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January - March 2010
EXHIBITS/OPENINGS
Jan
International Art Auction & Sale Original paintings by leading international, national and regional artists highlighting scenes of Europe and the sea islands of Coastal Georgia. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, 800-336-9469. leftbankartgallery.com
Jan
View of Coastal Georgia Watercolor and oil paintings by Judie Gill. Tue-Sat 10am-4pm. Old Jail Art Center & Museum, Darien. McIntosh Art Assn. 437-7711. mcintoshartassociation.com
Jan
Through Nature's Lens Paintings by Christy Trowbridge, 2009 Artist in Residence at Sapelo Island. Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 10am-5pm; Thur Noon-7pm, Sat 10am-1pm. St. Simons Library, 530-A Beachview Dr., SSI. 638-8234. trrl.org
Jan
Majid Featured artist in lobby. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 4-31
Carla Cook (photographer) and Earnest Shaver (wood carver) Weekdays Noon-4pm, Weekends 10am-4pm. Artist reception Jan 10, 1-3pm. Goodyear Cottage, Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Arts Assn. 635-3920
Jan 5-30
Expand Your Horizons Members exhibit. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Opening reception Jan 7, 5-7pm. Glynn Art Assn., 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770. glynnart.org
Jan 5-Feb 3
Rhythm Cycles II Featured artist Sue Byrne Russell. Tues-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm. Opening reception Jan 8, 5-8pm. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Jan 5-Feb 1
Annual Tribute to Sidney Lanier Work by local artists depicting coastal landscape immortalized in Lanier's poem "The Marshes of Glynn." Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Southeast Georgia Health System Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Starling Rd., Bwk. 262-0628. sghs.org, artdowntowngallery209.com
Jan 7-March 31
Diane Kirkland Photographs of Ossabaw Island by 2008 Georgia Artist in Residence. Tue-Sat 10am-4pm. Old Jail Art Center & Museum, Darien. McIntosh Art Assn. 437-7711. mcintoshartassociation.com
Jan 8-30
Gene Threats Featured artist in the gallery.Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Opening reception First Friday, Jan 8, 5-8pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Jan 17-March 31
Timber Exhibit Depicts history of timber industry in Coastal Georgia. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1:30-5pm. A. W. Jones Heritage Center, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society. 638-4666. saintsimonslighthouse.org
Feb
Dorothy Williams Featured artist in lobby. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb
A Time to Remember Little Jewel paintings by Whipple, Jennings, Chilton, MiLi, Maguire, Grineva, Fendig, Wallin, Cason, Flanet, et al. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, 800-336-9469. leftbankartgallery.com
Feb
Valentines Parade of the Arts Romantic vistas from around the world and the sea islands of Coastal Georgia. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, 800-336-9469. leftbankartgallery.com
Feb 1-March 7
Gene Threats (painter) and Barbara Odil (sculptor) Weekdays Noon-4pm, Weekends 10am-4pm. Artist reception Feb 7, 1-3pm. Goodyear Cottage, Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Arts Assn. 635-3920
Feb 1-March 31
Nature's Beauty, a Photographic Journey Photos of natural beauty, primarily McIntosh County, by Emory Moody. Tue-Sat 10am-4pm. Old Jail Art Center & Museum, Darien. McIntosh Art Assn. 437-7711. mcintoshartassociation.com
Feb 2-27
Cultural Crossroads Artists from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Opening reception Feb 4, 5-7pm. Glynn Art Assn., 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770. glynnart.org
Feb 5-27
Georgia Artists with Disabilities Annual touring exhibit of award-winning work from around the state. Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Opening reception First Friday, Feb 5, 5-8pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Feb 5-March 3
Ed Hose Featured artist. Tues-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm. Opening reception Feb 5, 5-8pm. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
March
The Magic of Springtime Group show celebrating spring and the natural beauty of the Golden Isles. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. Left Bank Art Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, 800-336-9469. leftbankartgallery.com
March
Valerie Hopkins Featured artist in lobby. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tues, Thurs 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 2-28
Flights of Fancy Miniature hand-crafted houses, found object “dolls,” clay creations, painted whimsical art. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Opening reception March 4, 5-7pm. Glynn Art Assn., 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770. glynnart.org
