2nd Annual Spelling Bee is a Honey for United Way
Silver Bluff Brewing Co. was a busy hive of activity for the United Way of Coastal Georgia’s 2nd annual Spelling Bee(r). Cathy McEnerney was crowned Queen Bee as the winner.
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Land Trust Hosts Discussion with Janisse Ray
The St. Simons Land Trust recently hosted a presentation by award-winning writer, naturalist, and environmental advocate Janisse Ray. Using her recent book Wild Spectacle as a jumping off point, Janisse, led a discussion about the environment. Read more
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15th Annual Big Photo Show Presented by Coastal Photographers Guild
The Big Photo Show presented by the Coastal Photographers Guild celebrated its 15th year with an exhibition at SoGlo Gallery in Downtown Brunswick. Read more
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Solid Lineup at SSI Music Fest
The inaugural SSI Music Fest presented by Southern Session Entertainment had to contend with a rain delay and soggy start but music lovers who braved the weather were treated to some fine performances! Read more
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Images of Summer Opening Reception at ArtTrends Gallery
ArtTrends Gallery recently hosted a reception for their Midsummer Show “Images of Summer.” Several of the gallery’s distinctive artists were present to showcase their new works and guests enjoyed refreshments while they strolled through the exhibit. Read more
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A Waffle Can Change the World Storytelling Soiree
It was a beautiful night for a Storytelling Soirée at The Cottage Custard + Coffee at The King and Prince Resort. Following an introduction by his father and co-author, Gaines Sturdivant III read A Waffle Change the World. Read more
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Light Music with Kenny on the Keys
Kenny on the Keys had the crowd on the St. Simons Lighthouse lawn grooving to the beat for July’s Little Light Music concert benefiting the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. The final concert of the season on 9/3 is Sounds of Motown. C'mon out! Read more
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First Friday Fun in July
An open house at Brunswick Rocks, the soon-to-be-completed non-profit bouldering gym, the introduction of the new teaching kitchen/lab for the culinary arts program at the College of Coastal Georgia at the former location of The Village Oven & more! Read more
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Fabulous 4th of July on St. Simons Island
While there were celebrations at several locations throughout the Golden Isles on the 4th of July, the Elegant Island Living crew chose St. Simons Island as this year’s spot to enjoy the festivities, watching the golf cart parade & fireworks. Read more
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2023 Golden Isles Alzheimer's Walk Campaign Kicked Off at Village Creek
The Golden Isles Alzheimer’s Walk campaign got off to a great start with a Kick-Off/Tailgate Event at Village Creek Landing. 2023 Walk Committee member Billy Copelan gave a moving testament, Backbeat Boulevard served the tunes & City Market the food! Read more
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Terry Thomas Foundation Grants Awards to 20 Organizations
The Terry Thomas Foundation recently held a luncheon at Ocean Forest Golf Club on Sea Island for this year’s grant recipients. Twenty local non-profit organizations received a total of $590,000! What an incredible continuing legacy of philanthropy! Read more
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The Island Players Impressed Audiences with Young Frankenstein
The Island Players production of Young Frankenstein opened to rave reviews from audiences and EIL was there to catch the excitement at their first Sunday matinee. Congratulations to cast and crew for a job well done! Looking forward to 2023-24 shows! Read more
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Marsh's Edge Hosts St. Simons Land Trust Conservation Event
The St. Simons Land Trust recently hosted a conservation event at Marsh’s Edge. This casual gathering gave residents the opportunity to learn more about the work of the Land Trust and mingle with others who value land preservation on SSI. Read more
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The Longest Day Charity Matches at Golden Isles Duplicate Bridge Club
The Golden Isles Duplicate Bridge Club recently held their annual full day of charity matches to benefit the Alzheimer's Foundation. This is a nationwide event sanctioned by the American Contract Bridge League recognizing "The Longest Day," Read more
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Pine Box Dwellers Concert at Village Creek Landing
It was a breezy evening for the Pine Box Dwellers concert at Village Creek Landing. The windy weather didn’t dampen the spirits of the crowd who thoroughly enjoyed the music from the popular “swampadelic” group. Read more
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Fascinators and Fundraising at Frederica Golf Club
Cheering for the thoroughbreds running at Churchill Downs for “the most exciting two minutes in sports” was just part of the thrill at Frederica Academy’s annual Derby Day fundraiser held at Frederica Golf Club. Read more
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St. Simons Rotary TAPS at Twilight Well Attended
A large crowd assembled at Neptune Park for the St. Simons Rotary TAPS at Twilight ceremony once again this year and, as you can see, they were appropriately attired for the patriotic occasion. Read more
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An Evening of STARgazing
Village Creek Landing was the place to start the summer with the STARgazing Low Country Boil benefiting STAR of Coastal Georgia. With a delicious fare, fabulous music by Hot Banana Coffee and Crazy Pants contest, it was a night of casual coastal fun. Read more
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Hollywood Band Starts 2023 Little Light Music Season
The Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s Little Light Music season kicked off with a fantastic evening with the Hollywood Band. The next concert is July 16 with Kenny on the Keys at 7pm. Get your tickets today! Read more
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Community Rallies at CUREoke
The American Cancer Society Victory Board rocked The Tree Bar with brave performers from the local community backed by Squirt Gun grabbing the mic to raise a whopping $40,000 at CUREoke 2023. BRAVO! Read more
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First Friday Festivities Are Always Fun
Historic Downtown Brunswick was buzzing with activity again for First Friday. Included in the festivities this month was an opening exhibit of underwater photography at SoGlo Gallery, music by the Anders Thomsen Trio & a community cupcake party! Read more
