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Real Estate Blog for the Golden Isles of GA including St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick, GA.

We Love our GA Bulldawgs!

Aug. 27, 2008
Categorized in: Just for Fun!
Tagged with: football, fun, ga bulldogs

This Saturday, August 30th, kicks off the 2008 Football Season with the Dawgs going up against the GA Southern Eagles between the hedges. But the game that is a phenomenal draw to our area and specifically St. Simons Island, is the GA/FLClassic held in Jacksonville, FL. on November 1st. This game is rivalry personified to say the very least. This game has been named one of the top ten football rivalries by ESPN, College Football News, The Sporting News, Fox Sports and America’s Best Online. 

Bulldog fans have long enjoyed the commentary of Atlanta’s legendary radio voice, Larry Munson. Larry underwent surgery recently, and the Bulldog Nation is extremely hopeful that he will be the familiar voice announcing for the 43rd Season. Mr. Munson coined the phrase for the GA/FL weekend for St. Simons as “the world’s largest cocktail party” which is certainly indicative of a lot of fans and fun going on for the build-up to this very special game.
We are handling rentals and property management now and are already getting calls from individuals getting their plans set for that timeframe.   Give us a call if you’d like to plan your trip to the Golden Isles of GA.
 
BTW – if you would care to review the 2008 Bulldog schedule, go to:

Shrimp and Grits, A Southern Classic

Aug. 13, 2008
Categorized in: Jekyll Island Information

The Jekyll Island Authority and the Wild GA Shrimp Assn. will be bringing the Shrimp and Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival from September 19th-21st. This annual event is absolutely committed to upholding our fresh, wild GA shrimp versus “that imported variety from God only knows where” as well as their combination with a Southern staple---grits. Certainly other delicious seafood and shrimp dishes will also be available from several local restaurants, so bring your taste buds and come to Jekyll Island in Southeast GA for a truly entertaining experience. In addition to culinary delights, there will be wonderful music, a Family Fun Zone, vendors with arts and crafts, antiques and collectables. You will have the opportunity to take a tour of a “real” shrimp boat or to take a shrimp excursion over the weekend. 

The setting for the event is in the quaint and charming historic district under moss draped oak trees. For more information on this event you can 877-4-JEKYLL or go to:
 
Or better yet, give me a call or an email for more details or events in this wonderful area. September and October are prime months to plan a visit to the Golden Isles as the average temperature for September is 77.9º and 69.6º for October. With the pleasant temperatures and our typical glorious weather, I can almost guarantee you’ll enjoy your stay.   Give me a call!

A Tasty Opportunity For You!

Feb. 12, 2008
Categorized in: St. Simons Information
This event/fundraiser is planned for March 30th to raise money to benefit Amity House and aid in putting an end to domestic violence in Glynn County. This annual event has grown to include some of the area’s top cuisine from local restaurants, live entertainment and a silent auction to make for a memorable and tasty evening. 
 
A Taste of Glynn is held at the King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort located on the beach on St. Simons Island, GA. from 5 pm until 8 pm. Should you be interested in planning a holiday to coincide with this lovely affair, go to www.atasteofglynn.com to read more about it. 
 
If you do visit St. Simons Island, I certainly invite you to look us up in the heart of the village area only minutes from the King and Prince Resort. Hope to see you soon!

The Bulldog Fans have Landed!

Oct. 26, 2007
Categorized in: Just for Fun!
Our business and home is on St. Simons Island in Southeast GA. Thousands of avid University of GA football fans come in several days prior to the annual GA Bulldog/FL Gators face off in Jacksonville this Saturday afternoon. The traffic is already getting heavy with many vehicles displaying team flags in their windows and lots of tags with that big black "G" on a red background. I just sat down to read yesterday's local newspaper and the Golden Isles tourism prediction is that this event brings an estimated $1 million a day to our area! Two of my three children run a barbeque restaurant and last year the GA/FL weekend rivaled the July 4th sales.
I believe it may have been Larry Munson, long-time announcer of Bulldog Football, who hailed St. Simons Island on this weekend as the World's Largest Cocktail Party. I am not attending the game, but will be in the office hoping to meet some of the visitors who are interested in masking this special place their home.

Are you coming yet?

Sep. 28, 2007
Categorized in: Just for Fun!
Whether you are a sports enthusiast, golfer, racing fan, naturalist, shopper, and music & arts enthusiast or simply enjoy relaxation, the Golden Isles offer activities and events to entertain you and natural beauty to captivate you. The small town charm mixed with modern luxuries will suit even the most discriminating visitor. Look over just a small sampling of what's coming up the last quarter of this year & plan to come see us:
· 10/6/07 CoastFest
Hosted by the GA Dept. of Natural Resources, COASTFEST takes place @ Conservation Way in Brunswick right under the Lanier Bridge. From 10 - 4, the event has many educational & interactive components such as tours of a DNR Research Vessel, hands on visits with sea critters in touch tanks, snakes & other wildlife, historical interpreters & cannon firing demonstrations, natural trails & marsh walks. Entertaining programs, skits puppets and dancers are a favorite of children. Admission & Parking are FREE.
· 10/13/07 Brunswick Rockin' Stewbilee
See my 7/20/07 Post on this event in Downtown Brunswick for great family fun. Brunswick Stew competition, pooch parade, antique cars, 5K race, arts & antique vendors. Culminates with an evening concert featuring the Neville Brothers!
· 10/12 - 10/14/07 Birding & Nature Festival
5th annual festival on Jekyll Island offers a variety of entertainment & educational activities. Seminars & field trips highlight coastal GA's abundant natural beauty & wildlife. Unique pontoon & kayak trips, beach excursions & more should give birders an opportunity to enjoy this important regional bird area. Some free programs & events open to public. www.coastalgeorgiabirding.org
· 10/27/07 GA/FL Football Game in Jacksonville, FL
See my 8/31/07 post that highlights this annual event. BullDawg fans from all over the nation congregate on St. Simons Island and the mainland to enjoy the company of other loyal fans of GA's favorite college team. Tour busses depart to the game on Sat. & even if you don't care to attend the game, the team spirit is contagious. If you've never seen a grown man drop on all fours & bark like a dog, this is your opportunity. No kidding!
· Fall Crazy Golf Days - Coastal I-95 GA Golf Trail
Golfers who stay @ participating hotels on Jekyll, St. Simons & in Brunswick can play 8 different courses for the same reduced rate. Your passport ticket is good for cart & green fees @ area fine courses. If golf is your thing don't miss this opportunity to sample the best. www.coastalgeorgiagolf.com/specials.html
· 11/18/07 Concert One of the Season
Brunswick Community Concert Assn. starts off the season with the Harry James Orchestra. Broadway, ballet, chamber music and more will be covered in the association's season selections. Go to www.brunswickcommunityconcert.org to review the concert dates.
· 11/24/07 Community Tree Lighting in the Historic Village, Jekyll Island
The Holiday season is kicked off with festive music, Santa's arrival on a fire truck,
horse drawn hayrides, storytelling, a field of "snow" for children to play in, food & vendors and the lighting of an enormous Christmas tree. The light display alone is worth a trip to Jekyll. www.jekyllisland.com
· Fall Car Racing Golden Isles Speedway
This dirt track is located approximately 12 miles from exit 29, I-95 on the Glynn/Brantley County line. If racing gets your motor running, go to www.goldenislesspeedway.com and look it over.
The Golden Isles of GA is a fabulous place and the Fall and Winter weather make for year-round enjoyment. If you have any questions or need further information, please give me a call or shoot me an email.
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