Winter 2012-13

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Winter 2012-13

Winter
2012-13
Ho Me S | HoM e S Ite S | VI L L AS
6 Water oak
2 Red Cedar Road
Offering spectacular golf views this luxurious
3 bedroom/3.5 bath home has a fireplace,
Italian tile counter tops, hardwood floors, and
a large private courtyard. $499,000
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac this 4
bedroom/3 bath home offers peaceful
views of the pool, marsh and the Intracoastal
Waterway. Features a fireplace, high ceilings,
and crown molding. $1,350,000
Fiddler’s Bend
Spyglass Villas I & II
Enjoy Amelia Island’s natural beauty at its
best from these 3 bedroom/3 bath villas
which offer stunning marsh and Intracoastal
Waterway views. $370,000 - $399,000
You will appreciate the spectacular ocean,
dune and pool views offered from these
exquisite 3 and 5 bedroom villas in this private,
gated community. $725,000 - $1,999,000
Prices subject to change without notice. Sq. ft. is approximate.
10 Amelia Village Circle • Amelia Island, FL 32034 • (904) 277-5980 • (800) 874-0322
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Winter On Amelia
The winter months may bring snow
and sleet to the northern parts of the
country, but here on Amelia Island the
average winter temperatures are mild
enough to enjoy a wide array of outdoor activities. Take a relaxing stroll
along the beach; go sightseeing in the
downtown Historic District; play a
round of golf; or spend a day on the
water fishing or sailing. Whatever you
choose, Amelia has a wintertime activity for you.
A list of special holiday and winter
events begins on page 7.
Please consult the map on page 16 to
help find your way around the island.
Amelia Island
Winter Events
Amelia Now is a quarterly magazine published by Charles Litrico, P. O. Box 1495, Fernandina Beach,
FL 32035. Phone (904) 583-3216. ©Charles Litrico 2012. Cover photo by Charles Litrico. Photos this
page: Christmas photo courtesy of Omni Amelia Island Plantation; Fishing photo by Terry Lacoss.
If you would like to subscribe to Amelia Now, please send $8 for a one-year subscription (4 quarterly
issues). Please visit us online at www.amelianow.com.
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Amelia Now Winter 2012-13
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400 Years Under 8 Flags
Amelia Island is Florida’s Golden Isle which the French visited, the Spanish developed, the
English named and the Americans tamed. It is the only location in the United States to have been
under eight different flags.
French
1562 - 1565
The island’s first recorded European
visitor was France’s Jean Ribault on May 3,
1562. He named the island "Isle de Mai."
Two years later, Rene de Laudonniere
founded Fort Caroline nearby.
Spanish
1565 - 1763
The Spanish, under Pedro Menendez,
defeated the French and founded St.
Augustine in 1565. During their long dominion, the Spanish concentrated on educating and converting the natives, and the
island name of "Santa Maria" was derived
from a mission here. The mission and settlement were destroyed in 1702 by the
English. Oglethorpe renamed the island
"Amelia" after the daughter of George II.
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British
1763 - 1783
The island became known as "Egmont"
from the Earl of Egmont’s large indigo
plantation. Revolutionary forces invaded in
1777 and 1778.
Spanish 1783-1821
(with 3 interruptions)
After the Revolution, Britain ceded
Florida back to Spain. Jefferson’s Embargo
Act of 1807, which closed U.S. ports to
foreign shipping, made the border town
of Fernandina a center of smuggling and
piracy.
Patriots
March 17, 1812
With secret U.S. blessings, the socalled "Patriots of Amelia Island" overthrew
the Spanish and hoisted their own flag on
March 17, 1812. They replaced it with the
U.S. flag the next day, but Spain demanded
return of the island. The Spanish completed
Fort San Carlos in 1816.
Senator David Yulee, the railroad ran from
Fernandina to Cedar Key.
Confederacy
Green Cross
of Florida
1861 - 1862
June 1817
To liberate Florida from Spanish control, Sir Gregor MacGregor seized Fort
San Carlos in June, 1817, and hoisted his
Green Cross standard. After his withdrawal,
the Spanish attempted to regain control but
were repelled by forces led by Jared Irwin
and Ruggles Hubbard.
Mexican
Rebel Flag
December 1817
Irwin and Hubbard were joined by the
pirate Luis Aury, who gained control and
raised the Mexican rebel flag. U.S. troops
occupied the island in December, 1817,
and held it "in trust for Spain."
United States
1821 - present
(with one interruption)
Spain ceded Florida to the United States
in 1821. Work began on Fort Clinch in 1847.
In the 1850s, Fernandina moved from Old
Town to become the terminus for Florida’s
first cross-state railroad. Organized by
The Confederates took over Fort Clinch
in April, 1861, but federal troops regained
it in March, 1862, and occupied it for the
duration of the Civil War.
The Golden Years 1875-1900:
Fernandina's Historic District retains the
evidence of the town's greatest period of
prosperity. Tourists flocked here via steamers direct from New York to stay in two elegant hotels. Shipping boomed with lumber,
phosphate and naval stores. The SpanishAmerican War fostered gunrunning from the
local port, and troops again occupied Fort
Clinch. After the turn of the century, tourism
surged southward.
1900-present: Early in the 20th century, the modern shrimping industry was
founded here, pioneered by Mike Salvador,
Salvatore Versaggi and Antonio Poli. Shrimp,
oyster and crab canneries prospered until
the Depression. The 30s brought two pulp
mills, Container Corporation of America
(now RockTenn) and Rayonier. In recent
times, sparked by Omni Amelia Island
Plantation and the Ritz-Carlton, the island
has gained national attention as a resort.
Residential &
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2477 Sadler Road
702 Centre St.
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Amelia Island
At A Glance
Name: Bestowed by Oglethorpe in honor of
Princess Amelia, the daughter of George II.
Location: The northeasternmost corner of
Florida, just across the St. Marys River from
Georgia. 32 miles northeast of Jacksonville.
Elevation: Avg. 20-25 feet above mean
sea level
Size: 13.5 miles long. Width varies from a
quarter mile to two miles. 11,600 acres. 18.2
square miles (7 square miles in the city limits
of Fernandina Beach.)
