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Calendar of Events
Through Dec 31
Mistletoe Market ExhibitMiniature houses by Carol Hanneld, full-size carousel animals by Janis Rodriguez, artist-crafted ornaments. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Association: 638-8770, glynnart.orgDec
Pat Rusk Featured artist in the lobby. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tue, Thu 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgDec-Jan
Wonderful World of Ed Hose Featured artist. Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 10am-5pm; Wed Noon-7pm; Sat 10am-1pm. St. Simons Island Public Library, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. 638-8234, trrl.orgDec 2-30
Sue Byrne Russell New work. Reception Dec 2, 5-8pm. Thu-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm, or by appt. Art Downtown, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 262-0628, artdowntown.netDec 2-31
Annual Glynn County Student Art Show Work in all media by local K-12 students. Reception Dec 2, 5-8pm. Thu-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm, or by appointment. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association: 262-6934, GIAHA Exhibits pageThrough January
Nativities from Around the World 200 nativities from collection of Rev. Robert & June Brown in rotunda. Tue-Sat 10am-4pm. Moore Methodist Museum, 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr., SSI. 638-4050, mooremethodistmuseum.orgJanuary
Plantations of St. Simons Island Paintings of plantations by Mildred Huie, sculptures of plantation figures by Mary Whitty. Meet descendants of early founding families at open house, Jan 22, 3-5pm (reservations appreciated). Mildred Huie Plantation Museum, 1819 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, leftbankartgallery.comJanuary
Students of Carly Hardy Spotlight artists. Reception Jan 6, 5-7pm. Old Jail Art Center, Darien. McIntosh Art Assn: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.comJanuary
Coastal Georgia Quilt Guild Featured artist in main hallway. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tue, Thu 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgJanuary
Annual Tribute to Sidney Lanier: Marshes of Glynn Exhibition of oil paintings by Glenda Cason inspired by Lanier's poem "Marshes of Glynn." Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am to 1pm. Southeast Georgia Health System Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Starling St., Bwk. 262-0628, sghs.org, artdowntown.netJanuary-February
Water & Clay An exhibition of watercolors and clay sculpture by Rosemary Griggs. Reception Jan 6, 5-8pm. Thurs-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4 pm or by appointment. Art Downtown Theatre Gallery, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 262-0628, artdowntown.netJanuary-February
Transformation Multi-media work by Irwin Berman, Anne Goodstein, Christophe Goodstein, Jim Jones in collaboration with Harlan Hambright and Leslie Buchanan. Thurs-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm or by appointment. Art Downtown Studio, 1430 Newcastle St., Bwk. 262-0628, artdowntown.netJanuary-March
Finding Our Roots, Growing New Leaves: The Timber Industry in GeorgiaPhotographs from the Coastal Georgia Historical Society’s archives explore a heritage industry. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1:30-5pm. A.W. Jones Heritage Center Exhibit Hall, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society: 638-4666, saintsimonslighthouse.orgJanuary 3-28
24th Annual Coastal National Juried Art Competition Juried by SCAD professor Benjamin Ward. Reception Jan 5, 5-7pm. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgJanuary 6-28
Scott Foxx Solo show by Georgia-based artist combining modern methods with the iconography of Southern folk art. Reception Jan 6, 5-8pm. Thu-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm, or by appointment. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Exhibits pageJanuary 31-February 25
Art Unleashed Animal-themed art show and fundraiser. (See Special Events). Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgFebruary
Christy Trowbridge Featured artist in main hallway. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tue, Thu 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgFebruary
African-American Art Exhibition Multi-media show of work by local African-American artists in honor of Black History Month. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am to 1pm. Southeast Georgia Health System Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Starling St., Bwk. 262-0628, sghs.org, artdowntown.netFebruary-March 31
The Maltese Falcon Artists interpret Dashiell Hammett’s classic detective novel. Part of The Big Read 2012. Old Jail Art Center, Darien. McIntosh Art Assn: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.comFebruary 2 -March 24
