Join us for the third annual Shell-e-brate Earth Day Family Festival! This shell-e-bration features recycled crafts, earth-tastic activities and eco-entertainment for the whole family!

Sea you there from Noon to 4pm in Jekyll Island’s historic district at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center! The event is free with paid admission to the Center. $6 for adults, $4 for children 4-12, and children 3 and under are free.

Visit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center’s website for more information.

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The excitement and anticipation of finding the prize eggs will resound again at the Annual Jekyll Island Easter Egg Stroll on Saturday April 3rd. Children ages 10 and under will hunt for hidden Easter Eggs of Jekyll Island’s Historic District. Eggs will be hidden and re‐hidden throughout the event. Everyone has a chance! Once found the treasured eggs are turned in for delicious candy. The Easter Bunny will be on hand for family photos and the Jekyll Island History Center will be giving free Easter tram rides at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, and 1:30. Come join the fun and take an Easter Egg Stroll on Jekyll Island. Saturday April 3rd, 2010 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Jekyll Island’s Historic District.

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As a way to help everyone “go green” and follow our example of conservation, riding your bicycle to the event will earn $1 off admission to the afternoon festivities. We’ll also be collecting old cell phones and chargers, printer ink cartridges, CROCS footwear and worn-out crayons for recycling as a way to take care of the only planet we’ve got. Please join in the festivities at Shell-e-brate Earth Day Family Festival. The turtles fully endorse this celebration!

On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day event was held as a grassroots effort to promote environmental awareness and conservation.

Now, 40 years later, light-hearted and creative earth celebrations continue across the planet.

Nowhere will this be more evident than at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center when the third annual Shell-e-brate Earth Day Family Festival takes place on April 17 from 12 – 4 PM. The festivities combine creative and informative activities for all ages with our love of sea turtles. In addition to being joined by other conservation -minded organizations, there is an added bonus for 2010 as the Georgia Sea Turtle Center collaborates with the Georgia Conservancy’s FareWhale event to promote awareness of the endangered Northern Right Whale. Turtles and whales together- OH MY!

Last year, over 550 guests flooded the front lawn of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center to take part in the fun. Once again, kids at heart can try their hand at the Recycle Toss game, craft handmade paper, paint a masterpiece at the Styrofoam Plate Press, color a Wearable Paper Bag Carapace, hang out with “Scute,” and decorate a Recycled Journal. New event highlights will include live stage performances and announcing the winner of the Glynn County Litter Critter Art Contest (see below)!

As a way to help everyone “go green” and follow our example of conservation, riding your bicycle to the event will earn $1 off admission to the afternoon festivities. We’ll also be collecting old cell phones and chargers, printer ink cartridges, CROCS footwear and worn-out crayons for recycling as a way to take care of the only planet we’ve got.

Please join in the festivities at Shell-e-brate Earth Day Family Festival. The turtles fully endorse this celebration!

SEEN A LITTER CRITTER LATELY?

Designed by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, the Litter Critter Contest encourages local Glynn County 3rd graders to be eco-friendly and sea turtle friendly by creating sea turtles out of recycled materials, As part of a county-wide Sea Turtle Education Project (STEP) program, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center is working with elementary school art teachers, classroom teachers, and students to create a sea turtle models from “trash.” Imagination abounds!

These recycled sea turtles will be on display at the St. Simons Island Library March 23 – April 4th, at the Brunswick Library April 5- 10th and at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center April 12- 17th. We invite you to visit these locations to vote on your favorite Litter Critter. Contest finalists will be announced at the 2010 Shell-e-brate Earth Day Event.

date I April 17th
location I The Georgia Sea Turtle Center, 214 Stable Road, Jekyll Island
phone I (912) 635-4444

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The excitement, anticipation and the sweet smell of Easter candy will waft through the air once again at the Annual Jekyll Island Easter Egg Stroll on Saturday April 3rd. Holiday clad children ages 10 and under will hunt for hidden Easter Eggs on the manicured lawn of Jekyll Island’s Historic District. Eggs, will be hidden and re-hidden throughout the event. Everyone has a chance! Once found the treasured eggs are turned in for holiday sweets.

