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        Golden Isles Navigator Calendar of Events

        July - September 2008

          Ongoing
          Wine Tasting Exclusive Wines
          at Waterfront Wine & Gourmet of Darien. Call 912-437-3410 for days and details or visit www.waterfrontwineshops.com.

          Wine Tasting The Still and Winery
          on SSI offers wine tastings throughout the month. For details call 912-638-8614 or visit www.thestillandwinery.com

          Every Saturday
          Children's Pottery Classes Classes 10-11:30 a.m. Children ages 7 and up will enjoy instruction by Debbie Craig. Classes are ongoing, drop-in. The Glynn Art Pottery Studio, 217 Skylane Rd., McKinnon Business Park. Call 638-6679 or 638-8770. www.glynnart.org.

          Every Monday
          Oil and Acrylic Classes 4-6 p.m. Great classes with Barbara Mueller. Classes are ongoing, drop-in. The Glynn Art Gallery, 319 Mallery St. in the Village of St. Simons. Call 638-8770 for more information. www.glynnart.org.

          Every Wednesday
          Oil and Acrylic Classes 10 a.m. - noon with Barbara Mueller. Classes are ongoing, drop-in. The Glynn Art Gallery, 319 Mallery St. in the Village of St. Simons. Call 638-8770 for more information.

          Every Thursday
          Adult Pottery Classes Morning classes 9-11:30 a.m. and evening classes 6-8:30p.m. Instruction by Debbie Craig. Classes are ongoing, drop-in. The Glynn Art Pottery Studio, 217 Skylane Rd., McKinnon Business Park. Call 638-6679 or 638-8770. www.glynnart.org.

          1st & 3rd Fridays of every month
          Ladies Night at color me happy pottery Ladies only. BYOB! we're open 'til 9:00! 1426 Newcastle St., Brunswick. 912-554-1900, www.colormehappypottery.com.

          July
          Summer's Footprints Explore the "footprints" of summer at the Glenda Cason Art Gallery, 261 Redfern Village, SSI. 912-634-7770.

          July 4-6
          Sunshine Festival in Neptune Park at the Pier Food and live entertainment begins July 3rd. A juried arts and crafts show features over 100 artists, both local and from throughout the Southeast. Live entertainment nightly, great food and the best fireworks in the Golden Isles begins at 9pm on the 4th.

          July 4
          Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration with Parade Walking parade through Downtown Brunswick starts 6:15 pm. in Hanover Park. Celebration follows at Mary Ross Waterfront Park, 7 pm, featuring games, prizes, music, free watermelon slices, fireworks display at dark. Free. Sponsored by Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association, Downtown Development Authority and the City of Brunswick. 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org.

          July 4
          Annual Waycross Jaycee's Fourth of July celebration Memorial Stadium, Fellowship, fun and fireworks for everyone.

          July 4
          Old Fashioned Hay Ride for Kids Children jump on board the shiny red wagon at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel for a leisurely ride through the Historic District. 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          July 4
          Party at the Beach Enjoy all your cookout favorites before the fireworks! We'll be at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel Beach Pavilion (250 North Beachview Drive). 5-10pm. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          July 4
          Independence Day Festival in St. Marys, GA. 5k & 10k races, parade, food concessions, entertainment, arts & crafts and a spectacular fireworks display over the St. Marys river at dusk. Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800-433-0225.

          July 5
          Red, White & Blues on the Bluff Vic Waters and Riverbend from Boulder Colorado performing great music at the Darien Waterfront. A night of entertainment and fireworks! 6:30pm.

          July 5-26
          40th Anniversary Celebration: 4th of July and Bastille Day Paintings by Premare, Kaprielian, Flanet, Dubord, LeBourdelles, Rousseau, Rampasso, Tchoubanoff, Ardissone and many others, add to the joie de vivre of this historic holiday. Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., Suites 12&13, SSI. 638-3017 or 800-336-9469.

