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St.
Simons Island - Calendar
St.
Simons Island has many events going on throughtout the year.
Below you will find a list of events that will be taking place
during the month of July. Come, enjoy and stay for a while,
we promise you will have a great time.
MAY 2008
MAY 2 - 24: “Georgia Artists with Disabilities” Touring Exhibit is on display at the Ritz Theatre Gallery in Brunswick. Award-winning work by disabled artists from throughout the state of Georgia. 1530 New Castle St. (912) 262-6934 or goldenislsarts.org.
MAY 2 - 4: “Turtle Crawl and Nest Fest” USA Triathlon and 5K Fun Run & Run and Walk to benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island. (877) 453-5955 or jekyllisland.com.
MAY 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: “Reclaiming Past Glories” program hosted by the Jekyll Island Museum, 12:30 and 2 p.m. The last Jekyll Island Club Cottage to be preserved, hear about the family that resided in this vacation retreat and the steps required to preserve the structure. (912) 635-4036 or jekyllisland.com.
MAY 3: The Golden Isles Maritime Club will host their 11th Annual Golf Classic at Sanctuary Cove Golf Course with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. For more information contact Jill Gill at (912) 264-7295.
MAY 10: “What’s Salt Got to Do With It?” family program at the Maritime Center Education Building on St. Simons Island, 11 a.m. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
MAY 16 - 18, 22 - 25 & 29 - 30: The Island Players present “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” at the Island Players Downtown Theatre in Brunswick at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. 1409 Newcastle St. (912) 554-2034 or theislandplayers.com.
MAY 18: The Fifth Street Band performs beach music, as part of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s “Little Light Music Series,” on the lawn at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic. Admission is $10 per person, children under 12 are free. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
MAY 19: Victoria Day High Tea in the Grand Dining Room at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel on Jekyll Island, 4 p.m. A commemoration of Queen Victoria’s birthday with English tea, scones, savories, tea sandwiches and petite pastries. Reservations required. 371 Riverview Dr. (912) 635-2600 or jekyllclub.com.
MAY 24: Bloody Marsh Musket Program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
MAY 29: The 14th Annual Chamber Experience will be held at Sea Palms Golf and Tennis Resort. This annual fundraiser is a great opportunity for you to expose your business, network and support your Chamber of Commerce. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact Beth Ann at (912) 265-0620 or babushon@bgicoc.com.
JUNE 2008
JUNE 1: The Island Players present “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” at the Island Players Downtown Theatre in Brunswick at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. 1409 Newcastle St. (912) 554-2034 or theislandplayers.com.
JUNE 13 - 15: 7th Annual Family Weekend hosted by the Jekyll Island Foundation on Jekyll Island. A three-day fundraising event highlighting the best of Jekyll Island with activities for the entire family. (877) 453-5955 or jekyllisland.com.
JUNE 15: Three of Us perform rich rock and roll harmonies, as part of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s “Little Light Music Series,” on the lawn at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic. Admission is $10 per person, children under 12 are free. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
JUNE 17, 19, 24 & 26: “In the Service of Others” program at the Jekyll Island Museum, 10 a.m. Explore the hidden world of hired help at this upscale, turn-of-the-century resort. 100 Stable Rd. (912) 635-4036 or jekyllisland.com.
JUNE 21 - 22: The Annual Original Georgia Sea Islands Festival at the pier on St. Simon’s Island. Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., 12-6 p.m. Performances by the Georgia Sea Island singers, various Gullah and Geechee craft demonstrations, entertainment, exhibits, food and more. Sponsored by the St. Simons African American Heritage Coalition. (912) 638-5214 or ssafricanamerheritage.org.
JUNE 28: Bloody Marsh Musket Program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
JULY 2008
JULY 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 & 31: “In the Service of Others” program at the Jekyll Island Museum, 10 a.m. Explore the hidden world of hired help at this upscale, turn-of-the-century resort. 100 Stable Rd. (912) 635-4036 or jekyllisland.com.
JULY 5: “Cannons Across the Marsh” program at the Fort King George Historic Site in Darien, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. A day of artillery drills, musket firings and soldier’s life activities to honor Independence Day. Free watermelon and lemonade. 1600 Wayne St. (912) 437-4770 or gastateparks.org./fortkinggeorge.
