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nyone who has lived on St. Simons Island for more than a year knows about the “Christmas lights house” in Sea Palms. Since the early 80s, Wally Spencer, a 93 year-old World War II Navy Veteran, has been putting up Christmas lights and decorations in his yard to the delight of his Shore Rush Drive neighbors and countless others who pass by. Over the years, the display has grown from a few Christmas lights and decorations to a holiday extravaganza that would make Clark Griswold in Christmas Vacation green with envy. Every year, starting on Thanksgiving night and continuing through December, hundreds of families drive slowly by the Spencer house to view the magnificent cornucopia of colorful lights. It’s even become a stop for the Christmas lights trolley tours. Last month, Wally had an accident and was in the hospital for over two weeks, enduring three separate surgeries. Since Wally and his lovely wife, Urania, always like to have the lights and decorations up by Thanksgiving, their daughter Judy reached out on social media to see if

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folks in the community would be willing to help pitch in. According to Judy, the response has been overwhelming! Judy said of the outpouring of support, “I can’t even tell you how overflowing my heart is. It puts tears in my eyes seeing how much joy my Dad has given to this

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community!” Many individuals and companies alike have heeded the call to make sure no Grinch steals Christmas from this wonderful Santa’s helper! If you would like to help Wally and the Spencer family with the holiday display that we all enjoy so much every year, please email us at elegantislandliving@comcast.net and we’ll forward your name and number to Judy. Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks, and we as a community want to thank Wally for his service and inspiration.

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n November 12-18, the Golden Isles will welcome The RSM Classic, an Official Event of the PGA TOUR, hosted by Davis Love III, for its ninth consecutive year. Each year this tournament gets bigger and better, with the Davis Love Foundation and RSM US LLP continually looking for ways to expand their opportunities to give back to the community. To date, their efforts have been incredibly successful. Proceeds donated to children and family charities through The RSM Classic will exceed $10 million by the end of the 2018 event. Recently, Elegant Island Living had the opportunity to sit down with tournament host Davis Love III and Andy Bosman, CMO, and Bill Gorman, COO, of title sponsor RSM US LLP, to discuss their exciting announcement about the expansion of the Birdies Fore Love charitable giving platform. The annual RSM employee giving challenge will now include an on-course birdie competition for the PGA TOUR players. The top three players who accumulate the most birdies (or better) during the first eight events of the 2018-19 PGA TOUR Season, beginning with the Safeway Open in Napa, California and (continues)

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ball and run with it, coming up with new and innovative ways to give back to the community. Gorman explained that stewardship has always been one of the core values of RSM US LLP and that The RSM Classic has been a perfect partnership in forwarding that mission. He and BosEIL enjoys its special rapport with The RSM Classic tournament host man have been familiar faces Davis Love III. Here, he shares information about the newly expanded Birdies Fore Love program. here over the years at the tournament and have eagerly embraced concluding with The RSM Classic, will be our little community. While Sea Island is the awarded with $300,000, $150,000 and smallest market on the Tour, The RSM Clas$50,000, respectively, for charitable donations sic has one of the largest impacts, and that is to children- and/or family-focused charitable due to the enthusiasm of these gentlemen for organizations of the players’ choice. expanding charitable giving through the tournament. With such infectious generosity, sup“This is a significant increase in the Birdies port from RSM employees, local community Fore Love program, and the impact being members and tournament volunteers is not made by RSM and The RSM Classic,” said hard to come by. Now, let’s all root for Davis Davis Love III. “RSM continues to raise the to sink some birdies, so perhaps in addition to bar in its support of the communities in which having the honor of announcing the new Birdit does business, including the Golden Isles ies Fore Love prizes, he can win one! where we host The RSM Classic.” Love also called the support of RSM US LLP invaluAnd speaking of prizes, you only have until able and praised fellow PGA Tour veteran and November 9 to purchase a $20 raffle ticket Golden Isles resident Zach Johnson for sugfrom your favorite charity for your chance to gesting them as a partner when the idea for the win a brand new Buick Encore from Nalley tournament was first born. He stressed that Brunswick Automobiles through the Friends when he has asked “How can we do more?” of Davis Love Foundation. This program RSM has always been quick to pick up the administered by the Davis Love Foundation 20

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is designed to help raise money for local participating charities, with 100% of the money collected through the raffle being distributed back to the participating charities. A drawing for the Grand Prize winner of the Buick Encore will take place during The RSM Classic. For a full list of participating charities, visit rsmclassic.com/charity/friends-of-dlf/ To give a small illustration of the impact of the charitable giving that takes place here thanks to The RSM Classic, the Davis Love Foundation, in partnership with Rich Products, recently presented a check for $30,000 to the Glynn County Schools athletics department representing a portion of the funds raised from last year’s tournament. Mark Love, the tournament’s Executive Director, explained “We just wanted to try to do it to help the kids in our community and the athletic programs.” Glynn County Athletic Director Steve Waters says that the support provided is vital to helping the athletic department meet the needs of its students. That money benefits more than 2,000 student athletes and over 113 athletic teams in the Glynn County School System. And just think, that’s only ONE of the many organizations that receive funds from The RSM Classic through the Davis Love Foundation. Imagine how the ripples spread from these donations. The RSM Classic will open to the public on Wednesday, November 14 with free admission

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for Community Day, but there are some additional tournament related events happening off-site on Tuesday, November 13 that you may want to attend. On Tuesday evening at 5:00 p.m., the PGA TOUR Wives take on their pro golfer husbands in a friendly, yet spirited, game of Wiffle Ball at the Frederica Academy ballfield on St. Simons Island. Each team includes students from Altama Elementary School who have earned a playing spot through the school’s “Positive Behavior Initiative and Support” program. Admission to the game is free and if you’ve never been out to see the fun, we encourage you to attend. It’s always entertaining and proceeds benefit Blessings in a Backpack, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides food on the weekends to elementary

school children who might otherwise go hungry. This year at the game, the Davis Love Foundation will hold a drawing for 2 VIP tickets to the Jon Pardi concert on Saturday night. You must be present to win. For a more upscale affair Tuesday evening, head to the Mizner Ballroom at The Cloister on Sea Island at 6:00 p.m. for the 8th annual Meet the RSM Pros cocktail party presented by the St. Simons Island Rotary. Here, guests have the opportunity to mix and mingle with top professional golfers over cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres. The highlight of the evening is an informal press conference interviewing the participating golfers and the always entertaining Q&A session that follows. Tickets for the Meet the RSM Pros event are $75 per person and include one free good-any-one-day ticket

to the golf tournament. Proceeds from the event will benefit more than a dozen children’s charities in Glynn County. On Wednesday, tournament gates open at approximately 7:00 a.m. Take advantage of the free admission on Community Day and come watch the Yamaha Pro-Am Event which will be held on Seaside and Plantation Courses or bring the kids out to experience the Youth Golf Zone sponsored by Southeast Georgia Health System at 3:00 p.m. This is where kids can meet PGA TOUR Players at the Sea Island Golf Performance Center Practice Putting Green to learn more about the game and have a little fun. Stay to watch what has become one of the EIL staff members’ favorite events of the tournament: the Charity Putting Challenge featuring PGA TOUR pros, (continues)