Coastal Reflections Exhibit Artists Marquette Schille, Mike Lewis, Marquita Macon, Jeannine Cook and Candy Schille. Reception March 1, 5-7pm. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgFebruary 3-25
The Big Read Exhibit: The Art of Pulp Book cover art from classic hard-boiled fiction and posters from films noirs of the 1940s and 1950s. Part of The Big Read: Coastal Georgia Reads The Maltese Falcon. Reception Feb 3, 5-8pm. Thu-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm, or by appointment. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Exhibits pageFebruary 25
The Colors of Monet Program highlighting Monet’s palette with Millie Wilcox and expert Pam Johndroe, featuring paintings of Monet’s homes and gardens by Mildred Nix Huie. Reservations appreciated. 3-5pm. Mildred Huie Plantation Museum, 1819 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, leftbankartgallery.comMarch
Oak Grove Island Artists Guild Featured artist in main hallway. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-5pm; Tue, Thu 9:30am-8pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgMarch
Elexis Local landmarks and landscapes by local photographer Elexis. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am to 1pm. Southeast Georgia Health System Outpatient Care Center Art Gallery, Starling St., Bwk. 262-0628, sghs.org, artdowntown.netMarch-April
Glimpses New watercolors, acrylics and mixed media by artist Sue Byrne Russell. Reception March 2, 5-8pm. Thurs-Fri 11am-5:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm or by appointment. Art Downtown Theatre Gallery, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 262-0628, artdowntown.netMarch 2-31
Reflections Exhibit of work by local winners of the national PTA-sponsored student art competition. Reception March 2, 5-8pm. Thu-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm, or by appointment. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Exhibits pageMarch 10
Cash and Carry Sidewalk Pottery Sale Work by studio members. Cash and checks only. 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgMarch 17
Christ Church Paintings of the historic church by Mildred Nix Huie, plus her large mural depicting St. Simons landmarks and plantations. Complimentary print of Christ Church presented to each visitor. 1-5pm. Mildred Huie Plantation Museum, 1819 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3017, leftbankartgallery.comMarch 17-18
Annual Invitational Spring Arts & Crafts Show Pottery, paintings, woodcraft, jewelry, garden art, sculpture, photography, etc.10am-5pm. Postell Park, Beachview Dr., SSI. Pier Village Association: 262-0628, artdowntown.netMarch 27-31
Glynn County High School Exhibit Local student art. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.org
Through Dec 18
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress Encore performance of comedy by Alan Ball. Desserts and beverages. Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. $25. Brunswick Actors Theatre, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 280-0023, artdowntown.netDec 10
Boston Brass Concert of music in range of genres and styles by nationally renowned ensemble. Benefit for Glynn Middle School. 7pm. $25 adults, $10 ages 18 and under. Glynn Academy Memorial Auditorium, Bwk. Tickets at Ritz Theatre, City Music, or awendel@glynn.k12.ga.usDec 11
The Coastal Youth Symphony of Georgia Winter Concert Director/conductor Maestro Luis Haza. 3pm. $5 adult, $3 student. Glynn Academy Auditorium, Bwk. 634-3453, coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.orgDec 12
Christmas Concert Traditional Christmas music, featuring guest pianist Rich Ridenour and sing-along led by soprano Rhonda Hambright. 8pm. Adults $25, Children/Students $5. Glynn Academy Memorial Auditorium, Bwk. 634-2006, coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.orgDec 16-18
A Christmas Carol Bryan Thompson as Scrooge in the 10th anniversary production of the Dickens holiday classic.
Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults: $15-25, Seniors $10-20 (depending on age, membership status, date of purchase), under 18 always $5. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association: 262-6934, GIAHA Performing Arts Series pageJanuary 5
The Water Coolers Award-winning comedy troupe with original music and song parodies. 8pm. $25 adults, $10 students. Glynn Academy Memorial Auditorium, Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn: 638-4111, brunswickcommunityconcert.orgJanuary 6-22
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Drama by Dale Wasserman adapted from novel by Ken Kesey. Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults $20, 18 and under $5. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players: 638-0338, theislandplayers.comJanuary 7-February 5
