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THE TIMELESS CHARM OF BAY ST. LOUIS
world and a delightful person to visit. Prints from her original works, called "idyllic" by Folk Art Finder newsletter, are offered for sale at a gallery in her home.
Speaking of art, Bay St. Louis was recently called one of America's best small art towns by USA Today, partly because of the the Second Saturday Artwalk, which showcases the many galleries in the Old Town area. This monthly event features special shop hours and live music, and many artists are on hand to discuss their work. Richie and Barbara Zitzman, part-time residents of Bay St. Louis, are the organizers of the Artwalk. Richie Zitzman, an artist himself, is the owner of Stained Glass by Richie, one of the galleries that participates in the artwalk.
If all that culture makes you hungry, the Bay has something to offer around every corner—from seafood at The Dock of the Bay where Jerry Fisher, a member of the Grammy winning group Blood, Sweat, and Tears, will greet you, to steaks at New York, New York. A wonderful place to eat lunch is da Beach House, open "seven to sunset, seven days a week." After enjoying everything from fresh juice smoothies to island coffee, visitors can rent a kayak if they love the water or a bike if they prefer to ride along beside it.
Across from da Beach House is the Washington Street Pier, where sandy beaches await those who love to simply relax, listen to the waves lap against the shore, and watch the gulls in flight. Or if you brought a picnic lunch, walk just down the street to the Jimmy Rutherford Pier, which boasts the same scenic view and relaxing beach atmosphere, but with picnic tables available. After walking to the end of the pier, look back to view the homes overlooking the water—what a beautiful sight!
Opposite the beach in the Old Town area, you can shop 'til you drop. Furniture, gifts, antiques, clothing, shoes, and a treasure trove