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Special Olympics athletes, and Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Georgia participants. The Putting Challenge begins at 4:00 p.m. at the Performance Center Practice Putting Green. There’s nothing like watching the high-fives, cheering, and camaraderie between PGA TOUR pro “coaches” and their teams during this event to put a smile on your face and restore your faith in humanity.

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Round One of tournament play begins Thursday on Seaside and Plantation courses. Gates open at approximately 9:00 a.m. Tee times to be announced. Play continues on these courses for Round Two on Friday. But after the golf is over on Friday, there’s more fun to be had! You’ll want to head down to the Village for Taste of the Golden Isles. The theme for this year’s event is MORE! A true treat for the tastebuds, this epicurean event will feature more food being served up by more local standout chefs and eateries from St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and Brunswick. Enjoy one-of-a-kind tastings and scrumptious concoctions created by our culinary experts and spirit slingers. The Pine Box Dwellers will bring their own unique blend of swamp rock bluegrass-Americana to the mix for a fabulous evening overlooking the ocean under the stars at the St. Simons Island Casino grounds. Taste of the Golden Isles takes place from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tickets are $70 and

include one Friday grounds ticket to attend The RSM Classic. You must be 21 or older to purchase and you must have your ticket at the event to ensure admission. Proceeds from this event benefit Hospice of the Golden Isles. On Saturday, tournament patrons and locals have the chance to head over to nearby Jekyll Island to participate in an exciting new tournament event: The RSM Classic Charity Bike Ride presented by Chick-Fil-A. Begin your day bright and early with either a 14.5 or 29 mile route (space permitting) to make your journey on the bike paths around the beautiful natural scenery of the island. Every participant will receive a ride t-shirt, a Chick-Fil-A biscuit, beverages via Coca-Cola, and two good-anyone-day tickets to the golf tournament. Packet pick-ups are Friday from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:00-8:00 a.m. before the race begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration after November 1 is $50 per rider or $60 on the day of the ride (space permitting). Register at rsmclassic. com/home/bike-ride. By participating in the inaugural Charity Bike Ride, you will be assisting The Davis Love Foundation in their commitment to bettering the lives of children and their families in the Golden Isles. At the tournament, play shifts exclusively to the Seaside course for Round Three. It’s Military

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Appreciation Day as well, so all military service men and women, retirees, and veterans are encouraged to come out and enjoy the day at The RSM Classic. As their salute to all men and women who serve and have served in the United States armed forces, The RSM Classic offers special ticket pricing and an exclusive hospitality venue with premium golf viewing, complimentary food and non-alcoholic beverages. If you are a current active duty, military reserve, or National Guard service member, or are a military retiree, you can receive up to two complimentary tickets for each day of the tournament (Thursday-Sunday). Military veterans can receive up to two discounted tickets ($15 per ticket) for each day of the tournament (Thursday-Sunday). To take advantage of the special ticket pricing, visit The RSM Classic website and complete the military verification. All fans attending The RSM Classic on Saturday can also help raise valuable funds for The Folds of Honor Foundation while testing their golf skills and possibly winning $1 Million by participating in The Folds of Honor Million Dollar Challenge, presented by Bridgestone. Participants will compete in a “Closest to the Pin” contest with a select number of finalists qualifying for a one-shot Challenge Round immediately following the third round of The RSM Classic. The finalist who hits their shot

closest to the pin will win a Grand Prize Package and a Hole-in-One is worth $1 Million. C’mon and take a swing! On Saturday night, November 17, it will be the reigning CMA New Artist of the Year, Jon Pardi, taking center stage at the RSM Classic Concert sponsored by Southeast Georgia Health System. Considered by many to be a “throwback,” Pardi offers up songs that have led to comparisons with George Strait and Dwight Yoakam rather than glossy pop country. The singerRSM Concert Headliner & CMA songwriter made his debut New Artist of the in 2014 with Write You a Year Jon Pardi Song, which featured the rollicking hit “Up All Night.” His second album, California Sunrise, firmly cemented him as a popular touring act with songs that showcase his strong, masculine voice and musical artistry while blending themes of sexy romance, Western sensibilities, and working class ethic. Pardi says, “It’s all about living and learning.” Not only does he take that to heart, he shares that in his music as well. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and the venue will once again be the McKinnon St. Simons Airport. All seats are lawn seating general admission. Tickets for the concert are

$40 for adults or $30 for youth ages 17 and under. Combination tickets that include a Saturday grounds ticket for the golf tournament and the concert are available for $50. On Sunday, November 18, the final round of play for the tournament takes place on the Seaside Course. Gates open at approximately 9:00 a.m. Take in the beauty of the grounds and walk with the golfers, or, if your company has taken advantage of the tournament’s excellent hospitality packages, grab a seat in the Oaks Terrace or the Skybox Club to see the remaining golfers finish the day. The past few years have provided some last-minute showdowns and surprises which have made for exciting golf! The Trophy Presentation will take place on the 18th green immediately following the completion of play. For more detailed information about The RSM Classic and to purchase tickets to the tournament and/or any of the events or to inquire about hospitality packages, visit rsmclassic.com. It’s one of the most exciting times of the year on the island, and we hope to see you out at Seaside or some of the other events!

