrooms. Today, the book is regarded as a classic in American literature and sells nearly a half million copies each year. Thanks to the men and women who served America in World War II, Gatsby earned its title of “Great.”

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Heroes walk among us in the Golden Isles. hey are our fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters. They are our neighbors, our ministers, our service people, our retirees, our politicians and our friends. They don’t seek recognition, but statistics show that over 70,000 of these heroes live in our area of southeast Georgia. They share one important title: Veteran. On Saturday, November 11, the Golden Isles community will gather to celebrate the valor and bravery of its veterans. Veterans Day allows us to pause amidst the demands of our busy lives and remember all those who served honorably in both war and peace-time military. These brave individuals, both living and dead, protected our cherished rights and freedoms. Originally known as Armistice Day, the date was set aside to mark the day in 1918 when World War I hostilities ended. Greeted by rejoicing at home and abroad, the end of that war was solemnized by a ceremony at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of that bleak eleventh month. World War I is known as “The Great War” because humanity at the time could not imagine anything worse. One year later, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as a day for all Americans to demonstrate “solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the (continues)

“Those who served in combat all have a fellow service person they lost in battle. Stateside and peacetime veterans also have experienced loss, as age and time have caught up with us. It’s poignant and very emotional; we were brothers and sisters in arms serving our country.”

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country’s service and with gratitude for the victory.” In 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower signed legislation that changed the name to Veterans Day. Dave Olender, chair of the Veterans Council of the Golden Isles, described the passion that veterans have for November 11. “Literally

expanded to include all veterans in both peace and war-time service. Since the American Revolution, nearly three million U.S. casualties have occurred. That number includes combat deaths, non-combat deaths, wounded and missing in action. Hundreds of thousands lost their lives in World War I and in subsequent conflicts to preserve our freedoms. So we are

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every veteran I know holds this day sacred. It’s a day for all Americans to pause and think, but for veterans, it is also extremely personal. Those who served in combat all have a fellow service person they lost in battle. Stateside and peacetime veterans also have experienced loss, as age and time have caught up with us. It’s poignant and very emotional; we were brothers and sisters in arms serving our country. All of us need to stand up, salute the flag, and remember.” Over time, proposed legislation has attempted to alter Veterans Day and expand it to a three-day weekend. Veterans groups around the country lobby fiercely to halt that attempt. Olender explains veterans’ resistance to that change, “Expanded weekend holidays turn into a grill-fest and lose their meaning. The event on November 11 was originally tied to the end of ‘The Great War,’ World War I, but it has

adamant that the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month be preserved as a reminder of what veterans have sacrificed for all of us.” In keeping with that tradition, the local ceremony begins promptly at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, and is preceded by the official Veterans Day Parade. The parade will assemble at Mallory Park on St. Simons Island beginning at 9:45 a.m. At 10:30 a.m., the parade will march from Mallory Park, east on Mallory Street to Neptune Park and the Casino. Promptly at 11:00 a.m., the official ceremony will begin with the Presentation of Colors and National Anthem. The community is invited to help commemorate this special day. In particular, it is an excellent way for parents and grandparents to teach children the special honor of national service. (continues)

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itary organizations, from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the American Legion, Military Officers Association of America, Disabled American Veterans, the Sons of the American Revolution, Coastal Georgia Honor Flight and many more. In honor of Veterans Day, we share the words to “Taps,” that haunting bugle call played by the United States Armed Forces at dusk and on Memorial Day, during flag ceremonies and at military funerals. Taps is both a call at the end of day and a tribute to those who gave the last full measure of devotion.

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The service anthem portion of the Veterans Day program evokes strong emotion from veterans and civilians alike. Veterans from each branch of service stand while their familiar stirring music is played, many singing along. All five branches of service are included. Traditionally, anthems are played in the order of when the service branch was founded. The beginning stanzas are familiar to many. Army: “Over hill, over dale, we have hit the dusty trail …” Marines: “From the halls of Montezuma …” Navy: “Anchors away, my boys …” Air Force: “Off we go, into

Day is done, gone the sun, From the lakes, from the hills, from the sky. All is well, safely rest, God is nigh. Fading light, dims the sight, And a star gems the sky, gleaming bright. From afar, drawing nigh, falls the night.

the wild blue yonder …” and Coast Guard: “From North and South and East and West, The Coast Guard’s in the fight …” The ceremony features a guest speaker each year and also recognizes the Veteran of the Year. Glynn County enjoys a wide diversity of mil-

Thanks and praise, for our days, ‘Neath the sun, ‘neath the stars, ‘neath the sky. As we go, this we know God is nigh. Please join your fellow citizens in this community celebration of our veterans. For more information, visit the Veterans Council of the Golden Isles at myvcgi.com and follow them on Facebook @VCGIGA.

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olf in the Golden Isles will once again be on the national stage with the arrival of the RSM Classic at the Sea Island Golf Club on November 13-19. This PGA TOUR Fed Ex Cup tournament hosted by 21-time PGA TOUR winner and 2017 World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Davis Love III is now in its

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8th year and is one of the most highly anticipated events in the community. From a name change to an expansion from one playing course to two and the addition of a Saint Simons Food + Spirits Festival partnered tasting event, the RSM Classic just keeps getting bigger and better. And the final round golf has been extraordinary, (continues)

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with some nail-biting shootouts! The Davis Love Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, manages and operates the tournament and has donated more than $7 million to charities that support children and families in need, so no matter who takes home the trophy, this community is the Country music singer/songwriter Jake Owen will be headlining the concert presented by Southeast Georgia Health System. real winner. Here are some with the Love family.” He calls it the perfect noteworthy changes and highlights this year: combination, “I love the game of golf, the St. Simons area and the opportunity to work on a First and foremost, there’s a new Tournatournament that has already raised more than ment Director: Todd Thompson. Thompson $7 million for charities.” takes over the mantle of helping to oversee the tournament staff and daily operations of the event from predecessor Scott Reid. Thompson is a graduate of the University of Georgia where he was on the golf team from 1983-1988. After graduation, he served as the Tournament Director for the Georgia PGA prior to starting the Southeastern Junior Golf Tour (SJGT). Now in its 23rd season, the SJGT has more than 1,000 members and administers an average of 38 events annually in six southeastern states.

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“The Davis Love Foundation is extremely pleased to have Todd fill this critical role,” said Mark Love, Executive Director of the event. “He has the personality, knowledge and experience to help our tournament continue to be one of the premier events on the PGA TOUR and one that raises important charitable dollars for qualified nonprofits serving children and families.” Thompson and his wife, Leigh, have two children, Frannie, a senior at Ole Miss, and Davis, a high school senior who has committed to the University of Georgia where he will be a member of the men’s golf team. Thompson says of his new position, “This is a dream job for me, and I couldn’t be more excited to be part of this prestigious event and to work

There’s a new partner in town too! Mark Love recently made the announcement of a new partnership between the Davis Love Foundation and BMW for the 2017 and 2018 RSM Classic. He stated, “BMW’s commitment to creating the ultimate customer product and experience mirrors our desire to deliver an ultimate, one-of-a-kind event each year. A partnership with this elite vehicle manufacturer continues to build upon the prestige of our event which positions Georgia’s Golden Isles on a world stage.” As part of the agreement, BMW will be providing 160 ultimate driving machines as courtesy cars for the PGA TOUR professionals at The RSM Classic for the next two years. That sounds like another perfect combination! Country music singer/songwriter Jake Owen will be headlining the concert presented by Southeast Georgia Health System on Saturday, November 18 at McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport. The RCA Nashville recording artist released his fifth studio album, American Love, last year and it debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and #4 on the Billboard 200 chart. He has had six #1 singles to date, with his anthem “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” reaching double (continues)