Even the Easter Bunny will be on hand for family photos at the event that runs from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Come join the fun and take an Easter Egg Stroll on Jekyll Island.

Saturday April 3rd, 2010 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Jekyll Island’s Historic District

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Celebrate the start of sea turtle nesting season at the 2010 Turtle Crawl Triathlon & Nest Fest! Activities begin May 10 and culminate with the Turtle Crawl Triathlon and Nest Fest Beach Party, May 15.

• Monday, May 10 – An Evening at Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Learn about current and previous patients while mingling with the education and veterinary staff at the Center.

• Tuesday, May 11 – Share a Snack with Scute. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center’s Loggerhead sea turtle mascot. Scute will be making special appearances at Chick-Fil-A in Brunswick

• Wednesday, May 12 – Share a Snack with Scute. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center’s Loggerhead sea turtle mascot. Scute will be making special appearances at Chick-Fil-A in St. Simons Island.

• Thursday, May 13 – Movie Night at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Bring your blanket and favorite stuffed animal and get ready to watch A Shark’s Tale with the staff from the Georgia Sea Turtle Center.

• Friday, May 14 – Pasta Dinner with Scute. An evening of delicious food in preparation for Saturday’s big race. Athletes and their families will want to bulk up at Scute’s pasta dinner held outside the Georgia Sea Turtle Center.

• Saturday, May 15 – Turtle Crawl Triathlon & Nest Fest Beach Party. Cheer on athletes or compete yourself in the Turtle Crawl Triathlon, Sprint Triathlon, and 5K Fun Run. Then wrap up the day by attending the Nest Fest Beach Party, an afternoon of educational activities, crafts, hands-on exhibits, and beach music.

It’s guaranteed to be a turtle-rific time. Check the website for more information. Many activities require reservations, so register early!

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The smell of oil paints and potter’s dust is in the air and Jekyll Island’s Historic District is abuzz with creative energies.

The annual Jekyll Island Arts Association’s Arts Festival is coming to the island the weekend of March 12th-14th from 10 AM to 4 PM on the grounds of Goodyear Cottage. This free annual event, co-chaired by Kate Hamer and Carol Healy, is a three-day extravaganza highlighting the works of many of the Association’s 432 members coming from all over North America. It is also a shopping mecca for all art lovers.

Approximately thirty-four years ago, the annual Arts Festival took flight as a way for the Jekyll Island Arts Association’s members to submit their art for judging and present an exhibit to the public. This festival has evolved into an unequaled event consisting of a committee of 35 people, nearly one hundred volunteers and attracting over 3,000 visitors yearly. With so many high-caliber artists participating, the Arts Festival promises to be competitive and feature an exhibit of the highest quality.

Founded in 1966, the Jekyll Island Arts Association (JIAA), located in Goodyear Cottage, is comprised of guilds in pottery, woodcarving, weaving, porcelain arts, a choral group, and talented artists working in all mediums. The organization funds a student summer program for classical musicians and Glynn County’s annual high school art show as well as monthly art programs and exhibits. The JIAA provides annual classes in ceramics, porcelain arts, needlework, painting, pottery, photography, jewelry making, quilting, sewing, weaving and wood carving to all of its members.

Most submissions to the Arts Festival will be for sale after judging and the “Festival Shop” will be open for purchasing that hard to find handmade item during the festival’s operating hours. In addition to the exhibit and shop, the Jekyll Island Arts Association will have demonstrations by weavers, carvers, painters and potters going on during the Festival as well as the unveiling of a special art fundraiser. The ever popular Festival Bake Sale will be selling delicious homemade baked goods and lunch can be found at “The Café” where famous Brunswick stew will be served with cornbread and coleslaw. Hot dogs, hamburgers and cold drinks will also be available during “The Café’s” hours of 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Please plan to attend this very special event and support Jekyll Island’s talented artist community.