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It just feels different here. There’s a sense of openness you won’t find under our stately tree canopies and there’s a calm stillness that you don’t get where the waves crash against the shore. Here, the marshes envelop you in rich shades of gold and green with blue sky overhead. Herons and egrets can be spotted on posts and in the waving grasses. As you walk, tiny crabs scurry everywhere. The sun sparkles on the surface of the winding creek. If you grew up on St. Simons Island, there’s a good chance you know this property well. For decades, Village Creek Landing has been welcoming people to enjoy the splendor of the Golden Isles by using its marina and boat ramp or visiting the current event venue and earlier restaurants there that hosted countless celebrations over the years. Once the site of Cusie’s Fish Camp, Village Creek Landing is a peninsula located at the end of South Harrington Road off of Frederica Road midisland. The spot provides panoramic views over the Marshes of Glynn of Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island, and St. Simons Island. (continues)

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VILLAGE CREEK LANDING was purchased from the prior owners of the property by the Gowen family through their company Village Creek LLC earlier this year. We can think of no better stewards or lovers of the land. Established local business owners, the Gowens have proven through their various endeavors over the years that they care about the community and environment we live in. Michael Gowen has been using Village Creek Landing as an outpost for his business Southeast Adventure Outfitters for quite some time. The Gowens have demonstrated not only a passion for sharing the beauty and bounty of our coast but a commitment and dedication to preserving our island home, its history and culture. (continues)

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While the Gowens stress there are no plans for development or changing the traditional use of the property, they are updating the structures there. They plan on installing a wrap-around deck and decking the area to the gazebo. The iconic wooden gazebo will be repaired and new stairs installed. All this to make the venue safer and more attractive as a place for celebration and to watch the sunsets. The natural beauty of this birders’ paradise and favorite launch site for kayaks will be maintained and protected under their care. (continues)

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THE INTERIOR RENOVATIONS to the venue are well underway. Wooden ceiling beams, new floors, light fixtures and window treatments have been completed. Bathrooms have been updated. New live edge bars on the upper deck and seating areas are being installed. The venue can host up to 300 people and is perfect for weddings, family reunions, corporate events, and fundraisers. Imagine toasting your guests as the sun paints the sky in shades of orange and pink and makes the marsh glow in golden hues. Renovations are expected to be completed by Spring of 2019. To inquire about booking, amenities, and pricing, please contact villagecreeklanding@gmail.com. Let the unique enchantment of Village Creek Landing make your next event magical.

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you now have the opportunity to donate 1% to preserving the island we all love. In partnership with the St. Simons Land Trust, proceeds from the program are used for land acquisition, land management, education and outreach, public access to waterways and wildlife preserve, and to the protection and preservation of historic properties forever.

Two Friends Nestled under the moss-draped live oaks at Redfern Village, Two Friends is a shop that showcases an impeccable mix of clothing,

shoes, jewelry, art, home accessories and gifts. Owner and curator, Marti Tolleson designed her boutique to capture the essence of this Southern resort destination as well as her style and philosophy on life. Tolleson feels that “the decision for Two Friends to be a St. Simons Island 1% partner has the unique feature of being both good for business and simply something that makes us happy! The Land Trust and its efforts offer many ways for businesses and individuals to have a positive impact on our

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quality of life. We consider it a privilege to take part in this worthwhile program and would encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity to make a difference.”

Uncle Don’s Local Market When you step foot into Uncle Don’s Local Market, you are welcomed warmly by owner Don Maxey. Here, as the name of the market implies, the theme is local! The produce and honey are locally sourced, as are many of the

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furnishings and gift items in the charming antiques market. “I joined the program to help the St. Simons Land Trust preserve the character and beauty of our island. I admire the work and efforts of the organization and we are excited to be a part of the program,” says Maxey. He reflects on the first month of participating in the program, “We have had a very positive response. Many who have asked questions about it are very willing to participate. The contributions over the course of one month were significant, and with several businesses supporting this project, it is easy to see how valuable the program will be to help the St. Simons Land Trust reach its goals. We feel especially proud that our customers see the need to step up and actively contribute to the betterment of our community.”

friends for the past thirty-five years. When Dana’s daughter-in-law, Lexi Carpenter, began looking for her own dream dress for her special day, they realized that there was nowhere to shop locally for gowns. That’s how IBB came to be. Not only does Island Bridal Boutique appeal to the brides of the coast, but also to bridesmaids, flower girls, and others in the bridal party. The store also carries lingerie, garters, bridal and everyday jewelry, as well as gifts for attendees and brides.

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“When we learned of the Land Trust’s 1% program, it was a no-brainer. How perfect an opportunity to give back to the community as a business!” says manager Lexi Carpenter. Bridal consultant Jori Acosta is also enthusiastic about the program, saying, “I love that the business I work for has a chance to be a part of a great program to help preserve our treasured island. It lets me be involved as well and it’s exciting!”

Island Bridal Boutique (IBB) is the first bridal salon on St. Simons Island and the only one in the Golden Isles. Owners Dana Carpenter and Tammy Hamby have been best

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nce November arrives, the Golden Isles becomes a treasure trove of holiday events. Because we want to make sure you never miss a thing, the EIL Elf dons her hat and shares from her calendar of holiday markets, Santa sightings, and other seasonal delights. Here’s what we know is coming so far. We’ll be updating our online calendar as we learn of more holiday events and share via social media, so keep an eye out from that first Christmas tree lighting to Santa’s final “ho, ho, ho” as he makes his rounds on Christmas Eve. Confections and Concoctions is the theme of the Cassina Garden Club’s Annual Christmas Bake Sale at the Tabby Cabins located at Gascoigne Bluff on St. Simons Island. On December 1, the cabins will be open for tours from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and the club will host its sale during those hours. The bake sale is open to the public, and everyone is invited to stop by and purchase some homemade taste treats, jellies and jams, cakes, pies, and cookies. If you’re lucky, you might even get your hands on a delightful and decadent Yule log! Since it’s “the Best Bake Sale in the Southeast,” you don’t want to miss your chance to drop by and pick up some deliciousness! (continues)