Only U.S. location to have been
under 8 flags: French, Spanish, British,
Patriots, Green Cross of Florida, Mexican,
Confederate and U.S.
Population:
Fernandina Beach: 11,656
Nassau County: 70,576
Annual avg. temperature: 69.9° F
50-block area of downtown Fernandina
Beach listed in the National Register
of Historic Places
Main tourist attractions: beach, golf,
fishing, sailing, Fort Clinch, American Beach,
Centre Street Historic District, Amelia Island
Museum of History
NEW SOFA
3 Styles • 90 Fabrics • $799
Principal industries: tourism, Omni
Amelia Island Plantation, The Ritz-Carlton,
Amelia Island, Rayonier, Inc., RockTenn,
commercial and sport fishing, Port of
Fernandina.
Southern Touch
Gifts • Games
Decorative Accessories
New & Consignment
Furniture & Accessories
www.amelias-attic.com
2164 Sadler Road
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904-277-2095
Crabtree & Evelyn
Camille Beckman • Baggallini
Willow Tree • Heritage Lace
April Cornell • Cat’s Meow
Corner of
3rd &Corner
Centreof
Streets
3rd & Centre Streets
261-5377
261-5377
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Winter On Amelia
THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND
Amelia Island
Winter Events
Santa's Storybook Tea
At The Ritz-Carlton
Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22
A Ritz-Carlton treasured tradition with
a fireside holiday storybook read by Santa
plus an afternoon tea, with a selection of finger sandwiches, pastries, candy and cake.
Held in the Lobby Lounge at noon. $49
per adult and children ages 6 and up, $10
per child ages 5 and under, includes service
charge. For reservations call 904-277-1100.
Lighted Holiday Parade
Dec. 8
Don't miss "A Christmas Night of Music and Lights" at the annual Lighted Holiday Parade on Centre Street in downtown
Fernandina Beach at 6 p.m.
S.S. Amelia Gingerbread
Pirate Ship
On display through December
The S.S. Amelia (above), a spectacular
gingerbread pirate ship, docks in the lobby
of The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for the
holiday season. Made from more than 1,200
pounds of sugar and 3,000 eggs, the S.S. Amelia serves as a festive backdrop for countless
holiday memories. All are invited to see this
Amelia Island holiday icon free of charge.
New Year's Eve Ball
At The Ritz-Carlton
Dec. 31
An evening of glamour and style remi-
WARM & COZY!
Great Selection of
Jackets, Hats and Gloves!
PRANA, LOLE, PATAGONIA, THE NORTH FACE,
EX OFFICIO, ROYAL ROBBINS, TRUE GRIT,
MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR, KRIMSON KLOVER
Visit us online at www.redotter.net
90 Amelia Village Circle
Amelia Island
Store Hours:
Tues-Sat. 9 - 6 | Sun. 12 - 4
904-310-6500
1012 Atlantic Avenue
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Store Hours:
M-Sat. 9 - 6 | Sun. 12 - 4
904-206-4122
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niscent of Truman Capote's infamous Black
and White Ball of 1996. Lavish food, live
music, dancing, open bar and fireworks.
Black and White attire is encouraged. Masks
will be provided and guests are welcome to
bring their own. Make this New Year's Eve
a Night to Remember! Must be 21 or older
and provide valid ID at registration. From 9
p.m. to 2 a.m. $195 per adult, includes service charge. 904-277-1100.
Amelia Island Restaurant Week
Jan. 20-26
We have 40+ vendors displaying
their specialties in 6,000 s.f. of space.
Country French • Shabby Chic
Industrial • Primitive • Architectural
Beach/Nautical Decor • Wrought Iron
Garden Art
Open Mon.-Sat. 10-6 • Sun. 12-5
904.432.7048
201 Alachua Street
On the corner of North Second Street
One block north of Centre Street
The Fifth Annual Amelia Island Restaurant Week will feature three-course pricefixed menus at participating restaurants.
Make your plans today to enjoy an old
favorite restaurant or try something new,
or both! www.ameliaisland.com/yummy.
904-277-0717.
Art & Antique Show
Feb. 8-10
The 36th annual Antique Show and Sale
to benefit the Fernandina Beach Restoration
Foundation will be held at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
on Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday. Admission is $5. 904-269-2431.
Twisted
Twisted
Sisters!
Sisters!
Apparel, accessories,
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up"
and
gifts"twist
with aonTwist!
to our new location:
Pandora
• Switchflops
402 Centre
Street
Magnolia
(Look
for the redLane
awnings
across from old
Office)
Escapada
Brighton
•Post
Oka
b • Thymes
Wishing
you a
very Merry
Christmas!
Baggallini
and
a
magical
New Pie
Year!!
Spartina • Mud
261-2501
Historic Downtown Fernandina
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OKA B • THYMES • BAGGALLINI • SPARTINA • MUD PIE • SWAN CREEK
COTON COLORS • CINDA B • CAPRI BLUE
TYLER CANDLES • LUG • BEAUCOUP DESIGNS
PANDORA • SWITCHFLOPS • MAGNOLIA LANE • ESCAPADA • BRIGHTON
Feature Restaurants,
Cafes & Snack Spots
Prices and hours subject to change.
29 SOUTH EATS - This eclectic bistro has
it all; great ambiance, fantastic food, an extensive wine list and reasonable prices. The menu
can best be described as traditional world cuisine with a modern, whimsical twist, where
award-winning chef and owner Scotty Schwartz
paints a playground for the palette. Winner of
Florida Trend's "Golden Spoon." Voted "Best
of Jax" by Folio Weekly. 29 South 3rd Street.
www.29southrestaurant.com. 277-7919.
BARBERITOS - Barberitos' food is made-toorder right in front of you, exactly the way you
tell us to make it. In addition to serving the besttasting burritos, we also offer delicious tacos,
quesadillas, nachos and salads. Barberitos offers
fresh, healthy, and absolutely delicious food,
made-to-order, just the way you like it. 1519
Sadler Rd. 904-277-2505.
BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFE - Brett’s is the
official welcome center to Florida's east coast,
and center stage for Fernandina's vibrant and
enchanted downtown waterfront district. Served
with traditional southern hospitality, Brett's menu
is an eclectic mix combining local seafoods as
(904) 261-2660
1 South Front Street,
Amelia Island, FL 32034
www.BrettsWaterwayCafe.com
EXTRAORDINARY FARM-TO-TABLE CUISINE
Winner of Florida Trend's "Golden Spoon"
Voted “Best of Jax” by Folio Weekly
29 South Third Street
Historic Downtown
277-7919
(904) 432-8213
19 South 3rd Street
Historic Downtown Fernandina
(904) 277-2132
80 AMELIA VILLAGE CIRCLE,
AMELIA ISLAND, FL
WWW.PLAEFL.NET
Wine Spectators Award of Excellence 2002 – 2010
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well as Angus beef and organic chicken, pork and
veal. For lunch or dinner, casual resort wear is perfect for cocktails on the sunset veranda or in our
dining room or lounge. V/MC/AE. One South Front
St. www.brettswaterwaycafe.com. 261-2660.
LE CLOS - Located in Fernandina's Historic
District, Le Clos serves delicious Provençale
dishes, by candlelight and music, in a charming, intimate 1906 cottage. Patio garden seating
available, weather permitting. Eclectic wine list.
Monday - Saturday 5:30-9:00 p.m. Reservations
recommended. 20 South 2nd Street. www.leclos.
com. 261-8100.
THE CRAB TRAP - Nautical decor and
friendly service make for a casual, relaxing
atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner daily,
offering fresh local seafood - fried, grilled, broiled
or blackened - as well as steaks, lobster, chicken
and oysters year ‘round. Now open for lunch
from 11 a.m. daily. Beer, wine, cocktails. Family
owned and operated since 1979. Major credit
cards. 31 North 2nd Street. 261-4749.
DAVID'S RESTAURANT - Newly opened at
802 Ash Street, David's offers exemplary service
staff, high quality food with a gourmet presentation and a keen sense of attention to detail. A
Prix Fixe Menu is offered 7 days a week from 5
to 6:30 featuring a three course dinner for $35
per person. www.AmeliaIslandDavids.com. 3106049. For more information, please see New on
the Scene, page 30.
1519 Sadler rd • (904) 277-2505
burritos, Nachos, tacos
salads, quesadillas aNd more!
Oceanfront Dining
Upstairs Oceanfront Dining and
Breakers Bar Now Open!
Banquet & Wedding Facilities
Ask A Local
The Island‛s Only Oceanfront Tiki Bar,
Upstairs Deck and Playground.
1998 South Fletcher Ave.
904-277-6652
www.SlidersSeaside.com
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Come enjoy
Happy Hour
and sunset
views of the
intracoastal
upstairs on
the Pelican
Perch!
Open daily
from 11 am
12 North Front Street • 904-277-3811
On the waterfront in Historic Downtown Fernandina
www.thesaltypelicanamelia.com
CONTINENTAL CUISINE
CASUAL ELEGANCE
AN AMELIA ISLAND
TRADITION SINCE 1995
LUNCH
Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
DINNER
Wednesday - Saturday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
4828 First Coast Highway (904) 321-2430
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DeNUCCI'S SOFT SERVE - This parlor-style
restaurant features Nathan's hot dogs, Edy's soft
serve (custard, ice cream and yogurt) and Dole
Whip fruit soft serve. They also have sugar free,
fat free and dairy-free selections. Walk-up, drivethru, or sit in the children's play area. DeNucci's
also makes special occasion cakes and pies.
2210 Sadler Rd. 310-6837.
DON QUIXOTE'S - This restaurant is familyfriendly with a Spanish-Portuguese cuisine, serving a wide variety of tapas and fresh local seafood. Full bar, private party room and extensive
wine list available. www.don-quixotes.com. 520
Centre Street. (904) 432-7194.
DOO WOP DINER - This fifties'-style diner
serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 7
a.m. to 8 p.m. Beer and wine available. Located
at 1120 South 14th Street (just down from the
movie theater). 432-8400.
FALCON'S NEST - This aviation-themed
restaurant at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation
is decorated with 7,000 square feet of fascinating memorabilia from the aviation world. Guests
enjoy the build-your-own Falcon burger, a full
service bar and the best martini menu around.
Happy hour offered each day to get the evening
going. 904-491-4242.
GREYFIELD INN - Cruise along the Amelia
River and across the Cumberland Sound to gourmet fine dining at Greyfield Inn on Cumberland
Island. Exceptional cuisine and full bar. Open year-
Jacksonville Magazine Top 25
"like being invited to the
home of a fine chef"
Dine in the Charming Restored
1903 Home or by the Fountain in our
Beautiful New-Orleans-inspired Courtyard
Serving Dinner Nightly 6:00 - 9:30
Extensive Wine List
Reservations
Recommended
Find us on Facebook
for nightly
Find us@JoesSecondStreetBistro
on Facebook for nightly
specials
specials @JoesSecondStreetBistro
321-2558
14 South 2nd Street
Historic Fernandina Beach
www.joesbistro.com
802 Ash Street
Fernandina Beach, FL
32034
904-310-6049
AmeliaIslandDavids.com
Dinner
Daily 5pm-10pm
Lounge 4pm-1am
Reservations Highly
Recommended!
Private wine room for up
to 14 guests.
Banquet Room up to 50
guests for Events.
Enjoy a true fine dining
experience on Amelia Island.
David’s Restaurant offers top
shelf steak and seafood,
impeccable service and an
attention to detail unmatched
on Amelia Island!
Just a sample of our full menu…
FIRE
Filet Mignon ●New York Strip●Hanger Steak
Signature Ribeyes ● Lamb Loin ● Veal Chop
WATER
English Channel Dover Sole ●Thai Scallops
Salmon Napoléon●Shrimp Scampi Alfredo
WIND
Duck Breast● Cornish Hen Stuffed
AARON BING WED-SAT
Chicken Breast
Live in our lounge
Full Bar & Martini Menu
Prix Fixe Menu Daily from 5-6:30pm
CASUAL RESORT ATTIRE
Make your Holiday Reservations
TODAY!
