Elegant Island Living December 2018 by Elegant Island Living Media Group

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Dear Women Everywhere,

ure, the man in your life SAYS he doesn’t want anything, but we all know when it comes to Christmas, no man ever wants another tie. Once they reach a certain age, most men resign themselves to the fact that Christmas presents under the tree, with their name on them, tend to range from nose hair trimmers, to ugly ties, to power tools. To borrow a phrase from Seinfeld, “not that there’s anything wrong with that.” Men aren’t tough to shop for, but that doesn’t mean you can buy us just anything. We’re not picky, but we certainly don’t want the same things women want. Women like thoughtful gifts from the heart (which is why it is dang near IMPOSSIBLE to buy a Christmas gift for a woman) and men just want stuff that’s fun and useful. To help you in your quest for the perfect gift for him this Christmas, I have provided a short list of gifts to avoid:

just leave it in the drawer and forget about it.) Then YOU can use it! 5. Anything from “As Seen On TV” Yes, we’ve already seen it on TV, and guess what? We didn’t buy it.

Now, here is a short list of gifts every guy would LOVE to find under the Christmas tree: 1. A Set of New Tires Well, you could get him the gift certificate for the new tires, since it would be difficult to gift wrap 4 big tires! 2. End of The World Stuff Guys love things like Bungie cords, wire cutters, light bulbs, batteries and, of course the tactical safety flash light.

1. Socks/Underwear He can buy his own

3. A Nice Bottle of Bourbon “I’m tired of receiving

underwear and socks, but he also doesn’t want

good whiskey,” said no man ever.

to try out the new “sexy” tighty-whitey underwear you saw at the Sears close-out sale.

4. Hunting Gear and Lots of It Camo gear, boots, gloves, folding knives … or the Holy Grail

2. Romance Novels A man reading Fifty Shades

of Christmas gifts – the Daisy Model 1938 Red

of Grey is like riding a Vespa. It’s fine, until

Ryder youth BB gun!

someone sees you doing it. 3. Plane Tickets to Visit your Family No

And finally … my personal favorite:

explanation here is needed.

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4. Gift Card to a Store He’ll Never Shop In

The Big Lebowski The Dude Talking Figure

Unless it’s a store YOU like, (and you know he’ll

by FunKo!

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ON THE COVER: We captured Santa in the act and are sharing that special moment as our Christmas card to you. Wishing you all the magic of this holiday season! Cover photography by Monica Rojas, Crowned Portraits Boutique Photography.

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28 H O L I DAY

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20 Sparkle Twinkle Shine

67 Meet the New President of CCGA

28 St. Nick’s Picks

70 A Woman Making Waves

38 Holiday Happenings 44 From Saint to Santa

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72 Time to Turn the Page EVENTS

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74 Business Buzz 76 What’s Happening

ARTS

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56 Chateau Days

97 Real Estate

64 The Art of Fashion

130 SSI Archives

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PHOTOS BY MONICA ROJAS, CROWNED PORTRAITS BOUTIQUE PHOTOGRAPHY

We were lucky enough to spend the day with a very special visitor in his super-secret island workshop to help capture

the magic of Christmas. Beautiful ladies dressed in festive fashion helped to deck the halls and wide-eyed children in darling holiday attire enjoyed a private audience with our favorite jolly old soul. Stories and jokes were told, cookies and wishes were shared, and the enchantment of the Yuletide season filled the air. (continues)

You know Dasher and Dancer, but we think Dashing and Dapper are more appropriate words to describe Ellis and Thomas Strange sporting classic boys’ plaid and polo shirts and green pants from The Bailey Boys while Santa shows them what it takes to be his elves.

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Resplendent in glittering jewelry and gold cocktail dresses by Elena from Evelyne Talman, Donna Davis and Suzanne Tilghman shine even brighter than the lights on the Christmas tree. 22

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With her beautiful smile and charming red tutu and ballerina ensemble from Cutie Patooties, Mae Mae Miller is as precious as any dancer to grace the Nutcracker stage as she shares her Christmas wishes with Santa.

Bradford Hall listens closely to Santa’s inside tips on how to make sure he stays on the “nice” list. If style is part of the equation, this dress shirt and Black Watch plaid pants from The Bailey Boys should move him straight to the top!

His eyes how they twinkled! His dimples: how merry!” Molly and Marin Shell, dressed in holiday frocks from The Bailey Boys, are the very picture of storybook perfection for the night before Christmas.

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This was truly a magical photoshoot and we couldn’t wait to share it with our readers.We think the photos would make even the Grinch smile. We have to thank our wonderful models, the parents and the grandparents who brought their youngsters for sharing their time with us! Galin Hall even joined son Bradford by donning a cozy vest and plaid button-down from Gentlemen’s Outfitters to help break the ice with Santa and make us feel the Christmas spirit despite it being a very warm October day!

We have great advertisers who provided us with everything we needed to create these holiday looks. We love the little details like the satin ruffle for the ballerina’s skirt on Mae Mae’s top and the stars that adorn her tutu in this adorable ensemble. And doesn’t the beautiful sequined dress on page 19 make Molly look like a perfect angel? These pieces and the nightgown on the cover are available at Cutie Patooties. St. Simons Drug Co. let us use this pink flamingo and sand dollar ornaments for the Christmas tree. They have a huge variety of holiday décor in stock now to make your season bright.

Tasteful Temptations kept us fueled for the shoot with a mouthwatering brunch spread and baked our cookies for Santa that were delightfully decorated and delicious! Indigo & Cotton provided the stylish Arte Italia holiday platter, pitcher, and mug.

Thanks to Monica Rojas of Crowned Portraits for bringing the Santa Experience on SSI to life in sparkling form for us. To set designer Jana Vinson for helping create the ideal space for Santa’s island workshop. And last, but not least, to Santa himself for simply being Santa,. If you’d like a visit from Mr. Claus before his busiest days of the year, contact George McManus at 912.638.6962 for assistance with booking.

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It looks like we made Santa’s “Nice” list this year! We hope you did too because he’s got some gift ideas from local retailers that would be welcome under any Christmas tree. Take a cue from Santa and shop local this holiday. That’s a gift that truly keeps giving to our community.

NAUTICAL AND NICE Look no further than the Lighthouse Museum Store for unique gifts for all ages. A schooner and scrimshaw box, telescope, and historical face compass would thrill the coastal enthusiast in your life. The Museum Store has a wide array of distinctive gifts from which to choose. 610 Beachview Drive, 912.634.7099. coastalgeorgiahistory.org

GEORGIA ON HIS MIND Santa Claus is coming to town carrying a basket full of Georgia peaches. This and other Christopher Radko collection ornaments are available at Indigo & Cotton, 600 Sea Island Rd., 912.634.8884. indigossi.com

MERRY MEOW Named for its fuzzy outer and furry Sherpa inner, the original Fuzzy Babba® Kritter Knitter Slipper Socks were created as a fun, affordable alternative to stiff and boring hard-soled slippers. These slipper socks are a sweet dream come true with their cloud-like and pillow soft with unmatched huggable comfort. Available at Meo’s Suite, 311 Mallery St., 912.634.8989

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FESTIVE FRAGRANCES An ideal Christmas or hostess gift, Trapp Candles are “a bottle of perfume in every candle” in 12 enchanting scents. Each candle is packaged in its own unique gift box and ready for Santa’s sleigh. B&B Design and Consign, 2483 Demere Rd., 912.268.4940. bandbdesignconsign.com EMBRACE THE ZEN BuDhaGirl Serenity Prayer Bangles should be on every women’s Christmas list! They’re weightless, soundless, waterproof, TSA proof and sealed with an exclusive BuDhaGirl Serenity Prayer bead. Their unique, nonmetal material allows you to go from the pool to the office, and through the airport without having to take them off. Cloister Collection, 600 Sea Island Rd.,912.634.8084.