          July 10
          Welcome to My World Opening Reception and Awards ceremony for the juried photography competition at GlynnArt 5-7pm. GlynnArt Gallery, 319 Mallery St. in the Village on St. Simons Island. Call or check www.glynnart.org for more information. Gallery is open Tue-Sat 9am-5pm.

          July 11
          Build a Bird Workshop Our best birding ladies, Georgia Graves and Lydia Thompson, bring the gear and their scopes for a morning of show and tell for children at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          July 13
          Jazz in the Park. Outdoor concert series, featuring saxophonist Rob Denty and Trio. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. St. Simons Island Lighthouse Lawn. $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, under 6 free. GIAHA, 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org.

          July 18
          "Fish 'N Ships" Shadow Puppets Curious Moon Puppet Theatre brings a shadow puppet show and sing-along extravaganza to the Jekyll Island Club Hotel! 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          July 20
          Apostles of Bluegrass Concert Fiddle player Leah Calvert joins them for a reprise of their sell-out concert here in February. 7:30pm. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          July 25
          Cooking for Kids Chef Lewie Mashburn in his tall chef's hat shows children how to prepare a yummy lunch. 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

          July 27
          Jazz in the Park. Outdoor concert series, featuring vocalist Johnny Eason. 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. St. Simons Island Lighthouse Lawn. $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, under 6 free. GIAHA, 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org.

          July 27
          Sunday Dinner Dance Combining the delights of gourmet dining and ballroom dancing to the sounds of Wayne Tate's "Four and Easy" dance band. 6:00 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

          July 28-August 1
          Clay and Collage Children's art camp week. 10am-1pm. GlynnArt Pottery Studio, 217 Skylane Road, McKinnon Business Park off Demere Road. Supplies included, children bring bag lunch and drinks are supplied. 912-638-8770.

          August
          August Adagios Glenda's marshes, offering an adagio peace of mind, can be experienced at Glenda Cason Gallery, 261 Redfern Village, SSI. 912-634-7770.

          August
          Enjoy Paradise Month in Darien and McIntosh County. Go fishing, go boating, enjoy nature and the great outdoors!

          August 1
          Downtown Promenade Music in the parks on Newcastle near Hattie's Books. Explore the shops & galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. Refreshments. 5-8pm.

          August 1
          Ron Anglin, Juggler Amazing what all Ron Anglin can keep up in the air at one time. Jekyll Island Club Hotel 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          August 2-3
          St. Simons Summertime Antique Show 9am-5pm. Postell Park, Vendors from around the Southeast. Beachview Dr., SSI. 264-3254.

          August 2-30
          40th Anniversary Celebration: "Reflections Along the Shore" Paintings depicting the splendor and beauty of France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the sea islands of Coastal Georgia. Featuring Ardissone, Jack Chilton, Ann Conrad, Dubord, Dan Dunn, Marianne Dunn, Peggy Everett, Albert Fendig, Georges Flanet, Gambier, Sonia Grineva, Joan Hilliard, Bob Knorr, Leyssenne, Laura Maguire, Tom Nielsen, Premare, C. Ford Riley, Sabre, Jane Smithers, Missy Vanover, David Whitty, and Bruno Zupan.Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., Suites 12&13, SSI. 638-3017 or 800-336-9469.

          August 6
          City of Kingsland "100th Anniversary Celebration" Catfish dinners, cake & ice cream, games for kids of all ages. Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800-433-0225. www.KingslandGeorgia.com.

          August 7
          Artwork-Past to Present Honoring W. S. "Bud" Bryde and the GlynnArt Teaching Staff. Opening Reception 5-7pm. GlynnArt Gallery, 319 Mallery St. in the Village on St. Simons Island. Call or check www.glynnart.org for more information. GlynnArt Gallery is open Tue-Sat 9am-5pm.