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Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Open 7 Days • Beer & Wine
1120 S. 14th Street • (904) 432-8400
Dine on
fresh
seafood
by the
docks
Open daily
11a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Beer & Wine
Winner of 62
"Best of the Best"
News-Leader Awards
101 Centre Street • 261-5310
14 Flavors 55 Toppings
14 Flavors 55 Toppings
Unlimited Creations
Unlimited Creations
Self
Serve- Soft
- Soft
Serve
Self Serve
Serve
Frozen
Yogurt
~ Sorbet
~ Custard
Frozen Yogurt
~ Sorbet
~ Custard
Real
Fruit
Smoothies
Real Fruit Smoothies
Fresh Brewed
Kona Coffee
306 Centre Street Fernandina Beach, FL 904 -55-8444
306
Centre Street
904-557-8444
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round. 5:30 p.m. ferry departure from Fernandina
Harbor Marina. V/MC/DS. Reservations required.
261-6408.
THE HAPPY TOMATO CAFE - Indoor/outdoor relaxed atmosphere featuring fresh salads
and deli sandwiches accompanied by the best
BBQ your mouth will ever taste! Beer and wine
available. Open for lunch Mon.-Sat. from 11 to
5-ish. 7 South Third Street. Historic Downtown
Fernandina. 321-0707.
HORIZONS - This longtime favorite in
Palmetto Walk features a variety of soups, salads
and sandwiches for lunch Tues.-Fri. from 10-3.
Dinner is served Wed.-Sat. from 6-9. The menu is
full of many favorites that Horizons has become
famous for through the years! 4828 First Coast
Highway. 321-2430.
ISLAND TIME FROZEN YOGURT - Island
Time features premium artisan frozen yogurt
made with all natural ingredients. Choose from
14 flavors of frozen yogurt, sorbets and gelato
to twist and top with over 65 delicious toppings. Island Time also offers fat free, low fat,
no sugar added and non-dairy treats, plus real
fruit smoothies, Kona coffee and exotic teas. 306
Centre Street. 904-557-8444.
JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO - Joe’s 2nd
Street Bistro serves innovative cuisine in a relaxed,
island atmosphere. Enjoy fresh seafood, game
and specialty dishes in a charming 1903 home,
or outside in a New Orleans-inspired courtyard.
Jacksonville Magazine Top 25. Extensive wine
list. Dinner nightly 6-9:30. Find us on Facebook
for nightly specials @JoesSecondStreetBistro.
Reservations recommended. Major credit cards.
www.joesbistro.com. 14 South 2nd Street. Historic
Downtown. 321-2558.
KELLEY'S COURTYARD CAFE - Kelley's is
a family-owned cafe offering homemade soups,
sandwiches, salads and wraps with a courtyard
as inviting as the promise of great food and
service! Open Monday through Saturday from
11-3 and 5-9. www.kelleyscourtyardcafe.com.
19 South 3rd Street. 432-8213.
MARCHE BURETTE - Located in the Shops
of Amelia Island Plantation, this gourmet food
market, wine shop and deli offers a variety of
sandwiches, soups, salads, wood-oven pizza
and specialty desserts or homemade ice cream.
For a casual dining experience, guests can relax
outside on the covered porch overlooking the
old-fashioned shopping village and the lake.
904-491-4834.
MARINA RESTAURANT - Serving great food
for 35 years, the Marina was awarded 5 stars
by the Times-Union and 62 "Best of the Best"
awards by the News-Leader. Lunch specials
(meat and 3 veggies) start at $8.75. Nighttime
features seafood, steak and chicken from $12.95.
Beer and wine available. Casual. 11 a.m. to 9:30
p.m. daily. V/MC/D. 101 Centre St. 261-5310.
THE OCEAN CLUB - The Ocean Club of
Amelia offers the perfect setting for your wedding
festivities. The coast cottage atmosphere over-
looks the whimsical dunes and renowned shorelines that form beautiful Amelia Island. Whether
you prefer an island-casual bridal luncheon or an
over the top reception, this venue is ideal for any
occasion! 2080 S. Fletcher Ave. (904) 557-6156.
THE PECAN ROLL BAKERY - This real neighborhood bakery in Historic Downtown Fernandina
features sweet and savory pastries, cookies,
cakes, breads and more! They are always coming
out with new tasty treats, and love to celebrate the
holidays with festive sweet and savory desserts
and snacks. Everything is made from scratch.
Open Wed.-Sun. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Now serving lunch from 11:30 to 1:30. Enjoy fresh salads
or sandwiches made on freshly baked bread. 122
South 8th Street. www.thepecanrollbakery.com.
(904) 491-9815. Check us out on Facebook.
PEPPER'S MEXICAN GRILL - Pepper's
serves authentic Mexican food and great margaritas in a family-friendly atmosphere. Daily
specials available. Come see our new location in downtown Fernandina with full bar and
patio dining! Open for lunch and dinner every
day. www.peppersmexican.com. 530 Centre St.
(Fernandina Beach). 277-2011. 96098 Lofton
Square Ct. (Yulee). 491-6955.
PLAE (People Laughing And Eating) - Voted
"Amelia Island's Favorite Restaurant 2008" by
Folio Weekly. Innovative and unique for the plaeful
at heart. PLAE is a perfect dining experience each
evening from 6 p.m. Now open for lunch Tues.-Sat.
11:30 - 2:30. Call for live entertainment schedule.
V/MC/AE. Located in the Shops of Amelia Island
Plantation. www.plaefl.net. 277-2132.
THE SALTY PELICAN BAR & GRILL Overlooking the waterfront in historic downtown Fernandina, the Salty Pelican offers great
food and a fun atmosphere. The menu features
Mayport Shrimp, Gulf Coast Oysters, and lots of
fresh local seafood, along with Buffalo Wings,
Loaded Potato Spring Rolls and the famous
Salty Pelican Stuffed Burger. Open daily from 11
a.m. 12 N. Front St. www.thesaltypelicanamelia.
com (904) 277-3811.
SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL - Sliders offers
fun dining for the whole family. Enjoy a beautiful
oceanfront view inside, or dine outdoors on our
oceanfront patio. We're famous not only for the
best seafood, salads and steaks, but also for
our Tiki Bar, complete with live music! Check out
our oceanside playground for the kids. Upstairs
Dining and Breakers Bar now open! Full bar and
banquet facilities available. Take-out available.
1998 South Fletcher Ave. (next to the Seaside
Park). 277-6652. Fax: 277-6529.
THE VERANDAH - Overlooking the tranquil
Racquet Park tennis facility, diners view the
natural canopy of live oak trees from their table at
the Verandah restaurant. The Verandah brings the
bounty of the local waters and neighboring farms
directly to its inspired plates - specializing in fresh,
traditional seafood in an inviting, family-friendly
setting. Reservations recommended. Open daily
for dinner only. 904-321-5050.
The
Crab Trap
Restaurant
is now open
for lunch
and dinner.
7 Days a Week
Open at 11 AM
Serving all of our famous dishes...
and a few new ones!
31 N. 2nd Street
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LOCATION OF ADVERTISERS
(Followed by page number)
ANTIQUES
26CEight Flags
Antique Market (21)
26CThe Picker's Market (8)
26CTrailer Park Collectibles (5)
BAKERY
26CPineapple Patch (18)
26CRed Otter Outfitters (7)
26CTwisted Sisters! (8)
26CWadsworth's (3)
23DWhat's In
Resale Boutique (28)
26CThe Pecan Roll Bakery (15) FESTIVALS
BOOKS
26CThe Book Loft (22)
26CIsle of Eight Flags
Shrimp Festival (26)
CANDY / SWEETS
26CFernandina’s Fantastic
Fudge (23)
GIFTS, CRAFTS
26CSouthern Touch (6)
HOME FURNISHINGS
22EAmelia’s Attic (6)
FASHIONS
26CAmelia Angler Outfitters (24) 25DClassic Carpets (27)
HOTELS, INNS, B & B’s
26CBijoux Amelia (20)
22FDays Inn & Suites (16)
24CBuy-Gones (22)
25GElizabeth Pointe Lodge (17)
14DEvelyne Talman (30)
Greyfield Inn
23CFifi's Fine Resale Apparel (21) (Cumberland Island) (32)
ICE CREAM / YOGURT
21FDeNucci's Soft Serve (11)
26CFernandina's Fantastic
Fudge (23)
26CIsland Time Frozen Yogurt (14)
JEWELRY
26CAmelia's Fine Jewelry (19)
PLUMBING
20ADave Turner Plumbing (18)
REAL ESTATE SALES
8FAmelia Island Plantation (2)
26CClaudia Watts (32)
20CCurtiss Lasserre (27)
12EThe Edwards Company (19)
21GERA Fernandina
Beach Realty (29)
12EMaddox, Inc. (20)
22EOceanfront Realty (6)
26CPam & Pat Troxel (22)
26CRE/MAX Professional Group (30)
21FSea Horse Properties (5)
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15DAmelia River Golf Club (23)
29DBoat Rentals (27)
26CBoat Rides On The Water Adventures (19)
21FSea Horse Properties (5) 21GSlider's Seaside Grill (11)
11ESummer Beach Resort (21) SALONS & SPAS
RESTAURANTS
11EMaking Waves Amelia (28)
26C29 South (9)
8FThe Spa at Amelia
Island Plantation (31)
21DBarberitos (11)
1D EcoMotion Segway® Tours (3)
26CBrett’s Waterway Cafe (9)
17F Fernandina Beach Golf Club (28)
26BFishing Charters A.C. Charters (26), Amelia
Island Charter Boat Assn. (24),
Amelia Isl. Charter Fishing (24),
Rappi (25), `Ye Ole Pirate (27)
20A Golf Club at North Hampton (30)
1DKayak Amelia (19)
26CWindward Sailing (24)
RENTAL REAL ESTATE
8FAmelia Island Plantation (2)
12EAmelia Rental & Mgt. (20)
21GERA Fernandina
Beach Realty (29)
14FFlorida Properties (18)
26CThe Crab Trap (15)
26CLe Clos (15)
26CDavid's Restaurant (13)
26CDon Quixote's (10)
24DDoo Wop Diner (14)
26CHappy Tomato Cafe (12)
14DHorizons (12)
26CJoe's 2nd Street Bistro (12)
26CKelley's Courtyard Cafe (9)
26CMarina Restaurant (14)
21GThe Ocean Club (11)
26CPepper's Mexican Grill
and Cantina (10)
8FPLAE (9)
26CSalty Pelican Bar & Grill (12)
Superior Vacation
Homes & Condos
Even A Lighthouse!
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SEAFOOD & BAIT
22DAmelia Isl. Bait & Tackle (25)
26CAtlantic Seafood (25)
SHOPPING VILLAGES
26CHistoric Downtown
Fernandina
22DIsland Walk
14DPalmetto Walk
11EPark Place
8FThe Shops of Amelia
Island Plantation (31)
TOURS
26CAmelia Island Museum
of History (4)
1D EcoMotion Segway® Tours (3)
26COld Towne Carriage Co. (19)
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Amelia's Prehistoric Treasures
A walk along Amelia's beautiful
beaches can often yield a spectacular
amount of treasure. Not gold or silver,
though. This treasure comes in the form
of shells, driftwood, coral, and perhaps
most popular - fossilized shark teeth.
The definition of "fossil" is "the remains or imprint of an organism from
a previous geologic time." Sharks that
died millions of years ago have only their
teeth as a remainder - as sharks have no
bones, their entire skeleton is made up of
cartilage.
