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ovember on St. Simons Island is chock-full of events, fundraisers, professional sports, and Thanksgiving! Starting with GA/FL weekend, there doesn’t seem to be a day in November when some activity isn’t happening somewhere on the island. Once you’ve “recovered” from the “World’s Largest Cocktail Party,” there’s the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia’s annual Blue Jean Ball fundraiser on November 8th, followed by the UGA/Missouri game on the 9th, then the UGA/Auburn game on the 16th. Then there’s The RSM Classic from November 18-24, when top PGA touring pros descend on the island for a week of amazing golf. Not only can you enjoy watching our favorite local and tournament host, Davis Love III play in person, you can also see Cole Swindell in concert on November 23rd, while watching the UGA/Texas A&M on your cell phone (if your wife will let you).
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In the same way our first settlers gathered to celebrate the bounty of the harvest through Thanksgiving, we want to celebrate the appreciation we have for an event that shows off that same spirit of community and togetherness and shows off the bounty of the Golden Isles: its people and its beauty. With the arrival of The RSM Classic, November is a time for both gratitude and golf. Here we introduce you to some of the veteran volunteers of The RSM Classic and talk turkey about the game, Thanksgiving, and the Golden Isles.
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he RSM Classic wouldn’t be possible without the help of its 1,200 volunteers. Volunteers create a friendly and enjoyable experience for tournament patrons, PGA TOUR players and their families, media and hospitality partners. Their
dedication, flexibility and friendly demeanor are a large part of why The RSM Classic is known as a showcase for genuine Southern hospitality. We’d like you to meet some of the volunteers and learn more about their different walks of life and why they choose to spend their time with the tournament. (continues)
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Turn off the Tube While football is the game generally associated with Thanksgiving, we’re suggesting you play a round of golf on the holiday instead of settling in front of the TV to watch the Lions or Cowboys. Outdoor activity is good when you’re going to be bellying up to the table to consume about 4,000 calories of festive deliciousness with the family! Besides, these days, watching pro football often leads to those political debates we all know to avoid at family gatherings.
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Golden Isles resident since 2004, Elaine Townsend has been a dedicated volunteer at The RSM Classic since it began 10 years ago as the McGladrey Classic. Her commitment is serious; she takes four days of vacation time a year from her financial services position to volunteer at the tournament. Elaine started out as a walking scorer because two of her close friends, Bonnie Thompson and Sheila Buck, were the co-chairs for that position. A walking scorer is assigned to a group in the Pro-Am and in the tournament and their job is to walk with that group and keep their score and specific statistics. It is important that the walking scorers understand the game of golf and are accurate with every player in the group. They carry a handheld device that looks just like a cell phone to record every shot each player takes at the moment he takes it, what club he is using, as well as where the ball lands, was it fairway or rough, hazard or green, etc. Elaine says that as much as she loved walking the course, when Bonnie retired and Sheila asked her to fill in as co-chair, she hasn’t looked back since. A few years later when Sheila retired, Susan Barnett was recruited to become second chair and these two have been the dynamic duo ever since.
Elaine and her walking scorers come from all over the country. There is a brother & sister team from South Carolina who sign up every year and, according to Elaine, are hilarious. Both are excellent scorers and are very competitive with each other. Several of the folks travel around the country and score for different tournaments all year. Elaine affectionately calls them “a funny little cult.”
When asked about any special memories she has from being a scorer all these years, Elaine shared, “A couple of years ago, I was scoring for the Wednesday Pro-Am and my player was past winner Ben Crane. As a scorer, you are expected to keep up with your group, but also be invisible and be quiet, speak only when spoken to. It began to rain, not hard, but enough that Ben’s caddie handed him his umbrella. When Ben realized I was getting wet, he insisted I walk with him under the umbrella. He is such a gentleman.” Elaine volunteers because she believes the Love Foundation is a great cause. “Davis and Mark Love have done tremendous things with the money this tournament has raised. But it is also so much fun! We love our team of volunteers. They are the best. Most of our team
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has been with us from the very beginning. Training day is like a class reunion. We really love and care about our team.” Elaine started playing golf when she was 46 years old so she could spend time with her husband on the weekends. She praises him for having an excellent game and the patience to teach her how to play. Now 64 years old, Elaine says she’s gone “18 years without one stinking hole in one, but I keep trying.” She shared this piece of stellar advice: “My advice to anyone considering a partner in life or in business is that they play a few rounds of golf with them. You will see who they really are. How do they handle their own shortcomings? Do they follow the rules? Are they supportive of others when they struggle with their game? Are they courteous? Which four letter words do they use the most? And, most importantly, do they do the right thing when they think no one is watching?” Elaine sums things up by saying,“I look forward to being part of this tournament and charity every year. It makes me proud of our community. I love that so many of our residents, many who don’t even play golf, rally together to make it happen, year after year. Is this a great place to live or what?!”
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usan Barnett retired from IBM and moved to St. Simons Island from Texas with her husband Jim, also a retiree. They have also been part of the tournament since its inception. As Elaine already mentioned, Susan co-chairs the walking scorer committee and Jim is a walking scorer. Susan
unteer. I love that the tournament does so much for the community too.” When asked about her fellow volunteers, she replied, “Oh my! There are too many to mention! Of course, my favorite is my partner, Elaine Townsend. We met through the tournament and found out we had so much in
Another memory that stands out for Susan is the time she sat down at a table in the hospitality village with an older couple. She learned the husband had been Jonathan Byrd’s high school coach and he was then fighting cancer. Despite having had chemo the prior day, the former coach was committed to fighting through so he could watch his former student play. Susan tells
In case of a thunderstorm, stand in the middle of the fairway and hold up a one iron. Not even God can hit a one iron. – Lee Trevino boasts some experience at the position, having been a walking scorer for the Byron Nelson tournament in Dallas for 24 years. Susan started golfing because her son and husband played every weekend and she felt left out. Her husband told her, “I will never give you advice except for this one thing: take lessons.” Susan listened to his advice, took lessons, improving quickly, and became an avid golfer. The priceless result? She was there when her 17-year-old son scored a double eagle (or albatross.) For non-golf fans, this is far rarer than a hole-in-one; the odds are about a million to one. Susan enjoys volunteering, saying, “It’s fun! I love the atmosphere, being close to the golfers (and eavesdropping on their conversations during the round,) and meeting such interesting and nice people who also vol22
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common – including going to the same university (SMU), living in the same dorm (McElvaney), and at the exact same time (won’t say the year!) We’ve become close friends over the years. I also love our walking scorers. They are amazingly generous, incredibly helpful, and dedicated to making the tournament a fabulous experience for the players, the staff, and the other volunteers.” She continued, “One year, I scored for Mark Wilson. As you may know, as a walking scorer your job is to be invisible, so as not to distract the golfers. As most players do at the end of the round, Mark introduced himself and thanked us. The next day, while I was walking to my assignment and he was walking to the first tee, he caught my eye and said, ‘Good morning, Susan!’ I was flabbergasted that he would remember my face and even more so, my name. He is one of the truly nice guys on tour.”
us “the gentleman was exhausted and having trouble keeping up. Since I had access to a golf cart, I was able to help them follow Jonathan. They were such kind people and I’ve thought of them often.” When asked if she’s met many of the PGA Tour players, she replies, “Pretty much all of them! Most are polite, gracious, and appreciative of the volunteers.” Of the tournament, Susan says, “The RSM Classic is so well run. Our tournament & volunteer coordinator, Christian Freeman, is such a sweetheart. She is so laid back and patient, smart, and incredibly helpful. She makes the job fun!” Susan also loves that so many people who aren’t familiar with our islands get to see their beauty. She thinks the TV coverage does a wonderful job of showing the marsh, the ocean, and the wildlife. She adds, “And of course, I love that so many people get to see that beauty in person.”
Family Fun Unlike the more
competitive backyard games of touch football, playing golf is something men and women, athletic and non-athletic, younger and older family members can all participate in. You’re much less likely to pull a hamstring, throw out a shoulder, or wrench a knee or ankle on the golf course than you are throwing the ball and running around on the local high school field or the uneven terrain in Uncle Jerry’s yard. If you’ve got a bunch of kids, you can take the crew to a miniature golf course.
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that he gave me his certificate that allows a volunteer to play the course with three friends. I have worked with other scorers that come from quite far away just to work the RSM too.
Ellis explains, “The Golden Isles has the perfect winter climate for us, as we do not like the heat. We liken it to our Ontario fall. You wear a sweater in the morning and take it off in the afternoon. It is also free from the bigger hustle and bustle that Florida offers, which is not for us! Then there is the Southern hospitality. You just can’t beat it.
Reed has many special memories from his time volunteering but two really stand out. The first was from the first year, when he had tournament host Davis Love III in his group. Reed said “it was pretty exciting to shake hands with such an icon first time out.” He continues, “My second memory is from two years ago, when I drew the final group for the Sunday round. Talk about exciting! Got to watch and hang out with another first time winner and PGA Tour player, Austin Cook. Didn’t hurt that I got a bit of TV time either. Many of my friends back home saw me, and my grandson even took a picture of me on his television and emailed it to me.”
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Reed likes that The RSM Classic is held in the Golden Isles because it creates a great community spirit. He stated, “everyone knows about it, and many help out or attend. It is a fantastic venue, that allows for easy viewing. What I don’t like about it, is when the TV cameras show just how beautiful the area is, by doing all of those panoramic views of the area. I’m trying to keep this area a secret!! I tell all my friends that I go to Florida, so they won’t come to Georgia. Plus, you can never beat a good pulled pork sandwich. The food supplied by Southern Soul Barbecue at the RSM is also ‘Classic.’”
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etiree Reed Ellis is an admitted “golfaholic.” He was self-employed as a hearing instrument specialist for about 40 years and practiced in a small Ontario town of about 30 thousand people. Over 20 years ago, on the recommendation of an acquaintance, he and his wife Helen came to Jekyll Island for a week to try it out. One week turned in to two, then three, then four, and before you knew it, they were coming for three to four months!
Ellis says he enjoys volunteering mostly due to his love of golf, but also believes in giving back to the community where we reside. At home, he is a member of the Rotary Club for the same reason. Reed says “The RSM never seems to have enough volunteers, so this is my small way of saying thanks.” This year will be his sixth year volunteering at the tournament where he has always worked as a standard bearer. He loves it so much that he persuaded his wife to start volunteering four years ago. Last year, he convinced another Canadian friend to sign up too. When asked about his duties as a volunteer, Reed stated “ The two people that chair my committee, Doris and Jeff Burton, have probably been doing the job from day one! They are delightful to work with and are very dedicated to the event. Another lady that really stands out is Barbara Van Buskirk. She works tirelessly with volunteers at the headquarters and with set up from well before the tournament until after it is over. Last year, I worked with a walking scorer that comes from Atlanta every year. He doesn’t even golf! He was so generous,
Reed shares one final thought regarding his experience with The RSM Classic: “I like how much the volunteers are appreciated. Whether through communication or in person, the tournament committee members all let you know just how much they appreciate us helping out. That includes the players too. As a standard bearer, before each round starts, every PGA player in my group makes the effort to come over and shake my hand and say ‘Thanks for being here. That says it all.’”
Fall is a great time to play golf. The weather here is cooler and not too cold for your hands yet. And the gnats are gone (we hope)! The courses in the Golden a perfect occasion to enjoy your surroundings and see the changing colors of the marsh grass and foliage. We may not have the dramatic fall leaves of northern climes, but when you can see the ocean from the greens, it’s certainly not a bad view at all.
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Barbara Van Buskirk
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nother Canadian volunteer who moved to the Golden Isles and has been with the tournament since the beginning is Barbara Van Buskirk, the chairperson for the volunteer headquarters. Barbara and her late husband became permanent residents in 1999 and Barbara worked at The Cloister for ten years until she retired and relocated to Ohio to be with her daughter and granddaughters. After five years there, however, the beauty of the lifestyle here lured her back to St. Simons Island.
both willing to step in to cover any emergency and will do whatever needs to be done. The folks on her team are responsible for putting all the volunteer information packets together and make sure all volunteers pick up their packets and their uniforms before the tournament. Barbara also makes all the volunteers feel welcome by arranging and setting up their meals each day of the tournament.
Barbara has volunteered at the tournament since the beginning. Barbara has two assistants: Sue Donnelly (her sister from Red Deer in Alberta, Canada) and Stacy Bristol, who are
About the golf tournament, Barbara states, “Each year gets better and better. The military appreciation day and Wiffle ball for the kids bring the community together and adds
Sue Donnelly, Stacy Bristol and Barbara Van Buskirk
to the economy for our local businesses. The RSM gives back to a lot of charities and children benefit, as well as animals. I also meet so many people from all areas of the country. I worked at the Ryder Cup when Davis was the captain and I have to say I was happy to return to The RSM Classic. There is a sense of family and volunteers are treated very well. I hope to volunteer for as long as I am able.�
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“It took me seventeen years to get three thousand hits in baseball. It took one afternoon on the golf course.” – Hank Aaron
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runswick native Rose Anne Giles has also been with the tournament since its inception. She started on the volunteer headquarters committee “to do whatever needs to be done.” That provided her the opportunity to be assigned to many different areas: marshal, supply distribution, monster board, security or wherever she was needed. This year will be her fourth year in media working with in Rose Anne’s words “our amazing media director, Melanie Trotter, and her husband David.” Rose Anne enjoys volunteering, especially for The RSM Classic, where she loves meeting and working with all the staff and volunteers. She especially sings the praises of Barbara Van Bus-
kirk and tournament & volunteer coordinator, Christian Freeman, “who keeps everyone and everything running smoothly.” When asked if she golfs, Rose Anne stated, “My husband gave me a set of golf clubs for my 60th birthday. I ‘play at’ golf, but enjoy the exercise and being with old friends and meeting new friends. We’ve enjoyed couples’ golf trips in and out of Georgia. My husband is an avid golfer. He even has made two hole in ones at Sapelo Hammock Golf Course, our home course. We have played in six Georgia-Florida Golf Classics on Jekyll Island. GO DAWGS!” Rose Anne applauds RSM and the Davis Love Foundation for their continued support
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of Boys and Girls Clubs, Special Olympics, Blessings in a Backpack and Folds of Honor, as well as other ways they give back and make a positive difference. She says, “Being raised locally, I have enjoyed Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island and Sea Island my entire life. I think The RSM Classic not only helps our area economically, but does a great job in showcasing the Golden Isles.”
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If you need a break from the family, it’s also a great way to get away from the gathering without offending anybody. I mean, we all love this time spent together, but everybody needs their space too! Surely part of the group is planning to tackle those Black Friday sales that now creep earlier and earlier, so while they go shopping, you and your crew can hit the links!
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nother ten year volunteer, Savannah resident Tom Morefield is the Chief of the U.S. Marshals Office for the Southern District of Georgia. He takes vacation once a year and puts his “marshaling” to work as a volunteer cochairman of the golf marshals during The RSM Classic. Tom is responsible for ensuring the volunteers on the course are trained, prepared, and in the correct location to control the spectators and flow of the tournament. This allows the professional golfers to focus and play without interruptions. They also handle evacuation of the spectators and golf professionals in the case of inclement weather. Tom tells us he enjoys giving back to the coastal community and seeing the excitement when children are given the chance to try something new like golf. “The Boys & Girls Club gives kids the chance to laugh, smile and learn together. Golf is a sport where children can learn individual and team success which gives them confidence in their everyday lives. This can be seen during the annual
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Wiffle ball game where the pros, their wives, RSM staff, and sponsors give their time to make sure each child feels special.”