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rab some coffee and sweet treats and shop to your heart’s content while supporting local artists and makers at The Moxie Craft Fest Handmade Holiday Market. This free event will be held indoors at Old City Hall in Historic Downtown Brunswick on Saturday, November 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The market features carefully curated vendors with unique, on trend handmade and vintage wares for your holiday shopping. On Saturday, November 17, you’ll want to bring your holiday shopping list to the Lighthouse Museum Store at the A.W. Jones Heritage Center on St. Simons Island. They’ll be holding their annual Christmas at the Lighthouse Holiday Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Holiday décor will be available for purchase as well as new gift merchandise. On Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2, the place to get your holiday gifts will be Glynn Visual Arts’ annual Mistletoe Market in Postell Park in the Village on St. Simons Island. There will be vendors of arts and fine crafts displaying and selling their creations from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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each day. As always, there will also be kids’ crafts, food vendors, live music, and possibly even a visit from Santa! Lord of Life Lutheran Church celebrates the 10th year of hosting their annual Holiday Market and Craft Fair Committee, a real community favorite. From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on December 1, more than 30 vendors who sell quality handmade items including art, pottery, jewelry, ornaments and holiday décor, specialty soaps, local honey, oneof-a-kind accessories, and many other gift ideas, will be at the market, located at 2801 Frederica Road on St. Simons Island. Longtime vendors include “Flavor of Georgia” winner Rockingham Pecans and The Blueberry Barn. Children’s book author, Nancy Day, has a new book, Baby’s Firsts, and will be available to sign all of her books. In addition, the church will host its delectable bake sale, homemade pickle sale, and used book sale. You can come hungry because they’ll be serving coffee and breakfast snacks as well as a pulled pork lunch. Raffle prizes are always outstanding and include gift cards, specialty gift baskets, and a handcrafted woodwork item donated by Paul Speich, member of the Golden Isles Woodworkers. Door prizes, donated by vendors, are awarded every hour. (continues)

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peration Christmas Child (OCC) is a holiday ministry supported by Samaritan’s Purse, a non-denominational Christian organization. This year, they’re celebrating 25 years of this Christmas ministry! Since 1993, Samaritan’s Purse has distributed over 157 million shoebox gifts to children in more than 160 countries or territories around the world. OCC is the world’s largest Christmas project of this kind. This year, they hope to collect enough shoebox gifts to reach another 11 million children.

National Collection Week is November 12-19 and Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 2801 Frederica Road on St. Simons Island is serving as a Central Drop-off once again this year. Grab an empty shoebox from your closet or pick one up from Lord of Life and pack it with items specified for a girl or boy, ages 2-4, ages 5-9 or ages 10-14. They suggest items like hair brushes, soap and washcloths, toothbrushes,

toys, games, puzzles, books, stuffed animals, bubbles, jump ropes, balls, flip flops or shoes, pencils and notebook paper, markers or crayons, socks, hats, pajamas, shirts, etc. Please do NOT pack toothpaste or candy in the shoeboxes. The church will be open for anyone to drop off shoeboxes during the following hours: Monday-Friday (11/13-17) 9:30-11:30am and 5-7pm; Saturday (11/18) 9-11am and 2-4pm; Sunday (11/19) 12-2pm and 4-7pm; and Monday (11/20) 9:3011:30am. If you would like to volunteer counting shoeboxes and packing cartons during

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n Friday, December 7 from 6:00-8:00 p.m., there’s Santa Cinema at the St. Simons Casino Theater. Bring the kiddos out to watch Mickey’s Christmas Carol. The movie will start every half hour so there are multiple chances to view. Be sure to bring your camera, because Santa will be there to visit with the kids. They’ll be able to sip hot cocoa and eat cookies while coloring or writing a letter to Santa. Admission is $3 per person, cash only. On Saturday, December 15, join the American Cancer Society Victory Board at GTC Island Cinemas for Merry Movies. Kids are invited to wear their favorite pajamas for a picture with Santa at 9:00 a.m. and then stay for the movies that begin at 9:45 a.m. Parents can choose between Mickey’s Christmas Carol (26 minutes) or The Polar Express (1 hour and 40 minutes). Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at acsvictoryboard.org or at the door that morning. (continues)

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n December of 1737, William Stephens described the following event occurring at Fort Frederica: “This being Mr. Oglethorpe’s Birthday the Magistrates, military Officers, and principal Inhabitants, met at the Fort, where some Bottles of Wine and some Biscuit being prepared, about Noon his Majesty’s Health, and the Royal Family’s were drank, under a Discharge of thirteen guns; then the honorable Trustees; and next the Captain General of these Provinces.” The public is invited to celebrate General James Oglethorpe once again and join in a living history volunteer program discussing his life and influence on Saturday, December 8, at Fort Frederica National Monument. The event will take place from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and will provide a history immersion experience using costumed volunteers to draw visitors into the life and significance of the fort and town site. The visitor center will be decorated in holiday style with refreshments provided to toast the General on his birthday. Live holiday music will be provided throughout the afternoon. For more information, call 912.638.3639.

Friday, November 30, and Saturday, December 1, from 6:00-9:00 p.m., you’ll get to experience how Christmas was celebrated on a Southern rice plantation during the 1850s. Stroll down the old carriage road and enjoy tours of an antebellum plantation house by candlelight. Enjoy hot wassail and cookies while singing Christmas carols in the parlor. See Civil War reenactors performing cannon and rifle demonstrations at intervals throughout the night. Santa Claus will make a special appearance to take requests from children of all ages. Cannon and rifle demonstrations will be at intervals through the night. Admission is $10 for adults and seniors, $5 for youth 6-17. For more information, call 912.264.7333. Take the ferry over to Sapelo Island to experience the Reynolds Mansion in all its holiday splendor. Reserve your spot for one of the Reynolds Mansion Holiday Brunch tours. The event includes bus transportation to and from the mansion, a docent guided room by room tour of the mansion

showing off its beautiful holiday décor and sharing the history and the stories of what life was like under each of the mansion’s owners. A buffet-style brunch will be served in the grand dining room with a menu that includes all you can eat homemade buttermilk pancakes, breakfast casserole, bacon, sausage, fruit, and beverages. Tuesday and Thursday events include a bus tour of the south end of the island including Nanny Goat Beach and Lighthouse. Tours available on December 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22. Space is limited to 36 visitors per day, so you’ll want to sign up early for your chance to visit. Cost is $35 per person, and visitors must arrive at the Meridian dock by 8:00 a.m. Ferry tickets are an additional $15 (cash or check only). Ferry departs at 8:30 a.m. sharp. Call the mansion at 912.485.2299 to make your reservation. (continues)