Mar 5-27
The Art of Music II Fine art photography of musicians and their work. Tue-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Opening reception First Friday, Mar 5, 5-8pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
March 5-31
Ruth Hunter Featured artist. Tues-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm. Opening reception March 5, 5-8pm. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
March 2-April 5
Wayne Morgan Photography. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Southeast Georgia Health System Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Starling Rd., Bwk. 262-0628. sghs.org, artdowntowngallery209.com
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PERFORMANCES
Jan 5
The Three of Us Local group performs music from the 70s to today. 7:30pm. Donation. Convention Center, JI. Jekyll Island Arts Assn. 635-3920
Jan 8
Davidson College Orchestra and Jazz Band Concert. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Social Hall, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn. 638-2220. islandconcertassociation.org
Jan 8-24
Witness for the Prosecution Agatha Christie's mystery/courtroom drama. Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults $20, 18 and under $5. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players. 638-0338. theislandplayers.com
Jan 9-31
Unfinished Dreams Comedy by Mary Miller. Dessert & coffee by Daddy Cate's and Friends. Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. $25. Mary Miller Theatre/Art Downtown Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Jan 12
The Canadian Tenors Quartet performing eclectic range of music in several languages. 8pm. $25 adult, $10 student. Glynn Academy Auditorium, 1001 Mansfield St., Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn. 638-5616. brunswickcommunityconcert.org
Jan 15
Music From The Marshes Redux Saxophonist Mike Hulett. 6pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 21
Dave Bennett’s New Orleans Chicago clarinet virtuoso and ensemble play music of the city and its legendary musician Pete Fountain. 8pm. Adults $15 advance, $20 day of show; students/seniors $10 advance, $15 day of show. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Jan 26
ETA 3 Piano, flute, and clarinet ensemble. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Sanctuary, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn. 638-2220. islandconcertassociation.org
Feb 3
Francois Fowler Music concert. 7:30pm. Donation. Convention Center, JI. Jekyll Island Arts Assn. 635-3920
Feb 5
Music From The Marshes Redux The Not Brothers play a range of music from rock to gospel for First Friday. 8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 12-14
Driving Miss Daisy Dinner theater show of comedy-drama by Alfred Uhry. Reservations and advance tickets required. Fri-Sat 6:30pm, Sun 1:30pm. $32 includes performance, dinner, wine, coffee and dessert. Old City Hall, Mansfield & Newcastle Sts., Bwk. C.A.P.E. Theater. capetheater@hotmail.com. capetheater.org
Feb 16
Linden Duo Flute and guitar concert. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Sanctuary, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn. 638-2220. islandconcertassociation.org
Feb 20
Wikiphobia Chicago City Limits improv troupe presents evening of comedy about the Internet and modern technology. 8pm. Adults $15 advance, $20 day of show; students/seniors $10 advance, $15 day of show. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Feb 22
American Soul Hon. Orion L. Douglass narrates Copeland's “Lincoln Portrait”; Community Chorus, accompanied by Coastal Symphony, sings “Gospel Mass for Choir and Orchestra” by Ray; Symphony performs “Afro-American Symphony” by Still and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” 8pm. Adults $25, Student/Child $5. Glynn Academy Auditorium, 1001 Mansfield St., Bwk. Coastal Symphony of Georgia. 634-2006. coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org
Feb 27
Annual Benefit Concert Harpist Ina Zdorovetchi. Reception following. 3pm. $25. St. Marks Episcopal Church, 900 Gloucester St., Bwk. Mozart Society. 638-4818
Feb 28
Nube Ensemble performing fusion of contemporary Latin American and world music. 3pm. $25 adult, $10 student. Glynn Academy Auditorium, 1001 Mansfield St., Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn. 638-5616. brunswickcommunityconcert.org
March 3
Acoustic Eidolon +1 Cello, guitar, harp concert. 7:30pm. $15. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 635-2600. jekyllclub.com
Mar 5
Music From The Marshes Redux Phil King plays Deep South rock n roll for First Friday. 8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Mar 6
