Calendar of EVENTS

EXHIBITS/OPENINGS

March 28-Apr 30

Blackberry Creek Artists Dawsonville, GA, artists exhibiting in oil, watercolor, 3-D paintings and sculpture. Goodyear Cottage, JI Historic District. Mon-Fri 1-4pm, weekends 10am-4pm. Reception April 1, 1-3pm. Jekyll Island Arts Association. 635-3920.

April

Gardens and Estuaries Paintings depicting the beauty of the gardens and estuaries of Georgia's Coastal Islands. Left Bank Gallery, 3600 Frederica Rd, Suites 12&13, SSI. 638-3017.

April 3-May 12

Ellen Moriarty New work. Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Southeast Georgia Health System. M-F 9-5, Sat 9-1. Call 262-0628.

April 5-28

Coastal National Juried Exhibit Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Glynn Art Association, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770.

April 6-May 12

Cathie Parmelee and ROOTZZ New work. Gallery 209, 209 Gloucester St., Bwk. Opening reception April 6, 5-8pm. An Art Downtown Production in collaboration with Gallery 209. 262-0628.

April 12-May 5

Recycled Trash Art Exhibit Juried show for works created by local students from recycled materials. Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Opening reception and award presentations, April 12, 5-7pm. GIAHA in partnership with Keep Brunswick-Golden Isles Beautiful. 262-6934

EVENTS

Thursday, March 29

The Friends of the Brunswick Library present their 20th Annual Tables of Content Benefit Dinner. Guest speaker: author Chris Bohjalian. Cost: $75.00; tickets: 912 634-9071. Thursday, March 29, 6:30 pm at the King & Prince Golf Resort on St. Simons Island.

Fri-Sunday, March 31-April 1

Spring Antique Festival 9am-5pm. Beachview Dr., Pier Village SSI. Joe Burkhart Promotions. 264-3254.

Friday & Saturday, March 30-31

Swamp Fest in downtown Waycross. Combined with Pogo Fest and April Fool's Run, this is a big weekend full of fun. Call 912-283-2112.

Saturday, March 31

Railwatch Days in downtown Folkston. Relive the romance of yesteryear at active railroad junction. Call (912) 496-2536.

Monday, April 2

Golden Isles Fiberarts Guild regular meeting will be held Monday, April 2nd at 7:30 pm in the parish hall of the Holy Nativity Church at 615 Mallery Street on St. Simons Island. Marlene Glickman will discuss & demonstrate hand dyeing with instant setting dyes. For further information call Elaine Boothman at 634-1339.

Writers' Critique Group Free to all adult writers. 7pm. Call for address & directions: 264-5902.

Tuesday, April 3

SE Coastal Georgia Computer Club meets April 3 at 7 pm at the Brunswick Library. Program on iPods, PodCasts & Portable Multimedia. Call 267-7613.

Wednesday, April 4

Meeting of GlynnPeace: Citizens To End The War In Iraq. Wednesday, April 4 from 7 - 8:30 pm at St. Athanasius Episcopal Church, corner of Albany & Monk Streets, Brunswick. We will discuss Dr. Martin Luther King's historic "Beyond Vietnam" speech on its 40th anniversary and plan for Tax Day leafletting on the costs of the war.For more information or for a ride to the meeting, call 262-1274, e-mail glynnpeace@bellsouth.net

Thursday, April 5

Author Bob Shirley talks about his book, Parris Island Daze: My Drill Instructor was Tougher Than Yours. Thursday, April 5, 7 pm at the Brunswick Library.

Friday, April 6

The 2000 American documentary about Gordon Parks, "Half Past Autumn." Friday, April 6, 7 pm at the Ida Hilton Library.

Saturday, April 7

"Genealogy in Georgia: A Look at Unique Library Resources" with Patricia Barefoot and Julie Spivey. Saturday, April 7, 10:00 at the Brunswick Library.

Frederica Folkways: The Life of a Soldier 2pm. $3/person (age 16+). Ft. Frederica Visitor Center, 6515 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3639.

Tuesday, April 10

1994 Italian/UK film, "Il Postino." Tuesday, April 10, 2 pm and 7 pm at the Brunswick Library.

Thursday, April 12

Voices of Hope: Letters and Journals of Children during WWII Drama Professor Dennis Elkins of Savannah College of Art and Design celebrates the lives of nine children from around the world who lived at the time of World War II with a tale of hope using their own words. 7:30pm. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations. 635-2600.

Using Accessories to Complete a Room. Interior design experts present ideas for your home. Thursday, April 12, 6:00 p.m. at Taylor House Interiors on St. Simons Island. Thursday, April 12, 6 pm at Taylor House Interiors on SSI.

Fri-Sunday, April 13-15

Shame the Devil: An Audience with Fanny Kemble Theatrical performance about the 19th century actress and abolitionist. Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults $15, Students/seniors $12. Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. GIAHA 2006-2007 Performing Arts Series. 262-6934.

Saturday, April 14

Birding at the Old Plantation Meet in the visitor center theater for orientation, bring lunch and binoculars. 9am-3pm. Adults $5, Seniors $4.50, children $2.50. Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, 5556 US Hwy 17 North, Bwk. Rain Date April 21. 264-7333.

Monday, April 16

Celebrate National Poetry Month with "Words and Music Full of Poetry and Passion" with singer/songwriter Hugh Blumenfeld. Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 p.m. at the Brunswick Library.

Mon & Tues, April 16 & 17

AARP Safe Driving course will be taught. Fee: $10.00. Registration required: 912 267-1212. Monday, April 16 and Tuesday, April 17, 9 am - 1 pm, at the Brunswick Library.

Tuesday, April 17

The 2002 American documentary, "The Next Industrial Revolution." (Cosponsored with the Altamaha Riverkeeper). Tuesday, April 17, 12 noon at the Ida Hilton Library.

