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eople come up to me all the time and comment on how beautiful the covers of EIL are. This month’s cover is unique in that so many folks contributed to its creation. With that in mind, I thought I’d take you behind the scenes of how this issue’s feature and cover came together. It started when our production manager, Terry McCarthy came up with the idea and organized a story to feature the upcoming Southern Grown Festival with the help of Sea Island’s Merry Tipton, Lesley Dalton and Eliot VanOtteren. Sea Island gave us those great recipes and photos we used in the feature. Kathi Williams, our editorial and social media director, thought up the “As Southern as” title concept and went to work with a foundation of exemplifying what’s iconic about the South – from biscuits to seersucker suits. All the pieces were shot up to Beth Rowen, our art director, and she put her spin on what you see on the page. Ok, so now we needed a perfect cover that would say “Southern” to match our feature. Beth came up with the idea to stage a casual but chic table setting under a live oak, made a quick sketch and found some sample images. Terry coordinated with designer Elaine Griffin to style the photo. The location was scouted and chosen from three possible locales. Sarah Spivey from The Darkroom was secured to photograph the scene. Some of the props came from the private collections of Lawrence Certain, Nancy Phelan and Nancy Butler. Natalie Bishop and Jim Quigley helped procure the instruments. Jim stayed though the entire shoot and helped us out. Thanks Jim! EIL’s Yolanda O’Hern and 8

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he legacy of the South is more than just fried chicken, biscuits, and sweet tea. Southern culture embraces a wide range of influences from the mountains of Appalachia to the plains of Texas to the swamps of the Deep South. We’re just as comfortable sipping juleps in our fine Derby Day millinery or eating pimento cheese sandwiches by the greens in Augusta as we are casting nets in the tide or shucking oysters by a fire. From the Big Easy to the Big House, our music spans wide genres and its roots can be found in churches, cotton fields, honkytonks, and concert halls. Sure, we’ve got baseball caps and old pickup trucks, but we’re also the French Quarter and the squares of Savannah. Next month, Sea Island hosts the Southern Grown Festival that encompasses all of what’s best about the South. Our hospitality. Our pastimes. Our music. Our art. And, yes, our incredible cuisine. From Thursday, June 9th through Sunday, June 12th, Sea Island Resort venues like the Black Banks Terrace and Broadfield Plantation will be filled with sensational food, music and more during this celebration of all things Southern. There is a stellar schedule of events with (continues)

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incredible chefs and guest artisans, and a Saturday night concert with Grammy Award winning performers Jason Isbell and Tedeschi Trucks Band, as well as Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk. Southern Grown University classes will touch on some of the finer points of Southern living including our culinary mainstays, outdoor endeavors, artistic expression, and time-honored history of hospitality. Belying our rich hospitality, you’ve seen pineapples throughout your travels in the South, as door knockers, statuary, post carvings, and incorporated into homes and yard décor. The tropical fruit is a well-known symbol of welcome friendship and hospitality. It began when Christopher Columbus brought the tropical fruit back to Europe from his travels to the New World. The novelty of its unusual look and its intense sweetness made it quite a delicacy. Since there was no local source, and gardeners could not manage to propagate the fruit to grow there for almost two centuries, it was also coveted because it was rare. Only the very rich could afford to offer pineapple to their guests, so it became a symbol of generosity, hospitality, and wealth. The pineapple began making its way into paintings, was carved into wood and stone, and became an architectural feature in many mansions and government buildings. The popularity of the fruit and its significance as a show of gracious hospitality carried across the sea to Colonial America. Hostesses honored 18

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their guests by displaying the fruit in centerpieces or by serving the rare and expensive treat. It was a show of social status and now has become widely accepted as a sign of welcome, friendship, and good cheer. In another words, the perfect symbolic image of good ole Southern hospitality!

Pepper Jelly Pimento Cheese Makes 2 cups INGREDIENTS:

1 ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated 4 oz. jar diced pimento ½ cup mayonnaise (Duke’s preferred) Several dashes of Crystal hot sauce 1 Tbsp. pepper jelly (recipe below, or use your own)

With or without pineapple embellishments, here below the Mason-Dixon line there’s nothing that says “welcome” and “come sit for a spell” quite like a wide front porch with some rocking chairs and a pitcher of sweet tea. No, not “iced tea.” Sweet tea. Yes, it does have ice, of course. (continues on page 20)

Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS:

Mix all above ingredients into a mixing bowl, season with salt and pepper to taste, as well as the hot sauce. Pepper Jelly Makes approx. 16 oz. INGREDIENTS:

1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces ½ small jalapeño pepper, diced ¼ tsp. crushed red chili flakes 1 Tbsp. sugarless pectin 1 cup plus 1 ½ Tbsp. sugar /3 cup white wine vinegar

1 tsp. unsalted butter ¼ tsp. salt DIRECTIONS:

Pulse peppers with red pepper flakes in food processor until finely chopped. Whisk together pectin and 1 ½ Tbsp. sugar in small bowl. Stir together pepper mixture, vinegar, butter, salt, and remaining sugar in a heavy pot. Bring to vigorous boil over high heat, then continue to boil, stirring occasionally for five minutes. Gradually add pectin mixture, whisking constantly. Return jelly to boil stirring constantly, for one to two minutes (mixture will thicken slightly). Remove from heat. (continues on page 29)

Pepper Jelly Pimento Cheese with Pork Rinds (recipe on opposite page)

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This is not a seasonal drink, but a year-round staple of restaurants and many Georgia kitchens. It’s such an important distinction that in 2003, Georgia State Representative John Noel and four co-sponsors introduced (to bring a little levity on April Fools’ Day) House Bill 819, proposing that all Georgia restaurants that serve tea be required to serve sweet tea “As used in this Code section, the term ‘sweet tea’ means iced tea which is sweetened with sugar at the time it is brewed.” They specified that any violators “shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature.” While the sponsors acknowledged that it was an attempt to add some humor to the legislative session, they wouldn’t have minded if it had become law. Politics and Southern tradition go hand in hand as well. Mississippi Senator Trent Lott even went so far as to promote a summertime staple of the Southern gentleman’s wardrobe by starting an annual U.S. Congress tradition called “Seersucker Thursday” in 1996. On that day each year senators good-naturedly don the striped cotton suits that were once considered mandatory summer attire in the sweltering pre-air conditioning 20

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days of the Senate chambers. The tradition took a hiatus in 2012 but was restarted in 2014 by Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who wrote, “Seersucker is more than fabric – it’s a symbol of American made products that create manufacturing, shipping and sales jobs across the country. It is also the melding of fashion with comfort.” Now you’re probably picturing men in seersucker suits sitting on a front porch, sippin’ sweet tea, If so, they’d surely be telling tales even taller than the glasses dripping with condensation in the Georgia summer heat. You see, storytelling is an art down here. Yarns are spun in vivid detail, peppered with anecdotes, and occasionally embellished for entertainment value. The South is home to a large number of storyteller’s guilds, organizations, and festivals. The annual festival held by the International Storytelling Center in Tennessee draws more than 10,000 attendees. If you’re an all access pass holder to Southern Grown, stick around after Friday’s Meat & Three Dinner for the Storied Spirits-After Hours Affair, where tales will be told while libations are enjoyed in the Spanish Lounge in true Southern fashion. (continues)

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Saturday’s Southern Grown University classes offer both “The How-To of Southern Storytelling” and “The Art of Southern Hospitality.” Outdoor enthusiasts may want to choose classes from the Broadfield Plantation Experience which offers visitors the opportunity to travel down to Sea Island’s spectacular hunting property to sharpen up your shooting game or get pointers on bird dog training. “Culinary Gardening” and “Cooking with Fire” are alternate options at the plantation. A Southern comfort cuisine lunch in the Summer Kitchen will be included. Other sessions delve into Southern cooking and baking, but we would be remiss if we didn’t point out that the entire weekend is filled with events celebrating our regional cuisine and featuring some of our finest chefs. If you truly want the full experience, become a Garden & Gun pass holder to gain access to two early exclusive Garden & Gun events. The Thursday night Dinner and Show at a secret location will display the talents of Sea Island Resort Executive Chef Jonathan Jerusalmy and Charleston chefs Mike Lata and Nico Romo. Friday’s The Southerner’s Cookbook Lunch in The Cloister Garden will give attendees the chance to get up close and personal with the editors and chefs behind Garden & Gun’s fabulous New York Times best-seller, The Southerner’s Cookbook. A book signing will follow the lunch prepared by Chef John Currence, and Harrison Sapp with Griffin Bufkin of Southern Soul Barbeque. Low and slow, butts, brisket, and rubs are all part of the Southern vernacular because bar-

beque is serious business. It’s a Southern specialty and smoke joints are always hot to show that they – or their region – do it best. Harrison and Griffin will talk competitions and cook-offs in Saturday’s “Smokin’ Rivalry – BBQ Battle” Southern Grown University class. Our local boys have been taking the Southern Soul Barbeque game on the road for years now and you can bet they know a thing or two about working the pit. Chefs Michael Hudman and Andrew Ticer will present “Rollin’ in Dough” during Southern Grown University. In the South, when we

think of dough, that has to mean biscuits. While biscuits are certainly consumed everywhere (including jolly old England, where they are an entirely different and confusing entity falling somewhere between a cracker and a cookie), there’s no doubt that there is a specific Southern biscuit. While some say these require buttermilk, others disagree. The scales tend to tip in favor of using lard instead of butter or shortening for the purists as well. The common denominator that all seem to agree on, however, is the flour. Southern biscuits are made with soft red winter wheat flour that is low in protein and gluten. White Lily and Southern Biscuit (continues)

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brands are recommended. The other thing the pros agree on when it comes to creating the light, fluffy Southern biscuits that we love to slather with honey or smother with sausage gravy? Technique. Keep the ingredients cold. Use a light and gentle touch with the dough and avoid over-handling. A common mistake to avoid is twisting the cutter. Don’t do it! That twist actually seals the biscuits and keeps them from rising and cooking properly. Practice, practice, practice, and you too can make Southern biscuits that would make Granny Pearl proud.