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Platinum status. Other Platinum-certified hits you’re sure to recognize include “Anywhere with You,” “Alone with You,” “The One That Got Away,” and “Beachin’.” Owen has toured with Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, and Brad Paisley, and collaborated with awardwinning country artist Chris Stapleton. “I’m pumped to perform at The RSM Classic in the Golden Isles,” said Owen. “It’s going to be a high-energy performance in a laid-back setting.” Tournament host, Davis Love III, said, “We’re thrilled to bring Jake to perform here. He is a fantastic performer. He also has a Foundation which supports children battling cancer and other childhood diseases. This mission aligns perfectly with the charitable goals of The RSM Classic and our own Foundation.” He adds, “We’re very thankful for the support of the Southeast Georgia Health System and RSM to make this concert for the community possible.” Tickets can be

purchased as part of the weekly ticket booklet or in conjunction with a Saturday golf ticket at RSMClassic.com. Individual Saturday golf/ concert tickets are $50. A sellout debut event returns. A “Taste of the Golden Isles,” co-hosted by the Saint Simons Island Food + Spirits Festival (SSISFS) and held in conjunction with The RSM Classic, was a big hit in its first year and will be back again. The event gives tournament guests and other visitors to the Golden Isles the opportunity to sample and savor some of the finest food available in our region, prepared by award-winning local chefs. “Last year’s event was a great success, and the SSIFSF is looking forward to another wonderful evening,” said Chef Dave Snyder, President of SSIFSF and Owner of Halyards Restaurant Group. “We are proud to work with the Davis Love Foundation to celebrate the hospitality and food the locals create and enjoy. It’s a lot of fun

while raising funds for Hospice, a tremendous cause.” Mark Love adds, “Taste of the Golden Isles showcases the best of Golden Isles’ cuisine, beverages, and music for locals and visitors to enjoy on Friday evening after the tournament competition. In addition, it gives the Davis Love Foundation another opportunity outside of the golf tournament to raise funds for a well-deserving charity, Hospice of the Golden Isles.” A “Taste of the Golden Isles” will take place on Friday, November 17 at 5:00 p.m. at the St. Simons Casino. Adding to the lively atmosphere will be music from popular local band Suzy & the Bird Dogs. Proceeds from the event benefit Hospice of the Golden Isles. Tickets for this event are $70 and include unlimited tasting, a commemorative wine glass, live music and a ticket to attend The RSM Classic on Friday, November 17. Guests must be 21 years and over to attend. Tickets will be limited and can only be purchased at RSMClassic.com. (continues)

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3:00 p.m., the Youth Golf Zone sponsored by

p.m., the Taste of the Golden Isles Food

Grounds closed to the general public. The

Southeast Georgia Health System featuring

+ Spirits Event will be held at the Casino

BMW Pro-Am Event takes place on the

PGA TOUR Players will take place at Sea Island

Building in Pier Village.

Seaside Course. PGA TOUR Players have

Golf Performance Center Practice Putting

practice rounds all day.

Green. Each year, more than 500 youths from

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Glynn County Schools, the Boys & Girls Club

ROUND 3 of The RSM Classic is played

of Southeast Georgia, and other local youth

on Seaside Course only. Tee times TBD.

Grounds closed to the general public. PGA

programs attended this program designed to

Gates open at approximately 9:00 a.m. It

Tour Players have practice rounds all day.

promote healthy eating habits, exercise, and

is also MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY

The Wiffle Ball Classic featuring PGA

the game of golf. Special activities include an

with the Bridgestone Folds of Honor Million

TOUR Players and Wives will be played at

obstacle course, face painting, bean bag toss,

Dollar Challenge taking place near the main

Frederica Academy Baseball Field at 5:00

and special golf activities designed to introduce

entrance. Saturday evening, Jake Owen

p.m. This event is free and open to the public

youths to the game. The event culminates with a

will perform at The RSM Concert Event

and is always lots of fun! The Rotary Club

special guest golf clinic for all in attendance.

sponsored by Southeast Georgia Health

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of St. Simons Island hosts the “Meet the Pros” cocktail party meet-and-greet and

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interview session with some of PGA TOUR

ROUND 1 of The RSM Classic is played on

pros playing in The RSM Classic. This event

Seaside and Plantation Courses. Tee times TBD.

will take place in the Mizner Ballroom at The

Gates open at approximately 9:00 a.m.

Cloister on Sea Island at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, include an Any-Day Pass

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System, located at McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport.

- SUNDAY NOV. 19 FINAL ROUND of The RSM Classic is played on Seaside Course only. Tee times TBD. Gates open at approximately 9:00

to The RSM Classic, and can be purchased

ROUND 2 of The RSM Classic is played on

a.m. Trophy presentation takes place on

at ssirotary.org.

Seaside and Plantation Courses. Tee times TBD.

the 18th green immediately following the

Gates open at approximately 9:00 a.m. At 5:00

completion of play.

- WEDNESDAY NOV. 15 COMMUNITY/YOUTH DAY Gates open to the public at approximately 7:00 a.m. and admission is FREE! The Yamaha Pro-Am Event will be played on Seaside and Plantation Courses. At

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Holiday season in the Golden Isles is upon us and it’s a busy time of year. In this special Holiday Happenings section, we’re highlighting some of the events that will be taking place. We’re letting you know about these now because many fall on weekends early in December and we want you to be able to plan accordingly so you don’t miss out on your favorite Christmas events.

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Remembering with Bright Lights The wooded grounds of the Brunswick campus of Hospice of the Golden Isles becomes a magical wonderland during the Christmas season with the glow of thousands of holiday lights that shine in honor and memory of those who have touched our lives. A Lights of Love program with music follows a 5:00 p.m. Service of Remembrance at the 1692 Glynco Parkway facility on Thursday, December 7. The event is sponsored in part by the Southeast Georgia Health System and Infinity, Inc. and is free and open to the public. If you’d like to honor your loved one by purchasing a memorial/honorary dove ornament, please call 912.265.4735 or visit Hospice.me.

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A Market Fair & Gifts of Hope

ord of Life Lutheran Church, at 2801 Frederica Road on St. Simons Island, will be hosting more than 30 vendors who sell quality handmade wares and one-ofa-kind gift items at their 9th annual Holiday Market Craft Fair on Saturday, December 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Some highlights include children’s book author Nancy Day who will be present signing her books, “Flavor of Georgia” winner Rockingham Pecans offering their fried pecans and candies, and The Blueberry Barn from Alma will be returning for a fourth year with a variety of blueberry products. The church will also host a bake sale, a used book sale, and will sell raffle tickets for prizes that include restaurant gift cards, specialty gift baskets, and a handcrafted woodwork piece donated by Paul Speich of Golden Isles Woodworkers. In addition, they will serve coffee, breakfast snacks, and lunch, and door prizes donated by vendors will be awarded each hour. Committee chairperson, Renée Evenson Balka says: “We are excited and proud that our fair has become well known in our community and that our neighbors throughout the Golden Isles look forward to it. We are also proud that every year we have returning vendors along

with new ones to showcase their handcrafted and specialty items. We always provide shoppers with a wide variety of gift ideas for the holidays. Santa Claus spends the day, so this is a great photo op for families. We are thankful for our many volunteers who work hard to make this an enjoyable day for everyone and we look forward to welcoming our visitors.” Pastor Bonnie Lanyi adds: “Funds are raised to help send our young people to camp and to care for people in our community who find themselves in dire need. This is one way we are able to reach out and serve those in need, and impact the community in positive ways.” Lord of Life Lutheran Church is also serving as a Central Drop-off for Operation Christmas Child again this year. This Samaritan’s Pursesupported holiday program that spreads the Gospel with shoebox gifts as an expression of God’s love to bring joy to children in need has distributed more than 146 million shoebox

gifts to children in more than 160 countries since its inception in 1993. This year, they are hoping to collect enough to reach another 12 million children. National Collection Week is November 12-20 and Lord of Life is asking people to drop off shoeboxes filled with small gift appropriate items and be designated for a girl or boy, ages 2-4, 5-9, or 10-14. Examples of things to include are books, stuffed animals, markers, crayons, drawing paper, puzzles, pajamas, hats, socks, toothbrushes (NO toothpaste, please), hairbrushes, soap and washcloth, shoes or flip-flops. The church has shoeboxes available or you can use your own. Drop-off times are Monday-Friday (11/13-17) 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday (11/18) 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 2:00-4:00 p.m., Sunday (11/19) noon to 2:00 p.m. and 4:00-7:00 p.m., and Monday (11/20) 9:30-11:30 am. If you would like to volunteer to count shoeboxes and pack cartons, please call 912.638.4673 because many hands make light work. (continues)

