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was having breakfast the other day with my morning crew when the conversation veered from the usual, “What did you watch on Netflix last night?” and “How many times have you worn that shirt this week?” to an interesting topic. My buddy, Pete Joris, started telling a story about a friend of his who had purchased a Betamax machine back in the day. Unfortunately, the Betamax went the way of the dinosaurs. That got us on the subject of what items could become obsolete in the next 5 to 10 years. We surmised that some things like paper maps, shopping malls, DVDs, calculators, telephone landlines, and parking meters will probably go the way of the horse buggy whip, or the horse buggy itself.
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As a teen driver going “parking,” I had an AM/FM radio in my car. This was later replaced by an 8-track stereo system, which was then upgraded to cassette, then to a CD stereo system, and finally to wifi connectivity using Bluetooth. Instead of being limited to just 10 songs on a Bee Gees 8-track cartridge, now – with Spotify – I can now listen to EVERY song the Bee Gees ever sang. The technological advancements we have made in just the last 20 years are amazing. The world never stops moving forward. On a seemingly weekly basis, new technology, new services, practically new everything seems to replace an older version. And now they’re predicting that in 10 years no one will even OWN a car. We’ll just ride in driverless vehicles that we summon on our smartphones.
I guess in the future (or maybe now), teenagers won’t know how to read a map, hang out at the mall, replace a battery in a calculator, or use the phrase, “Mom, it’s for you,” when answering the home phone. I don’t even KNOW my mom’s cell number, but I remember what my old home phone number was growing up. Anyone who is older than 50 and grew up here on the island remembers that back then you only had to dial the number 8 and then the four digits to reach someone’s home. Instead of dialing 638-2039, you only had to dial 8-2039 to reach my house. Sometimes technological advancements don’t make things easier, though. I’m 57 years old and now my mom has the ability to call me and check up on me anytime, anywhere, via smartphone! She couldn’t do that when I was 17! Thank goodness I’m too old to go “parking.”
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25 Sophistication, Simplicity, Sustainability 29 Spirit of Success 30 Commitment to Craftmanship 33 Outdoor Living with Indoor Style
56 Business Buzz 64 What’s Happening 68 Social Scene 90 Real Estate 122 SSI Archives
37 Home of the Red Ribbon 38 Let’s Collaborate 43 The Clear Choice 44 Get It Sold 48 Gardeners’ Delight
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EACH SPRING, Elegant Island Living dives into the world of flooring and florals, design and décor, landscapes and luxury to create our Home & Garden issue. You’ll find tips from and information about local professionals in the business of beautifying your living space. We’ve brightened things up here with some blooms courtesy of ACE Garden Center, and a little help from members of the Cassina Garden Club. Please join them at the Annual Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk & Marketplace later this month. Bring beauty home!
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ne of the benefits of living in the South is that we have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors virtually every month of the year. And what better place to do that than in your own backyard? Whether you love sitting outside and reading quietly by an outdoor fireplace or having your friends and family over to party around the pool, the total enjoyment of your
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home really lies beyond its four walls. In addition to full service landscaping, sodding, fertilization, pest control, irrigation, and lawn maintenance, Coastal Landscape & Design offers outdoor design to enhance your space and meet your desires for the perfect oasis in your own backyard. Whether you are adding permanent hardscape enhancements like a veranda fire pit or a barbeque grill station, Coastal Landscape & Design will customize each project to your space and budget. They can build you the outdoor kitchen of your dreams or a fun and safe backyard play area for the kids. Don’t forget they can also help you with lighting to optimize your enjoyment of your outdoor space in the evening hours, creating a magical setting you’ll love both day and night. The team at Coastal Landscape & Design strongly believes that landscaping services are not limited to the
care and maintenance of lawns, flowers, and foliage. They’re just waiting for your call to create attractive and practical outdoor spaces that expand your living area beyond the rooms of your house. With a vision of beautifying the coastal area he called home, Mark Miller established Coastal Landscape & Design, Inc. in 1993, after having worked as a certified landscape gardener with Sea Island Company. What started as a lawn maintenance service quickly expanded to become one of the only locally-owned and operated full service landscape businesses in the Golden Isles. Mark’s wife, Andrea, joined the company as Business Development Manager in 2004, overseeing daily office management, including accounting, marketing, and business development. When asked what she wants
people to know about Coastal Landscape & Design, Andrea said, “We love our customers and think of them as our family. My husband Mark has over 20 years of experience and he guarantees our company’s work to each and every customer, no matter how big or small they are.” Together with their team of employees, they’re beautifying the coast, one lawn at a time. With a wide variety of both residential
and commercial landscape projects, Coastal Landscape & Design’s handiwork can be seen prominently throughout the Golden Isles. Woody Folsom Automotive owner Woody Folsom raves about the work Coastal Landscape & Design completed at his commercial properties. “I was so happy with the way my new Ford dealership landscaping turned out, that I chose Coastal Landscape & Design to do my new Dodge dealership as well! Mark’s attention to detail is why I chose him. I get compliments every day on my landscaping because it is different and unique. I would definitely recommend Mark, Andrea and their whole team (and I do, often). They’re the best I’ve ever worked with.” Something else that makes Coastal Landscape & Design stand out from other landscape companies is their impressive five acre garden center. Located on Hwy. 341 in Brunswick by McKinna Auto Sales, the garden center is stocked with florals of both seasonal and perennial varieties, as well as hearty palms and other greenery just waiting to find their home. Set up a consultation with the experienced staff
of Coastal Landscape & Design and use the garden center as your inspiration to decide what will work best in your private sanctuary. If you’ve decided to finally get working on that “Honey Do” outdoor DYI project, make Coastal Landscape & Design your first stop. Take a look at their staging areas for ideas and get advice from the experts on creating a space that will allow you to brag to all your friends about how easy it was to make and maintain. But be careful, your new backyard haven might be so comfortable that they’ll want to come enjoy it with you and may never want to leave! Mark your calendar for Coastal Landscape & Design’s annual Spring Fling on Saturday, May 4th. Make a point to stop by the garden center at 120 McKinna Place in Brunswick between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for this free community event and check out what’s in bloom for 2019. There will be a variety of vendors and activities on site, including animal adoptions, food and drinks, games and prizes, as well as a live radio remote. It’s a wonderful way to spend a Saturday with the whole family surrounded by nature’s beauty. You can check the Coastal Landscape & Design Facebook page for information about vendors and sales that will be happening that day. To find out more about the services Coastal Landscape & Design offers and see some breathtaking landscapes that they have created, visit coastallandscapeanddesign.com. Whether you’re looking for weekly, monthly, seasonal, or annual lawn maintenance and landscaping, or outdoor area living enhancements, they have what you need.
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Planter’s Pick
Gee Gee Adams
Cassina Garden Club President • Member since 2005 My garden is an inspiration in the spring with the beautiful green boxwoods as a back drop to gaura, agapanthus, geraniums, rag begonias and plumbagos. They frame a beautiful marsh view. When it comes to favorites, my favorite flower is hydrangeas, plant would be plumbagos, and queen palms are my favorite tree.