JULY 6: Crystal & The Cruizers perform 60s and 70s classic rock, as part of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s “Little Light Music Series,” on the lawn at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic. Admission is $10 per person, children under 12 are free. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
JULY 12: “Raid on Horton House (Jekyll Island)” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
JULY 25: “A Thanksgiving for Victory” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
JULY 26: Bloody Marsh Musket Program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
AUGUST 2008
AUGUST 3: Harry O’Donoghue performs Celtic melodies, as part of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s “Little Light Music Series,” on the lawn at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic. Admission is $10 per person, children under 12 are free. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
AUGUST 5 & 7: “In the Service of Others” program at the Jekyll Island Museum, 10 a.m. Explore the hidden world of hired help at this upscale, turn-of-the-century resort. 100 Stable Rd. (912) 635-4036 or jekyllisland.com.
AUGUST 23: “Colonial Game Night: Skittles” at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 7 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
AUGUST 31: The Sensational Sounds of Motown performs the smooth sounds of the Motor City, as part of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s “Little Light Music Series,” on the lawn at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse. Bring chairs or a blanket and a picnic. Admission is $10 per person, children under 12 are free. 101 12th St. (912) 638-4666 or saintsimonslighthouse.org.
SEPTEMBER 2008
SEPTEMBER 4 - 30: 2008 Juried Members’ Art Show is on display at the Glynn Art Association Gallery on St. Simons Island. Opening Reception on Sept. 4, 5-7 p.m. 319 Mallery St. (912) 638-8770 or glynnart.org.
SEPTEMBER 20: “An Evening in a Colonial Tavern” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 7 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
SEPTEMBER 20: Garrison Dinner at the Fort King George Historic Site in Darien, 7-9 p.m. An evening dinner and debate featuring British officers disputing with Spanish emissaries sent to protest the presence of Fort King George. Reservations required. 1600 Wayne St. (912) 437-4770 or gastateparks.org./fortkinggeorge.
SEPTEMBER 27: Bloody Marsh Musket Program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
OCTOBER 2008
OCTOBER 11 - 12: 38th Annual Glynn Art Association’s Fall Festival in the St. Simons Village Park at the Casino, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. More than 100 craftsmen and artists, food and children‘s activities. (912) 638-8770 or glynnart.org.
OCTOBER 11: “Frederica Folkways: The Life of a Soldier” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
OCTOBER 25: “Frederica Folkways: 18th Century Cooking” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
OCTOBER 31: Pottery Demonstrations by members of the Pottery Studio with a pottery sale at the Glynn Art Association Gallery on St. Simons Island, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 19 Mallery St. (912) 638-8770 or glynnart.org.
NOVEMBER 2008
NOVEMBER 1: Pottery Demonstrations by members of the Pottery Studio with a pottery sale at the Glynn Art Association Gallery on St. Simons Island, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 19 Mallery St. (912) 638-8770 or glynnart.org.
NOVEMBER 8: “The Debatable Land Fall Encampment” at the Fort King George Historic Site in Darien, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A range of living history presentations highlighting various cultures and people who inhabited the region, long before Georgia was established in 1733. 1600 Wayne St. (912) 437-4770 or gastateparks.org./fortkinggeorge.
NOVEMBER 15: “Colonial Game Night: Fox & Geese” at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 7 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
NOVEMBER 22: Bloody Marsh Musket Program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
NOVEMBER 29: “Frederica Folkways: Making Tabby” program at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island, 2 p.m. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
DECEMBER 2008
DECEMBER 13: James Oglethorpe‘s Birthday Celebration at the Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Island. 6515 Frederica Rd. (912) 638-3639 or nps.gov/fofr.
DECEMBER 13: “A Colonial Christmas” program at the Fort King George Historic Site in Darien, 7-9 p.m. A traditional dinner in the enlisted barracks with an evening of Yuletide jollification. Reservations required. 1600 Wayne St. (912) 437-4770 or gastateparks.org./fortkinggeorge.
PLEASE NOTE: WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT POSSIBLE TO SEE THAT THE INFORMATION IN OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS IS ACCURATE. HOWEVER,
EVENTS SOMETIMES CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. PLEASE CALL THE LISTED PHONE NUMBERS FOR CONFIRMATION.
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