Tom co-chairs with longtime friend Clarence Strahan. They have traveled to many PGA events to volunteer their time and learn how to improve the volunteer experience. Tom shared, “We have lots of stories, from runaway golf carts to walking with Arnold Palmer. The RSM Classic is a close-knit environment where we connect every year to reminisce, laugh and make new memories. I have met so many PGA golfers. The laid back comfortable atmosphere here on St. Simons allows the pros to enjoy to beautiful area while competing. Last year I met Cameron Champ, he is an awesome young man and one of the longest hitters on tour. It was amazing to see him drive the ball. I can only dream.” Tom says, “I have played golf for 40 years and my entire family plays golf. My sister just won the club championship at her local golf course in West Virginia. After my dad passed away I found a journal he kept in which he made notes
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and suggestions on each of our golf swings. He never corrected us on the course so it was nice to see his suggestions in his own writing.” Tom’s wife just recently took up the sport, enjoying a few fun ladies chip and sip lessons with her
friends.“One afternoon she was riding around our club course with me and decided to play the par 3 hole to practice,” Tom shares. “She hit her tee shot, keeping her head down as she learned in the clinic. As I saw the ball hit and bounce toward the hole, I knew I’d never hear the end of this. As my wife was asking where the ball went, it rolled into the hole for a hole in one. To this day, she reminds me that anything is possible, and my golf buddies never let me forget it!” Tom says the tournament is perfect for this area. “RSM is known for exceptional cus-
tomer service in a very unassuming classic way. They get the job done without fanfare or flashy advertising. This is a perfect fit because the Golden Isles are seen in the same light … peaceful, relaxing, and an unassuming place to unwind. Davis and Mark Love, and their entire staff make the event very enjoyable for everyone. They are proud of the tournament and the Golden Isles community. The RSM Classic staff and executives are very appreciative of all the volunteers, making everyone feel like they are important, and taking time to personally thank them.” He continues,
“When the United States flag on the pin of each green comes into view as I walk up the fairway, I am reminded how lucky we are to live in the country we do. I say many prayers that day for all our military and am so thankful they are protecting us. Community Day with the kids is filled with fun and laughter. Watching the pros and their wives play Wiffle ball and connect with the kids is wonderful. Make sure you come out and enjoy the experience and join the golf family. And don’t forget to stop at the 15th hole hospitality for some shrimp tacos!”
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larence Strahan lives in Richmond Hill and has been volunteering for the tournament for ten years. Clarence retired in 2013 as a Chief Inspector at FLETC but, before that, used vacation time to volunteer. Clarence’s father introduced him to golf at a very early age and he tries to play once a week. He shares, “You can score well on days you don’t have your best game and you can have a bad day when one part of your game fails. It’s the ultimate love/hate experience!”
Clarence is one of five marshal co-chairs and supervises the marshal volunteers on the Plantation Course from Wednesday to Friday, then moves over to Seaside for the weekend rounds. He also helps run the evacuation plan for the tournament. In the second year he volunteered play had to be suspended due to fog. That meant taking the players off the course at dark and then putting them back on at first light the next day. Clarence explains, “Because it was the first time evacuating the players, there were some logistical issues that had to be worked out. We met at the Corn Barn before sunrise and lined up the vans for the players to be dropped off at their position on the course. It was a scary time but with everyone pulling their weight
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we were able to make it work.” He praises the team atmosphere and camaraderie, saying, “My son was having a terrible time with his drives, and I asked Mark Love if he could watch him for 30 minutes to help. Mark met us at the range and had him do one drill that now has him outdriving me by 50 yards or more! That’s the kind of guy Mark is.”
Clarence enjoys being in the “PGA world” and has many stories. He told us about how he met famous golf course designer Robert Trent Jones, Jr. at Erin Hills during the 2015 U.S. Open. Clarence and his son had lunch with him at the USGA hospitality tent and Jones took pictures and signed a book he had written about the history of his course designs. Clarence has walked
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“Clarence Rose.” When Clarence saw him again at Merion in 2013, Rose remembered the Charlotte conversation and then won the U.S. Open!
with Tiger Woods several times, including a practice round at Merion in 2013 where he was nice enough to shake hands after the round. Clarence has met Phil Mickelson, Adam Scott and Sergio Garcia, with whom he walked in his last two rounds in 2015 at Chambers Bay. He also met Justin Rose in Charlotte, who joked with him they shared a name because as a journeyman on the PGA TOUR, Justin was given the nickname
About the tournament, Clarence says, “The RSM Classic is much more laid back than the other tournaments I work. At the Wells Fargo, there are 20,000 to 45,000 fans a day on the course. At the U.S. Opens there are at least 40,000 each day. At the RSM the crowds are smaller and very much better behaved! The volunteers are much more laid back and have more fun than the other events. It is harder to recruit volunteers because of the smaller population, so if you want to have fun at a great location in the best time of the year,
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2012. And her younger sister, Martha Leach, won the 2009 USGA Women’s Mid-Amateur in 2018 and was a medalist in the inaugural USGA Women’s Senior Open.
Jean Stacy ean Stacy and her boyfriend, Chris Tolleson, have managed the ecology program for The RSM Classic since the tournament started. The ecology program is a team of volunteers who are responsible for the trash and
Jean Stacy and Chris Tolleson
recycling on the course during the tournament. She comes from a golf family and is one of ten siblings born and raised in Savannah, where she still lives today. Jean played as a junior in many USGA tournaments, regional and state tournaments. She also played on the women’s minitour decades ago in California with aspiration of one day playing on the LPGA Tour. Two of her sisters played golf for the University of Georgia. Her older sister, Hollis Stacy, played on the LPGA Tour, winning 18 tour events, including four major championships, and was inducted into The World Golf Hall of Fame in 32
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Chris is an old friend of The RSM Classic’s executive director, Mark Love. Chris grew up with Mark and Davis on St. Simons Island. Prior to the first tournament in 2010, Mark mentioned to Chris that they needed someone to manage the Ecology Program. Chris said he would do it and then recruited Jean to help. Jean tells us he was able to recruit her “because of my love for golf and being outside. Ten years later, who would have thought that I actually love trash!” Jean can’t say enough about the great group of volunteers who return every year to help. She says they include teachers, lawyers, a judge, a restaurant
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come join us!” He continues, “I really enjoyed it when we had College Day on Saturdays. I would always wear my LSU hat and get many comments. And after last year, I can now have the last laugh! I enjoy working with the local high school students that volunteer. They are getting out of school, but almost all of them say they enjoy the experience.” He has high praise for the staff too. “I also appreciate the work Christian Freeman puts in every year. She’s the first one at the Corn Barn every day and last to leave. She doesn’t get enough credit and I know the work she has to do to keep all the volunteers happy. Now if I could just get her to play golf in my foursome at the volunteer outing!”
owner, an author, executives from Georgia Power, retirees, and many others. The pair usually divide up the week of the tournament as much as possible so that at least one of them can be there at all times, including the Pro-Ams, practice rounds, and every day of the tournament. Jean says their daily schedule starts “with us arriving at the course at daybreak so we have time to drive the course and ensure all our trash racks are ready before the golfers and spectators arrive. Our volunteers arrive about 10:00 a.m. and work until around 5:00 p.m. After we finish at the course each day, we usually stop at Catch 228 for beer & oysters and catch up with friends before going home.” She says, “We enjoy volunteering for the tournament to help Mark and Davis Love and to support an event that is so beneficial to the local community.”
It’s absolutely essential to stay hydrated while playing a round of golf. That said, beer is completely acceptable, and no one is counting the cans like they might if you have a pile accumulating on the coffee table in the living room while you watch the game. Also, a shared flask of spirits is reputed to have been part of the first Thanksgiving, so why not continue the tradition?! If the air is nippy on the course, a flask of bourbon is practically a necessity.
Another Course of Golf There are several golf courses across
the United States that call to mind this beloved November holiday: Thanksgiving Point Golf Club in Lehigh, Utah; Pilgrim’s Run Golf Club in Pierson, Michigan, Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine, Wild Turkey Golf Club in Vernon, New Jersey, Sage Valley Golf Club in Graniteville, South Carolina, Butternut Creek Golf Course in Blairsville, Georgia, and Cranberry Valley Golf Club in Harwich, Massachusetts. Top that off with dessert at Pumpkin Ridge (in North
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want to keep things relaxed, scramble play is probably your best bet, especially if you have less experienced golfers joining in. That way, the haphazard recreational players can’t completely tank a round, and you can shake off any bad shots while celebrating the aces too. Because the goal is still to get the lowest score as possible, that allows plenty of room for spirited competition. And while light traffic on the course might allow for 18 holes to move more quickly, nine holes is probably enough for any recreational golfers in the group.
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Willem and Gudrun Rusman
he RSM Classic even brings people from overseas! Willem and Gudrun Rusman live on Guernsey, one of the Channel Islands situated in the Bay of St Malo, just out of the English Channel. Guernsey is a financial offshore center as well as a visitor attraction. It’s well known for growing tomatoes and flowers. While retired now, Willem had a horticultural business and Gudrun worked for Northern Trust. The Rusman couple have always liked to travel to the U.S. and now, with more free time, they are able to do this frequently. That is, when they are not playing golf. Guernsey has two 18 hole golf courses and one 9 hole course, which according to Willem, on an island their size, is not bad! Currently both work as marshals on Hole 18, with Willem being one of the captains. They explain how it began: “In 2010 we were asked by email, via The Players, to help out at the McGladrey Classic, but at that time we were just on our way back to Atlanta and then on to London, so this was not possible. But when we returned for the 2011 Tour Championship, where we volunteer also, we thought we could offer to volunteer at the McGladrey Classic/now RSM. We were accepted and really
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enjoyed the experience. We have come back ever since.” They share, “We love the Golden Isles area, the beautiful landscape, the live oak trees and the beaches. We always make sure that we see more than just the golf courses, although they are absolutely brilliant, and that makes a round of golf even more enjoyable, to take in the scenery! What really impressed us was the Military Appreciation Day. It is great
A Cinderella Story According to everything we were taught in grade school, that first Thanksgiving was a gathering of the New England settlers and their Native American neighbors to celebrate the fall harvest. When we dressed up for our holiday dinners, we made turkey centerpieces and got to be Pilgrims or Indians. How does this tie in to golf? The model for Bushwood Country Club in Caddyshack was Indian Hill Country Club in Winnetka, Illinois. Indians … golf, see?
to see how the military is honored and appreciated in the U.S.” Gudrun adds, “We also like the concept of volunteering, with the charity aspect, which makes it so worthwhile to give your time for such a great cause in helping the local community. We really loved the area. Everybody is so friendly. The island is beautiful and it is such a special atmosphere, which makes this experience so unique. The people are easy to talk to and the tournament is really well organized, which makes the volunteer experience even better.” Willem says, “We are really fortunate to be working with such a great volunteer team. We always look forward to seeing them all again, every year, and being able to watch famous golfers from up close, interacting with the gallery, and, above all, having fun and enjoying the experience!”
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ounding out this group of volunteers is Steve Holt, another ten year veteran volunteer of the tournament, Steve grew up in Richmond, Virginia. He met island native Gordon Strother in college at UGA and once he visited, knew he would live here. Steve moved here permanently in 1999 with wife Catherine and their two children. He is currently a real estate banker for Synovus, Corporate Sponsor and the Bank of The RSM Classic. Holt chairs the ambassadors/greeters committee with Julie Ackerman and John Pope, who he says are both amazing. Asked why he volunteers, Steve said “My parents were active volunteers and I have enjoyed being involved my whole life. One motivation for me is the support the Davis Love Foundation has for giving back to our local charities. I’m very active with Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Georgia, and they have been the beneficiary of monies raised. It has a tremendous impact on the young boys and girls who need us the most. Mark Love is on that board and has provided great leadership.” Because
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he’s out on the course a lot during the tournament with other volunteers, Steve tells us “It’s fun to see so many guests having a good time and enjoying the golf and our community. It is just fun helping people out.” Steve says he has met many of the local PGA TOUR players in our community, and describes them as “All great guys. I try and give them space.” About his own golfing experiences, he shared “I did make a hole in one many years ago. Blind shot. I’ve always wondered if someone kicked it in!” Steve is very thankful The RSM Classic comes to our community each year and says “the tournament is a very strong influence within our business community. Such a win/win.”
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f you’d like to join the fun and these fantastic volunteers we’ve introduced here, we urge you to sign up. There may still be a few volunteer slots remaining. For more information, visit rsmclassic.com/volunteer or email Christian Freeman at volunteers@dlovefoundation.com.
The RSM Classic is a PGA TOUR and FedEx Cup Event, hosted by Davis Love III at Sea Island’s Seaside and Plantation golf courses on St. Simons Island. The tournament takes place November 18th-24th and includes special community and military appreciation days, pro-am tournaments, charity events, and a concert with country music sensation Cole Swindell. Visit rsmclassic.com for detailed schedule of events and ticket information.
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ere it is once again, your Elegant Island Living Guide to the holidays in the Golden Isles. Once November arrives, holiday shopping opportunities and Christmas celebrations come fast and furious. To make sure you don’t miss a thing in these months of merriment, we try to put it all together for you here. Here’s what we know so far, and we’re sure there will be more to come, so get out your calendar and start planning! (continues)
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ring your shopping list to the Lighthouse Museum Store during their Holiday Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9th! Enjoy 20% off storewide and special members-only events throughout the day including breakfast, a wine tasting demonstration from 1-2:00 p.m., and the chance to win a holiday door prize! New and exclusive merchandise will be introduced and select vendors will be displaying their latest products. There will be also be book signings by local
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authors Larry Hobbs (10:00 a.m.), Buddy Sullivan (11:00 a.m.) and Amy Roberts and co-author Patrick J. Holladay, Ph.D. (1:00 p.m.). The Museum Store is located in the A.W. Jones Heritage Center at 610 Beachview Drive. The Lord of Life Lutheran Church’s 11th Annual Holiday Market Craft Festival will be held at 2801 Frederica Road on Saturday, December 7th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More than 30 indoor and outdoor vendors will be selling quality handmade items including art, pottery, jewelry, ornaments and holiday décor, specialty soaps, accessories, and many other gift ideas. “Flavor of Georgia” winner Rockingham Pecans and The Blueberry Barn, both from Alma, will both be there. (Pre-ordering the Rockingham Pecans by calling 912.632.1101 before the festival is encouraged). The church will host its delectable bake and homemade pickle sale, used book sale, coffee and breakfast snacks, and lunch. The raffle prizes are always outstanding and include restaurant gift cards, specialty gift baskets, and a hand crafted woodwork item donated by Golden Isles Woodworkers member Paul Speich. Funds raised by the Festival are used by the church as outreach to people in our community who find themselves in dire need and to send young people to camp. For additional information, call 912.638.4673. NOVEMBER 2019
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Confections & Concoctions are what you’ll find at Cassina Garden Club’s 26th Annual Christmas Bake Sale on Saturday, December 7th. Taking place from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the tabby cabins at Gascoigne Bluff, the Bake Sale will once again offer tasty and festive homemade cakes, pies, breads and cookies, as well as holiday treats and gifts like cheese straws, toasted pecans, jellies and jams. New offerings this year will be palmetto wreaths and table arrangements handmade by Cassina members, along with last year’s popular boxwood tabletop trees. “Gift Ready” amaryllis and paperwhite bulbs will again be available at excellent prices. See cassinagardenclub.org for information on preordering wreaths, tabletop trees, kissing balls and bulbs. Come early to stock up on delicious desserts and gifts, and cheerful, fresh Christmas décor! Funds raised during this traditional local event are used for the continued preservation and maintenance of the 1830s tabby cabins.
