St. Simons Island 2019 Calendar of Events
St. Simons Island is always humming with a variety of fun activities and things to do year-round. From local farmer's markets, art and antique shows, Music in the Park, outdoor excursions, to wine tastings, gallery exhibits, tours, and on-going classes and workshops for creative pursuits such as painting, pottery, jewelry making or dance instruction, you'll never run out of things to do in the Golden Isles.
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The Events Calendar has now been updated with current 2019 information for upcoming events!
January 2019
February 2019
March 2019
April 2019
May 2019
June 2019
July 2019
August 2019
September 2019
October 2019
November 2019
December 2019
On-Going Events & Activities on St. Simons
Ongoing
PLEASE NOTE: EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. PLEASE CALL THE LISTED PHONE NUMBERS FOR CONFIRMATION.
Art Classes & Workshops
Several local organizations offer ongoing art classes and workshops for various media, ages, and experience levels; each with various times and prices. For more information visit:
Glynn Visual Arts : 529 Beachview Dr. Call 912.638-8770 or visit
glynnvisualarts.org.
SloGlo Gallery & Brunswick Actors' Theatre : 1413 Newcastle St. Call 912.262.0628 or visit
SoGloGallery.com
McIntosh Art Association : 404 Northway, Darien. Call 912.437.7711 or visit
mcintoshartassociation.com.
Community Support Group
FREE meetings each month at Frederica Presbyterian Church to help with general life coping skills, work, relationships, financial matters, illnesses, etc - call 912.577.8119 or visit
freddypresssi.com.
Wine Tasting at Waterfront Wine & Gourmet of Darien.
Call 912.437.3410 for days and details.
Historic Downtown Tours
Tuesday through Saturday. Three tours daily: City Tour - 9:30am to 11am; Residential Tour - 4pm to 5:30pm; Combo Tour (City/Residential) - 12:30pm to 3:30pm. Reservations ONLY / Reserve ONLINE at
SoGloGallery.com
Children's Pottery Classes
10am - 11:30am. Children ages 7 and up will enjoy instruction by Debbie Craig. Classes are ongoing and drop-in. Glynn Visual Arts Pottery Studio, 106 Island Drive. Call 912.638.8770 for more information or visit
glynnvisualarts.org.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Nature Walk
Enjoy a guided nature walk with local wildlife and eco experts who help explore the beaches of Jekyll Island and its marshes, dunes and maritime forest during year-round tours. Visit Tidelands Nature Center at 100 Riverview Dr., call 912.635.5032 or visit
tidelands4h.org.
Every Tuesday
Brunswick Farmer's Market at Mary Ross Waterfront Park
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8am til dark. Call 912.262.6665 for more information.
Storytime Stories and craft projects for younger children.
10:30am at the Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St. Call 912.267.1212 or visit
trrl.org.
Third Tuesdays
Eco-Lecture Series at Village Creek Landing
Village Creek Landing on St. Simons Island hosts an Eco-Lecture Series at 6pm on the third tuesday of each month. A new guest speaker each month will discuss eco and environmental topics regarding the preservation of Coastal Georgia. Sip a cocktail while enjoying the lovel marsh view. Cost is $10 per person (includes your first drink). Space is limited. RSVP online at
VillageCreekLanding.com or call 912.399.0063.
Every Wednesday
Ken Wallin, Open Studio
1:00pm - 4:00 pm. Glynn Visual Arts, 106 Island Drive on St. Simons Island. Call 912.638.8770 or visit
glynnvisualarts.org.
Golden Isles Music Together
Music and movement classes for children ages birth through age six. It's Mommy/Daddy and Me musical fun!
Starts at 10:30am, 6329 Frederica Rd., St. Simons Island. Call 801.865.6897, email
goldenislesmt@gmail.com or visit
goldenislesmusictogether.com
Every Thursday
Brunswick Farmer's Market at Mary Ross Waterfront Park
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8am til dark. Call 912.262.6665 for more information.
