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WE CARE ABOUT YOU!

YOU CHOOSE YOUR OWN DOCTOR OR PHARMACY,

SO WHY NOT PHYSICAL THERAPY?

…YOU can get in within 24-48 hours. …YOU can come in without a referral (based on insurance). …YOU have the right to choose where you go for your Physical Therapy needs. …YOU can change your Physical Therapist to suit your needs.

Brunswick Clinic

4204 Coral Park Drive 912.280.9205

St. Simons Clinic

212 Retreat Village (next to Winn-Dixie) 912.638.1444

UNIQUE STORE OPENS IN REDFERN

Crystal Earth, the only crystal and gem store in the Golden Isles, has newly opened on St. Simons Island. You will find a gorgeous selection of exotic minerals, geodes and fossils that have been hand-selected. Crystal Earth has large pieces that decorators will appreciate as accessories for both home and business office interiors. Crystal Earth offers natural gemstone jewelry, chakra tuning products, volcanic and stone statuaries, meditation tools, sage, incense, and pure essential oil candles. They are dedicated to sharing beauty and nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m and Sunday 12:306:00 p.m. The store is managed by Jacob Hoyt and is located in Redfern Village Shopping Center next door to Fancy Q. 209 Redfern Village, 912.434.9073.

CHEF LAUNCHES NEW BUSINESS

Local resident and celebrity chef Johnny Carino is launching his new private chef business in the Golden Islands. Chef Carino is best known for his namesake restaurants across the US, and his cooking show that ran on PBS for several years. Chef Carino’s Personal Chef service offers a private chef in your home for elegant dinners, lunches, special events, and even cooking classes. These same services are also available at a private venue. Give your personal parties a touch beyond. Having a celebrity chef in your home to do it all allows you to enjoy your guests. Johnny’s personal slogan is “impress your friends, impress your family, but most of all impress yourself.” Invite your friends to a social gathering and let Chef Johnny WOW! You can visit Johnny at chefjohnnycarino.com or call him at 912.771.9789. Gift cards are also available on his site.

ANNALIESE KONDO NOW AT WATERMARKS

Mike and Bill Fredericks of Watermarks Printing have formed an alliance with Annaliese Kondo, owner of Studio Pixel Pop, to offer a full suite of design and printing services. The pairing is full of synergy and excitement. Annaliese continues to offer high end photography and photo entertainment for events, like red carpet photo ops and photo booth rentals. Both Watermarks and Studio Pixel Pop have enjoyed years of large scale corporate customers while also maintaining approachable solutions for individuals. With an inviting atmosphere where clients can stop in to voice or even doodle their vision and a team capable of visualizing those ideas, Watermarks provides an easy path to fresh, eye-catching designs and branding solutions. Watermarks clients will delight in a final product that boasts the same superior print quality and quick turnaround time for which the company has been known for over 30 years. 295 Redfern Village, Suite A, 912.638.1445, watermarksprinting.com.

HUNTERMACLEAN ADDS PARTNER

Christopher R. Jordan has joined HunterMaclean Attorneys as a partner in the Business Litigation Practice Group. Chris is a litigator with a broad range of experience at the trial and appellate level. He has defended some of the country’s largest railroads in toxic tort, product liability, and other personal injury cases in state and federal courts throughout the Southeast. Chris also maintains an active business litigation practice, representing a variety of clients in matters involving contractual disputes and business torts. A native of Glynn County, Chris is an active member of the community. He graduated from Leadership Glynn and currently serves on the board of the STAR Foundation of Coastal Georgia and the Executive Committee for the National Association of Railroad Trail. He has been recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Star in Transportation/Maritime for the past five years. Chris can be reached in HunterMaclean’s Brunswick office at 912.262.5996. huntermaclean.com

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT JOINS LAND DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Land Design Associates welcomes Blake Hightower to the St. Simons Island office. Blake will take over duties as Associate Landscape Architect overseeing production, client relations, and project administration. Blake recently moved to the island after graduating from The University of Georgia with a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture. “I am very excited and fortunate for this opportunity to work in this amazing,

BEACHVIEW FINDS A HOME IN BRUNSWICK

Beachview Event Rentals & Design has moved its home office to Brunswick. The new location will serve as the company’s main headquarters and will house their vast inventory of tents, flooring, tables, chairs, linens, tableware, catering supplies, specialty furniture and more. It will also be the home of Beachview’s main business office and a showroom where vendors and clients can view their wide range of offerings. President Daniel Veal says, “We would like to thank the Brunswick and Glynn County Development Authority for helping us make this move to a larger space a reality. It will be wonderful to have enough room to house our growing inventory and the option for future expansion. We are also pleased to be able to offer our clients a larger showroom where they can come to plan their events.” Beachview is now located at 2627 Sidney Lanier Drive, Brunswick. 912.510.3800. beachview.net.