Legend Froze in Time David Church’s musical tribute to country legend Hank Williams. Two shows: 3&8pm. Adults $15 advance, $20 day of show; students/seniors $10 advance, $15 day of show. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
March 7
US Navy Concert Band Performance by military touring ensemble. 3pm. Free but advance admission pass required (from Ritz and other locations). Glynn Academy Gymnasium, 1001 Mansfield St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
March 9
Caroline Thomas and Miroslav Kroupa Soprano and piano concert. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Sanctuary, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn. 638-2220. islandconcertassociation.org
March 12-28
Come Blow Your Horn Performance of Neil Simon's comedy. Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults $20, 18 and under $5. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players. 638-0338. theislandplayers.com
March 18
Vega String Quartet Cutting-edge chamber music ensemble. 8pm. $25 adult, $10 student. Glynn Academy Auditorium, 1001 Mansfield St., Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn. 638-5616. brunswickcommunityconcert.org
March 28
2010 Scholarship Winners Concert Plus awards ceremony. 3pm. United Methodist Church, 6520 Frederica Rd., SSI. Mozart Society. 638-4818
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FILMS
Jan 6
Ruby Bridges 1998, US. An African-American girl helps integrate New Orleans’ schools. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan. 7
Whose Life Is It Anyway? 1981, US. Focus on Health film series. Between showings Southeast Georgia Health System will make copies of Five Wishes legal form (end-of-life care) available. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 8
We Are Together 2006, UK/South Africa. Documentary about the Agape Orphanage Choir that has sung with Paul Simon and Alicia Keys. Introduced by Maureen Ahern, founder of Our Journey Inc., a nonprofit organization offering aid to the HIV orphans of South Africa. 8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 14
Always for Pleasure 1978, US. Les Blank’s documentary about the people, music, and food of New Orleans and Mardi Gras. 7pm. $5. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Jan 19
And The Children Shall Lead 1985, US. A little girl fights racial strife in 1960s Mississippi. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 21
Miracle at St. Anna 2008, US. Spike Lee’s drama about African-American soldiers in World War II. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 28
Wondrous Oblivion 2003, UK. Tensions mount when a Jamaican family moves into a white English neighborhood. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 2
Grey Gardens 2009, US. With Drew Barrymore and Emmy-winner Jessica Lange. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 4
Sweet Land 2005, US. Haunting tale of love, struggle and endurance in post WWI America. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 9
Taking Chance 2009, US. Kevin Bacon in true story of soldier’s journey of discovery. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 11
A Great Day in Harlem 1994, US. Documentary about jazz, centered on historic 1958 photo of famous musicians. 7pm. $5. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Assn. 262-6934. goldenislesarts.org
Feb 16
The Doctor US, 1991. Cancer-themed movie for the Focus on Health series. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 20
Beauty and the Beast 1946, France. Cocteau's film adaptation of the famous tale. 2pm. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. St. Simons Library. 638-8234. trrl.org
March 9
Camille 1936, US. Greta Garbo in the lush period romance by Alexandre Dumas. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 15
Cool Runnings 1993, US. Comedy about the Jamaican bobsled team. 2pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 18
The House Of Mirth 2000, UK. Edith Wharton’s story about treacherous New York high society in early 1900s. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 25
The Innocents 1961, UK. Deborah Kerr in chilling adaptation of Henry James’ The Turn Of The Screw. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 30
Florence Nightingale 2008, US. Story about founder of modern nursing for Focus on Health series. 2&7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
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SPECIAL EVENTS & FESTIVALS
Jan 1-Feb 28
Island Treasures Find handcrafted glass floats hidden along the beaches of Jekyll Island. 877-4Jekyll. jekyllisland.com
Jan 13
Annual Garden Club Bazaar Fashion Show Luncheon Models will display fashions that will be for
sale at the upcoming bazaar. 11:30am. $20. Oceanfront Resort, JI. Jekyll Island Garden Club.