At Fort King George in Darien on Saturday, December 8, join the Friends of Fort King George for A Colonial Christmas at the Fort. A traditional dinner will be served in the soldiers’ barracks and an evening of Colonial style Yuletide jollification will take place from 7:008:30 p.m. and conclude with a cannon firing. Reservations are required. Cost is $40. Call 912.437.4770 to reserve your seat. One of the most anticipated and most magical historical events of the season happens at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site just off US Highway 17N in Brunswick. At the 38th Annual Hofwyl Plantation Christmas, on

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tunity to grow, thrive and teaches the value of being productive citizens in our community. Doors for the Merry Mixer will open at 6:00 p.m., but you’re invited to come out early to enjoy football on the big TVs and partake in a spread of tailgate food and drinks done up Chef Dave-style. Add a Tailgate Experience “upgrade” to your Merry Mixer ticket for only $25 to enjoy the pre-mixer tailgate party

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ekyll Island becomes a real winter wonderland during the holiday season, with numerous events at various locations throughout the months of November and December. Things begin when the Jekyll Island Skating Village opens in its new riverfront location near the pier at 364 Riverview Drive on November 17. The “ice” rink will be open for skating that day from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and will remain open daily (except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day) through January 6. Cost is $5 per person and includes skate rental and 30-minute session. See the Jekyll Island website calendar for more details and daily hours. On Friday, November 23, Goodyear Cottage will open the Jekyll Island Arts Association monthly gallery exhibit: The Merry Artists Holiday Sale. This seasonal exhibit features creative works for sale by local artists for your holiday gift shopping. The big event happens on Saturday, November 24. You’re invited to ring in the holiday season with the lighting of the great tree in Jekyll Island’s Historic District. The Tree Lighting Festival will take place from 2:00-8:00 p.m. with fun activities, food, live music, and fun for the whole family. There might even be snow! And once the sun goes down, the magic sets in (continuies)

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The historic Jekyll Island Club Resort is an ideal spot to make holiday memories and their calendar is full of special events. The Holiday High Tea is a beloved seasonal tradition. Choose December 4 or December 11 for an afternoon visit to sip and savor as the resort’s pianist plays the sounds of the season. Enjoy exquisite teas, warm freshly baked scones with fruit compote, tea sandwiches, soups, and enticing holiday sweets. Tea takes place in the Grand Dining Room from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is $30 per person. Reservations required. On December 16, it’s the children’s turn with a Kids’ Holiday Tea Party. Children of all ages are invited to sip tea and enjoy scrumptious tea sandwiches and delicious sweet treats while learning proper table etiquette. Santa’s elves will make a special surprise appearance with gifts for all attendants. The kids’ tea will take place in the Federal Reserve & Aldrich Rooms from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Cost is $25 per child. If these parties aren’t your cup of tea, enjoy Lunch with Santa on December 15. Children of all ages are invited to enjoy a delicious lunch in the Grand Dining Room at noon, and then share their wish lists with Santa. A photographer will be present to capture the moment. Cost is $25 per adult and $12.50 per child. If you’d like to do some cooking and baking with the Resort’s culinary staff, there’s a Holiday Chef Demo at the Morgan Center on December 12 from 12:30-2:30

p.m. where you can watch and learn as an expert Resort Chef walks you through each step to prepare a masterful main course and dessert perfect for holiday entertaining. Generous tastings and a glass of wine are enjoyed during the demonstration. Menu will feature a spiced poached pear winter greens salad, braised pork belly, lobster fritter, and a gingerbread cake. Cost to attend the demo is $40 per person. No Christmas is complete without

cookies, so the Resort’s popular Christmas Cookie Decorating Workshop will be held at the Morgan Center on December 20 and 21 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. each day. You’ll join the Resort’s Pastry Chef to decorate Christmas Cookies while sipping on delicious punch or cider. Participants receive one dozen cookies to decorate and take home. Cost is $17 per cookie decorator and $5 for guests. Tickets for all of these events are available through Eventbrite.com or contact the Resort by phone at 855.535.9547

No need to hook the reindeer up to the sleigh, just hop in your golf cart and join the Holly Jolly Jekyll Parade on Saturday, December 15. Deck those carts with boughs of holly and jingle all the way to Beach Village. Parade line-up begins at 4:30 p.m. and the parade will start at 5:30 p.m. Island residents and guests are encouraged to grab a seat to watch along the route and then meet in Beach Village after the procession to enjoy holiday music, compete in an ugly sweater contest and a holiday trivia contest. You can also knock some items off your holiday shopping list at the Pier Road and Beach Village shops. The Georgia State Patrol will be there collecting new, unwrapped toys for their Toys for Tots drive as well. Walking through the historic district to view the many twinkling holiday lights is a perfect Jekyll Island Christmas tradition, and from December 19th until the 24th, the walk will become extra special as Tim Akins, the Christmas Bagpiper dressed in full Scottish regalia, plays songs of the season. Evening bagpipe music begins at 4:30 p.m. The Holidays in History Tours and Christmas Twilight Tours of the historic cottages are also a beautiful way to enjoy the season on Jekyll Island. For information about the December tours, call 912.635.4036. Santa will also be visiting the Skeet House periodically for photo opportunities, so keep an eye on Jekyll Island’s full events calendar at jekyllisland.com or follow EIL for updates. (continues)

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n Historic Downtown Brunswick, the season begins with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting the Friday after Thanksgiving (November 23). Come out to Jekyll Square East, between Ned Cash Jewelers and Tipsy McSway’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill on Newcastle Street for Christmas caroling, carriage rides, and other holiday cheer, culminating in the lighting of the tree. Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. Then on Saturday, December 1, “Light Up the Christmas Spirit” with the 2018 Brunswick Christmas Parade. This year the parade takes place at night and will start at Howard Coffin Park with more than 100 floats, vehicles, walking groups, and marching bands. To participate in the parade with a vehicle, float, motorcycle, or as a group of walkers, applications must be completed and turned in by noon on November 14. (Obtain at discoverbrunswick.com) Parade line up begins at 2:00 p.m. at Howard Coffin Park, judging will begin at 3:30 p.m., and the parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. Spectators are encouraged to come out and line the onemile parade route from Gloucester Street to Mary Ross Waterfront Park. Santa will be appearing at the end of the parade, so bring your camera and your Christmas lists!