INDULGE WINTER TRESSES At J. Kris Salon, they pamper their clients’ color-treated hair with Pureology, a brand that leads the way in creating products made with purity and good health in mind. Signature aromatherapy fragrances give every customer an indulgent experience while protecting their hair color. 2601 Demere Rd., 912.268.2780. @jkrisandcosalon 30

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MOMMA’S GOT A BRAND NEW BAG The Ice Bucket Bag from Neely and Chloe blends classic patent leather with a modern shape. Add a pair of earrings from Elyssa Bass Designs and you’re all set for Christmas. Shackelford Shoes is located at 28 Market Street, #122, 912.634.0924. shackelfordshoes.com

MYSTICAL & MAGICAL Chinese guardian lions or Imperial guardian lions from the West, called “Foo Dogs,” are a common representation of the lion in Imperial China. These beautiful ceramic figures with white wax finish are 16” tall and can be found at Madelyn’s on Frederica, 206 Redfern Village, 912.638.6100

GIFT OF BEAUTY Love your look for the holidays with BellaMichelle Skincare. Specializing in non-surgical skin restoration for women who desire to look, feel and be their best now and throughout life’s journey. With BellaMichelle, you’ll glow with the spirit of the season. BellaMichelle Skincare, 276 Redfern (upstairs), 912.223.4741. lovebellamichelle.com

SANTA BRING THESE BOOTS Be fabulous at fabulous prices in clothing designed to be fun, fashionable, and affordable. You’ll find trendy designs for Mom and Me, with almost everything under $25. Jilly Bug’s Boutique, 650 Scranton Rd., Brunswick, jillybugsboutique.com

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COASTAL CASUAL & CAJUN Blackwater Grill serves as a hub for both Cajun and Low Country favorites such as jambalaya, gumbo, peel & eat shrimp, steaks, chicken, and seafood. For a real treat, pick up their Feast in a Pot Low Country Boil to cook up at home or at a special event. 260 Redfern Village, 912.634.6333. blackwatergrill.com

HOLIDAY GETAWAY FASHION Give the gift of Tibi designer apparel from their Resort 2019 Collection. Tibi Outlet, 28 Market Street, # 120, 912.638.1221.tibi.com MEMORIES MADE Coastal Kids has holiday wear for children of all ages. The Leigh dress and Jason pant set by The Oaks are ideal for family photos or that special Christmas gathering. These looks and more can be found in-store and online. 548 Ocean Blvd., 912.434.6162. coastalkidsclothingco.com HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS The Return Bracelet, a promise of reunion crafted with exceptional quality and comfort in mind, can be found at the Golden Isles Bracelet Co. It’s a gift you will love to give or receive. Exclusively at the Pier Village Market, 912.638.3636. GIBCoBracelets.com

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GOLDEN TICKET TO RIDE This Electra Townie in rose gold comes with free professional assembly, monthly safety check, lifetime tune-ups, and storage until Christmas Eve. Monkeywrench Bicycles, 1708 Frederica Rd., 912.634.5551, monkeywrenchbicycles.com

BEADED BLING Festive crossbody purses by Mary Frances provide functional fun suitable for any holiday party. The thin chain strap can be converted two different ways or just carry as a clutch. A zipper side pocket and top pocket allow you to stash your cellphone or glasses. A wide variety of designs are available at Evelyne Talman. 3301 Frederica Rd., 912.638.3470.

BASKET OF JOY The holidays are here and Golden Isles Olive Oil can make giving easy. A customized personalized gift basket is special way to show your appreciation for friends, family, and business associates. Shipping available to anywhere in the USA. Golden Isles Olive Oil, 306 Redfern Village, 912.602.9736. goldenislesoliveoil.com

O CHRISTMAS TREE Who needs pine, when this glazed gold leaf palm tree perfectly placed in a home makes such an elegant statement? Give as a Christmas gift to a friend, a member of your family or better yet, get one for yourself. Elizabeth Smith Interiors, 3295 Frederica Rd., 912.638.7025.

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NOSH AWAY THE HOLIDAY When entertaining, cheese & charcuterie boards are always a hit! Whether a company party, afternoon lunch, weekend soirée, or just a gathering with friends, food is always the main attraction and these festive holiday boards elevate the cheese tray to an art form. Golden Isles Olive Oil, 306 Redfern Village, 912.602.9736. goldenislesoliveoil.com

LET’S GO SWURFING A revolutionary new swingboard called the Swurfer is reinventing the backyard swing. Its unique, curved shape allows children to soar through the air with a 60-foot high strength rope. Fun for both younger children looking for a calm swing and older children looking for excitement. Whippersnappers, 600 Sea Island Rd., #9A, 912.638.2056

SWAY, TWIRL & WHIRL The Pilates Loft at Wellness on Main gives the gift of movement with reformer, dance, barre and CoreAlign classes, as well as massages and facials in a fully-equipped and beautifully designed wellness center. 115 Main Street, Plantation Village, 912.230.8314. ssipilatesloft.com

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GIFT OF ADVENTURE Make memories with your loved ones exploring the Golden Isles. SouthEast Adventure Outfitters has been sharing the Golden Isles since 1994. Kayak tours and boat cruises visit the beautiful Marshes of Glynn daily throughout the year. Book online or drop by the shop in the Village. 313 Mallery St., 912.638.6732. southeastadventure.com

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December is filled with holiday events and open houses and we’re sure more will be popping up as we get closer to Christmas. Follow EIL on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and check our website calendar often so you don’t miss a thing! The EIL Elves will be out and about and keeping you informed about these special events all month long.

- Throughout the Holiday Season -

EXPERIENCE REYNOLDS MANSION on

must arrive at the Meridian dock by 8:00 a.m.

for December tours, call 912.635.4036. From

Sapelo Island in all its holiday splendor by

to take the ferry to Sapelo (ferry tickets $15,

December 19-24, the Christmas Bagpiper, Tim

taking a Holiday Brunch tour. $30 ticket

cash or check only). Call 912.485.2299 for

Akins, dressed in full Scottish regalia, plays

includes bus transportation to and from the

reservations.

songs of the season as he walks through the Historic

mansion, a docent guided room by room tour of the mansion decorated for Christmas and

Jekyll Island Skating Village is open daily

District beginning at 4:30

sharing what life was like under each of the

(except for Christmas Day) with the “ice” rink

p.m. each evening. Santa

mansion’s owners. A buffet-style brunch in

in a new riverfront location near the pier at

will be visiting the

the grand dining room includes homemade

364 Riverview Drive through January 6. Cost

Skating Village

buttermilk pancakes, breakfast casserole,

is $5 per person and includes skate rental and

and Skeet House

bacon, sausage, fruit, and beverages. Tuesday

30-minute session. In the Historic District,

periodically for photo

and Thursday bookings include a bus tour of

lights twinkle in the trees and the cottages are

opportunities, so visit

the south end of the island including Nanny

festively attired, so Holidays in History Tours

jekyllisland.com for tour

Goat Beach and Lighthouse. Tours available

and Christmas Twilight Tours of the Millionaire’s

schedules, Skating Village

on December 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22.

Village cottages are a beautiful way to enjoy the

hours, Santa visits, and

Space is limited to 36 visitors per day. Visitors

season. For information about times and days

other daily events.

NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 1 Start the holidays off merry and bright with a Holiday Open House at St. Simons

- Calendar -

Drug Company in Longview Plaza on Friday and Saturday. There will be refreshments, complimentary gift wrapping, letters to Santa, and door prizes from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days. To participate, please bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to the Toys for Tots toy drive. Celebrate the 38th Annual Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Christmas on Friday, November 30, or Saturday, December 1, from 6:009:00 p.m. This magical experience at the state historic site will demonstrate how Christmas was celebrated on an antebellum rice plantation during the 1850s. Free with regular admission. 912.264.7333.

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DECEMBER 1 Do some Christmas shopping at The Chapel Midtown, 114 Harris Farm Road, Brunswick. Their Christmas Holly Days Market will have local vendors with handmade crafts, gifts, beauty products, and more. from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They’re also requesting donations for the canned food drive for Sparrow’s Nest. Lord of Life Lutheran Church’s 10th annual Holiday Market Craft Fair will take place at 2801 Frederica Road from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with more than 30 vendors of quality handmade wares and gift items, plus bake sale, refreshments, and more. Door prizes donated by vendors will be awarded each hour.