Wednesday, April 18

Chef's Demonstration Preparation of three exciting courses with generous tasting and printed recipes. 1:30pm. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

Thursday, April 19

The 2003 Danish film, "The Inheritance." Thursday, April 19, 2 & 7 pm at the Brunswick Library.

Thurs-Sunday, April 19-22

Plein Air Studio Painting Workshop Led by Dale Brown. 9am-4pm. $550. Anderson Fine Art Gallery, 3309 Frederica Rd., SSI. 634-8414.

Friday, April 20

Celebrate National Poetry Month when Georgia Tech poet Travis Wayne Denton visits. Friday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. at the Brunswick Library.

Fri & Sat, April 20-21

Relay for Life Fri 7pm-Sat 10am. Exchange Club of Brunswick Fairgrounds. American Cancer Society. 265-7117.

BIG BOOK SALE at St. Simons Library. Thousands of like-new books, including Eugenia Price volumes and fine art & antiques. Presale Friday for Library League members 3-8 pm (join that day) 634-6277.

Sunday, April 22

Spring Fling Live music by Lorna Greenwood. 5-8pm. $25. Shrine Club, Hwy 17, Bwk. Jackets optional. Free dance lesson 4:15pm. Golden Isles Ballroom Dancers. 638-8219.

Tuesday, April 24

Poets' High Tea Six-course tea paying tribute to poets inspired by spring, including savories, tea sandwiches, warm scones, array of petite pastries. 4:00 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

Wednesday, April 25

Annual Administrative Professionals Day Lunch and Seminar. 11:30am-3pm. Southeast Georgia Conference Center for Continuing Education and Community Services. 264-7260.

2005 French film, "The Beat That My Heart Skipped." Wednesday, April 25, 7:00 p.m. at the Jekyll Island Museum

Thursday, April 26

2005 Chinese film, "Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles." Thursday, April 26, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Brunswick Library.

Friday & Saturday, April 27-28

Annual Crawfish Festival in Woodbine. Call 576-3211.

Saturday, April 28

Bloody Marsh Musket Program 2pm. Bloody Marsh off Demere Rd., SSI. Sponsored by Ft Frederica National Monument, 638-3639.

Prisoners of the River Araguaia. Nelson Vaughn talks about his nine month ordeal in 1946 when he and his father were lost in the Amazon jungle. Saturday, April 28, 11:00 a.m. at the Brunswick Library.

Sunday, April 29

Sunday Dinner Dance Gourmet dining and dancing to the music of Wayne Tate's Four and Easy dance band. 6pm. Grand Dining Room. Jekyll Island Club Hotel, 371 Riverview Dr, JI. Reservations required. 635-2600.

Monday, April 30

Spring Cleaning Works by Mozart, Offenbach, Schoenberg, Loewe, Debussy. Glynn Acacemy Auditorium, 8pm. Adult $25, Student/child $5. Coastal Symphony of Georgia. 634-2006.

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 20-22

The 39th "Blessing of the Fleet" in Darien, GA that last year attracted 80,000 will be held April 20- 22. Juried Arts & Crafts, Antiques, 5KRun, Shrimp Eating & Cooking Contest, Parade & Children's activities. Sensational live entertainment & Fireworks! For more info: www.blessingofthefleet.com or (912) 437-6684

May 4-6

The St. Simons Island Antique Show will be held May 4-6 at Strickland Hall, Epworth by the Sea. Hours are Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m. $10. Sponsored by the Coastal Symphony of Georgia Society to benefit the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. Featuring fine furniture, rugs, paintings, china, crystal, sterling. For information, 269-2438. coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.org.

Saturday & Sunday, May 5 & 6

2nd Annual MAYFAIR. Historic Downtown Brunswick Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Food & Entertainment 10-5 both days. For more information call 912.279.2602 or visit www.downtownbrunswickga.com

ONGOING ACTIVITIES

Brunswick Farmer's Market at Mary Ross Waterfront Park every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8 am-dark Call 262-6665 for more information.

Downtown Promenade Explore the galleries and stores of Historic Downtown Brunswick the first Friday of every month. 5-8pm. Art, gifts and more; light refreshments served at most locations. 279-0023.

Passport to the Century Hear the story of the Jekyll Island Club and visit two cottages. Daily tours.

Seaside Dance Association Dance Instruction/Practice Social and ballroom dance. Thursdays. Beginners 7pm. Advanced 8:15pm. $5 members, $8 non-members. St. Simons Elementary School cafeteria, 805 Ocean Blvd., SSI. 634-9527.

Nature Walks - Wildlife and nature guides explain Jekyll Island's fascinating beach, marshes, dunes and maritime forest during year-round tours M-W-F. Tidelands Nature Center, 635-5032.

CPR - Infant/Child and Adult Sponsored by the American Red Cross. Locations and times: 265-1695.

Classes in All Mediums Glynn Art Association, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770.

Jekyll Island Arts Association Goodyear Cottage, Historic District Gallery and Shop open to the public seven days per week. Mon-Fri 12-4 PM, Sat-Sun 10AM-4PM. Gallery Exhibit changes each month. Free.

Working in Different Artistic Media For adults and children. Glynn Art Association, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770.

Pottery, Hand-Building and Wheel Ongoing classes. Glynn Art Association Pottery Studio, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770.

Writer's Critique Group First Tuesday of every month. 7pm. Free to adult writers at any skill level. Sharon, 264-5902.

Coastal Photographers Guild Third Thursday each month. 6pm. Glynn Art Association, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 638-8770.

Red Door Writer's Guild Writer's workshop; Second Saturday of each month. 1pm. $25 per session. Sharon,264-5902 ssmithhenderson@att.net.