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discovering the true meaning of Christmas. On Saturday, December 1, Magnolia Garden Club presents its annual Historic Brunswick Christmas Tour of Homes & Bake Sale. Step back in time and tour historic Victorian homes decorated for the season. The tour begins at Old City Hall at 1229 Newcastle Street in Historic Downtown Brunswick and will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is also a Bake Sale there until 4:00 p.m. Tickets $25 in advance or $30 on tour day. $20 per person for groups of 10 or more. For information about ticket purchase sites or call 912.996.0663 or email mgctohinfo@gmail.com.

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Once again returning to the stage to bring Ebenezer Scrooge to life, former mayor Brunswick mayor Bryan Thompson will star in the Golden Isles Arts & Humanities production of A Christmas Carol at The Ritz Theatre. Bring the whole family out to see Charles Dickens’ immortal tale of the mean old miser Scrooge and his magical night discovering the true meaning of Christmas. Performance dates December 8-9 and 13-16 with shows Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 3:00 p.m. Tickets available at goldenislesarts.org. (continues)

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n Thursday, December 6, experience a celebration of life, love, and giving as the wooded campus of Hospice of the Golden Isles is transformed into a magical place lit by the glow of thousands of holiday lights that shine in honor and memory of all those who have touched our lives. The annual Lights of Love program with music and luminary lighting will follow a 5:00 p.m. Service of Remembrance at Hospice of the Golden Isles, located at 1692 Glynco Parkway in Brunswick. Light refreshments will be served following the service. This beautiful memorial event is free and open to the public. If you’d like to honor your loved one by purchasing a memorial/honorary dove ornament, please call 912.265.4735 or visit hospice.me. Remembering the reason for the season in song, choristers from Glynn and surrounding counties are practicing for this year’s presentation of Handel’s Messiah. Beginning the first Monday night in November, this group gathers one a week at St. Simons Presbyterian church to rehearse. The 2018 performance will be conducted by Dr. Matt Caine from Wesley United Methodist Church at Frederica. The chorus is open to all who love to sing, so add your voice to the joyful noise. Members are responsible for bringing their own music. The eagerly anticipated performance by the community choir is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 1, at Wesley United Methodist Church at Frederica. The concert is free and made possible by generous supporters from the community. There will be only one performance, and seating is limited, so come early! If you would like to sing or contribute financially by becoming a Friend of the Messiah contact Debbie Vogel, Choral Communications, GoldenIslesCommunityChorus@gmail.com. (continues)

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n Saturday morning, December 8, the jingles you hear on Jekyll Island won’t be reindeer on the rooftops, they’ll be runners hitting the road in the 7th annual CASA Jingle All the Way 5K and One Mile Fun Run. Proceeds from this holiday-themed run with awards for top finishers, team spirit, best costume, etc. benefit CASA Glynn and CASA Camden and their hundreds of volunteers who support Southeast Georgia children who are in foster care programs. In Glynn and Camden County there are approximately 200250 abused and neglected children in foster care at any given time because they are unable to live safely at home. The CASA volunteers watch over and advocate for these children to make sure they move quickly through the system and they are placed in a safe, permanent home. For many children, the CASA volunteer may be the only constant adult presence during this process. Supporting CASA’s work and allowing them to help others have a happy holiday would be a welcome gift. To register for the run, go to active.com. You won’t find the reindeer pulling Santa on the sleigh as he makes early rounds on Christmas Eve either, because he’ll be riding atop ol’ Engine 32. The St. Simons Civinettes and members of the Glynn County Volunteer Fire Department are as busy as the elves at the North Pole making preparations to escort Santa Claus on his annual Christmas Eve journey around St. Simons Island on the antique red fire truck. For more than 70 years, adults and children have been flocking to the various points where Santa stops to take last minute

requests from children and hand out stockings to the little ones. Whether you come out just to wave to Santa on the lighted truck or have little ones who want to make their last pleas to be included on the “nice” list, be sure to join in this beloved island Christmas tradition. The EIL elves will be posting information about the location of the stops and estimated times of arrival on Christmas Eve, so stay in touch with us via social media. Make your own holiday tour around St. Simons Island by hopping aboard a trolley for a Christmas lights tour. The Fendig Family began the Christmas Tour of Lights tradition on Lighthouse Trolleys and thousands have joined them each year to celebrate our community and the lights and sounds of Christmas. Sing along with Christmas carols during the 90-minute tour and bring your cameras to snap pictures of the beautifully decorated houses in the various island neighborhoods. There’s even a surprise stop with Santa Claus! Two tours are scheduled nightly from December 13-24. Reservations are required, and private bookings are also accepted; visit lighthousetrolleys.com. Saint Simons Colonial Island Trolley Tours also offers nightly Christmas lights tours during the season, for their information, visit colonialtrolley.com. For bookings on St. Simons Trolley, the island’s oldest trolley tour company, visit stsimonstours.com. (continues)

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he holidays aren’t complete without the artistic retelling of the timeless tale of The Nutcracker. The Golden Isles Ballet Company will take you through the time-honored story of Clara and her adventures to find the magic of Christmas in a beautiful and entertaining ballet for all ages. This fourth annual production of The Nutcracker by Golden Isles Ballet Company will be presented in collaboration with the Hilton Head Dance Theatre. The Golden Isles Ballet Company and owner Bess Chambliss, strive to provide the Golden Isles area with the highest level of ballet education and performances. This year’s production is a community event bringing artists from the surrounding areas and the Golden Isles for an extra special performance of this holiday classic to get you and your family in the holiday spirit! The Nutcracker will debut December 2, at the Brunswick High School Auditorium, located at 3920 Habersham Street. There will be a 2:00 p.m. matinee performance and a 6:00 p.m. evening performance. Tickets can be purchased online at goldenislesballet.org or at The Ritz Theater in Downtown Brunswick or Uncle Don’s Market on St. Simons Island. Tickets purchased in advance are $15 for students, $20 for adults. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $25. A VIP experience with reserved seating and preferred views is available for $50.

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For more information, please visit goldenislesballet.com or call the studio at 912.289.2120. On December 7, The Cloister will come alive with holiday sounds for Golden Isles Live’s annual Christmas concert on Sea Island. This year, the performers are Vox Fortura, the newest Classical Crossover group from the United Kingdom. As recent Semi-Finalists of Britain’s Got Talent, this show-stopping group stormed the competition with a powerhouse display of vocal panache and sheer class. Described by fans as “the next Il Divo,” Vox Fortura is bringing classical vocals back into the mainstream. Filling every wow-factor performance with personality and style, their ability to perform almost any era or genre of music in their iconic crossover style touches on everything from Elgar and Bizet’s Pearl Fishers to David Bowie, John Legend and Ed Sheeran. Their celebrity status never fails to attract new, excited listeners to their rapidly growing fan base. Experience this new group that’s taking the world by storm performing a special Christmas concert for our community at 8:00 p.m. in the beautiful setting of The Cloister. Tickets for the performance are $50 and can be purchased at goldenisleslive.org. We hope this helps you get into the holiday spirit! Remember to keep an eye out for EIL Elf postings on social media and on our website calendar so you don’t miss any of the holiday fun in the Golden Isles!

