letter from the Publisher
10 | VIPPensacola.com
With Easter falling later this year, it seems like Memorial Day
came and went in a hurry. Now, we all know that means hot days,
long lines, and lots of traffic in the Pensacola area. But who could
get by with complaining about it since we are, after all, in one of the
most sought after locations in the South. I love summertime and
all that goes along with it … from mowing the lawn, waiting at a
crowded restaurant, to cleaning the pool … it is easy to find joy in
things when you are doing them on the Emerald Coast.
From art exhibitions and Kentucky Derby parties to crawfish
festivals and farm to table feasts, we have had boundless
opportunities to get out and have fun over the last few weeks. There
were galas, festivals, ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and open
houses, all of which are proof of a vivacious local economy and a
spirited quality of life in the Greater Pensacola Area. In addition to
having fun, Pensacolians are some of the most generous people with
their time and resources. Even if the emerald waters and sugar sand
beaches were not so close, this community of people that we have
here should make anyone want to live in it.
This issue recaps just a few of the many social, business, and
philanthropic events that recently took place. We also highlight
some of the ways the area sets its tone in style and fashion, although
you can see that in almost every issue by the way the locals in the
many photos portray their own personal style. From Gulf Breeze
and Pensacola Beach to Perdido, encompassing Pensacola and the
communities north of the city and beyond, there is a very unique style where folks from all over the country take
notice.
I hope that, in this issue, you will learn something new about your community, about your fellow locals, or about
the vast opportunities for service and socializing. And if that is not enough, you will find stories about great places
to eat, drink, and enjoy the summer season.
Greg Alexander
Publisher
Greg@VIPMag.com
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