Over My Dead Body Comic play by Derek Benfield, desserts and coffees. Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. $25. Brunswick Actors' Theatre, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 280-0023, artdowntown.netJanuary 11-14
Charlotte’s Web Classic story on stage. 7pm. $5 students, $7 adults. Glynn Academy Auditorium, Bwk. The GA Players: 267-4100, flashmedia.glynn.k12.ga.us/webpages/sspencerJanuary 22
Opera-tizers Peach State Opera presents staged scenes and arias from some of the world’s greatest operas. 3pm. Adults: $15-25, Seniors $10-20 (depending on age, membership status, date of purchase), under 18 always $5. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Performing Arts Series pageJanuary 24
True North Brass Canadian brass ensemble in concert. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Church, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn: 638-2220, IslandConcertAssociation.orgFebruary 7
The American Tenors Internationally renowned singers in concert. 8pm. $25 adults, $10 students. Glynn Academy Memorial Auditorium, Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn: 638-4111, brunswickcommunityconcert.orgFebruary 10-12, 17-18
The Star-Spangled Girl Dinner theater production of Neil Simon comedy. Fri-Sat 6:30pm, Sun 1:30pm. $35. Old City Hall, Newcastle & Mansfield, Bwk. C.A.P.E. Theater: capetheater@gmail.com, capetheater.orgFebruary 21
Sebastian Baverstam and Constantine Finehouse Cello and piano duo in concert. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Church, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn: 638-2220, IslandConcertAssociation.orgFebruary 25-26
The Maltese Falcon Radio Play Old-time radio theater of Dashiell Hammett’s classic detective story performed live on stage with audience and broadcast over radio station WGIG (Sunday only). Part of The Big Read 2012. Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. Adults: $15-25, Seniors $10-20 (depending on age, membership status, date of purchase), under 18 always $5. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Performing Arts Series pageFebruary 25-March 25
The Kitchen Witches Comic play by Caroline Smith, desserts and coffees. Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. $25. Brunswick Actors' Theatre, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk. 280-0023, artdowntown.netFebruary 27
Brahms Requiem Featuring Symphony Chorus and soloists Caroline Thomas and Nathaniel Roper. 8pm. Adults $25, Children/Students $5. First Baptist Church, 708 Mansfield St., Bwk. Coastal Symphony of Georgia: 634-2006, coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.orgMarch 9-25
Don't Mention My Name Comic play by Fred Carmichael. Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3 pm. Adults $20, 18 and under $5. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players: 638-0338, theislandplayers.comMarch 12
Carpe Diem String Quartet Concert of classical, tango, folk, and more. 8pm. $25 adults, $10 students. Glynn Academy Memorial Auditorium, Bwk. Brunswick Community Concert Assn: 638-4111, brunswickcommunityconcert.orgMarch 18
Rhythm on the River Outdoor concert - band TBA. Bring chairs, picnic, favorite beverage. 6-8pm. Queen Square, Newcastle & Mansfield Sts., Bwk. $10, kids under 16 free. Brunswick Downtown Development Authority: 265-4032, brunswickgeorgia.netMarch 20
Amernet String Quartet Concert by acclaimed Ensemble-in-Residence at Florida International University. 7:30pm. St. Simons Presbyterian Church, 205 Kings Way, SSI. Island Concert Assn: 638-2220, IslandConcertAssociation.orgMarch 28-31
All Shook Up Musical play based on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night and the music of Elvis Presley. 7:30pm. $10 Adults, $7 Students & Seniors. Glynn Academy Auditorium, Bwk. 267-4210 X3180March 30
Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute Band performs as the legendary trio of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Waylon Jennings. 8pm. Adults: $15-25, Seniors $10-20 (depending on age, membership status, date of purchase), under 18 always $5. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934, GIAHA Performing Arts Series page
Dec 13
Books to Movies Series Screen versions of Amy Tan novel about family relations, Ted Lawson’s World War II novel, Damon Runyan’s Apple Annie story. 2pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 580-4939, trrl.orgJanuary 12, 26, February 2, March 8
Film Noir Series Classic movies of the dark style that developed in the 1940s. Part of The Big Read 2012. Call for titles. 6pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 580-4939, trrl.orgJanuary 19
L.A. Confidential Modern film noir movie (1997) about police corruption, starring Russell Crowe and Kevin Spacey. Tentative title may change by screening date; please call or check web to confirm. 7pm. $5. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934January 27