Adult Pottery Classes
Morning classes 9am-11:30am and evening classes 6pm - 8:30pm. Instruction in wheel and hand building by Debbie Craig. Classes are ongoing and drop-in. Glynn Visual Arts, 106 Island Drive, St. Simons Island. Call 912.638.6679 or 912.638.8770 or visit
glynnvisualarts.org for more information.
Dance Instruction
Seaside Dance Association provides Dance Instruction/Practice, social and ballroom dance. Beginners 7pm; Advanced 8:15pm. $5 members, $8 non-members. Held at the St. Simons Elementary School cafeteria, 805 Ocean Blvd. For more information call 912.634.9527.
Painting Technique with Jennifer Broadus
6:30pm - 8:30 pm. Classes are ongoing and drop-in. Glynn Visual Arts, 106 Island Drive on St. Simons Island. Call 912.638.8770 for more information or visit
glynnvisualarts.org.
Fourth Thursdays
Monthly Bike Events Hosted by St. Simons Land Trust Ambassadors
Events take place on the 4th Thursday of the month at 6:00pm and routes begin and finish at the happy hour destination and will be a leisurely couple mile ride. Please
click here to view the full schedule. The rides are free and no reservations are required.
First Friday
Downtown Promenade in Historic Downtown Brunswick
Brunswick welcomes you to area shops, galleries, restaurants, art openings, live music, food and beverage samples. From 5-8pm. Call 912.265.4032 or visit
brunswickgeorgia.net.
Every Saturday
Brunswick Farmer's Market at Mary Ross Waterfront Park
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8am til dark. Call 912.262.6665 for more information.
Children's Pottery Classes
10-11:30am. Children ages 7 and up will enjoy instruction by Debbie Craig. Classes are ongoing, drop-in. Drop-in class $18. 6 Classes for members $95. 6 Classes for non-members $105. Clay $13 for 12 lbs. Call 912.638.6679 or 912.638.8770 or visit
glynnvisualarts.org for more information.
Second Sundays
Music in the Park
Hundreds of locals and visitors alike join together for this live music event at Gascoigne Bluff on St. Simons Island the second Sunday of every month from 1-7pm. The proceeds from Second Sunday benefit various local charitable organizations. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers and enjoy listening to the live music. Raffle tickets are sold for door prizes contributed by area businesses. Kids can play in the inflatable bounce house and slides.
August 3
Junior Ranger Saturdays at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation
Time: 9am - 12pm
LOCATION:
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site
5556 US Highway 17N
Brunswick, GA 31525
Located at intersection of US17 and GA99, one mile east of I-95 exit 42.
COST:
Regular admission
$8 for adults
$7 for seniors
$5 for youth (6 to 17)
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site's Junior Ranger program is a great way for kids age 6–12 to have fun and learn more about Georgia's special natural and historical resources. On select Saturday mornings throughout the summer a ranger will guide participants through sections of Hofwyl's new Junior Ranger book. Those completing all sections of the book will receive a Junior Ranger badge. Participants will learn about rice growth at Hofwyl, the ante-bellum plantation house, trees, marshes and many other aspects of our areas natural and cultural heritage.
Call 912.264.7333 for reservations or more information or email
bill.giles@dnr.ga.gov
August 19 + 21
Novel/Movie Series
Time: 2 PM
Location: St. Simons Public Library
Phone: 912.399.8481
Email:
cjjohns@tds.net
Join us for a lively discussion of classic movies and the novels they are based on. Discussion, Mondays; movie shown on Wednesdays. Free admission.
August 31
Junior Ranger Saturdays at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation
Time: 9am - 12pm
LOCATION:
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site
5556 US Highway 17N
Brunswick, GA 31525
Located at intersection of US17 and GA99, one mile east of I-95 exit 42.
COST:
Regular admission
$8 for adults
$7 for seniors
$5 for youth (6 to 17)
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site's Junior Ranger program is a great way for kids age 6–12 to have fun and learn more about Georgia's special natural and historical resources. On select Saturday mornings throughout the summer a ranger will guide participants through sections of Hofwyl's new Junior Ranger book. Those completing all sections of the book will receive a Junior Ranger badge. Participants will learn about rice growth at Hofwyl, the ante-bellum plantation house, trees, marshes and many other aspects of our areas natural and cultural heritage.
