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Glynn County Class of 2020
Because our seniors are missing out on important events and rites of passage in their last year of high school, we wanted to recognize and honor them. We’ve assembled a Glynn County Class of 2020 Yearbook that includes graduates from all schools. Read more
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JAMbalaya Benefiting Communities in Schools of Glynn
Communities in Schools of Glynn changed things up a bit this year and held a Mardi Gras inspired JAM-balaya fundraiser. This beautiful evening at Village Creek Landing had live music from members of Jupiter Coyote and Cajun cuisine from Crabdaddy’s Read more
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Wine Women Shoes 2020
It was a full house once again for Wine, Women & Shoes at The Cloister on Sea Island. This fabulous sipping and shopping fashion showcase is an eagerly awaited annual event that benefits Hospice of the Golden Isles. Read more
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2020 Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation Bridge Run
It was a brisk and windy but sunny day for the 2020 Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation Bridge Run. Participants of all ages, first responders, families, friends, and teams crossed the span of the Sidney Lanier Bridge in 5K & 10K runs. Read more
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ACS Father Daughter Dance 2020
Once again dads showed up big for their precious daughters and packed Ziggy’s for the annual American Cancer Society Victory Board Father Daughter Dance. We always love seeing these proud papas in their Sunday best spending times with their girls. Read more
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Cabaret
The Roaring Twenties returned in their full grandeur with this glorious Gatsby Gala benefiting the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. The Cabaret fundraiser at The Cloister included a festive cocktail hour, divine dinner, lively auction & fabulous jazz. Read more
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Mind Games Benefiting Memory Matters
Straton Hall recently hosted mentalist and mystical entertainer Michael Thornton for a night of “Mind Games” to benefit Memory Matters, a local non-profit organization that supports local families dealing with memory illnesses. Read more
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Ducks Unlimited Banquet 2020
The Coastal Georgia Chapter of Ducks Unlimited recently held its annual banquet at the Gruber Aviation hangar. Guests enjoyed live music and bid on some fantastic live and silent auction items while they mingled over cocktails before dinner. Read more
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Leap For Kids Gala a Success
The inaugural Leap for Kids Gala benefiting the AJ Donohue Foundation and the Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation was recently held at The Westin. This fun fundraiser supported the goal to build a children’s playroom at SGHS. Read more
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Super Dolphin Day 2020
It was downright cold the morning of the annual Super Dolphin Day races benefiting Oglethorpe Pointe and St. Simons Elementary Schools. Despite the frigid temps, people bundled up and came out to the Village to support the runners and have fun. Read more
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Sea Palms Nolafest
Sea Palms Resort let the good times roll with a Nolafest celebration the week of Mardi Gras. Local band Young Americans provided the music and the Sea Palms chefs cooked up some fantastic Cajun inspired cuisine. Read more
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KGIB Community Jubilee 2020
Keep Golden Isles Beautiful recently held their annual Community Jubilee at Bennie’s Red Barn. Funds raised at this fun evening event and auction of recycled art and other items support their ongoing programs. Read more
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Taste of Glynn 2020
It seemed like there was a bigger than usual crowd at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort for the 20th anniversary presentation of A Taste of Glynn to benefit Glynn Community Crisis Center. Read more
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Wines of the World Dinner Benefiting St. Francis Xavier
St. William Catholic Church recently raised $20,000 at their annual Wines of the World and Coastal Cuisine dinner benefit for St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. Local chefs presented their finest fare paired with wine and beverages. Read more
Julie Andrew
Merry Mixer 2020 - A Merry Mardi Gras
Laissez les bons temps rouler! The Merry Mixer to benefit the Elizabeth F. Correll Teen Center got a Mardi Gras theme this year. The Uncle Mike Band rocked the Halyards/Tramici courtyard while guests in colorful masks & beads nibbled Cajun fare. Read more
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Business and Bites 2020
The Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce debuted its Business & Bites event at Gruber Aviation on St. Simons Island. The B2B and B2C networking event replaces the traditional Chamber Expo held at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. Read more
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20th Annual St. Simons Land Trust Oyster Roast
With more than 1,300 attendees that kept the shucking tables full, 130 plus hard-working volunteers, and nearly 80 sponsors, the St. Simons Land Trust’s 20th annual Oyster Roast was the biggest and best yet. Read more
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Up Up and Away at The Art of Flight
The inaugural Art of Flight fundraiser for Glynn Visual Arts had a successful take off! This aviation-themed event held in the Golden Isles Aviation Museum Hangar was a big hit with attendees who enjoyed delicious food and great entertainment. Read more
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2020 Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee
It was a perfect day to eat Brunswick Stew! Blue skies with a slight chill in the air at Mary Ross Waterfront Park for the annual Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee. The Grand Champions of the event were the members of the Nautica Joe's team. Read more
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Golden Isles Arts and Humanities 30th Anniversary Celebration
Our friends at Golden Isles Arts & Humanities recently celebrated 30 years of bringing excellent arts & cultural programming to the Golden Isles with a party at Village Creek Landing. Read more
Letters from David
Letters from David - A slice of island life from the monthly Publisher's Letters of Elegant Island Living Publisher David Butler.
On the Road With Janice
On the Road With Janice - An enlightening and entertaining glimpse of life on (and off) the road with Janice Lamattina as she travels the globe.