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emand for alternative lodging is at an all time high, with one in three travelers choosing vacation rentals over traditional hotels. This consumer trend has set the oncesleepy vacation rental industry on a trajectory to be worth $194 billion by 2021. Shaping the future of this rapidly changing industry is Vacasa, a next-gen hospitality company that’s emerging as a leader for all things vacation rental. Here, we’re taking a closer look at this one-stop shop for all your vacation rental needs. Local Teams, Global Network Caring for over 12,000 properties around the world, Vacasa is North America’s largest manager of vacation properties. The company utilizes sophisticated marketing techniques to maximize bookings while their pricing algorithm adjusts rates in real time so that homeowners never leave money on the table. The company’s technology is complemented by personal service from exceptional local hospitality professionals who care for guests and vacation homeowners in every Vacasa market. “As homeowners who don’t live in the immediate area, it’s important to us that we have a local team on St. Simons Island that is responsive and able to attend to guests needs in a timely manner,” said Linda Bernhard, owner of Emil Cottage. “Roniece and the Vacasa
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Golden Isles Bracelet Co. is the little store with a big reputation for fine locally crafted silver and gold jewelry. Sizes for all wrist measurements. team take care of every aspect of our vacation rental property and I can rest easy knowing that our guests and our home are cared for as visitors enjoy the island.” End-To-End Management Vacasa’s local teams handle permitting, tax registration and other details, with comprehensive property management services covering everything from bookings and home care to 24/7 guest service. In addition to their impressive local teams, Vacasa has a central office staffed with professionals specializing in everything from interior design, marketing, data analytics and operations. Connecting Buyers and Sellers In 2018, Vacasa launched Vacasa Real Estate to connect vacation home buyers and sellers with local agents. With access to rental per-
formance data, a steady stream of buyer leads, and the largest inventory of vacation homes in the country, Vacasa is uniquely positioned to streamline the process of buying and selling investment properties – and to simplify the experience of renting them out. Online booking technology has made vacation rentals an increasingly popular alternative to hotels. With guest demand growing rapidly, Vacasa’s one-stop shop model enables more people than ever to effortlessly enjoy the rewards of owning a vacation home.
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hile the name of our company may be DutchMANs Casual Living, we’re proud to have a woman at the helm and be a 95 percent woman-owned and operated company. Stephanie Bramble purchased her first store in Highlands, N.C., where she sold floral arrangements, home accessories and small furniture. Fast forward to 2019, Stephanie has opened three additional locations each with their own unique look, feel, and appeal. “Although we are here to sell you great items for your home, I also want you to walk in and be wowed.” We also care deeply for Mother Earth, weaving together our love for design with our love for the environment. The Bramble headquarters, located in Indonesia, use the finest mahogany and woods while carefully crafting each piece of furniture for your home. Our company goal is to plant one tree for each piece of furniture we sell. Since 2005, more than 700,000 trees
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When you step into the St. Simons Island store, rustic wood pieces await your family and invite you to share a meal or use one as a centerpiece in your living room while entertaining friends. Cozy couches made by popular designers like Rowe Furniture and Robin Bruce will embrace you in comfort after a long day. They’re the perfect match for a snug blanket and chilled glass of chardonnay. For a more masculine look, our upholstered couches, sectionals, chairs and ottomans are the perfect addition to any room. These pieces will give your living room a distinct and attractive feel. Update your lighting fixtures with an elegant 17th Century inspired bronze chandelier with distinct geometric features that draw your guests’ eyes to its glow. Sleep like royalty in our king beds and wake up with a sense of grand elegance in your bedroom
with European styled and masterfully carved pieces. Our dressers are created to add a touch of sturdy sophistication and elegance to practical storage space. Shop end tables in styles that range from compelling design with a fabulous mix of earthy materials to savvy storage pieces.
Still not feeling at home? Indulge in our signature candle selection and let notes of fruit and spice scent the breeze wafting through your beach home. Our assortment of fragrances will fill the air with a variety of spice, cinnamon, honey, citrus, and vanilla. Visit dutchmansdesigns.com to browse our inventory and receive free shipping on every order. While you’re there, sign up for our newsletter with exclusive Dutchmans tips. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @DutchmansDesigns to stay up to date with our events and monthly sales. We’re also on Pinterest @dutchmansliving.
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Planter’s Pick
Molly Macaulay Member since 2014
I love camellias because they’re like roses in winter. In our garden we have camellias blooming from December through March. Gorgeous! My passion is working with the community in outreach projects like visiting Magnolia Manor and Thrive. Cassina offers these residents an opportunity to make their own fresh flower arrangements to take back to their individual apartments.
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Neil Henry
• Member since 2013
We moved here from New Jersey in 2006 and I built our garden from scratch. We were invited to show on the Garden Walk in 2012 and again in 2016, when I was co-chair. I was the first male member of Cassina Garden Club in 2013; there are now two. For many years we have grown the fascinating “Night Flowering Cereus” which not only flowers just once a year, but for only one night, about midnight. It’s not too difficult to grow, but also not too easy to capture a photo!
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Debbie Williamson Member since 2018
Lantana is one of my favorite plants. It is available in a multitude of colors, very fragrant, drought tolerant, easy to grow, and flowers continuously from spring until frost. It even seems happy growing wild at the beach entrance of Gould’s Inlet. But the best part about this plant is that the butterflies, bees, and dragonflies love it too! 28
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ions and rugs with the international leader in leather, Pavoni.
ee Simmons is a well-traveled creative who brings decades of experience to creating luxurious, custom interiors on a national level. She brings a unique sense of style and impeccable attention to detail in every endeavor she pursues and prides herself on pushing through the “uncomfortable” in order to achieve personal growth. Her thriving design business, Dee Simmons Interiors, is a growing full-service interior design firm with a skilled, creative team of professionals whose collective passion for design and successful customer relationships make them an asset to any project.
Last year’s exciting and successful launch of Dee’s new ADAC (Atlanta Decorative Arts Center) showroom, named simply Delinah Simmons, is gaining tractional notoriety in Atlanta’s design community. The showroom features curated and bespoke pieces from her own worldly travels as well as several luxury furniture, lighting, textiles and art collections, some exclusive to the Southeast market. The success of Dee’s design business as well as her namesake showroom has led her to
Dee’s work has been featured in local and regional publications including Southern Home, Modern Luxury, The Atlantan, and Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, to name a few. She has also been awarded ADAC’s “Ones to Watch,” Modern Luxury’s “Faces of Design” for 2018 and 2019 and also Modern Luxury’s “Powerful & Influential Women.” Dee resides here on St. Simons Island and is the mother of an adorable three year old daughter who loves to play at the beach. While she enjoys her island home, manning the “shop” at 1802 Frederica Road, and wonders of motherhood, Dee also looks forward to where her travel adventures will take her next. deesimmonsinteriors.com
other accomplished business avenues. She has created her own line of curated and custom carpets, a line of upholstery textiles and a successful collaboration of hair on hide cush-
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other and daughter entrepreneurs, Rita Boland and Auret Cavedo started Island Drapes & Upholstery LLC as a homebased business in a small studio seven years ago. Rita says, “Business has been so phenomenal that in June 2018 we vacated our rented premises and purchased the old veterinary hospital on Demere Road, remodeled it to suit our needs, and relocated. The move has been a huge success with a tremendous increase in foot traffic.” Creating beautiful spaces is the duo’s passion. This requires extensive knowledge of fabrics, styles and keeping up to date with the latest trends and colors. They do everything to create the feel and aesthetic their clients and designers seek. Auret says of their clients, “Early on, just starting out, we were able to establish a very good relationship with most local designers and architects on the island. Through word of mouth and great referrals from our local designers, we began working with designers from Atlanta, as well as several from New York, who we still serve today.” Rita adds, “Designers commission custom work for almost every project they work on, and we are here to make their visions come to life.”