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Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice

assina Garden Club never disappoints with the delicious goodies they offer at “The Best Bake Sale in the Southeast!” Whether you want delectable treats to eat right away or you’re looking for something to save and share at hol-

iday gatherings, you’ll find a wide variety of scrumptious selections at the Annual Christmas Bake Sale at the Tabby Cabins at Gascoigne Bluff on St. Simons Island. People come from far and wide to snap up their favorite baked goods, fudge, candy, and more, so you might want to get there early! The Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, December 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and all proceeds benefit the Cassina Garden Club. Formed in 1928, Cassina is the oldest garden club in Glynn County. The club founders’ objective was to “promote the love of gardening among amateurs, to protect native shrubs, trees, flowers and birds, and to encourage beauty.” These remain the club’s guiding principles to this day.

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10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., will be held at historic Old City Hall of Brunswick, 1229 Newcastle Street. This is also where the tour begins and tickets can be purchased. The building is handicap accessible and there is an elevator around the side of the building and restrooms inside. All baked goods have been lovingly made by the “Merry” Members of Magnolia Garden Club. You will find a variety of delicious cakes, cookies, breads candies and pies beautifully packaged for your family holiday celebrations. Additional stops on the tour include The “Livery” at 1212 Newcastle Street, The Morgan House at 1027 Union Street, The Courvoisier House at 1119 Egmont Street, The House of A. del Sola Mendes, 428 Union Street, The Downing House (Brunswick Manor) at 825 Egmont Street, and The Atkinson House at 802 London Street. Tour attendees are also invited to stop in the Marshes of Glynn Libraries at 208 Gloucester Street to see a special Dollhouses and Miniatures exhibit as part of the Tour. Magnolia Garden Club was admitted to the Garden Club of Georgia in 1957 and has continued to grow through the years, they use money raised from the tours to support the community. Advance tickets are $25 and can be ordered by calling 912.996.0663, email to mgctohinfo@gmail.com, or purchase at the following locations: Color Me Happy and Merle Norman Cosmetics & Day Spa in Brunswick, GJ Ford Bookshop and Carlyle Wellness Chiropractic on St. Simons Island. On tour day, tickets are $30. Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more. (continues)

The Magnolia Garden Club hosts its Annual Christmas Tour of Homes on Saturday, December 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This year, the bake sale and market, which run from

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he holidays on Jekyll Island are filled with cheer and Yuletide festivities. There are cottage tours, oceanfront “ice skating,” a contemporary Christmas classic movie, the annual tree lighting ceremony, fireworks, and even snow! In the wake of the cancellation of this year’s Shrimp and Grits Festival, Jekyll Island has created “Merry Shrimpmas” a Mash-Up Event that merges favorite elements of that event with the annual tree-lighting celebration. “We were all heartbroken,” said Meggan Hood, senior marketing director of the Jekyll Island Authority. “The Shrimp & Grits Festival is the island’s biggest event and it takes more than a year to plan, so simply moving it to another date was not an option. But no one felt that should keep this community down. That’s when we came up with the idea of a special, one-time-only festival that infuses some of the most-beloved elements from Shrimp & Grits into an expanded, two-day, holiday-themed event that includes

our popular tree-lighting activities. This will be a unique experience the public won’t want to miss.” Admission to the festival is free, but costs will vary for individual attractions, food and refreshments throughout the event. The Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival will return to the third weekend of September in 2018, Hood said. The “Merry Shrimpmas” fun will begin in the Jekyll Island National Historic Landmark District on Friday, November 24 from 2:008:00 p.m. and continue Saturday, November 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Local restaurant vendors will be selling their shrimp & grits creations (with sample night on Friday night) and other offerings will be available from regional food trucks. The curated Artist Market will be set up on Pier Road and there will be live music on the Main Stage. Keep the youngest visitors entertained in the Kids Zone with bounce houses and other fun activities, mail letters to the North Pole for Santa, or join the big guy himself for Santa Storytime at the Skeet House. (There will be no individual Santa visits this year.) On Friday night, stay for a special holiday edition of Movies on the Green at The Village Green at Beach Village. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to watch the shenanigans of Buddy and his friends in Elf oceanside under the stars. Movie begins at 7:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Saturday night, the lighting of the Jekyll Island Christmas tree will take place on the Main lawn, complete

with snow and a fireworks finale, as is tradition. Parking for the weekend event will be at Great Dunes Golf and Great Dunes Beach with buses shuttling regularly to the Historic District. “This is a huge opportunity to show how much these local businesses, from the restaurants, hotels and shops to the local artists and entertainers, mean to our community, at a time when we’ll all be getting into the holiday spirit,” Hood said. “And, after all we’ve been through, who wouldn’t like to begin the holidays with some delicious shrimp and grits and a grand tree lighting?” Everyone is encouraged to come out both Friday and Saturday, because there are so many activities for the whole family to enjoy. The tree lighting and fireworks are a beloved holiday tradition for many Golden Isles residents. The Jekyll Island Skating Village will be open for both days of the festival. The oceanfront “ice” skating arena is back (and bigger!) for the 2017-18 season. It will open on November 17 and run through January 7, 2018, closing on Thanksgiving and Christmas Days. Located on Beachview Drive, just south of the Holiday Inn Resort, Skating Village offers 30-minute sessions with skate rental included (continues)

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for only $5 per person. You can also enjoy concessions and that beautiful panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean. As a special treat, Santa will make visits to Skating Village on Saturday, December 2 and Saturday, December 9 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Come out and skate with that jolly old soul! Another way to enjoy the season is with one of the Historic District Tours. “Holidays in History” tours will be held at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily November 25-December 31 (excluding Christmas Eve & Christmas Day). Venture inside the cottages of Jekyll Island’s National Historic Landmark District and learn their history as you see them decorated for the holidays in all their seasonal splendor. Tour prices are $16 for adults, $7 for children 7-17, and children 6 & under are admitted free of charge. Additionally, “Christmas Twilight Tours” will be held at 4:00 p.m. on December 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. These special evening excursions highlight heart-warming holiday tales and the lights & decorations of the season on Jekyll Island. This Christmas celebration concludes with light refreshments and sunset views from one of our historic district cottages. Twilight tour prices are $20 for adults, $10 for children 7-15, and 44

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children 6 & under are admitted free of charge. For reservations, call 912.635.4036. And no holiday season would be complete without a parade! The Holly Jolly Jekyll Parade will take place on Saturday, December 16 between 5:30-7:00 p.m. Golf carts will be decorated in their Christmas best and jingle all the way from Great Dunes Park to Beach Village. Participation is free, with all participating golf carts and Red Bugs registering at 4:30 p.m. in the Great Dunes Park parking lot. All entries must have lights to participate. The procession will depart at 5:30 p.m., travel along the oceanfront bike path, and conclude on the Village Green in Beach Village. Island guests and residents are encouraged to meet the parade in Beach Village to view the participants, enjoy live music, and do some Christmas shopping with the retailers in Beach Village. Santa’s elves are hard at work on this year’s prizes for the best-decorated golf carts, so deck your carts with boughs of holly, and give Santa’s sleigh a run for the money! For more information about any of these seasonal events, visit jekyllisland.com. Make a point to visit Holly Jolly Jekyll over the holidays – it really is the most wonderful time of the year! (continues)

