Submitted by Gerry Clare
Roving Reporter
May 20, 2014 11:00 a.m.
This weekend’s beautiful weather was perfect for the Wild Amelia Festival, playing at the new Pirate’s Playground, swimming at Main Beach and shopping at the Fernandina downtown farmer’s market. All of which this reporter did, including a trip to outer space and back in the traveling Spacelab with 10 adults and 6 kids, among many who entered the fun.
Wild Amelia Festival (bottom)
Afterwards, I headed home and was amazed to see a new sign where Cotton Eyed Joe’s used to be.
Apparently it’s time for a new business just off the island. Details to follow.
Editor’s Note: Gerry began free lance writing for fun and is the author of a published book (available on Amazon and at Books Plus) about funny real estate experiences. Gerry is a longtime member of our local American Business Women’s Chapter, a volunteer cancer driver and church deacon who loves to read, travel and meet interesting people.