Greetings from Florida. John and I are down with Mom to help her buy a notification watch in case she falls again. It will give us all some peace of mind. Also dealing with the recall on the brakes on her 15 year old car (!!!). Is that off or what. I'll be back available Saturday for weekend duty. If you need me, I am always available by phone/text/email. I just saw the posting on NextDoor that 401West closed its doors. That is so sad. So many good stores and restaurants didn't survive Covid. Hopefully next year will bring some new energy to our economy. Fortunately there are still many fun things going on around the wonderful area where we live:

Vacuna Farms LLC

For later this year, satsumas , pomegranates (maybe), grapes and pears.

Happy Axe Hour at Unleashed Camden

Wed Jul 20th 4:00pm - Fri 22nd 6:00pm, Sun Jul 24th 12:00pm - 4:00pm

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Unleashed Camden, 258 Haddock Rd, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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Unleashed Camden is hosting Happy Axe Hour from Wednesday thru Friday from 4pm - 6pm.

Come on out for $20 axe throwing and $12 buckets.

For more information: (912) 510-0136 or http://unleashedcamden.com/

Weekly List of Live Music & DJ's

Sun Jul 17th - Sat 23rd

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0717 to 0723 live music & dj's

Here's what's happening in the music scene this week around our area.

Join us for great local talent, as well as a very active night life.

Come on out for a good time and some great music!

*Check back frequently for updates, as information is subject to change at any time.

Weekly List of Trivia & Bingo

Sun Jul 17th - Sat 23rd

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717 - 723 - Trivia & Bingo

Here's a list of where to go for Trivia & Bingo this week in our area.

Come out for a good time and some great fun!

*Check back frequently for updates as information is subject to change at any time.

Pool Tournament at Cumberland Breeze Bar & Bites

Wed Jul 20th 7:30pm - 11:00pm

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Cumberland Breeze Bar and Bites, 2710 Osborne Rd, St Marys, GA 31558, USA map

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Pool Tournament tonight! $10 buy in, with the cash prize based on the pot! Registration starts at 7:30pm.

Cumberland Breeze offers the biggest bar in Saint Marys! Featuring live music, djs, dancing, karaoke, ladies night, pool tournaments, bites and more, so be sure to check it out!

No smoking is allowed in the main bar. You must be 21+ to enter.

Come enjoy the Breeze! You'll be glad you did!

Christmas in July Workshop at The Makery on Lee

Fri Jul 22nd 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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The Makery on Lee, 111 S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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It might be as hot as a hamster wrapped in a wool sock, but we are going to pretend it's sweater weather anyways!

Grab your friends, and head to The Makery on Lee, to recreate those iconic vintage ceramic trees.

There will be a few different sizes to choose from, as well as a vintage truck, and camper! Comes with light kit and twist lights.

Christmas in July Workshop Registration is OPEN. (Limited Supplies). This event is BYOB.

To register: https://www.themakeryonlee.com/.../christmas-in-july...

Shrek - The Musical

Fri Jul 22nd 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Sat Jul 23rd 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Sun Jul 24th 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Fri Jul 29th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

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210 E William Ave, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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Don't miss your chance to see everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, and his BFF, Donkey take the stage in this delightful musical.

Based on the Oscar-winning, DreamWorks animated film, Shrek The Musical is big summer fun for the whole family!

Come on out to sing, dance, and have a good time as your favorite characters entertain you with their side splitting humor and antics.

For more information: 912-510-9700 or www.saltwaterpac.org/

Woodbine Opry Friday Nights

Fri Jul 22nd 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Woodbine Opry, 205 Camden Ave, Woodbine, GA 31569, USA map

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Enjoy live on-stage all acoustic Bluegrass, Gospel & Classic Country Music at the Woodbine Opry.

Come join the jam session every Frinday night starting at 7pm. Doors open at 6 pm, with an open mic at 8pm.

Grab your friends and family and head over for some free old-fashioned family friendly entertainment.

Don't forget your dancing shoes!

Parking Lot Cinema: "Lilo and Stitch"

Fri Jul 22nd 8:00pm

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Camden County Public Library, 1410 GA-40, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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Join us for a Parking Lot Cinema showing of "Lilo and Stitch" rated PG with a run time of 1h 25m.

Concessions will be available for a $1.00 donation. We look forward to seeing you!

If we happen to have poor weather at the time of our screening, we will have the event inside. Bring your chair and dinner into the library, we'll have everything set up by the fireplace for best viewing.

For any questions: (912) 729-3741

The Santa Special Train Ride - Christmas in July

Sat Jul 23rd

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Georgia Coastal Railway, 440 S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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Santa has decided to vacation in southern Georgia this summer and he and his friends will be on the Georgia Coastal Railway Saturday, July 23rd for Christmas in July.

Beat the heat in the climate controlled rail cars and meet Santa and his friends.

Choose from two boarding times: 3:30 pm or 6:30 pm.

For more information: https://thegeorgiatrain.c

Pizza with Santa on a Train

Sat Jul 23rd

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Georgia Coastal Railway, 440 S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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"Nothing could be finer than pizza in the diner!" Join Santa and his friends for an exciting train ride and some yummy pizza, as Georgia Coastal Railway celebrates Christmas in July.

Select from two departure times: 3:30pm or 6:30pm.

For more information: Call (904) 370-3744 info@thegeorgiatrain.com

Lemon Painted Chalkboard Class at Cottle and Gunn

Sat Jul 23rd 10:30am - 1:30pm

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Cottle and Gunn, 711 Osborne St, St Marys, GA 31558, USA map

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In this fabulous class you will be transforming a kitchen cabinet door into a chalkboard using Iron Orchid Designs lemon transfers and Annie Sloan chalk paint.

Included with this class is your own set of lemon transfers that you can use for additional projects.

($28 value).

Succulent Design Class at The Makery on Lee

Sat Jul 23rd 11:00am

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The Makery on Lee, 111 S Lee St, Kingsland, GA 31548, USA map

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Join others at The Makery on Lee, on July 23, as you create your very own succulent planter. Your instructor will provide some tips/tricks for caring for and propagating your very own succulents.

Included in this workshop is: *5.5oz terracotta pot, *Bonsai Jack gravel & Cacti Soil with perlite, *(1) 4oz Jade, *(3) 2oz succulents of your choice, *(1) hen/chick clipping,*(1) wood plant spike and *care instructions.

3 Rules to Remember When Shopping for a Mortgage

Since you're in the market for a new home, you're probably in the market for a new mortgage. Here are 3 critical shopping tips for anyone looking for a new loan.

Know the Terms
All the terms of a loan matter. Unfortunately, shopping for a mortgage is not as simple as finding out how much a lender will let you borrow and at what interest rate. You'll want to get a complete breakdown of what any offer your receive means to you on a monthly basis as well as how much money you'll be spending over the life of the loan.
Not All Mortgages are the Same
There are several mortgage types available to residential home buyers. Most people will shop for a traditional fixed rate mortgage, but other options are available including adjustable rate loans (ARMs), Federal Housing Administration loans (FHAs), and Veteran's Administration (VA) loans. You'll want to be sure to understand what kind of loan a lender is offering you.
Fees, Fees, Fees
Most loans have fees associated with them in additional to the principal amount borrowed to buy the home. You can sometimes borrow the money need to cover these fees, but that will obviously increase the overall amount of debt you undertake. Some fees are paid up front, and others are not due until closing.

If you'd like to chat with me personally about how to shop for a mortgage and what other questions you can ask lenders to find the best deal, give me a call at any time. I'm happy to get you started on the right path so we can start looking for your new home!