When a shark dies and its cartilage dissolves, the teeth fall to the bottom of the
ocean and get covered with sandy sediment. The sediment prevents oxygen and
bacteria from reaching the tooth, and it
fossilizes over the course of about 10,000
years. During the process, the white teeth
will acquire the colors of the minerals
surrounding it as the minerals eventually replace the dentine and enamel that
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the teeth that are found on the beach and
collected aren't white, but gray, black or
brown.
If you want to try your luck at finding
one of Amelia's fossilized pieces of history, low tide usually is the best time to
look. The water is calmer and clearer at
low tide, giving you better visibility. Plus,
there is a larger area of beach available to
search. The receding waters also expose
some of the best areas to look for teeth.
These areas are the drop-offs that occur
just along the shoreline where the surf
goes back into the sea. There's commonly
a six to twelve-inch drop in the sand level
here called a "wash-in." Rocky sediment
collects here, and you can usually find a
large amount of sea rocks, shells and, if
you're lucky, shark teeth. Morning is a
good time to search, if for no other reason
than the fact that there are fewer people
around to contend with.
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Another tip when searching along
the shoreline is to concentrate on areas
where the sand is darker. It's also a good
idea to head out after a storm. Ocean
storms typically bring in all kinds of debris that deposit on the beach, including
teeth.
Whether you're six or sixty, searching
for fossilized shark teeth can be a fun adventure. It's yet another way to enjoy the
beautiful beaches that Amelia Island has
to offer.
WILD HORSES
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A Winter Pilgrim
This glowing account of 19th century Fernandina was written by a Chicago Tribune correspondent staying at
the Egmont Hotel, one of Fernandina's
grand hotels formerly located at the
corner of Beech and Seventh Streets.
The article, excerpted here, ran in the
January 25, 1879 issue of The Florida
Mirror. It was entitled "Among the
Flowers of Florida" and signed "A Winter Pilgrim."
FERNANDINA, FLORIDA, Dec. 29,
1879 - As I sit writing today in my room
at the Egmont, with the thermometer
at 70°, the doors and windows open to
the breezes as they come fresh from the
waves of the Atlantic, a sapphire sky
above, and emerald foliage all around
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me, while the atmosphere is laden with
the fragrance of a thousand flowers,
and odors of orange and lemon, pomegranate and fig, date and banana, and
the myriad growth of a tropical climate are drawn in with every breath, I
am thinking of and commiserating the
poor, shivering humanity which is hurrying to and fro through the streets of
Chicago, wrapped in furs and beaver
to ward off the chilling winds of Lake
Michigan and to escape the keen frosts
of your northern latitudes.
It is only December in name down
here in Florida, in all else it is bright,
glorious, blooming June; the roses are
blushing profusely, the sweet violets
shade off the grass into purple, the stately
camellia glitters in its cold beauty, Span-
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tudes and undergo the rigors of a six
months' winter.
To the invalid whose failing health
and shattered nerves are not proof
against the robust attacks of
a northern climate in winter,
Fernandina
and its charms
of the sky, and
earth, and sea
in all their varied beauty are
a perfect haven.
If I have
said enough
to
awaken
inquiry and provoke a desire to visit
Fernandina, the queen of the Sea Islands, and partake of the hospitalities
of the Egmont, I am more than repaid.
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the date, palm, and the banana are responsive to the
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Fernandina's
Historic District
Fernandina's 50-block downtown historic district is
listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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A 50-block area of Downtown Fernandina
is cited on the National Register of Historic
Places because of its amazing preservation of
late Victorian architecture. This reflects Fernandina's great prosperity from tourism and
shipping in the late 1800s.
When Henry Flagler bypassed our island in building his railroad down through
Florida, tourism surged southward, shipping
activity soon waned, and Fernandina slipped
into sleepy obscurity. Without so-called
"progress" the old buildings were repaired
rather than replaced, and our architectural
heritage was preserved.
Centre Street remains impressive with its
"handsome brick blocks" and the side streets,
especially S. 7th and N. 6th, remain enchanting with mansions and cottages adorned
with Victorian gingerbread.
For guided tours of Centre Street and the
surrounding blocks, contact the Amelia Island Museum of History at 261-7378.
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Crown Jewel at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
The Automotive Fine Arts Society
Combining their
strong passion and
unbridled love for
automobiles
and
fine art, the members of the Automotive Fine Arts Society
(AFAS) will exhibit
at the 2013 Amelia
Island
Concours
d'Elegance.
Automobile aficionados
and art connoisseurs
attending will have
the opportunity to
meet members of AFAS and view their art
during their 18th annual art show March
8-10, 2013.
"It's an honor to be a part of the Amelia
Island Concours d'Elegance this spring,"
said Ken Eberts, AFAS president. "It's a
unique opportunity for AFAS members
to share their passion for automobiles
with patrons of both fine art and the Concours."
Established in 1983, AFAS boasts
many of the most celebrated automotive
artists from around the world. Since the
inception of the Amelia Island Concours
d'Elegance in 1996, AFAS has proudly
hosted their automotive fine art show
there every year. The 2013 Concours will
mark the 18th year that visitors will experience fine art in mediums including oils,
watercolors, acrylics, wood, gouache,
ink, clay and even
metal.
The
Concours
provides AFAS artists the chance to
share their stories
through
magnificent works of art.
Spectators visiting
the show will see a
highly coveted selection of masterpieces,
including an original
painting of a 1932 Ford Hot Rod in front
of the Edsel Ford Estate in Detroit named
"32 Zephyr" (pictured above).
Additional information about AFAS
and its members is available online at
www.autoartgallery.com.
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Winter Fishing at Amelia
Story and photos by Terry Lacoss
Cold nights and mild days find a variety
of Amelia Island game fish willing to take
a variety of both artificial lures and natural
baits. Look for some of the best action to
come during warm periods of weather,
while avoiding those dreaded northeasters.
Winter fishermen will find a mixed bag
of saltwater game fish schooling at the St.
Mary's jetty rocks, including sea trout, flounder, whiting, black drum and more. Drifting
live shrimp deep under a trout float close
to low areas of the jetties is a deadly winter
fishing tactic for trout, flounder and redfish.
Fresh dead shrimp or cut baits fished on the
bottom attracts strikes from black drum, red
drum, whiting, bluefish and more.
