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Summer Waves Water Park Now Open All Week
Friday, May 22nd, 2009
Summer Waves Water Park on Jekyll Island is now open all week just in time for Memorial Day weekend. Regular park hours are Monday-Friday are 10 am - 6 pm with extended park hours on Saturday and Sunday.
Summer Waves Water Park offers six rushing water slides, the Turtle Creek lazy river, kiddie play zone, Splash Zone with a giant tipping bucket, and the Frantic Atlantic Wave Pool with waves reaching 2-4 feet high. In addition to cooling off, this season guests can “Have a Rockin Summer” at Summer Waves Water Park with in-park Wii Rock Band and karaoke competitions every weekend. For a quick, cool bite to eat the park features Larry’s Giant Subs and several snack stands serving cool drinks and cool treats.
Park Hours subject to change. For more information contact Summer Waves Water Park at 912-635-2074 or visit www.summerwaves.com. Be a fan of Summer Waves Water Park on facebook.com.
April 2009 Beach Calendar of Events
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009April 11, May 9, May 30
Jekyll Island Play Golf America “Play Day”
Golf Clinic Q & A, Shot Gun Format, 2-Person Scramble. Players—Beginners or Skilled, create your own team. Limited to 72 players. Must register online at playgolfamerica.com. Event is FREE. Jekyll Island Golf Course, 912-635-2368.
April 11
Easter Egg Stroll
Enjoy a stroll through the Jekyll Island Historic District as you hunt for Easter Eggs. All Easter Eggs will be numbered and can be turned in for a special treat. The hunt will continue from 10 AM - 2 PM as the turned in eggs will be re-hidden. Call 912-635-4036 for more information.
April 18
Mother Nature Festival
Join the Jekyll Island Authority and the Georgia Sea Turtle Center to celebrate Earth Day. Eco-friendly arts and crafts activities, pictures with Scute the Sea Turtle, puppet shows, interactive education session and outdoor excursions. Call 877-4-Jekyll for more information, or visit www.jekyllisland.com/mothernaturefestival
April 18
Eco-Book Fair
Jekyll Books at the Old Infirmary, located at 101 Old Plantation Road in the Landmark Historic District, will be hosting the first annual “Eco Book Festival” from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Features best-selling authors. Call 877-4Jekyll for more information.
May 1
Shepherd Krech Booksigning
Shepard Krech III will sign copies of his book “Spirits of the Air: Birds and American Indians in the South.” The book, which discusses how birds shaped the worldview of the southern Indians, will be launched with a series of special events on Jekyll Island. Call 877-4Jekyll for more information.
May 7-9
JIBE Kite Buggy Rally and Fun-Fly!
The 2009 JIBE Kite Buggy Rally will be held on a stretch of beach in front of Blackbeards Seafood Restaurant that has become known as Kite Beach. Call 877-4Jekyll for more information.
May 9
Summer Waves Water Park Opens
Get cool and rock out at Summer Waves Water Park on Jekyll Island! 2009 Season Passes are available! For more information, please call 912-635-2074 or visit www.SummerWaves.com.
May 10
Grand Reopening of Indian Mound Cottage
Observe historic preservation month with this festive gathering at the island retreat of William and Almira Rockefeller. Contact the Welcome Center at 877-4Jekyll.
May 15-16
Jekyll Island Turtle Crawl
Athletes compete in a triathlon and 5K fun run. Proceeds benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Registration still available at www.gamultisports.com.
June 1 - June 30
2009 Women’s Golf Month
Jekyll Island offers a “Ladies Play Day” on Wednesdays for $25.00 ea. Includes 1 hour group lesson, Green Fee & cart. All participants receive one year subscription to Golf Digest! Jekyll Island Golf Course. Call 912-635-2368 for information.
June 8-13
Nest Fest Week on Jekyll Island
A week-long celebration of the one year anniversary of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Educational seminars and outdoor activities all week with a finale event at the Beachdeck on the 13th. For information: 912-635-4444.
July 4th
July 4th Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day on the beach at a family-fun party at the Beachdeck featuring the DJ game show - the Big Dawg and Paul Show - with a fireworks finale that is known to be one of the best in the region.
August 21-22
Beach Music Festival and BBQ Bash
Beach Music concerts, shag lessons, and lots of dancing all weekend. Concerts feature some of today’s top beach music bands and take place on Jekyll Island’s beach. This year includes a BBQ Competition! Visit www.jekyllisland.com/bmf for more information.
September 4-7
Jekyll Island Patriot Golf Day
Donate a minimum of $1 to benefit the Folds of Honor Foundation and receive a discount on Greens’ Fee and Cart. Jekyll Island Golf Course. Call 912-635-2368 for information.
September 18-20
Shrimp & Grits: The Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival
A weekend celebration of two of Georgia’s most beloved foods - shrimp & grits. The festival features a cook-off, shrimp boat tours, live entertainment and kid-friendly fun zone. Visit www.jekyllisland.com/shrimpandgrits for more information.
September 19
Jekyll Island High School Country Invitational
Jekyll Island High School Cross Country Invites High School students to participate in a cross country race on Jekyll Island’s Great Dunes Golf Course. Visit www.jixc.com.