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March 5–7

The Seventh Annual Sandy PawsGreyt Fun in the Sun Greyhound Gathering
Open to all greyhound owners, non-greyhound owners and the public. Walk-in registration available. Events include: a Parade, shopping with vendors specializing in greyhound items, “The Rootique”, selling Sandy Paws merchandise, Friday evening Dinner (Roo-ing Away Again in Margaretville is the theme for this year), Group photo, a blessing and memorial, an ice cream social, car decorating contest, crowning of a King & Queen and lots of other activities. Sandy Paws is a neutral and non-political event geared toward celebrating the breed, promoting adoption and gathering other greyhound families.
Jekyll Oceanfront Clarion Resort

March 6

Oyster Shell Bagging
Two Sessions: 9 to 11 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m.
Please come prepared with closed-toe shoes and clothes you will not mind getting dirty. Water and gloves will be provided. A pre-bagging educational presentation about the G.E.O.R.G.I.A. program is available upon request. Please RSVP to caseys@uga.edu or (912) 264-7323.When responding, please mention whether or not you plan to attend the pre-bagging educational presentation. Aid us in obtaining oyster shell by letting friends and neighbors know about our oyster shell recycling & restoration program.
Jekyll Island Recycling Center

March 6

Pamela Bauer Mueller Book Signing
10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Pamela Bauer Mueller, a 2009 Georgia Author of the Year will be signing her new historical novel SPLENDID ISOLATION: The Jekyll Island Millionaires’ Club.
Oceanfront Clarion Resort

March 12–13

Peaches to the Beaches Yard Sale
Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This treasure-finding Yard Sale event stretches over 170 miles on Hwy 341 through Georgia’s Golden Isles Parkway and the Peach Blossom Trail. Starting in Perry, the Yard Sale goes through 16 towns and communities, ending inside Jekyll Island’s beachfront Convention Center.
Inside Caldwell Hall, Jekyll Island Convention Center

March 12-14

Jekyll Island Arts Association Arts Festival, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
A three-day event every arts enthusiast will enjoy. Artists from all over North America compete for prizes and sell their creations. Enjoy food, crafts, demonstrations and purchase that hard to find piece of art you have always wanted. In addition, take part in the unveiling of the Arts Association’s and Jekyll Island Authority’s special art fundraiser.
Goodyear Cottage, Jekyll Island Historic District

March 23

Jekyll Singers, 7 p.m.
This free March Madness concert performed by a group of over 40 talented artists will take you on a musical adventure from the ridiculous to the sublime. Refreshments will be served.
Jekyll Island Convention Center

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Spring is just around the corner as the saying goes. But before everything turns green, it will be grey. Greyhounds that is!

The seventh annual Sandy Paws- Greyt Fun in the Sun Greythound Gathering will be held at the Jekyll Oceanfront Resort, Jekyll Island, Georgia. This event is hosted by Greythound Guardians. This will be our sixth anniversary on Jekyll Island. Walk-in registration will be available and also a Saturday only registration.

The 3 day celebration (March 5-7, 2010) expects over 300 retired racing greyhounds and their human care givers. Participants from over 25 States and Canada join in the weekend festivities. The event promotes adoptions and raises needed funds for various greyhound & other pet adoption causes. In the past six years, over $76,000 has been raised and donated, to include Jekyll Island’s Sea Turtle Center. This was accomplished through registration fees, auction items and the various raffles.

The fun-filled weekend includes various seminars. A Parade at the Convention Center parking lot (weather permitting), shopping with vendors specializing in greyhound items, The Rootique selling Sandy Paws merchandise, Friday evening Dinner (Roo-ing Away Again in Margaritaville is the theme for this year), Group photo, blessing and memorial, ice cream social, car decorating contest, crowning of a King & Queen and lots of other activities. Sandy Paws is a neutral and non-political event geared toward celebrating the breed, promoting adoption and gathering together other greyhound families. The event is open to non-greyhound owners and the general public.