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Speaking of Granny Pearl, what is it about Southern grandmothers and cakes? Red velvet cake. Coconut cake. Hummingbird cake (There’s that pineapple again!). Alex Caramel cake. It’s a thing. And Harrell there’s nothing better than a layer cake. The more layers the better. Sea Island Executive Pastry Chef Cortney Harris will teach Southern Grown University class attendees “How to Make the Quintessential 12-Layer Cake.” You’ll be sure to impress at the next family celebration! To make sure you have the right accoutrements for your table and your entertaining attire, you’ll want to visit the Marketplace at Rainbow Island on Saturday. All pass holders will be able to experience the flavor of the “French Market” of

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New Orleans while right here on our own riverbanks. In Big Easy tradition, Rainbow Island will come alive with a variety of Southern artisan vendors selling unique, handcrafted products. One vendor we are particularly excited about is Brackish Bow Ties. As the story goes, South Carolinian Ben Ross, in a unique and particularly creative endeavor, fashioned special bow ties for his groomsmen made from castoff turkey feathers. Word spread and the demand for his ties grew, leading Ross to begin collaborating with his college friend (and one of those groomsmen), St. Simons Island native Jeff Plotner. They made and sold the ties for a few years before officially launching Brackish Bow Ties in Charleston. Now a team of 50 artisans and production assistants fill orders from a growing line of lovely designs that range from sportsman to formal and the original turkey feathers to peacock plumage. The ties are conversation starters at least and are exquisite art at best. Bill Murray wore his to George Clooney’s wedding. To say we are enamored (continues)

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is an understatement. We can’t wait to see what other handcrafted Southern delights we will find while browsing the Marketplace!

night’s Meat & Three Dinner in The Cloister’s backyard, the Black Banks Terrace and Lawn. A community-style party celebrating the Southern simplicity known as “the meat and three” will feature renowned chefs, including some Top Chef contestants and James Beard award nominees, showcasing their favorite plates. Will we see fried chicken, mac n’ cheese, and turnip greens? Meatloaf, tomato pie, and hoppin’ John? Or maybe pork chops, squash casserole, and candied sweet potatoes? There’s no question that whatever meat & three combos these talented chefs serve up, they’re going to be GOOD!

There will also be demonstrations by guest chefs John Currence and Linton Hopkins as well as

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other craft artisans. You’ll want to be sure to grab a bite for lunch at the Cook House, where 2016 New Orleans Rising Star Chef Alex Harrell will serve up dishes with French Quarter flair. The next best thing to a big Southern family gathering in your own backyard is Friday 26

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wrote that plate lunches were created “back in the days when lunch was dinner and dinner was supper.” Inexpensive custom-made plates with compartments for each portion of a meal were manufactured with a blue willow or similar blue pattern. Meals served on these plates were low-priced and became known as the “blue plate” special. In 1928, a New York Times article praised a dining establishment on Ann Street where a “big blue-plate special, with meat course and three vegetables, is purchasable for a quarter, just as it has been for the last ten years.” There will be yard games on the lawn and live music will fill the air at the Meat & Three Dinner as well. But it’s Saturday’s Southern Grown

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far removed from the diners found in northern cities. Late journalist, historian, and food authority, John Egerton, who helped establish the Southern Foodways Alliance, wrote that the meat and three had its basis in the classic plate lunch diners that appeared in the early 1900s. In Southern Food, Egerton

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Concert that will be the pièce de résistance when it comes to showcasing the melodious sounds of the South! Our musical heritage below the Mason-Dixon is so very vast, with roots steeped in gospel, bayou blues, juke joint jazz, and cowboy ballads. Southern rock and folk Americana have (continues on page 31)

Apple Buck (pictured in copper mug) INGREDIENTS:

2 oz. Dickel Bourbon No. 8 1 oz. Stirrings Simple Apple Martini ½ oz. lime juice 2 oz. ginger beer Garnish: lime wheel Glass: copper mug DIRECTIONS:

Fill copper mug with ice. Add ingredients to build drink, topping off with ginger beer. Garnish with lime wheel. Ramos Gin Fizz (pictured in Collins glass) INGREDIENTS:

¾ oz. lemon juice ¾ oz. lime juice 5 dashes of orange flower water 1 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. heavy cream 1 egg white

Richland Crusta recipe on page 32

1 ½ oz. club soda Garnish: grated lime zest Glass: large Collins DIRECTIONS:

In large cocktail shaker, combine gin, orange flower water, egg white, heavy cream, lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 25 seconds. Add ice and shake for 30 seconds more. Strain mixture into Collins glass. Slowly pour club soda down inside edge of shaker to loosen remaining froth. Gently ease club soda/froth mix onto top of drink, garnish with lime zest and serve.

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(continued from page 26) risen alongside mountain music and outlaw country. Nashville. Memphis. Macon. New Orleans. Muscle Shoals. These are places of musical birth. The band Dumpstaphunk was born on the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival stage and descended from the strong musical bloodlines of the Neville family. Ivan Neville and his cousin, Ian, are joined by Tony Hall, Nick Daniels III, and Alvin Ford, Jr., to form the quintet that Rolling Stone calls “one of New Orleans’ Dumpstaphunk

most prestigious modern funk ensembles.” The Austin Chronicle said, “If Dumpstaphunk was a three course meal, it would start with a juicy rhythm section, then move on to a beautiful arrangement of guitars and keys, seasoned with some soulful vocals and add a pinch of Cosmic Slop for good measure.” If you haven’t heard Jason Isbell’s name in the past couple years, there’s a chance you might be living in a cave. Okay, well, maybe not, but there’s no denying that mainstream media has finally gotten wind of Mr. Isbell and his music. From the late night shows to Austin City Limits to CBS Sunday Morning, the former Drive-By Truckers singer/songwriter, often accompanied by his superbly talented wife, Amanda Shires, has been popping up everywhere. The

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Alabama native, who appears in the acclaimed Muscle Shoals documentary, has been long been praised for his honest, human songwriting that is both hard-hitting and poignant. The release of his arguably career-defining album Southeastern in 2013 earned him Artist, Album, and Song of the Year awards at the 2014 Americana Music Awards. Last year’s follow up Something More Than Free debuted at number one across the board in rock, folk, and country record charts in Billboard magazine and won Grammy awards for Best Americana Album and Best American Roots Song (24 Frames). Lately, Jason been heralded by many as the “savior of country music” and even of music in general, but he is quick to dismiss those labels. No matter how you characterize his music, it reaches out and grabs you, earning him both fans around the world and critical acclaim. Hailing from Jacksonville, the Tedeschi Trucks Band has a lineage that can be traced back to that iconic Macon birthplace of Southern rock, The Big House. Guitarist/singer-songwriter Derek Trucks is the nephew of Butch Trucks, the drummer and a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band. Derek, was a child guitar prodigy who played his first paid gig when he was 11 and performed alongside artists like

Buddy Guy, Joe Walsh and Bob Dylan by the age of 20. He became a formal member of The Allman Brothers Band in 1999, and after his announcement that he and guitarist Warren Hayes would be leaving the band in 2014, the band retired. Derek has also collaborated and toured with Eric Clapton over the years and Derek's skill with the slide and beyond has led to his name-making appearances on vari-

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ous “Greatest Guitarist” lists, including Rolling Stone’s Top 100. He formed the Tedeschi Trucks band with wife Susan Tedeschi in 2010 and their debut album, Revelator won the 2012 Grammy for Best Blues Album. Tedeschi was no stranger to Grammy nominations, being nominated in 2000 for Best New Artist, in 2003 for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance, as well as for Best Contemporary Blues Album for her works in 2004, 2006 and 2010. The vocal and guitar talent of these two combined

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Richland Crusta INGREDIENTS:

1 ½ oz. Richland Rum ¾ oz. Triple Sec ¼ oz. Luxardo ½ oz. Simple Syrup ½ oz. Lemon Juice Garnish: Sugar Rim w/ Orange Wheel & Luxardo Cherry Glass: Coupe DIRECTIONS:

Prepare glass by moistening rim with orange and then dipping it in sugar. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake and strain into glass. Garnish with orange wheel and cherry.