Cassina Garden Club’s “Best Bake Sale in the Southeast” will be going on from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Tabby Cabins at Gascoigne Bluff on St. Simons Island. Everyone is welcome – come early for best selection! There will also be tours of the cabins available during those hours. Golden Isles Olive Oil at 306 Redfern Village hosts a Holiday Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. complete with refreshments, tastings, holiday gift shopping, and photo ops with Santa and the Grinch. Please bring new, unwrapped toys for donation to the #endthestigma Toy Drive as they collect for Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Watch college championship football games on the big screens and enjoy some of the island’s finest cuisine at Halyards and Tramici while you shake it up for the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia’s Merry Mixer! Tailgate experience from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and Merry Mixer doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets available at bgcsega.com. Continuing three decades of tradition, the Golden Isles Messiah Chorus will present Handel’s Messiah, Part I at Wesley United Methodist Church, Frederica on St. Simons Island at 3:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Starting at 5:30 p.m. in Howard Coffin Park, more than 100 floats, vehicles, parades, walking groups, and marching bands will make their way down Gloucester Street to Mary Ross Waterfront Park in Historic Brunswick’s annual Christmas Parade. Santa Claus will make his appearance at the end of the parade. DECEMBER 1-2 Glynn Visual Arts’ Mistletoe Market Holiday Festival will be held in Postell Park in the Village on Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. This fine art and gift market includes more than 60 accomplished artists and artisan vendors. There will be a Kid’s Creation Station with free holiday themed craft activities, food vendors, live music,

and possibly a visit from Santa too! glynnvisualarts.org. DECEMBER 2 Golden Isles Ballet Company will present, in collaboration with Hilton Head Dance Theatre, the timeless holiday tale of The Nutcracker. Performances will take place in the Brunswick High School Auditorium at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at goldenislesballet. org or at The Ritz Theater in Downtown Brunswick or Uncle Don’s Market on St. Simons Island. DECEMBER 4 & 11 Holiday High Tea at the Jekyll Island Club Resort is a special opportunity to enjoy a selection of teas, tea sandwiches, soup, warm scones and holiday sweets while listening to the sounds of the season! 3:00 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance more than 24 hours before the event. 855.535.9547. DECEMBER 4 Bring your yoga mat and join the OMCORE team at The Greenhouse from 6:00-10:00 p.m. for Yuletide Yogajam 2018. Patricia will lead a 75-minute, all levels, yoga session set to fun and festive live music by Owen Plant. Healthy eats from Crabdaddy’s Seafood Grill and celebratory libations will follow. Yoga session, entertainment, food, and your first beverage are all included in the $50 ticket price, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Glynn Community Crisis Center. Sign up for this one-of-kind holiday celebration at omcoreyoga.com. DECEMBER 6 Santa Paws will be at the St. Simons Casino Building from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for photo ops with fur babies, so bring your camera. There’s no charge, but please bring a toy or food donation for the animals at Glynn County Animal Control. Lights of Love, a program with music and luminary lighting follows a 5:00 p.m. Service of Remembrance at Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway. 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. Operation Bed Spread’s Holiday BEDlam will take place at Mullet Bay on St. Simons

Island from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Join them for a fun evening with food, Happy Hour drink prices, and live music by Backbeat Boulevard. $25 donation at the door includes entry into raffle for prizes. DECEMBER 7 December’s First Friday in Historic Downtown Brunswick is bound to be a festive occasion with stores getting ready for Christmas. Drop in to check out holiday sales and specials or to relax with some Yuletide cheer at one of the participating restaurants or bars. It’s Santa Cinema at the St. Simons Island Casino Theater. Santa will be there to visit with the kids and pose for photos. They can sip cocoa and have cookies while coloring or writing a letter to Santa. Christmas classic Mickey’s Christmas Carol will be shown every half hour between 6:00-8:00 p.m. $3 per person (cash only). The Cloister will come alive with holiday sounds for Golden Isles Live’s annual Christmas concert on Sea Island. This year, the performers are Vox Fortura, the newest Classical Crossover group from the U.K. Concert takes place at 8:00 p.m. in the beautiful setting of The Cloister. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at goldenisleslive.org. DECEMBER 8 CASA Jingle All the Way 5K and Fun Run takes place bright and early in the morning on Jekyll Island. Proceeds from this holidaythemed run with awards for top finishers, team spirit, best costume and more, benefit CASA Glynn and CASA Camden and the services provided by their volunteers who support the children in foster care in SE Georgia. Register at active.com. (continues)

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All Lamps are CUSTOM made and not to be found anywhere except HERE! 100 Sylvan Drive Suite 150 St. Simons Island

(912) 638-8344 Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Lamp Repairs and Custom Lamp Design

lampandshadecollection.com

A Quaint Beach Neighborhood Grocery Store

GRAB A SCOOP OF ICE CREAM ON THE GO!

Happy Holidays! FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS

THE PERFECT STOP FOR: Coffee & Soft Drinks • Bagels & Sandwiches

Fresh Produce • Health & Beauty Items • Beach Gear • Gifts Local Made Products & Art • Dippin’ Dots • Boiled Peanuts & So Much More

1226 Ocean Blvd. (Across from Crab Trap and Crabdaddy’s) 912.268.2818

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DECEMBER 15 The American Cancer Society Victory Board invites kids to come out to GTC Island Cinemas in their favorite pajamas for Merry Movies. Movies begin at 9:45 a.m. after pictures with Santa at 9:00 a.m. Choose Mickey’s Christmas Carol (26 min.) or The Polar Express (1h 40 min.). $10. acsvictoryboard.org.

(December 8 continued) Come downtown to do some shopping. The Brunswick Christmas Bazaar will be held in the squares along Newcastle Street from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mary Ross Park will host a Holiday Market from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m., so drop by to see what stocking stuffers and other treasures the vendors have to offer.

The squares of Downtown Brunswick will come alive with music and activities for kids from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be games, make & take crafts in the Newcastle Street squares, Michael Hulett and other performers at Jekyll Square West, and Santa dropping by Jekyll Square East periodically throughout the day.

There’s a Teddy Bear Tea at ECHO at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Children (accompanied by an adult) are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal friend to enjoy a holiday tea, cookie decorating, and a visit with Santa. $30 for children 3-11 years-old, $18 for adults. Children under 3 yearsold are free. 912.268.5967.

Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy a Grinchthemed Lunch with Santa complete with Roast Beast at noon in the Grand Dining Room at the Jekyll Island Club Resort. The kids can share their wish list with Santa and photographers will be there to capture the moment. 855.535.9547.

Caring Transitions is hosting a Holiday Market at Thrive at Frederica on St. Simons Island from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Nibble on hors d’oeuvres as you shop a collection of fine arts and crafts from local artisans. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season as you stroll through 15 or more beautifully decorated Christmas trees located throughout the senior living community. Celebrate General James Oglethorpe’s birthday and enjoy an immersive history experience, as well as good cheer, holiday music, and refreshments at a Holiday Open House at Fort Frederica National Monument from 2:00-5:00 p.m. A Colonial Christmas at Fort King George features a traditional Yuletide dinner in the soldiers’ barracks at the fort in Darien from 7:00-8:30 p.m. $40. Reservations required. 912.437.4770. DECEMBER 8-9; 13-16 Former Brunswick mayor Bryan Thompson will return to the stage to bring Ebenezer Scrooge to life in the Golden Isles Arts & Humanities production of A Christmas Carol. Dickens’ immortal tale of the mean old miser and his magical night discovering the true meaning of Christmas will be presented at The Historic Ritz Theatre in downtown Brunswick at 8:00 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday nights and 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets available at goldenislesarts.org. DECEMBER 11 The Jekyll Island Arts Association Choir presents a Holiday Concert with your favorite seasonal sing-along tunes from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. Event is free and open to the public. DECEMBER 12 A Jekyll Island Club Resort Chef will walk you through each step to prepare a masterful main course and dessert perfect for holiday entertaining at the Holiday Chef Demo at the Morgan Center from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Generous tastings and a glass of wine are included in the $40 fee. 855.535.9547. DECEMBER 13-24 Join the Fendig family on Lighthouse Trolleys for their Christmas Tour of Lights celebrating our community and the sights and sounds of Christmas. The 90-minute tour includes Christmas carol sing-alongs, photo opportunities, and a surprise stop with Santa Claus. Two tours depart nightly. Reservations are required, and private bookings are also accepted; visit lighthousetrolleys.com.

Deck your carts with boughs of holly! The Holly Jolly Jekyll Parade will make its way down Captain Wylly Road, south on Beachview Drive and toward Beach Village from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Walkup registration begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Jekyll Island Golf Course parking lot and there are prizes! Guests are invited meet in Beach Village after the parade to see the participants, compete in holiday trivia and an ugly sweater contest, and bring unwrapped toys for donation to the Georgia State Patrol’s Toys for Tots drive. DECEMBER 15-16 Jill Stanford Dance Center’s annual performance of The Grinch will take place in the Brunswick High School Auditorium on Saturday, December 9 at 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 10 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door or $10 if purchased in advance at jillstanforddancecenter.com. 912.264.8810. (continues)

DECEMBER 14 Enjoy sounds of the season with a free piano concert by brilliant pianist David Masterson and special guests performers at the Jekyll Island Convention Center from 7:00-9:00 p.m. No tickets required and everyone is welcome.