Glynn Visual Arts hosts its 9th annual Mistletoe Market in the Village on St. Simons Island from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8. A mainstay of the Golden Isles’ holiday festivities, this fine art and gift market will feature 60-70 accomplished artists and artisans offering a wide array of quality artwork including two dimensional art, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, photography, woodworking, baskets, fabric and mixed media. This show combines fine art, fabulous gifts, great food, entertainment and family fun in a festive outdoor island holiday atmosphere. It is the perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to find that one-of-a-kind purchase or handmade gift for the holiday season while supporting small business and the local community. If you’re a dog lover, be sure not to miss the Holiday Hound Hike at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7th. Precious pooches and an occasional potbellied pig parade around Postell Park and the Pier dressed in their holiday finery. Registration is $10 per dog and can be completed online in advance or at the park beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. On Saturday, November 16th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., enjoy coffee and sweet treats inside Old City Hall in Historic Downtown Brunswick while you do some holiday shopping to support local artists and makers at The Moxie Craft Fest Handmade Holiday Market. This free event features carefully curated
vendors with unique, on trend handmade and vintage wares. Historic Downtown Brunswick will be celebrating a month-long Festival of Lights and Window Wonderland during which merchants will decorate their storefronts and windows in a friendly competition, and there will be plenty of special opportunities to shop in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Saturday, November 30 is Shop Small Saturday, featuring the many unique small businesses downtown has to offer. Merchants will be offering promotions and specials during normal Saturday business hours, as well as other fun activities. Adding to the celebration, a Winterfest Crafts Along Newcastle showcasing talented artisans and their creative crafts will be located in the squares along Newcastle Street between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. On Saturday, December 14, the Festival of Lights Craft Fair returns to the squares along Newcastle Street from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will also be live holiday music in Jekyll Square West with Michael Hulett and other performers. In the squares along Newcastle Street, kids can enjoy games and make-and-take crafts. Santa will make appearances in Jekyll Square East periodically throughout the day.
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Hello Holidays T he Historic Downtown Brunswick Festival of Lights and Window Wonderland will begin on Friday, November 29th with the lighting of the City of Brunswick Christmas tree in Jekyll Square West. There will also be carriage rides, carolers, and the always highly anticipated visit from Santa! The Annual Brunswick Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, December 7, beginning at 5:30 PM at Howard Coffin Park, and proceeding along Gloucester Street to end at Mary Ross Waterfront Park. Don’t miss this downtown tradition! On Jekyll Island, golf carts don their Christmas best and jingle all the way through the Historic District on Saturday, December 7 during the festive Holly Jolly Jekyll Parade. Golf car line up begins in the Golf Course parking lot at 4:30 p.m. The parade begins at 5:00 p.m. with the route heading west on Captain Wylly Road, south on Old Plantation Road to Stable Road, then along Pier Road, and winding behind Sans Souci to end on the Main Lawn around the Great Tree. Walkup registration only. Monetary contributions are welcome. The parade will conclude with the celebratory lighting of the Great Tree. The Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation will present its inaugural Lights of Courage tree lighting ceremony to honor and remember loved ones and caretakers on Monday, December 2nd from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Nunnally House and Gumaer Gardens on the Southeast Georgia Health System’s Brunswick campus. You can purchase a light in honor or memory for $25. Call 912.466.3360 to donate or visit wearethefoundation.org.
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n Saturday, December 7th, Magnolia Garden Club’s annual Historic Brunswick Christmas Tour of Homes & Bake Sale returns with a new twist. For the first time, the self-guided tour will feature a variety of home styles decorated for the season, including grand Victorian, mid-century-modern ranch, historic cottage, and a newly restored modern loft. Stops will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the bake sale staying open until 4 p.m. Storytellers will share information about the area and particular houses. Participants have the option to walk, drive, or take Redbug shuttles as they tour the neighborhood. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 on tour day. Groups of 10 or more are $20 per person. Advance tickets can be purchased in Brunswick at Dot & Army, 1426 Newcastle Street, and on St. Simons Island at G. J. Ford Bookshop, 600 Sea Island Road or Righton Books, 222 Redfern Village. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event at First United Methodist Church, 1400 Norwich Street. This is also the location of the bake sale, which features delicious homemade
baked treats and an assortment of other delicacies such as jams, jellies, etc. Come explore this vibrant, historic downtown community while enjoying the festive holiday atmosphere.
Experience what Christmas would have been like on a Southern rice plantation in the 1950s at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site just off US Highway 17N in Brunswick. Come celebrate the season at the 39th Annual Hofwyl Plantation Christmas, on Friday and Saturday, December 6-7, from 6:009:00 p.m. Stroll down the old carriage road and enjoy tours of an antebellum plantation house by candlelight. Enjoy hot wassail and cookies while singing Christmas carols in the parlor. There will be cannon and rifle demonstrations at intervals throughout the night by Civil War reenactors. Of course the evening wouldn’t be complete without an appearance by Santa Claus. Admission is $10 for adults and seniors, $5 for youth 6-17. For more information, call 912.264.7333.
Visit Sapelo Island for Holiday Tour Brunches in December. Brunches will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from December 3 through December 21st. All brunches include a docent led tour of the beautifully decorated Reynolds Mansion. Tuesday and Thursday tickets will include a bus tour of several locations on the south end of the island. Tickets are $35 per person and reservation must be paid for at the time of booking and is nonrefundable. This price does not include the $15 round trip ferry fee which must be paid at the Sapelo Island visitor center on the day of your reservation. Tickets will sell out fast, so call 912.485.2299 early to reserve your spot.
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ekyll Island transforms into a holiday wonderland known as Holly Jolly Jekyll November 29th through January 5th. In addition to the gorgeous lights that will be twinkling around the island, there are some other special seasonal attractions. Jekyll Island Mini Golf will become Peppermint Land in a celebration of the Christmas season with a nod to the island’s original amusement park. Enjoy one or both
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of the 18-hole courses while surrounded by life-size gum drops, peppermint sticks, gingerbread men and more. Don’t forget to snap a pic for the Christmas card! For pricing and hours, visit jekyllisland.com/activities/miniature-golf/ Once again this year, the Jekyll Island Skating Village will return. Located in the picturesque Historic District, this winter attraction features a synthetic ice rink and real ice skates. This unique surface takes the pain and cold out of ice skating and is easy for kids and adults of all ages. Skate amidst history, under ancient oaks, and with a spectacular view of the Jekyll
River. Closed Christmas Day. $5 per person, includes skate rental & 30-minute session. For hours see jekyllisland.com/holiday.
How about a movie? On Saturday, November 30, The Grinch will be on the big screen at Jekyll Island’s free Movie on the Green holiday showing & Christmas carol sing-along. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m. and we encourage you to sing loudly, because everyone knows the best way to spread Christmas cheer! On Friday, December 6 from 6:00-8:00 p.m., there’s Santa Cinema at the St. Simons Casino Theater. Bring the kiddos out to watch animated holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The movie will start every half hour so there are multiple chances to view. Be sure to bring your camera, because Santa will be there to visit with each child and present them with a special gift. Admission is $3 per person, cash only. On Saturday, December 7, join the American Cancer Society Victory Board at GTC Island Cinemas for Merry Movies. Kids are invited to wear their favorite pajamas for a picture with Santa at 9:00 a.m. and then stay
for the movies that begin at 9:45 a.m. Parents can choose Mickey’s Christmas Carol (26 minutes) or Elf (1 hour and 37minutes). Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at at the door or in advance at acsvictoryboard.org. The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort has extra holiday magic up their sleeves this year for “A King and Prince Christmas.” They’ll start the celebration on Friday, December 6th with the lighting of the lobby’s Grand Tree, one of the biggest and most beautifully decorated Christmas trees on St. Simons Island. Familyfriendly festivities continue with a Teddy Bear Tea on December 14th and 21st, Brunch with Mr. & Mrs. Claus December 15th and 22nd, and Fireside Storytime with Santa on December 23rd. These events will be open to the community, and people are also invited to stop in just to see the holiday décor and drop off unwrapped toy donations for their annual Toys for Tots toy drive. For more details, visit kingandprince.com. The Jekyll Island Club Resort has numerous options for special moments with Santa and some delicious holiday delights, including
Lunch with Santa in the Grand Dining Room on December 7th and 14th. Set in the beautifully decorated Grand Dining Room, guests will enjoy a lunch buffet with a visit from Santa. The kids can share their wish list with Santa, then the whole family can join in for a family photo (available for purchase from photographer). There’s Holiday High Tea on December 3rd, 10th, 16th, and 18th. This holiday tradition at the Jekyll Island Club Resort can be a family affair, a mother-daughter occasion, or a grown-up girls’ afternoon out. Enjoy the sounds of the season while you sip on our expansive selection of teas and dine on tea sandwiches, soup, warm scones with fruit compote and exquisite holiday sweets. On December 14th, the Jekyll Ocean Club’s Eighty Ocean Kitchen and Bar offers an oceanside Breakfast with The Grinch! Guests will enjoy a “Green Eggs & Ham” themed breakfast buffet with friends and family. Tickets are required for all “Whos” attending this festive event. Two seatings available: 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. To see details and make reservations for these events and more, visit jekyllisland.com/holiday.
We can’t leave the sea turtles out! On Saturday, December 14th, spread holiday cheer with games, cookie decorating, and writing holiday wishes to the sick sea turtles at the Jingle Shells event at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. In addition to fun family activities, there will be holiday photo ops, eco-friendly gift ideas, and more to help you ring in the season from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free with paid admission to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. jekyllisland.com/event/jingle-shells/ Jekyll’s Beach Village will be the place to be on Saturday, December 21st for a Winter Carnival from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Enjoy free rides, games, bounce houses, and music on the Village Green followed by a special fireworks display starting at 7:30 p.m. That’s right! There will still be holiday fireworks on Jekyll Island! jekyllisland.com/event/winter-carnival/
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n Thursday, December 5, experience a celebration of life, love, and giving as the wooded campus of Hospice of the Golden Isles is transformed into a magical place lit by the glow of thousands of holiday lights that shine in honor and memory of all those who have touched our lives. The annual Lights of Love program with music and luminary lighting will follow a 5:00 p.m. Service of Remembrance at Hospice of the Golden Isles, located at 1692 Glynco Parkway in Brunswick. Light refreshments will be served following the service. This beautiful memorial event 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. Hop aboard Lighthouse Trolleys for their Annual Christmas Tour of Lights on St. Simons Island. This long-running Fendig family tradition and 90-minute tour includes a “surprise” visit with Santa Claus with hot chocolate and cookies. Their tours make you feel like a member of the family and are great
for everyone, kids, adults, grandparents, even office staff! Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks, including alcohol, but no glass is permitted on board. Christmas Trolley departs from the St. Simons Fishing Pier December 13th-December 24th 7:00-7:15 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.; December 26th & 27th Tour of Lights at 7:00 p.m. only and no visit with Santa included. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 & under. And now Cap’s offering a tour of Jekyll too! This 90-minute trip will depart from Lanier Plaza on US 17 in Brunswick and will travel to and around Jekyll Island to view the Lights Show, a stop for hot chocolate and drinks (additional purchase at Jekyll Island Club hotel). If you’re on Jekyll Island, you can join the tour in front of Fuse In Beach Village. Let Lighthouse Trolleys be your Jekyll “sleigh” ride with their fully covered and weather protected VIP executive mini bus. You even get the bonus of seeing the lights of Jekyll, St. Simons, and Brunswick while crossing over the Sidney Lanier Bridge. For more information and booking for both tours, visit lighthousetrolleys.com. Saint Simons Colonial Island Trolley Tours has also offered
Christmas Light Tours on St. Simons Island in December, but at the time of print, there is no information for 2019 tours. We suggest you visit colonialtrolley. com for updated information closer to the holidays. Jekyll Island is upping their holiday light game this year and is offering their own Holly Jolly Jekyll Light Tours for the first time. You can take a ride on Jekyll’s jolliest holiday trolley to see more than half a million lights around the island. Sit back, relax and enjoy the magical wonders of the season from historic live oaks dressed in their holiday best, to light displays set in a coastal wonderland. This 40-minute holiday lights tour will include a pit-stop at Faith Chapel and finish off with festive holiday beverages. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays, November 29 through December 29, 6:30 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. (except December 7) Tours start at Mosaic, the Jekyll Island Museum. $15 for adults, $7 for children 5-12, children 4 and under are free. For tickets or more information, call 912.635.4036. There are also carriage tours available. See jekyllisland.com/holiday for all options.
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he Golden Isles Community Messiah Chorus will be continuing their long-standing holiday concert tradition. Their performance of Handel’s Messiah is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 7th at Wesley United Methodist Church at Frederica. The concert is free and made possible by generous supporters from the community. There will be only one performance, and seating is limited, so come early to celebrate the season in song.
This year, the Golden Isles Live! Christmas Concert moves to Strickland Auditorium at Epworth by the Sea. This festive event will be held on Friday December 6th at 7:30 p.m. and feature American operatic tenor, Ben Gulley with the Mark Lowrey Trio. Opera News called Gulley “an outstanding tenor and San Francisco Classical Voice described him as “startlingly-gifted.” His career is marked by lead and feature roles in opera, solo engagements, concert work, film work, nationwide touring, and prestigious appearances abroad. For the past two decades, Mark Lowrey has been considered one of the hardest working musicians in Kansas City. Though at heart a jazz musician, Lowrey’s contributions regionally and internationally span from hip hop to chamber music; from Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and Argentinian music to pop and rock. Tickets are $50 ($20 for students) and available at goldenisleslive.org. Golden Isles Arts & Humanities presents A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas at The Ritz Theatre. Bring the whole family out to see Charles Dickens’ immortal tale of the mean old miser Scrooge and his magical night discovering the true meaning of Christmas. December 13-15 and 20-22, Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Tickets available at goldenislesarts.org. Children’s choirs from local schools will be caroling at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort in December. Currently scheduled 6:30 p.m. performances by the choirs include Frederica Academy on December 9, Goodyear Elementary on December 10, Golden Isles Elementary on December 12, Glynn Middle School on December 16, Jane Macon Middle School and Sterling Elementary on December 17. Afternoon performances at 1:00 p.m. will include St Simons Elementary on December 17 and Oglethorpe Point Elementary on December 18. Come hear the children sing!
