Spotlight: Upcoming Events
June 1 - August 15
Jekyll Island Club Hotel Junior Golf Camps
Instructors Marty Mills and Jay Ewing will coach
beginnger and intermediate golfers ages 6-18 in the
2008 golf camps. Reservations. For more information
call 1-800-533-4597.
June 6
Stories and Dolls from Portugal
Storyteller Theresa Martin brings her amazing
collection of dolls and tells stories about their origin
in Portugal. 10:30 a.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 13
Colonial Music for Kids – Interactive
Scott Douglas of Atlanta brings old time instruments:
fifes and drums, wash boards, guitars and other
musical instruments to play for his audience. 1
0:30 a.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 7
Georgia’s Free Fishing Day
Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with
Free Fishing Day! Georgia residents will not need a
fishing license to enjoy the waters of Georgia.
June 13
Steel Drums by the Pool
Come enjoy the soft, gentle music of steel drums at
the Poolside Bar & Grill tonight. It’s an island oasis
where you can relax and also enjoy mixed grill and
beverages. 7:30 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 15
Keys to Broadway Piano Concert
Pianist Scott Douglas performs a concert of
Broadway show pieces from these and other musicals
for this special Father’s Day event in the Club
Ballroom, 7:30 p.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 17 - August 7
In Service of Others
Explore the hidden world of the hired help at this
upscale turn of the century resort. Reservations. For
more information call 912-635-4036.
June 20
Raptors, Reptiles and Giant Insects
The Raptor Center at Georgia Southern University
sends a biologist with snakes and owls, falcons and
more. 10:30 a.m. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 27
Cooking for Kids
Put on a chef’s apron and help Chef Lewie prepare
several delicious items for lunch. Each child has a
“station,” where they work with the foodstuffs chef
provides. Reservations. Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
June 27 - 29
Jekyll Island Foundation Sea Turtle Weekend
An inclusive weekend fundraising event for the Jekyll
Island Foundation. Proceeds go to the restoration and
conservation efforts on Jekyll Island.
Visit www.jekyllislandfoundation.org.
June 28
Georgia Sea Turtle Center Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate the one year anniversary of the Center
with games, activities, and a turtle release. For more
information call 912-635-4444.
June 29
Sunday Dinner Dance
Enjoy ballroom dancing in the Grand Dining Room of
the Jekyll Island Club Hotel the last Sunday of each
month. Gourmet dining and dancing to the music of
Wayne Tate’s “Four and Easy” dance band.
6 p.m. Reservations.
July 2 - July 30
Hands on History
Embark on a guided learning adventure for family fun!
Wednesdays only, 9:30 am and 11:00am. Reservations.
For more information call 912-635-4036.
July 4
July 4 Fireworks Extravaganza
Fun food, and fireworks at Jekyll Island’s Beachdeck
featuring the Big Dog and Paul Show. Fun begins at
5:00 p.m. For more information, call 1-877-4JEKYLL
or visit www.jekyllisland.com.
July 5
Fireworks at Summer Waves
Visit Jekyll Island’s water park for a wonderful night of
fireworks. For more information call 912-635-2074.
July 12
Horton House Living History
Visit Horton House, one of the oldest standing tabby
structures in Georgia, where colonial re-enactors
present the story of the Spanish raid following the
Battle of Bloody Marsh. For more information call
912-635-4036.
August 15 - 16
Beach Music Festival
Visit the beautiful beach of Jekyll Island and listen
to musical greats The Swinging Medallions, the
Rickey Godfrey Band, and Second Chance. For
more information call 1-877-4JEKYLL or visit www.
jekyllisland.com/beachmusicfestival
August 30 - September 1
Jekyll Island Gold Cup Adult Soccer Tournament
Regional and National adult soccer teams for the gold
as they compete in this three day tournament For
more information call 1-877-4JEKYLL.
September 19 - 21
Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival
A weekend celebration of two of Georgia’s most
beloved foods. The festival features a cook-off, live
entertainment, and a kid-friendly fun zone. For more
information call 1-877-4JEKYLL.
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