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DECEMBER 16 The Kids Holiday Tea Party and Etiquette Class at Jekyll Island Club Resort with hostess, Christina Godwin allows children of all ages to spend the afternoon sipping on tea and munching on delicious treats, all while learning the ins and outs of proper table etiquette. Santa’s special elves will even make an appearance at the tea party with gifts in hand! 2:00-4:00 p.m. Tickets are for kids only but adults must accompany (and will not be seated with children). 855.535.9547. The Golden Isles Youth Orchestra’s Winter Concert takes place at 4:00 p.m. at Glynn Academy in Brunswick. Enjoy holiday classics performed by our community’s young musicians. Tickets $5 for adults at the door, free admission for children under 13. The Island Players present their annual Holiday Show at the St. Simons Island Casino Theatre at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Admission is free and this seasonal showcase on the stage is always a treat! DECEMBER 19 The Literary Guild of St. Simons Island presents The Man Who Invented Christmas at the St. Simons Casino Theatre. Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer, and Jonathan Pryce star in this story about the magical journey that led Charles Dickens to create Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim, and the other classic characters from A Christmas Carol. The 2018 UK film is rated PG and runs 110 minutes. Free and open to the public, but $3 donation to defray costs is suggested.

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DECEMBER 20-21 It’s not Christmas without some cookie decorating! Spend the afternoon with Jekyll Island Club’s pastry chefs in the Morgan Center December 20 or 21. You’ll receive a dozen cookies to turn into masterpieces with colored icings, sprinkles and more as you enjoy punch and cider. Non-decorators can also attend. 855.535.9547.

DECEMBER 21 The Jekyll Island Club Resort will be the site of an inaugural Community Christmas Party. If you don’t want to plan an office party or friends’ gathering this year, this is the perfect solution. Guests will enjoy a holiday-themed buffet and festive merriment from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for only $35 per person. If you don’t have to get back to the office, stay awhile and stroll through the Historic District and wait for the Christmas Bagpiper to arrive and serenade the setting sun. 855.535.9547. Redfern Village’s Fern Friday promises to be very special this month. Drop by the participating shops to do some last-minute shopping, grab a drink or a bite at one of the restaurants. Look for holiday specials and you never know who you might see … so listen for sleigh bells! 5:00-8:00 p.m. DECEMBER 24 On Christmas Eve, Santa will make his traditional rounds on the vintage fire truck with his entourage of volunteer escorts beginning at the St. Simons Island Casino Building at approximately 5:00 p.m. Children are invited to visit with him there or at his stops at the Shops at Demere, Shops at Frederica Oaks, and First African Baptist Church. Be sure to bring your camera! The EIL Elves will keep you informed of his progress on the route. DECEMBER 25 Enjoy a delicious Christmas Brunch at ECHO at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort on Christmas Day. There’s something for everyone with traditional brunch items like quiche and French toast, cooked-to-order omelets, crab cakes, carved prime rib and ham, and seafood, as well as entrée selections including rack of lamb with roasted date purée and cider-brined pork chops with brandy apples, and sides of green bean casserole, cornbread stuffing, and sweet potato puree. Of course, the chef will also offer a delightful selection of desserts. $69 for adults, $25 for children 6-12. Reservations required; call 912.268.5967.

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hether you think of him as St. Nick or as Santa Claus, that rotund and jolly white-bearded man is the embodiment of the spirit of giving at Christmas. So who exactly is the man in the red suit? It all starts with St. Nicholas. According to historic accounts, Nicholas was born around 280 A.D. in the Greek village of Patara, now located in modern-day Turkey, and was raised by wealthy parents to be a devout Christian. Left a young orphan when they died in an epidemic, Nicholas gave away his entire inheritance, became a monk, and traveled the countryside helping those who were sick and in need. Much admired for his piety and acts of charity and kindness, St. Nicholas became Bishop of Myra, and was the subject of many legends over the decades. He was widely known as a protector of children and sailors until his death on December 6, 343 A.D. To this day St Nicholas continues to be venerated by Catholics 44

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and Orthodox and honored by Protestants as a model of compassionate life. By the Renaissance, St. Nicholas was the most popular saint in Europe. St. Nicholas’ feast day, celebrated on the anniversary of his death, kept alive the stories of his goodness and generosity. In much of Europe, December 6th is still the main day for giftgiving. But in Belgium, instead of a reindeer and sleigh for transportation, St. Nicholas arrives via steamship from Spain to ride a white horse to deliver gifts. In the Netherlands, St. Nicholas is celebrated the evening before the feast day by sharing candies, initial letters made of chocolate, small gifts, and riddles. Carrots and hay are placed in Dutch children’s shoes for St. Nicholas’ horse in hopes that they’ll be exchanged for small gifts. When the first Europeans arrived in the New World, they brought their love of St. Nicholas with them. On December 6, 1942, Columbus named a Haitian port for St. Nicholas. Closer to home, the Spaniards first established Jacksonville

as St. Nicholas Ferry. Since the Protestant Reform tried to stamp out the importance of saints, the first colonists, who were primarily Puritans, did not commemorate or celebrate St. Nicholas. After the American Revolution, however, New Yorkers proudly resurrected the nearly-forgotten Dutch roots of their colony. (continues)

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At the New York Historical Society’s annual meeting in 1804, member John Pintard distributed woodcuts of St. Nicholas which featured stockings filled with toys and fruit hung over a fireplace in the background of the image. It is the Dutch nickname “Sinter Klaas,” short for Sint Nikolaas, from which the name “Santa Claus” evolved. In 1809, Washington Irving contributed to the popularity of Sinter Klaas stories when he referred to St. Nicholas as the patron saint of New York in his book, The History of New York. As the popularity of Sinter Klaas grew, the attire of this “rascal” ranged from descriptions of a red hooded cloak, to a blue three-cornered hat, red waistcoat, and yellow stockings, to a broad-brimmed hat and a “huge pair of Flemish trunk hose.” However, in the church, Christmas had been eliminated as a holy season. December 25 was

regarded as a day for normal business, without any religious significance. Christmas in the early 19th century was characterized by drunken revelry by mobs celebrating the harvest’s end and leisure time from work. The cultural changes of the times and attempts to “domesticate” the holiday and shift the focus to children and family are captured well by Charles Dickens in A Christmas Carol. It was Episcopal minister Clement Clarke Moore’s well-known 1822 poem An Account of a Visit from St. Nicholas, (or The Night Before Christmas) that can be credited with tying together St. Nicholas with our modern-day idea of Santa Claus and the Christmas holiday. The poem’s widespread popularity spread the image it evoked of this “jolly old elf ” flying from house to house on Christmas Eve in a sleigh pulled by flying reindeer to deliver presents to deserving children. New life was breathed into the holiday as a family gift-giving celebration and stores began to advertise using Santa. The first likeness of our “modern Santa” is a cartoon by Thomas Nast that appeared in Harper’s Weekly in 1881. The cartoon, inspired by Moore’s poem, depicted Santa as a happily rotund white-bearded fellow with a sack full of toys. Nast continued his Santa drawings through 1886, and Santa’s bright red and white fur-trimmed suit, his North Pole workshop and elves, and his wife, Mrs. Claus, can all be attributed to him. In an ironic twist, it was this newfound popularity of Christmas that returned the holi-

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he St. Simons Land Trust has been hosting its annual Oyster Roast since the organization was founded in 2000. This January will mark the 19th year of one of the community’s favorite gatherings on the Georgia Coast. This special night benefiting our island home is made possible by the participation of more than 50 local restaurants and vendors, 17 corporate sponsors, presenting sponsor Parker’s Convenience Stores, and a legion of volunteers. Since this 19th annual event will be held on January 19, in 2019, we’ve come up with – you guessed it – 19 good reasons why you should attend. Of course, for many people the OYSTERS are Reason #1 to come out! Nearly 1,500 lbs. of sweet, fresh, plump, juicy oysters will be roasted over hot coals and tossed out by the hundreds for everyone to enjoy. You know that oysters are delicious, but did you know that they’re also good for you? Rich in B-12 vitamins, these crazy-looking mollusks provide more energy than a shot of caffeine. They boost immune systems, and they increase testosterone and sexual health. So, eat up!