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Custom craftsmanship is a true commitment, as a significant amount of time is spent in the actual planning, sourcing of products, pattern drawing, cutting, finding and matching fabrics. Difficult windows and spaces need to be laser measured and calculated for possible installation problems etc. Auret says popular consumer culture’s desire for “cheap” sometimes makes it difficult for them to justify the cost of their services. “However,” she says, “compare a store bought drapery panel to our custom panel, and we need not say another word.” Rita and Auret take pride in their reputation for exceptional quality, a constant awareness of fashion trends and devotion to unsurpassed service. They have a large product library with endless options for customers to browse in a pleasant setting.
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Island Drapes & Upholstery offers all types of window coverings (including motorization), custom blinds, Roman shades, valances, custom cornice boards, bedding, and pillows. Complementary to their window covering and interior design manufacturing services, they have an upholstery department that can restore life to old cherished pieces of furniture or create custom headboards, ottomans and banquets. They have provided services to many residents of Sea Island, Jekyll, St. Simons and Hawkins Islands, the The Masters Tournament in Augusta, hotels, country clubs, schools, and more. These talented ladies say, “You design it; we’ll make it!” Island Drapes & Upholstery is located at 1958 Demere Rd and can be reached by phone at 912.268.4685. islanddrapesandupholstery.com
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ierce & Parker Interiors is a home furnishings store on St. Simons Island. We offer indoor and outdoor furniture, lighting, rugs, art, accessories, and gifts, as well as complimentary design services (and free delivery too!). Although you would never know it from the street, Pierce & Parker has over 17,000 square feet of floor space, the largest on St. Simons!
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Planter’s Pick
Cindy Jacobs
Member since 2018 As a young child, my grandmother Madeline Shiver and I would tend her vegetable garden together and I have loved gardening ever since. Now at The Dodge [the former home of beloved author Eugenia Price], I work in my own vegetable garden and yard with my husband Russell: I mow the grass and he does the digging, edging, and manual labor. We grow LOTS of jalapeños and other peppers and make pepper jelly to share. It keeps us off the golf course where we could do some real damage! My favorite flower would be gaura (or whirling butterflies). I love this plant because bees love it and deer don’t eat it!
Selling The Islands CONDOS, COTTAGES AND DREAM HOMES
Cindy Brockwell, Realtor RENE, MRP Call or Text 912-577-7022 100 Redfern Village, St. Simons cbrockwell@outlook.com cindybrockwell.evusa.com
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Karen Summers Welsh Member since 2015
My Oakleaf Hydrangea bed is my personal favorite; every spring they put on fresh new leaves followed by beautiful large white blooms that fade to pink. Come November the foliage provides wonderful fall color of brilliant reds. For me, gardening is an opportunity to enjoy nature, clear my mind, and indulge my creative side.
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Lori F. Cook Interiors, LLC 206 Redfern Village St. Simons Island 912.638.6100
ENTERTAINING FAMILY & FRIENDS Or just relaxing and enjoying the outdoors
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olden Isles residents Gene and Susan Walker have owned and operated Overhead Door Company of Brunswick for 25 years. Since 1994, Overhead Door Company of Brunswick has specialized in the sales and installation of residential and commercial custom replacement Provia fiberglass and steel entry doors, French doors, patio doors, sliding barn doors, specialty storm doors, Plexidor pet doors, residential/commercial rolling hurricane shutters, as well as garage doors and electric openers for your home or business. Experience their craftmanship firsthand with a visit to their new 2000, sq. ft. showroom, a must-see for anyone looking for a higher quality replacement door.
The customer service at Overhead Door Company of Brunswick sets them apart from all the rest – it’s so special that it has earned the name +LOVE™. Once you’ve experienced it, you’ll never shop anywhere else for your residential or commercial door needs. Not only can all of the doors carried by Overhead Door Company of Brunswick be purchased directly from their expert sales team, they also service most makes and models of garage doors and openers, including the programming of remote controls. Their experienced service technicians provide quality, professional service. The Walker family has set a standard and expectation of excellence for their employees, and require that all Overhead Door Company of Brunswick employees meet
those standards and also pass drug tests and a vigorous background check. You can feel safe with their employees in your home or place of business. With over 75 years of combined experience, the Overhead Door Company of Brunswick staff has numerous IDEA certifications, including Residential Technician Certification, and IDEA Sanctioned Trainer Certification. They continually strive to improve their knowledge and skills through ongoing training to better serve their valued customers. The Walkers consider their most important achievement to be the long-term relationships they have maintained with their customers over the past two decades. They invite you to come out and see them at 214 Rose Drive in Brunswick or call them at 912.265.3355. They even give out free battery replacements for remote controls. For more information about their products and services, see ohdbrunswick.com.
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ired Collaborative is a creative concept pairing Designer and Owner Jessica Been’s two favorite layers in the design process: lighting and rugs. Having come from the interior design profession with a focus on branded environments in both higher education and in workplace design, as a designer, Jessica desires to create meaningful space for her clients. Space that allows clients to connect with impactful details in design. The Wired Studio boasts a beautifully curated collection of one-of-a-kind Turkish rugs and four timelessly classic lines of lighting in collaboration with Hudson Valley Lighting Group, a specialty lighting line. Wired Collaborative offers one-ofa-kind Turkish rugs along with a handful of Indo-Oushaks. Wired’s rugs are sourced from all over Anatolia (Turkey) with designs that are specific to their regional locales. Within each warp and weft, there is a handwoven story defined by a unique design named from the specific region of Turkey in which the rug was made. These regional designs are defined by specific motifs, patterns, and colors uniquely representative to each area of Eastern, Central, and Western Turkey, defining not only cultural milestones, but the makers themselves. The Wired Studio also has the ability to work directly with both contacts in Turkey and Atlanta to curate a variety of bespoke pieces for any client need. Please feel free 38
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Collaborate to reach out to Wired if you can’t find the specific piece you have in mind. They are happy to pull additional rug options from their other locations and can direct ship from Turkey. Now to add some light! Each of Hudson Valley Lighting Group’s four lighting lines have an unique expression that merges modern design details with timelessly classic favorites. Wired is happy to help clients with this layer of the design process - from pulling entire lighting schemes for upcoming projects to finding one more bespoke accent fixture.
Jessica believes in the nature of design being a collaborative process whether working with fabricators on a custom lighting design or finding a client the perfect rug for their project. Jessica is thrilled about what the Wired Studio has to offer and would love the opportunity to work with you! Please visit the Wired Collaborative website at wiredcollaborative.com or call Jessica at 912.222.4345.
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t’s time to do some spring cleaning! While most people dread the thought, it is an important part of home maintenance. Nothing beats the look of a beautiful and spotless home exterior. This “picture perfect” effect is how we like to imagine our property, but that “perfection” requires ongoing professional maintenance to ensure that reality lives up to the vision. Cleaning the exterior and roof, washing windows, pressure washing driveways, pavers, and hardscapes are all essential in maintaining your home’s health and lasting curb appeal. Clearview Services South are experts in tackling these spring cleaning jobs so you can relax, knowing that you are in good hands, and spend your time making great memories with family and friends.
Offering a multitude of cleaning services performed by professional technicians, a commitment to excellent customer service, and a reputation backed by the third-party vetting company, The Seal, validating backgrounds, licenses and insurance coverage, Clearview can take the stress out of spring cleaning for you. If you were putting off power washing your home because you’re worried about possible damage to paint, stucco, or tabby, Clearview uses a soft wash system which uses a mix of chemicals to restore your siding, eaves, and trim to their bright and beautiful colors without a need to repaint. Soft washing is also beneficial for roof cleaning, because our climate can wreak havoc on shingles. This system removes black stripes, algae, mold, and mildew in a way that protects your roofing, and your investment in the long
run. Clearview applies pressure washing for hardscapes like stairs, patios, and pavers to kill mold, moss, mildew and erase dirt and grime. In their window cleaning process, Clearview ensures that glass, window sills, panes, mullions, and frames are all safely cleaned and kept in good condition. They also can provide glass restoration services on exterior and interior glass, including skylights and shower enclosures. You can rest easy knowing that Clearview’s cleaning technicians are well trained, and will always conduct themselves with professionalism and courtesy while working at your home. Contact Clearview Services South today to make your spring cleaning appointment by calling 912.634.2500 or visit clearviewservicessouth.com.