Call 912.264.7333 for reservations or more information or email
bill.giles@dnr.ga.gov
September 7
Crafts Along Newcastle
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Brunswick Newcastle Street Squares
Phone: 912.275.8492
Email:
Iamdgu@gmail.com
Stroll the tree-shaded streets of Historic Downtown Brunswick while enjoying the artistic creations of local crafters and artisans. A wonderful variety of items is included, such as candles, art, soap, woodworking, jewelry, photography and so much more! This is a great chance to find the perfect unique gift!
September 7
Second Annual FREE KIDS ART FAIR at GVA!
Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Glynn Visual Arts is excited to announce our second annual FREE Kid's Arts Fair. The event will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Glynn Visual Arts. This year's event is entitled the RECY-COLOGY KID'S ART FAIR: a Kid's Recycled & Ecology Art Experience. It will be a free event open to children of all ages in the community.
The event runs from 10am – 1pm and will feature several free "Creation Stations" for children to think creatively and make art from recycled materials. Kids will learn how to turn "trash to treasure" and how trash and recycling impact our beautiful coastal home and its natural inhabitants. Light refreshments available at event.
Glynn Visual Arts is Glynn County's community arts center. They offer classes and workshops for all ages - children to seniors, three festivals per year and 8-10 high quality art exhibits per year at the center at 106 Island Drive, Saint Simons Island, GA.
FREE Art Creation and Education Stations:
· Community Art Project - Recycled Art Installation
· Community Art Project – Paint by Number Mural Tables
· Sammy the Pelican Story & Art Project
· Forks & Corks People
· Origami
· Free Draw/Sidewalk Chalk Art
· And more…
September 20-22
Annual Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival
A weekend food festival celebrating Coastal Georgia seafood traditions, with a cooking contest and demonstrations, shrimp boat tours, arts and crafts, live music and a kid zone.
September 28-29
Art Under the Oaks
Artists, handmade crafts and vendors gather under the trees in Neptune Park for a fun day of local festivities!
FESTIVAL TIMES: 10:00am – 5:00pm Saturday and Sunday
FESTIVAL LOCATION: Postell Park, Pier Village, Saint Simons Island, GA
MERRY MERMAID PARADE DATE & TIME:
11:00am, Saturday, September 28, 2019
MERRY MERMAID PARADE REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: 10:30am
MERRY MERMAID PARADE LINE UP: 10:45am
This September, Glynn Visual Arts celebrates its 49th year hosting this beautiful fine arts and crafts festival now known as Art Under the Oaks. True to tradition, this is an open and free event to the community and artists will hail from around the region representing a wide range of mediums. Up to seventy (70) artists and craftspeople are expected to present a variety of original two and three-dimensional art, sculpture, photography, jewelry, textiles, ceramics, wood, metal and glass - all available for purchase.
NEW this year! We are very excited to announce that alongside our festival, GVA will host its very first Merry Mermaid Parade (all sea creatures and mermen are of course also welcome!) Parade registration/entry fee to participate is $10 per person. This event is open to anyone, kids and adults alike. Just don your best mermaid tail or sea creature outfit and come on out to join us for the fun and foolishness! Registration is on-line at GVA's website or starting at 10:30am on Saturday morning, September 28th, 2019.
Raffle for prizes and ribbon awards for the best costumes!
This festival is a fun event featuring unique offerings with something for everyone, art, food, music, a parade and a free kid's arts/crafts area known as the "Kid's Creation Station." Don't miss this entertaining weekend for all!
Glynn Visual Arts
Phone: 912.638-.8770
Website:
glynnvisualarts.org
E-mail:
info@glynnvisualarts.org
October
St. Simons Island Food & Spirits Festival
An annual foodie fest featuring local restaurants, farmers and artisans with tasting tents, farm stand and market. This event is a fundraiser for Hospice of the Golden Isles.
October
Georgia Florida Golf Classic
Bulldog and Gator fans alike gather on Jekyll Island each year for this traditional golf tournament held during the annual Georgia-Florida college football game. Tournament fee includes two rounds of golf at the Jekyll Island Golf Club, a practice round, and all the food and drinks you can handle. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Jekyll Island Foundation. For more information visit
jekyllisland.com.
