One of the many beautiful homes that will be included in the annual “Gardens by the Sea,” a tour of private, Marion gardens sponsored by Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, which will take place on Friday, July 11 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. The event will include a luncheon at a private seaside club and a Bake/Plant Sale. “Tour Only” tickets are $20 each and may be purchased at the Marion General Store and Saint Gabriel’s Church in Marion. (Photo by and courtesy of Laura McLean.)