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is one of the single most important financial investments that you can ever make in your life. When the time comes for you to put your home on the market, you want to make sure that you get the maximum return for your investment. To assist you in that process, your friends at Signature Properties Group have put together a few practical ideas that will hopefully help you as you navigate these waters.
get it Sold This home is available for sale on SignaturePropertiesGroup.com.
Preparing Your Home for Selling by Anna Johnson and Kay Love
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DECLUTTER. That “stuff” accumulates the longer that you live in a place. A good rule to follow is if you haven’t worn it in the last year, give it to charity. This will help thin out those closets and make them look more spacious. If you’re downsizing, it might be time to decide that there’s just no room for those old high school trophies that have been collecting dust in the attic for years. A good idea is to take pictures of such memorabilia to preserve the memory without taking up space. Discard furniture you no longer need
or put items in storage in order to make rooms feel more spacious. Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is one of the most cost-effective ways to spruce up your home, and it can be a great DIY project. REPAIR DEFECTS. Does your house have leaky faucets? Rusted drains? Loose drawer handles? Making these small fixes can make a big difference to those potential buyers with detail-oriented minds.
ADDRESS WATER STAINS. Your old water heater in the attic may have leaked before replacing it with a new one; however, the leftover water stain is still visible on the ceiling below. This could be a negative trigger for a prospective buyer and may mislead them into thinking that the problem still exists. Double check that the issue that initially caused the leak is resolved, then make any repairs to the walls or floors affected.
your home for sale, contact your real estate professional today. Originally from Scotland, Anna Johnson came to the US in 1991 and has been selling real estate since 1996. Kay Love left a career as a registered
CURB APPEAL. Dressing up the outside as well as the inside will show buyers that your home is the complete package. Clean walkways and driveways, set out seasonal flowers and plants, trim hedges and trees, and fill in mulch and gravel.
medical technologist to become a real estate professional in 2001. In 2011 they joined together as a Professional Real Estate Team, providing their clients and customers with 40 plus years of combined knowledge and experience. They are currently real
Kitchens and bathrooms generally sell homes, so it is crucial that you update cabinetry, repair countertops, or install new faucets and sinks. Spending the time and resources to update an outdated kitchen or bathroom may very well be worth the investment. FLOORING. Hardwood floors are a very desirable feature in a home, so you want to ensure that they look their best by fixing scratches and addressing dull areas. If your carpets are worn or stained, consider replacing them. Also, don’t forget the tile in your kitchen or bathroom. Regrouting can go a long way to make dingy tile look brand new.
estate professionals with Signature Properties Group. You can reach
quickly that the process is very multifaceted and challenging. The two main concerns for anyone selling their home is setting the right price and finding a buyer who is willing to pay that price. Employing the services of a real estate professional ensures that you will have the tools, the resources, and the connections to sell your home more efficiently than doing it yourself. Real estate agents have access to the most up-to-date information about the recent sale of comparable homes, as well as other current listings in the neighborhood. Your agent has the education and experience to help you price your home appropriately to reflect the current market conditions. Most who choose the FSBO route tend to overprice their homes, which discourages buyers and results in having their property on the market for a lengthy period.
Anna at anna2278@att.net and Kay at kaysnotes@msn.com.
The Value of Using a Real Estate Professional by Ken Sausedo
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DEODORIZE. This is especially true for the pet-friendly home. Candles and sprays merely mask odors. You can deodorize your house by sprinkling baking soda on floors and furniture and vacuuming it up. Baking soda neutralizes odors instead of just masking them.
our home is one of the most significant financial investments you can make and when it comes to selling your house, you want to make sure you get top dollar for your investment. As the owner, you have every prerogative to undertake the selling of your property yourself. Why should you employ the services of a realtor when you could keep that portion of the proceeds in your bank account and sell your house yourself?
Of course, the extent of any improvements and modifications is ultimately dependent on the age and the condition of your home. But rest assured that upgrading your house can make the difference between getting retail value for your home as opposed to wholesale value. For more advice and information for preparing
Many have ventured to answer that last question by attempting to market and sell their home on their own, only to succumb to the solution that was always their first and best option:securing the services of a real estate professional. Those who choose to go the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) route find very
As for finding buyers, your agent will be aggressive with a marketing plan that includes showcasing your property to other agents and prospective buyers with professional photographs, open houses, as well as online marketing through multiple listing services, internet websites, and social media. The listing of your home is only the beginning of the job for your real estate professional. Your agent will be actively showing your home to prospective buyers, and negotiating terms of the sale whenever a client is secured. Phoebe Hoaster has been a REALTOR® for 42 years and was one of the founders of Signature Properties Group when it opened its doors in 2003. She has witnessed firsthand the exasperation of the homeowner who tries their hand at FSBO and offers some friendly advice for those contemplating that same decision. “If people really knew what a real estate agent does, they wouldn’t hesitate to go with us,” says Phoebe. “Once you get a buyer for your home, there is a ton of paperwork that is involved. Once we are under contract, then (continues)
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there are lawyers to call, inspections and appraisals to schedule, and lenders to work with. And with each one of those, there is a deadline to meet, so you have to be on your toes. Otherwise, it could end up delaying the process and costing the buyer and seller precious time and money.”
Ken Sausedo has been visiting St. Simons Island since the 1990s and purchased his first home here in 2012. As a Real Estate Professional with Signature Properties
But the more considerable benefit that a real estate professional provides is their availability
DEPERSONALIZE. Buyers need to be able to envision themselves in your home, so remove all the family photos, items with family members’ names on them and refrigerator art.
Group, he can share that same passion for the island with others. You can
DEFINE ROOMS. Make sure each room has a single, defined purpose. Also, make sure that every space within every room also has a specific objective so that buyers will see how to maximize the home’s square footage.
contact Ken at KenSellsSSI@gmail.com.
The Importance of Home Staging by Ann Barnes
T Phoebe Hoaster has 42 years of experience in retail sales and can help you buy or sell your home.
and the comfort of having that knowledgeable and competent friend to walk with you through every step of this daunting process. “In some ways, I feel like a counselor,” says Phoebe. “Sometimes it’s not just about all the nuts and bolts of a real estate transaction. Sometimes it’s about helping my clients walk through an issue that has absolutely nothing at all to do with real estate. Knowing that I have helped relieve my client of some of the stress and anxiety that comes from selling or buying their home gives me great satisfaction.” Even with more information about the market readily available online, studies are showing that fewer homeowners are choosing to sell their house on their own, and with good reason. Nothing beats having the expertise and experience of a personal real estate professional guiding you through this significant time of your life. 46
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he potential buyers of your home aren’t just looking for a place to sleep, they’re looking to fulfill their dreams, make memories, and improve their lifestyles. Staging your home for selling helps to achieve those dreams and creates a more emotional purchase that can generate more money for the seller. When I speak with my seller clients about staging their home, I am referring to a manner of decorating that is designed to showcase their home’s best assets, impress today’s buyers, and sell it as quickly as possible for the highest price possible. STAGING HOW-TO’S While there are plenty of room-specific staging tips, if you’re on a limited budget, it’s best to focus on big-picture improvements in the areas that will make the most significant difference in your home’s selling price. First, target items that need to be repaired and then focus on cosmetic issues. Start with the exterior and entrance since these are the first areas people see, then work your way through the living room, kitchen and bathrooms, the master bedroom and the outdoor living space, such as a back patio. The following items can and should be employed in as many rooms of the house as you can afford and have time to address.