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Jingle All the Way

n Saturday, December 9, those jingle-bells will be ringing again as festive runners make their way around the Jekyll Island for the CASA Jingle All the Way 5K and Fun Run. And, this year, there just might be a reindeer leading the way! (There will be a reindeer in attendance, we’re just not sure how fast he can run…or whether he flies!) Now that CASA has expanded their services to include Camden, they’re thrilled to share that Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be coming from Camden – a quick hop by sleigh – to visit and pose for photos with children of all ages. The 5K (which is chipped and timed) will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will start at 10:00 a.m. Awards will be presented at 10:30 a.m. to

the team with the most members, most holiday spirit (team and individual), overall male and female finishers, overall masters male and female finishers, and the top three male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K. In addition, there is a $1,000 cash award to the school PTA with the most entrants pre-registered for either race. All proceeds from the race benefit the programs of CASA Glynn and their services provided in Camden as well. Come out with the whole family and get your jingle on! For more information and to register, visit casaglynn.org/jingle-race or call the CASA office at 912.264.4448. (continues)

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Angelic Voices

he Golden Isles Messiah Chorus has been thrilling packed-house audiences with their holiday performance of Handel’s “Messiah, Part I” for more than three decades and 2017 will be no different, although there have been some changes. The fabulously talented Laurie Frank will take up the mantle of director for this year’s concert at Wesley United Methodist Church, Frederica on St. Simons Island. In addition, there will be one performance only on Saturday afternoon, December 2 at 3:00 p.m. The Christmas portion of Handel’s beloved oratorio includes choir, organ, soloists, and orchestra. Members of approximately 35 area churches make up the 90+ member community choir, featured soloists will include Rhonda Hambright, and Chris Roper. The concert is free and open to

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the public, but seating is limited, so you’ll want to make sure to get there early so you don’t miss THE magical musical event of the holiday season.

The Village Kicks off the Holiday

lynn Visual Arts will be hosting its 7th annual Mistletoe Market Holiday Festival at Postell Park in the Village on St. Simons Island on Saturday and Sunday, December 2 and 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. This fine art and gift market has become a mainstay of the Golden Isles’ holiday festivities. “This year, we expect over 60 accomplished artists and artisans offering a wide variety of high quality artwork including two-dimensional art, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, photography, woodworking, baskets, fabric and mixed media.” said festival director Barb Scragg. “This show is a unique combination of fine art, wonderful gifts, good food, entertainment and family fun in a festive island holiday atmosphere. It is the perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to find that one-of-a-kind purchase or gift for the holiday season. As an added bonus, when you buy something handmade, purchased directly from the artist, you are supporting small business and our local community.” Scragg continued. There will be a Kid’s Creation Station to entertain the smallest artists with free holiday themed craft activities during the festival as well as live music from local

musicians. And when they say it’s fun for the whole family, that includes your canine companions! Bring your dog dressed in his or her holiday best to take part in the Holiday Hound Hike Pooch Parade on Saturday morning. It’s only $10 to participate. The line-up will begin at 10:30 a.m. with the parade following at 11:00 a.m. sharp – you won’t want to miss seeing these cuties in their Christmas attire! (Sometimes potbellied pigs dress up too!) For the third year, local knitters will be turning Postell Park into its own work of art through yarn bombing! Throughout the year, they have been working away and will reveal their beautiful work at the opening of the festival. The colorful decorations will remain in the park for the month of December. For more information, visit glynnvisualarts.org.

Christmas at Sea Island

n what has become a holiday tradition, Sea Island is again opening its restaurants and spa to the community during the fourth annual “December Dining & Spa.” From December 1 - 21, everyone is invited to make reservations at six different restaurants at Sea Island, ranging from the River Bar and Tavola – the newly expanded Italian restaurant at The Cloister – to the Oak Room and Colt & Alison at The Lodge, or Southern Tide at the Beach Club. Diners may choose two or three courses for lunch or dinner. The Georgian Room (which is always open to the public) and Colt & Alison serve dinner only. Reserva-

tions are required for lunch or dinner and may be made by calling 855.249.9801. While restaurant patrons are on the property, they are invited to enjoy the extensive holiday décor, including the always amazing gingerbread house creations. This year’s delectable display will celebrate Sea Island’s upcoming 90th anniversary in 2018. Cortney Harris, Sea Island’s Executive Pastry Chef says, “This year’s gingerbread house display will feature gingerbread renditions of the original Cloister

and Beach Club hotels, as well as some of the original cottages from down Sea Island Drive. It will be finished, in the Solarium of The Cloister, by December 1. People who are coming to dine at The Cloister are welcome to view the display.” Restaurant patrons are also encouraged to shop in the various shops at The Cloister, The Lodge, and The Spa. In December, Sea Island’s ultimate haven of relaxation and rejuvenation will also be offering a variety of special spa packages and pricing. Spoil yourself! (continues)

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Christmas Traditions

he Ritz Radio Theatre holiday productions always shine just as brightly as the star on the top of the tree. Featuring a talented cast of local actors, the shows are performed just as they would have been in the 1940s, as a radio drama in front of a live audience, with sound effects and period costumes. On December 8-10, they will be presenting A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens’ immortal tale of mean old miser Scrooge and his magical night discovering the true meaning of Christmas is a perennial audience favorite. The following weekend, December 15-17, Ritz Radio Theatre will bring to life the beloved story of Clarence the angel’s visit with George Bailey, a down-on-hisluck businessman who gets the unique chance to see what life would have been like if he hadn’t existed in It’s a Wonderful Life. All shows take place at The Historic Ritz Theatre in downtown Brunswick at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Advance tickets are $15 for members/$20 for non-members, $10 for senior (65+) members/$15 for senior non-members and day of show tickets are $5 more each ticket. Tickets for students with an ID are always just $5. Treat yourself to one, or both, of these heartwarming holiday performances. (continues)

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An Antebellum Christmas

elebrate at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation on Friday, December 1, or Saturday, December 2, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. This magical experience at this state historic site will demonstrate how Christmas was celebrated on a South Georgia rice plantation during the 1850s. Take a candlelit stroll down the old carriage road and enjoy candlelit tours of the majestic old plantation house. There will be hot wassail and cookies and Christmas caroling. Civil War reenactors will discuss the times and conduct cannon and rifle demonstrations at intervals throughout the night. Santa will also make a special appearance and will take requests from children of all ages. Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation is located at 5556 US Highway 17 N in Brunswick. Admission is $5-10. For more information, call 912.264.7333.

A Colonial Holiday At Fort King Georgia Historic Site in Darien, you can learn how the holiday season at the fort differed from today’s holidays. Join a site interpreter on First Saturday on December 2

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from 10:00 am to 3:00 p.m. for the Colonial Holiday Seasons program, which is free with purchase of regular site admission. If you’re feeling a need for more immersion, join the Friends of Fort King George for A Colonial Christmas at Fort King George on Saturday, December 9. A traditional dinner in the soldiers’ barracks and an evening of Colonialstyle Yuletide jollification will take place from 7:00-8:30 p.m. and concludes with a cannon firing. Reservations are required for the dinner program. Cost is $40. Call 912.437.4770 to reserve your seat.

Open House at the Fort

ort Frederica will hold a Holiday Open House and celebrate the birthday of General James Oglethorpe on December 12, from 2:00-4:45 p.m. The public is invited to come join in the living history volunteer program to discuss the life and influence of General Oglethorpe and colonial fort life. Costumed volunteers will draw visitors into the life and significance of the fort and town site. Program is free with regular fort admission. For more information, call 912.638.3639.