Delicious-eating sheepshead weighing
from 2-10 lbs. simply love live fiddler crabs
and barnacles fished close to jetty rocks.
Sea trout are plentiful at both Cumberland
and Nassau Sounds, particularly during the
last portion of the incoming tide. Look for
areas of clean ocean water at both inlets to
produce specks weighing from 1-8 lbs.
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Key areas to target excellent-eating sea
trout at Nassau Sound include the mouth
of Sawpit Creek where a shallow sandbar
drops off into a deep hole at the Nassau
Sound Bridge. Here, winter trout fishermen typically drift live shrimp deep under
a trout float. The small rock jetties located
just north along the beach at Nassau Sound
also harbor sea trout during the last of the
incoming and first of the falling tide.
The George Crady fishing pier at Nassau
Sound is an excellent winter fishing location
while drifting live shrimp under a trout float
during the last of the incoming tide. Some
of the best trout fishing here comes from
the northwest corner of the pier. Fishermen
wading along the nearby shallow shoreline,
just northwest of the "Shave Fishing Pier",
will find superb feeding grounds for sea
trout, whiting, flounder redfish, sheepshead
and puppy drum. Some of the best fishing
at Nassau Sound comes from the northwest
portion of the George Crady fishing pier
and the adjacent shoreline to the west.
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The southwest corner of the George
Crady fishing pier also offers excellent winter trout and flounder action while wade
fishing along the grassy shorelines during
the last of the incoming and first portions of
the falling tides.
These shallow, sandy grass flats also offer
excellent fly fishing for wade fishermen. A
6-7 weight fly rod setup works just fine for
sea trout weighing to four pounds. Employ
a short six-foot leader with a 10-lb. tippet,
with a white and chartreuse color pattern
"Clouser" fly tied to the business end of the
leader. Strip your fly slowly along the deep
edges of the flooded grasses.
If you enjoy targeting excellent-eating
whiting, anchor your boat just southwest
of "Bird Island" in 10-20 feet of water.
Fishermen here normally target whiting
with local fresh shrimp. When the black
drum begin to spawn in late winter, pieces
of blue crab are the baits of choice.
Cumberland Sound is located at the
northern tip of Amelia Island and fed by the
Nassau River, Intracoastal Waterway and
several tidal rivers. With so many tidal rivers feeding this fertile sound, winter fishing
just doesn't get any better!
For the best bay fishing at Cumberland
Sound, fish the flooded edges of the marsh
where oysterbars attract schooling winter
game fish. Sea trout and redfish are typically found schooling during the winter season, so be prepared for fast action that only
the cooler months of winter can offer.
Bottom fishing with fresh dead shrimp or
cut baits in the deep waters of Cumberland
Sounds attracts an aggressive winter bite
from black drum, whiting, bonnet head
sharks, flounder, bluefish, red drum and
more. During late winter jack crevalle,
Spanish mackerel and bluefish begin to stage
a massive attack on schools of glass minnows
Delicious-eating sea trout are a popular winter
catch in the waters surrounding Amelia Island.
close to the surface. Casting or trolling small
jigs or spoons offers fast fishing action. This
is a perfect family fishing opportunity!
Some of the best trophy largemouth bass
fishing of the year comes during the cooler
winter months. Last winter, Florida bass
weighing up to 12 pounds were caught in
nearby freshwater lakes and rivers.
Soaking wild shiners under a brightly
colored float, or slow trolling live shiners
often produces the best big bass action.
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Huge black drum can be taken while fishing with
pieces of blue crab.
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During warming trends, largemouth will
move onto the flats and can be taken with
a variety of artificial lures including darkcolored plastic worms and rattle traps.
Lofton Creek, located a few minutes west
of Amelia Island, is overlooked by many
local bass fishermen, but is considered to
be one of the best freshwater bass streams
in the south. Fishermen have easy access
to this narrow tidal river from a boat ramp
and park located on AIA. You won't have
to navigate too far down river, as some of
the best trophy bass fishing in Lofton Creek
begins right at the boat ramp and runs
some two miles down river. Expect to catch
striped bass and a mixed bag of saltwater
game fish where salt and fresh water mix.
Offshore fishing is excellent during the
winter for hard-fighting gag grouper, red
snapper and black sea bass at many of
the close-to-shore natural and artificial fish
havens. Some of the best bottom fishing
action can be enjoyed while fishing right on
the bottom with local squid, cut baits and
cigar minnows. Deep jigging with light
tackle while tipping jigs with squid is also
becoming very popular.
Look for Schultz's Fish Market, located
some five miles offshore of the south end of
Amelia Island, to harbor some of northeast
Florida's very best winter bottom fishing.
Here, drift-fishing boats will find a natural
lime rock bottom, numerous two to threefoot rock ledges and man-made reefs. Other
popular winter fish havens include East
FC, HH, AH, RL FA and KBY. All of these
popular locations are identified on the local
offshore chart with coordinates. Be sure
to pick up a copy of the Florida Wildlife
Commission's fishing rules and regulations
on fishing at area bait shops, or visit www.
myfwc.com for updated fishing regulations.
Northeast Florida's Gulf Stream harbors
excellent fishing for giant wahoo that can
weigh over the 90-lb. mark. Look for some
of the best wahoo action to come while trolling in water depths of 200-1,000 feet. Large
"Drone" spoons rigged to wire lines and
trolling weights help get the lure down deep
to where wahoo are typically holding.
Surf fishing along the beaches of Amelia
Island during the winter produces excellent
catches of beach whiting and blues. Fresh
shrimp is the bait of choice when fished
right on the bottom with a "Fish Finder"
setup. Look for the high falling tide to offer
some of the best fishing on foot, particularly
when a flood tide arrives at mid-morning.
Key areas to surf fish along Amelia Island's
pristine beaches include the old "Pipe Line",
the little jetty rocks located at Fort Clinch
and the southern tip of Amelia Island.
Non-Florida residents under the age of
16 will need to purchase a Florida saltwater
fishing license when fishing from land or
bridges. You may purchase a Florida saltwater fishing license by calling 1-888-347-4356.