FLOORING. Dirty, stained carpet is unattractive. Hardwood floors add value and elegance to a home and are perfect for buyers with allergies. Vinyl plank floors are gaining in popularity, having the look of hardwood while costing much less. Common areas like the living room, dining room and kitchen should be your primary focus for flooring; however, your bathrooms should take precedence as well. FURNITURE. Make sure furniture is the right size for the room. Furniture that is too big will make your room look smaller, while a room that is sparsely furnished can make a space feel cold. You may even want to employ the services of a professional stager to rearrange your existing furniture, or also provide rental furniture, to make your spaces more buyer friendly. The living space on the opposite page has been professionally staged. You can see that the rugs define the space making the most of two areas and giving them a good flow. The family room furniture is brought closer, the coffee table is the center of the conversation area, and the rug in the middle brings everything in the room together. The dining room is placed at an angle to give it more interest and defined with a rug to keep everything from looking too much the same. You can hire a professional stager for a consultation for $100 to $150 per hour. The stager will walk through your home, advise you on the changes you need to make, and will leave the actual staging up to you. For full-service staging, professionals may have
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ers. As a service to my sellers, I offer to come by and help stage your home free of charge before listing. We walk through together and make a list of things that need to be done. As a service to my clients, I do have a handyman on retainer to come to your aid so you don’t have to be on a long waiting list to get these items accomplished. My goal is to work together to get your house sold for the most money in the shortest amount of time! Pictures courtesy of George Ingram George.TeamHoaster@gmail.com Staging by Emmy Parker Temples Posed Homes Staging and Redesign emmy@PosedHomes.com | 404.290.8585
Ann Barnes has been living on St. Simons Island since the early 90s and has been selling real estate since 2000. She joined Signature Properties Group in 2004 and has become a top producing REALTOR® both in sales numbers and in customer satisfaction. You can contact Ann at Ann@CoastalGALifestyles.com.
a specific charge per room, while others will charge you a percentage of the sales price, typically between 1% and 3%. The price usually includes the services of the stager, as well as the rental of the furniture and accessories for a set period of time. LAST TOUCHES. Just before an open house or showing, make sure that your staging efforts go the extra mile with a few last-minute touches that will make the home seem warm and inviting. These include fresh flowers, letting fresh air into the house for at least ten minutes
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beforehand so it isn’t stuffy, adding a pleasant scent and putting new, plush, nicely folded towels in the bathrooms. THE BOTTOM LINE Overall, to get the most bang for your buck, your home staging efforts should be designed to appeal to the broadest possible range of buy-
Signature Properties Group, Inc. is a locally owned and operated brokerage that has been a leader in residential real estate listing and sales for 16 years. It is the mission and vision of Signature Properties to provide outstanding customer service through leadership, experience, and knowledge while maintaining a high degree of integrity and honesty. The agents of Signature Properties are among the best in the area and are dedicated to providing both buyers and sellers the best possible experience in all parts of the property transaction process. At Signature Properties Group, Inc, customer service is a top priority and it shows! Find us at SignaturePropertiesGroup.com or call 912.638.9995.
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e thank the members of the Cassina Garden Club for the photos of their gardens and favorite plants and flowers for our Home & Garden feature. Their pictures lend touches of color and beauty to our pages in the same way the club itself has been beautifying the Golden Isles for nearly a century. Founded in 1928, Cassina Garden Club is the oldest garden club in Glynn County, and is still going strong with a current membership of more than 130 women (and those two men!). In 1932 the Glynn County Commissioners granted the club stewardship of the circa 1800s
tabby slave Cabins at Gascoigne Bluff that were once a part of Hamilton Plantation. They were later deeded that property in 1950. Through Cassina efforts, the slave cabins, which represent an important part of this island’s past and the legacy of its people, were placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1988. The club recently concluded a fundraising campaign that allowed them to complete the historically correct restoration of the cabins to their original structures. Over the years, Cassina has sponsored many projects including establishing the St. Simons Island Public Library, leading efforts to designate St. Simons Island as a Bird Sanctuary, creating and assist-
ing with the Fort Frederica Herb Garden, as well as establishing and maintaining the Pink Garden at Hospice of the Golden Isles. Their green thumbprints are all over this island and Glynn County! On Saturday, April 27, don your garden hat and some walking shoes to join Cassina Garden Club members at their 13th Annual Tabby and Tillandsia Garden Walk. Attendees are invited to explore the flora, fauna, and other distinctive features of seven beautiful private gardens located on St. Simons (continues)
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The “Cottage on the Green” is tucked among extensive plantings and well-designed gardens with robust native hydrangea, agapanthus, and olive trees complemented by handsome pots overflowing with seasonal color. Expansive views and a pond create the perfect setting for the pool, while the back terrace overlooks a Mediterranean garden with citrus trees and an herb garden. A children’s garden and potting bench show off an ageless passion for nature. “The Family Affair” features a play gym, sandbox, and pool tucked into this beautiful garden with stunning golf course views. A generous terrace provides indoor-outdoor living area for an active young family with the garden maximizing space through the incorporation of both places for play and nooks for reflection and relaxation. Built in 1925, “The Aiken House” on the St. Simons Sound boasts elegant gardens and breathtaking views. A courtyard of ancient oaks
Island at their own pace. Proceeds from this fundraiser, in addition to cookbook sales and the annual Christmas bake sale, will allow Cassina to continue maintaining and preserving the tabby cabins and grounds. Start the day by checking in at the cabins on Gascoigne Bluff to make sure you have your map and garden descriptions for the self-guided tour. The gardens on the tour were carefully selected, from beach cottage to bungalow and historic dwelling to dream home, for the way they each distinctively tell the story of the homeowners and their love of nature. Before you embark on 50
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your tour, take some time to stroll around the festive Marketplace on the cabin grounds. Cassina Garden Club’s Plant Sale and other local vendors and artisans will have offerings for gardeners and nature lovers. There will also be a food truck on site for lunch and snacks. You can also take docent-guided tours of the recently restored cabins and gardens. Dr. Cindy Jacobs, a UGA Master Gardener, provided dazzling descriptions of the gardens so you’ll know what to expect on the tour. Here, we’ve summarized her words to give you a glimpse of the highlights from each stop:
and decades-old camellias offers benches for quiet respite, while paths lead to an expansive veranda by the sprawling lawn and magnificent terra cotta pots of seasonal color that have adorned the patio for nearly a century. (continues)
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Member since 2013 My favorite flower is hydrangea. This was also my mother’s favorite, so when I see them it brings back memories of her. Gardening puts me in my happy place. I have always enjoyed working in my garden no matter where I have lived. I get a wonderful feeling on seeing what I have planted in my garden and watching it grow.
P RO U D S PO N S O R O F T H E 11th ANNUAL CASSINA GARDEN CLUB’S TABBY & TILLANDSIA
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Find it all this Spring! Bedding Plants, Shrubs and Trees. Houseplants, Soils, Pots and Fountains. Spring Flowers and More.
