NEW ON THE SCENE
Art & Antiques Centre of Amelia Island
- Local artists Georganna Mullis and Eileen Shannon Moore have opened this unique art
gallery in the old Badcock building at 702 Centre Street. They feature paintings, pottery,
jewelry, blown glass, stained glass, sculpture, hand-carved wood and gift items. Open
Tuesday through Sunday and by appointment. 277-2717.
Arthur Rutenberg Homes - The nation's largest franchisor of home building
companies has expanded to Nassau County by awarding a franchise to longtime home builder
Victor Buscaino, Jr. Mr. Buscaino's franchise, Plantation Housing Corp., is located in
downtown Fernandina Beach in the historic Post Office building at 401 Centre Street. For
more information call (904) 261-4404, or visit the web site at www.arhomes.com.
The Bailey Boys - This
nationally-known manufacturer of upscale children's clothing will open a retail store on
Amelia Island on Saturday, June 12. Marketed under three labels - The Bailey Boys, Chabri
and Bailey Babies - this line of clothing features original designs and is best known for
its brother-sister coordinates and its "John-John"
outfit for boys. 5472 First Coast Highway.
La Bodega - Now open in historic downtown Fernandina, La Bodega (Spanish
for "the deli") specializes in hot and cold sandwiches, soups, salads and a full
breakfast menu. Breakfast is served from 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. Lunch hours are 10:30 a.m. - 2
p.m. Courtyard dining, beer, wine and take-out available. 19 South 3rd Street. 321-1922.
Christmas House Italian Restaurant - Dine in a quaint Victorian home
decorated year 'round in a Christmas theme. Choose from a variety of homemade Italian
favorites, plus steaks, seafood and freshly baked desserts. Celebrate Christmas on the
25th of every month with turkey and all the trimmings. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Beer and wine available. Reservations accepted. Major credit cards. Family owned and
operated. 604 Ash Street. 321-2121.
Gourmet Gourmet - As the name implies, this delicatessen offers a variety
of gourmet foods for carry-out or dining in. Choose from sandwiches, soups and a large
selection of low-fat and vegetarian entrees. Gourmet Gourmet also offers espresso,
cappuccino, and freshly baked breads and desserts. Catering available. 261-8973.
Making Waves Amelia - Now open in Park Place, Making Waves Amelia is a
full service salon featuring products from name brands such as Nexxus, Sebastian, Redken,
Logics, Nailtiques, Murad and Repichage. Open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6
p.m. 5472 First Coast Highway. 261-4500.
Park Place - This upscale array of boutiques on the southern end of
Amelia Island offers something for everyone. Shops include: Chaplin Williams Real Estate -
sales and property management; The Bailey Boys - upscale children's clothing; Sharon's
Collection - fine women's apparel; The Wardroom Ltd. - antiques, gifts and interior
design; Absolute Favorites - home accessories gifts and furniture; Making Waves Amelia - a
hair, skin and nail salon; Gourmet Gourmet - deli fare and specialized
catering; and Mon Petit Chou - your accessory store. 5472 First Coast Highway.
The Wardroom Ltd. - R. Ward Lariscy, Jr., of Jacksonville, has now
brought his years of experience as an interior designer to Amelia Island with the opening
of The Wardroom. Located in Park Place, The Wardroom features a large selection of
antiques and gifts, as well as offering interior design services. 5472 First Coast
Highway. 261-1008.