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with a 10-piece full band make for an absolutely unforgettable performance. Saturday night’s Southern Grown Concert will feature all three of these incredible acts performing for one unparalleled evening on the lawn of The Lodge at Sea Island. To add to the experience, all-access pass holders can enjoy a special pre-concert Dinner on the Lawn with culinary specialties and creative concoctions prepared by guest chefs Linton Hopkins, Mike Lata, John Currence, Waylon Rivers and Daniel Zeal and guest mixologists. General pass holders for the concert can sample selections from renowned chefs as well, as food and drink will be available for purchase on the concert grounds. After the concert, there’s a special Late Night Throwdown in the Men’s Locker Room for all-access pass holders as well. The “Farewell, Y’all” Brunch on Sunday for all-access pass holders closes out the weekend festivities. While we’ve described some of the highlights of the Southern Grown Festival, to get a more in-depth look at the schedule of events and the amazing culinary and musical talent that will be participating, visit the Southern Grown website at SouthernGrown.com. It’s hard to believe that Sea Island could top last year’s festival, but seeing what’s in store for us this June makes us think that they’ve pulled out all the stops for an even bigger and better celebration of the South. You’ll want to attend as many of these fantastic events as possible, so take a look at the different passes and ticket options and

indulge yourself by taking advantage of some of the very best hospitality that the South has to offer – right here in our own backyard. Smoked Beef Brisket Makes 4-6 lbs. INGREDIENTS:

4-5 lb. beef brisket (whole) ½ cup Betts Seasoning 1 cup hard apple cider ¼ cup Braggs apple cider vinegar ½ cup granulated sugar /3 cup Bulleit bourbon

whole grain mustard to taste Recommend using white oak wood DIRECTIONS:

Rub brisket and place into smoker at 250° for at least six hours or until internal temperature reaches 205° and meat is pullable. Remove from smoker and let it rest on roasting rack to reserve the juices. Take hard apple cider, bourbon, bring to boil and reduce by half to cook off the alcohol. Add sugar and cook until it is a syrupy consistency. Add Braggs cider vinegar as necessary to balance acidity and sweetness. Finish with mustard to taste.

Pimento Pepper Jelly Bacon Slider INGREDIENTS:

1 pack of Hawaiian sweet rolls cut in half Thick cut bacon cut about 1” long Pepper Jelly Pimento Cheese (see recipe page 18) Bread & Butter Pickles (recipe follows) DIRECTIONS:

Render bacon on a flat top of griddle, remove and wipe away excess bacon grease. Toast the inside of the top and bottom of the Hawaiian rolls. Spread pimento cheese mix on bottom part of roll, top with 2 pieces of bacon and several Bread & Butter pickles. Place back onto the griddle to slightly warm up cheese, and serve Bread & Butter Pickles Makes 1 qt. size Mason jar INGREDIENTS:

1 lb. Kirby cucumbers, sliced ½ cup sweet onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced 2 ¼ tsp. kosher salt ¼ tsp. celery seeds ½ cup granulated sugar ½ cup white vinegar ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

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TASTE OF SOUTHERN GROWN PASS Includes access to:

The Southern Grown Hospitality Suite/ Concierge Service “Welcome, Y’all” Reception Friday night’s Meat & Three Dinner Choice of one Southern Grown University class Saturday’s Marketplace & Lunch on Rainbow Island VIP Concert Ticket to Saturday’s Southern Grown Concert $475 for one, $850 for two

THE ALL ACCESS PASS Includes all benefits of the Taste of Southern Grown Pass, PLUS:

Access to all events Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Storied Spirits-After Hours Affair Choice of two Southern Grown University classes Dinner on the Lawn Late Night Throw Down “Farewell, Y’all” Brunch $950 for one, $1,725 for two

GARDEN & GUN PASS

Includes all benefits of the All Access Pass, PLUS:

Cloister Room Accommodations for 3 nights Garden & Gun “Dinner and a Show” on Thursday evening at a secret location Southerner’s Cookbook lunch with Garden & Gun editors and chefs on Friday Special surprises and gifts from Garden & Gun throughout the weekend

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SATURDAY SOUTHERN GROWN CONCERT VIP $150 per person includes two drinks and stage-front access  General Admission – $72 per person

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t’s been ten years since the Cassina Garden Club began hosting the annual Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk. In that time, attendees have visited approximately seventy unique and notable private gardens on St. Simons Island and Sea Island. The gardens are chosen each year for their horticultural beauty and their ability to inspire gardeners with varying levels of expertise. They have encompassed formal English gardens, pondscapes and poolscapes, floral showcases, native wildscapes, and more. On Saturday, May 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in celebration of its 10th annual Garden Walk, themed “One More Thyme!” Cassina will throw open the garden gates once again on six of the most notable gardens from prior years. These gardens are gorgeously maintained and tended primarily by the homeowners, passionate garden lovers, (continues)

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and in many cases, green thumbs themselves. Four of the six featured stops are gardens of Cassina Garden Club members! Highlights include soothing water gardens, elegant koi ponds, a unique tea house, kitchen gardens, hardscape masterpieces, and a stunning collection of roses. Docents and many of the homeowners will be on hand at each stop to direct visitors’ attention to unique features, plant material, hardscapes, and garden art.

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The owner’s love of horses and roses are abundantly in evidence at Stop #1 in Sea Palms East. The rose bush surrounded pool overlooking a serene pond would be a dream escape for anyone. A riot of color greets you at Stop #2 in Hampton Plantation and provides a spectacular marsh view. A koi pond and prayer garden are other highlights of this

Highlights include soothing water gardens, elegant koi ponds, a unique tea house, kitchen gardens, hardscape masterpieces, and a stunning collection of roses. garden. Stop #3 in West Point is a gorgeous example of a formally designed English garden and it has its own tea house as well! A beautifully landscaped property, an interesting feature worth noting in Stop #4 in The Commons is the repurposed brick, concrete, and stone used artistically in the hardscaping. Sea Palms West Stop #5 with its Koi pond, honeysuckle, jasmine, and bright vegetation is a veritable haven for butterflies and birds, including frequent appearances by flitting hummingbirds. Other features are a kitchen garden, citrus trees, and a greenhouse that demonstrates that the homeowner is passionate about his horticultural pursuits. Stop #6 in Island Club boasts not only a serene garden retreat with fountain and sitting area, but a functional garden where herbs, vegetables and fruit are happily harvested by the homeowner. Presenting sponsor ACE Garden Center is featured as a special (continues)

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between 2:00-5:00 p.m. Enjoy refreshments, see interesting demonstrations, and tour the restoration progress of the cabins. (Ask to see where they found the “haint blue.”) The Hamilton Plantation Garden Club will also be hosting a Plant Sale at the cabins between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

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Tickets for the 10th Annual Tabby & Tillandsia Garden Walk presented by ACE Garden Center and Dentistry in Redfern are $25 and can be purchased at ACE Garden Center, G.J. Ford Bookshop and St. Simons Drugs on St. Simons Island; at Cunning-

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ishing, fundraising, and fun are three things that combine perfectly to make up the ACS Victory Board’s Reelin’ in a Cure Tripletail Plus Fishing Tournament and Band Party. The tournament is being held on Saturday, May 14, this year for prime angling conditions and Director of the Coastal Resources Division of the DNR, Spud Woodward, has joined the team as Rules Committee Chair. Victory Board member Alexa Scott says that Spud’s involvement has been invaluable. “He has been on (continues)

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gible species. In the event that conditions are not favorable for sight fishing tripletail in the open ocean, participants will have the option to target these species in our tidal rivers and creeks,” clarifies Woodward. “As an incentive for conservation, we’re giving adding bonus points to the weight of tripletail, redfish, and seatrout brought to the scales alive in a condition where they

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can be released. New this year, we’re also giving bonus points for fish caught on fly tackle.”

board advising us from the beginning, helping us pick the optimal date, writing the rules, adding different species to the competition, and adding a junior angler category. He will also be running the captains meeting and weigh-in.”

ning the 2016 tournament last summer, we made a decision to move the tournament to a later date in May in hopes that we’ll have calm seas and bright sunshine, plus good numbers of tripletail in the area.”

Woodward explains the thinking behind the later May tournament date: “Tripletail can be abundant early in the spring, but fishing conditions in the open Atlantic are often unpredictable during April. So, when plan-

Even if the tripletail aren’t biting, tournament rules have been adjusted to maximize fun. “While the wily tripletail is the primary quarry of anglers during this event, we’re including redfish, spotted seatrout, and whiting as eli-

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“From the beginning, conservation has been a central theme of this event with catch-andrelease emphasized in the format,” says Woodward, “We’re also hoping this event will be a great opportunity to get youngsters out on the water to experience firsthand our wonderful coastal environment and to learn about their responsibility as stewards of our natural resources.” To encourage youth involvement, they’ve added a junior angler category to the tournament for participants 15 years old and younger with a reduced registration fee of $50 and prizes for the top junior angler. Woodward

further explains, “While youth anglers, age 15 years or younger, can compete in all categories, we created a special whiting category for them knowing that whiting are easily accessible to even novice anglers. We’ve also lowered the entry fee for youth anglers in hopes that parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts or maybe just a family friend will be more inclined to take a kid fishing in this year’s event.” The tournament will begin with a mandatory captains’ meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, May 13 at the Morningstar Marina pavilion. Lines can go in the water beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, and all fishing stops at 4:00 p.m. The weigh-in will be held back at the pavilion between 4:00-5:00 p.m. and the public is welcome to attend.

