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FACE TO FACE OPENS HOME STORE

After 10+ years in the wholesale industry, shipping coast to coast daily with clients like Joanna Gaines and Southern Living, Face to Face Designs, a small local family-run business and maker of thoughtful home goods and gifts, is now opening a retail door: Face to Face Home. Continuously expanding design lines include reclaimed wood and textiles and represent a mix of coastal climates, sometimes with a Scandinavian touch. Visitors to the showroom in Atlanta say that space feels so happy and peaceful that they just want

ROTARY ANNOUNCES NEW DISTRICT GOVERNOR

Rotary District 6920 is pleased to announce the election of Dr. Hamsa Thota of the St. Simons Island Rotary Club as its 2017-18 District Governor. Dr. Thota will oversee 63 clubs in the central, south-central, southeast and coastal Georgia areas. A member of the St. Simons Island Rotary Club since 1978, Dr. Thota served as the club’s president in 1983-1984. In 1985, Dr. Thota to sit and take it all in. This is the atmosphere they hope they’ve recreated in the new lifestyle store – a place you can come in, browse, and let the designs speak to you. While the store contents are 90% locallycreated Face to Face products, there are also some smaller product lines they love. From gifts for weddings to housewarmings, and babies to birthdays, you can always find something unique. Stop in the new store at 1806B Frederica Road or visit facetofacedesigns.com.

received the Rotary International District 6920 Governor’s New Club Builder Award for starting the Rotary Clubs of Jekyll Island and Camden County. As District Governor, Dr. Thota will voluntarily strive to engage and inspire 3200 Rotary members, promote Rotary values in local communities throughout District 6920, and encourage others with the year’s theme of “Making a Difference.” Dr. Thota currently serves as the president of Innovation Business Development, Inc. (IBD), an innovation management training and consulting company. For more information about Dr. Thota and Rotary District 6920, please visit rotarydistrict6920.net.

TIO TACO TURNS ONE

Tio Taco Mexican Restaurant & Bar is celebrating its 1st Anniversary. Jorge and Efrain Franco are so happy their new location is Brunswick has been a success. The Franco brothers pride themselves on serving delicious authentic Mexican food, prepared and cooked up Mexico City-style, at their family-friendly restaurant. As they like to say, “they are keeping it REAL!” The full bar at Tio Taco has an extensive selection of tequila and Mexican beers, and they’re famous for their delicious margaritas, served frozen or straight-up using premium tequila. Tio Taco is located at 4441 Altama Avenue in Brunswick and is open 7 days a week. Come by to wish them a Happy 1st Anniversary. You can find them on Facebook at Tio Taco Brunswick. They also offer catering service, for more information, call 912.275.7754.

300 Main Street, Suite 201 • St. Simons Island, Georgia (912) 264-4211 / www.choateandcompany.com

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REALTOR® OFFERS UNIQUE PROPERTY SELECTION TOOL

Cynthia (Cindy) Brockwell, Realtor® Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners (CBPP) SSI, holds the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification and is part of the Cartus National Affinity Specialist Team (CNAS). Cindy handles relocations and referrals for USAA, Navy Federal, and other financial institutions. Her background in federal government consulting combined with a history in real estate investing and management provides expertise to assist clients in selecting their dream home or investment using her “Best Value Property Selection Tool”™ template. Clients love the ability to easily capture the salient points of each property as it relates to their pre-determined priorities. As a member of a fourth-generation military family, Cindy possesses a keen understanding of active duty and veteran requirements and can be reached at 912.577.7022, CBPP office 912.634.0404, or by email at Cynthia.brockwell@ coldwellbanker.com

MANY PATHS TO RECOVERY

Seth Eisenberg, MD believes that recovery from mental health and addiction disorders is possible for everyone. His practice mantra is “All Recovery, All the Time.” Dr. Eisenberg believes that there are many paths to recovery and endorses the importance of mind, body, and spirit to achieve personal realization. What’s required is to work to overcome barriers to recovery and to create a life that supports health and wellness. Everyone wants to feel happy, fulfilled, and proud of how they live their life, and to have meaningful connection to others. Not easy in the modern world, but more and more attainable every day. Recovery from life’s challenges can be there for everyone with motivation and commitment to do what’s needed. Dr. E. will provide medication treatment, counseling, recovery support, and referrals for additional needs. His office is located in a private and picturesque location across from the lighthouse. 613 Beachview Drive, 912.634.9311. sethmd@recoveryrebooted.com

SERVICEMASTER RESTORE CUTS THE RIBBON

Recently ServiceMaster Restore by A1 held a Ribbon Cutting celebration as they cut the ribbon symbolizing their membership in the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce. They are not a new business however, A1 has been providing the same superior service since they started the company from the ground up in 1985. It’s upon that solid reputation that they continue to offer more services each year, in addition to the cleaning and restoration services for which they are known, they also offer cleaning services for carpet and rugs, tile and grout, hardwood floors, upholstery, air ducts and dryer vents for commercial and residential. Restoration services include 24/7/365 Emergency Service, water, fire, smoke damage mitigation, mold remediation, odor removal, pack-out/ content cleaning, trauma and biohazard clean-up. They also work with your insurance companies and have exceptional local staff to assist you. Free estimates for all services. For more information, visit servicemasterbya1.com.

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