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The thick masonry walls of Fort Pulaski are a hallmark of America’s Third System fortifications, thought to be nearly impenetrable. Photo by Joe Loehle.

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he southeastern coast has such stories to tell about the birth and growth of this place called America, the battles for her ownership and the fights that took place to maintain her freedom.

Historic sites and forts are plentiful all along the coastline, and we have several worth visiting that are

less than a couple hours away. Some sites were Native American settlements before they became colonial fortifications. It wasn’t only Confederate and Union soldiers holding these grounds, the battlements were traversed by British, French, and Spanish troops. Whether stone bulwarks, wooden barracks, or tabby armories, you can hear the echo of the cannons of America’s military history on these grounds if you take the time to listen. (continues)

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The struggle between British and Spanish forces at Fort Frederica was key to the future of the young colony of Georgia. Photo by Joe Loehle.

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et’s begin our exploration of military history along the coast right here in our own backyard.

St. Simons Island is the home of Fort Frederica. The struggle for domination of the New World took place between Great Britain and Spain on this island we call home. The “debatable land” was claimed

by France, Spain, and Great Britain. A different outcome here may have led to a decidedly different future for this new colony of Georgia!

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eral James Oglethorpe, Fort Frederica was the focus of defense for the newly formed English colony of Georgia. A British victory over the Spanish at the Battle of Bloody Marsh, which took place about six miles south of the fort in 1742, secured Britain’s hold on Georgia. After Oglethorpe’s regiment was disbanded in 1749, the fort and town fell into decline, and a fire in 1758 destroyed most of the buildings. Remains of the fortified settlement include ruins of the fort, barracks, walls, moats, and foundations of several houses. (continues)

6515 Frederica Rd. St. Simons Island, Georgia 912.638.3630 Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day) Entrance Fee: Free Pets: Allowed if leashed. Not permitted in buildings, on ruins.

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History comes to life during Scottish Heritage Days and other garrison events at Fort King George.

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ort King George, located at the mouth of the Altamaha River in Darien was Georgia’s first colonial British garrison and is the oldest English fort remaining on the Georgia coast.

It was the southernmost outpost of the British Empire in North America until 1735. Scoutmen led by Col. John “Tuscarora Jack” Barnwell constructed a cypress blockhouse, a palisaded earthen

coastal environment, and disease.

After the fort was abandoned, Gen. Oglethorpe brought Scottish Highlanders to the site in 1736.

Their settlement, called Darien, saw the creation of an early sawmill operation and eventually became a foremost exporter of lumber until 1925. The facility today contains a reconstructed blockhouse, officers’ quarters, barracks, guardhouse, moat, and palisades in addition to the brick ruins of its early sawmill

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fort, and barracks in 1721 to stop French and Spanish expansion.

The fort was destroyed by fire in 1726 and rebuilt the following year. His Majesty’s Independent Company garrisoned the fort until 1728, enduring threats of Spanish and Indian attacks, a harsh

operation, tabby ruins, and a small graveyard. The surviving portions of the sawmill are significant and rare examples of early colonial industry in Georgia. A museum and film interpret the history of the area back to the days of the Guale Indians. (continues)

Closed Mondays (except holidays), Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day Entrance Fee: Adults (18-61) $7.50, Seniors (62+) $7, Youth (6-17) $4.50, Children under 6 admitted free of charge.

Pets: Allowed if leashed. Not permitted in buildings, on ruins. gastateparks.org/FortKingGeorge Upcoming/Special events: First Saturday events; Cannons Across the Marsh, July 4 10am-4pm; Sights and Sounds of the Sawmills, August 12, 10am-2pm.

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ort Morris is one of the few remaining Revolutionary War era earthwork fortifications in the United States.

First fortified in the 1750s, the fort was manned to protect the once prosperous seaport town of Sunbury. When the Continental Congress convened in 1776, the delegates recognized the importance of a fort to protect their growing seaport from the British.

Soon afterwards, 200 patriots fortified and garrisoned a low bluff on the Medway River at Sunbury.

When the British demanded the fort’s surrender on November 25, 1778, the defiant Col. John McIn-

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tosh replied, “Come and take it!”

Instead, the British withdrew back to Florida only to return fortyfive days later with superior force.

After a short but heavy bombardment, Fort Morris surrendered to the British on January 9, 1779, the last patriot post to fall in the American Revolution. Later called Fort Defiance, this bulwark was once again used against the British during the War of 1812, and Sunbury’s harbor was guarded by armed barges. Today, visitors can stand within the earthwork remains and view scenic Saint Catherines Sound. A museum and film describe the colonial port of Sunbury and the site’s history.

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Pets: Allowed if leashed. Not permitted in buildings, on ruins. gastateparks.org/FortMorris Upcoming/Special events: Memorial Day Commemoration, May 29, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Independence Day Colonial Faire 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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ocated south of Savannah on the banks of the Ogeechee River, this scenic park showcases the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederate Army. Built in 1861 on the plantation of Lt. Col. Joseph Longworth McAllister to provide protection from the US Navy and defense of the rice plantations, the earthworks were designed to withstand considerable bombardment by the Union. The fort was attacked seven times by Union ironclads but did not fall until

the Confederate defenders were overwhelmed in a 15-minute land assault that took place in December 1864. That battle essentially ended General William T. Sherman’s “March to the Sea” by providing the Union with control of the Ogeechee River, an avenue to the sea and open supply line which would enable him to prepare for the siege and capture of Savannah.

The grounds include cannons, a hot shot furnace, bombproof barracks, palisades, and the Civil War museum contains artifacts, a video and gift shop. (continues)

Hours: Park 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. daily; Office 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Entrance Fee: Adults (18-61) $9, Seniors (62+) $8, Youth (6-17) $5, Children under 6 admitted free of charge.

(Guests just visiting the historic site do not have to pay $5 parking fee.)

Pets: Allowed if leashed. Not permitted in buildings, on ruins. gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister Upcoming/Special Events: Guided tours at 2:00 p.m. daily.

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mander who fought under the command of George Washington, the fort, located at the mouth of the Savannah River on Cockspur Island, took 18 years and approximately $1 million to build. It was part of America’s ambitious Third System of coastal fortifications.

The completed two tier structure is a truncated hexagon that faces east and includes a demilune, moat, two powder magazines, and a large parade ground. The lower walls are made of local brownish “Savannah Gray” brick. Rose red brick from Baltimore, Maryland and Alexandria, Virginia, was used in the arches and embrasures because it is harder than the gray.

With walls made of 7 ½ foot thick solid brick backed by massive piers of masonry, and surrounded on all sides by wide swampy marshes and the broad waters of the Savannah River, the fort was considered impregnable by most military authorities. Ships of the (continues)

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The Tale of the Immortal Six Hundred

Navy could not safely come within effective range of this citadel, and there was no firm ground closer than Tybee Island (approximately 2 miles away) on which land batteries could be erected. All military experience prior to 1862 had taught that smoothbore guns and mortars had little chance to break through heavy masonry walls beyond a distance of 700 yards.