October 9-11
Georgia’s Colonial Georgia Coast Birding Festival
The Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding Festival has activities such as nature walks, educational seminars and children’s programs. Call 877-4-Jekyll for more information.
October 28-30
Georgia/Florida Golf Classic
Gather your teammates for a weekend of Georgia- Florida fun. Fans play against rival fans in this 30 year tradition. Great prizes, great food, and a lot of team spirit. Registration opens April 1st. For more information, visit www.jekyllisland.com/georgiaflorida.
Thank you Radio Disney for a Splashtacular Good Time!
Thursday, August 21st, 2008It was a splashtacular good time with Radio Disney AM 600 at Summer Waves! The Radio Disney Road Crew was on site Sunday, July 13th from 1pm – 3pm with music, karaoke, games and prizes galore! Plus, kids ages 14 and under could register for their chance to win a fabulous DVD – drawings were held every 30 minutes! And there was still more – kids could pick up their office 3D Glasses for the Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds Concert 3D Movie airing on the Disney Channel, while supplies lasted! Everyone had an awesome time.
August Beachscape Schedule of Events
Thursday, July 31st, 2008August 1 - August 15
Jekyll Island Club Hotel Club Juniors
Kids can enjoy day camp with the Jekyll Island Club Hotel - swimming, arts and crafts, nature walks and more! 912-635-2600.
August 1
Ron Anglin, Juggler
A favorite of school children and festival goers across Georgia, juggler Ron Anglin will keep you spellbound. 10:30a.m., Jekyll Island Club Hotel. For more information call 912-635-2600.
August 1
Salt Marsh Ecology @ Tidelands Nature Center
A study of the salt marsh. Concepts include major plants, marsh animals, crabs, mussels, and birds. Make a fiddler crab! 10:45a.m. - 11:45a.m.. For more information call 912-635-5032.
August 2
Summer Waves’ Safety Day!
Come to Summer Waves to partake in the festivities and join Dan Vaden in honoring the GSP, DNR, Red Cross, Fire Dept, and Glynn County Police. For more information call 912-635-2074.
August 2
Guitar Hero and Karaoke at Summer Waves
DJ Bert and Summer Waves have so much fun and gives away great prizes at the guitar hero competition and karaoke at Summer Waves Water Park! Guitar Hero, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.. Karaoke, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.. For more information call 912-635-2074.
August 2-3
Franklin Pond String Quartet Concert
The Faculty Quartet of Franklin Pond Chamber Music will present a concert in Faith Chapel. Tickets are $10.7:00 p.m. For more information call 912-635-3920.
August 8
Pirate Goodie and the Magic Chest
Come along with Pirate Goodie Twoshoes and his parrot Pete on an amazing undersea adventure. 10:30 a.m., Jekyll Island Club Hotel. For more informationcall 912-635-2600.
August 8
Herpetology 101: Reptiles & Amphibians @ Tidelands Nature Center
What’s the difference between an alligator and a crocodile, a toad and a frog? Make snake bracelets! 10:45a.m. - 11:45a.m.. For more information call 912-635-5032.
August 9
Cool Down and Rock Out
DJ Bert and Summer Waves gives away great prizes at the guitar hero competition and karaoke at Summer Waves Water Park! Guitar Hero, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.. Karaoke, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.. For more information call 912-635-2074.
August 14
Beach Music Festival Early Bird Concert
Jekyll Oceanfront Clarion Resort. Join shag club members and start your beach music weekend early. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. For more information call 1-877-4JEKYLL.
August 15
Life Under the Water @ Tidelands Nature Center
Learn all about fish. Discover the three different classifications of fish. Make fish prints! 10:45a.m. - 11:45a.m.. For more information call 912-635-5032.
August 16
Beach Music Festival Free Concert
Enjoy a FREE beachside concert featuring The Swinging Medallions the Rickey Godfrey Band, and Second Chance! For more information call 1-877-4JEKYLL or visitwww.jekyllisland.com/beachmusicfestival
August 30
Guitar Hero and Karaoke at Summer Waves
DJ Bert and Summer Waves gives away great prizes at the guitar hero competition and karaoke at Summer Waves Water Park! Guitar Hero, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.. Karaoke, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.. For more informationcall 912-635-2074.
August 30 - September 1
Jekyll Island Gold Cup Adult Soccer Tournament
Regional and National adult soccer teams go for the gold as they compete in this three day tournament For more information visit www.gacups.com.
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.
October 19 - 21
The Pulitzer Legacy in Georgia
The Georgia Review presents “The Pulitzer Legacy in Georgia” featuring Pulitzer Prize-winners Stephen Dunn, Natasha Trethewey, Edward J. Larson, Hank Klibanoff, and others. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Reservations are required. For more information call 1-800-542-3481 or visit www.uga.edu/garev.
October 7
WAY Radio Beach Concert
WAY Radio, Brunswick’s source for Christian Radio, host a concert on the beach from 2-5 p.m. featuring top sChristian artists Mark Harris, Laura Story, and Mikeschair. For more information visit www.wayradio.org or call 912-342-1083
October 10 - 12
Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding Festival
This festival has a little bit of everything for the casual nature enthusiast to the most experienced birdwatcher. For more information call 1-877-4JEKYLL