If fun on the water fishing with friends and family isn’t enough incentive to bring you to the tournament, the event should also appeal to non-anglers, because the fun is just getting started when the boats return to the marina for weigh-in. There’s a Band Party kicking off at 5:00 p.m. with popular local singer/songwriter Owen Plant providing the music, Southern Soul Barbeque catering the food, and Parker’s donating wine and beer. Ticket price is $35/person or $65/couple and includes all food and beverages. There are lots of great raffle prizes too, including Yeti Cool-

ers, a set of Williams knives, a print by local artist Kevin Lokey framed by Face2Face, and gift cards from local restaurants. Last year, the event raised more than $25,000. This year, the Victory Board is hoping to exceed that amount – so whether you bring the kids out to fish, put together a team for some serious tripletail competition, or just come out to cheer at the weigh-in and stay to party – join the festivities for a day of fun, great food and music. Registration is open now at acsvictoryboard.org. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.

Prizes will be awarded in tripletail (both number and weight), red drum (weight, most spots), spotted seatrout (heaviest), whiting (as described above) categories, as well as for top male angler and top female angler. Davis Love III donated a standup paddleboard as top prize, so brush-up on your fish finding skills!

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t was seeing that community benevolence that led Ally Christianson and Amy Housten to establish the Georgia arm of Heart Gallery of America, a national organization of more than 120 galleries with a single mission: to facilitate and utilize the power of photography to capture the individuality and dignity of children living in foster care in order to advocate for their permanency, raise public awareness about their needs, and obtain support to help meet those needs. She says, “Having founded Heart Gallery of Georgia in 2014, I can truly attest to the difference the love and support of our community has made. For us at Heart Gallery of

Georgia, the number of children in our state system awaiting adoption (over 350) simply broke us to the point that we began to take action, searching for ways to bring precious hearts home for good.” In order for a child to be placed in the Heart Gallery, they must be nominated by the state of Georgia and deemed most in need of the services provided. These are often children who have waited an average of five years to be adopted, have special needs, or are part of large sibling groups. Once nominated, Heart Gallery seeks sponsorships for each child. The funds are utilized to cover a special “Day of Hope” experience for each child. (story continues on page 50)

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During their Day of Hope, the children may engage in therapeutic and recreational activities at Callaway Gardens or shop for clothing they might need, but, most importantly, they are celebrated throughout the day. It is also on that day that the Heart Gallery’s professional multimedia team volunteers their time to capture the strengths of the children in photos and video.

Ally shares, “Since 2014, we have featured 50 children in the Heart Gallery of Georgia, with many of those children sponsored by our community members. We love to see families and businesses connect with our mission and feel compelled to invest in the lives of the children we serve. This past Christmas, a ‘home church’ group from The Chapel took it upon themselves to sponsor our entire Day of Hope event!”

Ally says, “Our lead photographer, Sarah Spivey is a photographer at The Darkroom on St Simons Island. Her commitment to our vision, her talent, and the support of The Darkroom have become key to our mission. We have also had other local photographers such as Amy Dey Photography and Chris Moncus Photography who have volunteered their talents to make our mission possible. Sponsor funding helps us utilize the photos from photographers like Sarah and others who volunteer and videos from Day of Hope to create our larger than life, compelling galleries around the state of Georgia.”

Phoebe Hoaster of Signature Properties is a regular supporter of the Heart Gallery, finding a mission beyond the real estate business. She says, “I went to one of these art shows and I was blown away when I listened to these children’s videos. They are wonderful kids who want a family and a home to call their own. It is a shame. Kids should never be ‘in the system’ as long as these kids have been. I am so grateful to our local community for coming together to give the children what we all want: a home, a family…and to simply be loved.”

The Heart Gallery is displayed throughout the state of Georgia and nationwide via their website heartgalleryofga.org. Live gallery events are sponsored throughout the state and families get the opportunity to “meet” the kids, ask questions, and often leave with gifts, such as pottery creations made at Color Me Happy, that serve as reminders to keep the Heart Gallery kids in their thoughts and prayers.

Ally explains that donations from the local community have been very helpful to the Heart Gallery, “This year, we were blown away by a family that surprised us with a trailer, making it possible for us to travel with the gallery more efficiently and decreasing our team’s stress tremendously. Most recently, a young family felt led to give a piece of their inheritance to support our mission. The wife’s father had passed

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away too soon, but as one of five siblings she was blessed to sponsor a sibling set of five, speaking volumes to us about the redemption that can come out of pain and suffering. Stories like these help us to see that our mission is so much bigger than us, and trust that God has a plan for each Heart Gallery child that is greater than we can fathom.” This past year, 14 out of the 31 original Heart Gallery children connected with their potential forever families. Ally attributes that to the support of the community, “We rejoice in the success and invite our community to celebrate with us as you are truly a part of our team! We are eager to continue to do big things across Georgia and look forward to continuing to develop partnerships here at home in the Golden Isles. You can help by providing financial sponsorship for a child’s Day of Hope, making a general donation, keeping our kids and staff in your thoughts and prayers, spreading word about Heart Gallery and our website, or by providing the biggest gift of all: adoption! Whatever you do to assist us in our mission, we love our Golden Isles community and thank you for your support!” You can learn more about Heart Gallery of Georgia and the children who are currently in need of loving homes via their website at heartgalleryofga.org or email them at heartgalleryofgeorgia@gmail.com.

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on Monday, May 30 heralds the unofficial beginning of summer here in the Golden Isles. School is out and the kids are free until August. Bring on picnics in the park, backyard barbeques, and beach time! It’s also a national holiday with solemn significance that we take seriously here, observing the occasion with parades and memorial services like Taps at Twilight on St. Simons Island. It is a time to honor the service of the men and women who fought to keep our country free and are no longer with us today. In this section, EIL writer and a Vietnam veteran, Mason Stewart discusses a special breed of soldiers whose acts may be never known or recognized. Read about how you can help honor the acts of our service men and women by greeting these local heros who will be returning on May 7 from their visit to Washington D.C. on the second Coastal Georgia Honor Flight. Learn more about the local remembrance ceremonies that will take place on the Memorial Day holiday as well.

“Secret” Marine detachment in Vietnam 1963.

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hile eating lunch at a famous St. Simons Island barbeque pit the other day, I overheard several guys sitting at a table near me discussing the Vietnam War. “And what did you do in the war?” one fellow asked the group. One guy said he was with the seventh Marines who came ashore at Chu Lai in 1965. Another said he was a Navy aviator flying jets off the carrier Oriskany. Then another said rather vaguely, “I can’t talk about it.” “That’s a curious answer,” I thought. It covers a wide range of possibilities. Does it mean “I can’t talk about it because I avoided the war through deferments or connections and am now ashamed to admit it?” Or does it mean “I can’t talk about it because I was so traumatized that there is no language to really describe the chaos and carnage I witnessed?” While these two disparate answers each deserve further consideration, it is a third possibility that intrigued me the most. Could “I can’t talk about it” really mean “I can’t talk about it because it was then (and may still be) a secret?” Wars have always generated secrets that cannot be publicly discussed. Among the most important of these have been those involving

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methods for knowing the exact location of an enemy, his fighting strength, and his immediate intentions. Being able to obtain this critical intelligence information in a reliable and timely manner is often the difference between

The author in Phu Bai, Vietnam, 1963.

victory and defeat. Without it, armies are blind and often ill prepared for battle when it occurs. Examples abound throughout history of intelligence victories and failures that determined the fate of not only armies, but of nations. During WWII, for instance, the lack of “eyes on” intelligence during Germany’s secret (continues)

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Much of this unpublicized part of the Vietnam war is slowly being de-classified and finding its way into the history books. buildup to the Battle of the Bulge was disastrous and nearly changed the course of the war. On the positive side of things, the secret code breakers of WWII who broke both the German and Japanese wartime codes probably shortened the war by months, if not years. The importance of obtaining this level of intelligence was not lost on the Vietnam era commanders. However, many of the traditional methods used to glean such intelligence no longer worked when the enemy presented no defined fighting front or regular unit structure. In the decentralized jungle warfare of Vietnam, new methods had to be developed to solve the old problems of locating the enemy, assessing their strength, and developing a course of action to defeat their intentions. Drawing on techniques developed by such fabled groups as the Allied coast watchers and British Long Range desert groups of WWII, a new type of U.S. soldier was created: a secret soldier, who if need be, could fight like a demon, but whose major weapon was his ability to secretly penetrate the jungle cover, locate the enemy, and move stealthily amongst them with almost complete invisibility. These largely unknown secret soldiers with strange monikers like SOGs, LURPs, Recondos, and Snake Eaters, not only gathered critical secret intelligence on a daily basis, but, through bloody trial and error (and always at great personal risk) developed many of the special techniques and methods currently used by our Special Operations warriors of today. Working in small groups of about five or six men, highly trained Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol groups (LLRPS, pronounced LURPS) would typically be inserted deep inside Viet Cong territory and then, completely isolat54