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elping others is a wonderful way to demonstrate the spirit of the season. One way to do this is to lend a hand at Lord of Life Lutheran Church during Operation Christmas Child’s national Collection Week on November 18-25. The church, located at 2801 Frederica Road on St. Simons Island, is serving as a Central Drop-off and will be open for shoebox drop-off November 18-20 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m.; November 21-22, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; November 23-24, 12 noon to 3:00 p.m.; and November 25, 9:3011:30 a.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m. Samaritan’s Purse is a non-denominational Christian organization which supports a variety of ministries, including Operation Christmas Child (OCC). Since 1993, OCC has distributed over 168 million shoebox gifts to children in more than 100 countries or territories around the world. Lord of Life has extra shoeboxes available, if needed, or pack your own shoe box. Items that go in the shoeboxes are specified for a girl or boy, ages 2-4, ages 5-9 or ages 10-14 and can include items like toys, games, puzzles, books, stuffed animals, art supplies, grooming items,
hair accessories, hats, socks, pajamas, t-shirts, shoes, etc. Candy and toothpaste are not permitted. To volunteer and count shoeboxes and pack cartons, call 912.638.4673.
On Saturday morning, December 7, runners wearing jingle bells and holiday attire will hit the road in the 8th annual CASA Jingle All the Way 5K and One Mile Fun Run. Proceeds from this holiday-themed run with awards for top finishers, team spirit, best costume, etc. benefit CASA Glynn and CASA Camden and their network of volunteers who support Southeast Georgia children in foster care programs. In our local area, there are approximately 200-250 abused and neglected children in foster care at any given time because they are unable to live safely at home. CASA volunteers watch over and advocate for these children to make sure they move quickly through the system and they are placed in a safe, permanent home. For many children, those volunteers may be the only constant adult presence they have during this process. Participating in the Jingle All the Way Run is a way to support CASA’s work and
allow them to help others have a happy holiday. To register for the run, go to active.com. The St. Simons Civinettes and members of the Glynn County Volunteer Fire Department are as busy as Santa’s elves making preparations to escort ol’ St. Nick on his annual Christmas Eve journey around St. Simons Island on the antique red fire truck known as Engine 32. For more than 70 years, these volunteers have made this magical journey possible where Santa stops to take last minute requests and hand out stockings. Whether you come out simply to wave to Santa on the lighted truck or have children who want to make sure the jolly gent in red has them on the “nice” list, please join in this beloved island Christmas tradition. The EIL elves will be posting information via social media about the location of the stops and estimated times of arrival on Christmas Eve, so follow us!
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he King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is inviting local charity organizations to build gingerbread houses to be displayed in the resort’s lobby for their Gingerbread House Spectacular. These houses will be on display in the lobby for two weeks beginning on December 5th and will each have information about the organization and a silent auction bid sheet for visitors to place bids, raising funds for the charity. A Fundraising Finale will be held on December 19th. If you are involved in a local non-profit and would like to participate, you still have time to join the fun; please contact Leigh Cort at 904.806.3613 or by email at leigh@leighcortpublicity.com. We encourage everyone to come out and see these Christmas creations and support the organizations that made them.
millionaires. Design yours to look like one of the original cottages or put your own holiday spin on it. Join historical educators for an evening of family-friendly fun, festive holiday beverages and prizes! And try not to eat too much of your house during construction! $35 for adults, $25 for children 5-15, children 4 and under are free (price includes gingerbread house materials and one drink
ticket). For tickets or more information, call 912.689.9294. Please be sure to follow EIL on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and check our online calendar at elegantislandliving.net frequently for updates and additions. The EIL Elves will be out and about and hope to see you at some of these special events!
For a hands-on gingerbread house workshop, head over to Jekyll Island’s Mosaic Museum on Friday, December 20th and take part in the Historic Gingerbread House Building from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Get creative and design your own historic gingerbread house, inspired by the houses of the Club Era
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Restoring Humanity in Classical Music Competitions by Mary L. Smith
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he Virginia Waring International Piano Competition (VWIPC) is one of the world’s most accessible and multigenerational celebrations of live classical piano music. Begun in 1979 as the Joanna Hodges International Piano Competition (JHIPC) in Palm Desert, CA, this Olympic style piano competition was created for pre-teens, teenagers and young adults 30 and under. In the cutthroat world of classical music, the VWIPC distinguishes itself as a nurturing experience for young pianists. Attending the Waring competition is like going to spring training; you can cheer for the classical music stars of tomorrow today. The VWPIC is all about music. The VWIPC’s ability to create a nurturing experience for young talent while engaging the local and global community remains unique and timeless. Young artists hone their skills while performing concerts before sizable and appreciative audiences in a joyous musical competition experience. Since its inception, the VWIPC has had a clear mission statement that guides its executives, board of directors and volunteers, ensuring that integrity and ethics remain an integral part of the organization’s competitions and daily operations. The VWIPC’s global presence and vast network of resources have provided contestants opportunities to play at Carnegie Hall, throughout Colorado and California, as well as in Vienna, London and Rome. The VWIPC is deeply woven into the social fabric of the community and has uniquely positioned itself to forge strategic partnerships with a variety of public and private organizations including schools throughout the Coachella Valley. Since 2008, the VWIPC has provided music education opportunities for over 8,000 students in grades 58
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K-12. The organization also works with youth and senior community centers providing free and low cost concerts. Year after year, the organization works tirelessly to encourage listenership through their innovative programs. The VWIPC takes place biennially and its pre-competition screening is rigorous. Only 40% of applicants were invited to compete in the 2019 competition. This year, 17 junior piano virtuosos ages 8 to 12 and 19 intermediate pianists ages 13 to 17 from eight countries played concerts before sizable audiences throughout the week competing for cash and future performance opportunities. Contestants are required to perform in the solo competition and have the option of participating in the concerto competition. In separate preliminary rounds for junior and intermediate contestants, the field was narrowed to to the six and seven highest scoring individuals from each respective group for the semi-finals. The three highest scoring contestants received cash and prizes. The concerto competition, which took place at the McCallum Theatre on April 1st, consisted of a preliminary round with the top 2 pianists advancing to the finals. Both junior and intermediate contestants enjoyed playing with a full professional orchestra before a packed house. In addition to generous cash prizes this year’s Intermediate concerto winner will enjoy a week’s residency with Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra in Fort Myers, FL, while the First Prize Junior Solo Contestant will per-
form in Snowmass, Colorado. For a full list of this year’s participants and prize winners please visit: vwipc.org/piano-competitions/. Following the Olympic-style awards presentation, an impromptu reception hosted by Artistic Director John Bayless and Executive Director Ann Greer gave contestants and their families the opportunity to relax and spend the evening with this year’s judges: Maestro Jeffrey Swann, composer and international recording artist Daniel Lessner, and international pianist Bernadene Blaha. Throughout the competition, Master Classes were facilitated by judges for contestants who did not advance to the next round, so everyone had a chance to meet the judges, take pictures, and receive feedback. Blaha described the competition as “a daily celebration of world class performances.” Music was a unifying force that that transcended language, nationality and age. Contestants from various countries and continents arrived as strangers and departed as friends. The VWIPC encourages everyone to achieve greatness and continues to set the bar in the world of philanthropy and classical piano music. If you are a virtuoso between 18 and 30 years of age and think you have what it takes to compete in the VWIPC, consider submitting your application for the upcoming senior competition in 2021. To learn more about upcoming competition, public or private partnership opportunities, please visit vwipc.org.
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ccording to FEMA, flooding causes more destruction and devastation than any other natural disaster in the United States. Floods leave behind billions of dollars in damage each year, destroying homes, property, and personal belongings. When hurricane season comes around, homeowners always have a heightened awareness of the devastation flooding can cause, but it doesn’t take a hurricane to cause flooding. A heavy rainstorm, high/king tides, or storm surge can often leave many wishing they had been more prepared, both financially and physically. The first step in getting prepared is to get educated. Do you have homeowners’ insurance? Did you know flooding is, generally, not covered by a standard homeowner, condo, or renters insurance policy? Instead, those policies typically help safeguard you from water damage when it comes to either a burst pipe or a hole in your roof, not a natural disaster. Rising waters can be more damaging than you think, impacting both your structure and the contents in it. Remember the three F’s, flooring, furniture, and fixtures. Those are three items difficult to take with you if you evacuate, but can easily be ruined by floods. Coverage for both your building and your personal belongings are actually sold separately. While your
house is covered for replacement cost, personal property protection is generally available on an actual cash value basis only. A very common question asked is, “Am I at risk for flooding?” FEMA updates its flood maps annually, and because of that, this question is ever-changing. Factors like weather patterns, construction, and land use can cause your property to go from a low-risk flood zone to a highrisk flood zone, or vice versa. These maps are aimed at helping mortgage companies decide if flood insurance is required for a loan and help gauge how much your insurance agent charges you for flood insurance. Even if the maps show that you don’t live in a high-risk flood zone, you are still in danger of flooding. Surprisingly, on average, 20 percent of all flood claims are filed in a low to moderate risk flood area. The second step you should take is to actually make the investment in flood insurance. This protects your assets most fully from the cost of flood damage and devastation. The Insurance Information Institute found that only 15 percent of homeowners had flood insurance in 2018. For the additional 85 percent of homeowners, if a flood had impacted their home and belongings, relief
from that devastation would have come in the form of loans. When your community is declared a disaster area, no-interest or low-interest loans are usually made available by the federal government to help with recovery efforts. But remember these loans have to be paid back. So you’re still held liable for the entire cost of your loss or damages. Plan ahead. When you’ve decided that flood insurance is a must, it’s good to note that there is a 30-day waiting period before the insurance policy takes effect. So don’t wait until a hurricane
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piscopal Church Women board members from Christ Church Frederica presented the $70,000 proceeds check from the 2019 Tour of Homes and their year-long cookbook sales. These monies are being distributed to organizations benefiting women and children. A full list of grant recipients is available at christchurchtourofhomes.org. This tradition that spans 67 years will continue on March 21, 2020 when the Tour of Homes resumes in association with Christ Church, Frederica, which will allow guests to visit and explore its extraordinary grounds. The Tour features stops at beautiful modern and traditional residences across St. Simons Island and Sea Island and points of historic interest, now including the new World War II Home Front Museum. The Christ Church ECW is also happy to announce Ma’Kayla Hulett as the winner
of this year’s ECW Scholarship. Ma’Kayla graduated with honors from Glynn Academy in 2018 and is currently attending Georgia Southern University, where she is majoring in Logistics and Intermodal Transportation. Ma’Kayla has continued her hard work and
dedication to learning in college, making the Dean’s List twice already. When she’s home, she’s a faithful member of St. Athanasius Episcopal Church in Brunswick, where she serves as an usher, a lector and is active in the youth program.
Presenting the check are back row (L-R): Bonney Shuman, Nancy Zell, Ethel Horton, Susie Henning; middle row: Kathryn Saunders, Carol Davis, Beryl Blatchford, Charlotte Graham; front row: Jane Watson and Christine Plank.
Scholarship presentation: back row (L-R) Paul White (Coastal Foundation of Georgia), Sherry Bowen; middle row: Mary Hulett, Beryl Blatchford, Mtr. Katie Knoll Lenon, Kathryn Saunders; front row: Ma’Kayla Hulett, Carol Davis, Christine Plank
GOLDEN ISLES CVB RECOGNIZED BY GOVERNOR
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uring the recent 2019 Georgia Governor’s Tourism Conference in LaGrange, the Golden Isles CVB was awarded the Al Burrus Award for Creative Expression by Gov. Brian Kemp and Interim Deputy Commissioner, Tourism Division Lisa Love. This prestigious award is given to an organization that develops a creative community public relations initiative. The CVB was recognized for its successful Golden Isles Hospitality Celebration, an annual event recognizing the accomplishments of the Golden Isles tourism industry and those who contribute to its suc-
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cess. Scott McQuade, President and CEO of the Golden Isles CVB was pleasantly surprised to receive the award. “This award has special meaning to our community as we have been recognized for our ability to work together and celebrate our collective successes” said McQuade. “We could not have achieved the record growth in tourism working as individuals and I commend all the tourism partners and their staff members that have rallied with the CVB to create an incredible team effort. This award truly belongs to the community and all those who work tirelessly in our local hospitality industry.”
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EXCELLENT WOMAN In October, Boni Ray Chaney was named a “Woman of the Month” by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized (P.O.W.E.R.), a network of women who mentor, inspire and empower each other to be their best. Boni Ray was featured to represent her profession due to her expertise, success, and longevity in the industry. Boni
Ray is the founder and owner of BellaMichelle Cosmeceuticals and has been a business owner in the spa and clinical skin restoration product development field for more than 30 years. As a skincare therapist, business owner, educator, and product developer, Boni is passionate about her clients’ needs. She believes every
DELOACH SOTHEBY’S WELCOMES GEORGIA USRY Georgia Bailey Usry has joined DeLoach Sotheby’s International Realty. Georgia offers a powerful combination of high level customer service and impressive negotiating skills to ensure every client finds a home as unique as they are. A UGA graduate and lifelong visitor of St. Simons Island, this Augusta native began her career in real estate after moving to Baltimore, MD. She comes to the Golden Isles as a top producer with Monument Sotheby’s International Realty. Georgia dedicates herself to a variety of philanthropic endeavors and loves community involvement. She attends St. Williams Catholic Church and is a member of the Live Oak Society of the St. Simons Land Trust, the Coastal Georgia Historical Society and the Symphony Society. Georgia and her daughter Carolyn (pictured) love making the Golden Isles their home. Contact Georgia at 912.638.0406 (office) or 912.689.9300 (cell) or georgia.usry@sothebysrealty.com.
woman deserves to look, feel and be their best through every phase of her life’s journey. BellaMichelle offers extensive menu of services from therapeutic clinical therapies, Advanced and medical, to help you achieve your skincare and anti-aging goals. Contact her at 912.223.4741 or visit lovebellamichelle.com.