And it’s not just the delicious meat of the oyster that makes them a valuable resource, Reason #2 is OYSTER SHELLS. For generations coastal residents have recycled oyster shells to make tabby, one of the most durable building materials ever created. Made with a combination of burned oyster shells that create lime, the shells are mixed with wood ash, sand, and water. Tabby concrete was used by Spanish explorers who settled the coastal regions of the southeastern United States and was also a major (continues)

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construction material during the plantation era. Most of the ruins from that period, including the former slave quarters at Gascoigne Bluff, are made of tabby. Today, one of the most important uses of discarded oyster shells is the creation of living shorelines, such as the one at Cannon’s Point Preserve. The reused shells, combined with wetland plants, create breeding and feeding grounds for aquatic life such as shrimp, crabs, and shorebirds. Building up the shores of our waterways with recycled oysters shells also helps to reduce erosion and protect coastal areas from flooding and storm damage. This year, all oyster shells will be sent to Honey Creek Episcopal Camp and Retreat Center at Dover Bluff to help reconstruct the bluff that was severely damaged during Hurricane Irma. 50

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Their dock, environmental education building and chapel need protection from further erosion and your oysters will help do just that. No matter how many oysters you eat on January 19, you can rest assured that those rough and knobby oyster shells, after being dried for six months, will be used to help keep our shorelines alive and our salt marshes clean, pure, and protected. THE THREE Bs are Reason #3. That’s Beer,

Barbeque, and Beans. These three things are perfect to accompany the main dish at any oyster roast. When award-winning, world-famous Southern Soul Barbeque provides the Q, you know it’s going to be delicious! And when the brisket is paired with Southern Eagle beer and the baked beans from Porch, you’ve really got something special.

The LOW COUNTRY BOIL provided by Bob Thompson and 1%-for St. Simons partner Creative Printing is Reason #4. Every year, Bob and his friends pull up a motor home at Gascoigne Bluff and fill his seasoned pots with fresh Wild Georgia shrimp, sausage, potatoes, and corn, to make the best Low Country Boil on the coast. What a feast! “THE RULE OF R” is a good Reason #5.

Oysters, it is said, should only be eaten during the months that have an “R” in the name: SeptembeR through ApRil. But the very best month for oyster roasting is in JanuaRy, when the weather is cool, briny breezes blow off the marsh and Frederica River, and oysters are at their peak. Don’t forget the date: JanuaRy 19! You probably think that the Oyster Roast is only about having a good time. But there’s also

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an adult education component to the evening. Reason #6 for attending is LEARNING how to properly shuck an oyster without slicing your hand. Oyster Roast veterans are happy to share their shucking skills (and maybe an oyster or two) with you.

Okay, it’s not just about the food, right? There’s also MUSIC AND DANCING. That’s Reason

We all love to ACT A LITTLE CHILDISH sometimes. This opportunity is our Reason #7! As an adult, where else is it acceptable to wear a bib amongst your friends? At the Oyster Roast, a bib is not only accepted, it may be required!

Reason #10 is that it’s THE 19TH YEAR! The first Oyster Roast in 2000 was intended as a Land Trust celebration for 20 people, and the event at Village Creek Landing drew a crowd of nearly 100. One of the organization’s founders, Frances McCrary, spent much of the night running out to buy more food. Every year since, the event has grown, and grown, with more than 1,000 guests attending in January 2018.

The NEARLY 50 OTHER RESTAURANTS and food vendors are Reason #8. Sea Island’s fried chicken, mac and cheese, and chowder. Saint Andre triple cream brie in pastry with sundried tomato jam. From humble to haute cuisine, you can sample it all.

#9. Jamie Renee & The Walkers will keep you entertained with their jazzy, folksy vibe. Strings, drums, piano, sax, and Jamie’s sweet Southern voice are perfect on a bluesy winter night.

Gascoigne Bluff is not just a slip of land tucked up under the northern side of the Torras Causeway on St. Simons Island’s western edge.

There’s HISTORY there along the Frederica River, and that’s Reason #11. As you eat, drink and make merry, you can envision the Native American campground that used to be on the site. Or the Franciscan monastery once called San Buenaventura. The bluff was named for Captain James Gascoigne, a commander of the sloop-of-war, HMS Hawk. It’s almost impossible to think about that bluff without also thinking of Reason #12, its LIVE OAKS. These magnificent, natural works of art contain some of the strongest wood in the world. Timber harvested from 2,000 Gascoigne Bluff live oak trees was used to build the USS Constitution (aka Old Ironsides) and five other US Navy frigates. And then there’s the spectacular sunset over the rivers and Marshes of Glynn. (continues)

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Few sights are more beautiful than Reason #13. Sometimes those SUNSETS are bright red. Other times they’re orange, purple and pink, or blue. Whatever the hue, the setting sun over the Frederica River from the bluff is breathtaking and a reminder that the Golden Isles are a gift. STARRY NIGHT. Not just a well-known Van

Gogh painting, it’s also Reason #14. And even if the stars aren’t out, the Malone Electric twinkly lights hanging from the oaks and mixed among the moss add to the romance of the evening. Romance brings us to Reason #15: DATE NIGHT! You might be calling the sitter, or you might be strolling under the stars with your love of 50 years. No matter your age or how long you’ve been together, there’s no better date night of the year. We’ll provide the food, the

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setting up tables and chairs, to decorating and stringing lights, to selling tickets, directing traffic, shucking oysters, and cleaning up. By the end of the night, you’ll know why “volunteers” is really understating their title.

And WHAT A DEAL! Reason #16 is all about the bang you get for a night on the Bluff. It’s all of the above and more for only $60 (for SSLT Members) or $85 a ticket for nonmembers. And if you REALLY love a deal, but you’re NOT a current member, join the Land Trust by December 15 and take advantage of the NEW Member DISCOUNT of only $50 a ticket. (Special Discount is for $100 memberships or higher and there is a limit of two tickets at this special price with each new membership.) Get your tickets online at sslt.org before they sell out! Everyone loves a hero, and the Oyster Roast has 100 of them for you! Our VOLUNTEERS are Reason #17 and you can easily spot them wearing their red aprons. Most will have been working on the Roast for nearly a year. They do

Sometimes we all have FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Attending the Oyster Roast is a perfect cure and that’s Reason #18. Don’t give in to FOMO on January 19. Join the others who wouldn’t miss one of the best-loved community events on the Georgia Coast. We promised you 19 reasons, but the truth is that we think there are unlimited reasons to attend the Oyster Roast. The last we’ll share and best and most important reason of all is because you love St. Simons Island and you want to help ensure that it’s PRESERVED, PROTECTED, AND CONNECTED FOREVER!

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of the four-week residency at Chateau d’Orquevaux, and they would allow my wife, Judy, to accompany me. Loaded down with paints, brushes and pallet knives, we landed in Paris, rented a tiny, standard shift car, and made our way to the heart of Champagne country. The history of the Chateau d’Orquevaux dates back to the middle 1700s when the original chateau was built. It was replaced in the 1800s by the current building along with two gate houses, stables, a boathouse, and a building for livestock. A picturesque lake fed by a mountain stream and home to several species of ducks and trout runs the length of the property. The owner of Chateau d’Orquevaux, Ziggy Attias, (continues)

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to the studio, we collected fresh eggs from the chickens to make into omelets the following morning.

By mid-afternoon I had earned a break, and we would picnic on the lake near the studio with our basket of French cheeses, salami, and a baguette. Entertainment was provided by the goats of the chateau. We got our exercise chasing them around their “goat house” and taking hundreds of pictures of them as they posed for us on the nearby bolders. Before I returned

The village of Orquevaux is tiny, but, despite its size (about 80 residents), it not only boasts this gorgeous chateau, but a small castle and beautiful cathedral. The narrow lanes wind through pastures dotted with cows, goats, and ponies. Judy and I quickly became friends with the farmers in the area who heaped bounties of zucchini and apples in our arms when we hiked past their gardens. Our conversation with the locals was minimal, mostly “bonjour,” “merci,” or “je ne parle pas français,” but punctuated with lots of hand gestures and big smiles. In the evenings, we would gather at the chateau around the candlelit 18-foot dining room table to enjoy the local wines and the bountiful spread. Maria, our amazing cook, was an artist too, creating edible masterpieces in the form

of quiches, artichokes, roasts, fresh fruit tarts and crème brulée. Artists would discuss the day and share how they built on their creativity and what inspired them. Their passion and excitement were contagious and often carried over to my daily painting sessions. Dinner was usually followed by bonfires, sometimes with singing or storytelling, under a dark starlit sky. One could not help but think of how Van Gogh was inspired by the starry French evenings. As an artist I am always looking to grow in my creative expression, and growth translates to stepping out of your comfort zone. This journey was an opportunity to immerse myself in new experiences, visit Paris galleries to appreciate the unfamiliar, and develop relationships with other artists from around the world. During my adventure I learned of new and exciting types of art that used materials I had never seen before nor even knew existed. The Chateau d’Orquevaux residency provided an undisturbed opportunity to implement new ideas and innovative techniques. The quiet French countryside allowed time for me to focus on art without the clutter of everyday life, robocalls or television to interrupt my thoughts. I plan to exhibit my new paintings in 2019. My work can be seen on St. Simons Island at Wallin Gallery, 3600 Frederica Road, Suite 13, and at Parker Gallery, 600 Sea Island Road.