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“The Village Bungalow” is a charming spot that beckons guests with a tranquil garden and seating area watched over by an island “tree spirit.” Whimsical birdhouses, a delightful potting shed, and an abundant herb garden are additional highlights of this garden and home that provided the backdrop for the film Christmas on the Coast. If you’re looking for a secluded oasis, “Curacao” is it! This gracious and sophisticated resortstyle retreat has a garden that encompasses an outdoor kitchen and screened lanai, surrounding a lush and inviting pool. Visible from every room, the walled design provides privacy and a backdrop of seasonal color. Sounds of rustling palms and rippling water lend to the idea of escape.
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n conjunction with this year’s Garden Walk, there is also a special VIP
experience being offered Friday, April 26, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy Wine and Cheese at The Dodge, the former home of New York Times bestselling author Eugenia Price and Joyce Blackburn, if tickets are still available at time of print. Built in 1967, The Dodge, as it was
“The Dream House” is just that – the 2017 HGTV Dream Home. From the lushly landscaped front entrance to the lakefront lanai, this home was designed for outdoor living. A variety of poolside hardscapes provide for generous seating, whether relaxing by the pool, lake, or firepit. Colorful pots of blooms and multiple levels of native plantings create “outdoor rooms” for cooking, dining, or taking in the expansive lakeside views. Located literally steps away from the beach, “The Beach House” showcases an enjoyable and whimsical compact garden that provides the owners with seasonal color and has been planted with the harsh salt-climate in mind. Here, visitors lamenting their lack of a green thumb can find inspiration and hope in seeing a variety of numerous heat/ drought tolerant plants that can enhance any garden or landscape.
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affectionately named by original owners/ builders Eugenia Price and Joyce Blackburn, rests on a 4.5-acre secluded property located near historic Christ Church. Its construction was chronicled in Eugenia’s “St. Simons Memoirs.” The home, where Eugenia found inspiration for her books that sold more than 50 million copies during her career, is nestled among centuries-old oaks on a peninsula of land that offers stunning views of the majestic estuaries and salt marshes of Glynn from every room. Renovated in 2012 by the current owners, the home has been lovingly preserved to maintain the 125 yearold brick floors that were salvaged from the historic Savannah Desoto Hotel, along with beautiful woodwork rarely found in today’s homes, extensive outdoor gardens and landscaping that includes a 5,000 square foot hobby garden, herb garden, koi pond, and infinity-edge pool. Visitors to The Dodge will tour the 6,000+ square foot home, including the study where Eugenia penned books from the St. Simons
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These seven private gardens will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on tour day. Please make time to visit as many as you can and to enjoy the Marketplace at the tabby cabins. Tickets for the Garden Walk are $30 in advance or $35 the day of the event and are available at cassinagardenclub.org.
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njoy watching the most exciting two minutes in sports with your friends in the spectacular setting of Sea Island’s Retreat Clubhouse at Frederica Academy’s 18th annual Derby Day. Saturday, May 4 marks one of the most highly anticipated spring events in the Golden Isles, and if you’ve ever attended, you know why this is a party not to be missed! This
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year’s Co-Chairs, Jenny and Paul Thompson and Elizabeth and Zach Powell are hard at work with school staff, students, and volunteers to pull off another amazing event. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. and you’re in for a real treat! For those of you who haven’t joined this annual celebration of the Run for the Roses, we encourage you to get your tickets and thought we’d provide you with some “insider” tips.
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Ladies, start planning your attire now. Whether to match the hat to the dress or the dress to the hat? Should it adorn a fancy updo or simply top a sleek ponytail? From snazzy spectators to fabulous fascinators, you’ll want your chapeau to shine! The Derby Day hat parade is no joke, and there are some fierce competitors just waiting to show their stuff! And, gents, don’t think you’re exempt. Get spiffy in your seersucker or sport some equestrian inspired flair. Part of what makes this evening fun is seeing how traditional Derby Day fashion is brought to life in the Golden Isles. Come hungry, because you’ll be treated to a wide array of delicious Southern fare prepared by the Sea Island chefs ranging from sliders to a shrimp and grits bar to decadent desserts. The mint juleps will be flowing, and there’s a well-stocked xbar with the requisite fine bourbon called for by the occasion as well as many other choices to slake your thirst. Drop by the betting window and choose the horse and jockey you think will be strutting their silks in the winner’s circle. While the pièce de résistance is the simulcast of
the running of the 145th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, the fun doesn’t stop there! Beloved local party band Mason Waters and the Groove Allstars will set the tone when you arrive and will get you on the dance floor after the race and auction are concluded. When the last strains of the music fade away, you’ll be left wondering where the time went and won’t want the night to end. Take your time to walk around and see all of the silent auction offerings. There are always wonderful creations from students and class projects, as well as art, jewelry, and so many other treasures. There really is something for everyone – from sports fans to music and movie buffs to food and wine connoisseurs – and ample opportunities to bid. Also, don’t miss your chance to win a Yamaha Golf Cart from XL Carts by purchasing your raffle tickets (1 for $50 or 5 for $200). Following the race, the exciting live auction takes place. Past year’s auction items have included amazing vacation packages, concert experiences, and even furry companions! The bidding is lively and everyone always has a fun time,
whether or not they walk away with their coveted items. The real winners here are the students of Frederica Academy, because funding from Derby Day proceeds is critical to the success of the school and its ability to provide an outstanding college-preparatory education to its students. Tickets for Derby Day are $125 per person and include all food and beverages. The generous support you provide by becoming a Derby Day sponsor, attending the event, purchasing raffle tickets, and bidding on a wide array of silent and live auction items helps the school to continue serving students as the premier independent school between Jacksonville and Savannah. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit fredericaacademy.org/ support-fa/derby-day, or contact Brad Hutcherson at bradhutcherson@fredericaacademy. org. Not only is this an excellent opportunity for our community to support Frederica Academy while having fun with friends, it’s a wonderful way for new residents and families to be introduced to Frederica Academy and our local community.
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NEW INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM OPENS Lindsey Spearman recently launched her own interior design company, L. Spearman, located on St. Simons Island. After graduating from Auburn University’s top ranked interior design program, Lindsey trained under some of the top interior designers in St. Simons, Austin and Atlanta. Lindsey’s love for the cities she once lived in and her new coastal home merge together to influence her design style. She believes each space should be inviting and exude each person’s unique and individual style, no matter the size. Interiors are meant to be lived in and enjoyed which is why Lindsey values comfort and function without sacrificing beauty. You can reach Lindsey at 404.840.9211. lspearman.com
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The Lodge at Sea Island, The Georgian Room restaurant, and The Spa at Sea Island have once again earned Five-Star designations in the annual list of Star Award-winning hospitality establishments worldwide. Scott Steilen, President and CEO of Sea Island Company said of the Five-Star ratings, “Achieving them once again is an honor, and testament to our team’s dedication to providing genuine Southern hospitality to our guests and members.” Forbes Travel Guide has been publishing the Star Rating Awards for over 60 years, recognizing the world’s finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service. seaisland.com
PERRY COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate is pleased to announce that Ronnie Perry, an industry veteran with over 40 years of experience, has joined the professionals at their Brunswick office location. Ronnie Perry retired from real estate in 2016 after a successful career that spanned decades. He has once again joined the real estate world to continue doing what he loves: working with people. “I am so honored and so thrilled to
welcome Ronnie Perry to our real estate team, “said Pat Cooper, President and Broker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate. “Ronnie has been a dear friend and colleague for several years, and it is wonderful to have him with us at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate. BHHSHodnettCooper.com.