EIGHT FEET OVER h2o creative group, a full service marketing & design firm, recently moved their headquarters next door to 1208 Newcastle Street # 101, keeping their roots and renewing their commitment to downtown Brunswick. The new space was recently completely renovated and was built to suit by local owners Nate & Liane Brock of Wiregrass studios and Overholt construction of
Jesup. h2o recently debuted the new space, while packing it out at the Chamber’s September Business After Hours. President John Daniel stated, “We just felt it was the next step in the natural progression of our company and our client partners to serve everyone better.” The industrial, yet welcoming environment, offers a dedicated photography studio, multiple meeting areas, glass wall conference room, and vintage exposed brick & plaster. The space is shared with tenants Wiregrass Studios and Thomas & Hutton Engineers. h2ocreativegroup.com
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BUSINESS BUZZ TAMARY’S IS BACK A trusted retailer on St. Simons Island for over twenty years, Tamary’s has reopened in its original location in the Shops at Demere. Tamary’s continues the tradition of representing beautiful “tried and true” fashions guaranteed to complement any wardrobe. They are the go-to retailer for brands like Cambio, Michael Stars, Gracewear Jewelry, and Pat Areias Fine Sterling Buckles. Tamary’s is a combination of the first names of owner Tami Stogner and her mother Mary, and reopening the store has been a family affair too. Tami’s husband Michael managed construction of the space, website and social media. Daughter Michael Marie went to market for the first buy. Longtime friends Elizabeth Smith Pipe and Brenda Dohn also lent a hand with the boutique’s décor and its opening. With their help, Tamary’s was able to open for Mary’s 90th birthday! Open Mon.-Sat. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 2463 Demere Road, Ste. 104, 912.268.4819. INDIGO COASTAL SHANTY EXPANDS DINNER HOURS Indigo Coastal Shanty is known for serving a diverse selection of local Southern comfort food, international cuisine with no boundaries, and everything in-between, in a relaxed atmosphere located at 1402 Reynold Street in historic downtown Brunswick. This restaurant is a sunny little joint that’s big on friendliness and fresh flavors and has earned a 5 star rating on Trip Advisor. Their mantra is “where PARKWOOD PODIATRY CELEBRATES 60 YEARS This year, Parkwood Podiatry celebrates their Diamond Anniversary. That’s 60 years of offering the highest level of care for you and your feet. Since its opening in 1959, Parkwood Podiatry has been a family practice. It all started with Dr. Paul Bodamer, who simply wanted to offer the best quality service to
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those in Southeast Georgia and beyond. In 1992, he welcomed his son, Dr. Brett Bodamer, to join the practice and continue offering the same quality care. Dr. Matthew Eller came on board in 2004 and added to the continued growth. Now the practice has locations in Brunswick and Hinesville to serve
vacation is a state of mind” because when you’re there, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation. If you have never visited, you are missing out on a great foodie experience and Chef Judah Lynch invites you to come give them a try. They’re open Monday-Friday for lunch starting at 11:00 a.m. and now serve dinner TuesdaySaturday until 9:30 p.m. with affordable selections of beer and wine. Call 912.265.2007, visit indigocoastalshanty.com, or find them on Facebook and Instagram @indigocoastalshanty.
a wider area. Parkwood Podiatry is happy to share this celebration with the Golden Isles, where it all started. For more information about their services, please visit parkwoodpodiatry.com or call the Brunswick office at 912.265.4766 or the Hinesville office at 912.368.3036.
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DID SOMEONE SAY BOURBON? Come out to the Oceanfront Lawn at The King and Prince Resort on Friday, November 15th for a night of good eats, drinks, games, and more at Bourbon, Brews & BBQ. Enjoy raffle opportunities to win select bottles of Bourbon and enjoy live music from the Island Kings. There is a Corn Hole Grand Prize of a bottle of IW Harper 15 yr. Bourbon. The bar will be serving Blade & Bow, Michters
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Small Batch, Redemption Rye, Henry Mckenna 10 yr., George Dickle Barrell Select and Bulleit Barrel Strength, as well as local craft beers. The event will take place from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person plus tax and include all food, two drink tickets and one raffle ticket. A portion of
the proceeds benefit the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. Tickets available on eventbrite or by calling 912.268.5966.
EXPERIENCE LEGENDS FACE 2 FACE Sea Island presents Face 2 Face on Friday, December 6 at Rainbow Island as the next concert in their Southern Grown Concert Series. Face 2 Face is an
amazing tribute to superstars Sir Elton John and Billy Joel. Elton and Billy dominated the charts through the 70s, 80s and 90s selling millions of records with mega hits such as “Saturday Night,” “Crocodile Rock,” “Yellow Brick Road,” “Candle in the Wind,” “Piano Man,” “Big Shot,” “Just the Way You Are.” The Face 2 Face artists recreating that magic promise a high-energy, interactive rock-n-roll show. Each entertainer will perform a solo set to open. For the finale, the two piano men play together on separate pianos while sharing lyrics from each other’s songs. Tickets $45 per person, available at tickets.completeticketsolutions.com/sgcs/Online/.
RELIVE HISTORY Vintage B-17 Flying Fortress Aluminum Overcast is returning to the McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport November 22-24 and will be offering flight experience packages and ground tours. More than just an airplane, the B-17 is living history that holds a remarkable connection to the past and is the most iconic image of World War II. Today, it serves as a tribute to those known as the greatest generation: the bold men and women
who built and served on the heavy bombers in the 1940s. This is your chance to relive their story. All ticket proceeds support the Experimental Aircraft Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing The Spirit of Aviation with everyone. The tour stops are hosted by volunteers who are passionate about sharing the B-17’s stories. Visit B17.org or call 800.359.6217 for more information about pricing and times. This is a once in a lifetime experience!
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CRAZY FOR PATSY CLINE Having sold out two national tours of “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline,” Katie Deal takes the stage with her own story of how the music and style of Patsy Cline have changed her life forever. With a new take on nostalgia, Katie’s one-woman show features a live band, tight harmonies and a powerhouse singer. In this evening of “pure Patsy” you will learn a little bit about Katie, a little bit about Ms. Patsy, and a lot about why Patsy’s music is loved by so many. One show only at The Ritz Theatre at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 17, so get your tickets now to make sure you don’t miss out! Visit goldenislesarts.org or stop by The Ritz Theatre Box Office to purchase.
CHEERS FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP On Saturday, December 7th, plan to make a day of football and fun with friends at Gnat’s Landing on St. Simons Island. Join the Championship Tailgate Party presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia. The excitement kicks off at 11:30 a.m. and will continue through the big games until 10:00 p.m. The festivities will include beer, wine, and
a game day buffet. It’ll be the best party on the island because it also benefits the kids in our community through the programs of the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia. Put on your game day attire and come out to root for your favorite SEC teams – or against the ones you hate! It’s going to be a great time! Tickets are $150 per person and can be purchased online at bgcsega.com.
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DUCK SEASON Golden Isles Arts & Humanities’ Cinema Gourmet Series gives you the opportunity to enjoy a screening of a classic movie preceded by a tasting of delicious food from chef Judah Lynch of Indigo Coastal Shanty and an insightful talk about what makes the film a “must see.” The classic that will be featured at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, November 14th is 1933 comedy Duck Soup, directed by Leo McCarey and starring the Four Marx Brothers (Groucho, Chico, Harpo and Zeppo). Due to limited seating for the food, talk and movie, tickets must be purchased by midnight of the Monday preceding the show. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased by phone at 912.252.6934, in person at the Ritz Theatre, or online at goldenislesarts.org. Tickets for the talk and movie only are available at the door the night of the screening for $7.
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JEKYLL ISLAND’S AWARD-WINNING SHRIMP AND GRITS FESTIVAL HAD A GORGEOUS WEEKEND FOR ITS LAST SEPTEMBER OCCURRENCE, AS NEXT YEAR IT MOVES TO NOVEMBER. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY THREE-DAY EVENT ALWAYS DRAWS A HUGE CROWD EAGER TO TASTE THE SHRIMP AND GRITS AND OTHER OFFERINGS BEING SERVED UP BY LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND PARTICIPATING VENDORS. (continues on page 74) 72
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WHAT A WONDERFUL, GENEROUS COMMUNITY WE HAVE! MORE THAN 800 PEOPLE TURNED OUT FOR AN ISLAND TO ISLAND BENEFIT FOR THE BAHAMAS. Presented by Christ Church Frederica with sponsors including the Coastal Georgia Historical Society and Elegant Island Living,
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REDFERN GOES GOLD RECENTLY MARKED ITS 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF SUPPORTING FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY BATTLING CHILDHOOD CANCER. Spearheaded by Katie Wilkin and Team Alexa, this family-friendly event has been held at Gnat’s Landing each September to help raise
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h2o CREATIVE GROUP HOSTED THE BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S SEPTEMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS AND A RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY AT THEIR NEW HEADQUARTERS, LOCATED AT 1208 NEWCASTLE STREET. THE NEW SPACE FITS THIS ENTHUSIASTIC GROUP OF CREATIVES PERFECTLY AND INVITES INNOVATION, ENERGY, AND IMAGINATION.
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WITH THE WELL-PUBLICIZED RESCUE OF CREW MEMBERS ON THE GOLDEN RAY, THE ROLE AND VALUE OF THE INTERNATIONAL SEAFARERS CENTER BECAME VISIBLE OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. It is this non-profit organization’s mission to provide in-port services for
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GLYNN VISUAL ARTS RECENTLY HELD THEIR ANNUAL FALL ART FESTIVAL WITH THE ADDITION OF A MERRY MERMAID PARADE. WHILE EIL MISSED THE SURELY FIN-TASTIC FESTIVITIES SATURDAY, THERE WERE STILL LOTS OF HAPPY SHOPPERS AND VENDORS MANNING THEIR BOOTHS ON SUNDAY. IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL DAY UNDER THE OAKS AT POSTELL PARK!
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A SUNNY SUNDAY AFTERNOON PLAYING BINGO AT THE BOATHOUSE FOR DESIGNER HANDBAGS? WHAT A GREAT IDEA! This fabulous fundraiser at Frederica was brought to life to benefit Safe Harbor Children’s Center and it was a huge success! While Keenan Cater was an entertaining caller, the most amusing moment may have been when the first purse was won—by the only male attendee. 1. Nadia Johnson, Nicole Rodgers, Millie Rankin, Carrie Lewis, Jennifer Moran, Christi Johnson. 2. We loved these orchid centerpieces made by Amanda Johnson! 3. Share Porri, Hollie Maxey, Rhonda Pearson. 4. Carol Brockway, Lisa Montgomery. 5. Nan Weiss, Jane Prendergast. 6. Beth Vanderbeck, Becky Livingston. 7. Timme Feininger, Carrie Lewis, Muriel Windolf, Alison Bouts, Alice Selman, Hillary Johnston. 8. Marion Snyder, Brittany Clay. 9. Susan Shipman, Amanda Johnson, Deb Luginbuhl. 10. Muriel Windolf, Kathy Flynn, Denise Taylor. 11. Parra Vaughan, Byron Brown. 12. Cindy Lewis, Carla Lewis. 13. Alice Bouts, Hillary Johnston, Safe Harbor Director Leslie Hartman. 14. Marjorie Matthieu, Kate Hamer, Timme Feininger, Lucy Loehle. 86
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SEA PALMS RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER RECENTLY CELEBRATED THE COMPLETION OF THEIR DYNAMIC MEMBERS-ONLY PRACTICE FACILITY, “THE MIRACLE,” AND RENOVATIONS TO THE RESORT’S 18-HOLE CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE BY CHATTANOOGA-BASED DESIGN FIRM, KING COLLINS WITH A SPECIAL PRIVATE RECEPTION. With touch-ups to virtually every hole, the course has been masterfully reshaped, featuring
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OPENING NIGHT FOR THE 37TH SEASON OF THE COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA FEATURED AN EXCITING PERFORMANCE WITH THE MUSIC OF GEORGE GERSHWIN AND MAURICE RAVEL. Conductor Michelle Merrill and the orchestra fully engaged the audience during the first concert of the season. For information about upcoming concerts and special events, visit coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org. (Photos provided by the Coastal Symphony of Georgia.) 1. Mark Propst, Jim Wolf, Chris Triplett. 2. Steve Hires, David Wright, Philip Graitcer. 3. Board Members Michael Frick, Linda Wright, John Starr. 4. Anne and Tom Kitchin. 5. Corinne Ramsey, Alberta Adams. 6. Dee Wright, Claudia Malone. 7. Lysa and Philip Allison. 8. Deborah Wright, Jim and Kay Harrell. 9. Jill Wright, Chris Emde promoting SoundBites at Halyards on November 10. 10. Linda Steck, Jane Day, Beth Thrift. 11. Laura Brown, Paul and Anabelle Salter, Greer Brown. 12. JoAnn Frick, Gail and Greg McCarty. 13. Sue Cansler, David Lowe. 14. Rose Mary Jones, Bernadette Weiss. 90
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200 CAPALLTON DR - $429,000 Attention Horse Lovers! This 19.44 acre horse farm is perfect for someone wishing to board, train, and ride horses in a location that is close in but feels like it is far out in the country. Property has a 31 stall horse barn with plenty of tack facilities, beautiful pastures, a show type arena, a pond, two wells, and several great locations for a homesite. Pastures are sown in tiff 85 and tiff 9 type grasses. Glynn County, GA parcel ID numbers are: 0307384, 03-05305, and 03-19248. Call Don Wright (912) 222-0133.
2002 SEA PALMS WEST DR - $539,000
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This fabulous home located in the desirable and gated community of Marsh Point has just been completely renovated with new flooring throughout, lighting and bathroom fixtures, paint, heated and cooled sunroom with sliding windows to catch the island breezes, and much more. The home is bright and open and all on one level with a separate master suite, two additional bedrooms, gas log fireplace and 2-car garage. The beautiful gardens have fruit bearing orange and lemon trees, figs and asparagus plants. Enjoy the gorgeous views of the lagoon and green space from the deck, sunroom, kitchen, living room, and master suite. Call Joy Wright (912) 230-0134.