          August 17
          Jazz in the Park. Outdoor concert series, featuring Anton Harris Quartet. 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. St. Simons Island Lighthouse Lawn. $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, under 6 free. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic supper. GIAHA, 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org.

          August 18
          Pirate Goodie and the Magic Chest Come along with Pirate Goodie Twoshoes and his parrot Pete on an amazing undersea adventure at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 10:30am. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600. www.jekyllclub.com.

          August 30-31
          St. Simons Labor Day Antique Show 9am-5pm. Postell Park, Vendors from around the Southeast. Beachview Dr., SSI. 264-3254.

          August 30-September 1
          Labor Day Weekend Catfish Fesitval This 3 day event features a parade, free concerts, arts and crafts booths, southern fried and Cajun catfish a variety of food booths, antiques and collectibles, entertainment, children's amusement area, a 5k run, a classic car and tractor exhibition and the annual Lions club Pancake Breakfast. Kingsland Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800-433-0225. www.KingslandGeorgia.com.

          August 31
          Sunday Dinner Dance Combining the delights of gourmet dining and ballroom dancing to the sounds of Wayne Tate's "Four and Easy" dance band. 6:00 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

          September
          Sonatas of September Discover Mother Nature's melodic sonatas captured in the artwork of Glenda, at Glenda Cason Gallery, 261 Redfern Village, SSI. 912-634-7770.

          September 2-27
          Mildred Huie Retrospective Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., Suites 12&13, SSI. 638-3017 or 800-336-9469.

          September 4
          Opening Reception Juried Members' Show at GlynnArt Gallery Opening Reception 5-7pm. GlynnArt Gallery, 319 Mallery St. in the Village on St. Simons Island. Call or check www.glynnart.org for more information. GlynnArt Gallery is open Tue-Sat 9am-5pm.

          September 5
          Downtown Promenade Explore the shops & galleries of Historic Downtown Brunswick. Refreshments. 5-8pm.

          September 6
          Okefenokee Arts & Entertainment Alliance Proudly presents "The Raleigh Ringers" Sweat Memorial Baptist Church, 510 West Blackshear Avenue, Waycross. 4:00 pm. 912/337-0702, (h_clarke@bellsouth.net) or 912/283-8725 (danny@yarbroughs.com)

          September 14
          Jazz in the Park. Outdoor concert series, featuring jazz guitarist Barry Greene. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. St. Simons Island Lighthouse Lawn. $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, under 6 free. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic supper. GIAHA, 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org.

          September 15
          Lucky Monday on the River Silent and Live Auction. 5:30pm. Skipper's Fish Camp Restaurant. Screven St & Waterside, Darien, GA. 912-437-6684.

          September 17
          Chef's Demonstration "Northern California Flair" Jekyll Island Club Hotel Chef shows how to prepare two complete courses. Following the preparation of each, the audience receives a tasting. 1:30 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

          September 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27
          Dearly Departed - A drop dead funny southern comedy Performed at Waycross Area Community Theatre located in Historic Downtown Waycross For reservations call 912-283-2161. www.ritzdowntown.com

          September 20
          Music on the Bluff Music by the Stingrays. $10 fee. Bring your cooler, picnic basket & favorite lounge chair for a lovely nite of entertainment. 7pm Darien Waterfront Park. 912-437-6684.

          September 20-21
          Coastal Outdoor Weekend Learn about Georgia's spectacular coastline, marshes and rivers through kayaking, birding, kayak camping and fishing. 912-882-0911.

          September 26
          Opening of 2008-2009 Performing Arts Series ("Southern Exposure") with the first feature (TBA) from the Southern Circuit traveling film series. 8:00 p.m. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Downtown Brunswick. GIAHA, 262-6934, goldenislesarts.org St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping Jekyll Island, Georgia, St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping Cumberland Island, Georgia, St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping St. Simons Island, Georgia Lodging, real estate, motels, hotels, beaches, kayaking, shopping   
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