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BUSINESS BUZZ CLARK NAMED STORE MANAGER AT XL CARTS XL Carts welcomes Devin Clark to the team! Devin has been selling and servicing golf carts locally for the past 14 years and is eager to return to his roots. “When the family business was sold a few years back, I took a little break and ventured into electronics, but I just missed golf carts and my customers so much. I was thrilled to get the call from XL Carts. I’m just so happy to be back doing what I know and love.” For nine years, XL Carts has been servicing North Florida and South Georgia as Authorized Dealers for leading brands including Yamaha, EZ-GO and Cushman. Their full-service flagship store is located in Fernandina Beach. Stop by the showroom at 217 Longview Plaza. Tuesday-Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or call 912.809.6464. After-hours appointments too! CURRENT STYLES FOR COASTAL LIVING Saltwater has opened in the historic Moss House at 3405 Frederica Road. Featuring coastal inspired clothing, jewelry, home decor, and gifts, Saltwater has what you need to capture that island feeling. They are the local authorized dealer for POLY WOOD® Outdoor, an industry pioneer in recycled plastic lumber manufacturing. Check out their outdoor WEST NAMED AGENT FOR LAKE COTTAGES Linton “Bubba” West III, Associate Broker with Sea Island Properties has been selected as the exclusive listing agent for the new Sea Island Lake Cottages (Phase V) by Mesa Capital Partners of Atlanta. This newly designed master
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BUILDER ATTENDS SOUTHERN LIVING HOME SUMMIT Bert and Gail Flexer are pictured with Erin Napier, of the popular HGTV series “Home Grown,” one of many celebrities and experts in the building industry featured at the Southern Living Home Summit in Savannah. A select group of builders and interior designers from across the nation were invited to hear about and view the latest trends in home design, architecture, and building from leaders in the industry. Founded by Bert Flexer, Georgia Coast Design & Construction has received numerous awards from the Golden Isles Home Builders Association including the top award for Architectural Design, Interior Architectural Design,
Outstanding Curb Appeal and Best Overall in houses ranging in price from $600,000 to more than $1 million. For more about the event, visit georgiacoastconstruction.com or see their Instagram and Facebook.
CLASSIC. POLISHED. COMFORTABLE. These descriptions are synonymous with Allie Harper, a luxury women’s boutique originating in Blue Ridge, GA., and now open at 50
Aviator Plaza, Ste 104 on St. Simons Island. They carry luxury brands that include Jude Connally, Yoga Jeans, Julie Vos, John Medeiros, Vilagallo, French Kande. They look forward to assisting you with your fashion needs and strive to provide superior customer service in a very welcoming atmosphere. “My goal is for every woman to feel beautiful,” says owner Paige King. “Every look that I choose is specific to the client, and it will be classic, polished, and comfortable. From the mountains to the coast, you can visit us for the complete Allie Harper experience.” 912.215.2122. shopallieharper.com.
BRUNCH AT THE TRUCK Brunch fare may not be something you’d expect from a BBQ truck, but with Southern Soul Barbecue’s Chef Mary & Precious Angel at the helm, creative cuisine and flavorful menus are no surprise. With special guests adding their own twist every Saturday, it’s a veritable who’s who of Southern culinary craftsmanship at SSBBQ! Brandon Carter from Farm Bluffton; Brandon Chonko from Grassroots Farms; Chef Tim Lensch from Georgia Sea Grill, and Chef Tia from Sista’s Kitchen have April covered. May’s first Saturday guest has yet to be announced,
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HUNTER MACLEAN WELCOMES JORDAN Randall A. Jordan has joined HunterMaclean, a leading business law firm with offices in Brunswick and Savannah, as a partner in the Litigation Group. Randy’s practice focuses on business litigation pertaining to transportation and logistics. With over thirty years’ experience as a trial attorney, Randy has tried well over one hundred jury cases in state and federal courts throughout the U.S. and defended some of the country’s largest railroads in a wide array of
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PAULK BECOMES PARTNER AT SCHELL & HOGAN, LLP The Certified Public Accounting firm of Schell & Hogan, LLP announces Dustin Paulk as the firm’s newest partner. Dustin received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Valdosta State University. He has practiced in the Golden Isles since 2006 in various aspects of accounting, audit, tax compliance, and consulting services. Dustin primarily provides tax preparation and planning services for individuals, privately owned businesses, and closely-held corporations. He is active in the community, having served financial roles in numerous local volunteer organizations. Dustin is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Schell & Hogan has been serving Brunswick, St. Simons Island, and surrounding areas since 1967, offering comprehensive tax and accounting services to individual and corporate clients. 101 Plantation Chase, St. Simons Island, 912.638.9031. schellhogan.com.
MOSLEY TO HEAD MARKETING AT CHAMBER The Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce welcomes Lindsay Mosley as the Marketing, Communications and Events Director. Lindsay grew up in Alabama and following her graduation from Auburn University, she spent 15 years in advertising in both the telecom and healthcare industries, where she gained insightful experience, communication skills, and social media knowledge. Along with her daily responsibilities, Lindsay will be planning and managing annual events, including the Business Expo, the
Chamber Golf Tournament, and the Chamber Experience. Lindsay has been a resident of St. Simons Island for two years and loves the Golden Isles. brunswickgoldenisleschamber.com.
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PARIS IN THE SPRINGTIME Ooh la, la! This year’s CASA Glynn Luncheon & Fashion Show will be channeling “April in Paris.” On Thursday, April 18, be transported to the chic boutiques on the Champs-Elysées from your seat by the runway in The Cloister Ballroom. You’ll see lovely ladies and gentlemen from the community showing off the latest fashion from local retailers while you enjoy a delightful lunch prepared by the Sea Island chefs. If you haven’t received an invitation and would like to attend, contact Alisha Seymour at accseymour@gmail.com. All proceeds from the event and raffle ticket sales benefit the child advocacy programs and services provided by CASA Glynn. GREENS & STRINGS FORE A CURE The ACS Victory Board is taking to the greens instead of the water with the Greens & Strings Fore a Cure Golf Tournament and Band Party, presented by St. Simons Bank & Trust and TNB Financial Services. On Sunday, April 28, from 3:00-6:00 p.m., enjoy tasty food and even tastier tunes by Coco & His Nillaz at the Band Party at Mellow Mushroom. On Monday, April 29, it’s a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start at Ocean Forest Golf Club. Limited to 18 teams of 4 players, so don’t miss your opportunity to play this gorgeous course. $2500 team entry fee includes all cart and caddie fees, lunch, beverages, a premium swag bag, and each team will receive 2 tickets to the Band Party. Tickets for the Band Party only are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Visit acsvictoryboard.org for tickets and registration. DYNAMIC DUO What show-stopping musical duo has 230,000 followers and 30 million + viewers, and has performed from Seattle to Atlanta to Paris and beyond? The Melodica Men! This innovative and high energy group is coming to The TreeBar at Bennie’s Red Barn on Saturday, May 4. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., performance begins at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservation is $50 per person; Tickets at door are $55. Admission cost includes Bennie’s fried chicken buffet and one glass wine/beer. Cash bar also available. All proceeds 64