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ed and unsupported, spend days stealthily gathering critical “eyes on” intelligence that was then relayed back to information-hungry area commanders. Other highly classified SOG (Studies and Observation Group sounds innocuous, doesn’t it?!) teams, when not on intelligence gathering missions, were tasked with capturing enemy prisoners and rescuing downed pilots. RECONDO (Reconnaissance Trained Ranger Commando) groups often teamed up with indigenous Degar “Montagnard” fighters, affectionately known as “Snake Eaters” to form quick reaction strike forces or LRRP teams. If any of these groups were spotted or discovered by the Viet Cong, their only option was to try to fight their way out to a pre-arranged pickup point where an incredibly brave chopper pilot would risk his life to get them out. Sadly, sometimes that just was not possible. Generally less exposed to direct enemy contact but more secretive “non-existent” signal intelligence units known as “Spooks” worked quietly to locate and monitor enemy activity and intentions. Some of these Spook units were actually among the first American “boots on the ground” in Vietnam, and sadly, among the earliest casualties. One (Army Sp-4 James Davis) was killed in an ambush on December 22, 1961 and is listed on the first panel of “The Wall” in Washington, DC. The intelligence gathered by these secret soldiers was not only used to locate and destroy key enemy targets, but was often passed on to other groups with equally strange names like Seals, Ravens, and River Rats who carried out other un-talked about classified missions. Much of this unpublicized part of the Vietnam war is slowly being de-classified and finding its way into the history books, but because of the “need to know” classification rules of certain

intelligence gathering sources and methods, some of the incredible stories of our secret soldiers may stay off limits permanently and thus, never be told. Oh, and what did I do in the war? Well, not nearly as much as the incredible guys I have been discussing. But, I didn’t skip it. Nor did I get thrust into the chaotic meat grinder of bloody combat. Instead, in 1963 and again in 1965, I was part of a Marine detachment deployed to Vietnam to work with a unit that did not “officially” exist, so I guess, really … I can’t talk about it. What I can talk about though, is that as we approach this Memorial Day, we should all proudly honor the memory of all of American’s heroic men and women who gave their all and paid the ultimate sacrifice when answering the call to duty. And this year, let’s also give a special tip of the flag to those secret Soldiers, Marines, Air Men and Sailors who “can’t talk about it,” not because it may still be classified, but because they never came home.

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n Saturday, May 7, another group of American heroes will receive special recognition for their service. Coastal Georgia Honor Flight will be transporting 55 WWII and Korean War veterans on a oncein-a-lifetime trip to the Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. that was built in their honor. The flight and trip costs each veteran nothing, and they are accompanied by volunteer guardians who help them throughout the day by pushing wheelchairs, assisting with loading/unloading, delivering lunch, and being a trusted companion. Coastal Georgia Honor Flight was established in 2014 as a local hub of the national non-profit organization Honor Flight. Because the average age of WWII veterans is 90 years old and they are dying at a rate of approximately 640 a day, Honor Flight believes it is imperative to make this “dream trip” a reality for these distinguished and deserving members of “The Greatest Generation.”

The day’s itinerary for the veterans includes an early morning arrival at the Brunswick Golden Isles airport for breakfast and a 7:00 a.m. departure, a bus ride from Baltimore followed by tours of the WWII, Air Force, Iwo Jima, Korean and Vietnam War Memorials, and Arlington National Cemetery. After this full and certainly emotional day, our local heroes will return to Brunswick at approximately 10:00 p.m. The community is invited to don patriotic attire and come out to the airport from 9:30-10:30 p.m. to welcome the group back to the airport as a further expression of our gratitude for their service and their value to our nation. If you would like to assist Coastal Georgia Honor Flight in other ways, donations are always welcome to defray trip costs. Each flight costs approximately $80,000 and is funded entirely by donations, so that there is no charge to our veterans. President of Coastal (continues)

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Georgia Honor Flight, Inc., Dave Olender, sayas “The Coastal Georgia community sponsors and donors who have made this year’s flight possible are greatly appreciated, but Coastal Georgia Honor Flight could still use more help. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated.” Donations may be made to Coastal Georgia Honor Flight, Inc., P.O. Box 2837, Brunswick, GA 31521 or by credit card via Paypal online at coastalgeorgiahonorflight.org. There is also more information on the website about signing up to act as a volunteer or guardian on Honor Flight trips. It’s a truly gratifying thing to be able to give back to those gave so much for us.

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n Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, the Veterans Council of the Golden Isles invites you to honor those brave men and women who served our country but are with us no longer by attending the Memorial Day remembrance ceremony at the Veterans War Memorial located near the Historic Glynn County Courthouse at 10:30 a.m. They also present the Veterans Council Patriot of the Year Award, in addition to hearing from Taps at Twilight committee distinguished guest speakers. The event is free and open to the public. That evening, thousands of St. Simons Island residents and island visitors will flock to Neptune Park for the St. Simons Island Rotary’s 26th annual Taps at Twilight Memorial Day observance. The program begins at 6:45 p.m. at the St. Simons Island Casino. Honorable David Purdue, United States Senator for Georgia, is this year’s keynote speaker. Rabbi Rachael Bregman of Temple Beth Tefilloh in Brunswick will deliver the invocation. Also in

attendance will be Dr. Greg Aloia, President of the College of Coastal Georgia. Jennifer Broadus, President of the St. Simons Island Rotary Club will officiate the program. Entertainment will be provided by the full complement of the Golden Isles Community Concert Band with accompaniment from the Men’s Chorus, conducted by Rhonda Hambright. Rhonda will sing the National Anthem and lead a medley of patriotic arrangements for the audience’s enjoyment. As is always the tradition, a full color guard from the United States Marine Corp will officiate in the placement of a ceremonial wreath at Veteran’s Walk. The ceremony will honor all of the men and women who have fallen in the service of our country, those who have valiantly served and returned, and those who are serving today. A single bugle will close the ceremony with a solemn herald of “Taps.” The Taps at Twilight tribute began in 1991 and has been repeated each year by the St. Simons Island Rotary Club as a gift to the community. Admission is free, and all are invited. The St. Simons Island Rotary will be selling Ameri-

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arsh’s Edge, a premier continuing care retirement community on St. Simons Island, has found a unique way to celebrate their members’ legacies and build connections through a new dining program called “Every Menu Has a Story.” The program is a collection of distinctive monthly dining experiences with menus that are designed to pay homage to a curated selection of life stories submitted by

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All of the servers, including Jojie Moleta-Deloach, dressed as train porters and engineers to recreate the locomotion themed restaurant. In back, Cathy and Dick Wilton sit at a private table much like the night he proposed.

members. Director of Dining Services Chris Campbell describes it as “an edible encyclopedia of the human experience.” Each month, members share their stories and experiences as they pertain to a given theme. Then, Executive Chef Geoffrey Gable will choose a story that inspires him to create a culinary event. By creating tasting notes, he will interpret the story into a menu. The process culminates in an event celebrating the month’s story through the inspired menu. While the retirement community is dedicated to providing restaurant-quality dining with

the freshest ingredients each day, this new program allows Gable and his team to push the dining envelope. “Every Menu Has a Story gives me the freedom to create new dishes and serve foods that our members have never tried,” said Gable. “Since each event is based off my interpretation of the story, it is almost like having a blank canvas where I can paint my culinary

masterpiece.” A description of the most recent event at Marsh’s Edge, where love met locomotion, should give you a better idea of how the concept works in action. Dick and Cathy Wilton’s love story began at a popular train-themed restaurant in Peoria, IL. For the Every Menu Has a Story event, which was entitled “Coupled Together,” the Sidney Lanier Dining Room transformed into an old timey boxcar. Even the staff got in on the action by dressing as porters and train engineers. To keep up with the trendy feel of the train restaurant, Gable was inspired to

create a farm fresh salad course that included a Baker Farms’ baby mustard greens topped with pickled red onion, charred tiny tomatoes and roasted tomato vinaigrette. The train restaurant will always be special to the Wiltons, as it is where they had their first date and where Dick proposed with a ring. He had proposed previously but never with a ring. On the night of the proposal, Cathy (continues)

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ing hand cut chateaubriand that was topped in a red wine demi-glace and served with julienne spring vegetables and miniature greens. For dessert, Gable wanted to capture the feel of the Wilton’s 50-year relationship and make something that was sweet, timeless and rich. In listening to the members following the event, Gable succeeded in that task with the white chocolate mousse topped with dark chocolate shavings that he served.

A farm fresh inspired salad course included Baker Farms’ baby mustard greens topped with pickled red onion, charred tiny tomatoes and roasted tomato vinaigrette. Below: Hand cut chateaubriand topped in a red wine demi-glace and served with julienne spring vegetables and miniature greens.

was completely surprised when the waiter removed the silver lid from plate and revealed a black ring box on top of her chateaubriand.

“The event surpassed our expectations,” continued Gable. “It was a joy to see the conversations and laughter throughout the evening. All of our members have stories to share and it will be a true joy to honor their legacies.”