Simply Spectacular

ecorating Reynolds Mansion and celebrating the holidays in this special place is something the Friends of Sapelo look forward to all year long. Friends love to bring their family visiting for the holidays over to Sapelo to show off the island and the work they have done throughout the year. During the month of December, the public is invited to

Sapelo Island for a day at Reynolds Mansion. The mansion is decorated for the holidays and Friends of Sapelo docents lead tours through the house sharing the history and the stories of what life was like under each of the mansion’s owners. Visitors are treated to a meal in the grand dining room. Watch the event calendar at sapelonerr.org for this year’s tour dates. You’ll want to sign up early because space is limited to 36 visitors per day. (continues)

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Of course, it’s only November and this might feel too early to start decking the halls and putting out stockings, but these Christmas events come fast and furious starting Thanksgiving weekend and we’d hate for you to miss out on anything! You’ll find these events and more listed on the EIL website calendar and we’ll be posting additional holiday happenings like Christmas sales, open houses, and Santa sightings on social media with EIL Elf reminders, so watch our FB, Twitter, and Instagram pages. And not to put the cart before the horse, we here at EIL also want to take a moment now to wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving! First, turkey, family, and football, THEN mistletoe and Merry Christmas!

Seasonal Shopping and More

rab your holiday shopping list and head to the Village! The Museum Store at the St. Simons Lighthouse and A.W. Jones Heritage Center will be holding its annual Holiday Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 18. Home accents and holiday décor will be available for purchases, as well as books, jewelry, apparel, and accessories. For more information, call the Museum Store at 912.634.7099.

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As the trolley slowly came to a stop, the passengers peered out of the open-air vehicle, wide-eyed and smiling. “I’ve never been this close to a giraffe,” one said. “What do they eat on a daily basis?” another asked. “Mostly leaves and twigs,” the Wildlife Guide responded. “A Taste of Africa,” the August Signature Experience, brought the Members of Marsh’s Edge Luxury Retirement Community on St. Simons Island to White Oak Conservation in Yulee, Florida. The morning at White Oak Conservation, a 13,000 acre privately owned animal sanctuary, was spent learning about animal conservation and White Oak educational research programs. Mem-

animals included rhino, giraffe, tiger, okapi and cheetah. Later in the day, a festive group enjoyed “Pound,” a wellness class inspired by drumming, followed by a dinner of African-influenced cuisine and a live African Drum Troupe. Marsh’s Edge Members enjoy monthly immersive Signature Experiences, like “A Taste of Africa,” which involve the whole

everyone take on a character for these events.” said Social Director, Stephen Grimes. Each Signature Experience is unique with activities following the theme throughout the day. Previous event themes have included Arabian Nights, The Roaring 20s, Barbecue and Bluegrass, Farm to Fork, and the Titanic. “We know everyone had a great time when they continue to talk about the event for months after,” he added. As an active Life Plan community, Marsh’s Edge Members enjoy connecting with their neighbors who are at a similar place in life. “We know how to throw a great party” exclaimed Mr. Grimes. Stephen is known to Members throughout the community as their “Personal Party Planner.” In conjunction with Wellness and Culinary Directors, he plans daily, weekly, and monthly social events, clubs, and trips which help to shape the vibrant network of neighbors and friends within the community.

bers toured the hallways of the famed Mikhail Baryshnikov dance studio and settled in for a private lunch surrounded by fossils and tapestries in the dining room of Gilman Hall. In the afternoon, the group boarded a private trolley tour led by a Wildlife Guide who introduced the 35 species that call White Oak home. The

community and island. Each Signature Experience is uniquely themed and is comprised of at least one social, one wellness, and one dining component. “Our Members look forward to these events each month. We plan them a year in advance, so they can begin planning their outfits and costumes! It’s fun to see

An abundance of events means there is something for everyone and an opportunity to bond with neighbors over similar interests! Throughout the month, the social calendar is full of events that include trips to the Symphony of Coastal Georgia, pre-dinner Happy Hour, Model Train Club meetings, Ladies Literary (continues)

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house complement a refreshing culinary celebration for Members to enjoy together. Planning an event can be stressful and time consuming. The staff at Marsh’s Edge is there to create an exclusive social and dining experience for you and your guests during your private event. Events such as birthdays, family gatherings, and dinner parties are made easy with in-house catering services to customize and prepare your event. With no cooking and no cleanup, you can instead spend your time picking out a perfect outfit and welcoming your guests. Enjoy toasting, laughing, and socializing with guests during your event while Marsh’s Edge takes care of the rest.

Club, Poker Night, live entertainment, Historical Speaker Series, Trivia, Game Night and so much more! “The events are always changing” one Member told us, “He’s always keeping us on our toes with new events. The only drawback is that there are too many things to do.” “Every Menu Has a Story” dinners are held every other month as a collaboration between a chosen Member and the Culinary Staff at Marsh’s Edge. “Every Menu Has a Story’ encourages Members to share theme specific stories from their lives which subsequently inspire menus in their honor. Members share their stories and experiences as they pertain to a given theme. After reviewing the story with the Member, the Executive Chef interprets the story into a menu. By creating tasting notes

and demonstrating how the story inspired a particular dish, the process culminates in a dining event celebrating the story through the inspired menu. The culinary team at Marsh’s Edge is comprised of upscale dining chefs who constantly work to enhance the Member experience and push culinary boundaries. A restaurant approach to full-service dining emphasizes variety and quality. Daily specials and seemingly endless menu options are freshly crafted by the Executive Chef. Carefully selected wine, beer and spirits from their fully stocked club-

St. Simons Island offers the timeless charm of coastal living paired with an unspoiled natural paradise. Marsh’s Edge offers Members a luxurious lifestyle, steeped in Southern hospitality, upscale amenities, the safety of community and a vibrant social life. To learn more about Marsh’s Edge or to reserve a private tour, visit Marshs-Edge.com.

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y father’s paperback collection of B.C., MAD, Wizard of ID, and Peanuts, just to name a few, was regular reading for me thirty years ago. I loved B.C. in particular. The comic had recurring topics over the years, including golf. I remember one strip in which B.C. is teaching “The Cute Chick” (that was her name) how to play golf. At one point she says, “Let me get this straight, the less I hit the ball, the better I am doing.” “That’s right,” he admits. “Then why do it at all?” she asks? It’s a question that leaves him standing in the fairway as the sun goes down asking the same thing. The philosophy of golf is a bit counter-intuitive like that. I have those same moments of intrinsic strife myself, particularly after I’ve done something like hitting out of one greenside bunker into another … Why play indeed! I discovered golf in young adulthood and fell in love with it like so many do. I

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didn’t do much with golf clubs or really learn to play until I was in my twenties. Access to the university course in seminary is what got me hooked, and now I simply spend most of my time wishing I had the time to play more often. I play very infrequently these days, which is ironic, given that we’re surrounded by golf courses. I feel like the guy shipwrecked on a deserted island, dying of thirst, and surrounded by water. Like most golfers, I tend to think I’m better than I am. I remember the good shots more than the bad ones. I can remember shots when I was playing by myself that I hit so well I looked around to see if anyone was there to see it. I also have a good golf story about the first tournament I played in a previous congregation. I was invited to play on a team with the local newspaper owners, members of the parish, as the fourth on their team. During the tournament, a four-man scramble, I played very well. I even chipped in from off the green on three separate holes. They thought I was a low handicap golfer, when in fact I was just a duffer who had an incredible day. It took a lot of rounds of bad golf later to convince some of them. I guess they thought I was setting them up to try to take their money. All of this is why November is one of my favorite months of the year. It’s RSM month, when the FedEx Cup comes to town for Davis Love’s tournament at Sea Island. It’s a local holiday. I was warned about the impact the tournament has on the island,

and the warnings were accurate. I have seen more of my congregation on the golf course at the RSM than I have on any given Sunday, and that includes Sunday at the tournament. It’s fun to go out after church on the final day and watch people sheepishly admit why they missed church. I get it. I’d be there Sunday morning too if I weren’t otherwise engaged! I don’t tell them that; I have a little fun watching them squirm. I also love it so much because I enjoy watching the professionals who can make something so hard look, generally, so easy. I am mesmerized by the highlight reel shots, and comforted by the shanks. But mostly I am in awe when I see what a master can do with a stick of metal and a little composite and rubber ball. At times, it’s nothing short of beautiful and magical. There are certainly some who cannot find such things in golf. They are the ones who ask, “Then why play at all?” Which is why they probably shouldn’t. For those who know golf, we know how hard it is, and how remarkable it is. It is indeed beautiful and magical – a challenge that must be met, perfection always out of reach. In fact, it’s an approach to life that is the opposite of, “why bother?” Golf can be time consuming and aggravating, but it’s worth it when it all comes together. It may not stretch back to the B.C. era, but it’s hooked us for at least 600 years and it’s still getting better. I wish I could say the same. In the meantime, I’m looking forward to the tournament. See you there!