However, Sherman’s Chief Engineer, Cpt. Quincy Gillmore did some careful reconnaissance, and relying on his knowledge of the test records of the rifled gun, a new weapon with which the Army had begun to experiment in

1859, reported to Sherman that it would, in fact, be possible to reduce Fort Pulaski with mortars and rifled guns from Tybee Island.

Sherman approved Gillmore’s plan to attack Pulaski, but had little faith that the attack would be successful. Yet in 1862, using newly developed rifled cannons with superior range and penetrating power, the Federals breached the walls of the fort in a 30-hour bombardment that forced a Confederate surrender.

The restored fort stands today as a monument to that milepost in history where the power of technology and progress rendered previous concepts of invincibility obsolete and made

In October 1864, Union troops stationed at Fort Pulaski accepted transfer of a group of imprisoned Confederate officers who were being held in South Carolina. Following word that 600 Union officers imprisoned in the city of Charleston were exposed to direct line of fire from Federal artillery, Federal Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton, ordered that 600 prisoners of war be positioned on Morris Island in Charleston harbor within direct line of fire from Confederate guns at Fort Sumter. A standoff continued until a yellow fever epidemic forced Confederate Major General S. Jones to remove the Federal prisoners from the city limits. The Confederate prisoners were then transferred the from the open stockade at Morris Island to Fort Pulaski. On October 23,1864, more than 500 tired, emaciated, and ill-clothed troops arrived at Cockspur Island.

These prisoners became known as the Immortal Six Hundred. Early on they received extra rations and were promised extra blankets and clothing; however, despite the best intentions of the fort’s command, these promises fell short.

Thirteen prisoners died, mostly from dehydration due to dysentery, and were buried on site.

The remainder of the prisoners were transferred to Fort Delaware in March of 1865.

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astillo de San Marcos is the oldest existing permanent seacoast fortification in the continental United States. The northernmost outpost of the Spanish Caribbean, Castillo de San Marcos was the focus of the struggle between

Great Britain and Spain for regional supremacy during the 17th and 18th centuries. During the American Revolution, it was the site of a British garrison. The fort was last employed for defensive purposes in 1898 during the Spanish-American War. Constructed from as

yet untested quarried coquina stone and tabby mortar, the Castillo was built between 16721756 to protect Spanish territory in Florida and the shipping routes along the Florida coast. The present star-shaped fort, surrounding moat, and earthworks replaced (continues)

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an earlier series of earth and wood fortifications. In 1702, Governor James Moore of Charleston led his English forces against St. Augustine. He captured the town and set his cannon up amongst the houses to bombard the Castillo. However, instead of shattering, the coquina stone of the fortress merely compressed and absorbed the shock of the hit. Cannon balls either bounced off or sunk 32

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in a mere few inches. Thirty-eight years later, when General Oglethorpe bombarded the Castillo for 27 days, the walls still held firm.

Seeing that success, coquina stone was used once again when the Spanish decided to fortify the southern approaches to St. Augustine by building Fort Matanzas later that year, and, like the Castillo, this smaller fort was never captured. If not for coquina, perhaps the Brit-

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Pets: Pets on a 6-foot leash are welcome in the park, including on the beach and trails. Pets are not allowed in the visitor center, on the boat, or at the fort. nps.gov/foma/ Upcoming/Special events: Follow @FortMatanzasNPS on Facebook for upcoming event information and details about ferry access. *Special note: due to damage from hurricane Matthew, there is not any ferry service to the fort at this time.

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t was the threat of the British in the Carolina and Georgia colonies which led to the building of the Castillo de San Marcos in 1672-1695, and following two failed sieges by the British, the building of Fort Matanzas in 1740-1742 to guard the southern approaches to the city. Fort Matanzas takes its name from the Spanish word for “slaughter.” At this site in 1565, Spanish forces killed 250 French Huguenots in an effort to protect their territorial claims from the French. Fort Matanzas, constructed from 1737 to 1742, was part of an important Spanish defense network which included nearby Castillo de San Marcos. Like Castillo de San Marcos and Fort Caroline, Fort Matanzas represents the struggle between European nations for possession of the New World.

2601 Atlantic Ave Fernandina Beach, Florida 904.277.7274 Hours: Park is open 8:00 a.m. to sunset, daily. Fort is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visitor Center is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Entrance Fee: Park admission: $6 per vehicle (2-8 people per vehicle), $4 single occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers; Fort admission $2 per person.

Pets: Domestic pets are permitted in designated day-use areas at all Florida State Parks. They must be kept on a handheld leash that is six feet or shorter and be well-behaved at all times. They are not allowed on beaches or playgrounds, in park buildings or cabins. floridastateparks.org/park/Fort-Clinch Upcoming/Special events: On the first weekend of every month, the park holds a garrison of many soldiers who demonstrate skills such as carpentry, masonry, cooking, blacksmithing, small arms demonstrations and cannon firing as well as interpreting the use of many of the buildings such as the quartermaster, infirmary and jailhouse. $2 fee in addition to regular admission for this family-friendly educational event.

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he site at the entrance to the St. Marys River and the Cumberland Sound has been occupied by various military troops since 1736. In order to protect the natural deep-water port of Fernandina, construction of a fort, later named Fort Clinch for General Duncan Lamont Clinch, a prominent figure in the Second Seminole War, was begun in 1847. The pentagonal brick fort with both inner and outer walls was one of a series of masonry forts constructed between 1816-1867 known as Third System Fortifications. Never fully completed (likely due to lessons learned during the fall of Fort Pulaski) Fort Clinch was a safe haven for blockade runners during the Civil War and was considered the base of Union operations in the area throughout that time. Briefly occupied by Confederate forces, its recapture

by Federal troops in early 1862 gave the Union control of the adjacent Georgia and Florida coasts. The fort was used in 1898 during the Spanish-American War, but was then abandoned.

Fort Clinch became one of the state’s first parks in 1935, and the Civil Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the buildings in 1936, followed by the creation of roads and campgrounds in 1937. Today, visitors touring the fort can see what it may have looked like as it was being built by Army Engineers. (continues)

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ort Caroline National Memorial and the Ribault monument are part of the Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve at the mouth of the St. John’s River.

France made its first attempt to stake a permanent claim in North America by establishing a settlement here during the sixteenth century.

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as a commercial venture and to gain a share of the riches that Spain was obtaining through trade and plunder due to their foothold in the Americas, religious conflict in France broadened the goals and the colony was offered up as refuge for the persecuted Hugeunots (French Protestants). An exploratory expedition, commanded by Jean Ribault, left France in February 1562. On this voyage, Ribault erected a stone column bearing the coats of arms of his French King Charles IX to claim Florida for France. In 1564, with help from the Timucua Indians, the colonists began building a village and fort on the river’s south bank, naming the area La Caroline. Spain viewed the settlement of La Caroline as a threat to its sovereignty in the New World and King Philip II of Spain ordered Admiral Pedro Menéndez and his armada to remove the French. On September 20, 1565, the fort was attacked and more than

140 Frenchman were killed. Another 350 settlers and soldiers were massacred by the Spanish at the place that became known as Matanzas. France never again strongly challenged Spanish claims in North America.