You can also visit www.myfwc.com for more
fishing information. For more fishing and
fishing charter information, call (904) 2612870 or visit www.ameliaangler.com.
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WINTER TIDES
High and low water predictions at the Amelia River entrance
HIGH
LOW
1 Sat.
10:14 AM
10:34 PM
2 Sun.
10:52 AM
11:13 PM
3 Mon.
11:31 AM
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JANUARY
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"Chip-Free" Opi Gel pOlish
Making Waves Amelia
Full-Service Salon
Mon - Sat. 10-5
5472 First Coast Hwy.
(Park Place Plaza)
Cherye, Dottie, Suzy
Carrie, Nikki
(not pictured: Emily)
261-4500
Look for us
on Facebook!
1875 S. 14th Street • Amelia Island
KeraTin hair sTraiGhTeninG
Be Our Guest!
Fernandina Beach Golf Club is offering a special 18-hole
rate for visitors staying in one of the island’s hotels,
resorts, or other rental facilities.
$
34 Weekday • $39 Weekend
Includes 18 hole green fee, cart and tax.
Clubhouse serving Breakfast and Lunch Daily
904.277.7370 • fernandinabeachgolfclub.com
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ear pierCinG • speCializinG in COlOr
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We rent Amelia Island...
Offering the best rates on the largest inventory
of beachfront homes, condos & the only oceanfront motel.
Five locations on
Amelia Island to
serve you:
Fernandina Beach Realty Homes & Condominiums
2057 S. Fletcher Ave. • 904-261-4011 • 800-741-4011
AmeliaVacations.com
Amelia By The Sea Condominiums
904-261-6795 • 800-335-0984
AmeliaByTheSeaRentals.com
Amelia South Condominiums
904-261-7991 • 800-543-0664 • AmeliaSouth.com
The Oceans of Amelia Condominiums
904-261-4013 • 800-331-7428 • OceansOfAmelia.com
Beachside Motel
3172 S. Fletcher Ave. • 904-261-4236 • 877-261-4236
BeachsideMotel.com
Fernandina Beach Realty, Inc.
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904-321-1999
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Monday - Saturday 10:00-5:30
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(904) 491-4878
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David's Restaurant - Myrta Defendini
and Deborah Gold, owners of the Hoyt
House, have begun a new adventure and
created a unique dining experience. Executive Chef Robert Camp, formally of PLAE,
has taken his almost 20 years of experience
and created a spectacular Steakhouse and
Seafood Menu. Dinner will be dedicated
to prime steaks and unique seafood such
as Filet Oscar, New York Strip Steak, double bone-in Rib Eye, Dover Sole, Chilean
Sea Bass, Maine Lobster and other delicacies from around the world, as well as local
shrimp and items from local organic growers. The wine room can accommodate up to
14 guests for private dining, wine tastings
and a signature Chef's Table. The Banquet
room can hold up to sixty guests for private
events. Open 7 days a week for dinner from
5 p.m. to 10 p.m., including all Holidays.
Bar Menu available in the lounge from
4 p.m. For reservations or special events
please call 904-310-6049. Visit us at www.
AmeliaIslandDavids.com.
Ecomotion Tours at Fort Clinch State
Park - Watch Nature unfold as you Segway
through a beautiful transition zone from the
beach to the maritime forest. Enjoy riding
the ups-and-downs of the Park’s trail, traversing along the dips of an ancient dune
ridge, beneath a canopy of enormous trees.
Along the way, your guides will interpret
this fascinating plant and wildlife habitat.
No experience necessary. Easy-to-learn instructions given before every excursion.
Riders' minimum age is 13 years; maximum
weight is 260 lbs. There are four tours daily,
Monday through Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1
p.m. and 3 p.m. (Closed Saturday) For more
information visit www.EcoMotionTours.
com or call 310-6049.
BOOK ONLINE & RECEIVE
TWO FREE GOLF GIFTS!
20% OFF
your golf
round rate
(904) 418-6113
BOOK YOUR TEE TIME NOW!
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A N O W
*Offer subject to change without notice and is based on availability.
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Come out and visit our super market.
Mingle with local farmers and business owners as you
wander through farm direct produce, specialty foods,
baked goods, and specialty plants and flowers.
EVERy SAtuRDAy 9 A.M. – 1 P.M.
Stroll through the Amelia Farmers Market or peruse the resort’s charming shopping
village with local boutiques, familiar designers, gourmet food, and art gallery.
Or just relax in the picturesque park with breakfast at Chef Bobby’s
Biscuit Bar and $2.50 bloody marys or mimosas!
Featured Vendors
Montego Bay Coffees & Smoothies; Kings Kountry Farm; Carter Produce; Dips2Go;
Joseph’s Soups & Sauces; Maria’s Bakery; Jane’s Kountry Kitchen; Amo la Pasta;
Neal’s Kettle Korn; Orchids by Del-Rei; J.C. Daily Bread; Blue Planet Delights
Winter Park Honey; Ever Blooming Landscape Gardens; Spouses Breads & Desserts
Introducing Rosie’s Organic Farm
Visit ameliafarmersmarket.com and
thingstodoataip.com for more information
Located at Omni Amelia Island Plantation
6800 First Coast Highway • Amelia Island, FL 32034
(904) 261- 6161 • omniameliaislandplantation.com
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Gain insights concerning the
market with a proven market
leader…
Claudia Watts
(904) 556-4000
Selling the Amelia Island
lifestyle since 1995...
Contact Claudia Watts of
COLDWELL BANKER The Amelia Group
311 Centre Street
Located in Historic Downtown
Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island
!
(904) 261-0347 Office
(904) 556-4000 Cellular
e-mail: claudia.watts@coldwellbanker.com
Website: www.claudiawatts.com • Blog: www.wattsonmymind.net
CUMBERLAND
ISLAND
Greyfield Inn
Overnight Lodging,
Island Day Trips & Fine Dining
Ferry Departures
from Fernandina Beach
(904) 261-6408

Winter 2012-13

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