October 6
CoastFest
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources (GADNR) hosts this annual event on the first Saturday in October in support of the 3-week national "CoastWeeks" event. The Georgia CoastFest is an educational-based event, with more than 70 environmental, research and resource exhibitors from around the southeast gathering at the GADNR Coastal Regional Headquarters near the Sidney Lanier Bridge in
Brunswick. Interactive displays and hands-on exhibits are fun for adults and kids alike, with science experiments, reptiles and turtle shows, educational magic shows, military re-enactors, aquatic tanks with coastal Georgia sea life, and participatory crafting projects. For more information visit
coastalgadnr.org/
October 26
Brunswick Shrine Club Fall Bazaar
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: 3955 Darien Hwy, Brunswick GA
Phone: 912.275.8492
Email:
Iamdgu@gmail.com
Brunswick Shrine Club Fall Bazaar Sponsored by Brunswick Shrine Club Ladies Auxiliary. Jewelry - Specialty Gifts - Woodwork - Needlework - Photography – Art work - Food – Unique Seasonal Gifts - Raffles. Air Conditioned Shopping. Wheelchair Accessible.
November 2
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Crafter's Fall Bazaar
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: 405 Howe St (Parrish Hall) Brunswick, GA
Phone: 912.275.8492
Email:
Iamdgu@gmail.com
St. Francis Xavier Crafters' Fall Bazaar A Great Place to Christmas Shop! Crafts, Specialty Items, Woodworking, Jewelry, Photography, Bake Sale, Raffles, Food and Fun. Air conditioned shopping and Wheelchair accessible.
November 30
Crafts Along Newcastle Winter Wonderland
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Brunswick Newcastle Street Squares
Phone: 912.275.8492
Email:
Iamdgu@gmail.com
Stroll the tree-shaded streets of Historic Downtown Brunswick while enjoying the artistic creations of local crafters and artisans. A wonderful variety of items is included, such as candles, art, soap, woodworking, jewelry, hand crafted Santas, photography and so much more! This is a great chance to find the perfect unique Christmas gift!
November 18-24
The RSM Classic
This annual PGA Tour golf tournament is hosted by pro golfer Davis Love III at Sea Island Golf Club, attracting top professional golfers from around the world. In 2010, the Davis Love Foundation partnered with the PGA TOUR to become the Host Organization of The RSM Classic, an Official PGA TOUR Event. The RSM Classic has raised more than $7 million to support charities focused on children and families in need. The funds benefit many organizations including Special Olympics (National, State and Local) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Georgia. For more information visit
rsmclassic.com.
December
Jekyll Tree Lighting Festival & Holidays in History
The holidays come alive each year as Jekyll Island begins the season with the Christmas Tree Lighting Festival the Saturday after Thanksgiving and the Historic District is resplendent with Christmas lights and decorations. The celebration continues with caroling, craft workshops, themed tours and other seasonal activities.
December
Jekyll Island Skating Village
Jekyll Island "ice" skating is back and now located in the picturesque Historic District, the Jekyll Island Skating Village features a synthetic ice rink and real ice skates. This unique surface takes the pain and cold out of ice skating and is easy for kids and adults of all ages. Skate on Jekyll Island among history, under ancient oaks, and with a spectacular view of the Jekyll River.
Location: 364 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Cost: $5 per person, includes skate rental & 30-minute session
December
Jekyll Island Christmas Twilight Tours
Explore a magical time of year in Jekyll Island's historic district. This special evening tram tour highlights heart-warming holiday tales and the lights and decorations of the season on Jekyll Island. The 90-minute Christmas celebration includes a unique tour of Faith Chapel and concludes with light refreshments and sunset views from Indian Mound Cottage.
Fridays & Saturdays at 4 p.m., December 1-29
Location: Historic District Tours, located at the Infirmary
Cost: Adults $20; Children 7-15 $10; Children 6 & under free
December
David Masterson Christmas Concert
Enjoy sounds of the season with this free piano concert from brilliant pianist David Masterson. No tickets are required, and everyone is welcome to this event held at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. Date and time to be announced as event draws near.