Pinot/Noir Presentations about pinot noir wine (with samples) by True Vine proprietor Brian Green and about film noir style by cinema historian Rob Nixon, followed by screening of the noir classic Out of the Past (1947) starring Robert Mitchum and Kirk Douglas. 6pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts & Humanities: 262-6934February 3
The Thin Man Free screening of the 1934 William Powell-Myrna Loy mystery/comedy based on the novel by Dashiell Hammett. Part of The Big Read 2012. 8pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934February 6
Chops: It's All About the Music Award-winning documentary and discussion with director Bruce Broder. 6pm. College of Coastal Georgia Stembler Theater, 1 College Way, Bwk. 279-5781February 7, 14, March 6
Big Read Movies at Midday Screenings of films related in style, theme, or subject to Dashiell Hammett and his classic novel The Maltese Falcon. Titles TBA. 2pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934
February 7
Yojimbo 1961 Kurosawa classic based on writings of Dashiell Hammett, introduced by film historian Rob Nixon. Part of The Big Read 2012. 7pm. College of Coastal Georgia Stembler Theater, 1 College Way, Bwk. 279-5781February 9
The Big Read Movie Night: The Maltese Falcon Multiple-location screening of the 1941 Humphrey Bogart thriller based on Dashiell Hammett’s novel. 7pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, Bwk; Ida Hilton Library, Darien; College of Coastal Georgia Camden Campus, Kingsland. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934February 15
A Fistful of Dollars 1964 Sergio Leone Western classic based on writings of Dashiell Hammett, introduced by film historian Rob Nixon. Part of The Big Read 2012. 7pm. College of Coastal Georgia Stembler Theater, 1 College Way, Bwk. 279-5781February 21
Miller’s Crossing 1990 Coen Brothers film based on writings of Dashiell Hammett, introduced by film historian Rob Nixon. Part of The Big Read 2012. 7pm. College of Coastal Georgia Stembler Theater, 1 College Way, Bwk. 279-5781March 12
The Big Read Family Fun Movie Classic cartoon spoofing the film noir style, for whole family. 2pm. Part of The Big Read 2012. Call for titles. 6pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 580-4939, trrl.org
Dec 9-11
The House on Candy Cane Lane Tours of Christmas house to benefit “New Harmonies” traveling Smithsonian exhibit coming to Darien, Keep McIntosh Beautiful, HART (Human Animal Rescue Team), and the Links. $10, under 12 $5. Fri-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1-4pm. 104 First St. West, Darien.January 16-18
5th Annual Warmth in Winter Event for older adults featuring “Senior Moments” by singer, humorist, folk theologian Ed Kilbourne. Epworth by the Sea, 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr., SSI. 638-8868, epworthbythesea.orgJanuary 28
Cabaret 2012 – An Evening In Monte Carlo! Dining, dancing, auctions, live entertainment to benefit Coastal Symphony of Georgia & The Coastal Youth Symphony. 6:30pm. $175. Cloister Ballroom, Sea Island. 222-5686, coastalsymphonyofgeorgia.orgFebruary 2
Art Unleashed Fundraiser Benefit for Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia in conjunction with animal-themed art show (see Exhibits). 5-7pm. $35 advance, $40 door. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgFebruary 3
Kick-Off for The Big Read: Coastal Georgia Reads The Maltese Falcon Exhibit opening, free film at 8, distribution of books and support materials, and fun “detective” contest throughout Downtown businesses during Brunswick’s First Friday. Official beginning of a month+ of events for the community-wide literary reading initiative focused on Dashiell Hammett’s classic detective novel. 5-8pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Events also at other locations in Brunswick and in McIntosh and Camden counties. See individual listings in other categories in this calendar and full schedule of Big Read events at website. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934February 3
First Friday Fun at the Library “Ace Lacewing” Bug Art Show (works by local students for The Big Read 2012) and Brunswick Police Kid’s ID Program. 5:30-7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgFebruary 4
Death by Chocolate Murder mystery dinner with 3-course meal. Reservations required. 6pm. $40. Moore Methodist Museum, 100 Arthur J. Moore Dr., SSI. 638-4050, mooremethodistmuseum.orgFebruary 11
Valentine’s Tea at Ashantilly Afternoon tea in historic house. Reservations needed. 2-4pm. $15 single, $25 couple. Ashantilly Center, 15591 Hwy. 99, Darien. 437-4473, ashantilly.orgFebruary 18
Fort Frederica Living History Festival Interpreters and period craftspeople portray soldiers and settlers who called this site home. Military demos including musket and cannon firings. 10am-4pm. Fort Frederica National Monument, 6515 Frederica Rd., SSI. 638-3639, nps.gov/fofrMarch 2