Jan 16
Annual Garden Club Bazaar Baked goods, books, fashions, and cafe open for lunch. 9:30am-2:30pm. Jekyll Island Convention Center. Jekyll Island Garden Club
Jan 26, Feb 23, March 30
Tuesday Tea at Two Meet and engage in casual conversation with Gallery 209's featured artist(s) while enjoying tea and delicacies prepared by Suzanne Scaglione. Reservations required. 2-4pm. $15. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Jan 30
Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner Role-playing game and meal to benefit the museum. Reservations required. 6pm. $40. Epworth by the Sea, SSI. Moore Methodist Museum. 638-4050, methmuse@bellsouth.net. mooremethodistmuseum.org
Jan 31, Feb 28, March 28
Sunday Dinner Dance Gourmet dinner and ballroom dancing to the music of Wayne Tate’s “Four and Easy” band in Grand Dining Room. Reservations recommended. 6pm. $36.95 plus tax and gratuities. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 635-2600. jekyllclub.com
Feb 6
Cabaret 2010 6th annual gala fundraiser for Coastal Symphony of Georgia. Fine dining, entertainment, silent & live auction. 6pm. $175. Cloister Ballroom, Sea Island. Symphony Society. 638-3562. coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org
Feb 11
Diamond Giveaway Food, beverages, silent auction, and chance to win diamond from Chadwick Jewelers. $40. 5:30-8pm. Old City Hall, Newcastle & Mansfield Sts., Bwk. American Red Cross. 265-1695 x16. coastalredcross.org
Feb 14
Valentine’s Tea Variety of teas and edibles in the “Old Tabby” antebellum homesite of Thomas Spalding. 2-4pm. $25. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
Feb 20
Tables of Content Annual dinner sponsored by Friends of the Brunswick-Glynn County Public Library, featuring mystery author Nevada Barr. 6pm. $85. King & Prince Beach and Golf Resort, SSI. 580-4317, 634-6148. trrl.org
March 3
Jekyll Island Garden Club Tea High tea to celebrate club's 50th anniversary. 3pm. Price TBD. Morgan's Grill, JI.
March 12-14
Jekyll Island Arts Festival Juried show and sale of fiber arts, paintings, scultures, pottery. 9am-5pm. Goodyear Cottage, Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Arts Assn. 635-3920
March 13
Slainte! Fundraiser for Signature Squares Brunswick. Beer, wine, fresh-cooked brats, food fromIndigo Coastal Shanty, entertainment by WharfRatz and others. 6-10pm. Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Downtown Bwk. $10 individual entry, $25 family. $1 per ticket to purchase food and beverage. Festive "Doo-Dah" foot parade (costumes, etc.), gather 5:45 at Queen Square, Newcastle & Mansfield. Park event 6-10pm. 265-2741
March 20
2010 Tour of Homes Variety of homes and gardens on St. Simons and Sea Island. 10am-5pm. $40 advance, $45 tour day. Buses start from Gascoigne Bluff, SSI. Christ Episcopal Church. 638-8683. christchurchtourofhomes.org
March 20
Scottish Heritage Days in Darien Single malt whiskey tasting. 4pm. $30. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
March 20-21
Annual Spring Invitational Arts & Crafts Show Local and regional artists and crafters in all media celebrate spring. Postell Park, Beachview Dr., SSI. Pier Village Association. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
March 21
Jazz 'n Art Art exhibit and sale 1-6pm. Jazz by Michael Hulett 1-3pm. Rhythm & Blues with George Williamson Combo 3-6pm. Satilla Riverwalk, Woodbine.
March 25
CASA Glynn Luncheon and Fashion Show Annual fundraiser featuring local models and clothing from 29 Glynn County establishments. $75, 100, 125. 11:30am-1:30pm. Cloister Ballroom, Sea Island. Louis: 264-4448
March 26
National History Day Regional Contest Local middle and high school students compete to represent Glynn County at the state National History Day Contest in May. 8:30am-3pm. Jekyll Island Convention Center. Coastal Georgia Historical Society. 638-4666. saintsimonslighthouse.org
March 27-28
17th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Festival Artists and craftsmen in all media. Postell Park, Pier Village, SSI.