It should come as no shock that she said yes. Gable sought to recreate the environment of the proposal with the entrée course by serv-

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he Glynn County Sports Hall of Fame recently hosted its 5th annual induction ceremony at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. The 2016 Hall of Fame induction class included former Glynn Academy and pro baseball player Kevin Drury, former Frederica and Glynn Academy soccer coach Gary Larkins, former Brunswick High and NFL player ReShard Lee, former Glynn Academy football coach and Glynn County athletic director C.M. Page (who is the only member inducted posthumously), and longtime sports editor Murray Poole. In attendance and accepting for ReShard Lee were his father, Rev. Charlie Lee and his mother, Ruth Lee. Accepting for C.M. Page were his daughter, Carol Ploeger, and grandson, Paul Ploeger. Past inductees were on hand to welcome the new class and to celebrate the 5th year of the Hall of Fame, which was formed in 2011 and now boasts a total of 30 inductees. The Hall of Fame also recognized the athletic, scholastic, and overall excellence of seven student-athletes from each of the three local high schools, honoring

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hat do you volunteer to do as part of your daily life? Maybe you bake cookies or cupcakes for your child’s class parties at school, or provide transportation for your child’s teammates to and from sporting events. Perhaps you coach, tutor, or mentor. You might even participate in activities as a member of a local civic group or non-profit organization. Generally speaking, these activities don’t require you to put your life on the line to protect others, but that’s exactly what the men and women who make up Glynn County Volunteer Firefighters, Inc. (GCVFF) volunteer to do. They have been protecting life and property in Glynn County since 1952 as they carry out their mission to support the Glynn County Fire Department and assist the county with fire department operations. 64

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and in good health. They may also provide shelter for rest and warmth, or cooling, during high heat events, equipment, firefighting materials, food and hydration as needed. All of this is done at no cost to the county fire department or Glynn County taxpayers. Unlike many emergency service organizations, GCVFF does not receive any tax revenue to support its operations. Members are never compensated for the time and skills that they volunteer. Expenses, such as supplies, training, equipment purchases, vehicle maintenance, etc. are funded entirely by donations from residents and the business community. Not only does this fund operations and services provided by GCVFF, it also pays for equipment that the county would not otherwise be able to afford. Past purchases have included power tools, ropes and other high angle rescue equipment, vehicle crash extrication equipment, fire hose, hand tools, and anything else used in firefighting and on-scene rehabilitation that the county fire department has needed and could not procure themselves.

All active members of GCVFF serve as part of an organized combination career/volunteer fire department. They are each trained and recognized as certified firefighters, support firefighters, and provide rehabilitation services while operating at the scene of a fire. This means that when there’s

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have taken their positions already trained and equipped to provide instant assistance and service. In addition, general education scholarship assistance has been provided to members of the county fire department and their families by GCVFF when needed and available. GCVFF has also provided training assistance and educational supplies including the core curriculum instructional materials, books, and training props for use in programs, instructor teaching aids, and audio-visual equipment. Due to their unique relationship with the county department, they often do joint classroom and practical training together, and as the budget constraints of the county department don’t always allow the best training resources, GCVFF can often provide valuable additional materials which will allow everyone to attain a higher level of education and expertise. Each year GCVFF holds a Firefighter Recognition Ceremony for all Glynn County fire department personnel, both paid and volunteer. Recognizing the retirees, the service records of the working firefighters, the heroic acts of some

to get together and celebrate their contributions to the community and to the protection of life and property. Another public recognition for firefighters provided by GCVFF is the Firefighter Memorial. Contributions and the gener-

of our members, and their families, in a public forum is a strong morale builder and team building event that would not otherwise take place due to the budgetary restrictions placed on the county fire department. This is often the only public recognition that any of these personnel receive, and it is funded entirely by the efforts of GCVFF. The event is cherished by all personnel and presents a great opportunity for all members of the firefighter community

ous support of individuals, community organizations, and businesses are what have enabled GCVFF to continue these important programs and services and to build upon them. You can help now by participating in the 3rd Annual Glynn County Volunteer Firefighter Golf Classic at Sea Palms Resort on May 21 as a player, or like EIL, as a sponsor. Format is a 4-man scramble with a 9:00 a.m. siren start. Prizes, raffles, and an awards ceremony are part of the day’s fun. Registration is $100 for an individual or $350 for a foursome to play in the tournament. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, with hole sponsorships only $100. To register to play or inquire about sponsorship, call 912.580.5895 or 912.222.9494. All donations are sincerely appreciated and provide valuable resources for this important organization.

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n our Coastal Georgia community, any heavy rain can cause local flooding, but storm surge – particularly from even an offshore hurricane – is a major concern, especially so on the barrier islands. Long before a weather event comes our way, families should be making a well thought out and comprehensive plan on how to react. From making an emergency plan, securing your home and belongings, evacuating the family to returning and repairing any possible damage, when coastal folks find it necessary to weather a coastal storm, preparation is absolutely critical! That is why the inaugural fun-filled Golden Isles Prep Rally is coming to the Brunswick waterfront. From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 21, every first responder agency in Glynn County, the U.S. Coast Guard, GA National Guard and many more local participants are coming together at Mary Ross Waterfront Park to answer your questions, alleviate your fears, and demonstrate for you and your family exactly what to do, where and when to evacu-

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ate, and what to pack for you and even for your family pets! There have been many needed evacuation plan changes since the Floyd nightmare in 1999. This energizing public outreach is long overdue to illustrate the individual’s role for self-reliance and explain Emergency Management’s direction through a fun and exciting approach. Hurricane season begins on June 1st so the Prep Rally, geared for our community in Coastal Georgia, is right on time! You may already know that you need to pack a bag with your medications, insurance information, first aid kit, flashlight, extra batteries, food and other essentials, but did you also know it’s prudent to prepare for 10 days worth of drinking water per person? It’s also a good idea to fill your bathtub with tap water before you leave to have clean-up water when you return. The Red Cross and Girl Scouts will have bug-out bags for kids to individualize on site and

the Prep Rally is the perfect and uniquely fun venue where you can learn just what to put in them. From dry stashing all of your important documents to putting essential files, documents, and photos on a thumb drive you can carry with you, you’ll get useful tips on how to best keep your information safe and available. The Glynn County Health Dept will also have a starter kit for you at the Prep Rally. Our flood planners are able to show on the big maps how your property may be impacted and how a storm surge can affect your house at different stages. We have a presentation or two that will open your eyes on wind and

flooding in Coastal Georgia. Ultimately, you will understand the reasons when officials say an evacuation is mandatory they really mean it! Home Depot will demonstrate securing your home and property from storm damage. They will also have a workshop for the kids teaching them safety and selfassurance. A helpful tip from the pros in case of evacuation: take lots of pictures of your home and other assets that will stay behind, both before and after the storm. Most of us would never dream of leaving our beloved pets behind. The local Chapter of Therapy Dogs International (TDI) is going to show you exactly what needs to go into the boogie bag for your furry family members. There will also be therapy dogs with adorable waggin’ tails on site for you to “paws” awhile for some love too! Sadly, after an evacuation or disaster, many pets become lost from their owners because they are not micro-chipped and/or the chips aren’t registered. Glynn County Animal Control wants to end that dilemma for you by microchipping your pet for free, (first come, first serve, as long as supply lasts), so don’t forget to bring your furry friends along. It’s important that your family knows how to make contact with each other if you become separated. In a disaster situation, cell towers may be down and wired lines could be useless too. So it’s wise to make an emergency contact card including where to

meet, nearest shelter, etc for each family member. How do you make the most of the limited packing space in your family vehicle? Your Toyota dealer will be at the Prep Rally with an exhibition for that. And remember, your emergency plan should always include a full tank of fuel! Local Fire, Police, GA National Guard and Georgia DNR emergency management teams will be on board to offer many useful tips and remedies for your family’s safety in any disaster. You’ll also be able to see how the local mobile emergency communications team will be “Semper Paratus” (Always Ready) in our community when cell towers and landlines are down. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will have our working mobile communications trailer on full display.

“Coastie,” the Coast Guard Safety Boat will be there to welcome and entertain the kids too. May 21- May 27 is National Safe Boating Week. When securing the homefront, it’s best to take your trailered boat with you, but

when you can’t, there are still ways to help keep it safe. There will be demonstrations on how to secure the boat where it sits, and how to use auger stakes and tie downs. If you remember, during the horrendous Hurricane Katrina flooding, countless teams of Coast Guard choppers and rescue swimmers worked tirelessly to rescue thousands of stranded residents. With that in mind, our Prep Rally highlight will be a presentation by U.S. Coast Guard Station Brunswick with their state-of-the-art 45’ response boat, a Dolphin helicopter and rescue swimmer from US Coast Guard Air Station Savannah who will demonstrate rescues on the waterfront. If you’ve never seen live “Helo Ops,” it’s a thrill!

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Lighthouse Concerts Return Be Happy.” They’ve been entertaining audiences for more than 50 years and had everyone on their feet during their fantastic performance last year. June 19, Soul Fish, a powerful rock quartet from Charleston will keep you singing and dancing all night with their extensive song list and wide range of song genres.

e are excited to once again be a sponsor for “A Little Light Music.” The summer concerts presented by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society return to the St. Simons Lighthouse lawn this month with five concerts featuring toe-tapping music to please the crowds. On May 8, The Tams kick off the series by inviting you to “Be Young, Be Foolish, and

Called “The Party Band of the South,” Still Cruzin’ brings the party to The Lighthouse on July 3. They play Motown, funk, and soul favorites as well as beach, shag, and high-energy dance tunes.