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W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G SILVER ANNIVERSARY Don’t miss the 25th Annual Chamber Experience on Wednesday, May 8th at Sea Palms Resorts and Conference Center from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. This annual fundraising event features live music, mouth-watering food and beverages, irresistible raffles, and huge live and silent auctions. All proceeds from the Camber Experience go back into programs that support businesses in our community. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. To purchase tickets, call 912.265.0620 or visit brunswickgoldenisleschamber.com. Hope to see you there! The Chamber would like to thank the presenting sponsor, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate and Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals. CONFIDENCE CLOSET AVAILABLE The Junior Women’s Association of the Golden Isles recently installed a Confidence Closet at the Elizabeth F. Correll Teen Center of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Georgia. Members transformed a storage space into a critical resource center that will be stocked with hygiene products that students can access, free of charge as needed. No child in Glynn County should feel ashamed to go to school because they lack access to hygiene and sanitary products. Dona-
MOSAIC OPENS ON JEKYLL Come experience the reimagined Mosaic, the Jekyll Island Museum, on Saturday, April 27th. The grand opening celebration begins at 11:00 a.m. and will feature live entertainment, food trucks, and crafts for kids, while you can explore the rich cultural and natural history of Georgia’s most intriguing barrier island at this new inter-
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IT WAS A PACKED HOUSE AT THE GREENHOUSE SSI TO ENJOY THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT. A masked Nick Palance opened the dinner hour with the signature song from Phantom of the Opera following cocktails and bidding on some amazing silent auction items in the courtyard tent. A live auction and full performance by the talented singer concluded this lovely evening presented by The Symphony Society benefiting the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. 1. Jan Carriker, Clarence and Janet Torrance. 2. Elizabeth Starr, Diane Durand, Margery Rogge. 3. David and Kate Hamer, Linda Wright. 4. Al and Susan Garrett. 5. Susan and Tim Ryles. 6. Monica McGowan, Denise Taylor. 7. Giovani Pacifico, Sonia Grineva. 8. Zena Martin, Bob and Linda Muir. 9. Joann Frick, Rose Marie Dougherty. 10. Pam Davis, Nancy Dorn, Will Ris. 11. Michelle Fox, Fred Freyer. 12. Laura and Greer Brown, Brooke Carter. 13. Bill Parker, Janice Lamattina. 14. Jane and Tom Luckstone. 68
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THE LOCAL CHAPTER OF DUCKS UNLIMITED RECENTLY HELD THEIR ANNUAL DINNER AND FUNDRAISER AT THE GRUBER AVIATION HANGAR. Delicious food and beverages, fantastic auction items, and music by Coco and His Nillaz made for a fun evening celebrating hunting and outdoor sportsmanship. 1. Lynn Woodward, Linda Greene, Kathy Lang. 2. Parker Haray, Heather Hall. 3. Tommy Stroud, Jr, Tommy Bryan. 4. Arien and Allen Phillips. 5. Tomi York, Joe Inman. 6. Michael and Lisa Lamb. 7. Dr. Page Faulk, Jason Haray. 8. Billy and Crystal Akers, Valerie and Shawn Sandow, Chad and Tara Goehring. 9. Patrick Webb, Stuart Buckley, Parker Levin. 10. Marjorie Gruber, Donna Williams, Ren and Sibby Gruber. 11. Ronnie Cooper, Brandy and Josh Bishop. 12. Jerry Lezotte, Jason Tate. 13. Madison Aldrich, Ethan Lamb, Ryan Burchett. 14. Kristi and Ron Harrison. 72
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IT WAS A WHIRLWIND OF WHITES AT THE CLOISTER FOR THE WINE WOMEN AND SHOES FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT HOSPICE OF THE GOLDEN ISLES. This year’s White Party was a smashing success with lots of shopping, a yummy lunch, and a fabulous fashion show featuring the latest in spring and summer styles from local retailers. 1. Maureen Burke, Tricia Smith. 2. Susan Bagwell, Lasse Gammage. 3. Katherine Swafford, Caroline Flexer. 4. Brandi and Kerrie Todd. 5. Micki Carter, Caroline Carter. 6. Jenny London, Tess Stuermer, Gayle Calhoun. 7. Mindy Miller, Gigi Goble, Jennifer Morrow. 8. Alyssa Thomas, Mary Margaret Shiver, Brooke Budd. 9. Susan Fell, Olesya Braun, Phyllis Strange, Dale Potts. 10. Sensational Shoe Guys Don Maxey and Jay Wiggins. 11. Pat Cooper, Mary Hager, Beth Cross. 12. Cayley Bickmore, Natalie Miller, Becky Powell. 13. Gale Galland, Tamara Brock, Paula Galland, Lizzi Galland. 14. Carrie Ligon, Charlotte Nash. 78
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RECENTLY GLYNN VISUAL ARTS HELD AN OPENING RECEPTION FOR A SPECIAL EXHIBIT OF THE THOMPSON COLLECTION. In conjunction with Black History Month, Sea Island residents Larry and Brenda Thompson shared works from their private collection of art by African-American artists curated over the past 40 years. This was truly a special treat. 1. Kevin and Laura Pullen, Dixie Baucom, Pam Roseman. 2. Arriann Moore, Vicky Viall, Brenda Thompson, Deborah Moore. 3. Betty Oliver, Tim Ryles, Libby Ehmann, Motte Thomas. 4. Dwight and Serena Hall. 5. Barbara Browne, Nancy Golderman. 6. Jean Smith, Tom Sweeney. 7. Susan Ryles, Brenda Thompson, Sue Cansler. 8. Nancy Pickren, Diane Knight. 9. Deborah Wright, Jackie Turbidy, David Wright. 10. Paulette Pinckney, Roz Sheppard, Shirley Douglas. 11. Martha Cramer, Katherine Johnson. 12. Mark and Margaret Riggle. 13. Rick and Sue Clements, Trish Rugaber. 14. Abra Lattany Reed, Rita Spalding. 84
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DESPITE A RAINY START, THE 18TH ANNUAL RED HOT CHILI COOKOFF PRESENTED BY THE ROTARY CLUB OF THE GOLDEN ISLES WAS A RESOUNDING SUCCESS! MARSH’S EDGE WAS THE FIRST PLACE WINNER IN THE JUDGES’ PICK CATEGORY WHILE BRUNSWICK CELLULOSE TOOK HOME TOP HONORS IN THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE CATEGORY AND ALSO WON FOR MOST UNIQUE. IT WAS SEASIDE ENRICHMENT CAMP THAT BROUGHT THE BEST HEAT. LET’S DO IT AGAIN NEXT YEAR! 86
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THE ST. SIMONS COTILLION HELD THEIR ANNUAL SPRING MEETING AT SINCLAIR PLANTATION, THE GORGEOUS HOME OF ROBIN LOVE. The ladies enjoyed catching up with each other over hors d’oeuvres at this lovely evening gathering. 1. Cindy Sweat, Anna Stroud. 2. Lloyd Flanders, Ida Walker. 3. Nancy Stoddard, Lucy Thomas. 4. Melanie Barger, Burch Barger. 5. Robin Love, Beth Barrett. 6. Judy Saalfield, Nancy Wood, Peggy Sheffield, Sallie Sasser. 7. Kim Chitty, Deanna Carrillo, Susan Davenport, Beth Barrett, Catherine Wood. 8. Jennifer Wood, Madelynne Risi, Jayne Wolfe. 9. Gayle Disque, Evelyn Murphy, Pagent Meredith. 10. Priscilla Miles, Nancy Pandolfi, Claudia Malone. 11. Faye Carswell, Mary Rentz. 12. Judy Wright, Ann Harrell. 13. Leigh Ann Stroud, Claire Bryan. 14. Terri Burch, Rhonda Hicks, Anne Whelchel. 88
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The City Manager’s Case for Taxes
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Our monthly images on this page are from the vast archives of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The Society’s mission includes the “administration, restoration and maintenance of historic facilities and resources … preserved as a living part of the historical and cultural foundations of our coastal community.” Society facilities include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, and the World War II Home Front Museum at the Historic Coast Guard Station. To learn more about the Society, its diverse programs, and the benefits of Society membership, please call 912.638.4666, or visit coastalgeorgiahistory.org.
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