In 1924, land was donated near Mayport for a column designed by Florida sculptor Charles Adrian Pillars to mark the location of Ribault’s first arrival. The monument has since been moved to its permanent home on St. Johns Bluff as part of the Fort Caroline National Memorial, an outdoor exhibit of the original fort constructed by the National Park Service in 1964. The original site of Fort de la Caroline has never been determined, but is believed to have been located near the memorial. Recently, however, there has been evidence discovered that suggests Caroline may have been located farther north, perhaps in Georgia.

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t’s almost summer time! That means grabbing your friends and family and heading to the St. Simons Lighthouse for the monthly A Little Light Music concerts. Elegant Island Living is proud to once again be a sponsor of the concert series presented by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society, as well as Merrill Lynch, Brown-Rose Wealth Management, Straton Hall Events, Moore Stephens Tiller and Sea Island Landscaping and Sea Island Properties. Per-

PICNICS formances are held on Sunday evenings in May through September from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and tickets are $12 for adults; children under 12 are admitted free of charge. Tickets may be purchased in advance in the Museum Store located at the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, or at the gate the evening of the concert. We’ve put together some fun ideas for your picnics and evening accessorizing for each of the concerts. You’ll be the envy of all those around you! (continues)

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Celebrate Mother’s Day early by taking mom out to the May 7th concert to “Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy” with The Tams. They’ve been entertaining and thrilling audiences for over 50 years with songs like that one. A returning crowd favorite, The Tams have had four #1 songs at the national and international levels. Some people call what they play “beach music,” but their shows are a fun mix of smooth soul, Motown, and R&B. Make Mom’s night extra special with some wine and flowers too. Wicker basket, painted acrylic wine glass, TAG melamine plates, Corkcicle canteen and Fouta towel can all be found at St. Simons Drugs. ACE Garden Center has lovely hydrangeas in baskets, mason jar lanterns with solarpowered twinkle lights, and the garden flag pole to hang them.

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Rock Out On June 4, Charleston-based classic rock quartet Soul Fish will keep you dancing and singing all night long. Soul Fish is a seasoned party band well known for their powerful performances and versatile selection of tunes for every show. Keep cool with a chair with built-in fan, and Yeti cooler from Island ACE Hardware, where you can also pick up the Big Kat Buggy featuring two drink and four fishing pole holders and big tires to make it easy to pull, even through sand, for your beach outings. A manly tote and leather bottle koozie by White Wing, and a bamboo knife, all from Indigo and Cotton, paired with some bologna sausage from Southern Soul would make the evening out a good one for any guy.

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Still Cruzin’ brings their A-game for the pre-Independence Day weekend celebrations on July 2. An interactive party and show band with over 30 years in the entertainment industry, Still Cruzin’s members have played with some of the best musicians in the world, including the Drifters, James Brown, and Percy Sledge. Show your patriotic pride with colorful pinwheels, flag tablecloth, pillow, and Ventura chair from St. Simons Drug Co. The cooler bag by Twine by True Fabrications holds place settings for 4 and pairs perfectly with a Mudpie Martha’s Vineyard Tote, both from The Market at Sea Island. Swiss cheese board from Indigo and Cotton. Mini folding table from Island ACE Hardware.

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Staying true to the original recordings, local favorites Island Garage Band will take you “back in time” on August 6 with some of your favorite classic rock hits from Steely Dan, Chicago, Allman Brothers, and much more. Relax and enjoy the evening in true St. Simons Island style with an SSI tote from Island Republic, SSI wine glasses from St. Simons Memories, plus some Sea Island label wine (available in 5 types – each named by number, if you buy them all, it’s the Sea Island zip code!). Wine, True Metro bottle tote with accessories, Twine wicker picnic basket with place settings for two, and Picnic Stix wine glass holders are available at The Market at Sea Island. Serve up local shrimp on a shrimp platter and bowl by Golden Rabbit from St. Simons Drug Co., where you can also find the True North Coolers stainless steel beer mug and the Beachcomber reclining beach mat.

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On September 3, the concert series will wrap up with perennial favorites The Sensational Sounds of Motown. These pros have been entertaining audiences throughout the Southeast for nearly 20 years with their excellent, high-energy performances. Tunes from Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye never fail to get people up dancing, and that’s just their first set! Make your night sparkle with a batik scarf, gold quilted bag, and rhinestone sandals from Go Fish and a sun hat from Island Republic. Dash and Albert rug, gold candles, Firenze acrylic glasses and Q Squared acrylic pitcher from Indigo and Cotton. Black slate cheese board by Hand Crafted by Adrians, available at The Market at Sea Island.

Check the Elegant Island Living website, coastalgeorgiahistory.org, or the Coastal Georgia Historical Society Facebook page for news and weather updates during the concert season. Thanks to all our advertisers who loaned their wares to Julie Andrew to create these festive settings for an evening of fun.

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he 143rd annual Run for the Roses and the viewing party and signature fundraiser for Frederica Academy will take place on Saturday, May 6.

Horses and hats. Bourbon and betting windows. A taste of the Bluegrass State comes to Sea Island Retreat Golf Course in this eagerly anticipated annual event.

Ladies adorned with gorgeous and colorful hats and gentlemen bedecked in their Southern finest will arrive for the opening of the gates at 5:00 p.m. Sea Island will be serving

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up delicious Southern fare and plentiful libations that rival what you’d find in a box seat at Churchill Downs. While the focus of the festive evening may be “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” at 6:15 p.m. where a simulcast of the running of the Kentucky Derby will be shown on large screen televisions both inside and outside, that is certainly not all there is to this fantastic night of fun!

But do be sure to place your wager on your favorites to win after you grab a mint julep to kick off the festivities. Seeing the competition for top honors in the annual hat parade might be almost as exciting as cheering on

your favorite horse and jockey. The competition might not seem as intense, but these ladies do come in stunning spectators and creative chapeaux designed to impress!

The live auction bidding and emcee repartee provides more lively entertainment after the race. The live and silent auctions feature unique travel packages and adventures, a vast array of art, jewelry, accessories, collectibles, gift baskets, and many other highly coveted prizes. Additionally, there is a raffle drawing for a well-equipped golf cart that’s perfect for island travel.

Local band Squirt Gun will keep the fun going and get the crowd dancing with favorite tunes from the 80s and 90s during the post-race band party. These talented musicians regularly entertain in the Golden Isles and know how to please their audiences. You’ll be having such a great time that you’ll want the party to continue even after the night winds-down at Retreat.

This is the 16th year for Frederica Academy’s signature fundraiser, and it truly is an active partnership between the school and the community in making this a success. Student and teachers are actively involved. You’ll see some amazing student-created items and class projects in the silent auction. The t-shirt designs and art for the event are created by (continues)

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students and teachers each year. This year’s artwork displayed on the poster and other media was painted by FA teacher Laura Edenfield.

Money raised from the event and auction is used directly for the school’s operating costs.

Your support helps Frederica Academy to maintain a high level of excellence in its programs for students and faculty, as well as maintaining the campus grounds and facilities. Every dollar given to Frederica Academy through donations or participation in events, raffles, and auction bidding is used to immediately impact the daily life of the students, faculty, and staff, and to support programs and projects that enrich the Frederica Academy experience. This year’s Derby Day event promises to once again be a spectacular evening in a beautiful setting that will benefit students in our community for years to come.