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he art of sewing is first a respect for the fabric, a love for the materials used in fashioning a garment to be worn, or a drapery to be hung. When shopping for fabric, I was instructed to experience the tactile feel of the material. The coarseness of Shetland wool, the softness of cashmere, the smooth glossiness of silk. Textiles are comprised of various elements of nature, Flax for Linen, Cotton, Silk, Wool and a dizzying combination of those elements. Synthetics either 100% polyimide or in combination with natural fibers is a whole other genus. An art lover will tell you they purchased a painting because “it spoke to them.” In that same way, fabric, whether a Scots wool plaid or an exotic Emilio Pucci silk print, speaks to the artist in a tailor or a seamstress. The artistry of creating a beautiful, well-fitted garment encompasses many disciplines. Consideration of the body type is critical. We’re not just talking body size or weight here. Humans come in many shapes and sizes and those two things dictate the appropriate style, and, in many cases, the appropriate fabric. Any woman of any size can look stylish and beautiful in a well fitted garment suited to her body type and lifestyle. Of course, you must also pay attention to color, line, and cut, the obvious characteristics of elegant timeless styling. Extensive information is exchanged between a client and her dressmaker. A dress is not simply a dress. A ball gown is a dress just as a tennis dress is a dress. Even that declaration is not specific enough. In journalism, to get the full story the writer will cover the questions of Who, What, When, Where and Why. Similarly; designers, dressmakers and

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tailors ask those questions as well as some others. “How are you going to wear this piece of clothing?” “How do you want to feel in this piece?” Some things are specific to an event like a wedding dress or a Senior prom gown. In that case determining “How do you want to feel?” or “What aspect of yourself do you want to exhibit?” is most important. I once asked a client at the final fitting of her party dress, “How do you feel?” What I wanted to know was how the fit felt and whether she was comfortable in the dress. Her answer surprised me, she said “I feel beautiful.” Those words have magic in them for both the person wearing the garment and the dressmaker. Our goal as designers, dressmakers, or tailors is not only to make a garment that is beautiful but to make you feel beautiful wearing the garment. Once a dressmaker or designer has ascertained the type of garment required, i.e. a dress, a coat or a pair of slacks, etc., the real work begins. Full body measurements are taken and recorded in a client profile. A dressmaker will ask if a specific color is required or if a client generally has a favorite color or fabric in mind. A client may bring a photograph from a fashion magazine or a download of something from an online “runway” show. These items are helpful in defining the client’s vision. There will be a lot of discussion at this time between the client and the designer/dressmaker to fully realize all the aspects of the finished garment. Part of that discussion will be budget considerations, fabric selection, plus all decorative elements of the design. That is not to say there won’t be changes and refinements to the original work. Experience has taught that is almost always the case.

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At this stage a designer/ dressmaker will make a tissue pattern for the garment, taking account of the clients’ measurements and any special fitting requirements. The preliminary tissue pattern is fitted to the client in a general way to determine the basic shape, length, and whether the pattern approximates the desired style and fit. Any changes to the tissue pattern, such as a less full skirt or a longer sleeve length, will be transferred to a muslin “toile.” For the “toile,” basic pattern pieces are sewn together and draped on the body to judge the fit as well as the overall look of the garment. This is where it’s determined whether the desired style has been achieved and the fit is flattering to the body. If so, we will proceed with cutting the fashion fabric and begin assembly. There will be a least three additional fittings, even for a “simple” dress. More fittings are required for more intricate designs, such as a wedding gown or a tailored suit. Though this may seem like a lengthy process, the results are worthy of the effort. Of special note is time itself. It is an essential “tool” of the dedicated designer/dressmaker of beautiful garments. I am not a slave to fashion as defined by the latest season’s runway parade. I believe that you can be fashionable by adapting trends to suit your body, your budget, your personal sense of style and your lifestyle. All these aspects should be considered when purchasing an item of clothing. After all, it is the beautiful “frame” that surrounds the picture of you. If I can help you bring a design dream of yours to life, please contact me at my studio, Dorothy by Design, by calling 912.576.2939 or by email dotstokes@live.com.

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uring the hot summer months in Starkville, Mississippi, a young Michelle Johnston could be found in her room with a chalkboard and chalk in hand teaching a classroom of imaginary students their ABCs and 123s. “I love the educational process. Although I’m no longer in the classroom, being a part of a community of learners makes me happy,” Johnston said. “It’s my happy place.” Even at a young age, she knew education would play an important role in life, but her journey to becoming the new president of the College of Coastal Georgia was something she didn’t expect. In May, Johnston was named the sixth president of the college. She previously served as president of the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College in Ohio. Johnston’s career includes 10 years as a faculty member and more than 20 years in administration, with positions at the University of Montevallo, University of Louisiana-Monroe, Mississippi State University, and Wood College. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama, a master’s degree from Louisiana State University, a Ph.D. in educational leadership from Mississippi State University, and a post-doctorate in marketing and management from the University of Florida. Michelle grew up as the youngest of three children in a close-knit family who raised sheep on a small farm in the quaint town of Starkville. “It was a small town but there’s a university there [Mississippi State], so I would spend time on campus from the earliest I can remember. Being on campus was like being on

any other street in town. You felt like it was part of the whole community,” Johnston said. She was exposed to the arts and culture through activities hosted by the university for the public. “That was part of my childhood, having this dichotomy of being on a small family farm and having access to arts and culture and great music.” “My family was one where we spent a lot of time reading and doing things together,” Johnston explained. “We didn’t have cable television in my family growing up. We spent a lot of time taking care of our animals and being outdoors.” As a child, a trip to the beach was a vacation to the Gulf Coast or a variety of inland destinations. “We would go hiking in the Smoky Mountains and I would go camping and backpacking. It was a great childhood.” Now, Johnston has daughters of her own, who are both in college. Johnston attended University of Alabama as a piano performance major. Her grandmother first introduced her to the piano when she was three years old. “I think the sound of the piano, the responsiveness and the touch captivated me at that young, impressionable age,” she said. Johnston started taking formal piano lessons in the third grade. As her playing progressed, she realized she could combine her desire to teach with her love of performing. “Thinking about teaching transformed into ‘I want to be a college music professor,’ so I could teach and perform. It was the best of both worlds,” she said. “When I finished my master’s degree, I went into a faculty position. I was able to per-

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form and teach college students. It was like my dream had come true, and honestly I thought that was what I would do forever.” During her time as a faculty member, Johnston was given opportunities for leadership roles that she found rewarding. She enjoyed working with people in different ways to promote higher education and motivate students towards success. When Johnston started a doctoral program, she had to make a decision as to which subject to pursue: music or higher education administration. She chose educational leadership with a concentration in higher education. From that point on, unbeknownst to her, she was on the track towards becoming a college president. While other people in her program wanted to become college presidents, she was satisfied with being either a vice president or provost. “At that time, I didn’t even see where it was going to go. One thing leads to another and life takes us to different places. I had been a vice president at the University of Montevallo, and I was doing that for a little over seven years. Then the opportunity came up to be president at Rio Grande,” she said. (continues)

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Encouraged by her colleagues, Johnston applied and became Rio Grande’s 22nd president. She described Rio Grande as a wonderful community and institution committed to student success – qualities she also saw at Coastal Georgia. Coastal Georgia’s presidential search was not the first time Johnston learned about the college. When Rio Grande’s men’s soccer team won the national championship in 2015, their victory was promoted on the website for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). While reading coverage of the Rio team, she noticed that Coastal Georgia’s men’s golf team won NAIA’s national golf championship. “I saw that and thought ‘Coastal Georgia? Where is that?’ and that intrigued me. At the time, Rio was thinking about starting golf and I thought, ‘This is pretty cool that Coastal Georgia won the national championship. We want to do what they’re doing. There are competing at a high level and winning national championships,’” she said. That was it until a few years later when her colleagues in the academic world told her about Coastal Georgia’s search for a new president. Johnston’s reasons for wanting to lead the college were very simple: the accomplishments and quality of the academic programs and the clear, focused priority of student success. “Combined