○ more information
www.sandypaws.org or contact Nancy at
sandy-paws@comcast.net

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February 28 by captnkelli (2 found) Attended with the family; we had a blast! Came in 4th for an Island Treasure! I’ve been attending this event since it’s conception and this was the best year yet; I can’t wait until next year! Thanks for all the hard work and time you put into this event!!! kelcam 248web

February 27 by change-is-good (1009 found) Once again, team “change-is-good” was successful. It was an all out race from one end of the island to the other. We enjoyed meeting many old faces again, and many new faces. Thanks JIA for sponsoring this event.

February 27 by Nurse 1 (808 found) Geodziadz went with ConnArtist, had a good time. (Wish I could’ve been there! ) Thanks for organizing this event.

February 27 by Spotlighter42 (46 found) We had a lot of fun on Jekyll today. We did not get one of the island treasures, but we did find all five caches and work out the clues. We were probably about 15 to 20 minutes too late. We will be better prepared for next year so look out. Congrats to Gunguy&fam (3rd) and carrolla&MISSANNE (18th , i believe)

February 27 by ConnArtist (1017 found) Our first event of this kind, we had no plan and our too old to run and finished about 20 minutes ‘out of the money.’ But we had a great time and look forward to doing this again. We’ll be back next time…with a plan, hopefully, so we won’t spend as much time driving aimlessly! Thanks for all your work setting up such a fun time for everybody…..

February 27 by Soccer Coach (54 found) Attended with family cachers Tim/GA & Flamingoquilter. We had a great day on the island. I drove up from Miami, Florida yesterday & heading home tomorrow. We were lucky to leave with an Island Treasure #16 of 20. Thank you to Larissa for all your hard work for a fun event!

February 27 by soccermom101 (87 found) Attended with tgen and family and had a great time. It was a beautiful day for caching. We were won of the lucky ones to receive the Island Treasure. See you next year!

February 27 by tgen (245 found) Wow! Arrived at the event location and found many cachers ready to do some serious caching to find one of the island treasures. I didn’t realize this was going to be so competitive. We received the instruction page then off we went. We decided to go for the south side locations first then for the north end. We got a little turned around on our 4th location, but found the 5th location in no time. Made it back to the Red Bug Pizza and came in 19th….whew! Just made it, 10 seconds after we walked out the door, the next team arrived. Had a great time doing this event. May try to come back next year.

February 27 by succotash (1962 found) We traveled in from Aiken South Carolina for this event, a pleasant four-hour drive. Last year we attended the event and had a great time but were not lucky enough to find a globe (we purchased one anyway as a reminder of Jekyll). This year we were lucky enough to earn one of the treasures! We had a great time exploring the island looking for the treasure boxes. We met some geocachers from Alabama that seemed to be on our same route and were so happy to see they earned a globe as well. Corn is nursing a sore leg after doing a running hurdle over a downed tree near the amphitheater – if we come back next year, we’ll have to do some marathon preparations in the weeks leading up to the event! He thinks a sore calf was well worth the beautiful globe. It was nice meeting and chatting with other cachers as well as meeting Larissa, thanks for all the effort it took to host this event. We enjoyed relaxing at the Red Bug for a late lunch after the event, then continued our exploration of Jekyll to find the new caches placed since last year. We loved this event, thanks.

February 27 by kth1022 (28 found) We came and had a great time! Lots of new places to see and lots of running to get Island treasure!! We were one of the first 3 or 4 in to get one! YAY!

February 27 by PooNBoo (334 found) We (Tigerspy, Momsvet, and I plus youngest cacher there) had a great time today! We came in 17th, which was a big surprise since after almost getting run over (literally) by other cachers we decided to take it slow and just have a good time. Of course, we did some running once we were out of the car and had a heading on one of the boxes… This year’s format was great, and added more excitement to the hunt, in my opinion. The only negative part was the reckless driving on the part of a few of the cachers. They were tearing around the parking lot and on the roads when they were heading to another location, regardless of the people (children included) that were nearby. This is a really great way to get cachers together and out to a beautiful island for one-of-a-kind treasures…I really hope it continues and that nobody gets injured! We were there last year and will be back again! Thanks SO much for setting up this event! Oh…didn’t see a whole bunch of familiar faces, but did see a few… It was good to meet some new people…hope to see you guys on the train again sometime! [This entry was edited by PooNBoo on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 4:55:09 PM.]