December
Holidays in History at Jekyll Island
Once a year, the cottages of the historic district get dressed in their finest holiday decorations just for you. Enjoy a 90-minute tram tour when Jekyll Island's National Historic Landmark District is enriched in seasonal splendor. This guided tour of the 240-acre historic district includes entry into two cottages, decorated for the holiday season, as well as Faith Chapel.
Times: 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Location: Historic District Tours, located at the Infirmary
Cost: Adults $16; Children 7-17 $7; Children 6 & under free
December 14
Crafts Along Newcastle Winter Wonderland
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Brunswick Newcastle Street Squares
Phone: 912.275.8492
Email:
Iamdgu@gmail.com
Stroll the streets of Historic Downtown Brunswick while enjoying the artistic creations of local crafters and artisans. A wonderful variety of items is included, such as candles, art, soap, woodworking, jewelry, hand crafted Santas, photography and so much more! This is a great chance to find the perfect unique Christmas gift!
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Glynn Visual Arts
106 Island Drive
St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522
912.638.8770
info@glynnvisualarts.org
HOURS: Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
glynnvisualarts.org
Visit the GVA website for current events, workshops, classes and ongoing activities.
2019 KID'S SUMMER CAMPS
Mud & Mosaics Summer Camp
Instructor: Elizabeth Halderson
June 10th-14th, 2019
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 7 & up
Join Elizabeth as she takes you through hand building fun clay projects the first part of the week. As the students wait for the clay projects to dry and be fired, they will work on several mosaic projects using recycled materials. The camp will finish with the artists decorating their clay projects and creating an exhibit for friends and family to view on the last day. This camp cannot accommodate drop ins.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Kreative Kids Art Camp
June 3rd-7th, 2019
Christi Parks
Sign your young artist up for this fun and dynamic art camp! Students will work in a variety of mediums including watercolor, acrylic and mixed media to create unique art pieces. Participants will also focus on process and discovery of materials, as well as exploration of trial and error and cause and effect. Artists will enjoy instructor and artist Christi Parks' high energy and excitement as she shares her love of art along with fun and simple concepts and techniques in the basics of drawing, painting and mixed media. On the last day of camp, students will have an exhibit to show off all their hard work for the week. Space is limited so register today!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Comics and Sequential Art Camp
Instructor: Bob Pendarvis
June 10th-14th, 2019
July 8th-12th, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ages: 12-16
Have your kids or grandkids join us at Glynn Visual Arts this summer for one of our FUN one week summer camps! Kids will create their own comic book characters, develop a story line and draw comics. At the end, Professor Pendarvis will compile all the stories and drawings into a comic book that will then be published and available online on Amazon for sale!
Comic Book Camp is lead by Professor Bob Pendarvis. Bob is the co-founder of Savannah College of Art and Design's (SCAD) Sequential Art Department and is recognized for his accomplishments as an educator and an inspired cartoonist. He has published Sugar Ninjas, a cartoon anthology as well as several other cartoon compilations. He is frequently a guest panelist and expert at comic book fan conferences including Middle Georgia Comic Con, Jekyll Island Comic Con, MomoCon Anime Convention in Atlanta, GA and more.
If students have their own sketching materials they may bring them to camp. Bob Pendarvis will also have materials available for students to use.
Cost: $170 Non Members
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Mud & Mosaics Summer Camp
Instructor: Elizabeth Halderson
June 10th-14th, 2019
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 7 & up
Join Elizabeth as she takes you through hand building fun clay projects the first part of the week. As the students wait for the clay projects to dry and be fired, they will work on several mosaic projects using recycled materials. The camp will finish with the artists decorating their clay projects and creating an exhibit for friends and family to view on the last day. This camp cannot accommodate drop ins.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Clay & Collage Camp
Instructor: Debbie Craig
July 8th-12th, 2019
July 15th-19th, 2019
10: a.m. - 1 p.m.
