Birdbrained at the Beach: Milo the Seagull is in the news again! LBI’s lovable mascot, created by artist and teacher Jamie Jarka of Lil Monsters Art lessons and parties, already adorns walls in homes and businesses all over the Island and beyond in the form of framed artwork and murals. Catch him on cars, in the form of magnets.

Milo is now at Ron Jon. (Supplied photo)
And now, find him at “The Original” Ron Jon Surf Shop in Ship Bottom, where Milo can be purchased on prints, stickers, magnets and nightlights.
Jarka will be stationed at three Island venues giving weekly art classes this summer: Bayview Park in Brant Beach,…
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