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Purchase your Derby Day tickets and golf cart raffle tickets online at fredericaacademy.org.

Then plan to take this special night to stop and smell the roses!

If you can’t get to Derby Day or are throwing a viewing party of your own, or even just to get in the spirit before the May race, here’s a terrific twist on the Kentucky Hot Brown.

The traditional sandwich is a delicious openface creation with turkey, bacon, and tomato, smothered in a Mornay sauce. However, they’re a bit messy to be considered ideal finger food for a party. This version takes essentially the same ingredients and serves them up as tasty little sliders. A full batch of 12 disappears almost as fast as the Derby race itself, so make a bunch and enjoy!

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Sunday, May 14 is Mother’s Day. Restaurants will be packed with brunch parties and florists and garden stores will be picked over for posies. While flowers and family dining are always appreciated by moms, maybe it’s time to stretch your creative muscles and come up with something different to spoil the women in your life who you celebrate on this day.

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s Mom a movie buff? Then why not take her to Island Cinemas for the Sunday Flashback Cinemas showing of The Sound of Music. This 1965 classic musical starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer has perfect scenery for viewing on the big screen – can’t you just see Maria twirling on the mountain top? – and you probably both know it so well that you can sing along. Don’t be afraid to make it a family affair; after all, that’s

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what the Von Trapps were all about! Movie showtimes are at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Maybe the mother of your children doesn’t want to listen to Edelweiss one more time, but she does adore great music. Take her out to hear some! Check the I’m With the Band blog on the Elegant Island Living website to see who’s playing where and when on Mother’s Day weekend to narrow down your choices, then take her out to have some fun.

There’s a full day of live music scheduled at Sidney Lanier Park on Saturday, May 13 for the Brunswick Blessing of the Fleet, including performances by The Mufflers, Lance Stinson, and Across the Wide. If you feel like a little drive to go see a world-

For the active and athletic mama, consider running the Sunday 5K or 10K race together at Jekyll’s Turtle Crawl Weekend. The 10K starts at 8:00 a.m. and the 5K starts at 8:15 a.m., so you’ll be done early enough to treat her to that recovery burger and beer after the

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renowned entertainer, John Legend will be at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Sunday evening, May 14. If you can score some tickets for that show, that’s an EPIC Mother’s Day score for the music lover!

race. For extra fun, check out the Turtle Crawl Festival on Saturday evening before race day. You’ll be able to pick up race packets then, and can also enjoy live music and other activities in Beach Village from 5:00-8:00 p.m. For race info and registration information, visit jekyllisland.com.

The Mother’s Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival happening in Postell Park on St. Simons Island Saturday and Sunday, May 13-14, isn’t the only place to browse for great gifts either! On Friday night, May 12, Moxie Craft Fest is holding its first ever Night Market from 5:00-10:00 p.m. at 1229 Newcastle Street in Brunswick.

The Southern Grown Farmer’s Market takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Market on Sea Island on Saturday, May 13. There’s always a wide variety of fantastic vendors offering jewelry, art, textiles, home décor, artisan foods, and so much more, Mom is sure to find something she’ll treasure, but time with you will be the best gift of all.

If Mom likes to spend her free time on the local fairways, book a tee time at one of our local golf courses and go play a round together. It may be a “gentlemen’s game,” but the ladies who love the links shouldn’t be overlooked. For an even more amazing golf experience, splurge and purchase The Turn package for Sunday’s final day of play at the The Players Championship. Mom can enjoy TPC Sawgrass from a climate controlled venue with private restrooms situated on the final stretch of the course on the 18th fairway.

It’s a perfect location to watch the final stages of play on one of the toughest finishing holes of golf.

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For the frustrated Muggle moms, there’s a magical event on Saturday, May 13 taking place in St. Augustine that’s so exciting you’ll wish you had a portkey to get you there in an instant! As part of the Romanza Festivale, they’re presenting a Harry Potter Event where you can stroll down Diagon Alley and visit Augsmeade Village for some Butterbeer, take a ride of the Hogwarts Express, watch a Quidditch match, and even be sorted into a house by the Sorting Hat. Chris Rankin, who played Percy Weasley in the films will be a special guest. Fun begins at noon and $5 tickets available at the gate. For more information,

If it’s a special gift you want for a mom that loves to shop, let her pick out her own by treating her to a shopping spree that features local artisans and craft vendors.

No matter what you do and how you choose to celebrate the occasion, make sure you let the mothers in your life know that they’re appreciated. The EIL family wishes mothers everywhere a Happy Mother’s Day!

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amilies gather around the picnic tables. Children’s laugher and music echo through the air. People gather on the pier and walk the beach. St. Simons Island is always abuzz with activity on Memorial Day. (continues)

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A 27-year island tradition is the Taps at Twilight Memorial Day Observance at Neptune Park. The program is a free community event that is generously presented annually by the Rotary Club of St. Simons Island. In a truly inspiring display, the park will fill with a large audience who come out to enjoy beautiful patriotic activities that befit the holiday, including flag ceremonies, stirring music, and heartfelt prayer. Rotary Club of St. Simons

instills the remembrance with a respectful somber tone. And it’s hard to keep a dry eye at the close when you hear the echoing call of the trumpets, played by Willie Hammett and Rich Wagner, as the last notes of “Taps” fade into the distance.

Local dignitaries have been invited to attend.

This year, Lt. General Claude “Mick” Kicklighter, USA Retired, will deliver the MemoLt. General Claude “Mick” Kicklighter, USA Retired

Island President Paul Pieschel will give the welcome. Rev. Robert Brown will deliver the invocation prayer. Music will be provided by the Golden Isles Community Concert Band, Men’s Chorus, and soloist Rhonda Hambright, including rousing salutes to each branch of the military. The wreath will be presented by Clinton H. Winne, Brigadier General, USAF Retired, and G. Millard Allen, Jr., Commander, USN Retired. The plaintive wail of the bagpipe, played by Patric Walsh,

rial Day address. Kicklighter was the former commander of the United States Army, Pacific (Western Command), Director for Security Assistance for the US Army Security Assistance Center, Inspector General of the Department of Defense, and Chief of Staff for the Department of Veterans Affairs. In Vietnam, Kicklighter was Assistant Chief of Staff for the 101st Airborne Division. Major command assignments included commanding the Division Artillery

for the 24th Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, and commanding the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks. He is an alumnus of Georgia Military College, Mercer University, George Washington University, and Industrial College of the Armed Forces. Gen. Kicklighter has received the Bronze Star Medal, the Distinguished Service Medal, the Defense Superior Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit award.

Taps at Twilight will begin at 6:45 p.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, in Neptune Park, overlooking St. Simons Sound. Some seating is provided on the Neptune Park lawn, facing the St. Simons Casino bandstand where the participants will be assembled, however, it is recommended that you bring your own chairs to ensure you have a seat.

Wear your service hats, T-shirts, and red, white, and blue proudly.

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Since the doors opened at Certified Burgers & Beverage, the restaurant has been establishing itself as a player in the island dining scene.