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Located on East Beach, the "Khaki Cottage" is only foot steps from Gould's Inlet and the beach. This custom built single family home features 4 bedrooms, 2 master suites with sitting areas, 3.5 bathrooms, 4 walk-in closets, 10' ceilings, heart of pine floors throughout and custom plantation shutters. This home is move-in ready. Soak up the afternoon breeze on the second floor covered porch in this low maintenance cottage. Call or text Gee Gee Adams at (912) 223-1709
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4314 Eleventh Street - St. Simons Island, GA
2 / 2.5 / 1135 SF. Furnished Rental and move in ready! Beautifully renovated 2 bed 2 bath ground floor end unit is one of a kind and the attention to detail is obvious the minute you step in. Would make a great investment or second home. $274,900
3 / 3 / 3021 SF. Charming one level home in the desirable East Beach community. This beach cottage has a split lay out with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Wonderful home to enjoy yourself or make an investment property. $849,000
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4/3.5/ 2986 SF. This is the place you have been looking for! Located one mile from the beach, pier, and villages this BRAND NEW construction cottage is perfect for vacation living or year round residence. $799,900
3/3.5/3,086 SF. This home is located in gated Hampton Plantation and features three bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a double garage. Has beautiful view of golf course and lush landscaping. $339,900
3/3/1564 SF. Well maintained 3 bed 3 bath two story condo in desirable North Golf Villas. All appliances recently replaced, including the water heater. $234,900
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4/3/2440 SF. The home is in mint condition and is a one owner home with an oversized master bedroom, home features hardwood and tile with the exception of one bedroom. Many upgrades throughout and is truly one of a kind. $494,900
2/2/848 SF. New construction coastal 2 bedroom 2 bathroom cottage. This cottage features 2 complete master bedrooms and bathrooms. Perfect investment opportunity! $239,900
3/2/1284 SF. A perfect second getaway in Glynn Haven Estates- front porch has been done and the roof is new. Entire home has been repainted. Lots of storage both open and enclosed. $288,000
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Turning houses into homes... 131 Limeburn Trail, St. Simons Island, GA
1030 Captain’s Cove - St. Simons Island, GA
227 Kings Way - St. Simons Island, GA
3/3.5/2,300 SF. This unit is fully furnished and has a private elevator- this home is located in Limeburn Village at Hampton Plantation. The view from the back patio is spectacular and is a great place to entertain. $367,900
4/3.5/2868 SF. New Construction in Captains Cove. This cottage style home features an open great room, dining area and kitchen with all stainless steel appliances. Split floor plan offers master on main level and bedrooms upstairs. $573,600
4/5.5/4,205 SF. Gorgeous Custom build in the heart of SSI, this home will include gated Salt water pool, sauna, outdoor fireplace, and entertaining area. Hardwood throughout and marble bathrooms- just some of the custom touches in this home. Completion date is Feb. 2020. $1,595,000
607 Reserve Lane - St. Simons Island, GA
526 Marsh Cr. - St. Simons Island, GA
39 Dorsey Cir. - St. Simons Island
3/2.5/1,772 SF. Incomparable unit located steps from the pool with golf course views. Original owners, no pets, no smoking and will sell furnished! $349,900
4/4/2884 SF. This charming cottage has pool and patios overlooking the marshes. You will enjoy the privacy in a relaxed atmosphere located on over a half acre. A perfect little paradise tucked away from the rest of the island. $624,900
.83 acres. True marshfront lot in Gated Stillwater Neighborhood on almost an acre. Stillwater community features a 13 acre stocked fishing lake, park and tennis courts. This lot is ready to be your new dream home site. $159,900
105 Pirates Cove - St. Simons Island, GA
224 Rice Mill - St. Simons Island, GA
101 Governors Cir. - St. Simons Island, GA
5/5/4,197 SF. Gorgeous low country tabby home complete with a remodeled chef’s kitchen. Every room overlooks the marsh views and each level has its own access to the porches. $849,900
3/3.5/3200 SF. Island Life Waits! This is a custom dream home with a very open floor plan. This home has a garage large enough to store all the “toys”. Don’t miss out on this desirable Hampton Plantation Home. $526,000
3/3/2,580 SF. Located in the desirable Orange Hall subdivision, this home is beautiful and situated on a .25 acre lot. Upgrades are featured throughout. Don’t miss this one! $529,900
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3/3.5/2280 SF. Brand new coastal cottage within 5 mine walk or bike ride to the beach, markets, and nightlife. One could still make their own by picking color selections. Call for your showing today. $685,000
1.72 Acres. Over 1.7 acres on this lakefront home site in Frederica. Located in Phase II of Frederica Township with quick access to all that Frederica has to offer. $299,900
.15 Acres. Fantastic, well priced, buildable lots! 10 Lake lots available in the new gated Captain’s Cove Subdivision in desirable St. Simons Island. These will develop fast! Call today to secure your lot and build your dream home in Captains Cove!! $134,900
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Let uS heLP you PLAn your next vAcAtIon Featured Vacation Rental 2012 Bruce Drive - East Beach
Welcome to Enchanted Cottage! This magnificent new custom home located in the much desired East Beach neighborhood was completed in 2017 and was recently showcased on the 2018 Christ Church Tour of Homes. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 5-1/2 bathrooms, this designer home will wow you from the moment you step inside. With it's sophisticated beachy decor, extended height 11' ceilings throughout and the open living floor plan, this is the perfect place to relax during your stay on St. Simons. Located on the beach side of Bruce Drive between 9th St. and 11th St., this home is just a short walk to the beach. The centerpiece of the home is the gourmet chef's kitchen, and no detail has been forgotten. The kitchen is fully equipped with every appliance and utensil you will need during your stay. Featuring an over sized built in refrigerator/freezer, gas range, two dishwashers, and an iconic large island space with space for four to eat or snack. The dining space has an expansive dining table with room to comfortably seat 10 people. Adjacent to the kitchen is a living space and wet bar for all of your entertaining needs. Enjoy all of the comforts of home while you relax on the over-sized custom furniture and watch the large flat screen tv. Step outside from the living room and enter the outdoor entertaining space of the Lanai. Featuring a towering fireplace and outdoor television, this area creates the perfect space to kick back and relax while enjoying the custom detail of the exotic pecky cypress wood ceiling from one of the two sofa's. As you exit the Lanai, you step down into your private pool area which is perfect for all members of your party. The pool features an 8" deep entry area with an in pool umbrella offering a wonderful place to lounge or for the little ones to play. The opposite side of the pool will relax all who indulge as you sit on the 6 foot in-water bench under the waterfall. Lounge chairs and extra seating areas surround the pool to ensure you can find ultimate sun and fun anytime. The pool can be heated in cooler months upon request for year round enjoyment. The first floor Master Suite is spacious offering all the comforts and features that one would hope for. A king bed is surrounded by two sitting areas and a large flat screen television. The en suite master bathroom showcases a spa like decor with double vanities, free standing soaking tub, over-sized custom shower and a walk in closet. Upstairs spotlights another living space surrounded by a porch overlooking the pool, a coffee/beverage station and four bedrooms with en suite bathrooms to allow for perfect privacy for your entire group. Included in the four upstairs bedrooms is a one of a kind bunk room with custom bunk beds suited to sleep six. The nautical themed bunk room is perfect for the kids and even includes a reading nook play area with books, and games! The Enchanted Cottage is tailored to make sure that your group has everything at your finger tips, and will be the home you can make memories in for years to come.
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Cottage 154, W. 18th Street
Best construction quality imaginable in this six bedroom West Indies lakefront home on 1.31 acres. All cedar line closets, hand scraped pegged pecan floors, two double garages. Elevator from garage. Great room with Rumford fireplace and wet bar, sun room with heated floors, a nationally featured Chef's custom kitchen, open breakfast area, dining room, richly wainscoted and finished. Lakeside screened porch with fireplace and wet bar. Master bedroom suite with exercise room is on the ground floor along with another guest suite. The first floor has four additional bedrooms, including a guest apartment, den with custom media center and wet bar. $2,995,000
Distant ocean views from this six bedroom, six bath townhome in the Sea Island Lake Cottages. Marsh front in gated community. Mizner-style stucco over block and clay, tile roof. Two car garage with two interior storage rooms, 18'9 x 16' and 30'8 x 16'. Elevator to all levels. Vaulted and 10' ceilings on the first floor, vaulted and 9' ceilings on second floor. Stone, marble and wood floors. Super quality finishes. Screened terrace with Viking gas grill. Views of Marsh, Sea Island, tidal waters and surprisingly the Atlantic Ocean in the distance.. Spacious community pool facility. $1,999,000
Sea Island's "Le Marais" has been restored. Cottage 154 was a national award winner named one of America's best small houses in the late 50's. Built as the personal home of a collector and connoisseur, the home has undergone a dramatic transformation to the preferences of prevailing tastes that allow comfortable and casual lifestyles without losing the graciousness of the original residence. Almost all new everything. Offering a rare commodity: room to spread out both inside and out. Six bedrooms, 6.5 baths.Truly one of a kind on Sea Island with expansive grounds of 1.1 acres. There's nothing else like it on the Island. $2,995,000
19 Darien Circle, Frederica
Forest Cottage 209, Ocean Forest
Cottage 292, W. 31st Street
This lakeside home exemplifies Frederica in its purest and best ways. Long views of the 400 acre freshwater lake. Using 300 year old timbered beams, the details are extraordinary. Totally open floor plan, views are enjoyed from the kitchen, dining, family rooms, screened porch and ground level master bedroom. The first floor provides 6 BR, 6BA, office w/FP, exercise room and open porch. A fully equipped carriage house has a spacious guest suite and kitchenette. 3 car garage and a motor court. Private dock for your boat. $4,950,000
With the space and livability of a home and the carefree feel of a condominium, Forest Cottages are excellent choices for Island living. Solid, secure, quiet and peaceful. Quintessential Sea Island Mizner architecture: mud tile roof, stucco exterior, round top doors and windows, tile and limestone. This 4BR, 5.5BA residence is on a corner site on the golf course with a pool and spa framing the corridor views. Updated open kitchen and family room under a high vaulted and beamed ceiling. Spacious living room with fireplace. Master bedroom has his and her baths, a private terrace and pool access. The detailed Guest House is a wonderful concept, too. $1,695,000
Magnificent marsh and water views from this expertly sited 31st Street home. Three bedrooms and 3.5 baths in the main house, and 3 to 5 bedrooms in the Guest House, depending on how you use them. With two game rooms in the Pool/Guest House, pool and ping pong tables, table hockey, screened porch and a 42' x 15' covered porch pool side, the fun and good times await your family and friends at this custom designed cottage. The grounds and 40' “L� shaped pool are walled and landscaped for privacy. $3,300,000
Cottage 405, W. 35th Street
Lot 18, Ocean Forest
Cottage 92, E. 33rd Street
This special family-oriented, custom built cottage offers all you need for comfortable living. Well maintained with outstanding architectural details. Two story gracious size foyer invites you inside and the view oriented glass rear walls of the living room, dining room and kitchen/family room all open onto a spacious, covered veranda and walled courtyard. There is a 1st floor bedroom suite. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and baths, and an extra playroom or den. Large swimming pool. $1,550,000
Located on the picturesque 6th fairway of the famed and private Ocean Forest Golf Course, this building site is exceptional. Contoured and well vegetated, the Live oaks and palmettos are beautifully set among rolls of ancient sand dunes in this maritime forest. Public sewer and water serve this site in its peaceful and secure setting. The Ocean Forest neighborhood has its own full- time staffed gatehouse. You will know your neighbors: short term rentals are prohibited. The ambience of Ocean Forest is real. Come see for yourself. $900,000
Truly one of the most enchanting and picturesque oceanfront settings on Sea Island! This distinctive 7 BR, 7.5 BA brick home was built with an old world attention to detail. Lovingly renovated, retaining the graciousness it deserves. Endless ocean views from almost every room. An upstairs grand size sunroom with window walls and a spacious covered pool side veranda invite you to enjoy the ocean, beach, and water activities. You will never want to leave! $7,499,000
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Cottage 298, E. 36th Street
413 Pikes Bluff Drive, Frederica
Cottage 553, W. 38th Street
This striking and wonderfully designed Oceanfront residence offers perhaps the most unique location on the entirety of the Sea Island beach at the end of 36th Street with broad ocean views. 7 Bedrooms, 7.5 baths, 5 fireplaces. Other special touches include lots of curb appeal, distinctive architecture, an impressive foyer, sweeping staircase, grand dining room, ground floor and upper level porches, pecky cypress walls, wide plank and wood floors, and an abundance of windows and glass walls bringing the ocean views to almost every room. 3 car garage. Sunrises and star gazing: this cottage has it all. $7,950,000
Nestled in the woods, backing up to 500 acres of protected land surrounding a wood stork rookery, this home was custom built using reclaimed wood, 80 year old brick and a palette of natural, earthy colors that match the bark of the surrounding forest. A sense of warmth pervades. The GR w/FP, open kitchen, breakfast room lead to a screened porch. The ground level also has the master BR, office, powder room, locker room, Ceasar’s room with shower, and a 3 car garage. Upstairs are 3BR with private baths, TV room, play nook, wildlife observatory bridge and a recreation room with half bath & wet bar. 2.21 acres in an exceptional setting. $1,795,000
At 4,571 square feet, Cottage 553 may be the perfect sized seven bedroom home. The scale and proportions are excellent. Lovely street appeal, and the warm and inviting front porch and rockers set the tone. Combining casual living with a touch of formality, the Great room with two story ceilings provides views of the rear covered porch with brick floors and expansive pool. The dining room and sitting room have heart of pine floors that run throughout. The master and one guest room are ground floor. Five additional bedrooms, all with private baths, are on the first floor. The cottage has style and flair, and is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. $2,485,000
Cottage 296, W. 9th Street
Cottage 168, E. 27th Street
816 Hamilton Landing Drive, Hamilton Landing
Single story, pretty yellow stucco home with white quoins and green shutters. Landscaped with loving care and lush plantings. Four bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3,700 square feet plus two car garage. The spacious den/family room off the kitchen has pecky cypress paneling, fireplace and wet bar. With an adjoining rear patio, the room flows well as does the entire plan which includes a bright living room, separate dining room plus a sun room which is a delightful bonus with its adaptability as a garden room, reading room or play area. You’ll appreciate the warmth and love that this cottage exudes. $2,350,000
It’s a very short walk to the beach from Cottage 168 located on the east side of 27th Street and Sea Island Drive. Plenty of inviting, spacious gathering areas in this charming cottage for all your family and friends. Four separate private guest suites offering 7 BR and 8 full BA, including a 2nd floor bonus room addition of BRs and a den. The first floor master suite has 2 baths, a large sitting room close by and opens to the pool terrace. Renovated and updated kitchen/breakfast area is well done. Entertaining is easy around the large heated pool in the newly fenced backyard and brand new pavered pool terrace too. You’ll enjoy the comfort of this home. $2,475,000
Located on Dunbar Creek, this well planned stucco home is in excellent condition and offers the perfect layout for your active family. Easterly exposure on the marsh with a pristine oval shaped pool . 6BR/ 5BA, living room with high ceiling and fire place, dining room, office/nursery, and a completely finished out game room on the ground floor. The new kitchen shines brightly with Quartz counter tops, big island and pleasant natural lighting. Breakfast area/family room. The waterside deck and covered porch with swing Convenient to all Island locations and the mainland. $1,299,000
310 Forest Oaks, St. Simons Island Club
Cottage 207, W. 7th Street
Ocean Cottage 400, Ocean Forest
Superb single level home! Designers touch is evident from the stone floors to the dramatic ceilings and many outstanding architectural details. Open, renovated and re-designed floor plan. Inviting space includes a LR, vaulted beamed ceiling in the DR, open kitchen/ breakfast area and a family room with a FP. Several rooms open onto a very large columned veranda with a nice size pool, spa, waterfall and grilling area. Spacious master suite includes well-planned bath with a jacuzzi, large shower, separate vanities and nice size walk-in closets plus an exercise room. 3 additional bedrooms and baths. A short walk or bike ride to the Village and beach! $995,000