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CULLEN JOINS LAW FIRM Clement Cullens has joined Williams, Rentz & Moulton, P.C.

as an associate attorney. Clement is a St. Simons Island native, a graduate of Glynn Academy, and a Double Dawg (UGA - BBA

REALTOR WINS AWARD Linton “Bubba” West III with Sea Island Properties has been awarded the Resort and SecondHome Property Specialist (RSPS) Certification. The RSPS Certification is a nationally-recognized certification awarded by the National Association of REALTORS® to real estate professionals who wish to demonstrate and promote – to consumers and their peers alike – their expertise in the resort and second home specialty. Bubba joins more than 1,600 real estate professionals who have earned the RSPS certification. REALTORS® who receive the RSPS certification have successfully completed the Resort & Second-Home Markets Course along with three webinars in the field of resort and second home real estate. He now joins other real estate professionals who specialize in buying, selling, or managing second homes in a resort, recreational, and/or vacation destination and properties for investment, development, or retirement. Bubba West can be reached at 912.222.0318 or lintonwest@seaisland.com. 62

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2008; UGA - JD 2013). Clement previously practiced law locally, focusing in the areas of real estate and construction litigation. He also has years of experience in estate planning. Clement is active in the community, currently serving on the Board of Directors for Keep Golden Isles Beautiful and as a committee member for Coastal Georgia Ducks Unlimited. Clement can be reached at 912.638.3689. The offices of Williams, Rentz & Moulton, P.C., are located at 412 Ocean Blvd.

BARTA RECEIVES CASA AWARD CASA Glynn recently named Barbara Jean Barta as the recipient of the 2017 Alice Bradford Award. The award was established in the honor of its namesake, a driving force behind the establishment of CASA Glynn. The award is given to the CASA Board Member who displays a greater devotion to CASA Glynn, and the children it serves who need a voice. Lillian Clarke said, “Barbara Jean has quietly made many contributions to CASA Glynn. She is always there for the children in Glynn County whenever there is a need, and never seeks recognition or even thanks. Attentive to the needs, she is always an encouraging voice in both word and deeds. She is a true champion for the children, and a great warrior for CASA. Due to her sense of commitment, humility and decency, it is an honor to have Mrs. Barbara Jean Barta as the 2017 Alice Bradford recipient.”

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ADVANCED AESTHETICS OFFERS SERVICES ON SSI Hoover Medical Aesthetics is excited to announce it is now doing business as Advanced Aesthetics + Skin Bar. Recently joining Abigail Hoover, Nurse Practitioner, and Charles “Steve” Hoover, MD, Medical Director, is Elizabeth Johnson, RN. Abigail and Elizabeth each have years of experience in medical aesthetics and skin care. At Advanced Aesthetics + Skin Bar,

they are raising the bar in an evergrowing medical aesthetics industry by offering clients individualized care and treatment in a casual, comfortable, and professional environment. Services offered by Abigail and Elizabeth include injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers, as well as chemical peels, skin care treatments, and pharmaceutical grade retail products. Their office is conveniently located mid-island at 383 Sylvan Boulevard on St. Simons Island. Office hours are by appointment. Please call 912.434.6555 to schedule your visit. DUTCHMANS EXPANDS IN NEW LOCATION Dutchmans has moved and expanded! With a great new space at 505 Beachview Drive in the Village on St. Simons Island, more space means more to choose from! Now you’re sure to find that perfect piece of furniture and all the accessories to go with it. Dutchmans also offers their customers in-home consultations and design as part of their full service. The Dutchmans staff understands that buying new

THE WHARF NOW OPEN Jekyll Island Club Resorts proudly announces the grand opening of The Wharf, a restaurant and bar on the historic Jekyll pier. The island’s only waterfront dining experience features indoor/outdoor riverfront dining and distinctive Southern cuisine. The restaurant focuses on relationships with local purveyors and reverence for Jekyll Island Club’s rich history. The all-day menu is centered around Southern comfort foods – from peel-and-eat shrimp and hush puppies to fish and chips, and other Toys Puzzles Wedding Gifts Baby Gifts Wreaths Candles Frames Jewelry Totes Stationery 64

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furniture and upholstery can be daunting. Let them help you pick out the perfect set of furniture to match your style and transform your house into a home. With three different options from which to choose, their designers can help you at any stage of your design. From your projects of just a few pieces for a room to the complete furnishing of your home, no project is too small or too big. Come explore Dutchmans’ beautiful big new space today! 912.634.2764. dutchmansdesigns.com.

Low Country favorites. With a dedicated entertainment stage, The Wharf offers live music Thursday through Sunday, featuring a robust year-round event calendar of regional and local entertainers, as well as the best sunset view in the Golden Isles. The Wharf serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The bar remains open Sunday to Thursday until 11:00 p.m., and weekends until midnight. For reservations or more information, please call 912.635.3612 or visit jekyllwharf.com.

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A WOMAN’S TOUCH It’s a new business with a woman’s touch! Erika Sheil has vast experience in her trade and has opened her own restoration and cleaning company right here in the Golden Isles. C&E Restoration Cleaning & Power Washing is a full-service restoration company certified in

MORGAN STANLEY ADDS ADVISORS AND MOVES OFFICE Morgan Stanley is a global wealth management company with an office right here on St. Simons Island to serve you. They recently acquired advisors from Brown-Rose Wealth Management Group. (Pictured from left to right are Betty Mitchell, Glenn Ferrell, John Rose, Greer Brown and Peggy Marlatt.) Morgan Stanley

mold, fire, water, storm, and smoke damage, as well as environmental services. They offer many cleaning services for your home, including carpet cleaning, tile and grout, upholstery, duct and dryer vents, and power washing. The company is located at 128 Owens Lane in Brunswick and serves the Golden Isles area. Get a free estimate by calling Erika today at 912.246.5450. You can also find them on Facebook at C & E Restoration.

has also relocated their St. Simons Island office to 301 Sea Island Road. Services include wealth

management, pre- and post- retirement planning and strategies, tailored investment management, estate planning and trust strategies and lending products. Their goal is to deliver a highly personal and relationship-oriented approach to wealth management, with an unwavering focus on you, the client. For more information call 844.224.0582 or visit them at fa.morganstanley.com/brown.rose.

NEW REAL ESTATE OFFICE ON ISLAND GardnerKeim Coastal Realty is the newest real estate company in the Golden Isles. With an average of 18 years of experience, their ten agents have been assisting buyers and sellers in our community with their real estate needs. GardnerKeim Coastal Realty is a familyowned real estate brokerage offering high

quality, personalized service to ensure absolute client satisfaction. With extensive knowledge of the Golden Isles market, you can expect their full-time associates to provide expert assistance and guidance to clients in the purchase and sales of property in this beautiful area we call home. The folks at GardnerKeim look forward to “Leading You Home!” GardnerKeim Coastal Realty is located at 400 Ocean Blvd., or call 912.634.5500. gardnerkeim.com

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Lifestyle: the way in which a person or group lives. Sandbox: a space in which new or untested ideas can be explored securely. Lifestyle Sandbox: a space to reflect, refine and redesign your culture at work, your lifestyle off hours, and your results at both. Ours is a story of success in life as well as work. Schedule a retreat born from the SSI experience. 800.916.5835 rachel@sandboxexperience.com 507 Ocean Blvd Suite 218 St. Simons Island, GA www.lifestylesandbox.com RACHEL M BERG Talent Development Consultant

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SAME GREAT FOOD AND TRADITIONS, NEW OWNER Kate Buchanan and Judah Lynch have shared the same philosophy in and out of kitchen for some time, which lead Judah to become the new owner of Indigo Coastal Shanty. Fortunately for the restaurant’s devoted diners, Judah plans to keep the same traditions going at the restaurant. The menu offers a “vacation state of mind” with interesting coastal cuisine. They’ll continue to serve the same great food with international influences of Asia, India, Latin Americas, Bahamian and local coastal sea-

food with that special something that only Indigo Coastal Shanty has to offer. The hours remain the same and you will find the same friendly staff in the kitchen

and out in the restaurant to serve you. You can call the restaurant at 912.265.2007 and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for daily specials. indgocoastalshanty.com.