10am-5pm. Glynn Art Assn. 638-8770. glynnart.org
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CLASSES/ WORKSHOPS/CAMPS
Jan 9
Healthy Eating Storytime Nutrition lessons in storytelling format, presented by The Links Inc. 11am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16
An Overview of the Georgia Coast Six-week history class led by historian Buddy Sullivan. 6-8pm. $65, free to CGHS members. A. W. Jones Heritage Center, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society. 638-4666. saintsimonslighthouse.org
Jan 13, Feb 17, March 17
Chef’s Demonstration Hotel chefs present cooking techniques with tastings and printed recipes. January: Wild Game; February: Braising; March: Irish Dishes. Reservations required. 1:30 pm. $30. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. 635-2600. jekyllclub.com
Jan 16
Genealogy Lab Fort Frederica Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presents info on court house research, evidence, military records, local resources, DNA, and lineage societies. 10am-Noon. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 6
Job Hunters Workshops Resume Building: bring your resume and get tips for polishing it, 11am. Polishing Your Interview Skills: come dressed for an interview for the job you hope to find and presenter will help you prepare, 1:30pm. Led by Paul Fisher, experienced leader in the Human Resources industry. Participants are welcome to come to just one or to both of the workshops. Short lunch break between workshops. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 12-13
Scribblers’ Retreat Writers’ Conference 10 sessions presented by authors, editors, teachers, writers. Special rates for locals. 9am-5pm. King and Prince Resort, SSI. 800-996-2904. scribblersretreatwritersconference.com
Feb 13 & 20
ART with heART Children 6-11 create an art project and learn about printmaking. 1-2pm. $5 includes supplies. Glynn Art Gallery, 319 Mallery St., SSI. Glynn Art Assn. 638-8770. glynnart.org
March
Latin and Ballroom Dance Classes Various times and locations. Golden Isles Ballroom Dancers. 634-8219. dancegoldenisles.com
March 11
Family Genealogical Research Diane Jackson instructs how to use local resources and free tools to search family history. 4-5pm. $10, free to CGHS members. A. W. Jones Heritage Center, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society. 638-4666. saintsimonslighthouse.org
March 24-25
Church Historian's Workshop Hands-on session with nationally known speakers, for any denomination. Epworth by the Sea, SSI. Moore Methodist Museum. 638-4050. mooremethodistmuseum.org
ONGOING
Art Classes All media, various times and prices. Glynn Art Assn. 638-8770. glynnart.org
Painting ala Prima 'n Pasta Join artist Ellen Moriarty and paint a still life before lunch, which includes pasta, wine, dessert. Reservation required. Wednesdays 9:30am-1pm. $ 45 lunch and all materials included. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Paint the Town Red ...or any color you like! Outdoor art excursion led by Sue Byrne Russell to gather images and ideas, Dutch treat lunch, and back to studio to paint. Reservations required. Saturdays 9:30am-4pm. $95 includes materials. Art Downtown/Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Carolina Shag Lessons Instruction in Carolina Shag Dance teaching Basic Step, Start-up, Male and Female Turns. No partner needed. Every Thurs 7:30pm. $40. YWCA, 144 Scranton Connector, Bwk. Golden Isles Shag Club. 267-9077, 222-1935. goldenislesshagclub.com
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TOURS, LECTURES, READINGS
Jan 5
Heroes of the American Revolution Sons of The American Revolution present performers portraying historical figures. 2pm. Children’s Room (adults welcome), Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 10
Sapelo Island’s Hog Hammock Author Michele Johnson talks about her book on slave descendants and their resilience and entrepreneurship. Reception follows. 2pm. $15 members, $20 nonmembers. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
Jan 12
Interpreter For The President Former federal government interpreter Sophia Porson shares her stories. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 14
Turtle Rehab Conference in Review Learn about the important work that goes on at the Turtle Center on Jekyll Island beyond the museum doors. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 14