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sing fresh ingredients sourced as locally as possible for burgers, sandwiches, salads, other entrée specials, and sides that are made by hand, on site and prepared on demand, you know the quality of what’s going on your plate. Their “grinder to griddle” philosophy and great food keep customers coming in steady stream. Amazing milkshakes, late night hours, and a fantastic bar and tap selection are some additional bonuses.

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and his wife, Ryanne, added something unexpected to tempt the tastebuds, and perhaps reach new customers as well.

You see, Ryanne, who has been with Sea Island Resorts since 2010 and currently holds the title of Director of Wine & Spirits, CS., is also a pastry chef. (She says “was,” but I promise you that after you experience the fruits of her labor at CBB, you will agree that she definitely “is!”)

Ryanne holds certifications in Professional

Cookery, including Baking and Pastry, and put these skills to task in order to do a little something fun to help out her husband and his restaurant. At least, that’s how it began.

Ryanne says that she was missing her cooking and baking days, and came up with the idea of making some donuts to serve at CBB on New Year’s Day. She knew that following a night of revelry some people might want a later breakfast and something sweet, and a lot (continues)

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of places aren’t open on the holiday. David, being the smart guy that he is, thought the idea was brilliant and knew that his talented wife could be “another bright, shiny tool in the toolbox” of the CBB restaurant kitchen. If she was willing to put in the time and effort, he knew that she definitely had the baking and pastry skills to put out a delicious product under the same fresh, real, quality ingredients standard that is the hallmark of CBB. So on New Year’s Day, CBB served up about about a dozen French crullers, a dozen cinnamon rolls/sticky buns, and a dozen chocolate donuts. They were snapped up eagerly. Then customers asked Dave and Ryanne whether she’d do it again the next week. And since Ryanne was having fun with it, she did. And again the next week.

And the next. Now, Sundays are Donut Day at CBB. Since demand vastly exceeded the three dozen donuts of that first Sunday, Ryanne now estimates that she makes a little over 300 donuts each weekend. Since the ingredients are all fresh, this is not a quick process either.

There’s making the dough, letting it cure, prep work for baking, baking, frosting and filling. It takes at least 24 hours for everything, so when they’re gone, they’re gone.

They can’t whip up another batch in an hour or two.

The donut and pastry varieties are always changing too. There are the powdered sugar-dusted creamfilled brioche donuts, and that cream might be vanilla, chocolate, lemon, strawberry, or even caramel. There are the eggy and light-as-air French crullers.

(David’s #1 choice.) There are the decadent creamcheese iced cinnamon buns and melt-in-your-mouth toffee-pecan sticky buns (Ryanne’s own favorite). Buttermilk donuts, chocolate-topped, danish in a variety of flavors – these are all items that might appear on Sunday. Sometimes the creations are entirely organic, Ryanne says, and that’s part of the fun.

When she runs out of cream, but still needs filling, a strawberry-filled brioche is born. Dave also says she’s a stickler for perfection, so she is constantly tweaking the recipes until the dough or the glaze or the filling is just the right flavor and consistency. The best part? Not only are

customers now lining up before CBB opens on Sunday to get some of these not-available anywhere else delicious treats, Ryanne is loving the immediate gratification that comes with baking for people, “Not only do you get to see the fruition of the results. There’s the appreciation factor. People are enjoying it and are grateful. That is so rewarding!” David enjoys letting Ryanne’s talents speak for themselves and seeing the fun she is having with her hands back in the dough again. The additional folks coming into CBB on Sunday to scoop up the donuts before they’re gone is pretty terrific too!

Ryanne and David both believe in being passionate about cooking. That having a love for the process of making something delicious is an important part of creating a dish that you are proud to serve. So, it might seem strange to have donuts being served up at a burger joint, but that’s just more proof that Certified Burgers & Beverage is NOT your ordinary burger joint – they’re extraordinary!

If you haven’t tried the donuts yet, be sure to stop in CBB at 44 Midway Square (just off Frederica Road, south of the intersection of Frederica and Sea Island Roads) on the next Sunday you can. The restaurant opens at 11:00 a.m. The first donuts are put out at 11:30 a.m. and the full selection is generally available at 12:30 p.m. You’ll be glad you did!

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600 and Counting!

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ou may recall that we shared the story of a fledgling nonprofit organization called Operation Bed Spread last spring. Their mission, with the assistance of St. Simons United Methodist Church and some other local charities, has been to identify families in need and provide them with beds that have been donated. It is their belief that every person deserves a good night’s sleep and the ability to function at their best. We recently checked in with founder Rees Carroll and learned that the group is still going strong and recently delivered its 600th bed. In just about five years, they have helped hundreds of families in need and are an incredible blessing to many children who have never had their own bed in which to sleep.

Rees has quite a collection of thank you notes from grateful recipients ranging from drawings from children to heartfelt testimonies of what a difference the simple gift of a bed can make. Just one example reads, “I would like to thank you so much for being a blessing to me and my child. I slept like heaven for the first time in a long time.

So again, thank you for being an answer to one

The Operation Bed Spread Team: John Lifite, Rees Carroll, Emily Vaughn, Dan Meyers.

have a waiting list for families.

However, at the present time, Operation Bed Spread’s greatest need is monetary donations for a new truck. The truck they’re currently using to pick up and deliver beds has 260,000 miles on it and everything is starting to break down. Rees says simply, “With no truck, we’re out of business.”

of our prayers. May God bless you in the way you need.”

Rees is thrilled about the way the ministry has been able to reach so many families and wants the momentum to continue.

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our legs hurt and you haven’t worn a skirt or shorts in years. Why not? It’s not because you’re getting more “mature.” It’s not because your friends don’t wear skirts, they do. It’s not because you’re out of shape, because you really do look great. (Thank goodness for that!) After all is said and done, you take care of yourself, you’re in great health, and you’d love to be able to show off your legs. There’s just this one little tiny thing that you keep totally to yourself.

Varicose veins. Spider veins. It’s time to be honest with yourself. Even though you’d look terrific in skirts and shorts, you don’t wear them because of these problems. They make your beautiful, shapely, healthy legs look simply awful. If you had a way to get rid of those terrible spider and varicose veins once and for all, you’d jump right on it. Certainly you would love to have beautiful legs once again. To have legs that look as awe62

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learned a long time ago that a weed is any plant growing where you don’t want it to grow. Some people like wildflowers, for example, and others think they’re worthless.

There are weekend warriors who invest a lot of money on the eradication of dandelions, while their

neighbor looks out from the kitchen window and admires their own yellow carpet. Clearly, in my example they don’t live in a neighborhood with a homeowners association. Weeds are a topic of conversation at the association meeting in many places, as in who isn’t keeping up with them.

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amazing. They can grow readily where our pampered hothouse flowers and shrubs struggle to survive.

We have a habit of deciding that what comes naturally doesn’t look good enough for our taste. The old joke points out the irony that where God created leaves to blanket the earth under the trees, which helps control weeds and retain ground water, we rake up the leaves, fight the weeds on our own, and then pay the water and sewer authority handsomely to help us water the ground. Common weeds themselves are actually pretty amazing.