February 27 by gunguy&fam (350 found) Man! What good time. This was our first event, and what a way to start. I felt like I was apart of “The Amazing Race” I had heard of the previous events and seems like this format was much better. Many thanks to Larissa for putting this on. This is one I will definitely look forward to every year. Got to meet some local and some not-so-local cachers. Had a great time! Finding one of those elusive Orbs was a big payoff too, I think we were the 3rd or 4th group in. It will be up on the mantle before the night is over. Cache on! gunguy & fam Egret Lake Louies and gunguy Miss Anne and Carroll The whole crew

February 27 by ktsmom (260 found) This was our first time attending this event. Will be back for next year’s event!! Great crowd and met lots of nice folks.

February 27 by mrsmaonaigh (117 found) Had a terrific time! We are now the proud new owners of one of the beautiful globes. We’ll be posting pics soon. I haven’t done that much running in a long time. Thank you for the wonderful time!

February 27 by unx3 (76 found) Didn’t win the main prizes but did get a frisbee. Loved every minute of it.

February 27 by harthunter (2350 found) Where’s all the pretty pictures? Hope someone took some! Can’t wait to see ‘em.

February 27 by dark_onyx1982 (462 found) Thank you for hosting a fun event at a beautiful location. My friend and I came in 26th. We will be back next year.

February 27 by carrolla&MISSANNE (304 found) really enjoyed this event number 18 out of 20 to complete and get an orb

February 27 by Egret Lake Louies (184 found) Had a great time at the JI event today. Our second year attending. This year featured a great format and challenge! We finished 8th and claimed an Island Treasure. Thanks for putting this event on. See you again next year.

February 27 by DanSSJ4 (88 found) Tftc Came in 9th got a globe and the 4 new jekyll island cache

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The annual Jekyll Island Garden Club Bazaar will be held on Saturday, January 16th from 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. in Caldwell Hall of the Jekyll Island Convention Center. This fantastic annual shopping event will include white elephant items, electronics, jewelry, clothing, sporting goods, baked goods, books and more. Lunch will also be available in the food court prepared by the Jekyll Island Rotary Club. Guests coming to the island for the bazaar will be given a voucher worth $5.00 upon presentation of their January 16th Toll Ticket. This can be applied to Bazaar purchases in the clothing or the white elephant areas. Profits from the Garden Club’s Bazaar go towards Jekyll Island beautification projects.

date | Saturday, January 16th

hours | 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

location | Caldwell Hall, Jekyll Island Covention Center

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Antiques by Carla Cook Smith.

The Jekyll Island Arts Association will host the exceptional work of photographer; Carla Cook Smith and whittler; Ernest Shaver on exhibit at Goodyear Gallery January 4th – 31st. The artists’ reception will be held Sunday, January 10th from 1–3 p.m.

Photographer, Carla Cook Smith discovered a new side of her self when she picked up a camera. As a painter, she photographed places and things she wanted to paint. However she started to see the beauty of photography all on its own. The lens opened to show her the extraordinary beauty of ordinary things. Through the camera Carla takes the time to absorb the beauty of what is before her: storm clouds on the marsh, sand blowing across the desert, a dusty radio, an interesting reflection or a new perspective of a cemetery. Carla’s hope is that her work opens others to pleasant thoughts and new experiences.

Woodpecker by Ernest Shaver

Self taught in the art of hand carvings whittler, Ernest Shaver began wood carving with a pocket knife in 1980. Early on, he concentrated on hand carving walking sticks that feature mammals, reptiles, human faces, vines, and abstract images. Most recently, he started hand carving song birds and woodpeckers using several wood types such as bass, buckeye, and tupelo. Ernest strives to develop the implied image of each walking stick or bird by the natural shape of the original wood.