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n Sunday, November 11, sixtyfive young musicians led by conductor Jorgé Peña will welcome you to an afternoon at the movies, but you won’t be at the theater. Experience the world of the silver screen through a recital of popular movie melodies in the opulent setting of the Mizner Ballroom at The Cloister on Sea Island. The concert will take place 5:00 p.m. with a cocktail reception beginning at 4:00 p.m. Pianist Christopher Smith will entertain guests at the reception. In addition to its regular repertoire of classical pieces, GIYO members enjoy playing modern pieces that are familiar and loved by the audience. This fall recital will have the full orchestra playing themes from Oklahoma, James Bond, the Magnificent Seven, Showboat, the Way We Were and others. Long-time GIYO supporter and friend, Jim Bishop and A.W. “Bill” Jones III are the honorary chairs. 58

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The recital supports two important summer music experiences for local musicians, one for high school students that takes place at the College of Coastal Georgia and one for younger students that takes place at Frederica Academy. Last summer nearly 100 young people took part in a week-long CCGA Summer Music Camp at the College of Coastal Georgia and another 100 at the Federica camp. Taught by 20 professional musicians, students had intensive daily private lessons, ensemble coaching, section practice and full orchestra rehearsal. All proceeds from the November recital will be used strictly to fund next year’s summer music camps. Students in the Golden Isles Youth Orchestra take music lessons, rehearse weekly in the orchestra and perform two public concerts per year, the first on December 18 and the second in May. A younger group of 31 students play in the Symphonette, a training group for

the orchestra. An introductory program of violin entitled “String-On!” is being offered to all Glynn County 5th graders this year. Violin classes are offered in several area public schools as well and The Golden Isles Youth Orchestra Ensemble provides music at many community events. It’s important to note that 33% of GIYO musicians come from low-income families and100% of participants graduate from high school and continue their education. This demonstrates the lasting legacy of community support. Board members Barbara Sullivan and Jane Thau, along with a committee of volunteers, are chairing this event. Please contact Barbara at 912.434.9344 with any questions or for more information. Tickets are $125 per person. To purchase, send a check made out to the Golden Isles Youth Orchestra (GIYO) to PO Box 603, Brunswick, GA 31521.

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how pumpkin spice snuck into Every. Single. Food. In. The. Store. And I don’t get it. I mean, I like pumpkin pie as much as the next guy. At Thanksgiving. But now, when we hit Septem-

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ber, it’s pumpkin spice all day, every day, until the fat turkey sings.

We can try to use our orange and gold harvest decorations and cornucopias to set the scene, but it can’t really get us all the way there. This is probably why pumpkin spice has become such a thing. Someone figured out it’s what fall tastes like. And apparently, we can’t get enough of it. It moved from coffee, to beer, and from there it made its way into everything. It’s the lifeblood of the lost season. As we shift from summer to winter, we create fall with each little explosion of flavor in our mouths. If there is another flavor that so encompasses and summarizes a season, I can’t think of it. Sure, we have seasonal foods in every part of the country, but pumpkin spice is now the official flavor of fall.

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f you’re like me, you might be a bit concerned that pumpkin spice is some sort of bioengineered virus produced by one our nation’s most powerful enemies. I know biological warfare is a real and present danger, but I’m starting to think that taste-ological warfare might be a thing too. This fall I have been assaulted, more than ever, by the seemingly contagious spread of pumpkin spice. While it used to be limited to Starbucks, it has taken over local grocery stores. The endcap of every aisle at a local grocery store seemed to bear this affliction during a recent shopping trip: pumpkin spice PopTarts, pumpkin spice tea, pumpkin spice oatmeal, pumpkin spice crackers, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING. It was like some sort of Twilight Zone experience. It was as though some-

It occurs to me that this might be a factor of what fall is, or in our case, isn’t. There are a lot of places in our country where the season isn’t multicolored leaves, cool breezes, and a legitimate reason to wear vests. I grew up in a region that experienced fall, and when it comes to the Golden Isles, we ain’t got it. Our autumn is a fair approximation, but it’s not the real thing. We don’t have big piles of crunchy leaves to jump in or frost in the mornings shortly after school starts back up. We don’t have nearly as many days that just beg for chili and mulled cider. Instead we get lovebugs, more hot weather, and the return of sand gnats. As I’ve written before, I’m not fan of winter up north. I can’t stand the prolonged gray of the winter months. But fall is special, and I miss it terribly. Fall is the last, best show that nature has before the dullness of the northern freeze. That’s probably why it’s so endearing. It’s the last explosion of beauty before winter challenges our ability to endure hardship and suffering. Which is why everyone loves fall, even if it isn’t “our thing” in the South.

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GOLDEN ELEPHANT MOVES TO BRUNSWICK The Golden Elephant will be raising its trunk across the causeway this year! The Upscale Resale Marketplace that benefits The Coastal Symphony of Georgia will take place on November 2-3 in the covered parking area at Hall Booth Smith PC, 3528 Darien Highway/Rte 17, across from Shoreline Marine. Come out to shop beautiful donated furniture, home décor, housewares, rugs, art, and so much more. Sale time will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. There will be a preview party on Thursday, November 1 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. so you can get a jump on finding your treasures. For information about attending the party, contact 678.522.2860.

FALL MEETING TO INCLUDE WWI LECTURE In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of World War I, Jamil Zainaldin, Ph.D. will present “World War I: Georgia’s Second Great War,” at the Fall Membership Meeting of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. Dr. Zainaldin will discuss the impact of the conflict on Georgia and how the experience would become an occasion for a new creation story that would guide the South, and possibly even the nation, into the

new century. The former president of Georgia Humanities, Dr. Zainaldin has a Ph.D. in history from the University of Chicago, has taught at Case Western Reserve, Northwestern University and Emory University, specializing in U.S. history and law. The membership meeting will be held at the A.W. Jones Heritage Center on Thursday, November 8 at 6:00 p.m. Free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Registration is required by visiting coastalgeorgiahistory.org or calling 912.634.7090.