with a community that is positive and supportive of the college, the ingredients are here that are needed for growth and excellence. Those are the things that drew me,” she said. “Since joining the community, there has not been any disappointment or lack of expectation being filled; they’ve been exceeded. It’s been exciting and an honor to be a part of the team.” Johnston believes that Coastal Georgia has a bright future and the opportunity to be an example in leadership. “I think that we are in a good position to reshape public perceptions. The college’s affordability, our access mission, quality academic programs that are some of the leading programs in our country, and the success of our graduates present a compelling argument for the value of higher education,” she said. “The mark of the College of Coastal Georgia is being seen in our graduates and what we do in the community.” Compared to living in Ohio, the coast of Georgia is quite a change. While Johnston is still getting familiar with Glynn County, one of her favorite places is the college’s campus. She enjoys seeing the faces of prospective students and their parents light up as they visit the campus. “I look forward to coming to campus and being around students. Their hopes, their goals, their focus on a bright future are so contagious,” she said. She also likes down-

town Brunswick, as the unique, quaint shops, and entrepreneurial spirit of business owners reminds her of Starkville. She finds the beach therapeutic and a great place for reflection. But more than any one particular place, Johnston is intrigued by the Golden Isles, likening her introduction to the region to meeting an incredibly fascinating person. “There are so many different, diverse landscapes, people, and economies. What’s been exciting is that this is not a homogenous area. There is a diversity here in thought, people and geography. The layers and depths have really been exciting, and I don’t feel like I’ve even scratched the surface. There’s still a lot more to learn.” As Johnston continues to get to know the area, she wants people to know that she will be an active part of the community and cheerleader for the college. “Our students are extremely prepared, they are thriving, and we’re connected with the community. We’re not an island of our own. We are a part of this great community,” she said. “I am here as a friend and supporter. I hold myself to a high standard in terms of leading the institution and my door is always open for ideas on how we can be better and grow as a college.” For more information about the College of Coastal Georgia and its programs, visit ccga.edu.

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free, courtesy of donations, sponsorships and fundraising throughout the year. Odum explained, “I hope every veteran gets the opportunity to go on Honor Flight. It is simply an amazing day. ‘Honored’ is exactly the right word. When I first heard about it, I thought it was just a bunch of people getting on a plane and heading their separate ways in DC. It is very different from that; we were treated like royalty everywhere we went, with cheers, thanks and smiles. You almost can’t describe it in words. The support and goodwill for veterans, it’s overwhelming.”

TOP: Odum was first off the plane at the 2018 community Heroes’ Homecoming at the Brunswick airport; over 700 people welcomed the flight with cheers, flag-waving and applause. ABOVE: World War II reenactment crews with 1940s attire and equipment welcomed Odum and the other veterans at the WWII memorial in Washington, DC. OPPOSITE PAGE: Sadie “Kashey” Odum and her Honor Flight guardian, son-in-law Stan Cottrell, share a brief rest during the day-long Honor Flight.

Sadie Kashey Odum hails from New Jersey and wanted to do something a little different with her life. So, she enlisted in the newly formed Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (better known as “WAVES” or the US Naval Reserve/Women’s Reserve). At the time, the only place she had visited was New York City, close to where she lived. Two of her brothers were in the military, so she had that connection. She lost her older brother during his service in the South Pacific, a heart-breaking event for her and her family. Odum’s WAVE enlistment took her to New York for boot camp, then on to California for two years in administrative roles deploying young servicemen to various war theaters. When the war ended, she moved to Glenview, Illinois, as part of the general staff for Naval Air Reserve which had the mission of setting up the Naval Air Reserve stations all over the country. She laughed describing her nickname, “My maiden name was Kashey, and in the service they call you by your last name. So Kashey just stuck, I guess.” There in Illinois, she met her husband, Roscoe Odum. She and Roscoe were married for 55 years until he passed away. They have one daughter, Carol, and one granddaughter. Odum’s son-in-law, Stan Cottrell, accompanied her on Honor Flight as her guardian. She explained, “The guardian is a companion for the day. If you don’t have a family member who can go with you, there are people from the community who come along as guardians. My son-in-law, Stan, and my daughter encouraged me to go. In fact, he signed up before I did. I

was a little undecided. But it was one of the best things I have ever done, to go on Honor Flight. I encourage veterans to sign up and have one of the best days of their lives.” The World War II memorial was a highlight for Odum. “It was magnificent, very impressive. At the WWII memorial, people meet you in 1940s uniforms. There are dancers in ‘40s costumes doing the jitterbug. I never had so many hugs. They made me feel so special. It was that way everywhere we went.” Odum was the first off the plane at the Heroes Homecoming at Brunswick airport. In 2018, over 700 people turned out to cheer and greet the returning flight. “That airport was jampacked; it was a surprise for sure. Friends, family, and people from the community were all cheering, waving and happy.”

veterans. Guardians contribute $500 to go, or someone can donate on their behalf. If you are looking for a unique holiday gift, or if you’d like to remember a special veteran in your life, consider donating to Honor Flight. Donations are tax-deductible. The non-profit Coastal Georgia Honor Flight is an affiliate of the national Honor Flight Network, with 130 locations in 44 states. Odum says, “How people celebrate you and support you during this flight is absolutely unbelievable. I’ll never forget it. I’m going to

The 2019 flight will take off May 4, 2019. Applications are still being taken, with priority given to WWII, then Korean and Vietnam veterans. Sites visited during the one- day trip include the World War II, Korean and Vietnam Memorials, the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery and the famous Changing of the Guard Ceremony, the Marine Corps (Iwo Jima), Air Force and Navy Memorials as time permits. Dave Olender, president of the Coastal Georgia Honor Flight board, said, “The end of the year is a big push for Honor Flight. It costs about $1,000 per veteran to accomplish the flight, with the trip being completely free to

support Honor Flight so other veterans can experience what I did.” For more information or applications for veterans or guardians, visit coastalgeorgiahonorflight.org. Donations can be made to Coastal Georgia Honor Flight, Inc., P.O. Box 20466, St. Simons Island, GA 31522.

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days were the kids late because we couldn’t get

the last weeks of every year came to house Thanks-

organized in the morning? How many socks are in

giving and Christmas, Hanukkah, and so many

the linen closet without a match? How many books

other celebrations. Some of it is seasonal, based

are still on the nightstand waiting to be read? It’s

on natural events, some of it is purely historical.

natural to see the year as a unit to be evaluated,

(Spoiler alert: Jesus wasn’t born on December 25!)

measured, and contemplated.

I, for one, think that however these things came to pass, their placement is just about perfect.

The annual calendar marking one year is somewhat ISLAND IMPRESSIONS BY FR. TOM PURDY, RECTOR OF CHRIST CHURCH

TIME TO TURN THE PAGE

arbitrary. True, it’s a measurement of the earth’s trip

As we enter into the final weeks of every year,

around the sun. The marking of the time, however,

people in this country are still working off extra

is a human construct. Life goes on as days, weeks,

pounds from their Thanksgiving feasts, but more

months, and years go by. Seasons are malleable,

importantly, are carrying the glow of a season of

when not measured by the calendar, as migrations,

thanksgiving. We have been gifted with the oppor-

hibernations, blooms, and precipitation do their

tunity to focus on and celebrate our gifts and bless-

own thing. They don’t seem too concerned about

ings. That season flows directly into Christmas, a

what exact day or week it is. I’ve yet to find a crea-

season that, for me as a Christian, births hope and

ome years are better than others. There

ture in the wild that celebrates its birthdays or sets

God’s faithfulness into the world from that manger

are also portions of years that are bet-

off fireworks for New Year’s.

we all learned about in Sunday School. The incar-

ter than others. A troubling period can

nation of the love of God, and the life it brings,

color the whole calendar in some cases.

Nonetheless, our annual measurement of the passing

is perfectly timed to arrive at the moment we are

The opposite is also true. We can have years that

of time is helpful. For one, it means we can get our

playing through our recordings of the year passed.

are just the best. Ever. Or there can be a certain

AARP discount at the appointed time. More helpful,

event that was so joyful that the glow that follows

however, is the sense of beginnings and endings that

It is hard to get lost in our worst parts, our failures,

it continues to bring a smile to our face each time

each year brings. Such endings and beginnings allow

and our losses when we are invited to be thankful

we think about it. As we prepare to turn the page

us to do a reset of sorts. We can evaluate distinct

for all our blessings and then look towards the new

on 2018, many of us are engaging in a review of the

periods in our life and learn more easily from them

year and the world we live in with the hopeful eyes

year, whether we are doing it with great intention

having subjected them to some sort of limitation.

that accompany the religious messages that many

or somewhat subconsciously.

Where things might too easily blend and blur into

of us encounter. We can celebrate and grieve what

one long lifetime, we can visit waypoints and take

has happened in the previous twelve months, but

measurements. This is, inevitably, a good thing.

we cannot get lost there. We are invited to raise our

Every year that winds down brings with it the mandatory retrospectives: Who did we lose this year

eyes to the horizon and face the rising sun and the

in Hollywood? What were the biggest hits on the

There is a lot of history behind the location of some

dawn of a new day, a new year, and maybe even a

charts? How did a certain market perform? Our

of the things on our annual calendars, and there is

new era. Turning the page on our calendars can be

retrospectives may be more mundane: How many

not room here to discern and debate how and why

a gift. May it be so this year for you.