They can grow readily where our pampered hothouse flowers and shrubs struggle to survive. We like the extra work, apparently.

I have the pleasure of working in one of the most beautiful spots on St. Simons Island: the grounds at Christ Church, Frederica. Our historic cemetery is an interesting mix of cultivated and natural landscaping. Over the last 150 years all sorts of things have been planted on and around the burial plots. We cut the grass regularly and whack down the azaleas to a manageable height every so often. Some of the shrubs get regular maintenance, while others do not. And then there are our trees.

Some were there long before anyone thought to create a garden, and others have been strategically planted over the decades. Either way our arborist loves it when we call for our annual tree work.

I suppose it’s all a kind of partnership. We work to tame nature,

as it were, which works to varying degrees. Having grown up in a rural farming community I know very well that too much rain and too little rain each bring their own problems. Late frosts can be a killer too; literally. We really can’t tame nature, but we try as hard as we can. In the end, it’s usually worth the effort, so long as the effort is enjoyable. There are beautiful yards and gardens all over the Golden Isles to prove the point. There are also places like Cannon’s Point where we can hike through the quickly vanishing natural landscape of these islands we call home.

Fortunately, we do recognize that God is a pretty good landscaper too. Efforts like those of the St. Simons Land Trust, who are steadily adding protected acreage to their holdings, are preserving the natural beauty of Georgia’s coast for generations to come. Without such efforts, it would become harder and harder to find and appreciate the beautiful and unique flora and fauna that are so easily cleared to make way for development.

Once those lands are gone we won’t get them back again.

Just like we call unwanted plants a weed, I suppose we should have a name for unwanted buildings too.

Perhaps the most hotly debated topic around these parts has to do with development. It’s not as easy

as one would think to determine exactly what and how much development is good for a community like ours or when we’ve crossed the line and built too much. I suppose it’s more honest to say it’s not easy to agree on such things. There are certainly a lot of opinions.

Another old joke tells of the country pastor who stops by to see a new member of his flock who had purchased some land in the county the year before.

The farmer had worked hard to clear the land, put up barns, and plant the crops. As the pastor greeted the man he praised his efforts, “Hello, Brother! God certainly blesses us with a fine creation. This land looks wonderful.” “Thank you,” the farmer replied, “but you should have seen it when God had it all to himself.” In truth, the joke is on us if we forget that it is indeed a partnership between God’s creation and us.

Partnership means balance. There is give and take. There is compromise. It means each appreciating the other. It also means recognizing that what may be considered a “weed” and undesirable, whether the naturally growing or the manmade brick and mortar kind, is relative. Weeds aren’t always worthless. As A.A. Milne said through the wise words of Eeyore, “Weeds are flowers too, once you get to know them.”

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MADELYN’S MOVES TO NEW REDFERN LOCATION Lori Cook, seasoned interior designer of over 30 years, has moved her unique home furnishings store to 206 Redfern Village.

The store is next to Wine Body Soul in the space formerly occupied by Tarpon Bay Trading Co. You will find original art, home

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RELAX, RENEW, REFRESH AT SMOOTH Smooth is a new mini spa in Redfern Village that is dedicated to making clients’ skin look and feel amazing. All services are performed by a licensed professional. Private sanitized rooms provide comfort and relaxation. Same day appointments and walk-ins are welcome! Smooth offers packages, gift certificates and offers retail products. Services include full body waxing, facials, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, mud wraps, lash/brow tinting, microblading, derma planing, lash extensions/lash perm, botox/derma fillers, dermalinfusion, machine facials, sugar/salt scrubs, spray tans and make-up. Let the professionals at Smooth mini spa pamper you with no appointment necessary! Located at 254 Redfern Village. You can find them on Facebook too. 912.268.2433. accessories, furniture, lighting and vintage antiques in Madelyn’s on Frederica, as well as Interior Design services by Lori. The store offers furniture with fabrics that have been hand selected and “one of a kind” custom pieces made from old artifacts from organic rock to sea glass and more. The store’s unusual and elegant merchandise gives it a unique feel. Visit Lori and check out Madelyn’s on Frederica at its new location during store hours or by appointment. 206 Redfern Village, 912.638.6100 (store) or 912.577.8585 (mobile).

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FESTIVAL DONATES FUNDS The St. Simons Island Food + Spirits Festival (SSFSF) recently donated $24,000 to Hospice of the Golden Isles.

Despite having to reschedule the festival due to Hurricane Matthew, the event was still able to make a significant donation to Hospice.

According to Dave Snyder, SSFSF President, “This donation represents the great community support and generosity from our patrons and sponsors, despite a major disruption in our 2016 festival schedule.” The 2017 SSFSF dates are as follows: The BBQ Pro-Am will be held Thursday, October 5-Sunday, October 8, and the Taste of the

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SSFSF is a non-profit organization that gives back to the community in many ways, but specifically raises funds and awareness for its charity of choice: Hospice of the Golden Isles. For more information, visit ssifoodandspirits.com.

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TAYLOR OPENS OFFICE IN BRUNSWICK Denise R. Taylor, owner of Coastal Integrated Health and Wellness on St. Simons is opening a specialty office in “The Wick” office building in downtown Brunswick.

Denise is a Medical Massage Practitioner specializing in oncology, neuropathy and arthritis. She has a special gift where she manifests healings and pain relief from these conditions without medicine or surgery. “Normally when people arrive at my office they have exhausted all traditional medical routes. However, my experience with oncology clients is to assist them on the journey

with as little loss of quality of life as possible.

I’ve had remarkable results with a number of Dr. Moores’ clients,” says Ms. Taylor. Denise is excited to bring her specialized service to downtown Brunswick and closer to the hospital. 1612 Newcastle Suite 221. 912.322.3057. coastalintegratedwellness.com

SHOW SIGNS OF AFFECTION Why settle for a card or flowers? There is a new way to show them you care. Whether you want to say Happy Birthday, Congratulations, Happy Anniversary, or Go Team, Glynn Yard Regards has the perfect way to get your message across! These fun and colorful yard art sets come with 20 signs in each set and include

cupcakes, skunks, cows, pirate or princess themes, owls, football, baseball, basketball, soccer, hearts, beer mugs, wine glasses and bottles. You can show your spirit for Glynn Academy, Brunswick High School, Frederica Academy, College of Coastal Georgia, University of Georgia, Georgia Southern and Georgia Tech. These displays are sure to bring a smile to the faces of both children and adults, so don’t be shy, let Glynn Yard Regards show them how excited you are about their big occasions. Call today to place orders for graduation and Mother’s Day! Glynn Yard Regards, 912.580.1003, glynnyardregards.com.

NURSES RECEIVE ADVANCED CERTIFICATION In observation of Certified Nurses Day, Hospice of the Golden Isles recently hosted a luncheon in honor of their Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurses (CHPN) and Nurse’s Aides (CHPNA). To achieve this advanced certification, nurses and aides must pass a rigorous examination and meet ongoing learning and practice requirements through continuing recertification. The

accomplishment of certification by these nurses and aides represents their dedication and expert knowledge in the field of hospice and palliative care. In addition to the over 15 CHPN and CHPNA nurses and aides at HGI, RNs Lynn Franklin, Trent Kazas and Vivian Garner recently attained this distinguished designation.