First Friday Fun at the Library: Coastal Georgia Quilt Guild Demo of craft for Quilts for Kids program, which provides handmade quilts to kids who are ill, in foster care, or have lost a parent in military service. 5:30-7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgMarch 10
Scotch Whisky Tasting Single malts of Scotland. 4pm. $30. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473, ashantilly.orgMarch 17
Christ Church 59th Tour of Homes Tour of homes on St. Simons and Sea Island to benefit local charities that provide help to women and children. Board bus at Gascoigne Bluff. Day-long social at church with piano music and refreshments. 10am-5pm. $40 advance, $45 day of tour. Christ Church, 6329 Frederica Rd., SSI. 222-5686, christchurchtourofhomes.orgMarch 31
Dinner on the Grounds with Dr. William Rawlings, Jr. Physician and author known for his Matt Rutherford character in novels such as The Rutherford Cypher and The Mile High Club, talks about his new non-fiction story set in the early 1920s. 6pm. $50. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473, ashantilly.org
Dec 26
Bead Therapy Open Studio with Mary Mitchell Jones. Bring your own projects. 6-8pm. $5 MAA members, $10 nonmembers, per session. Old Jail Art Center, Downtown Darien. McIntosh Art Association: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.comJanuary-March
Oil Painting Class Led by Carly Hardy. Thu 1-3:30pm. $100 MAA members, $110 nonmembers, per month. The Art Cottage, 111 First St. W, Darien. McIntosh Art Association: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.comJanuary-March
Monthly Oil Painting for Adults Led by Karen Burnett; intermediate and advanced students. Materials list available. Tue 10am-Noon and 2-4pm. $115 MAA members, $130 nonmembers. Old Jail Art Center, Darien. McIntosh Art Association: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.comJanuary 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14
Overview of the Georgia Coast Local historian Buddy Sullivan presents history course of Georgia’s barrier islands and adjoining mainland from the early 1500s to present. Registration required. 6-8pm. $50 members; $95 non-members. A.W. Jones Heritage Center Event Hall, 610 Beachview Dr., SSI. Coastal Georgia Historical Society: 638-4666, saintsimonslighthouse.orgJanuary 24
Parent University Learn to use library resources for elementary age and younger children. Spanish interpreters available. 6, 6:30, 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgJanuary 25
Partners in Art David Ouimet of Purple Sage Catering conducts hands-on garnishing seminar. 4-5pm. $15 members, $20 nonmembers. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgFebruary 11
Sweetgrass Basketmaking Workshop Learn one of the oldest art forms of African origin in America from Master Basket Weaver Yvonne Grovner. 2:30-5:30pm. $40 includes materials. Villa Ospo, Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Museum: 635-4036, jekyllisland.comFebruary 18
A Little Big Read Event: Ace Lacewing Interactive program for children featuring the “bug detective” from this year’s Little Big Read book. Part of The Big Read 2012. 11am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgFebruary 22-24
Ken Walllin Studio Workshop Learn how to stay loose in oil painting, drawing, and composition. 9am-4pm. $450. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgONGOING
Art Classes and Workshops All media, ages, and experience levels; various times and prices. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Association: 638-8770, glynnart.orgArt and Craft Classes and Workshops Various media, levels, dates, times, prices. Old Jail Art Center, Darien. McIntosh Art Association: 437-7711, mcintoshartassociation.com
Art Classes All ages and levels. Various times and prices. Art Downtown, 1413 Newcastle St., Bwk: 262-0628, artdowntown.net
December
The Holidays in History Tour of Jekyll Historic District cottages decorated for holidays reflecting traditions from Victorian to Jazz Age. 11am, 1pm, 3pm daily, except Dec 24 & 25. Adults $16, Children 6-12 $7, Free under 6. Jekyll Island Museum: 635-4036, jekyllisland.comDecember 10
Coastal Christmas Tour of Homes 5 festively-decorated homes, circa 1840 tabby slave cabins (with treats from Coastal Cookery cookbook), gourmet bake sale , shopping for Christmas gifts at Glynn Art Visual Arts Center. Tour 10am-4pm; bake sale: 9am-2pm at Tabby Slave Cabins, Gascoigne Bluff, SSI. $25. Cassina Garden Club: 638-2880, cassinagardenclub.orgJanuary 9
Partners in Art Chad Goehring of Harrison Designs talks about trends in coastal architecture of last 30 years. 7pm. Members free, nonmembers $5. Visual Arts Center, 529 Beachview Dr., SSI. Glynn Art Assn: 638-8770, glynnart.orgJanuary 15
