Blue Jean Ball art
Grab your favorite boots and jeans and join the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia (HSSCG) on November 8th for their annual Blue Jean Ball fundraiser. The evening will be set under the majestic oaks of Sinclair Plantation, the home of Robin and Davis Love. They are generous and gracious hosts and HSSCG is appreciative that they have opened their home once again for this worthy cause.
The festivities will begin with live music by popular local band Suzy and the Bird Dogs. As you enter, you’ll be welcomed with the offer of a signature bourbon cocktail. Delicious local food will be provided by Marshside Grill, Porch, and The Crab Trap. If you have not had the pleasure of dining at these establishments prior to the Blue Jean Ball, you will be pleasantly surprised. Better yet, dine at these locations and thank them for joining the Blue Jean Ball.
There will also be an open bar where you can gather with your friends and family and enjoy a refreshing beverage. Southern Eagle will have their own bar set up serving premium beer.
As you make your way through the barn, you will see a variety of high-quality and exciting silent auction items. Some of this year’s items include excursions, jewelry by S. Carter Designs, a designer handbag from Sorella, and original artwork by Sally King Benedict. If a silent auction is too tame for you, there will be an entertaining live auction as well with auctioneer John Rothermel.
One live auction item will be a custom piece of art created for the Humane Society by world-renowned artist Steve Penley. Penley has created projects for Fox News, Coca-Cola, and several U.S. Presidents. He has graciously provided HSSCG with an original work for the auction every year. Another sneak peek into the live auction reveals one-of-a-kind excursions including a scenic ski trip in the beautiful mountains of Telluride, Colorado with four nights lodging for two at the Inn at Lost Creek. While there, you can enjoy complimentary lift tickets or golfing if you prefer a more relaxing activity. For the equine enthusiasts and bourbon connoisseur, offered up for bid will be a weekend package to Kentucky, the horse capital of the world. Enjoy a visit to the members-only exclusive Keeneland Club in Lexington and a private tour of Castle and Key Distillery. All Blue Jean Ball auction items have been generously donated by supporters of the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia. We send a heartfelt thank you to all of them.
A highlight of the evening’s entertainment will include the Heads or Tails game with emcee
Keenan Carter. If you have a competitive spirit, you just hit the jackpot. This is how the game is played: Everyone who has purchased game necklaces will be asked to join in. Participants will select either “heads” or “tails” by putting their hands on their head or their tail! The auctioneer flips a coin. Those participants whose choice matches the coin flip will get to continue playing; everyone else will lose a necklace. The game will continue until the last person is standing. This is always a spirited part of our evening. The Junior Board will have the necklaces for sale at check-in and all throughout our venue so you can join the excitement.
As the evening moves along, put your dancing boots on and get ready to boogie the night away. DJ Weav (Dr. John Weaver) will spin the tunes as a perfect way to round out this sensational celebration. And if you’re having so much fun that you can’t remember all the details, no worries! Memories will be captured by local photographers from The Darkroom Photography on St. Simons Island.
Proceeds from the Blue Jean Ball benefit the animals of the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia, helping them to provide care, love, and medical attention to over a thousand animals a year. Animals like Georgia, a two-year-old hound mix, brought to HSSCG in January of this year by a concerned citizen who was kind enough to pick her up. This precious girl had been abandoned, tied to a tree in the woods with her seven 6-week-old puppies. Georgia was emaciated and in very poor health. She suffered from malnutrition and the worst skin infection our medical department had ever seen. Although the puppies were quickly adopted, Georgia had multiple ongoing health issues. A news station in Jacksonville picked up her story and generated a lot of interest. One hound-loving family who read Georgia’s story decided she would be the perfect addition. After 5 months of intensive medical care, she was able to be adopted. They drove hours to make her part of their family. Georgia and her two-legged pack are currently residing in the Sunshine State.
HSSCG wants to continue making happy tales like Georgia’s possible. They are only able to do so with your support. The Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia is not affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States; nor do they receive any governmental assistance. They are 100% funded by the kindness of this very special community and they appreciate the support of Glynn County and other generous donors and volunteers. The Blue Jean Ball is the perfect opportunity for you to have a wonderful time with friends while helping animals in need.
To purchase tickets to the Blue Jean Ball and get more details, visit hsscg.org/blue-jean-ball. If you can’t make it to our event and would like to donate, please visit hsscg.org/donate.