Admission is always free in Goodyear’s gallery and shop which is located in the Jekyll Island Historic District. Their regular hours are Monday–Friday, Noon–4 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

date | January 4th – 31st, Monday–Friday
hours | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
phone | (912) 635-3920
location | Goodyear Gallery
price | Free entrance

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We have our first “virtual” Island Treasure float finder of 2010! His name is Logan Porter of Glenville, GA, and he says, “I’m so excited to have won an Island Treasure!  I have actually looked for these on Jekyll Island in the past and on JekyllIsland.com.  I started looking this year on January 1st.   Thank you so much–this is so exciting!!!!”
Thank you Logan for being a fan of Jekyll Island and Island Treasures!

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* Date: December 19 – 24, 2009; Daily * Time: 4:00pm * Location: Jekyll Island Club Hotel Riverfront Lawn Come out this week and enjoy Scottish bagpiper Tim Akins as he heralds the season at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel! Beginning at Crane Cottage, he plays traditional airs and holiday favorites and parades toward the Riverfront Veranda. A crowd gathers along the way to enjoy his music and admire his tartan regalia. As dusk approaches, he advances to the banks of the Jekyll River for a last salute. Mr. Akins pipes each evening of Christmas week. It’s free, and not to be missed!

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Their sound is Glenn Miller. Their sound is Duke Ellington. But if you had to pick one-sound that defines the Jekyll Island Big Band, it would have to be the sound of foot steps in the dance hall where they’ve played for 30 years at the Jekyll Island convention center. The Jekyll Island Big Band’s annual New Year’s Eve concert will be its last at the old Jekyll Island convention center. $30/pp. 9pm – 12:30 pm. Call 912-635-4196 for group sales. CORRECTION Visit JekyllBigBand.org for more info.

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Jekyll Island revitalization is NOW UNDERWAY and the initial phase is now being realized with the completion of the design for Great Dunes Park.

The first phase of the park consists of 8 acres with the northern boundary at the intersection of Beachview Drive and Shell Road. The entirely new accessible park experience includes; new landscaping, walks and parking (195 spaces), three family pavilions, one group pavilion, a 4,100 SF Beach Deck Pavilion, and a Restroom/Changing building. The Beach Deck Pavilion connects to an accessible dune crossover for access to the beach. Bicycle parking, showers, and an environmental sculpture area will also
complement the new park. The pavilion structures have a relaxed coastal style and are constructed of pressure treated wood with standing seam metal roofs. The Restroom building includes individual changing areas for men and women and has low maintenance stained concrete floors and standing seam metal roofing.

Construction will begin with the December 7th ground breaking. Phase I of Great Dunes park will take approximately 5 1/2 months and will be complete by summer 2010.

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Holiday stage performances Arts and crafts for holiday shopping Games and activities for children Hayrides Delicious hot chocolate Fireworks finale Santa will be on site for pictures JekyllIsland.com/HolidayIsland The Jekyll Island Christmas Tree Lighting Festival is located in the Jekyll Island Historic District. Admission is Free. Some activities require a small fee. Bring the entire family for fun, live entertainment, sheer excitement and celebration!

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HELP US BRING DOWN THE HOUSE – LITERALLY!

Jekyll Island Big Band’s 30th New Year’s Party will be the last in the “AQUARAMA ” Ballroom, the same room in which the band debuted in 1979, before the Convention Center is demolished in 2010! Big Band sounds, Jekyll Island Big Band’s 30th New Year’s Party, Terrazzo Dance Floor in a remarkable dance hall, last New Year’s dance in the historical “Aquarama Ballroom”! The New Years Eve Dance general admission at the door is $30 per person. No advanced ticket sales.

date I December 31, 2009
more I www.jekyllbigband.org
phone I (912) 635-3636 I Groups (15+) please contact Judit Vacvie (912) 635-4169
location I Jekyll Island’s “Aquarama Ballroom”