As always, the music will take place between 7:00-9:00 p.m. on select Sundays for optimal conditions on the oceanfront lawn. It’s a wonderful chance to catch some of the most beautiful sunsets in the Golden Isles. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs, blankets, favorite beverages, and a picnic dinner to wind down the weekend with friends and neighbors. Do a little dancing under the stars, and don’t forget to stop by to say “hi” to the EIL crew! We’re easy to spot and usually have some cool swag to hand out. Admission is $12 at the gate for adults. Children under 12 and Keepers of the Light are admitted free of charge. Additional sponsors are Merrill Lynch,

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for so many extra sales fliers in the newspaper was because we were honoring and remembering those who have, “laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom,” as Abraham Lincoln once wrote. Perhaps it was my own brother’s service in the Army upon graduation from high school, or when I began to consider

Men and women who have given their all in service to their country and their countrymen did so, no doubt, to ensure that the next generation could grow up in a nation, and in a world where they could play and shout and laugh. service myself; whatever triggered it, I have not taken Memorial Day or the men and women we remember for granted ever since. One of my first experiences on St. Simons Island, having moved here in the month of May, was to attend the Taps at Twilight Memorial Day commemoration at Neptune Park. Taps at Twilight is an annual observance sponsored by the local Rotary International chapter. Thousands gather on the lawn in front of the amphitheater for patriotic music, prayer, a wreath-laying, and remarks from a prominent military or public figure. It is well done, and quite moving. That first year I remember that it moved me to tears. I also remember the sounds of children during the moments of silence. Sometimes I experience episodes of early onset grumpy-old-manness (EOGOM), and I had a brief spell of EOGOM at that first Taps at Twilight. As the assembled gathering fell into respectful silence to honor the fallen, I was initially annoyed to hear the sounds of children breaking through that silence. If you’re not familiar with the geography at Neptune Park, adjacent to the lawn in front of the amphitheater is a picnic area, with a large playground just beyond that. The noises of

young children (the same ages as my own, no doubt), who were screaming and laughing in delight as they chased one another and did what kids do, wafted over the crowd. My first thought was really and truly wonderment about why no one was shushing them. But very quickly another thought popped into my head; a growing realization of what I was really hearing, and how right it was to be hearing it. My annoyance gave way to an awareness of the gift the music of those children’s voices represented; a juxtaposition of our reverent silence. The sound of children laughing and playing in their total innocence about what the adults were doing just 100 feet away defined the intention behind the sacrifices we were pausing to remember and honor. Men and women who have given their all in service to their country and their countrymen did so, no doubt, to ensure that the next generation could grow up in a nation, and in a world where they could play and shout and laugh. Those children’s voices were both the motivation for and the result of such sacrifices. In a similar way, I’ve relaxed some of my judgmentalism about the plethora of sales on everything from mattresses to trucks on

Memorial Day weekend. I used to think it was another example of people taking advantage of or coopting a holiday for personal gain. For me it used to rank up there with opening stores on Thanksgiving Day. I’ve come to realize, however, that again, when a person makes the ultimate sacrifice, they are sacrificing for the whole of what it means to be American, and that includes buying stuff on sale. If the shopper is aware that their great deal is the result of one more man or woman who didn’t come home alive, then I imagine it’s acceptable to go bargain hunting. I certainly think there is a line that we can cross, but for me the line is now drawn based on whether or not we are actually remembering appropriately on Memorial Day. I have not served in the military. I am very grateful to those who have served, including my brother, my father, a number of my uncles, and one of my grandfathers. I am very grateful for those who laid down their lives in service. I will be remembering them again this month, hopefully as I watch my own children run and play, the embodiment of the worth of such sacrifice. They are too young to fully appreciate the holiday and its meaning, but one day they too will understand and remember.

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n 2008, Southport Academy, a private Christian pre-school serving children from ages six weeks to four years old (Pre-K), opened its doors on Southport Parkway, adjacent to Satilla Marsh Elementary School, in Southwest Glynn County. What had started out for Patrice and Jonathan Havens as a quest to find quality pre-school care for their sons actually resulted in them opening a pre-school of their own to provide exactly the type of safe and loving Christian environment they sought. “It was the most exciting, yet frightening thing we had ever done,” says Patrice, who serves as owner and director. It was a proverbial leap of faith for Patrice and Jonathan, but it was, it seems, the right thing to do. In the school’s seven and a half years in operation, they have employed a staff of 15 and consistently enroll more than 75 children annually. But one thing the Havens family does not know how to do is leave well enough alone. So when Patrice received a call from a former parent who serves as an administrator of Lord of Life Lutheran Church on St Simons Island with an offer to bring Southport’s unique, yearround quality child care to one of their buildings, they knew it was destiny. Feeling a true call-

ing, they said, “YES!” After quite a few meetings with the current Brunswick staff, the church, bankers, lawyers and their family, they took yet another leap of faith. Now with their two sons, Jackson and John Abbott, who are 13 and 9 yrs old, they rolled up their sleeves and spent 8 months of late nights and weekends jumping through every hoop they had to and opened

Southport Academy at Lord of Life Lutheran Church on St. Simons Island. With a caring loving staff, wonderful children and their families, and a special new partnership with Lord of Life Lutheran Church, the school is open to great reviews and serving even more families than it had been for the past seven plus years.

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Considerations for Owners of Short-Term Rental Property By Joey Strength, HunterMaclean

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n increasing number of people are making their homes or rental properties available for short-term occupancy to others through local brokerage companies or online services such as Airbnb and VRBO.com. Last summer, over 17 million guests utilized Airbnb alone. While many owners see the ability to offer short-term rentals as a significant benefit of ownership, the practice has caused contention in the hospitality industry and among neighbors and led to new laws and regulations. There are several important factors that an owner should consider before making his or her property available for short-term rental. Zoning. Some zoning ordinances may restrict an owner’s ability to offer a property for short-term rental. It’s crucial to understand the intricacies of such ordinances, as penalties can include fines and even arrests. The dispute over one St. Simons Island zoning violation was taken all the way to the Georgia Supreme Court, which ruled against the property owners, and serves to limit the types of activities that can be carried on within a vacation home. Restrictive Covenants. Owners who are part of an association may be subject to

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covenants restricting their ability to engage in short-term rentals. Also, restrictive covenants governing subdivisions may be amended from time to time; at least one St. Simons Island subdivision is currently considering an amendment to prohibit short-term rentals. Insurance. An owner should review his or her insurance policies before making a property available for short-term rental, as some policies do not cover losses arising from the use of the property by short-term renters. Form of Ownership. Many owners choose to form an entity such as a limited liability company to hold title to short-term rental property in an effort to limit individual liability and provide anonymity. Legal Agreement. An owner should utilize a professionally drafted occupancy agreement, specific to the arrangement the owner wishes to establish with the occupant. There is a distinction in Georgia law between “innkeepers” and “landlords,” and the distinction can have significant consequences

if a tenant’s property is lost during an occupancy period or if the occupant refuses to leave at the end of an occupancy period. An occupancy agreement should identify the nature of the relationship, the rights and responsibilities between the parties, and any special restrictions an owner wishes to place on the use of the property, to best protect the owner’s interests. Taxes. Owners should be aware that shortterm rentals are subject to local, state, and federal taxes, including in some cases sales taxes and specially designated taxes, and communities are beginning to take proactive steps to collect taxes on short-term rentals. While vacation rental opportunities garner much attention, it’s important to remember that, from a legal standpoint, there is a great deal of risk involved. Property owners should consider these factors when deciding whether or not to make a property available for short-term rental, and take appropriate steps to protect themselves and their interests, if they do.

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THERE WAS MUCH NOSHING, DRINKING, DANCING AND REVELRY AT THE 2ND ANNUAL JEWISH FOOD & CULTURAL FESTIVAL presented by Temple Beth Tefilloh at Morningstar Marina. Blitzes and bagels, matryoshka and mezuzahs! There wasn’t a dry eye around the huppa when Rabbi Rachael Bregman performed the 50 year vow renewal for Mason and Barbara Stewart (who wore her original veil). 1. Erin Embery, Pat Weaver, Nancy Lightman. 2. Francesca Constantino, Guillermo Canche, Lindsay Greenberg, Dorinda Vassigh, Travis Wessler. 3. Klezmer Local 42 playing traditional music. 4. Gwyne Falo, Judy and John Ferguson. 5. Rabbi Rachael Bregman with Barbara and Mason Stewart. 6. Sandy Cerrato, Andrea Altman, Debbie Imschwelier. 7. Denise Esserman, Jay Cochran, Carolyn Johnson. 8. Nothing says Jewish food like good latkes! 9. Michelle MacGregor, Olesea Bogdesco. 10. Peggy Sheffield, Sally Sasser. 11. Kanda Martin, Carole Ploeger, Diane Lovin. 12. Laura Lafaurie, Phil Caputo, Rosy Beverley. 13. Amanda Biffle, Kacee Popa, Alicia Villela. 14. Matryoshka nesting dolls and mezuzahs. 96