A masterful Johnny Shackleford redo of a classic 7th Street cottage that makes some thing very special. This 5 BR, 7.5 bath home will delight your senses and surprise you with the creativity and functionality of a very professionally planned residence. Clean, crisp lines throughout allow you to live and enjoy a floor plan that flows easily, open and casual, with each room bringing in natural light. A terrific blend of social and private areas, all in excellent condition and tastefully done. The rear grounds, private, fenced and well groomed, have a lovely pool and spa. Come see a traditional plan has been opened up. $3,300,000
Built on 1 1/2 lots within the gates in the private and protected world of Ocean Forest, this home reflects the love and caring of family ownership, tastefully decorated (and furnished) and custom built with the highest standards. Directly on the beach w/ a short path through the dunes. 6 BR, 5 BA, ample social areas. Open kitchen w/breakfast area plus fully equipped bar. Dining area, living room w/fireplace plus den w/ fireplace, both on the view side with pool. Exercise room w/ full bath. Excellent uses of stone, marble and wood throughout the residence. Elevator. One of the best locations on Sea Island. $4,995,000 unfurnished
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Ann Conner Harrell 912-222-4002
ann.harrell@SothebysRealty.com
496 river cottage, Sea island Experience the art of living well at this 6BR/7.5BA River Cottage in Ocean Forest. Cruise from your dock two minutes over to where the Atlantic meets the Hampton River. Cast stone floors, three Rumford fireplaces with gas starters and a sleek kitchen. Master bedroom and adjacent loggia have excellent views. Professionally decorated serene interiors echo the surroundings. $4,900,000
123 Yacht club drive, St. Simons island Marsh front on the South End of St. Simons, this lot is sold with a deeded dock slip on the Frederica River. It's in The Yacht Club, St. Simon's newest luxury, gated development with beautiful homes and landscaping. $385,000
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15 Fairway drive, St. Simons island 5BR/5F2HBA home overlooking the newly renovated Sea Island golf course. Heart pine floors, coffered, tongue and groove ceilings, Savannah Grey bricks and chef's kitchen. Spacious rooms flow to an outside terrace and porch overlooking the course. Master on main and 3 guest suites with en suite baths are upstairs.Gst quarters over garage. $1,650,000
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100 Meadow Brook, St. Simons island club 3BR/2.5BA brick home with a bonus (potential 4BR) on a corner lot with lagoon frontage in one of the island's most prestigious subdivisions. Recently UPDATED kitchen sets the tone of quality with new soapstone counters, new custom cabinetry, central island with bar stool seating and new stainless appliances. $550,000
204 enclave Way, The enclave, St. Simons island Updated, 4BR/3.5BA home in desirable Sea Palms West has wonderful views of a bridge covered lagoon and the Sea Palms West green space. The living room, keeping room, kitchen, and master bedroom in the split plan all have fabulous views! Updated kitchen has quartz counter tops, living areas have new hardwood floors. $718,000
446 Saint Annie's, Frederica, St. Simons island Fabulous private setting on 2.7 acres with a large lake across the street and surrounded by marshes. 5BR/5BA home has french oak floors, intricate crown molding, brick floors in the kitchen and a master suite w/ marble bath on the main. A mother-in-law suite above the 3 car gar. Beautiful pool and all the amenities that Frederica has to offer. $1,495,000
125 Santa Maria circle, St. Simons island Exquisite 5BR/5.5BA home is sheltered by live oaks and overlooks two ponds. Its cedar shake exterior, geothermal HVAC, heart pine floors, pool and deep well that feed the aerated ponds/irrigation are all evidence of the highest quality construction. Recently painted interiors and lovely mill work set off the charming heart pine floors. $1,095,000
361 Major Wright road, St. Simons island Updated and Beautifully maintained home in mid-island location on an estate size lot is the perfect spot for family life! Spacious rooms have hwd floors, a master suite on the main and delightful, updated kitchen with good storage. Spacious yard for outdoor living, plenty of room for a pool. Overlooks the Sea Palms West greenspace. $640,000
4346 16th Street, St. Simons island One of last lots remaining near Gould's Inlet. Natural oaks and palms are well positioned to frame your new beach cottage! Surrounded by multiple million dollar homes- you won't overbuild the neighborhood here! $589,000
125 Point Lane Oak canopied lot with extensive views on the lake in King's Point, a Sea Island developed subdivision located adjacent to the golf course at the 5 star Lodge at Sea Island. Build your dream home and catch breezes from the nearby St. Simons Sound. $450,000
Shrine road, Brunswick, GA Excellent value for user or investor in this 4260 s.f. commercial building in walking distance to the hospital. All on one floor with generous parking, and easy to show! $325,000
Ocean Walk, 8F, St. Simons island Townhome in popular Ocean Walk has gorgeous imported oak floors, NEW windows and doors, NEW custom cabinetry, NEW granite countertops and stainless appliances, NEW Roof and HVAC. Great location in complex across from the pool. $277,000
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Micki Carter 912-617-3807
Micki.Carter@SothebysRealty.com
11 SunriSe way, St. SimonS oceanFront Renovated East Beach with breathtaking views from every room! This beautiful cedar shake home has panoramic ocean front views from every room. 4BRs, 4 full, 2 half baths, 2 additional rooms, 2 spaces, open kitchen with top of the line appliances, lower level finished entertaining area, two huge covered porches, 2 car gar & elevator. $2,450,000
1703 marinerS circle, St. SimonS iSlanD Beautiful 3BR, 2.5BA townhome in desirable Mariner's Landing. Floor plan is open concept living with the powder room, kitchen, dining and living areas located on the main level. Kitchen features a breakfast bar, white shaker style cabinets, granite counter tops, white subway tile backsplash and stainless appliances. Single car garage. $379,000
1192 Sea palmS weSt Dr, St. SimonS iSlanD Enjoy single level living in this adorable 3 bedroom 2 bath tabby ranch style home. Beautiful hardwood floors and raised ceilings compliment the living, dining and kitchen area. The master bedroom is very spacious and has a large ensuite bath with double vanities and separate tub and shower. Impeccably maintained, recent updates. $369,000
30 waterFront Dr #133, St. SimonS iSlanD This lovely 3 bedroom, 3 bath condominium has gorgeous waterfront and marsh views. The Waterfront at the Golden Isles Marina offers sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, covered balcony, large pool with views of the water and a cozy fireplace. Live the Marina Village lifestyle! $559,000
1400 ocean BlvD #114, St. SimonS iSlanD Fabulous Views! This 1622 SF, 3BR, 3BA condo has been freshly painted. Located in the heart of South St. Simons this unit has amazing views of the ocean, lagoon and pool. The living, kitchen and dining space is open concept to take full advantage of the views. Open the doors to the spacious balcony, relax & enjoy the ocean breezes. $875,000
102 cypreSS point, St. SimonS iSlanD Gorgeous renovated Island Club home with lagoon views. Open plan, 4BR, bonus rm, 3.5BA, gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets and top of the line appliances, ground floor master ste w/ spacious bath/closet, study, media rm, screened porch, huge GR with vaulted ceiling, FP, and window wall overlooking the patio & lagoon. $1,250,000
18 tanglewooD Drive, St. SimonS iSlanD This gorgeous 5BR, 5BA home offers single level living on a nearly 1 acre lagoon front lot in desirable Black Banks. Stunning views of lanai, pool & rear yard. Updated kitchen w/ with beautiful cabinetry, granite counter tops and top of the line appliances. $850,000
117 Bay Berry circle, St. SimonS iSlanD Beautifully renovated home in Sea Palms on the Golf Course with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath and apx. 3285 square feet of living space. Tastefully finished interiors and lots of curb appeal outside make this home a must see. $715,000
1706 Bruce Drive, St. SimonS iSlanD Original 1930s East Beach cottage. Renovated with new floors, kitchen and updated baths. The main house offers 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, large open concept kitchen and dining, separate living room and den as well as a charming screened porch. Just steps to the beach! $875,000
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113 Biltmore | Mack Sullivan 912.399.2309 | 4BR | 3BA | 2HB This home is comfortably elegant with a tastefully-designed pool, visible as you enter the home. Sought after one level living (with the exception of one guest bedroom). Design features include a split bedroom plan (master on one side, two of three guest rooms on the other), open floor plan, large rooms, 10' ceilings, screened porch, hardwood floors, walk-in closets, ensuite bathrooms in the master and guest bedrooms, spacious garage. $750,000
205 Saint Clair Drive | Amanda Duffey 912.222.3557 | 4BR | 3BA Fabulous home on a corner lot with beautiful oak trees and a wrap around front porch. The first floor features an open layout, updated kitchen, family room with fireplace, guest bedroom with a brand new bathroom, an office and a dining room. Upstairs consists of a spacious master bedroom suite, two guest rooms and a large bonus room that could be a 5th bedroom if needed. $539,000
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20 Waterfront Drive, #222 3BR | 3BA | Marsh & Waterfront Views Micki Carter 912.617.3807 $539,000
47 Dorsey Circle 1.87 Marsh Front Acres, Gated Terri Simpson 912.580.8754 $190,000
150 Harrison Pointe Drive 5BR | 3BA | Harrison Pointe Kate Danowski 912.222.0174 $569,000
832 Crispen Boulevard 5BR | 4BA |In-Law Suite Rayea Pieschel 912.222.4402 $329,900
123 North Windward Drive 3BR | 2.5BA | Golf Frontage Dee Wright 912.230.6156 $470,000
1012 Sinclair Pointe 4BR | 3.5BA | Turn Key Susan Imhoff 912.222.5686 $559,000
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302 Reserve Lane | Tee Tolleson 478.952.0425 | 3BR | 2.5BA This meticulously cared for townhome has been a vacation home and investment property with excellent rental history for the current owners. Loaded with all upgrades available including professional appliances in kitchen, recessed lights, hardwood floors throughout, custom blinds, enlarged back patio, keyless entry, security system and even a bike rack installed in garage. $345,000
15 Fairway Drive | Ann Harrell 912.222.4002 | 5BR | 5BA | 2HB This significant home overlooks the newly renovated Sea Island Golf Course and has exceptional construction details such as the light filled solarium with tremendous views. Master suite on the main has French doors that flow to the terrace beyond, his/her closets and a luxurious bath. Upstairs hosts three private suites & laundry. Carriage house has an adorable guest cottage. $1,650,000
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208 W Commons Drive 4BR | 2BA | Remodeled Chandra Kendall 912.258.4233 $340,000
120 Dalton Cody Drive 2BR | 2BA | Lakefront Patio Home Maria Jennings 912.222.0185 $126,500
179 Palmera Lane 4BR | 3.5BA | Lake Front Mary Hunt 912.217.1629 $259,900
125 Santa Maria Circle 5BR | 5.5BA | Exquisite Ann Harrell 912.222.4002 $1,095,000
119 Compass Point Drive 4BR | 4.5BA | Custom Built Scott Cochran 912.996.3611 $799,500
105 Jordan Lane 3BR | 2BA | Coastal Cottage Sharon Medford 404.386.8924 $425,000
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Dee Wright 912-2230-6156
Dee.Wright@SothebysRealty.com
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106 SemInOLe - ISLanD CLub Elegant but comfortable home with LR, DR, family room, chef's kitchen and screened porch. Home has 4BR, 4.5BA, den and office. Outdoor kitchen/entertaining area by swimming pool. Beautiful details. 1,149,000
KIng anD PRInCe #157, St. SImOnS ISLanD 2 bedroom, 2 bath King and Prince Villa. Very conveniently located first floor unit, nicely furnished and ready for occupancy or rental. Two bedrooms, two baths, and great room that opens out to swimming pool. $649,000
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123 nORth WInDWaRD DR., Sea PaLmS 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on Sea Palms Fairway. Hardwood floors, updated kitchen, two fireplaces and much more. Sunroom overlooks golf course and large landscaped lot, Separate garage with apt. $470,000
107 aLDeR CIRCLe, Sea PaLmS Brick home with formal DR and LR with fireplace, sunroom with vaulted ceiling and skylites, and kitchen with breakfast room. 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, and master suite on main level. Beautiful lot with circular drive in front. $449,000
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Brooke Carter 912-577-2223 brooke.carter@sothebysrealty.com
110 Jones Creek, St. Simons Island
Incomparable marshfront living located on a generously sized lot just under an acre overlooking Cannon's Point, which will remain undeveloped. Upon entering this elegantly designed home, you arrive to an open foyer with Chippendale railing, oak floors, and a breathtaking marsh view. Interior features include an inviting eatin kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range double ovens, limestone countertops and wine cooler. The main level also includes a large master bedroom suite featuring a gas log fireplace and built-in bookshelves, along with a nearby cozy office. An expansive den with fireplace and gorgeous bookshelves are located on the main level as well, along with a magnificent dining room. The second level features a spacious living area surrounded by three ensuite bedrooms. Outdoor features include three gracious porches with pine ceilings, along with French doors throughout the back of the home. The home comes with access to a community dock, pool and pool house. 4BR/4.5BA/3,986 SF. $829,000
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Make Your Home on this 4.3 Acre Riverfront Estate on the Black Banks River 134 Shore Rush Drive, St. Simons Island • Located mid-island adjoining the popular Sea Palms and Black Banks subdivisions. • Sea Island resort views are across the river and marsh. • More than 300’ frontage on the Black Banks River and 125’ along Shore Rush Drive. • Deepwater and ready for a dock. • May be subdivided into two or three lots. • Recently surveyed to show boundary lines, marsh protection buffer, CMPA jurisdiction, and flood zones. • Site includes existing 2,600+ SF home built in 1924. • On well and septic, but public utilities are available. • Visit the website at: https://bit.ly/2VdUXwl for more. • Price: $1,475,000
Call: Robert Driggers, CCIM
912.634.5900, 912.506.9837 rdriggers@driggerscommercial.com
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137 Newfield 4 BR, 3 BA home in desirable Harrison Pointe. Split BR floor plan. Master suite with 2 guest BR on main with an oversize bonus rm w/ full bath up. Private yard w/ room for pool. Mid-south on the island and apx. 3 miles to the beach! $409,000
1205 Grand View Gorgeous 3 BR, 3BA condo in immaculate condition overlooking the pool, lush landscaping with marsh views and offered furnished. Gated, salt water pool w/ zero entry, elevators & covered parking. Sea Palms Golf Course. $410,000
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129 Shore Rush Great family home in desirable Sea Palms with lots of upgrades. 4BR / 2.5 BA, 2,863 SF, eat in kitchen, formal dining, 2 living areas, master on main level with 3 guest bedrooms and an office upstairs. .63 acres! Offered at $505,000
Carol Pollock 912 996-2384
St. Simons Grand unit #209 Ocean front complex with pool, hot tub and private beach access. This unit has the best ocean views from the kitchen, living area and master suite. Offering 4 bedrooms / 3 full baths, over 2,100 SQFT, high ceilings, upgrades galore and sold furnished. Offered at $1,150,000
Helping Buyers & Sellers Since 2001
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NEW PRICE - $979,000
105 Alder Circle, SSI Awesome 4BR, 3BA island home for an incredible price! Situated nicely on large lot, this home offers main level Master BR, double sided fireplace, spacious kitchen & beautiful deck for outdoor entertaining! $399,000. Call Brittany Lairsey, 912-282-5496.
106 Wesley Oaks Drive, SSI Lovely 4BR, 3BA home situated on .33 acre lot with so much to offer! Spacious eat in kitchen, Mother In Law Suite and beautiful outdoor spaces perfect for entertaining! $425,000. Call Elaine Marlatt, 912-245-0232
4749 Bailey Mill Road, White Oak Great get away! 2BR, 2.5BA cabin on Armstrong Creek off deep water of Satilla River. Open floor plan, large screen porch and deck. Floating dock and oversized 2 car garage. $165,000. Call Don Varnadoe, 912-222-2969.
174 Fox Run Drive, BWK LUXURY LIVING ON THE MAINLAND! This beautiful 3BR, 3BA home offers gourmet kit w/granite counters, hammered copper bar top & top of the line appl. $314,900. Call Jack Marlatt, 912-293-2599.
GRANT'S FERRY COVE
9 Austin Lane, Jekyll Island Great OCEANFRONT!! Seller is in the process of making some changes which include an Elevator! Approximately 5000 Sq Ft. NEW Roof. NEW paint. NEW HVAC. And, ONE...STELLAR...VIEW. Call Rhonda NeSmith, 912-577-9019.
279 Bottlebrush, BWK - New Construction! 3BR, 2BA, split floor plan and lots of community amenities! $219,500. Call James Vivenzio, 912-222-1063.
Isn't it time you took another drive out HWY 99 to view GRANT'S FERRY COVE? Priced from the low $200's, the spacious, open floor plans of these NEW construction homes are perhaps the best value in the Golden Isles. HOA fees are nominal and our amenities rival many of those seen in your higher end developments. Don't miss our Club House with caterer's kitchen, card room and exercise room, our Zero Edge Pool with courtyard and fireplace, and our Tennis Court. Better hurry! Phase 1 is nearing completion. Representatives on site weekends.