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FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF DEWEY BENEFIELD AND HOSPICE OF THE GOLDEN ISLES DONORS AND SUPPORTERS WERE GATHERED AT THE A.W. JONES HERITAGE CENTER FOR A COCKTAIL AND DINNER PARTY TO HONOR HIM and to celebrate the new Hospice of the Golden Isles Endowment. The evening was made extra special by a surprise appearance from Benefield’s longtime friend, UGA’s own Loran Smith, and a video greeting from legendary coach Vince Dooley, who recognized Benefield for his many contributions to UGA. Oh, what a night! 1. Nancy Wainwright, Patty Crosby. 2. John Pope, Helen Rentz. 3. Don and Helen Billings, Dewey Benefield, Susie and Jim Benefield. 4. John Harper, Linda Wright. 5. Charlie and Tricia Smith. 6. Brooke Sumerford, Bill Inman, Rees Sumerford. 7. Don and Susan Meyers, Dana and Patrick Parker. 8. Ann Granger, Viola Baker, Reagan Lussier. 9. Jim and Jeanne Marie Kiss. 10. Joyce and Huitt Mattox. 11. Dewey Benefield, Loran Smith. 12. Ted Davis, Nancy Zell, Duane Harris. 13. Charlie Bucholz, Kay McMaster. 14. Nancy Zell, Richard Krauss, Trish Burns. 80

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IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL EVENING IN THE CLUBHOUSE AT FREDERICA GOLF CLUB FOR COASTAL COALITION FOR CHILDREN’S ANNUAL TASTE OF THE VINE FUNDRAISER. The turnout for the event was phenomenal and so is the continued generosity of the patrons who came out to support this organization that provides services to families to help maintain healthy and stable homes. 1. Matt and Laura Mason. 2. Shirley Gibbs, Margaret Gant. 3. Angela Scott, Mark Boozer, Terri Evans. 4. Kathy and Mike Ziglar. 5. Tim Ryles, Cynthia Fuller. 6. James Sexton, Nancy and Mike Muldowney, Mary Catherine Sexton. 7. Scott and Lisia Sullins, Teresa and Tom Norton. 8. Scott and Diane Runkle, Leigh Kirkland, Bob Sattelmeyer. 9. Sarah and Tony Kreimborg. 10. Allyn Robb, Jr., Judy Watterson. 11. Allison Roderick, Lori Hatton. 12. Maria Savoldi, Darrell Williams. 13. Wayne and Donna Johnson. 14. Jenny and Jay Wiggins. 82

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Wishing you a Blessed Holiday Season and Happy New Year as we Celebrate this family tradition!

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BETH BARRETT RECENTLY HOSTED MEMBERS OF THE ST. SIMONS COTILLION FOR A FALL GATHERING AT HER LOVELY ST. SIMONS ISLAND HOME. It was a beautiful evening to enjoy fellowship and friendship before the whirlwind of the holiday season. 1. Jennifer Wall, Marion Gash, Susan Davenport. 2. Rhonda Hicks, Anne Welchel, Martha Ellis, Bonney Shuman. 3. Catherine Wood, Meady Watkins. 4. Margaret Butler, Mindy Tolle. 5. Kim Holcomb, Nicole Anderson, Julie Beimler. 6. Melissa Stroud, Jennifer Butler, Lisa Sasser. 7. Ida Walker, Cheryl Griggs. 8. Meady Watkins, Robin Love, Janet Brown, Emily Davenport. 9. Charlotte Zell, Bess Thompson, Ann Harrell. 10. Lee Malone, Kissy Tuten, Renee Tuten, Nancy Stoddard. 84

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FALL IS OFF TO A GREAT START FOR THE COASTAL SYMPHONY OF GEORGIA. The opening night of the 2018-19 season featured the timeless and unforgettable music of Bernstein and Beethoven, under the direction of new Conductor, Michelle Merrill. The Coastal Symphony sponsored Harbor Sounds, a concert by Kate Caliendo and Patrick Graham, both members of the Coastal Symphony of Georgia, sharing their love of all things musical from Bach to the Beatles in the intimate riverfront setting of the Harbor Room at Morningstar Marina. 1. Chad and Tara Goehring, Cindy and Pierre Gardere. 2. Carolyn Hearn, Linda Heagy, Reg Bridges. 3. Terry and Jenifer Readdick; Greer and Laura Brown. 4. Dewey Benefield and Nancy Butler. 5. Gail and Greg McCarty; Cheryl and John Bauser. 6. Ann, Laura Ann, and Wallace Harrell. 7. Klara and Page Faulk. 8. Tom and Sue Sayer. 9. Musicians Kate Caliendo and Patrick Graham. 10. Jane Prendergast and Barbara Sullivan. 11. Deborah and David Wright. 12. Kevin Pullen, Sibby and Renn Gruber. 13. Ally Urquhart, Susan Imhoff, Betty and Fred Davis. 14. Rose Browning, Lee Owen, Dee Wright. 86

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THIS YEAR, COASTFEST MOVED TO MARY ROSS WATERFRONT PARK AND IT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! FAMILIES FLOCKED TO THE FREE CELEBRATION OF OUR COASTAL ENVIRONMENT TO SEE AQUATIC ANIMALS AND OTHER NATIVE WILDLIFE UP CLOSE, WATCH DEMONSTRATIONS OF LOCAL HISTORY AND CULTURE, AND TRY THEIR SKILLS AT ARCHERY, KAYAKING, ARTS AND CRAFTS, AND MORE.

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RECENTLY FRIENDS OF CASA HELD THEIR ANNUAL KICK-OFF COFFEE AT THE STUNNING SEA ISLAND HOME OF ANNE MACLEOD.

CASA Executive Director Cary Greenfield took a few minutes to thank guests and share some stories that illustrated how important the group’s support is for children experiencing abuse and neglect in our community. Everyone is urged to come out to Jekyll Island at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, December 8 to participate in the Jingle All the Way 5K and Fun Run – even if just by cheering on the runners and having some hot cocoa! For more information, visit casaglynn.org. 90

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TIPSY MCSWAY’S NEIGHBORHOOD BAR AND RICHLAND RUM HOSTED THE BRUNSWICK GOLDEN ISLES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS FOR OCTOBER. CO-SPONSORS FOR THE EVENT INCLUDED IHEART MEDIA, H2O CREATIVE GROUP, OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY OF BRUNSWICK, PRIMESOUTH BANK, RADIANT COUNSELING, AND PAUL DAVIS EMERGENCY SERVICES. Fortunately early rains stopped to allow guests to enjoy a delightful evening of networking with others in the business community. 92

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GLYNN VISUAL ARTS CENTER RECENTLY HOSTED THE ANNUAL EMPTY BOWL FUNDRAISER FOR AMERICA’S SECOND HARVEST OF COASTAL GEORGIA. GUESTS CHOSE A POTTERY BOWL THAT WAS HANDCRAFTED DURING POTTERY WORKSHOPS that took place earlier

this year and filled it with delicious soup from Straton Hall Events before taking it home. Bowls created by local artists were also offered to the highest bidders in a silent auction. This yearly campaign is a fun way to indulge your creativity and satisfy your appetite while helping to feed the hungry. 94

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‘Tis the Season for Shopping

he Christmas holidays have always been a season of giving – which means they are also a season of shopping. For many years in Glynn County, the best place to shop for gifts was downtown Brunswick.

The December 14, 1928, edition of The Brunswick Pilot contained a variety of advertisements for holiday gifts. Vienna Bakery assured customers that “The Christmas fruit cake will be no problem this year!” because its products were “made in Brunswick and made right … direct from oven to consumer.” An advertisement for Hawkins-O’Quinn, Inc., “The Ladies Shoppe,” listed “Gifts for Her Appearance.” Although some

items like gloves and scarves are still on 21st century shopping lists, others such as handkerchiefs and hosiery remind us of the changes in women’s fashion. Yet another advertisement was for a store still in business today – Cunningham Jewelers. Selections from its inventory of mantel and hall clocks, sterling silver table wares, and (of course) jewelry surely made their way under many a local Christmas tree in the 1920s. This month’s images include a colorized postcard showing Newcastle Street in Brunswick, circa 1934, and an advertisement from the December 14, 1928, edition of The Brunswick Pilot.

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 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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