PRIMESOUTH AND ATLANTIC BANK MERGE The merger of Atlantic National Bank and PrimeSouth Bank is now complete. The merger is the result of two respected community banks that share the same values and philosophies coming together to strengthen and create a community bank powerhouse that will continue to the lead the way in financial services. The mission at PrimeSouth Bank is simple –

being the most trusted financial institution that offers best in class products and innovative customer solutions while building lifelong relationships. At the forefront of

community banking for more than 125 years, PrimeSouth continuously adapts and integrates modern technologies that equip customers with tools for achieving their financial goals. PrimeSouth Bank believes in building partnerships and is deeply committed to the communities they serve. The team at PrimeSouth Bank is excited about the opportunity to better serve the Glynn County community. Learn more about their services at primesouth.com.

SHACKELFORD SHOES LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE Shackelford Shoes has some exciting news for you! The store Elegant Island Living readers voted as Best Store for Shoes, Sandals, Hats and Handbags in the Best of 2017 Readers Choice Awards, has launched their website! You can now shop online at shackelfordshoes.com. You’ll be able to browse and purchase selections from all of your favorite luxury shoe brands

and up-and-coming styles from the comfort of your home, or while relaxing at the beach. Be sure to sign up for their newsletter to stay up to date on all the latest fashions (and discounts)! New items are always arriving, so be sure to check the website often. The staff at Shackelford Shoes hope you love the new site and the conve-

nience of shopping from anywhere life takes you. 28 Market St., 912.634.0924. Find them on Facebook at Shackelford Shoes.

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VOTED BEST CATERER EIL “Best of” 2014 & 2015

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SSI LITERARY GUILD AWARDS GRANTS The Literary Guild of St. Simons Island recently awarded grants to several local organizations. Safe Harbor was given a grant for their “Fostering Better Readings: Supported Reading” program to purchase books, rechargeable headsets with microphones and e-books for academic use. Grants were also given to Coastal Coalition for Children for their “Bonding Through Books” project, Marshes of Glynn Libraries, St. Simons Branch to support “Baby Storytime,” Glynn County

Health Department to continue the highly successful national program, “Reach Out and Read,” locally for the next 12 months, and Golden Isles Arts and Humanities to assist in the purchase and distribution of books related to “The

Big Read” program that will take place in winter/early spring 2018. Pictured (from left) is Nancy Matthews, President of the SSI Literary Guild, presenting a check to Leslie Hartman, Executive Director at Safe Harbor.

MICHAEL DILLON JOINS DELOACH SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to welcome Michael Dillon to the brokerage. Michael comes to the office with over a dozen years of real estate sales experience in the Washington, DC market. Originally from the Georgia coast, Michael is thrilled to be returning to his roots as he

and his wife and sons settle into life on St. Simons Island. Besides sales, Michael owned a management and contracting company in Washington and is pleased to bring his experience with management, development and investment properties to the Golden Isles. The affiliation with Sotheby’s International Realty is something that

separates DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty from other real estate companies in the Golden Isles and having Michael’s knowledge and enthusiasm will be a perfect combination for success. Put Michael’s expertise to work by contacting him at michael.dillon@sothebysrealty. com or 912.268.0655.

SURFSIDE OFFERS SPECIAL PEDIATRIC SERVICES Surfside Kids is a pediatric dental office that is dedicated to safeguarding the unique physical and emotional needs of children and special needs adults. Dr. Adam Hagan, DDS did his pediatric dental medicine residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York after serving for four years in the U.S. Army. He has special training in treating neonates with cleft lip and palate and has published several articles from his research studies. Dr. Adam is an adjunct professor of pediatric dentistry at Augusta University and is on staff at Southeast Georgia Health System and St. Joseph’s/Candler hospital. Surfside Kids aim to be a beacon of light in the lives of southeast Georgia’s children. Surfside Kids is located at 256 Scranton Connector, # 110, Brunswick 912.324.6998, info@surfsidekids.com.

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BIG EVENTS AT ANDERSON FINE ART Anderson Fine Art Gallery has the great honor of hosting the Eastern Regional Exhibition for the Oil Painters of America this year. OPA is a national not-for-profit educational organization, founded in 1991 for the sole purpose of representing traditional, representational oil painters. It has approximately 4,000 members nationwide, with these artists having to submit their work to

MEET THE PROS RSM CLASSIC WEEK The St. Simons Rotary will present the 7th Annual Meet the Pros event during tournament

INTRODUCING 1% FOR SSI Local businesses are working together to preserve St. Simons Island in partnership with 1% for St. Simons, a program of the St. Simons Land Trust. Funds are raised by businesses collecting a voluntary 1% donation on the gross sales of products and services. For example, if your bill comes to $50, a voluntary 1% ($0.50) donation will be added. Dine at the participating restaurants and a 1% donation turns into protected acres. Sup-

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be juried to meet the organization’s high standards. All OPA entries are currently available for viewing and pre-sale at andersonfineartgallery. com. The opening reception and awards ceremony will be held the evening of Friday, November 17, and the public is invited to attend. Works will be on display through December 16. Another event at the gallery you’ll want to put on your calendar happens November 28, when Bob Schiffer will be signing his book “Overload: Finding Truth in the Deluge of News.” For more information, call 912.634.8414 or visit andersonfineartgallery.com.

week of The RSM Classic. Meet the Pros gives attendees a rare opportunity to get up-closeand-personal with PGA TOUR Pros competing in The RSM Classic. The evening includes an upscale cocktail reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and exclusive personal interviews with RSM Classic Pros by ESPN Sports golf commentator Rich Styles. The event takes place in the Mizner Ballroom at The Cloister on Sea Island on Tuesday, November 14th, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit over 15 children’s charities in

the Golden Isles community. Last year, over $27,000 was donated to children’s programs. More is expected this year. Tickets are $75, include a complimentary Any-Day-Pass ($30 value) to The RSM Classic, and are available for purchase online at ssirotary.org. Pictured, from left: Jennifer Broadus, Event Chair; Bob Brown, SSI Rotary President; Beth Smith, Auction Chair; Te Turner, SSI Rotary Club President Elect.

porting businesses include Barbara Jeans, Bubba Garcia’s, Café Frederica, Delaney’s Bistro, Ember, Georgia Sea Grill, Halyards, La Plancha, Mas, Sandy Bottom Bagels, Tramici and The Brunswick News. Protected land invites residents and visitors alike to experience the island and provides convenient access to the marshes, waterfront, natural areas, parks and wildlife of St. Simons. The Land Trust’s purpose is to preserve the live oak

tree canopies, rare ecosystems, waterways, trails and green space for all generations. sslt.org

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GLYNN VISUAL ARTS RECENTLY HELD THEIR ANNUAL ART UNDER THE OAKS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL AT POSTELL PARK on St. Simons Island.

As you can see by all the smiling faces, the festival was a welcome celebration when so many events were cancelled in the weeks following Hurricane Irma, even a little weekend rain didn’t douse the spirits of the vendors and shoppers browsing their creations.

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ENHANCE YOUR NATURAL BEAUTY Kicklighter-Hall Salon and Elizabeth Lee Makeup Serving The Golden Isles and Savannah

e specialize in designing hair and makeup to enhance your bone structure and magnify your natural beauty.