John McIntosh Kell Historian Buddy Sullivan talks about Confederate naval commander. 3pm. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473, ashantilly.orgJanuary 19
Satilla Solitude Photographer Wayne Morgan talks about and signs his new book about the Satilla River. 7pm. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgJanuary 20, February 10, March 16
Music Appreciation Dr. Clive Henery leads exploration of music; different theme each month. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgJanuary 25, February 29, March 28
Snowbird Book Group and Golden Isles Book Discussion Group Jan: The Beekeeper’s Apprentice by Laurie King. Feb: State of Wonder by Ann Patchett. Mar: Home by Marilyn Robinson. New members welcome. 10:30am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 580-4320, trrl.orgJanuary 30, February 27, March 26
Men’s Book Discussion Group Jan: Nemesis by Philip Roth. Feb: Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson. Mar: The Myth of American Exceptionalism by Godfrey Hodgson. 10:30am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 580-4320, trrl.orgFebruary 2
Civil War Living History Meet Susie King Taylor, portrayed by Sherrie Tollivar, who served as the first African-American Army nurse during the Civil War. 7pm. Jekyll Island Museum, Stable Rd., JI. 635-4036, jekyllisland.comFebruary 9
Sea Island Spirituals: The Legacy of Willis Proctor Geechee Gullah Ring Shouters present tribute to Willis Proctor, valet for William Rockefeller, who later owned a “jumping” nightspot on St. Simons and was a Georgia Sea Islands Singer. 7pm. Historic Faith Chapel, Riverview Dr., JI. Jekyll Island Museum: 635-4036, jekyllisland.com
February 15
The Big Read Book Discussion The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett, featured book for The Big Read 2012. 10:30am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.orgFebruary 16 & 17
African-American Detective Fiction Presentation by Dr. Jon Hershey. Thu 7pm, Health & Science Lecture Room, College of Coastal Georgia Brunswick campus; Fri Noon, Auditorium, College of Coastal Georgia Camden campus. 279-5781February 23
The Search for the Wanderer Survivors Journey with researcher April Hynes to discover what happened to survivors of the slave ship Wanderer, which arrived on Jekyll Island in 1858. Explore their rich cultural legacy with Archaeologist Mark Newell. 7pm. Jekyll Island Museum, Stable Rd., JI. 635-4036, jekyllisland.comFebruary 28
Not Schoolbook History: Two Hunters, Hammett, and a FalconDashiell Hammett's granddaughter Julie Rivett and Hammett scholar-biographer Richard Layman share discoveries about the life, work, and literary legacy of the mysterious and complicated author. Part of The Big Read: Coastal Georgia Reads The Maltese Falcon. 7pm. Historic Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle St., Bwk. Golden Isles Arts and Humanities: 262-6934March 1 & 2
Dicks, Dames and Double-Crossing Lovers: The Hard-Boiled School of Fiction and Film Presentation by Prof. Frank Minor. Thu 7pm, Health & Science Lecture Room, College of Coastal Georgia Brunswick campus; Fri Noon, Auditorium, College of Coastal Georgia Camden campus. 279-5781ONGOING
Passport to the Century Guided tram tour of 240-acre historic district includes entry into two cottages. Adults $16, Children 6-12 $7, Free under 6. Daily. Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Museum: 635-4036, jekyllisland.comMulti-Media Self-Guided Tour Extensive archive of photos, oral histories, diaries, home-movie footage of Jekyll Island Club history. Includes walking guide map, interactive multi-media device. $8 rental. Daily 9am-5pm. Historic District, JI. Jekyll Island Museum: 635-4036, jekyllisland.com
Storytime Stories and craft projects for younger children. Tue 10:30am. Brunswick Library, 208 Gloucester St., Bwk. 267-1212, trrl.org
OPEN HOUSES/AUDITIONS/MEETINGS
January 6, February 3, March 2
First Friday Visit the shops, galleries, restaurants of Historic Downtown Brunswick; art openings, live music, food and beverage pairing samples. 5-8pm. Brunswick Downtown Development Authority: 265-4032, brunswickgeorgia.netJanuary 8-10
Auditions for Don't Mention My Name Comedy by Fred Carmichael to be produced in March. 7pm. Casino Theatre, 530 Beachview Dr., SSI. Island Players: 638-0338, theislandplayers.comJanuary 18
Ashantilly Center Annual Member Meeting Review past year’s accomplishments and elect officers and board members for next term. Open to public. 5pm. Ashantilly Center, Darien. 437-4473, ashantilly.orgJanuary 22
Thomas Jefferson’s Revolutionary GardenAnnual membership meeting and lecture by Peter Hatch, Director of Gardens and Grounds at Monticello.3pm. Members free, Nonmembers $25. Cloister Ballroom, Sea Island. Coastal Georgia Historical Society: 638-4666, saintsimonslighthouse.org

