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Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Wine Women and Shoes Wows In New Venue
WOW was the word for Wine, Women & Shoes 2024! This sipping and shopping event that benefits Hospice of the Golden Isles was held at Queen and Grant in Historic Downtown Brunswick this year, and everyone was dressed to impress! Read more
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Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Super Dolphin Day Supports SSI Schools
They were faster than speeding mullets as they ran through the village on St. Simons Island for the 2024 Super Dolphin Day Races. 10K, 5K, and 1-Mile Fun Run participants were cheered on by friends and family and other community members. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Magnifique Cabaret Soiree
Ooh là là, what a night! The Cabaret de Paris signature event benefiting the Coastal Symphony of Georgia was magnifique! Frederica Golf Club was transformed into a Parisian paradise with extraordinary entertainment. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Kathi Williams
Fiery Competition in Postell Park
Postell Park on St. Simons Island was feeling the heat with the 2024 Golden Isles Rotary Club Red Hot Chili Cookoff. Tasters showed up big to enjoy the culinary concoctions prepared by approximately 20 teams competing for bragging rights. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Taste of the Vine Always an Elegant Affair
Taste of the Vine benefiting Coastal Coalition for Children is always an elegant affair. Held at Frederica Golf Club, this wonderful evening allows guests to sample a variety of specially curated wines and enjoy delicious fare and lively music. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Wine Women and Shoes Wows In New Venue
WOW was the word for Wine, Women & Shoes 2024! This sipping and shopping event that benefits Hospice of the Golden Isles was held at Queen and Grant in Historic Downtown Brunswick this year, and everyone was dressed to impress! Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
20 Years of Spanning the Sidney Lanier for Southeast Georgia Health System
Celebrating its 20th year, the 2024 Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation Bridge Run drew runners and walkers of all ages from near and far to cross the span of the Sidney Lanier Bridge. And some folks even crossed it a few times! Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Dads and Daughters Share Sweet Afternoon
The ACS Victory Board’s annual Father Daughter Dance was a sweet afternoon of special moments. Ziggy’s was packed with proud papas and their precious princesses dancing, enjoying tasty treats, and posing for photos in the Barbie booth. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Wainwright Shines at Habitat Hunt Ball
Attendees of the annual Hunt Ball benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Glynn County enjoyed creative culinary dishes, shopping opportunities, and a lively auction. A highlight of the evening was Adam Wainwright’s musical performance. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Big Read Kick-Off at First Friday
The Big Read: Coastal Georgia reads The Wonderful Wizard of Oz recently kicked off at First Friday. Attendees were encouraged to grab a passport to Oz, enjoy story time with Dorothy at the library, and explore the Story Walk On the way to The Ritz. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Camouflage and Camaraderie
Camouflage and camaraderie were the prevailing themes at Sea Palms Resort for the annual banquet for the Coastal Georgia chapter of Ducks Unlimited. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Warm Welcome at the Land Trust Oyster Roast
Cold weather didn’t put a damper on this fabulous party with a purpose. Besides the many, many bushels of oysters shucked, there were plenty of delicious options to warm your belly and lots of friends gathered to warm your soul. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
Huge Crowd at Brunswick Stewbilee
It was a hot time with a huge crowd at Mary Ross Park for the 2024 Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee. Approximately 30 teams competed this year, with The Seafarers named Grand Champion and Chief’s Smoke n’ Que earning top honors in the People’s Choice. Read more
Elegant Island Living/Julie Andrew
7th Annual Charles & Kay Reeves Grace House Golf Tournament
Grace House of Brunswick recently held its 7th Annual Charles & Kay Reeves Grace House Golf Tournament at Sea Island’s Retreat Golf Course. This important annual fundraising event helps them to keep costs affordable for the women in recovery. Read more
Letters from David
Letters from David - A slice of island life from the monthly Publisher's Letters of Elegant Island Living Publisher David Butler.
Confessions of a Black Thumb Gardener
EIL Publisher David Butler shares his special talent: the uncanny ability to inadvertently kill any plant that dares to cross his path. Cheers to the black thumb gardeners of the world! Read more
Mar 30, 2024
Time Is an Illusion
EIL Publisher David Butler turns 62 this month. He shares some red flags that make you realize you’re getting older. Read more
Mar 1, 2024
Where Can I Rent a Squirrel Chaser?
EIL Publisher discusses birdwatching, birdseed, and his secret weapon against squirrels. So secret that the squirrels aren't even bothered! Read more
Jan 31, 2024