"Lunch" and Learn Lecture Series Historian Buddy Sullivan speaks about Sapelo Island. 7pm. Room 108, Casino Bldg., 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. St. Simons Library. 638-8234. trrl.org
Jan 19, Feb 16, March 16
Curator Talk Discover historic objects not seen on typical tour of the museums. 4-5pm. $10, free to CGHS members. A. W. Jones Heritage Center, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society. 638-4666. saintsimonslighthouse.org
Jan 24
Patsy Roberts Wildlife photographer and children’s author. 4pm. $15 members, $20 nonmembers, under 12 free. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
Jan 26
Conrad Aiken Julia Spivey speaks on life and writings of Savannah poet. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 27, Feb 24, March 24
The Snowbird Book Club Winter book club with presenter Marjory Lynx. 10:30am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Jan 28
Lunch and Learn Lecture Series Author Michele Johnson discusses her book Sapelo Island's Hog Hammock. 1pm. Room 108, Casino Bldg., 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. St. Simons Library. 638-8234. trrl.org
Feb 11
And The Coastlands Wait Reid Harris speaks on his book and experiences dealing with the fight to protect the Georgia Marshlands. Book available for purchase. 5:30pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 11 at 7pm
Turtle Talks Monthly lecture by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, learning of the work the center is doing to protect the sea turtles that swim off our coast. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Feb 13
Beauty by Robin McKinley Discussion of 1998 Phoenix Award Honor Book. 10am. St. Simons Library, 530-A Beachview Dr., SSI. 638-8234. trrl.org
Feb 20
Fort Frederica Living History Festival Explore the past and meet people who called Frederica home as they demonstrate life in the 1700s. 10am-4pm. Park entrance $3 ages 16+, under 16 free. Fort Frederica, SSI. 638-3639. nps.gov/fofr
Feb 29
Buddy Sullivan Coastal historian talks about his love for history and his motivation for writing and signs his new book. Reception follows. 3pm. $15 members, $20 nonmembers. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
March 4
Letters From Attu Mary Breu speaks on her book about the invasion of the Alaskan island of Attu and of her great-aunt Etta Jones’ capture by the Japanese. Book available for purchase. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
March 16
Flight 19 Former military pilot W. J. Raczynski will explain his theory of what happened to Flight 19, a group of military planes lost over the area now known as The Bermuda Triangle. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
Mar 23
Audubon – The Conservationist Julia Spivey shares insights on the famous naturalist. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212. trrl.org
ONGOING
Tours of Ashantilly Center Call for tour of historic property or to inquire about scheduling organization meeting at Ashantllly. Per available time slots. Donation to Ashantilly’s Raise the Roof Campaign. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473. ashantilly.org
Ghost Tours Historic Downtown Brunswick. Thur & Fri, residential 7pm; business district 8:30 pm. $12. Reservations required. Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
Historic Walking Tours Downtown Brunswick. Wed, Thur, Fri 11am, 2pm. $18. Reservations required. Art Downtown/Gallery 209. 262-0628. artdowntowngallery209.com
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OPEN HOUSES/AUDITIONS
Jan 8, Feb 5, March 5
First Friday Visit the shops, galleries, restaurants of Historic Downtown Brunswick; “He Said Beer, She Said Wine” tastings at select shops; live music various locations. 5-8 pm. Newcastle & Gloucester Sts., Bwk. Brunswick Downtown Development Authority. 265-4032
Jan 10-12
Auditions for Come Blow Your Horn Neil Simon comedy to be staged in March. 7pm. Casino Theatre, Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players. 638-0338. theislandplayers.com
Feb 3
Jekyll Island Garden Club Meeting Open to public. 1pm. Room 9, Beachside Hall, Convention Center, JI.
March 14-16
Auditions for You Can't Take it with You 1930s comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman to be staged in May. 7pm. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players. 638-0338. theislandplayers.com
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