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COASTAL GEORGIA PARTNERS IN PHILANTHROPY AND STEWARDS OF THE GEORGIA COAST RECENTLY HOSTED A CONSERVATION DONORS ROUNDTABLE at Musgrove Plantation. Ian Davidson, Director for Bird and Wildlife Conservation at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and Brad Winn, Director of Shorebird Habitat Mangement with Manomet were guest speakers. 1. Charley Hood, Valerie Hepburn. 2. Roger Ryan, Jim and Nancy DeLong. 3. Greer Brown, Barbara Weikel. 4. Mac Nease, Lindee Lucas. 5. Jeanne Manning, David Weitnauer. 6. Rees Sumerford, Phyllis Brown, Brooke Sumerford. 7. Mack and Leslie Mattingly, Ben and Carol Slade. 8. Tim Keys, Brad Winn, Rob Hicks, Scott Coleman, Sarah Ross. 9. Keith Weikel, Art Lucas. 10. Wanda Hicks, Ginger Hodges. 11. Ian Davidson, Jack Halsey, Justin Pepper. 12. Mimsie and Reese Lanier. 13. Jenny and Stan Humphries. 98

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THE ST. SIMONS COTILLION RECENTLY HELD A NEW MEMBER LUNCHEON AT THE LOVELY MARSHSIDE HOME OF JENNIFER BUTLER. Susan Davenport was welcomed as the club’s new member. It was a beautiful afternoon of fellowship and fun. 1. Janet Brown, Meady Watkins, Anna Stroud, Jennifer Butler. 2. Susan Davenport, Emily Davenport. 3. Melissa Stroud, Kim Maupin. 4. Elizabeth Brunson, Nancy Pandolfi. 5. Ginny Johnson, Beth Barrett. 6. Kissy Tuten, Renee Tuten, Anna Whelchel. 7. Sally Stroud, Kathleen Durham, Mindy Tolle. 8. Helen Billings, Susie Benefield, Brooke Sumerford. 9. Jennifer Robinson, Pagent Meredith, Jenny Thompson, Elizabeth Brunson. 10. Julie Beimer, Anna Downey, Deanna Carrillo, Kim Chitty. 11. Meady Watkins, Anna Tripp, Ann Harrell, Susan Davenport, Angie Dekle, Sally Jones. 12. Judy Parker, Kanda Martin, Andrea Altman. 13. Louise Bledsoe, Rhonda Hicks. 14. Bess Thompson, Caroline Champion. 100 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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THE WEATHER WAS SPECTACULAR FOR THE 63RD ANNUAL CHRIST CHURCH TOUR OF HOMES. Whether venturing to visit the gorgeous home in Village Oaks, or boarding buses to tour the spectacular stops in Frederica Township and on Sea Island, the visitors who came from Texas to New York, Atlanta to Amelia, and Michigan to Macon were all smiles. 1. Barbara King, Barbara Mueller. 2. Tina McElhatton, Merri Beverly. 3. Lynne and Ed Turner, Beth Smith. 4. Connie Zehner, Donna Miller. 5. Melissa Danielson, Jeanne Goldie. 6. Beverly Lewis, Felecia Green. 7. Jack and Kathy Nebel, Bill and Rosie Nebel. 8. Beth Castellaw, Betty Morris, Lynn Deaton. 9. Catherine Capps, Bill and Ladye Heisel, Jerry Capps. 10. Nancy Hoke, Dianne Cates. 11. Cathy Goldman, Kellie Bower, Sandy Bower. 12. Joe and Glenda Wierzbicki. 13. Stephanie Jones, Nancy Ford, Therisa Ingley, Connie Abel. 14. Denise Morgan, Linda Garner. 102 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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ZIGGY’S WAS SHAMROCKIN’ ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY with a fundraiser for Communities in Schools of Glynn. Delicious food, lots of music, and maybe even a wee bit of shenanigans kept the attendees smiling during this fun event. 1. Matthew Blackstone, Lynn Love, Earlene and Skeeter Dickson. 2. Mary Jenrette, Kimsey Shanks, Sharon Toscano. 3. Kevin and Amy McMenamin, Mackay Cate. 4. Brent and Tonya Barbee. 5. Brian and Melanie Weese. 6. Mary Kay Sellars, Steve Sadler. 7. Lovely leprechauns spreading the merriment. 8. Amy Fritchman, Allison Ross. 9. Jessica Hargiss, Taylor Wilson, Donna Wilson. 10. Martin McCormack, Cindi Phillips. 11. Jason and Heather Horton, Devin Messick, Tyler Parks. 12. Trae Ross, Jack Kilgore, Mackay Cate, Dave Wilkins, Marc Mercer. 13. AJ Berry, Jr., Darlene Moye. 14. Cynthia and John Rogers. 104 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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THE MULTI-GENERATIONAL LEGACY OF THE PIRATES OF THE SPANISH MAIN WAS CELEBRATED AT THE ANNUAL CASA FASHION SHOW at The Cloister on Sea Island. The signature fundraiser showed off sporty ensembles and elegant attire from local boutiques modeled by former and present Pirates while the attendees enjoyed a delicious luncheon. 1. Catherine Wood, Juliette Jackson, Dana Watkins. 2. Mary Moore Bishop, Mary Bishop. 3. Melissa Andon, Patti Judge, Susie Gioia. 4. Malinda Mortin, Sally Jones, Jamie Curtis. 5. Judy Saalfield, Sue Sayer, Lynn Hamil, Annette Scholze. 6. Laila Andersen, Isabelle Andersen, Mary Butin. 7. Ann Tuten, Sandra Bronson, Patti Parker, Bootie Wood, Dorothy McClain. 8. Caroline Carter, Jennifer Butler, Tally Brillembourg. 9. Jane Segerberg, Gayle Brady, Alisha Seymour. 10. Mary Walters, Mary Hunter Slaton, Narci Drossos, Lillian Clarke. 11. Jane Segerberg, Gayle Brady, Jordan Brown, Gayle Brown. 12. Adgate Cole, Dedie Jordan. 13. Vicki Skywark, Janice Grimes. 14. Gloria Gash, Toddie Harris. 106 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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CANINES AND THEIR COMPANIONS BRAVED INTERMITTENT RAIN SHOWERS TO COME OUT TO MARY ROSS WATERFRONT PARK FOR BARK FOR LIFE. Part of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life campaign, this event included non-competitive dog walking and entertainment by the

Jumpin’ Jax Flyball Club. And who better to provide the music than Suzy and the Bird Dogs?!

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SIXTEEN CHEFS FROM TOP GOLDEN ISLES RESTAURANTS, CATERERS, AND UPSCALE MARKETS PUT FORTH THEIR DELICIOUS OFFERINGS FOR THE JUDGES’ PANEL AND EAGER ATTENDEES AT A TASTE OF GLYNN at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. The Public House at Sea Palms Resort took home the People’s Choice Award, but everyone who participated in the fundraiser for Glynn Community Crisis Center was a winner! 1. Caylee and Joel Bickmore, Justin and Sarah Davidson. 2. Bill and Elizabeth Jordan. 3. Patty Capper, Sophia Condon, Susan Bates. 4. Nicole Lillibridge, Rudy Radakovich. 5. Steve and Chandra Kendall. 6. David Haney, Adrienne Browning, Jourdin Davis, Mark Watson. 7. Wayne and Donna Johnson. 8. Deb Wirtz, Elise Lewis. 9. Sarah Kreimbourg, Janelle Harvey, Kelly Spaeder. 10. Michael Bostic, Kristile Heck, Brittany Crotty, Crystal Ferrier. 11. Brittany and Gantt Lairsey, Brett Nobles, Molly Rumph. 12. Lil Hoepfinger, Lasse Gammage. 13. Amy Anderson, Tina Pope. 14. Mark Beaudry, Ed O’Grady, Laura Beaudry, Marilyn Steiner. 110 E L E G A N T I S L A N D L I V I N G

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Glynn Academy. This Year’s Graduates Are Part of 288 Years of History.

lynn County has one of only three surviving academies founded in the 18th century to provide free public education for Georgia students. Glynn Academy was established in 1788, three years after the founding of the University of Georgia. Commissioners were appointed to provide funding for the new academy by selling lots around a designated town commons in Brunswick. It was not until the early 20th century that property taxes were levied to fund education.

umns on the façade was constructed on the campus in 1909. A third brick structure, today known as the Glynn Academy Building, was dedicated in 1923 as a memorial to local servicemen who died in World War I.

The first recorded Academy building was located on a five-acre tract at the corner of Ellis and L Streets. The location was changed in 1840 when a new structure was built on the northern half of Hillsborough Square. This wooden building was in use for about fifty years and was replaced in 1889 by a large brick building later called the Annex. An additional brick building with impressive col-

This month’s photographs show Glynn Academy students standing in front of the 1909 building (circa 1910) and on the steps of Memorial Hall (1929).

judgment, the imagination.” Chemistry was divided into Boys’ Chemistry and Household Chemistry, the latter being “specially fitted for girls” and dealing with household chemicals, photography, foods and cooking. This course was not to be confused with Home Economics, which was a separate department. The bulletin also lists Glynn Academy graduates from 1888, with a class of just 6 students, to 1922 with a class of 25 students.

The Glynn Academy bulletin shown here dates from 1922. Within its pages the importance of studying Latin was stressed “because it develops the memory, the reason, the

Since its founding in 1965, the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s archival collection has grown to over 15,000 historically important artifacts, documents and photographs.

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

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Articles inside

SSI Archives

Considerations for Owners

Lighthouse Concerts Return

Honoring the Holiday

Haven for Children

Every Menu Has a Story

Tripletail Triple Play

As Southern As

Let Freedom Ring

Art that Captures the Heart

2016 Golden Isles Prep Rally

Vital Volunteers

A Tribute to Local Sports Greats