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IT WAS A CULINARY TRIP AROUND THE WORLD WITH DELICIOUS FOOD, WINE AND BEER, FROM LOCALES BOTH FAR AND NEAR at the International Seafarers Center’s annual International Night Out. This signature fundraiser at Jekyll Island’s Morgan Center raises money to support the center which provides services to meet the spiritual, emotional, physical and material needs of the thousands of seafarers who visit the Port of Brunswick annually. 1. Lexi Harris and Matt Baskin. 2. Paula Garrett, Freddie Jackson. 3. Sarah and Jared Sanscrainte. 4. Jeanne Earle and Jack McConnell, Chris and Jane White. 5. Bill Dawson and George Yarborough. 6. Paige and Mike Pinson. 7. Don and Jeanine Gehringer. 8. Tise and Deby Eyler. 9. Patty and Phillip Kempton. 10. Mercedes Marsh and David Proctor. 11. Thomas and Jordan Meadows, Ashley and Andrew Brooks. 12. Michele and Clint Hutchins, Marla Berry, Johnny Moore. 13. Joan and Angus Campbell. 14. Pat and Vicki Stokes. 76

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THE UGA MARINE EXTENSION AND GEORGIA SEA GRANT HELD AN INAUGURAL OPEN HOUSE AT ITS BRUNSWICK STATION RECENTLY. MORE THAN 300 VISITORS FROM THE COMMUNITY CAME OUT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW THE FACILITY AND AGENCIES THAT OPERATE THERE SERVE GEORGIA’S COAST. There was delicious sweet white Wild Georgia Shrimp served, and attendees also had the opportunity to taste

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NFL Ticket and College Package Come Catch Our Kick-offs! Everything you need to decorate with this Holiday Season

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Oysters, Beer, Wine Specials: 4-6pm Visit Ace Garden Center

Open Monday-Thursday 4 -10 p.m. Serving Lunch Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. 228 Redfern Village, 912.634.6228

for your holiday décor, inside and out. Topiaries, fresh greens, rosemary, cyclamen and narcissus to accent holiday decorating. Orchids, Bromiliads and seasonal silk flowers and foliage to freshen up inside. 2 8 0 7 D E M E R E R D. , S T. S I M O N S I S L A N D ( 9 1 2 ) 6 3 4 - 0 5 2 3 O P E N M O N AY- F R I DAY 8 - 5 : 3 0 P. M . , S AT U R DAY 8 - 5 P. M . A N D S U N DAY 1 2 - 4 P. M .

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THE SIXTH ANNUAL JUBILEE KIDS FUNDRAISER FOCUSED ON CELEBRATING JUBILEE SCHOOL’S FIRST GRADUATING CLASS. Attendees enjoyed a Haitian inspired dinner catered by Tasteful Temptations, a silent auction, a 2nd Story Goods store, and music performed by Chuck Ferrell, Sharise Henderson, and Steve Hemenway. Jubilee School founders Doreen Sigman and Tammy Ross gave the keynote address. Funds raised at the event will support the ongoing operation of the school. (Photos provided). 1. Drs. Scott and Lori Trefts, Wilneta and Dr. Kenyon Meadows. 2. Madison Roan, Laura Edenfield, Ellen Fleming. 3. Tom and Judi Riccio. 4. Adam and Jessica Pelletier. 5. David, Katie, and Mary Drury. 6. Carol and Mike Hodge. 7. Bianca Williams, Kervens Louis. 8. Keaton and Kim Patterson. 9. Chuck Ferrell. 10. Merry Geer. 11. Charlie and Sara Maxwell. 12. Terri Scott, Shannon Hemenway, Becky Powell, Olvia Neal. 13. Anne Ditmer, Shari Darrith. 14. Dottie Barrow, Oliver Prescott, Tammy Ross, Doreen Sigman. 80

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THERE WAS DELICIOUS FOOD, DANCING, AND LOTS OF LAUGHS AT THE BARN DANCE TO BENEFIT THE ANIMALS AT THE FARM AT OATLAND NORTH. The dance floor at The Tree Bar at Bennie’s Red Barn was filled during square dance and line dance demonstrations and those cowboy boots were a-stompin’! It was a successful hootenanny for some hay and other essentials needed to support the care of the animals at The Farm. 1. Russell Magbee, Lila Magbee. 2. Sandy Schubert, Betty Haynn. 3. Margery and Michael Rogde. 4. Marianne Viall, Bill Gibbs. 5. Square Dance Team. 6. Judi Kelley, Robin White, Linda Kelly. 7. Pam Garritano, Dale Steffens. 8. Lynn and Jeff Martin. 9. Tammy Tracy, Debbie Kauffman, Melissa Norton. 10. David Cole, Judie Brooks. 11. Kathy Pace, Corinne Ramsey. 12. Loranne Chapman, Tony Adams, Judy Sutton. 13. Karen Ross, Beth Adams. 14. Teresa Lathem, Gwen Poimbaeuf, Jane Richard. 82

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THE 35TH SEASON OF THE COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA OPENED ITS 2017-18 SEASON with a concert of musical tales of love – marital love, first love, spiritual love, and tragic love. A capacity audience in the Brunswick High School auditorium gave rousing standing ovations for the performances of guest artist, Maria Valdes, Maestro Luis Haza, and the orchestra. 1. Val Salnikov, Maestro Luis Haza, Bess and Bo Chambliss. 2. Bud Hearn, Joanne Sims, Carolyn Hearn, King Sims. 3. John and Victoria Simms. 4. Carol Norton, Barbara Smith, Jim and Kay Harrell. 5. Creta Nichols, Frances McCrary. 6. John and Jan Campbell, Deborah and Peter Murphy. 7. Mary Hitt, Bill and Ida Walker. 8. Jim and Judy Phillips, Trudy Sessions, Bill Fickling. 9. Tom Milburn, Dee Wright, Billie Huggins. 10. Guest Artist Maria Valdes performing with the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. 11. Sherrie Vales, Soprano Maria Valdes, Symphony General Manager Jorge Pena. 12. Sharon and Michael Flores, Renn and Sibby Gruber. 13. Fred and Alice Barlow, Beth Thrift, Joanne Scott. 14. Al and Susan Garrett, MJ Choate. (Photos provided.) 84

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Brunswick and the Golden Age of Silent Movies

prominent citizens. Fascinated by seeing themselves and their friends on screen, the townspeople watched the silent movie over and over, paying ten to fifteen cents each time. After splitting the profits with the city and the local theater, Norman turned the film over to the city.

In every town, Norman advertised for residents to audition. Using local talent rather than professional actors guaranteed the success of his venture. Norman also ensured that starring roles were given to

Norman never crossed over from silent films to “talkies.” His studio still stands in the historic Arlington district of Jacksonville. In 2014, a segment of PBS’s Antiques Roadshow featured the studio and encouraged towns where The Wrecker was filmed to search their archives for copies of the movie, as well as still photographs associated with the production. Norman made the movie, using three different titles, with both all white and all African American casts.

hen pioneer filmmaker Richard E. Norman of Jacksonville, Florida, acquired stock footage of a dramatic train wreck, he came up with an ingenious scheme. Starting in 1916, he travelled to as many as forty towns in the Midwest and South, including Brunswick, to shoot a film entitled The Wrecker, using the train wreck footage and the same screenplay in each location. The movie told the story of a love triangle and the competition between two railway companies for an important mail contract.

A collection of five photographs donated to the Coastal Georgia Historical Society in 1966 documents the 1916 production of The Wrecker filmed in Brunswick. The photograph shown here identifies the local talent as (left to right) Chief of Police Philip Burgess, William McKinnon, and Katherine Stiles.

Our monthly images on this page are from the vast archives of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The Society’s mission includes the “administration, restoration and maintenance of historic facilities and resources … preserved as a living part of the historical and cultural foundations of our coastal community.” Society facilities include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, and the Maritime Center (formerly the U.S. Coast Guard Station). To learn more about the Society, its diverse programs, and the benefits of Society membership, please call (912) 638.4666, or visit www.saintsimonslighthouse.org.

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