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KGIB WINS NATIONAL AND STATE AWARDS Keep Golden Isles Beautiful recently received the 2016 “Affiliate Award of Excellence” by Keep America Beautiful. As only one of 10 affiliates to receive this prestigious award in a national network of more than 620 statewide and community-based affiliates, Keep Golden Isles Beautiful was honored for distinguishing itself as an exemplary Keep America Beautiful organization. The organization has also received

FIBER-SEAL® COMES TO THE GOLDEN ISLES William (Bill) Allen brings Fiber-seal® of Georgia to the area. Fiber-seal® comes with 45 years of experience and provides both residential and commercial settings by partnering with homeowners, design professionals, and facility managers in helping to keep their interiors

national affiliate system’s 2016 the President’s Circle Award. In the Keep Georgia Beautiful affiliate system, Keep Golden Isles Beautiful has earned the Governor’s Circle Award. The Governor’s Circle Award recognizes outstanding performances by certified affiliates in reducing litter, minimizing waste and greening local communities. In 2016, over 6,000 volunteer opportunities were fulfilled in local Keep Golden Isles Beautiful projects and initiatives totaling over 19,000 volunteer hours. kbgib.com PICTURED: Lea King-Badyna and Christy Trowbridge

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ST. SIMONS DRUGS HIRES NEW PHARMACIST Recently hired at St Simons Drug Company, Rebecca A. Burkhardt, PharmD, earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree with honors from the University of Kentucky in 2008. Upon completion of school, Becky began her career in rural eastern Kentucky at an outpatient care clinic and from there managed a small independent pharmacy for six years. She and her husband, Ray, moved to St. Simons Island in October of 2016. St. Simons Drug Company is located in 209 Longview Plaza and is not only a drug store, it is an extraordinary gift shop. 912.638.8676

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A SEASON OF HIGH TIDE CONCERTS ON SSI The line-up has been announced for Golden Isles Arts & Humanities’ Sounds by the Sea 2017 concert series! Concerts take place at Neptune Park in the St. Simons Island Village from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on select Sundays. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets, coolers, and a blanket to enjoy a night of great music by the sea as the sun sets and the stars come out. Jazz duo Phil Morrison and Ken Trimmins kick-off the season May 28. Gwen Hughes & the Kats return for a second year on June 25. Local favorites Jamie Renee & The Walkers will keep the audience dancing July 23. Maggie and Jackson Evans take the stage on August 20. “Super Sax Man” and crowd pleaser Michael Hulett wraps things up on September 17. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for ages 6-12, and admission is free for children under 6. goldenislesarts.org

BE PREPARED! After Hurricane Matthew last year, we all know the importance of being prepared in an emergency. The 2nd Annual Golden Isles Prep Rally will be Mary Ross Waterfront Park Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to continue to spread awareness. This multi-organization family fun event addresses hurricane and flood awareness, boating safety, and more. There will be US Coast Guard rescue operation demonstrations on the water and instructions on boat

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tie-down, home protection, creating a “boogie bag,” plus a Home Depot kids workshop, and lots of free stuff. Other participants include therapy dogs, Coastie the Safety Boat, PFD Panda, area first responders, the Civil Air Patrol, American Red Cross as well as the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of America. Contests, games, and prizes, are part of the fun learning experience. Well-mannered pets are welcome, and admission is free to all. Visit gipreprally.com for more information.

BLESSING TRADITION CONTINUES The Brunswick Blessing of the Fleet Festival returns this year with extended hours and the Blessing taking place on Saturday, for the first time. For many fishermen and recreational boaters of Brunswick and Glynn County, maintaining traditions and paying respect to those lost at sea is a top priority and this is the nation’s oldest Blessing ceremony. Sidney Lanier Park will be filled with arts & crafts, food and merchandise vendors, as well as music and entertainment from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 13.

An exciting line-up of live music includes Albert Jerome Lee, The Mufflers, Crystal Hopkins, Lance Stinson, and Across the Wide. The 79th Blessing of the Fleet will start at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Tim McKeown, pastor at St. Francis Xavier will

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IT WAS A ROCKIN’ NIGHT INDEED AT THE TREE BAR AT BENNIE’S RED BARN FOR THE SHAM-ROCKIN’ PARTY BENEFITING COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS. Delicious food, lively conversation, and dancing to music by Roy Gentry & the Hired Guns made for a fun evening supporting a great cause. 1. Nick Toth, Chad and Tara Goehring, Tracy Toth. 2. John and Deanna Carrillo, Chris and Ariana Roddini. 3. Jim Parker, Brandon and Sarah Clements, Becky Parker. 4. Jay and Pat Harper, Amy Fritchman.

5. Allison Ross, Sharon Ritchey. 6. Jamey and LeAnn Duckworth. 7. James Tuten, Detra Brock, Kissy Tuten. 8. Sharon Roberts, Pagent Meredith, Alannah and David O’Quinn, Ron Roberts.

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THRIVE AT FREDERICA RECENTLY HELD AN OPEN HOUSE INVITING THE COMMUNITY TO COME OUT TO SEE THEIR BEAUTIFUL NEWLY TRANSFORMED SPACE ON ST. SIMONS ISLAND and celebrate their grand opening ribbon-cutting with the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce. Guests enjoyed excellent food prepared by Thrive’s “Chefany” Fahey, signature cocktails, and tours of the facility. 1. Jeramy Ragsdale, Jennifer Stratton, John Elliston. 2. Jim Shannon, Scott and Weis Hundley. 3. Ribbon-cutting. 4. Michelle Anderson, Joe Fendig. 5. Lyn Law, Jim Marron. 6. John Law, Steve Eckerd. 7. Gordon Jackson, Sharon Tulloh. 8. Brenda Jackson, Adele Tyson, Sharon Green. 9. Larry and Patsy McDonough, Thomas Shanahan.

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THE EPISCOPAL WOMEN OF CHRIST CHURCH FREDERICA ALONG WITH TOUR OF HOMES SPONSORS, HOMEOWNERS, DESIGNERS, DECORATORS, AND VOLUNTEERS CELEBRATED ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL TOUR at Musgrove Retreat and Conference Center. Homeowners and the legion of volunteers involved were thanked on behalf of the ECW and Tour Committees by Jane Watson. Proceeds from the Tour and cookbook sales are donated to community charities and have totaled $70,000 for each of the past two years. 1. Mick Corley, Nancy Phelan, Cliff Jones, Beth Smith. 2. Ruth and Owen Palmateer, John and Carol Austin. 3. John Hartland, Ann and Carmen Talarico. 4. Amy Jenkins, Rip Graham, Chris Triplett, Charlotte Graham. 5. Richard and Karen Fleming, Sabina Brock. 6. Ralph Wade, Penny Jones, Jeannie Wade, Steve Holt. 7. Jim Watson, Bonney Shuman. 8. Ellen Abell, Donna Dufalt.

