Let us begin with a riddle: what is a tree but is not alive, with “leaves” that are blue, clear, or any other color glass can be? If you guessed the bottle tree, you are correct! In honor of Black Read more…
I hope one of your Presidents’ Day traditions this year will be eating cherry pie, as it is a wonderful excuse to eat dessert. However, I encourage you to add a captivating local ceremony to your agenda, too. On February Read more…
Winter is my favorite bloom season. You may think this strange, but stroll a Southern town such as St. Marys and tell me its camellias adorned with deep red, pastel pink, and snow-white flowers are not a winter marvel. Below Read more…
Few places can rival St. Marys for its small-town charm, unforgettable river views, delectable seafood, and action-packed history. Read below to learn how to fill your time in this picture-perfect town! 1. Take the ferry to Cumberland Island National Seashore Read more…
Few places can boast as many historic churches as St. Marys. None besides St. Marys can claim the second oldest church building in Georgia and the state’s oldest building in continuous use as a church. Its First Presbyterian Church earns Read more…
Do you know someone who is larger than life, a towering presence who leaves a lasting impression on all he or she meets? On Cumberland Island a century ago, Lucy Coleman Carnegie was that figure. The sister-in-law to steel tycoon Read more…
As we sit down to Thanksgiving dinner and enjoy family and football, we may also recall the Plymouth pilgrims’ festivities with the Native Americans in 1621. However, could it be that this is not the true first Thanksgiving in North Read more…
In Southeast Georgia, our foliage does not mark a change in seasons as it does for our northern neighbors. However, one aspect of our landscape does herald fall: the salt marshes, which transition from neon-green in summer to a rich Read more…
Any season can be a glorious time of year to visit Cumberland Island National Seashore. The pristine beach entices with invitingly warm water. Refreshing breezes make exploring the island a delight. Even the sun seems to shine brighter here, bathing Read more…
Hurricane Ian has reminded us it is that time of year again. We all know the drill: stock up on food and water, be ready to lose power, prepare for flooding, and even leave town if necessary. While we have Read more…