COME SEE US! Rhonda NeSmith, 912-577-9019
290 Wild Heron, SSI Nice 3BR, 2BA home offering spacious living areas, 1st level master bedroom, living room w/vaulted ceilings & wood floors. Lots of outdoor space for entertaining. $435,000. Call Don Varnadoe, 912-222-2969.
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1081 Sinclaire Pointe, SSI Charming & spacious 4BR, 3BA coastal home featuring split floor plan, formal dining room, bkfst nook & bkfst bar. Living room offers natural gas fireplace. Fully fenced yard. $459,000. Call Brittany Lairsey, 912-282-5496.
15953 Old Post Rd, Waynesville 11 year NEW, home on apx. 5 acres! Owner motivated to sell this 3BR/2BA home. Semi-open floor plan all on one level. Well, one exception, there is a finished room over the garage. $224,900. Rhonda NeSmith, 912-577-9019.
200 Salt Air #141, SSI Spacious 3 BR, 3.5BA condo has much to offer! This plan is 4 levels w/an elevator to all floors. Kitchen w/bkfst bar, open living area and a total of 5 balconies! Great location near the beach and village. $410,500. Call Don Varnadoe, 912-222-2969.
00 Pennick Road, BWK BWK - Seeking wide open spaces? Check out this 30+ acre tract off HWY 341. Phone me and let's make it YOURS! $94,410. Call Rhonda NeSmith, 912-577-9019.
122 Sherwood Forest Circle, BWK Lots of privacy but close to everything! 3BR, 2BA home offering great open split floor plan, wood floors and spacious front porch. $229,900. Call James Vivenzio, 912-222-1063.
277 Bottlebrush, BWK New Construction Home! 3BR, 2BA, split floor plan and lots of community amenities! $217,900. Call James Vivenzio, 912-222-1063.
109 Coyote Lane, BWK Beautiful 3BR, 3BA home featuring family/dining area w/gas fireplace, high ceilings & plantation shutters throughout. Large screened porch overlooking the lagoon. Many amenities. $270,000. Call Lesllie Hamrick, 912-270-8764..
506 Fox Run Circle, BWK Located in the gated community of Fox Run. 3BR/3BA OPEN floor plan with TWO bonus rooms...1 off the great room with wet bar and fireplace and another upstairs. You'll love the HUGE master and screen porch overlooking the lagoon. $274,900. Call Rhonda NeSmith, 912-577-9019.
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Teri Moore REALTOR
912.222.4010
135 Royal Drive This 3BR, 2.5BA home offers a GR with FP, formal DR, split plan & fenced yard. Com. has a deep water dock with boat hoist giving access to the Satilla River. Large stocked lake and 24 hr. surveillance. Access to I-95 & Jekyll Island. Call Dana. $244,500
234 West Commons Drive - All one level in a great subdivision, split 3BR floor plan w/ 2BA. Many features include a GR and DR, nice kitchen with breakfast area, screened porch overlooking a nicely landscaped back yard, a large laundry room and 2-car garage. $325,000
1726 Ocean Road - East Beach Breathtaking marsh front home with 6BR/7.5BA This home features 2 masters, beautiful marsh views from all porches, outdoor kitchen, and heated pool. Great buy for East Beach. Call for more details. $1,795,000
105 Grove Lane - The Grove at King City Beautiful Southern plantation style home in the village. 4BR with 4.5BA and 4,000 sf. French doors leading to multi-level balconies, elevator, hot tub, den with access to observation deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. $1,290,000
Dana Hill REALTOR
912.272.4698
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540.588.5456
Desireé Varnedoe Property Manager
912.638.1144
Ann Parrish REALTOR
912.270.6670
Emily Wages Rental Division
912.638.1144
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912.571.1948 1205 Reserve Lane St. Simons Island Great location. 3BR, 2.5BA townhome with custom upgrades include ceramic tile and hwd floors, granite counters, custom kitchen cabinets, SS appliances, 9 ft. ceilings, & more. Great rental potential. Easy to show! $339,000
Gated Exclusive Orange Hall This Mediterranean home features a large master on main level. Upstairs are two additional guest rooms each with a bath. Eat in kitchen, family room w/FP. Large butlers pantry and 2 car garage. $575,000
1901 Bruce Dr - East Beach Spacious home with 3BR/3BA. Master on the main level and a two car garage. Well maintained and move in ready! Beautifully landscaped backyard. Great primary, secondary or vacation rental. This is a must see! $774,500
1701 Dixon - East Beach Tons of charm! 3BR/2BA split bedroom floor plan. Spacious screened in back porch great for entertaining. Large back yard overlooks green space leading you to the beach! Perfect for primary, secondary or rental income! $895,000
905 Rose Cottage - Hamilton Landing Open plan with master suite on the first level, 2 half baths, and screened porch. Second level features 2BR with a shared bath and a 3rd room that could be used as BR / office. Bonus room over 2 car garage. $545,000 Call Teri.
200 Oyster Rd. - Brunswick Desirable country living at its best. 1 acre lot with 28 X 64 Mobile home with wood ship lap in living room and dining room. Very nice fireplace. New stove, refrigerator, microwave and AC. Metal roof is only 4 years old with a 25 year warranty. Shower and soak tub in the master shower. $70,500
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912.638.1098
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Freddy Stroud Broker, CRS, GRI
912.269.1144
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1409 S Windward - Sea Palms 4BR/4BA home on a private lot. Large master suite and two guest bedrooms on the main level. In addition, there is a large kitchen and additional room for a cozy den and a family room with fireplace. Remodeled in 2009/2010. $525,000
1519 Wood Ave - Tree Tops Great location! End unit. Easy beach access. 3BR/2.5BA. Nice sized BRs, storage, private patio for entertaining. Master suite on top floor with balcony to enjoy the nice ocean breezes. Currently in GCR rental program. $449,500
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235 Medinah - Island Club 5BR, 5BA, 2HBA home on apx 1 acre overlooking the Golf Course. 9+ foot ceilings, 4 car garage with 2 garage bays climate controlled, gourmet kitchen, wet bar, 2 FPs builtin speaker system, large heated pool and much more. $1,200,000
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936 Ocean Blvd. A classic 4BR/5BA beach cottage just a short distance from the ocean. Completely updated yet retains all the charm and intimacy. From the antique front door with glass to the third floor observation area, this house is surely a MUST SEE! $850,000
809 Mallery St Unit B Excellent condition. Updated kitchen with large pantry area, tile flooring on the main level and a covered patio great for entertaining and added storage. Upstairs are 3BR/2.5BA. A great opportunity to live in the village area under 300K. $274,900
507 Palm Harbor - Hamilton Landing Completely remodeled spacious 4 BR/3BA home. Main living area opens to large screened porch overlooking landscaped backyard with an observation deck to enjoy the marsh views! Pristine condition and move in ready! $850,000
Saint Simons Grand - Unit 218 This 4BR, 3BA condo has marvelous views and finishes. This will rent well or serve as an excellent primary or second home. HOA renovating now and current owners are covering costs. $1,210,000
118 Hawkins Island Circle 3BR, 3.5BA Mediterranean style home on Hawkins Island. Many custom features, large master suite on main, chef’s kitchen, vaulted ceilings, family room with fireplace, hardwood and tile floors, screened porch and swimming pool. 1,250,000
231 Beach Club - This condo is located almost at the end of the south wing at The Beach Club Condos. With ocean views from the MBR and LR, this updated/renovated condo is currently in a rental program with an excellent rental history. $499,000
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117 Cypress Pt - Island Club This home offers 5BR/4.5BA with an open floor plan, the main level includes a formal DR, updated kitchen that opens to a keeping room and family room, a study and spacious master suite. Pool. Call for more details. $949,500
107 Peachtree - St Simons Heights Just a short bike ride to the beaches and shopping. One level, 3BR, 2BA. Features include a large family room with fireplace and a master suite with a renovated master bathroom. Flood insurance is not required. $375,000
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19 Sea Oats Lane - Coast Cottages Live the vacation lifestyle year round in this exquisite beach villa. Everything you could ever want and more! 4BR/4BA, elevator, multiple deck levels include a roof top deck offering beautiful ocean views. Partially furnished. $1,295,000
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1000 Sea Island Rd - Gascoigne #59 2BR/1.5BA. Easy on/off island location. Close to the Village and beach. Short term rentals allowed. Fireplace in the LR and a deck which over looks a lagoon. Move in ready and being sold fully furnished. Call Tina. $179,000
903 Ocean Blvd. Located on the south end of the island with easy access to the village, shopping, restaurants, and just a short walk to the beach. This subject property is currently rented with a great rental history. $850,000
4222 Third St. - East Beach 4BR, 3.5BA, 3 separate living areas, an open floor plan with lots of windows, a deck with spiral staircase leading to rooftop sundeck. Located just 3 houses from the beach access. A great opportunity on East Beach! $645,000
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Sea Island -$998,500 107 Saint Annies Frederica - $374,000 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. Much more to offer at this exquisite home. $2,975,000
Lot 7 Isle of Palms 3BR, 3BA, 1,472 SF. This is the best kept fisherman's paradise on the Coast of Georgia. The island is just a 10 minute boat road from the mainland and 20 minutes to the intracoastal waterway. The community also has an air strip for fly-in access. This home offers it's own private dock with a lift. This home is turn key and being sold mostly furnished. $309,000
135 Hampton Point Saint Simons - $118,000 626 Oglethorpe St Brunswick - $10,000 123 Hampton Point Saint Simons - $94,500 1734 Ocean Road East Beach, SSI - $695,000 Lot 20 Sugar Mill Darien, Deep Water - $95,000 120 Fish Hall Rd Brunswick - $17,000
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East Beach - Sixteenth Street 5BR/5.5BA. Breathtaking views. Amazing outdoor kitchen and private pool. Sleeps 10.
Village Area - May Joe Street 4BR/5.5BA. Walking distance to the Village Pier and Beach. Private pool. Sleeps 12.
King & Prince - St. Simons Island King and Prince ocean view villas. Call today to check availability!
East Beach - Twelfth Street Charming beach home steps away from the ocean. 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms. Private Pool and Cabana. Sleeps 10.
Thirteenth Street - East Beach 6BR/4.5BA. Located near Gould’s Inlet on East Beach with private saltwater pool and steps to the beach. Sleeps 12.
St. Simons Island - Ocean Road Amazing family friendly marshfront home with a private pool. Short walk to beach. Sleeps 14 and has 5.5 bathrooms!
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137 TOwnSHIP BLuff, SSI - Energy efficient 3BR/2.5 BA luxurious home, mid Island in the sanctuary of Township Bluff. This hardy plank home offers a large open, wrap-around porch with real wood screened in area and vaulted ceilings to enjoy a year round climate. The interior has hardwood flooring, nice gas fireplace, custom cabinetry, double vanities in both bathrooms, jetted tub in master bath located on ground floor and a gorgeous spacious kitchen showcasing Cell 912-269-5596 fine Silestone countertops. ruthheyward@msn.com There is a double car garage ABR, ASR, CRS, GRI, with rear alley way entry. Lovely SRS, SFR, CDPE landscaped. $439,500
Ruth H. Beall
115 ROBeRTSOn CIR, ST. SIMOnS ISLand • $525,000 Elegant Southern Living floor plan with 4BR/3.5BA home in West Point Plantation. Bonus room, study, hardwood floors, granite counter tops, double oven, gas appliances and more. Master bedroom located on main floor with his and her closets. West Point Plantation offers paved sidewalks, walking trails, playground, ponds and pool (coming soon). Call to schedule an appointment to see this fabulous property! Cell 912-270-2505
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Visit: www. darienhomebuilders.com for a virtual tour and more info. 912-634-9995 | SignaturePropertiesGroup.com 600 Sea Island Rd. Ste 28, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
121 Grand Oaks Lane - South end of Saint Simons On a quiet cul-de-sac with street lights just one mile to the beach and a short bike ride to the Village, shopping, and restaurants. Beautiful well maintained 3 BR (split plan), 2 BA home on one level. This bright open plan features hardwood floors throughout the main living areas including the master suite.The great room boasts cathedral ceilings and a fireplace with gas logs. All appliances are included and there’s an eat-in kitchen plus a separate dining area. The large master bedroom features a large walk in closet and dressing area. There is a gorgeous view from the open back deck that overlooks the pond with a fountain. $369,000
170 Merion - SSI Club Inspired by the classic architecture of coastal Georgia, Lovely, traditional 2-story home, framed w/majestic oaks, features a rocking chair front porch overlooking the lagoon. 4 BRs & 4 fully tiled Baths in 3286± sqft w/9’ ceilings on 1st flr. 2 Master BR's (1 on first floor, 1 up). Tiled kitchen, KitchenAid dishwasher, glass-topped stove & microwave/convection oven; stainless steel sink w/extendable faucet/ sprayer, beautiful oak cabinets. The lagoon-front Den features a built-in bookcase & fireplace. The spacious dining room offers a lovely chandelier, fireplace, wet bar, & huge break-front cabinet. Sunroom overlooking lagoon w/200+ bottle wine cooler. The 2nd flr has 2 BRs, bath and a large quiet bonus room w/4 skylights & picture window.The 3rd flr is 280± sqft unfinished space w/full staircase access which could a great bonus/flex room. All off this and it's surrounded with mature landscaping. Don't wait to see this one! $585,000
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Dogs for Defense
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hen the United States declared war in December 1941, the nation mobilized for action, including America’s dogs. As the military identified the vital need for dogs, citizens were encouraged to donate their pets to the war effort. During World War II, over 3,000 dogs and their handlers were trained for the Coast Guard to conduct patrols along America’s shores and to guard military installations against enemy saboteurs. The dogs were recruited through Dogs for Defense, a program which coordinated a rigorous selection process. The majority of dogs accepted into service were German Shepherds, but other preferred breeds included Belgian Sheepdogs and Doberman-Pinschers.
Nine dogs and 20 Coast Guardsmen with a Specialist D (for Dog) rating were assigned to guard duty at Naval Air Station St. Simons, today’s McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport. According to the January 27, 1944 issue of the station newsletter Tally-Ho, both men and dogs had been trained at an estate in Elkin Park, Pennsylvania. The Coast Guardsmen were trained for eight weeks and the dogs for two to four months. At NAS St. Simons, two men were assigned to work with each dog. Sentry duty was in 4-hour shifts. Twice a week, the dogs were put through “attack” courses, which required careful supervision to prevent injury. For example, a “suit” exercise involved the handler
commanding his dog to attack, unrestrained, a man in a heavily padded suit. The newsletter noted that the man in the suit “is completely at the mercy of the man in charge of the dog, and his ability to control the dog by voice alone.” Night maneuvers were also held twice a week, when the dogs were taken to the base runway and sent out to locate Coast Guardsmen who were simulating an attack on the station. By the summer of 1944, the need for sentry and patrol dogs on the Home Front had virtually disappeared, as the tide turned in favor of the Allies. Some of the dogs were “detrained” and returned to their owners, and others were sent overseas for sentry and tactical duties.
This month’s image from the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s archives shows Coast Guardsmen with their well-trained dogs at NAS St. Simons
Coastal Georgia Historical Society presents this article and images from our archives as part of our mission to tell Coastal Georgia’s inspiring stories. 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. 122 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G