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THE ST. SIMONS COTILLION RECENTLY HELD ITS NEW MEMBERS LUNCHEON AND ANNUAL MEETING at Janet Brown’s lovely Hampton Point home. The weather was perfect and the food was divine as the club welcomed Sandi Channell, Lauren Hopkins, Christy Jordan (not present), Julie Lovein, Bonnie Turner, and Jennifer Wall to their ranks. 1. Janet Brown, Fay Gowen. 2. Nancy Wood, Tami Stogner. 3. Jennifer Robinson, Alisha Seymour, Jenny Thompson. 4. Bess Thompson, Wendy Capes, Donna Godbey.

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THE FARM AT OATLAND NORTH HELD A SPRING FESTIVAL COMMUNITY EVENT AND FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT THE CARE OF THE ANIMALS THERE. IT WAS A NICE, SUNNY DAY AND THERE WAS A TERRIFIC TURN-OUT OF FAMILIES ENJOYING THE GAMES, CRAFTS, AND FUN FARM ACTIVITIES. EVEN THE ANIMALS WANTED TO GET IN ON THE PHOTO OPS!

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Prepared custom elegant meals delivered to you, personalized by you.

Private cooking classes in your home Iron chef team building classes, a fun way to bond Private dinners and/or cooking classes at an elegant venue with CHEF JOHNNY up to 18 people can also be hosted at Simmer & Soak

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Your smile is our business.

At Plantation Dental Associates, we know the value of a healthy, happy smile. That’s why we keep abreast of the latest restorative, cosmetic, and oral surgical techniques — to provide you with the level of care you have come to know for the dental health you deserve.

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SPRING DAYS THAT FELT LIKE SUMMER BROUGHT OUT THE CROWDS FOR GLYNN VISUAL ARTS’ ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK WEEKEND. WITH MORE THAN 70 VENDORS, A CREATION STATION FOR KIDS, AND A SUNDAY BICYCLE SCAVENGER HUNT, POSTELL PARK WAS PACKED! THE NEXT GVA FESTIVAL WILL BE “ART UNDER THE OAKS” SEPTEMBER 23-24, AND DON’T FORGET THE FABULOUS ANNUAL HOLIDAY “MISTLETOE MARKET” DECEMBER 2-3 FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING! 84

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TERRY READDICK, NOTED GOLDEN ISLES PIANIST, BROUGHT THE AUDIENCE TO STANDING OVATIONS as he performed pieces bridging 200 years of classical music at a recent recital hosted by the Coastal Symphony of Georgia at Wesley United Methodist Church at Frederica. A reception for patrons was held at the home of Joe and Jane Prendergast following the recital. 7. Chuck Cansler, John Starr, John Harper. 8. Margaret Lane, Sam Choate. 9. Terry and Jenifer Readdick, Maestro Luis Haza. 10. Nancy General, Celia Fahs, Creta Nichols. 11. Steve Hires, Chris Fenelon. 12. Randy Hires, Jim Harrell. 13. Marsha and Robert Schmitter. 14. Janice Lamattina, Sharon Flores, MJ Choate.

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6. Don and Dot Highsmith. 7. Colette Jackson, Sue Good. 8. Amanda Moore, Laura Jackson, Leslie Carroll. 9. Joy Pozek, Sandra Fuller, Yvette Miranda, Susan Bjorkman, Bobbi Rish.

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Celebrating Cinco De Mayo all day!

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THE 2017 A TASTE OF GLYNN CULINARY COMPETITION AND SIGNATURE FUNDRAISER FOR GLYNN COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER/AMITY HOUSE was held on a picture-perfect evening at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. Crowds eagerly tasted delicious offerings from local culinary artists and big on the wide variety of fantastic items in the silent auction. Regardless of who took home the awards, everyone came away from this event a winner! 1. Lynn Vason, Bonnie Rheborg. 2. Chris and Christine Ronsen. 3. Robert and Nancy Jenkins. 4. Rangeley Turner, David Peterson. 5. Woodie Baumgardner, Laura Hable. 6. Libby and Ward Sweat, David Sweat. 7. Sharon and Michael Johnson. 8. Buffy and Ted Williams, Lil Hoepfinger. 9. Linda Kerns (far right) and some of her award-winning team. 10. Douglas Adams, Anne Rabbino, Wes and Patti Currier. 11. Charity and Timothy Wilson, Theresa Stehle. 12. Sarah and Cameron Jones, Kyle and Ali Kuderewski. 13. Marlisa and Blase Grady. 14. Diane Smoot, Shirley Douglass, Jeannie Pollard, Cindy Lanyon.

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COOKING CLASSES AND PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE

PREMIER KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN AND SPECIALTY STORE FEATURING UNIQUE TILES, PLUMBING, CABINETRY, HARDWARE & KITCHEN AND BATH ACCESSORIES M-F 10-5 or by Appointment / 8 Market Street, St. Simons Island / 912.268.4210 / www.simmerandsoak.com

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WHAT A WEEKEND FOR AN AIRSHOW! FOR THE FIRST TIME IN DECADES, THE BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES AIRPORT PLAYED HOST TO THE US NAVY BLUE ANGELS AND A PHENOMENAL LINE-UP OF ADDITIONAL AERIAL PERFORMERS, INCLUDING THE USAF F-22 RAPTOR DEMO TEAM, AEROSHELL AEROBATIC TEAM, AND QUICKSILVER P-51, plus an excellent static display of aircraft, at the Wings Over Golden Isles Air Show. Friday night, Southern

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n May 4, 1961, The Glynn Times included an article about the construction of the new St. Simons Post Office next to the Lighthouse. A spacious brick building with the “latest and most modern equipment” would replace the small wood frame post office in operation since 1912 near the pier in today’s Village area.

The slight change in location did not interrupt longterm management of island mail service by members of the same family: the Goulds. According to the article, James D. Gould, grandson of the builder and first keeper of the St. Simons Lighthouse, had been the first “Rural Carrier” of mail on the island. The post office was then located at the St. Simons lumber mills on Gascoigne Bluff, site of the major shipping docks for the island. The facility was moved to the pier area when the mills closed and the Village area became the center of island activity. James Gould’s daughter, Julia, was named first “postmaster.” She was succeeded in turn by two of her sisters, Berta and Mary. Mary Gould Everett began her tenure as postmaster in 1918 and became the first manager of the new brick facility, which was across the street from her home.

It was at this post office that Eugenia Price first became aware of the stories that would inspire her most popular historical novels, the St. Simons Trilogy. While visiting St. Simons Island during a book tour in the 1960s, she stopped at the post office, where she met and befriended Mary Gould Everett. In response to the author’s interest in island history, Everett made available to Price a history of the Gould family, written by her father. Through this resource, the Goulds of the nineteenth century became main characters in Price’s trilogy.

The U.S. Postal Service moved to its current Frederica Road location in 1998. The property next to the Lighthouse, which had been acquired by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s Endowment Trust, became the site of the Society’s headquarters. The A.W. Jones Heritage Center opened in 2008.

This month’s image of The Glynn Times is courtesy of Albert Fendig, a founding member of the Society. The weekly St. Simons newspaper was published by Ann Keeter Fowler in the early 1960s. An annual subscription cost $2.32.

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 saintsimonslighthouse.org.

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