The Village pier's supports are being reinforced, the benches are being rebuilt, and a new metal roof is being put on. During part of the renovation, it's closed.

The fishermen are forced to fish from shore!

PRETTY WEATHER

People are loving the warmer weather. Here are some enjoying the sea by the pier.

And here are some strolling about the little Pier Market shops.

When we emerged from the cold wintry weeks, we found Subway sandwich shop closed. Not enough parking probably. And someone's opened up a new restaurant in Dressner's. We haven't tried it. We still miss Dressner's too much.

SEA GULLS

Found the sea gulls all spread out over the pier roof yesterday.

Guess they must have been sunbathing!

SIGN AT PIER

They moved the sign telling about what's allowed on the Village Pier. Before it was to the side where no one saw it. Now it's right where you walk onto the pier. Looks nice, too!

GETTING READY FOR GA/FL VISITORS

All the shops are putting out UGA and Gator merchandise for the fans already crowding in. The restaurants are hauling in the beer. Even the County is sprucing up for the event!



Although to be fair, County Employees do a great job year-round, keeping everything looking good.

DRESSNERS

Our great restaurant closed the end of September. Sob. Oh for one of those plate-sized blueberry pancakes!

Here's a picture of Caylee with a former customer. She's still in St. Simons.


Goodbye to the old sign everyone will remember.




And this is how it looks now.



Sad. So sad.

TRUCK

Walking in the Village this morning I came across this truck. A 1936 or 37 Ford truck or who can be sure? Interesting what ever it is.

Postell Park

Surveying at Postell Park is the first indication of work on the renovation scheduled for later this year and early next year. If this renovation turns out like Neptune Park it should be great.

Recent Rains

Recent rains have brightened up the resurrection ferns on the live oaks in the Village and brought out some interesting mushrooms on some of the trees.

Shrimping

Shrimping near SSI pier. Shrimp boats have been working around the pier all week. It's been a great place to take boat pictures.

FUN BUS at VILLAGE INN

Talked to the owner of the FUN BUS tours that originate in
Ohio. She always stops at the Village Inn and Suites because it's so unique. It's quaint but large enough to house a bus full of tourists.



We wish we had a FUN BUS down in these parts!

LOCAL SONGWRITER HOPEFUL

Keith Joseph, who works at the Casino, is leaving for New York next month. A singer and songwriter, he'll be working with Gene Waiters in hopes of getting established.

Good luck, Keith!

Cars Must be Selling?

There were three car carriers at the port of Brunswick yesterday and this one headed for the open sea just off Driftwood Beach at Jekyll Island. The new car business must be picking up?

Watercolor Show

George Guerrieri from my Saturday morning watercolor class has a show this month at Hospice in Brunswick. Go by and check it out.

Artist at Work

We met a nice lady yesterday sitting on the steps of the Casino painting a familiar scene. We went back today and she was fininshing it up. Nancy Lane a local artist is allowing me to show you her work. Thanks Nancy!

New Sign

Glynn county has just installed a new sign with Neptune Park regulations. I hope people will read and comply.

New Neighbor

We have a new neighbor. My wife is not very happy about him, but he catches flies, bees and bugs. I hope he will hang around, but my wife may take the broom to him. I'll let you know.

The Grass is Greener

The beach side of the Casino looks great with the new picnic area and sod.

Star Eagle Leaving Port

Star Eagle passing St Simons pier yesterday head out to the open sea.

Big Photo Show

Coastal Photographers Guild presents "The Big Photo Show" - The Opening Reception is Thursday July 1st from 5 - 7 PM. The show is open Tuesday to Saturday 9 AM -5 PM and Sunday from 1 - 4 PM.
FREE ADMISSION
Glynn Art - 529 Beach View Drive, SSI, GA 31522
http://www.coastalphotographersguild.com/