one-of-a-kind environment. I feel truly blessed to be able to work alongside Jeff Homans, and expect great things to continue coming from our office!” says Blake. “Blake’s talents in design, graphic communication, and project management will enhance Land Design’s ongoing commitment to provide exceptional design solutions and outstanding service to our clients. I’m excited to welcome him aboard!” says Land Design principal, Jeff Homans. Land Design Associates offers landscape architectural design services including site planning, planting and hardscape design, and swimming pool design to residential and real estate development clients. LandscapeArchitectGA.com

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WELCOME ABOARD FIRST CLASS

Executive Transportation provides luxury ground transportation for any occasion, serving St. Simons, Amelia and Hilton Head Islands, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Savannah. Not your ordinary transportation company, Executive Transportation provides first class service, not just a ride. They focus on attention to detail, accuracy, promptness, and nothing but the highest level of customer service. According to owner Michael J. Parisa and host Patrick Davis, “Our success is built on establishing strong client relationships, understanding their specific requirements and consistently exceeding their expectations.” Whether it’s a ride across town or to the airport, date or prom night for 2 or a ballgame for 8, they have you covered. Their experienced staff will help make your ground transportation not only effortless, but enjoyable. The reservation staff serves as your personal transportation coordinator assisting you with all specific details. The 24/7 dispatch department ensures your inquiries will be answered promptly. To book, call 912.771.9929 or visit exectransport.net.

NEW FACES AT EDWARD JONES

Edward Jones was recently named one of the top 3 financial services firms in the industry today and also awarded the No. 5 spot in Fortune’s “100 Best Places to Work.” They are welcoming new hires at our local branches. Logan Jones, a Financial Advisor who joined the firm in early 2016 and spent time working with clients in St. Louis, has relocated to his hometown of Brunswick to serve families in the area as part of Edward Jones’ team of Glynn County financial advisors. Having received securities and insurance licenses, Jones believes now couldn’t be a better time to reach out to residents and help them prepare for the changes to come in the financial industry. He provides tailored investment strategies to families and business owners by getting to know them and understanding their situations, using an established process, and staying on track. Jones can be reached at the Brunswick branch office at 1430 Newcastle Street or by phone at 912.264.8865. Kathy Sensabaugh recently joined the St. Simons Island office of Edward Jones as a branch office administrator trainee. “A branch office administrator is not only responsible for the daily operation of the branch, but must also provide toplevel client service and marketing support for my activities,” said James Sexton, local financial advisor for the firm. Sensabaugh must complete the firm’s in-depth training program within one year to graduate from the trainee designation into the position of branch office administrator. “I know she will be a terrific asset to our team as we strive to provide our clients with unparalleled personal service,” Sexton added. Sensabaugh is originally from Staunton, Virginia and moved to St. Simons Island a year ago. Sexton invites the public to attend the Edward Jones St. Simons Island branch open house at 3409 Frederica Road on April 26 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Retail therapy… works every time!

BLUE BAY TO OPEN ON SSI

Blue Bay is a family owned and operated business bringing authentic Mexican food with roots from California to the Southeast coast. Everything is made fresh to order and the menu offers a wide variety of delicious choices. They’ll serve hamburgers to chile rellenos to steak fajitas, the 12" Moctezuma burrito, chicken flautas and much more, plus there’s a full bar with nightly drink specials! Indulge in made-to-order guacamole and pico de gallo with chips that come right out of the fryer. They’re excited to bring this delicious fare to St. Simons Island, their third restaurant to open in as many years. If you’re looking for great food, great prices and great people this is your place! The staff is top-notch and they’ll make sure your experience is exactly what you want. They’re looking forward to seeing and serving you at 539 Ocean Boulevard in May!

RAISE YOUR GLASS

One Hundred Miles (OHM) is proud to announce the launch of the 2nd annual Spartini Cocktails for our Coast contest. Running through April 30, OHM once again partners with restaurants up and down the coast to highlight the significance of coastal Georgia’s vast ecosystems. Each of this year’s 19 participating restaurants has created their own coastal inspired and limitededition Spartini cocktail. For every Spartini purchased during the event, $1 is donated to support One Hundred Miles’ mission of protecting and preserving Georgia’s 100-mile coast. The public is encouraged to stop by each restaurant, try their signature Spartini, and vote for their favorites at OneHundredMiles.org/Spartini. Awards will be given to the restaurants with the most votes for Favorite Spartini, Most Creative Spartini Name, and Most Money Raised for OHM. For more information, visit the OHM website and follow the OHM and EIL Facebook pages to see featured cocktails.

YOUNG EAGLES TO TAKE FLIGHT

On Saturday, April 22, children ages 8-17 can enjoy a local airplane ride at no charge courtesy of Chapter 905 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), based at McKinnon St Simons Island Airport. A Young Eagles flight offers young people a chance to see the island from above during a 15-20 min. flight, and to learn about future careers in aviation. Experienced local pilots donate their time, fuel and the use of their personal aircraft for the event. EAA chapter president Jerry Latvala explains, to tell young people about careers in aviation. There are a growing number of excellent jobs in the field that will be available to them now and in the future. Children accompanied by a parent or legal guardian should be at the local EAA location at 1797 Demere Road at 9:00 a.m. to participate. For more information, call 912.269.2155.