HELPING HUGS FOR HAITI Come out to Bennie’s Red Barn on November 9 to enjoy a seated dinner, live and silent auction, while raising money for Helping Hugs, Inc.

to support their work with St. Joseph Church in Côtes-de-Fer Haiti. The organization is celebrating “A Spirit of Giving” and its 10-year relationship with the Haitian church and their work together on medical missions, clean water, infrastructure, and education programs. Fr. Islaire Faustin of St. Joseph Church will be in attendance at the Fete-for-Haiti dinner and auction this year and Fr. Gilbert Exume will be a special guest. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the dinner are $60 per person and can be purchased at helpinghugsinc.org.

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HOLIDAY BEDLAM Thursday, December 6, come out to Mullet Bay for Operation Bed Spread’s Holiday BEDlam celebration and fundraiser. The party starts at 5:00 p.m. and continues until 8:00 p.m. with live music by Backbeat Boulevard and Happy Hour prices at the bar. Donation $25 includes food and entry into the night’s raffle. This nonprofit organization that provides beds for children in need in our community is close to delivering their 850th bed. Let’s help them keep the momentum going and maybe make the holidays even more special for

some local children. Whether their dreams are visions of sugar plums or presents from Santa, they’re sure to be sweeter when sleeping in their own bed.

JOIN THE CRUSADE! On November 30, The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort will be the site of Crusaders Bash, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School’s biggest annual fun-

draiser. Enjoy dinner accompanied by the sounds of jazz ensemble Tonic Blue. Bid on unique items in the silent auction and/or take home a bottle or two from a special wine pull. Tickets are $100 ($75 if purchased before November 1). Silent auction donations are being accepted and sponsorships are available. Financial contributions from the community are heavily relied upon by the school to bridge the gap between tuition and operating budget, as tuition and fees cover only about 75% of the actual cost of educating our children. Contributions also finance capital improvements, increase financial aid, enhance technology, improve curriculum, and support salary for faculty and staff. For more information, contact Stephanie D’Amico at 912.399.9296 or Amanda Murphy at 502.488.4545.

GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR GRACE HOUSE The 3rd Annual Grace House Charity Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, December 8 at Sea Island Retreat Golf Course on St. Simons Island. The tournament includes an 18-hole scramble, cart, bag lunch, plus raffle prizes and a silent auction. Registration is $100 per individual or $400 per team. Individuals, businesses, and churches show their support by becoming silver or gold sponsors or by sponsoring a hole. Sponsorship opportunities start at $100, and all gifts of any denomination are welcomed. Grace House of Brunswick, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) charity so a portion of these fees may be tax deductible. Since its founding in 2009, Grace House has offered more than 275 women residence at the 14-bed sober living home

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THE BRUNSWICK-GOLDEN ISLES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT RECENTLY TOOK PLACE AT SANCTUARY GOLF CLUB. MORE THAN 30 TEAMS HEADED TO THE TEES ON THIS BRIGHT AND SUNNY DAY TO ENJOY FUN WITH FRIENDS AND PLAY BY “WOODY’S RULES” FOR THIS YEARLY FUNDRAISER. IF YOU DIDN’T GET IN ON THE EXCITEMENT THIS TIME AROUND, BE SURE TO WATCH FOR NEXT YEAR’S TOURNAMENT! 72

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THE JUNIOR WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF THE GOLDEN ISLES RECENTLY HELD A CHARACTER BREAKFAST AT FREDERICA ACADEMY. KIDS ENJOYED PANCAKES WITH PRINCES AND PRINCESSES, MUFFINS WITH MICKEY AND MINNIE, AND SHOWED OFF THEIR OWN COSTUME FINERY. THE SOLD-OUT EVENT WAS A BIG SUCCESS AND WE HOPE TO SEE IT RETURN!

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THE INTERNATIONAL SEAFARERS’ CENTER’S ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL NIGHT OUT FUNDRAISER RECENTLY TOOK PLACE AT THE MORGAN CENTER ON JEKYLL ISLAND. THIS ANNUAL EVENT SERVES UP EXCELLENT CUISINE FROM AROUND THE GLOBE, LIVE MUSIC AND DANCING, AND WONDERFUL AUCTION AND RAFFLE ITEMS. Funds raised support the important mission of the Port of Brunswick’s

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JEKYLL ISLAND PROMISED A BIGGER AND BETTER SHRIMP & GRITS FESTIVAL THIS YEAR AFTER HURRICANE IRMA SPOILED OUR FUN IN 2017 AND THEY DELIVERED! IRONICALLY, THE GORGEOUS WEEKEND IN THE GOLDEN ISLES SERVED AS A GET-AWAY FOR MANY EVACUATING FROM HURRICANE FLORENCE’S ARRIVAL IN THE CAROLINAS. Thousands attended the festival to enjoy the delicious coastal fare along

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his year on Veterans Day, we celebrate a special anniversary. One hundred years ago on November 11 in Compiègne, France, the armistice was signed that brought an end to World War I. The United States stayed out of this massive conflict for almost three years. Once America entered the war in April 1917, the State of Georgia became heavily involved. Many training camps were

scattered around the state, and over 100,000 men and women from Georgia participated in the war effort. After the war, thousands of memorials were erected around the world, including a significant one in Brunswick: Memorial Hall at Glynn Academy. Dedicated on Armistice Day (the original name for Veterans Day) in 1923, the building honored local veterans of World

War I. It was designed by Savannah architect, Henrik Wallin, who was reportedly inspired by the Library of Louvain in Belgium, a university library burned by the German army in 1914. This month’s image shows an early postcard of Glynn Academy’s Memorial Hall, now known as the Glynn Academy Building.

Our monthly images on this page are from the vast archives of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The Society’s mission includes the “administration, restoration and maintenance of historic facilities and resources … preserved as a living part of the historical and cultural foundations of our coastal community.” Society facilities include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, the A.W. Jones Heritage Center, and the Historic Coast Guard Station. To learn more about the Society, its diverse programs, and the benefits of Society membership, please call 912.638.4666, or visit coastalgeorgiahistory.org.

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Elegant Island Living November 2018

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