Children will explore three dimensional art through the process of working with clay the first part of the week. They will finish the week with two dimensional discovery using FUN paper collage! Students will work in clay Monday and Tuesday--while their work is drying and fired in the kiln on Wednesday, they will work on a collage activity. On Thursday and Friday they will use collage techniques to finish their clay projects and complete them on Friday. This art camp is about "process" and cannot accommodate drop-in students. The art camp is open to ages 7 through middle school. Week long camp Monday – Friday (no drop-ins) Class size 6-min. & 12-max.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
On-Going Events, Classes, & Workshops
Brunswick Farmers Market
at Mary Ross Waterfront Park every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 8 am-dark. Call 912.262.6665 for more information.
New Perspectives
Experience the beauty of our marshlands and tidal creeks from a new perspective. Glenda Cason Gallery, 261 Redfern Village, St. Simons Island. 912.634.7770. www.glendacasongallery.com
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. 912.279.0023.
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. 912.634.9527.
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, 912.635.5032.
CPR Instruction
Infant/Child and Adult Sponsored by the American Red Cross. Locations and times: 912.265.1695.
Classes in All Mediums
Glynn Visual Arts, 319 Mallery St., SSI. 912.638.8770.
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 Visual Arts, 106 Island Drive, SSI. 912.638.8770.
Pottery, Hand-Building and Wheel Ongoing Classes.
Glynn Visual Arts Pottery Studio, 106 Island Drive, SSI. 912.638.8770.
Writer's Critique Group
First Tuesday of every month. 7pm. Free to adult writers at any skill level. Sharon, 912.264.5902.
Coastal Photographers Guild
Third Thursday each month. 6pm. Glynn Visual Arts, 319 Mallery St., SSI. Call 912.638.8770.
St. Simons Island Antique Show
Contact Joe Burkhart at 912.267.7822
stsimonsantiques.com
Featuring interesting and unusual items, and other treasures from by-gone eras!
Antique dealers from all over the southeast, featuring a vast array of fine and fun merchandise, including furniture, collectibles, primitives, jewelry, silver, glassware, etc.
Located under the oaks in the historic Pier Village area, on the grounds of the beautiful revitalized Postell Park, on Beachview Drive off Mallery Street, St. Simons Island, GA. Close to restaurants, hotels, shopping, and beautiful St. Simons Island Beaches.
Always free admission and parking.
A limited number of vendor spaces are available, depending on the show date.
For more information about spaces or just general information about the St. Simons Antique Show, Please call Joe Burkhart, at 912.267.7822 or visit the website at
stsimonsantiques.com for show dates and times.
Golden Isles Arts & Humanities
1530 Newcastle St.
Brunswick, Georgia 31520
912.262.6934
goldenislesarts.org
Contact Education Director Lucy Lynn Bryson at
artsed@goldenislesarts.org
Office, Gallery & Historic Ritz Theatre hours: Wednesdays-Fridays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Also by appointment and during event times.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
2700 Suwannee Canal Rd.
Folkston, GA 31537
912.496.7836
okefenokee@fws.gov
The Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center is located at the Main Entrance of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, 11 miles southwest of Folkston, Georgia, off the Okefenokee Parkway South (GA 121/23). A $5 refuge entrance fee per vehicle or annual pass is required as admission. For more information, contact the Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center at 912.496.7836, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday.
More information is available on the refuge website at
fws.gov/refuge/okefenokee, or at the Richard S. Bolt Visitor Center, located off Hwy. 121/23 near Folkston, GA by calling 912.496.7836 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday or daily after September 1.
The Suwannee Canal Recreation Area (East Entrance) to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is the primary entrance managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and is located 11 miles southwest of Folkson, GA off Hwy 121/23. The refuge is open daily and offers a variety of opportunities for the visiting public. Call 912.496.7836 or visit the refuge website at
fws.gov/okefenokee for hours of operation, upcoming events, and entrance fee information.
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit
fws.gov.
Connect with our Facebook pages at
facebook.com/okefenokeewildliferefuge or
facebook.com/usfwssoutheast, follow our tweets at www.twitter.com/usfwssoutheast, watch our YouTube Channel at
youtube.com/usfws and download photos from our Flickr page at
flickr.com/photos/usfwssoutheast.