JEKYLL ISLAND CONVENTION CENTER “A” Hall

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A bountiful Thanksgiving Day Brunch is an annual sell-out in the Grand Dining Room (11:00 a.m. – 2:30 pm.) and the Courtyard at Crane Cottage (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.). Guests will enjoy a vast array of salads and appetizers, omelets and waffles, carving stations, a variety of vegetables and accompaniments, and delectable desserts. The Grand Dining Room also serves Thanksgiving Dinner (6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.) and the Crane Cottage continues to serve an a la carte menu. For families looking for the “at home experience” of quality time together, the hotel also offers wonderful private dining spaces. Reservations are required for all meals, so call now!

And, with the holidays just around the corner, don’t forget the annual Jekyll Island Christmas Tree Lighting on Nov.28th (4:30 p.m.). Visitors are invited to the hotel lawn in the Historic District to welcome Santa Clause to town! On December 2nd at 4:00 p.m. guests are invited to the Jekyll Island Club Hotel to enjoy it in all of its Christmas finery, as the guide takes you on a candlelight tour of the Grand Dining Room, lobby, and all public areas.

For those history buffs, you may want to be taken back in time to see what Christmas was like through the years. From December 5th thru December 31st, you can venture inside the cottages of Jekyll Island’s National Historic Landmark District and experience the holidays from the Victorian Era to the Jazz Age with the museum’s “Holidays in History” tour.

Always a holiday favorite, the hotel will be hosting a Gingerbread House making workshop on December 5th at 10:00 a.m. The Hotel’s famous pastry chefs will be prepared to host this family friendly 2-hour event. Put themtogether, ice, decorate, and take home and enjoy! On December 12th, gather in the Boar’s Head Lounge at 7:30 p.m. for a toast to Christmas Present. Follow the merrymakers into the Grand Dining Room for a holiday feast and musical dinner theatre. Based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the Atlanta acting company revisits Christmas with Tiny Tim and a host of other characters.

Santa will be making another appearance on December 13th, and Jolly Old Saint Nick will be welcoming children with a great big “Ho-ho-ho” and an invitation to share their Christmas wishes and stories. Enjoy lunch at the Courtyard at Crane before or after! Leading up to Christmas Day, December 19th- 24th, Scottish bagpiper Tim Akins will celebrate the season and will play traditional holiday favorites while parading toward the Riverfront Veranda from the Cottages. As sunset approaches, he advances to the banks of the Jekyll Rivers for a last salute.

On December 23rd, at 5:30 p.m., don your hats and mufflers and meet on the Riverfront Veranda ready to sing your favorite carols at Crane and Cherokee Cottages, the Club and Sans Souci.

Want to get a head start on holiday shopping? Then give the gift of history and fun with a wonderful vacation package to the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. During the holiday season the Jekyll Island Club Hotel is offering a variety of great packages for guests. From November 29th thru December 29th guests are invited to take advantage of the “Christmas at the Historic Jekyll Island Club Hotel Package.” The package features Traditional or Club priaccommodations, full breakfast buffet in the Grand Dining Room, a romantic Getaway? From November 1, 2009 – February 28, 2010, the Jekyll Island Club Hotel will be offering 25% off this package rate. The package includes Traditional Queen or King Accommodations for two nights, champagne and fresh fruit upon arrival, and a breakfast buffet each morning! This would be a great gift for parents, aunts, uncles, or even just special friends.

Do you have a golf enthusiast you need to buy for? Starting December 1st and running through January 31st the Jekyll Island Club Hotel will offer guests a “Golfer’s Heaven Package.” Guests can bring their clubs for a free round ofgolf each day. Rates include accommodations and 18 holes of golf on one of Jekyll Island’s four courses. Rates start at $85.00* per night at the hotel. Whether you are a visitor to the island, or a local Golden Islander, there is something for everyone this holiday season at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel!

more info

Please contact the hotel for details, certain restrictions apply:
(912) 635-2600 www.jekyllclub.com

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